Something To Wrestle With Bruce Prichard
Hosted by Bruce Prichard
A long-form audio documentary where mortgage broker and podcast mogul Conrad Thompson interviews a top WWE insider about pro wrestling history.
A highly detailed, long-form wrestling history lesson presented as a cross-examination. Host Conrad Thompson acts as a well-researched prosecutor, guiding his expert co-host (either Bruce Prichard or a fill-in like JBL) through a chronological retelling of a specific career, event, or theme, using newsletters and public reports as evidence for the insider to confirm or deny.
“The show's unique format pairs an obsessive, document-driven fan (Thompson) with a legitimate executive who was "in the room" (Prichard), creating a dynamic unlike other wrestling podcasts. Its extreme episode lengths allow for a level of detail that is virtually unmatched.”
Who hosts this show
Something to Wrestle is a weekly deep-dive podcast exploring the biggest moments and figures in professional wrestling history. Hosted by Conrad Thompson, the show features an insider's perspective, originally from longtime WWE executive Bruce Prichard. Since April 2026, John "JBL" Layfield has been filling in as the expert co-host while Prichard recovers from a health issue. The podcast, which launched in August 2016, is known for its multi-hour episodes that dissect a single topic, from a wrestler's career to a specific pay-per-view event.
Credentials & credits
- Bruce Prichard: WWE Executive Director, former on-screen manager "Brother Love".
- Conrad Thompson: Founder of the AdFreeShows podcast network, mortgage broker.
- John Layfield (JBL): Former WWE Champion, financial commentator, on-air personality.
Other ventures
- Conrad Thompson: Host of '83 Weeks', 'Grilling JR', and 'My World with Jeff Jarrett'.
- Conrad Thompson: Founder of Starrcast, a pro wrestling fan convention.
- Conrad Thompson: Mortgage Advisor (SaveWithConrad.com).
- Bruce Prichard: Executive Director at WWE.
- AdFreeShows.com: The podcast network founded by Conrad Thompson.
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01How Vince McMahon won the WWE vs WCW war | JBL's Something To WrestleJun 27, 2026 · 2h 18m
- 02TNA firing of Tommy Dreamer is "unbelievable" | JBLJun 24, 2026 · 15 min
- 03Danhausen was BOOED in February, and now he's a WWE mega-star | JBLJun 23, 2026 · 8 min
- 04Danhausen runs the Wrestling World | John Layfield's Something To WrestleJun 22, 2026 · 1h 46m
- 05Vince McMahon special ability no one takes about | JBL's Something To WrestleJun 16, 2026 · 9 min
- 06I don’t understand the magic of Danhausen, but I love it - JBLJun 16, 2026 · 8 min
Notable episodes
- 01Houston Wrestling
Often recommended as a prequel for the entire podcast, this episode covers Bruce Prichard's roots in the Texas wrestling territory before he joined the WWF.
- 02The Radicalz
A detailed account of the high-profile defection of Chris Benoit, Eddie Guerrero, Dean Malenko, and Perry Saturn from WCW to the WWF in 2000.
- 03Bret Hart 96-97
A four-hour deep dive into one of the most pivotal and controversial periods of Bret Hart's career, leading up to the infamous "Montreal Screwjob."
- 04The Undertaker 95-97
An inside look at the evolution of one of WWE's most iconic characters, told by his original manager, Brother Love (Bruce Prichard).
What you'll be asked on this show
The show is structured as a two-man conversation, with Conrad Thompson leading the narrative and asking pointed questions. Bruce Prichard (or his replacement) provides anecdotes, context, and behind-the-scenes stories. Episodes are exceptionally long, often running over three hours, and are filled with inside jokes and recurring catchphrases.
Questions Bruce Prichard keeps coming back to
- “What do you make of [current wrestling news story]?”
- “What can you tell us about [wrestler's] creative capacity?”
- “What was your time around [wrestling personality] like?”
- “How important is theme music for a wrestler?”
- “What do you think is next for [wrestling personality]?”
- “Have you read [person's] new book?”
Signature segments
- · "WrestleWorth" - A segment discussing the auction value of wrestling memorabilia.
- · "Curtain Jerkers" - A segment featuring outrageous and explicit road stories from wrestlers.
- · "Ask Bruce Anything" / "Ask JBL Anything" - A Q&A episode format driven by listener questions.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are rare, as the show's format is built around the dynamic between Conrad and his single expert co-host. When guests do appear, they are typically other wrestlers or personalities with direct knowledge of the episode's topic, such as the tag team PG-13.
- John Layfieldon Guest Host
- Tony Gieseon Danhausen runs the Wrestling World | John Layfield's Something To Wrestle
- PG-13 (Jamie Dundee & Wolfie D)on Danhausen runs the Wrestling World | John Layfield's Something To Wrestle
- Casio Kidon Danhausen runs the Wrestling World | John Layfield's Something To Wrestle
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast is heavily ad-driven, with host Conrad Thompson frequently and personally endorsing his own mortgage business, SaveWithConrad.com, often using client testimonials as ad segments. Other prominent sponsors fall into categories like men's wellness (BlueChew) and meal delivery services.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of Something to Wrestle?
- The show is hosted by Conrad Thompson, who interviews an expert co-host. The original and primary co-host is WWE executive Bruce Prichard. Recently, former WWE Champion John "JBL" Layfield has been filling in for Prichard.
- Why isn't Bruce Prichard on the show right now?
- Bruce Prichard has been on a health-related absence from both WWE and the podcast since April 2026 to recover from back issues. He is expected to return.
- What is the format of the show?
- Each episode is a deep dive into a single topic from wrestling history. Conrad Thompson uses research and old reports to prompt stories and clarifications from his insider co-host. Episodes are typically 2-4 hours long.
- Is this a video or audio podcast?
- It is primarily an audio podcast, but full episodes and clips are also uploaded to the show's official YouTube channel.
- Who is Conrad Thompson?
- Conrad Thompson is a mortgage broker and the founder of the AdFreeShows.com podcast network. He hosts several other popular wrestling podcasts, including '83 Weeks' with Eric Bischoff and 'Grilling JR' with Jim Ross.
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- [07]Save With Conradsavewithconrad.com
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