JBL & Ron Simmons: DAMN!, APA, Eddie Guerrero, BRUTAL Clothesline From Hell, Crazy Road Stories
Summary
Ron Simmons and Bradshaw (JBL) discuss the organic rise of the APA, sharing stories about their iconic door gimmick and backstage antics with The Godfather. They reflect on Ron’s historic WCW title win, the transition to JBL’s character, and the intense heat generated during the Eddie Guerrero storyline. The episode highlights their enduring friendship and the authentic chemistry that made their tag team a fan favorite.
Topics discussed
NHTSA PSA on driving under the influence of marijuana
The origin of the APA's invisible door gimmick
How Ron Simmons and Bradshaw formed the APA tag team
The creation of Stone Cold Steve Austin's blue helmet
The Roman Soldier concept and the birth of the JBL character
APA's record-breaking ratings during the Monday Night Wars
The authenticity of the APA's backstage behavior
Backstage antics: Smoking bans and Jack Lanza
Destruction of Timmy's Bar and the 'Hollywood Beer' reality
The origin of the 'Damn' catchphrase and Godfather stories
Godfather's drug use, police encounters, and road trips
Teddy Long, Michael Cole, and the end of the APA era
John Bradshaw Layfield's transition to JBL and singles success
Ron Simmons' WCW Championship win and Hall of Fame legacy
The significance of black and white tag teams in wrestling
NHTSA PSA on the dangers of drunk driving
JBL's feud with Eddie Guerrero and the Staples Center riot
The invention of the Spinebuster and the Dominator move
Training Shane McMahon and the realism of wrestling moves
Teddy Long leaving the APA in a Massachusetts snowstorm
Comparing the wrestling eras: Then vs. Now
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Road rage incidents and a bar fight in Red Deer, Canada
JBL's World Heavyweight Championship run and heel persona
Ron Simmons and JBL share what they are grateful for
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