Something to Wrestle with Bruce Prichard Episode 130: Survivor Series 1993
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Nov 23, 2018 October 1993 brought turmoil to the WWF, with Vince McMahon facing serious charges. Hulk Hogan's departure sparked a fierce rivalry as Randy Savage called him out on air. Despite dwindling attendance, ticket sales soared in Boston thanks to innovative marketing strategies. The feud between Bret and Owen Hart added layers of drama, with intricate planning behind the scenes. Legal troubles for Jerry Lawler and the transformation of Crush highlighted the changing wrestling landscape, making this a pivotal moment in the industry.
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Mailing List Sold Out Tickets
- WWF used a mailing list to announce Survivor Series 1993 before matches even were known.
- Tickets sold out quickly because fans trusted the WWF brand despite no match announcements.
Savage Calls Out Hogan's Steroid Lie
- Randy Savage publicly called out Hulk Hogan for lying about steroids on Arsenio Hall.
- Savage said Hogan lied, damaging Hogan and the WWF's reputation during steroid scrutiny.
A vs. B Shows Explained
- WWF differentiated "A shows" and "B shows" by market size and population.
- A shows had top cards in major cities; B shows got a split of top storylines for smaller markets.