WCW Thunder 11/05/98: A Nostalgic Review

The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast

In this episode of The It Doesn't Matter Podcast, the hosts review WCW Thunder from November 5, 1998. They discuss the opening match featuring Barry Horowitz and Chris Canyon, the dominance of Scott Steiner and Buff Bagwell, a disappointing encounter between Raven and Alex Wright, Chris Jericho's rise with Ralphus, and a short but impactful match between Fit Finley and Booker T. The conversation highlights the unique aspects of wrestling during this era and the memorable characters involved. In this engaging conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of wrestling, celebrating legends like Booker T, discussing the evolution of wrestling schools, and reflecting on the legacies of TNA and AEW. They share nostalgic moments, critique Konnan's music video, and enjoy a light-hearted rap interlude. The discussion also covers Sonny Ono's role in WCW, the misguided return of Glacier, and a review of Horace Hogan's match with Norman Smiley, culminating in a revisit of the classic rivalry between Eddie Guerrero and Rey Mysterio. In this episode, the hosts delve into the intricacies of WCW's booking decisions, character development, and match outcomes during a specific show. They critique the overall quality of the matches, discuss the significance of character showcases, and reflect on the dynamics of the NWO and the Four Horsemen. The conversation also touches on wrestling memorabilia and merchandise, leading into a preview of the upcoming Survivor Series 2008 event, where they reminisce about their experiences attending the show. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to WCW Thunder Review 06:00 Scott Steiner and Buff Bagwell's Dominance 08:57 Raven vs. Alex Wright: A Disappointing Encounter 12:02 Chris Jericho's Rise with Ralphus 15:01 Fit Finley vs. Booker T: A Short but Impactful Match 21:09 Celebrating Legends: Booker T and His Impact 23:01 The Legacy of TNA and AEW: A Look Back 24:20 Konnan's Music Video: Nostalgia and Critique 26:15 Rapping and Laughing: A Fun Interlude 30:27 Sonny Ono and His Role in WCW 32:03 The Return of Glacier: A Misguided Comeback 35:30 Horace Hogan and the NWO: A Short Match Review 36:44 Eddie Guerrero vs. Rey Mysterio: A Classic Rivalry Revisited 37:22 Match Analysis and Booking Critique 40:03 Character Development and Showcase 42:58 Memorabilia and Merchandise Discussion 44:00 NWO Dynamics and Match Outcomes 45:56 The Four Horsemen Promo Mastery 48:00 Main Event Breakdown and Show Reflection 51:58 Looking Ahead: Survivor Series 2008 Preview