Retro Wrestling Re-View WCW Podcast Ep. 4 - Clash of the Champions VI: Ragin’ Cajun

Gene Jackson and “Broadcast” Bob Anderson head down to New Orleans for Clash of the Champions VI: Ragin’ Cajun, one of the strangest, longest, and most uneven Clash shows of the era — but also one of the most historically important.This episode features a deep dive into:• The Steamboat vs. Flair two-out-of-three falls World Title match• Why the “Family Man” presentation of Ricky Steamboat never quite worked• The Samoan SWAT Team replacing chaos with even more chaos• The Midnight Express opening yet another Clash with a 20-minute match• The Great Muta casually ruining a man’s eyesight before the opening bell• Junkyard Dog vs. Butch Reed and the official JYD Bump Counter™• Why half the card is missing and why that might be a blessing• WCW’s obsession with nerve holds, long openers, and crowd killing pacingAlong the way, Gene and Bob veer into classic territory talk, nostalgia tangents, hair critiques, robe rankings, and the ongoing realization that 1989 WCW is equal parts brilliance and self sabotage.If you love WCW history, Clash of the Champions deep cuts, and honest, sarcastic retro wrestling commentary, this one’s for you.Check out Gene & Bob’s fun wrestling comedy/parody promotion “Outlaw Rasslin Federation that ran for 52 episodes!https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLj5Zx1HZR2NlpRtuhrXoBImFRp50GjsIE&si=VJoiV4c87yIsZn_7This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit retrowrestlingarchive.substack.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★