# Verne Gagne
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Laverne Clarence Gagne (February 26, 1926 – April 27, 2015) was an American professional wrestler, amateur wrestler, football player, wrestling trainer, and wrestling promoter. He was the owner and promoter of the Minneapolis-based American Wrestling Association (AWA), the predominant promotion throughout the Midwest and Manitoba for many years. He remained in this position until 1991, when the company folded.
Crazy Train Radio Remembers Wrestling Legend Dory Funk Jr.
We’re going to take some time to remember someone we recently lost—one of the longest-reigning NWA World Heavyweight Champions in history, right up there with the legendary Lou Thesz.
The man we’re honoring had the opportunity to step into the ring with some of professional wrestling’s all-time gre…
How Vince McMahon Killed Territory Wrestling: The Story of the AWA
The American Wrestling Association (AWA) was a big deal in the wrestling world; they boasted some of the top talent in the world and a big TV footprint. It didn't last long, though. Verne Gagne's promotion was quickly poached by Vince McMahon, the ambitious son of the owner of the Northeast Territo…
Ep. 228- What were the hottest feuds of 1966?
This week we continue to focus on the 1960's as we discuss the best feuds of 1966, including Crusher & Bruiser vs. Larry Hennig & Harley Race, Verne Gagne vs. Mad Dog Vachon, why there was a mixing and matching of main event matches and more!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, i…
Ep. #559: September 15-21, 1984
Kris and David are back to discuss the week that was September 15-21, 1984. Topics of discussion include:
The birth of Pro Wrestling USA, as we get the first official TV taping from the Mid-South Coliseum in Memphis, plus we discuss the impetus behind the promotion, plus who is running it behind t…
Ep. 229- No DQ and A
This week it's another "No DQ and A", where we answer your questions. Did Verne Gagne stiff Ric Flair at Twin Wars 90, The Crusher as "The Judge", Curt Hennig's friendship with Wade Boggs and more.
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed…
Reassessing The WWE Hall of Fame (Part 7)
It's time for Part 7 of our epic quest to evaluate each member of the WWE Hall of Fame and make a new determination on whether to keep them in, or remove them, based on our assessment of their worthiness. This time around we consider the Hall of Fame credentials of Pete Rose, Gene Okerlund, Sensati…
Ep. 232- Non Verne Gagne AWA Mt. Rushmore
This week we ask about your AWA Mt. Rushmore (that doesn't include Verne Gagne.) Did your names make the list?
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Top 20 Wrestlers Trained by Verne Gagne: AWA Quiz | Ric Flair, Iron Sheik & More HoM Quiz
Verne Gagne's training camp in the Minnesota farmland turned out some of the biggest names in pro wrestling history. In this bonus quiz episode, Jeff challenges Kevin to name the top 20 wrestlers trained by Gagne for the AWA, ranked from first to last.
Inside this episode: Kevin works through a lis…
Imagine It... The Iron Sheik Accepts Verne Gagne's Bounty And Shoot Breaks Hulk Hogan's Leg in 1984
1984 was a huge year for #WWE, as Vince McMahon planned a national expansion for the then WWF that would change the #wrestling landscape forever, and the centerpiece of that push was Hulk Hogan.
Of course the aggressive business tactics of McMahon made him many enemies across the industry, includi…
Rock and Roll Buck Zumhofe: The Dark Side of the AWA I HoM Episode 16
Content warning: This episode discusses an individual convicted of crimes against children. Listener and viewer discretion is advised.
He was a two-time AWA World Light Heavyweight Champion who came to the ring with a boom box on his shoulder. Behind the gimmick was a man with multiple convictions,…
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