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45. The Radicalz Invade from WCW - WWF Raw Review 1/31/2000
01:16:23||Ep. 45It's one of the most legendary moments of the Attitude Era, the Radicalz – Chris Benoit, Eddie Guerrero, Dean Malenko and Perry Saturn – stun the world by appearing on WWE RAW is WAR just a week after apearing on WCW Monday Nitro. Benoit was last seen as WCW World Champion! Find out all the behind the scenes stories of this iconic moment from one of the lead writers. Plus, what's going on with the undercard? The Dudleys continue their table obsession and the Hardys, Edge and Christian also benefit. Plus, what's Mae Young up to? Kurt Angle and Taz! It's all in here.Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.
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44. Tori Turns on Kane and Kisses X-Pac - WWF Smackdown Review 1/27/2000
01:07:00||Ep. 44It's the first Smackdown after the Royal Rumble and there's a lot of plot advancement. Tori finally turns on Kane and joins X-Pac and DX. Rikishi's push into the main event continues. Chyna's friendship with a newly face Chris Jericho blossoms. Edge & Christian and the Dudleys put on the match of the night and Al Snow and Steve Blackman continue their odd couple storyline. Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.
43. The Rock Needs A Partner - WWF RAW 1/24/2000 Review
01:09:57||Ep. 43It's the Raw after the infamous Royal Rumble 2000 and while everybody is banged up, there's a show to do! Tommy talks about writing a show, keeping in mind some of the top stars need a break from too much heavy action because of the toll the night before took on them. We look at the top storylines in the company with Triple H, The Rock, Big Show and Cactus Jack. We look at Chris Jericho's slow face turn with Chyna, how the Holly boys are getting stories and the formation of Head Cheese!Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.
42. Former WWE Head Writer Answers Your Questions
01:14:38||Ep. 42We take a break from our weekly reviews to ask former WWE head writer Tommy Blacha YOUR questions including fun stories about how Vince is about sneezing, booking Jakked/Metal, Bob Backlund, the Radicalz, guys Tommy thinks deserved the title and what Tommy thinks of the current product. A very fun episode!Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.
41. WWF Royal Rumble 2000 Review by Former Head Writer
01:22:36||Ep. 41It'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 of controversy. Watch this episode on Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.
40. Over The Top Rope Lumberjack Match?! - WWF Smackdown 1/20/2000 Review
01:10:20||Ep. 40It'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 Youtube.Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.
39. The Rock Has Enough of Big Show's Antics - WWF Raw Review 1/17/2000
55:36||Ep. 39It'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 mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEraTommy Blacha made his name in Hollywood as a writer on Conan O'Brien, co-creator of Metalocalypse on Adult Swim, and a writer on shows like The Eric Andre Show and Da Ali G Show. But, a little-known fact about Tommy's career is that he was the head writer of WWE (WWF at the time)) during their most successful period, starting in 1999, taking over for Vince Russo, who left for the competition. This podcast, Tales from the Attitude Era will be a retrospective of Tommy's time in the head writer position and the roller coaster ride that is pro wrestling, co-hosted by Rob Pasbani.