
Windy City Slam
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Ep 27Outdoor Events Become Hot Tickets
With more and more local events going on, the guys explain why outdoor promotions with limited seating are becoming hot tickets. Plus, Chris believes Evil Vince is making a return to WWE. But Mike says their PPV wasn't the best of this past weekend! Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix LIVE each Monday with the Podbean App and on-demand weekly everywhere podcasts can be found and always at WindyCitySlam.com!
Ep 26Local Wrestling & Less Creepy Pictures
Mike breaks down all things wrestling in and around Chicago, while Chris says that a new standard for socially distant meet-and-greets may mean less creepy pictures of fans with wrestlers. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix LIVE each Monday with the Podbean App and on-demand weekly everywhere podcasts can be found and always at WindyCitySlam.com!
Ep 25Random Advice To Wrestling Promotions
Mike breaks down local events taking place in Chicagoland, the NXT vs AEW ratings, and locals guys making an impact at larger promotions. Meanwhile Chris doles out advice to local and national promoters while relaxing with a drink lakeside this week. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix LIVE each Monday with the Podbean App and on-demand weekly everywhere podcasts can be found and always at WindyCitySlam.com!
Ep 24Tessa Blanchard's Next Landing Spot
Mike's favorite wrestler is now a free agent. We break down what happened at IMPACT and where Tessa Blanchard is headed next. Plus, upcoming local Chicagoland wrestling events and the WWE's big mistake causes a COVID-19 outbreak in the ranks. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix LIVE each Monday with the Podbean App and on-demand weekly everywhere podcasts can be found and always at WindyCitySlam.com!
Ep 23Can We Start Wrestling Again?
While POWW Entertainment and other local promotions start holding events, wrestler GPA made a plea for wrestling to stay closed for now. Chris & Mike discuss his comments and if it is OK to start holding local events. The finale of "Undertaker: The Last Ride" also turns out to be the retirement of The Undertaker! The guys break it all down. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix LIVE each Monday with the Podbean App and on-demand weekly everywhere podcasts can be found and always at WindyCitySlam.com!
Ep 22Everyone Takes From The Undertaker
The newest edition of "Undertaker: The Last Ride" has Chris angry at everyone in the documentary except for one surprise wrestler. Meanwhile POWW Entertainment is returning to action locally. WWE Backlash was solid. Plus a local wrestler is getting more and more dates with AEW. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix LIVE each Monday with the Podbean App and on-demand weekly everywhere podcasts can be found and always at WindyCitySlam.com!
Ep 21NXT Rocks It While Locals Get Re-Started
NXT impressed Mike this week, even while Chris brings up the way Charlotte Flair lost without losing. Meanwhile local promotions have dipped their toe into re-starting shows. Do big wrestlers get as much favor as in years past? Plus WWE's Lacey Evans is also beefing with AEW's Brian Cage in a stippid Twitter battle. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 20Jim Cornette Wants You Off His Lawn
As some local wrestling promotions have started announcing upcoming events, Jim Cornette has started a war of words over the purity of pro wrestling. Plus, Cody Rhodes continues to open new roads for talent, while AEW and WWE each take a page from the opponent's playbook. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 19AEW Shines As WWE Gets Dark
The gimmicks keep coming from national wrestling promotions during the pandemic, but AEW was solid at Double or Nothing. Meanwhile the Owen Hart story on Dark Side of the Ring makes Vince McMahon and WWE look absolutely terrible. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 18Ryan "King Kong" Kross
After Chris lays out his Seth Rollins conspiracy theory, Mike brings on guest Ryan "King Kong" Kross. Listen as the veteran wrestler and promoter doesn't hold back about the good and bad promotions in your local area. Plus listen to a proud dad talk about his son growing in the business. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Chris Lanuti owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 17Missa Kate
The guys review Money In The Bank, which now becomes a Title for Asuka! "Chicago's Sweetheart" Missa Kate joins in and pulls back the curtain on inter-gender matches and women's wrestling gear. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 16Here Comes Money In The Bank
WWE Money In The Bank is upon us. The guys break down how they think things could go and who would be surprise winners of the briefcases. Plus, AEW and WWE are in a war for wrestlers and trademarks. And will any take Heath Slater? Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 15From Roller Derby To Ring Announcer
Mike brings in Val Capone who took an insane life journey before ending up as a ring announcer for several local Chicagoland promotions. We have some fun and tell some stories, including which wrestler Val wants to crack the hardest. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 14Scripting Money In The Bank
Mike reviews some big news for some local Chicago wrestlers before Chris breaks down the ultimate way for WWE to make this year's Money In The Bank epic above all others. Hear the insanity! Plus one of the guys recounts the time he totally ticked off a wrestling couple at a wedding. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 13Weighing Profit Vs Safety in The WWE
The WWE is going Live again, but it seems to be due to their TV contracts. Meanwhile information swirls about concerning at least one performer who contracted and survived COVID-19. What is the long term plan? Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 12Wrestlemania 36 Recap: Who Stole The Show?
Chris and Mike breakdown their favorite matches and moments from the two-night production that was Wrestlemania 36. Plus, they try to anticipate where some big names could go next in their stories. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 11A Visit With Steve Michaels
Chris and Mike are joined by The Chicago Bear Hug Steve Michaels to talk about his career and some insider wrestling jargon. Plus, Wrestlemania is already taped, but will there still be surprises? Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 10AEW Is Outworking WWE Right Now!
With most of the wrestling world shut down, Chris and Mike breakdown the way WWE and AEW hav approached empty stadium shows. So far there has been one clear winner...and there is also a clear reason. THIS EPISODE WAS RECORDED LIVE! Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 9A Visit With Chicagoland Championship Wrestling
John Bullard from Chicago Championship Wrestling joins the guys to talk about his promotion and give his perspective on how local and national wresting promotions will have to adjust during the current Coronavirus Pandemic. Learn about how he got started in the biz and take a break from the scary part of this world. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 8The Top 10 Chicago Wrestlers Right Now
Mike Pankow reveals his list of the Top 10 Chicago area wrestlers at this very moment. Plus, the guys break down the good and bad from WWE Elimination Chamber, along with Jake The Snake returning to the scene in AEW. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 7Revolution Vs The Same Old Thing
As WWE starts putting belts on old favorites, AEW did something much different this past weekend at Revolution. Mike Pankow was there. Hear from new AEW Champion Jon Moxley and CEO Tony Khan Meet as they talk about the big night. Plus, Chris asks Mike for an interesting local wrestler list after we break down all that happened here in Chicago. Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 6Cody Rhodes Loves Chicago
AEW Superstar Cody Rhodes loves Chicago. Listen to him explain why he will always be loyal to the site of AEW Revolution. Meanwhile Chris has an issue with how AEW covered Cody's last television match, while Mike has a ton of local Chicago Wrestling News to go over in this podcast. Meet Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 5A Windy City Ride Along
Following an incredible Warrior Wrestling event, Mike takes a car ride with three local wrestlers and explains why his ride along was different from what you see on WWE Network. The guys also ask if Grangrel and The Brood would make sense appearing in the current Becky Lynch vs Shayna Baszler story-line. And Chris asks if you can truly steal a wrestling idea if they've all been done before. Meet Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in Chicago, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 4Steve Tortorello's Warrior Wrestling
Steve Tortorello from Warrior Wrestling explains how a former hater of pro-wrestling and current high school principal became a wrestling promoter. Get the lowdown on Warrior Wrestling's upcoming event! Plus, Chris asks Mike if a recent Undertaker interview points to a hidden story behind one of his famous matches. Meet Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in wrestling, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 3Jonathan Hood Has Some Questions
Jonathan Hood, from ESPN Radio and several top wrestling podcasts, sits at the bar with Mike and Chris to talk local Chicago wrestling, his favorite indy promotion and how he fell in love with pro wrestling. He also has some questions. Who is making the final decisions at AEW? Is Edge really back long-term at WWE? Can FOX really be happy with the direction of Smackdown? Meet Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in wrestling, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti. He owns the microphones. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 22020 Royal Rumble: Good, Bad & Stupid
Mike & Chris break down The Royal Rumble after first breaking a little local wrestling news at the start of the show. It's the Good, the Bad and the incredibly Stupid of one of wrestling's great nights. Plus, Mike says AEW may have had one of their best weeks ever! Meet Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in wrestling, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti, local broadcaster from popular Chicago-area podcasts such as Sox In The Basement & The EP Podcast. He loves the fun side of pro wrestling, yelling out catch phrases from The Rock and remembering the first time he saw Trish Stratus. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!
Ep 1Mike & Chris Talk Wrestling
The pilot episode of Windy City Slam, a podcast from The Broadcast Basement and WindyCitySlam.com! Meet Mike Pankow, a wrestling super-fan who covers local Chicagoland wrestling and national promotions like AEW and WWE. If these is something going on in wrestling, Mike knows about it. Meet Chris Lanuti, local broadcaster from popular Chicago-area podcasts such as Sox In The Basement & The EP Podcast. He loves the fun side of pro wrestling, yelling out catch phrases from The Rock and remembering the first time he saw Trish Stratus. Together they now bring you "30 Minutes of Good" from a basement bar on the south side of Chicago. Get your wrestling fix every Tuesday from Windy City Slam!