Episode 169: Hulk Hogan in the WWE

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling is joined by one of professional wrestling's most influental figures, Eric Bischoff! JR and Eric discuss Jim's interaction with Hulk in the WWE, including WrestleMania 9, Hogan's exit at King of the Ring, how much Hogan negotiated with the WWF in the late 90s, Hogan's return in the nWo, going back to the red & yellow, Mr. America, and so much more on this special edition of Grilling JR! GEICO - Do you own or rent your home? Sure you do! And it’s hard work. But you know what’s easy? Bundling with GEICO. Go to GEICO.com, get a quote, and see how much YOU could save. It’s GEICO-easy!  CAR SHIELD - CarShield helps protect my wallet from expensive car repairs, and they’ll do the same for you! Go to CarShield.com/Podcast to start your plan and lock in your pricing forever. KEEPS -If you're ready to take action and prevent hair loss, go to KEEPS.com/JR to receive your first month of treatment FREE! ROCK AUTO - Rock Auto is a family business, serving auto parts customers online for 20 years. Go to RockAuto.com to shop for auto and body parts from hundreds of manufacturers. Type GRILLINGJR in their “How did you hear about us?” box so they know we sent you.  ZYN - ZYN Nicotine Pouches are a fresher, simpler way to enjoy nicotine that've helped millions of people achieve lasting change by offering smoke-free and spit-free satisfaction. If you’re thinking about making a change and want to learn more today, check out ZYN Nicotine Pouches at ZYN.com/FIND WARNING: This product contains Nicotine. Nicotine is an addictive chemical. ATHLETIC GREENS - Athletic Greens is going to give you a FREE one year supply of immune supporting vitamin D and 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is go to athleticgreens.com/JR STARRCAST V - After a three-and-a-half year hiatus, STARRCAST, the wildly popular professional wrestling fan fest, is back and ready to rock the Music City. Often called “The Woodstock of Professional Wrestling,” STARRCAST V will take place at the world famous Nashville Fairgrounds from Thursday, July 28th to Sunday, July 31st. The event will also be made available worldwide, exclusively on FITE. Tickets go on sale THIS FRIDAY at Noon ET on www.starrcast.com SAVE WITH CONRAD - If you have credit card debt or in a 30 year loan? Well, we can help you get out of that pinch and save money at the same time! Head over to SaveWithConrad.com for a quick quote.  GOLIATH LIFE - GoliathLife.com streamlines the life insurance purchase process by allowing you to get quotes from more than twenty carriers all at the same time and at the same place: GoliathLife.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices