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Tales from the Attitude Era

Tommy Blacha & Robert Pasbani

Pro wrestling shows dominate the top sports podcast charts, but none are from the perspective of the show"s writer, until now. Tommy Blacha has written on Conan O"Brien, Da Ali G Show, The Eric Andre Show, and co-created Adult Swim"s Metalocalypse. He was also the head writer of WWE (then WWF) during their big boom period, affectionately referred to as The Attitude Era.Tommy was a significant figure in the Attitude Era, primarily known for his work as a comedy writer and performer. He played a

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1:22:36

WWF Royal Rumble 2000 Review by Former Head Writer

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/02/24

It's one of the most memorable Royal Rumbles of all time, and former head writer Tommy Blacha has all the inside info on the legendary night at the world's most famous arena, Madison Square Garden. We go in-depth about all the celebrities there and behind the scenes stories on all the match including the infamous street fight between Cactus Jack and Triple H, which still holds up today, the iconic tables match between the Hardyz and the Dudley Boyz and the night the Rock won the Rumble with a tinge

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1:10:20

Over The Top Rope Lumberjack Match?! - WWF Smackdown...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/02/17

It's the final Smackdown before the infamous 2000 Royal Rumble and the entire show is all about getting people excited for the big PPV. Big Show starts the show in a now iconic look, and ends the show in a questionable gimmick match, an over-the-top-rope elimination lumberjack match with Kane and the Rock. Plus, Chyna and Chris Jericho fail to get on the same page, Viscera gets some TV times and Rob and Tommy end up in a heated debate about clean finish smart marks!Watch this episode on

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55:36

The Rock Has Enough of Big Show's Antics - WWF Raw...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/02/10

It's the final Raw before the infamous 2000 Royal Rumble and the whole show is about setting up the big PPV. We see more tension between the two favorites to win the Rumble, the Rock and Big Show. We see Cactus Jack further intimidate Triple H ahead of their big PPV main event and the Acolytes try to get revenge on the New Age Outlaws. Plus, further character development for The Hardys, Kurt Angle, and Mae Young. Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social

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54:41

Cactus Jack is Back! WWF Smackdown Review 1/13/2000

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/02/03

It's the infamous episode where Mankind transformed back into Cactus Jack to set up his big street fight with Triple H at the upcoming Royal Rumble. Former head writer Tommy Blacha explains how brilliant Foley is to make such a silly reveal work. Plus, the Acolytes feud with the New Age Outlaws starts heating up and the Hardys ignite their feud with the Dudleys. Jericho, Chyna and the Kat still can't get along and Too Cool are as popular as ever.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The

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1:01:15

The Rock Threatens A Walk Out - WWF Raw Review 1/10/2000

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/01/27

The entire WWF roster is sick of the McMahon Helmsley era's tactics and are threatning a walkout. The entire theme of the episode is payback for DX, with the Rock leading the charge. Plus, Rikishi and Too Cool get more over, the Big Show and Test get some heat back and Al Snow is still crazy.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social

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1:06:16

Triple H Puts Rikishi Over by Winning - WWE Smackdown...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/01/20

The first Smackdown of 2000 also features Triple H's first title defense of his newly won title, and even though he ends up winning, the match makes Rikishi into a true threat and a fixture of the main event scene. Plus, Chris Jericho and Chyna have trouble getting along while being co-Intercontinental Champions. Stephanie deals out some punishments/challenges to the rest of DX and they're none-too-happy, plus we get our first taste of the Dudleys/Hardys/Edge & Christian feud. A very eventful

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1:15:05

Triple H Steals The Gold, Tries To Fire The Rock -...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/01/13

Triple H finally stacks the odds against Big Show to reclaim his WWF World Title for his third reign, and is getting even cozier with Stephanie. A huge new development in the Intercontinental Title program with Chris Jericho and Chyna is revealed thanks to Stephanie, who also continues to help Kurt Angle maintain his undefeated stream. Plus, Moolah and Mae are put in a unique tag team situation, and a steel cage match out of nowhere! Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era

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55:18

DX's New Year's Message - WWF Smackdown Review 12/30/99

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2025/01/06

It's the final WWF episode of the 20th century and DX is here to make their mark on the new millenium. The power trip continues as they manipulate Tori, and thus Kane to do their bidding against the Rock. Plus, Triple H tries to steal away the World Title from the Big Show. Our favorite storyline with Moolah and Mae continues here, as does the Hardys and Edge & Christian's climbs up the card. As a bonus, Tommy talks about what it was like ringing in the New Year at the McMahon family mansion

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1:11:35

Mankind Gets Fired in a Pink Slip on a Pole Match -...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/12/30

It's the last WWF Monday Night Raw of 1999 and the McMahon-Helmsley power trip continues with a Pink Slip on a Pole match between Mankind and The Rock, leading to Mick Foley's untimely demise. The locker room is starting to boil over with the power trip. Plus, Kane and Tori have some relationship issues after her weekend with X-Pac, and it involves Test. Plus, Chyna continues to help Chris Jericho and Mark Henry and Mae Young go out on a double date. Former head writer Tommy Blacha has great insight

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1:01:02

Mankind Stands Up to McMahon-Helmsley Era - WWF...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/12/22

The year is almost over but things are heating up on WWF Smackdown and Mankind tries to rally the troops against the McMahon-Helmsley era, and gets some surprising help from Stephanie McMahon. Plus, the love fest between Mark Henry and Mae Young sparks up as the Dudleys try to get in the way. Chyna keeps interfering in Jericho's matches. Al Snow faces The Rock in a cage! Are there too many gimmicks? We discuss! Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social

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1:23:04

Top Rope Topless - WWF Raw Review 12/20/1999

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/12/16

The McMahon-Helmsley era kicks into full gear, and the bullying is reaching a fever pitch. They continue to abuse The Rock, Mankind, Big Show, Test, Kane and Tori. We see the first ever Top Rope Topless match. The Hardys and Edge & Christian continue their ongoing story and we get a boiler room match with Santas. Plus, Mae Young and Moolah's feud with the Dudleys kicks off. Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social

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56:59

The McMahon-Helmsley Era Begins - WWF Smackdown...

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2024/12/09

The McMahon-Helmsley regime takes full control of the show on Smackdown, making the lives of The Rock, Big Show and Mankind a living nightmare. Plus, the teams of the Hardys and Edge & Christian are forced to each wrestler their tag team partner for the first time. Al Snow tries to get some revenge, and Rikishi and Too Cool continue their hot streak. Plus, Tommy finds an excuse to feature Pat Patterson and Gerald Briscoe. As a bonus, we go through the 12/19/1999 episode of Sunday Night

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1:17:55

Stephanie Explains Her Actions - WWF RAW Review...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/12/02

It's the night after WWF Armageddon 1999 and the world wants to know "Why, Stephanie, why??" Stephanie is a tour de force explaining her actions in a completely logical manner. Plus, the spark of the new relationship between Mark Henry and Mae Young. Tommy gets yelled at by X-Pac for booking a pudding match and Test continues to look like a herb. Plus, the Rock and Sock Connection is in action and we see the conclusion of the Big Show/Bossman feud.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The

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1:22:11

Stephanie Turns on Vince - WWF Armageddon 1999 Review

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/11/25

It's the final PPV of 1999 and it's quite a newsworthy show. Former WWF head writer Tommy Blacha goes through the show match by match offering insights into the creative process of each match. We finally see Stephanie join Triple H against her father in the climax of the event. Ms. Kitty reveals all as she becomes Women's Champion. Rikishi continues his hot streak. The tag team division is lighting up. Plus, the Rock is getting more and more popular.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from

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52:03

Final Stop Before Armageddon - Smackdown Review...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/11/18

So much happens on the final Smackdown before WWF Armageddon 1999 and former head writer Tommy Blacha is here to take you through the process of all of it. The final build to the big-time Triple H/Vince angle, the Rock and Sock feud with Al Snow escalates, all the tag teams jockey for position and Big Show still wants revenge on Big Boss Man. Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social

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1:14:57

Big Show is a Bastard - RAW Review 12/6/1999

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/11/11

It's the final Raw before WWF Armageddon 1999 and all the storylines are locked in. Stephanie tries to get her marriage to Triple H annulled and he agrees under a few conditions. Plus, Big Boss Man has one last crazy revelation for the Big Show before their big match on Sunday. Too Cool continue to blow up, plus Al Snow is still mad at Mankind for being friends with The Rock.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social

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1:09:21

The SmackDown After Triple H Crashes The Wedding -...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/11/04

Everybody remembers the night Triple H crashed Stephanie McMahon's wedding, but what happened on the next episode? How does WWF follow up one of the most memorable angles in the Attitude Era? Former head writer Tommy Blacha takes us through segment-by-segment, as the build to Armageddon continues, including a hot main event with the Hardys and Big Show. Plus the Rock, Mankind, Al Snow, Dudleys, Kurt Angle, Chris Jericho and Kane.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all

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1:18:02

Triple H Crashes Stephanie's Wedding - Raw Review...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/10/28

It's finally time to review the infamous Attitude Era wedding episode of RAW from 11/29/1999. Former head writer Tommy Blacha talks about the infamous wedding with Triple H crashing Stephanie McMahon and Test's wedding, all the production that happened before it, as well as all the matches that night. The Rock and Mankind's continued feud with DX's New Age Outlaws and how Al Snow figures into the equation. Kane and XPac continue their feud. Plus, it's the first wrestling show at the Staples Center

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1:14:15

Comedian David Koechner on His Brief WWF Stint &...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/10/21

We take a brief break from our weekly reviews to welcome special guest David Koechner. Host Tommy Blacha was the head writer of WWE in 1999 and when an actor needed to be brought in to play a wet blanket, Tommy knew just the guy! Koechner talks about his brief run, what could've been and shares some fun backstage stories. He also dives into his year on Saturday Night Live and what happened there and how he got unceremoniously fired. A very fun convo!Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from

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1:13:41

The Rock Tries Poontang Pie on Thanksgiving - WWF...

Tales from the Attitude Era ·

2024/10/14

It's Thanksgiving Day 1999, and you can't have a Thanksgiving edition of WWE Smackdown without a good old fashion food fight. Plus, the Rock finally gets to try some poontang pie. The Big Show gets some mic time. DX feud with…the homeless?! The love triangle between Mankind, Al Snow and the Rock continues. Plus, Rikishi and Too Cool finally form their alliance, and the Hardys entertain in a steel cage match.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social

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