Prime Time with Sean Mooney

What really happened to Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka's girlfriend, Nancy Argentino, in 1983? Jimmy "Superfly" Snuka was one of the most popular wrestlers of the WWF Golden Era, but behind his legendary wrestling career was a disturbing controversy that followed him for decades. In May 1983, Nancy Argentino died after suffering a traumatic brain injury in Pennsylvania. Her death became the subject of a long-running investigation, raising serious questions about Snuka, the circumstances surrounding her injuries, and how the case was handled. More than 30 years later, Snuka was charged with third-degree murder and involuntary manslaughter. However, he never stood trial. The charges were...

Hulk Hogan vs. The Ultimate Warrior at WrestleMania VI was one of the biggest main events in WWE history — but what really went into creating the legendary showdown? On April 1, 1990, more than 67,000 fans packed Toronto’s SkyDome to witness the WWF Champion Hulk Hogan battle Intercontinental Champion The Ultimate Warrior in “The Ultimate Challenge.” For the first time, two of WWF’s biggest babyfaces collided with both championships at stake. Sean Mooney and Steve Fall look back at the buildup to Hogan vs. Warrior, the enormous expectations surrounding the match, Warrior’s historic victory, Hogan passing the torch, and what happened aft...

What are the TOP 10 biggest WWE Survivor Series debuts of all time?

Since its debut in 1987, WWE Survivor Series has delivered some of the most unforgettable moments in professional wrestling history. From shocking first appearances to legendary superstars making their WWE debuts, Survivor Series has helped launch some of wrestling's biggest careers.
In this episode of The List, we count down the Top 10 Biggest WWE Survivor Series Debuts of All Time!

From The Undertaker's legendary arrival at Survivor Series 1990 to The Rock's debut at Survivor Series 1996, we revisit the moments that changed WWE history forever...

Macho Man Randy Savage makes the jump from WWF to WCW, giving WCW another major name as the road to the Monday Night War continues. Steve Fall break down Savage’s departure, what his arrival meant for WCW, and another strange piece of WWF history: the rise and fall of ICO PRO, the bodybuilding supplement brand WWF heavily promoted but ultimately no longer owned. How did Savage’s move change the wrestling landscape, and what exactly happened to ICO PRO?

Sean Mooney reveals the untold story of No Holds Barred, the 1989 movie starring Hulk Hogan that became one of WWE's most unique projects of the Golden Era. In this exclusive conversation, the legendary WWE broadcaster shares behind-the-scenes memories, stories from the set, and insights into how Vince McMahon and WWE turned a Hollywood movie into a wrestling phenomenon.

What are the 10 WORST WWE Survivor Series teams of all time?Since its debut in 1987, WWE Survivor Series has brought together some of the biggest names in professional wrestling for its legendary elimination tag team matches. But not every team was destined for greatness!From bizarre combinations of WWF Superstars to mismatched partners, questionable booking decisions, and teams that never stood a chance, we're counting down the 10 worst Survivor Series teams in WWE history.

Why did Vince McMahon take WrestleMania to Canada for one of the biggest gambles in WWF history? At WrestleMania VI, the WWF took over Toronto’s massive SkyDome for an unforgettable night built around Hulk Hogan vs. The Ultimate Warrior — WWF Champion vs. Intercontinental Champion. It was an enormous undertaking. A massive stadium. A huge international audience. And a main event that asked whether Ultimate Warrior could truly become the WWF’s next megastar. Sean Mooney and Steve Fall look back at the decisions behind WrestleMania VI, the risk of running such a massive stadium show outside the United States, Hulk H...

What are the Top 10 Greatest WWE Survivor Series Teams of All Time?

Since its debut in 1987, WWE Survivor Series has brought together some of the biggest superstars in professional wrestling history for unforgettable traditional elimination matches.
From Hulk Hogan and Randy Savage to The Undertaker, Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels, and The Ultimate Warrior, Survivor Series has featured legendary alliances, shocking betrayals, unforgettable eliminations, and some of the greatest teams ever assembled in WWE and WWF history.

In this episode of Prime Time with Sean Mooney, we're counting down the Top 10 Greatest Survivor Series Teams of...

What were the 10 WORST moments of WWE's Pandemic Era?
In 2020, the wrestling world changed forever. With the COVID-19 pandemic shutting down live events, WWE was forced to reinvent professional wrestling without traditional live audiences. From empty arenas at the WWE Performance Center to the introduction of the WWE ThunderDome, fans witnessed one of the strangest periods in wrestling history.

In this episode, we count down the 10 worst moments of WWE's Pandemic Era, including controversial storylines, questionable booking decisions, disappointing matches, and unforgettable creative disasters.

WWE SummerSlam 1990 breakdown featuring Sean Mooney as he revisits one of the most important events of the early WWE Golden Era. This episode covers Hulk Hogan’s shocking return after his rivalry with Earthquake, the rise of the Ultimate Warrior as a main event star, and how SummerSlam 1990 shaped the direction of WWE storytelling moving forward.

he Road to the Monday Night War continues as the rivalry between WWE and WCW gets more interesting on the road toward the Monday Night War. In this episode, Hulk Hogan receives a Make-A-Wish award in WWE and tries to make sure money is donated to the organization at the same time. We also dive into more stories involving Hogan’s backstage political power and how he was using his influence during this period. Meanwhile in WCW, Eric Bischoff takes a shot at Doink the Clown on WCW television, giving us another example of WCW publicly poking at WWE years be...

The Prime Time Vault is open! Sean Mooney goes into the archives for an exclusive conversation with legendary WWE music composer Jim Johnston, the man responsible for creating some of the most recognizable entrance themes in professional wrestling history. For decades, Johnston's music helped define WWE Superstars and some of wrestling's most unforgettable entrances. From the glass shattering to eerie bells, crashing guitars and instantly recognizable opening notes, his work became an essential part of the WWE experience. In this classic interview, Jim Johnston sits down with Sean Mooney to discuss his career, his creative process, working behind the scenes...

Hear behind the scenes stories about WWE in the 1980s and 1990s, Rick Martel’s transition into sports entertainment, rivalries, tag team success, and what made his run stand out during one of wrestling’s hottest periods. If you are a fan of classic WWE, wrestling history, Hulkamania era wrestling, or legendary superstars, this interview is a must watch.

Untold History of Hacksaw Jim Duggan's Rise to WWE Greatness is revealed by former WWE broadcaster Sean Mooney. In this exclusive conversation, Mooney shares behind the scenes stories from the WWE Golden Era, discussing Duggan's journey from wrestling standout to one of the most recognizable superstars in professional wrestling history. From carrying the iconic 2x4 and American flag to becoming one of WWE's most beloved fan favorites, Hacksaw Jim Duggan carved out a unique legacy during one of wrestling's biggest boom periods. Sean Mooney provides firsthand insight into Duggan's personality, his relationship with WWE management, memorable moments from the locker...

Jake “The Snake” Roberts was one of the most unforgettable stars of WWE’s Golden Era, but why did he leave the company in 1992?

The Ultimate Warrior’s return at WrestleMania VIII remains one of the most unforgettable surprise moments in WWE history. After months away from the WWF, Warrior suddenly appeared following Hulk Hogan’s match with Sid Justice, racing to the ring to save Hogan from an attack by Sid and Papa Shango. But what really happened behind the scenes leading to his shocking comeback?

The Road to the Monday Night War continues as we head into October 1994 and one of WCW’s biggest gambles of the year: Halloween Havoc 1994. Hulk Hogan and Ric Flair are set to collide in a Career vs. Career match, but there’s one big question: why was WCW already putting Flair’s career on the line when WCW had run a retirement stipulation with him not that long before?

Sean Mooney talks Hulk Hogan, the 1985 wrestling boom, and the first WrestleMania in this deep dive into one of the most important eras in professional wrestling history. From Hulk Hogan’s rise as the face of the WWF to the massive success of WrestleMania 1, Mooney shares insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and the cultural impact that changed wrestling forever.

Why did Hulk Hogan leave WWE? Hulk Hogan was the face of WWE throughout the 1980s and helped turn WrestleMania and Hulkamania into worldwide phenomena. But by 1993, Hogan’s legendary first run with the company was coming to an end. Sean Mooney and Steve Fall look back at the circumstances surrounding Hulk Hogan’s departure from WWE, his changing relationship with the company, the rise of WWE’s New Generation Era, and what ultimately led Hogan away from the promotion he helped take to another level.

In 1994, WWE was facing problems both inside and outside the ring.Vince McMahon was on trial as the federal government prosecuted him over allegations involving the distribution of steroids to professional wrestlers. McMahon was ultimately acquitted, but the trial became one of the most controversial chapters in WWE history.At the same time, the wrestling business was changing. WWE was struggling through declining popularity, a changing roster and a difficult transition away from the larger-than-life stars who had defined the previous era.In this Prime Time Bite, Sean Mooney and Steve Fall look back at the 1994 steroid trial, WWE’s de...

Royal Rumble 1989 remains one of the most important events in WWE history. In this episode, former WWE broadcaster Sean Mooney looks back at the controversial decisions, backstage stories, and unforgettable moments that helped shape the future of WWE. From the expanding Royal Rumble concept to major booking choices involving top WWE Superstars, we explore how this event influenced WWE's direction for years to come.

The Road to the Monday Night War continues as Steve Fall takes us back to 1994 and another pivotal period in the growing battle between WWF and WCW. Hulk Hogan has arrived in WCW as the company's biggest acquisition — but he's already hearing boos from WCW fans. Meanwhile, Mick Foley leaves WCW, and Steve Austin gets screwed in WCW as frustrations surrounding his run with the company continue to grow.

WWE Raw's first episode secrets are revealed as legendary broadcaster Sean Mooney shares incredible behind-the-scenes stories from the debut of Monday Night Raw. On The Golden Era Podcast, Sean discusses what was happening backstage, why WWE created Raw, and how the groundbreaking show changed professional wrestling and television forever. From the Manhattan Center to Bobby Heenan's unforgettable antics, this episode is packed with fascinating stories from one of WWE's most important nights.

From the Prime Time with Sean Mooney Vault, legendary interviewer Mean Gene Okerlund sits down with Sean Mooney for a classic conversation about some of the biggest personalities and moments in wrestling history. Mean Gene shares his memories of WrestleMania, Hulk Hogan, Macho Man Randy Savage, The Ultimate Warrior, Bobby “The Brain” Heenan, Gorilla Monsoon and more. He also discusses his relationship with Sean Mooney and what it was like working together during one of wrestling’s most memorable eras. This is a classic archival interview that was recorded years ago and is now being presented on YouTube as part of Pri...

SummerSlam 1992 remains one of the most important events in WWE history, and Sean Mooney breaks down everything that made the show unforgettable. From the emotional main event between Bret Hart and the British Bulldog at Wembley Stadium to the legendary showdown between Macho Man Randy Savage and The Ultimate Warrior, this episode dives deep into the stories behind the matches and the changing landscape of the WWF in 1992.

The battle between WWF and WCW was heating up long before Monday Nitro ever hit the air. On this episode of Road to the Monday Night War, host Steve Fall dives into the latest developments from 1994 as the rivalry between professional wrestling’s two biggest companies continues to intensify. Why did **Bobby “The Brain” Heenan cross the line on WCW television and take a very personal shot at longtime WWF ring announcer Howard Finkel? We break down what Heenan said about The Fink and the history behind it.

The story of the Vince McMahon Steroid Trial, in 1994, that almost put the most powerful man in professional wrestling in prison and brought down his empire. It is hard to believe some of the biggest names in wrestling including Hulk Hogan took the stand, each having an impact on the verdict as the fate of the WWE hung in the balance. Sean Mooney tells the tale of what went on in the courtroom and behind the scenes in a showdown with the federal government that changed professional wrestling forever.

Sean Mooney takes a deep dive into Bret Hart vs. British Bulldog at WWE SummerSlam 1992 in this special episode. Get ready for an in-depth discussion on this classic pro wrestling match!

Golden Era Ep 48 dives deep into WWE SummerSlam 1989, one of the most iconic events of the Golden Era featuring legendary moments, backstage insight, and classic WWF storytelling. Hosted by Sean Mooney and Steve Fall, this episode breaks down the matches, the atmosphere, and the stars who defined an era of professional wrestling that fans still talk about today.

Before there was Nitro. Before the nWo. Before WCW and WWF went head-to-head every Monday night, Hulk Hogan made a move that helped change the course of professional wrestling. In Episode 1 of The Road to the Monday Night War, we go back to Hulk Hogan’s departure from the WWF and trace the events that eventually brought Hulkamania to WCW.

WWE Brawl for All is one of the most controversial and talked-about experiments in wrestling history. In this episode of Golden Era Ep 47, Sean Mooney and Steve Fall break down the real story behind WWE’s legit shoot-fighting tournament that shocked the locker room, derailed careers, and changed how fans view the Attitude Era.

In this episode of Golden Era, Sean Mooney and Steve Fall break down the unforgettable early WWE run of “Macho Man” Randy Savage, including his explosive debut year, rapid rise to Intercontinental Championship success, iconic promos, and the beginning of one of the most legendary careers in wrestling history. We explore Savage’s impact on the Golden Era, his chemistry with Elizabeth, and how he immediately changed the landscape of WWE storytelling and in-ring performance.

Hear the tale of when Wrestling became very real for network correspondent John Stossel after he says "I think this is fake" to the wrong man, Dr D, David Schultz, one of the legit tough guys in professional wrestling. The incident became much more than just a wrestler protecting the business it would rock the world of professional wrestling as the media and the fans really began to question what was real inside and outside of the ring. The encounter cost David Schultz a promising career in the WWE and would put Kay Fabe on the ropes.

This episode breaks down the legendary WWE rivalry between Bret “The Hitman” Hart and Shawn Michaels, including their personal tension, championship battles, locker room politics, and the events that led to one of the most infamous moments in wrestling history—the Montreal Screwjob. From respect turned to real-life hatred, this is the story that defined an era and changed WWE forever.

In this episode of Golden Era, Sean Mooney and Steve Fall break down the legendary first year of The Undertaker in WWE and how he instantly became one of the most iconic and feared characters in wrestling history. From his shocking Survivor Series 1990 debut to the early booking decisions that shaped his mystique, this episode explores how WWE built a future legend from day one.