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Nov 13
1h 27m

Episode 345: Back In The Saddle

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On this episode of Grilling JR, the "Voice of Wrestling" Jim Ross is officially back in the saddle! JR opens up with heartfelt updates on his health, his move back home to Oklahoma, and the fresh new direction the podcast is taking. Good Ol' JR is energized, motivated, and ready to get things rolling again on the microphone.

Plus, Conrad welcomes "Titan Shrinking" author James Dixon and Inside The Ropes managing editor Kenny McIntoshfor a deep-dive discussion into the newest edition of Titan Shrinking, covering the wild, unpredictable, and often chaotic world of the WWF in 1992. The guys break down surprising revelations, backstage shake-ups, and historical details from the book—some of which even managed to catch Conrad off guard!

All that and much more on this can't-miss episode of Grilling JR!

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