Tag Archives: Tony Richards

Podcast

Episode 211: The NWA World Champions Series, Part 8 – Dory Funk Jr.

Hello, wrestling fans! It’s time for Episode #211 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! It’s part eight of the NWA Word Champions Series, with special guest Tony Richards.

Tony is the author of the upcoming book The Life and Times of Dory Funk, Sr: The King of the Texas Death Match, and an expert on the Funk family and West Texas wrestling (among many other things.) This week, he’s here to take a look at the man who held the title for four years, and is currently the earliest living former champ.

From the backstage machinations of the NWA, to Dory’s role in Vietnam-era America, to the war with the Briscos and the infamous “truck accident”, it’s all here, and then some.

Shut Up and Wrestle is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download

Podcast

Episode 171: Tony Richards Talks Dory Funk Sr.

Hello, wrestling fans! It’s time for Episode #171 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon!

This week, Brian is joined by podcaster and historian Tony Richards to discuss the legacy of Dory Funk Sr., patriarch of the Funk family, as well as the West Texas territory he ruled.

Tony is the author of the upcoming book, Dory Funk Sr. and the Amarillo Territory, and the perfect guest to speak with authority on such a cherished territory and era in professional wrestling that doesn’t get talked about enough.

Time to relive the days of Doc Sarpolis, Gory Guerrero, Ciclon Negro, Mike Dibiase and many others who ruled the roost in Amarillo, Lubbock, El Paso and elsewhere–this week on Shut Up and Wrestle.

Shut Up and Wrestle is a production of the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network.

Podcast: Play in new window | Download