Classic Professional Wrestling Radio is on the air! Like the great Mr. NED FROM Bozo Circus, we hit the airwaves. This particular show was elevated in heated discussion when our guest 1/2 AWA Tag Team Champions Greg Gagne and I discussed the State of Illinois Department of Professional Regulation. While Greg took the stance that they were more like tax collectors and we took the position a little differently. Yes, we paid tax to them, however they provided Referees,timekeeper,Ring announcer,medical. All requests for Cage Matches, Chain Matches, Riot Glove, Strap, and Battle Royals had to have their approval. The State required Promoters and Wrestlers to be licensed, as well as officials. Fans did not realize that if Wrestlers were disqualified,or put their hands on a referee, or threatened them, they could be fined and have their licensed suspended or revoked!
Greg and I go back years, and respect each other as Professionals. This show was very interesting for our listeners around the world!
Honestly, all of the Officials Nick, Frank, Pat were were swell. The referees,timekeepers,Ring announcers were the best!
At Classic Professional Wrestling Radio we remember!
