Episode 55: WWF 1993 – BYE-BYE BOBBY HEENAN, OWEN CHALLENGES BRET, HBK EDGES RAZOR

As we head into the home stretch here in 1993 WWF, it’s the fallout from the Survivor Series as Owen Hart challenges his Brother Bret to a match, Shawn Michaels Razor’s Edges Ramon ON THE CONCRETE in an excellent angle, and we say Goodbye to Bobby “The Brain” Heenan. Oh yeah, and the debut of DINK the Clown. Ugh.

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(NOTE: In between the main TV programs we also touch on any necessary Exclusive matches, segments, or angles that aired internationally or on the U.S. recap programs like Mania, All American, TSN, etc.)

 DECEMBER 1993 WWF NEWS
– THE FINK gets a shot at being an interviewer
– Jack Tunney rules ONLY ONE DOINK in the WWF
– The Steiners work Japan!
– The WWF Women’s Title Tournament Results
– December Injuries and Returns
– December House Shows including the European Tour, The Big Boss Man returns… briefly, Bret vs. Shawn in a Cage, and the very first Ladder Match between Shawn Michaels vs. Razor Ramon!
– Bye Bye Bobby Heenan
– Newcomers Sparky Plugg, Kwang the Ninja, and Alundra Blayze
– We put a bow on the WWF vs. USWA Feud as Jerry “The King” Lawler challenged “Double J” Jeff Jarrett for the Unified Title.


*** FINAL VIRGIL OF THE WEEK *** (00:47:14)
As the extremely popular segment comes to a conclusion, we’re treated with THREE final promos featuring Virgil as “Vincent” of the NWO, and we end things on a positive note with one final GOOD promo from old Virg.
 

WWF TV – Weekend of NOVEMBER 27th – 29th, 1993 (00:57:12)
Bret Hart wins Superstar of the Year! IC Champion Razor Ramon takes on Diesel, with run-ins from Shawn Michaels & 1-2-3 Kid. Reo Rodgers had an “accident” and is replaced by new announcer STAN LANE! Bobby Heenan talks trash to the Gorilla all week long. In a clash of the odd couple, “The Model” Rick Martel takes on Bastion Booger! Both Gorilla Monsoon and Alfred Hayes speak with Owen Hart following his meltdown at the Survivor Series. The Macho Man talks “Garbage Fuji” and “Crush-Crush”, DIG IT! “Double J’ Jeff Jarrett brings RP Gossett along with him to invade Buddy Lee Attractions. It’s the debut of WWF Guest Ring Announcers, find out what happened to inaugural guest announcer JB Yetter. Raymond Rougeau sits on Santa’s lap. Vince & Bobby host All American. Face to Face Soundbites with Bret Hart, Harvey Wippleman & Adam Bob, Jim Cornette & Yokozuna, The Undertaker & Paul Bearer, Razor Ramon, Diesel, Jacques & Johnny Polo, The Macho Man, Crush, Ludvig Borga, & Lex Luger. Action involving the Steiners, IC Champion Razor Ramon, Adam Bomb, Shawn Michaels, Doink, Crush, The Undertaker, Bob Backlund, Ludvig Borga, 1-2-3 Kid, IRS, The Smoking Gunns, Bam Bam Bigelow & Owen Hart. Plus, Santa Claus has a gift for Doink, as DINK is born…. SIGH.


WWF TV – Weekend of DECEMBER 4th – 6th, 1993 (01:49:20)
It’s BYE BYE BOBBY HEENAN weekend as the Brain hosts his final episodes of Wrestling Challenge, All American, and Monday Night Raw. The 1-2-3 Kid takes on Shawn Michaels with an AWESOME post-match angle where HBK gives Razor Ramon his own Razor’s Edge TWICE… ON THE CONCRETE!!! The final appearance of Reo Rodgers and Reo’s Roundup with guest Shawn Michaels, though an uninvited Razor Ramon bursts his bubble! Owen Hart promises a BIG SURPRISE next week! Jeff Jarrett walks with Frank Morrell as they meet Waldo, the Country Sax! An Update on the ongoing issues between Bret & Owen Hart. Santa Vince & Stan Lane host Superstars. Raymond Rougeau speaks with Crush & Master Fuji. Our very first Royal Rumble 94 Promo. Face to Face Soundbites with Bret & Owen Hart, Razor Ramon, Diesel, Macho Man, Crush, Jim Cornette & Mr. Fuji, Lex Luger, Ludvig Borga, Johnny Polo & Harvey Wippleman. Action involving Ludvig Borga, Bob Backlund, the Headshrinkers, 1-2-3 Kid, Diesel, Men on a Mission, Marty Jannetty, IC Champ Razor Ramon, Tag Champs The Quebecers, Virgil, Adam Bomb, Doink, and Crush. Plus, we break down Bobby Heenan’s departure from the WWF (02:43:56) and what it meant to host Ray Russell.


WWF SUPERSTARS DECEMBER 11, 1993 (02:53:49)
OWEN HART shocks the world when he CHALLENGES his BROTHER BRET to a one-on-one match! The Undertaker vs, WWF Champion Yokozuna is announced for the Rumble with CASKET MATCH RULES, as Jim Cornette pitches a fit! Vince McMahon and Smilin’ Stan Lane host this week’s episode as Gorilla Monsoon says goodbye to Bobby Heenan. Blink and you’ll miss the ONE SENTENCE mention of the Women’s Title Tournament. Guest announcer Liz Woodard. Face to Face Soundbites featuring Jim Cornette, Crush, The Macho Man, Lex Luger, Jeff Jarrett, and Ludvig Borga! Action featuring the likes of Tag Team Champions the Quebecers, Bastion Booger, IRS, The Smoking Gunns, and “The Model” Rick Martel. Plus, “Native American” Tatanka returns to competition following his injury