Episode 378: Terry Funk Forever!

On this week's edition of Grilling JR, Jim Ross and Conrad Thompson pay tribute to one of the most influential and beloved figures in professional wrestling history as they celebrate the legendary career of the original Texas Outlaw, Terry Funk, who would have turned 82 this week. From his roots in the iconic Funk wrestling family to his reign as NWA World Heavyweight Champion, JR shares firsthand stories and memories of a man whose passion for the business knew no bounds. The guys explore Terry's remarkable ability to reinvent himself across multiple decades, his unforgettable rivalries, and the fearless style that made him a legend everywhere from Amarillo and Japan to ECW and WWE. JR reflects on Terry's unmatched authenticity, his willingness to sacrifice his body for the fans, and why so many wrestlers from Hall of Famers to today's biggest stars consider Funk one of the greatest to ever lace up a pair of boots. You'll hear incredible behind-the-scenes stories, personal memories, and JR's perspective on what made Terry one of the most respected performers the industry has ever known.     THIS WEEKS SPONSORS BLUECHEW - When you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third FREE with promo code JR. You will also receive an additional 10% OFF + Free overnight shipping on your first order. Visit http://BlueChew.com  for more details and important safety information LARINECO - Larineco is better-for-you chewing gum that uses the same mineral your teeth are made of to support daily enamel health. Right now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at BuyLarine.com/JR PODCAST HEAT - Want to grow your business with the power of podcast advertising? Reach loyal, engaged audiences through trusted host endorsements across the Podcast Heat network. Learn more at PodcastHeat.com SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.