[39] The following week Ray claimed that Devon had gotten weak, since Chris Sabin had managed to kick out of a 3D at Turning Point, calling him the Marty Jannetty and himself the Shawn Michaels of the team. TheBusted Openpodcast, which consists of the most popular moments and highlights from that days radio show, is available on the SXM App or wherever you get your podcasts and is consistently one of the top ranked podcasts in its category. They joined TNA later that year, becoming one-time NWA World Tag Team Champions and two-time TNA World Tag Team Champions. [130] At both Night of Champions, and Live from Madison Square Garden, the Dudley Boyz challenged The New Day for the WWE Tag Team Championship, but would win both matches by disqualification, which allowed New Day to retain their titles. While they were initially heels, one of the things Bubba Ray was known for was driving women through tables including WWE Divas Terri, Mae Young, Lita, Trish Stratus, Tori, Torrie Wilson, Stacy Keibler and Jazz. [79] On the following episode of Impact Wrestling, Ray was granted another opportunity to become the number one contender to the TNA World Heavyweight Championship, but was again defeated by Hardy. [65] On the February 16 episode of Impact Wrestling, Ray was defeated by James Storm in a number one contender's match. [63][64] On February 12 at Against All Odds, Ray was unable to capture the TNA World Heavyweight Championship from Roode in a four-way match, which also included James Storm and Jeff Hardy. Display: 24 per page. In August 2005, all three former Dudleys were issued with legal notices instructing them not to use the (WWE trademarked) name "Dudley". Join Dave LaGreca and his rotating co-host chair that features two WWE Hall of Famers in Bully Ray and Mark Henry and ECW Original Tommy Dreamer for the best pro wrestling talk on radio. [10] Buh Buh Ray, D-Von, and Gertner all achieved a degree of infamy for their vitriolic interviews, which antagonized audiences to a point of near riot. [155], The Wrestling Figure Checklist records LaMonaco as having 26 different action figures produced from the 1990s to 2010s by Toymakers, Jakks Pacific, and Mattel. [55], On the July 28 episode of Impact Wrestling, Ray began having problems with fellow Immortal member Mr. Anderson, when he cost him his steel cage match against Kurt Angle. [126][127], On the August 24, 2015 episode of Raw, he and D-Von Dudley made a surprise return to the WWE, reviving their Dudley Boyz tag team persona. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices. Steve and Larson bring both their brand of humor and insights to every episode and is occasionally joined by good friends who share their passion for professional wrestling. [24] Team 3D found Neal a replacement in the returning Brother Runt, but were still defeated in the match by the Nastys and Hart. For more episodes, go to podcastone.com/premium Got questions? [108][109][110] On October 20 at Bound for Glory, Ray lost the TNA World Heavyweight Championship to Styles in a No Disqualification match, ending his reign at 66 days. WWE, AEW, NXT, Impact Wrestling, ROH, NJPW, Indy Pro Wrestling news and analysis, plus mainstream entertainment, news, sports, pop culture talk, and lots more. They defended these belts against the team of Road Warrior Animal and Rick Steiner at Slammiversary. PLUS, they are joined by Titus ONeil and Ric Flair! Every Sunday, the Busted Openhosts drop a podcast exclusive episode, The Masters Class, in which Dave and team focus on a single topic in depth. The Dudley Boyz were separated when Bubba Ray was drafted to Raw and D-Von to SmackDown!. The spelling eventually stuck. On October 18, 2009 at Bound for Glory, Team 3D captured their 23rd tag team championship when they defeated Beer Money, British Invasion, and The Main Event Mafia's Scott Steiner and Booker T in a Full Metal Mayhem Tag Team match. He left TNA in 2015, and The Dudley Boyz returned to WWE for two years before joining Ring of Honor (ROH) until 2020. [66] On March 18 at Victory Road, Ray was defeated by Storm in a rematch to retain his spot as the number one contender. The platform will continue to be the home for Busted Open and I appreciate every SiriusXM team member who has made the show a success, said LaGreca. [95] Ray made his first televised title defense on the April 11 episode of Impact Wrestling, defeating Jeff Hardy in a Full Metal Mayhem match to retain his title. and were regularly abused by Ray. to determine opponents, Ray would headline Victory Road alongside his partner in a match of champions encounter against TNA World Champion Kurt Angle and X Division Champion Samoa Joe. On September 21, 2005, it was announced that they had signed multi-year contracts with Total Nonstop Action Wrestling.[13]. [5] The unusual spelling of "Bubba" was a result of his stutter. Hogan also received support from some of his African-American colleagues, including The Rock, Booker T and Mark Henry. 41. Player FM - Podcast App. [145] Afterwards, Ray started teasing his retirement from professional wrestling. 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[40] On the December 16 episode of Impact! During the match, he attacked Team Dixie's captain, Bobby Roode, allowing Team MVP to be victorious, turning face once again. [28][29] The following week, Ray declined Devon's offer to join the ECW alumni, before TNA president Dixie Carter agreed to give them their own reunion payperview event, Hardcore Justice: The Last Stand, as a celebration of hardcore wrestling and a final farewell to the company. Debuting in 1991, LoMonaco came to prominence when he joined ECW as a member of The Dudley Brothers in 1995. [76] In September, Ray, unlike his longtime tag team partner Devon, signed a two-year contract extension with TNA. SiriusXM Fight Nation (Ch. Team 3D and Devine lost at Against All Odds 2008 meaning that they have to be under two-hundred seventy-five pounds in order to compete in the X Division. [125], LoMonaco made a one night appearance with WWE at the 2015 Royal Rumble entering as a surprise entrant at number 3, reprising his Bubba Ray Dudley character. LaGreca launched Busted Open on SiriusXM in 2009 and the show has grown to be one of the most prominent forums for . [3] On the August 27 episode of SmackDown, they defeated The Ascension and after the match they put Viktor through a table. They were identified as "Brother Ray" and "Brother Devon" respectively (with the suffix "Deadly" apparently having been dropped) and as Team 3D collectively. Afterwards, Ray revealed himself as the President of Aces & Eights, turning heel again in the process, and reuniting with Devon. He was recast as Buh Buh Ray Dudley, the stuttering, dancing, overweight, hillbilly member of the sprawling Dudley family. [146] On October 20, Mark Briscoe also turned on Ray, joining Jay in attacking him and Tommy Dreamer when Velvet Sky came to Bully Ray's aid during his attack. Zoey Stark. [104] The following week, tension began to be teased between Bully Ray and Aces & Eights Vice-President Mr. Anderson, with Anderson disagreeing with Ray claiming he never needed Devon and bring Tito Ortiz into the stable without a group vote. [114], On March 9, Bully Ray was introduced by Dixie Carter to be the special guest referee for the Eight-Man Lethal Lockdown match at Lockdown. Mark LoMonaco (born July 14, 1971) is an American professional wrestler, currently signed to the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) and Impact Wrestling under the ring name Bully Ray. Over the following weeks, Bully Ray invaded TNA Headquarters and Dixie's home, threatening to put her through a table. As the show's founder and an original host, LaGreca is one of the most . On April 1, 2020, Ray left Ring of Honor after his contract expired.[148]. I love the masters class so much. We bring the fight to YOU on SiriusXM Fight Nation channel 156. Join Dave LaGreca and Doug Mortman, to talk all about the world of professional wrestling. LaGreca launchedBusted Open on SiriusXM in 2009, and the show has grown to be one of the most prominent forums for wrestling fans around the country. 1. And speaking of talking, Dax Harwood stops by, and he has a LOT to say about AEW. The Nations passion and energy are the lifeblood of this show and its been amazing to grow with you all.. Following WrestleMania X8, the WWF was renamed "World Wrestling Entertainment" (WWE) in May 2002 and the roster was divided into two brands: Raw and SmackDown!. Want the most raw version of Going in Raw? [157], LoMonaco dated Fawnfeather "Fawn" Carr, an esthetician, from 1999 to 2013. [62] Ray later aligned himself with Bobby Roode, interfering in his matches especially ones relating to Roode's title. [96] On June 2 at Slammiversary XI, Ray successfully defended the World Heavyweight Championship against Sting in a No Holds Barred Match after an interference by Aces & Eights, with the added stipulation, that Sting would never get another World title opportunity again. Display. The Busted Open crew come together to share their thoughts on the big news that Vince McMahon is steeping back as WWE's CEO and Stephanie McMahon taking over as Interim CEO. From the WWE and AEW to the independent scene and beyond, Busted Open covers pro-wrestling like no one else in the world! Since 1984 every wrestling promoter has tried to beat Vince McMahon and the World Wrestling Federation unsuccessfully except one, Eric Bischoff. At Bound for Glory, Team 3D defeated Tommy Dreamer and Abyss. [129] Following the match, they would attempt to 3D Big E through a table, but Big E would be saved by Woods and Kofi Kingston. Devon joined fellow ECW alumni Mick Foley, Tommy Dreamer, Raven, Stevie Richards, Rhino, Pat Kenney and Al Snow and TNA World Heavyweight Champion Rob Van Dam in attacking Brother Ray, Abyss and the rest of the TNA locker room. Following a match on Impact! I learn so much. He formed a tag team with D-Von Dudley called The Dudley Boyz, who became eight-time ECW World Tag Team Champions. On August 7, Bully Ray finally succeeded in putting Dixie Carter through a table. Radio Host of Busted Open on SiriusXM, personal advocate for Rick Recon, Prince of ISPW Wrestling & Husband to the Pierogi Queen. Modified Sep 23, 2017 21:09 IST. [116], On the May 8, 2015 episode of Impact Wrestling, Ray made a one-night appearance as the special guest referee for the TNA World Heavyweight Championship match between Kurt Angle and Eric Young. However, he still makes appearances for Ring of Honor as an enforcer. ", "PWTorch.com - SHOW RESULTS - 7/13 2CW in Watertown, N.Y.: Team 3D reunites and captures Tag Titles, plus Steen, Spike, Delaney, more", "HOH ON TV? 3,304 followers. However, the angle was dropped. The fans embraced the comical Dudley boys and during Buh Buh's matches would chant "Buh Buh Buh Buh". In mid-2001, the Dudley Boyz turned heel once again by joining The Alliance, a large stable of former ECW and World Championship Wrestling (WCW) wrestlers led by Shane McMahon and Stephanie McMahon-Helmsley who attempted to take over the WWF (Spike, along with other ECW alumni, did not join The Alliance). At the show's end, Ray powerbombed A.J. No Labels Radio SiriusXM More ways to shop: Find an Apple . [54] After the match Ray, though still retaining his status as a heel, put over Styles' resilience. They also won the WWE Tag Team Championship one more time. During the match the members of Team 3D attacked each other, before Neal accidentally speared Devon and was then pinned by Ray. 410 following. Bully Ray told Joe Koff that he unretired. Steele and Murder One), The Kingz of the Underground (Ryan Genesis and Scot Summers), The Heatseekers (Elliot Russell and Sigmon), This page was last edited on 26 February 2023, at 08:46. Styles, in a Lethal Lockdown match. Click here to start listening at home siriusxm.com/listenathome, Customer Agreement & Website Terms of Use. Dave LaGreca the lead host of Busted Open, one of the most popular shows covering the world of pro wrestling has signed a new multi-year extension with SiriusXM. The episode which focused on the Plane Ride From Hell, saw allegations of sexual harassment being made against Ric Flair. [59] On October 16 at Bound for Glory, Ray was defeated by former Immortal stablemate Mr. Anderson in a Falls Count Anywhere match. The Day after SummerSlam, the Dudley Boyz announced that they were announcing their departure from WWE on that night's Raw. Later that night, Devon was forced to leave TNA after being pinned by A.J. [18] At Final Resolution Morgan, Hernandez, Dinero and Suicide defeated Neal, Team 3D and Rhino in an eight-man elimination tag team match. However, later in the event Roode managed to defeat Gunner via submission, which meant that he tied Ray's score to set up a tiebreaker match between the two. [24] On May 16 at Sacrifice Ray turned heel by attacking Jesse Neal and costing him and Shannon Moore their match for the TNA World Tag Team Championship, after feeling he had been disrespected by Neal. LoMonaco received a tryout with Extreme Championship Wrestling in September 1995, appearing as Mongo, the bodyguard of Bill Alfonso. [81] On the October 4 episode of Impact Wrestling, Ray defeated both Aries and his number one contender Jeff Hardy in a three-way match, after which Hulk Hogan agreed to let him become Sting's partner for the match against the Aces & Eights stable at Bound for Glory. Styles off the entrance stage through a table, sidelining him with a storyline injury. [117] However, it was announced on July 24 that Bully Ray had departed from the company due to being unhappy with the "current state of affairs within the company. I am very happy to cement my relationship with SiriusXM. He was defeated by Drew Galloway in a No Disqualification Match for the WCPW Championship. [143] On April 1, 2017 at Supercard of Honor XI Ray and The Briscoe Brothers successfully defended the ROH World Six-Man Tag Team Championship against Bullet Club (Hangman Page, Tama Tonga and Tanga Loa). [77] On the September 6 episode of Impact Wrestling, Ray finished his Bound for Glory Series group stage with a win over Rob Van Dam, thus finishing third and advancing to the semifinals of the tournament. Menu Follow. Nukapedia the Fallout Wiki is a community of volunteer collaborators that work to provide reliable, accurate, and comprehensive At Royal Rumble, the Dudley Boyz would compete in a Fatal 4-Way tag team match on the pre-show for a spot in the Royal Rumble match itself, with the match being won by Mark Henry and Jack Swagger.[136]. [58] On September 11 at No Surrender, Ray defeated Storm via disqualification, moving him up to 52 points. Listen to the full show Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM Fight Nation channel 156 or On Demand anytime on the SiriusXM app. Listen to the full show Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM Fight Nation channel 156 or On Demand anytime on the SiriusXM app. From the WWE and AEW to the independent scene and beyond, Busted Open covers pro-wrestling like no one else in the world! Styles in a five-on-five tag team match against the Main Event Mafia. On October 7, 2022, Ray returned to Impact Wrestling at Bound for Glory where he would win the Intergender Call Your Shot Gauntlet for a championship match of his choosing. 24 per . Listen to the full show Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM Fight Nation channel 156 or On Demand anytime on the SiriusXM app. Afterwards, as Anderson was being stretchered away, Ray attacked him and piledrived him onto the stage. Creative development, writing, & production of syndicated radio specials, features, & podcasts. [120][121] However, Bully Ray would be pulled out of both events by TNA President Dixie Carter, turning the on-screen feud between Bully and Carter in TNA into a crossover storyline involving talent associated with both promotions. [153][154], LoMonaco appeared on the second WWE edition of the game show The Weakest Link, losing in the sudden death final to Kane, and was the strongest link in the majority of the rounds. During last Thursday night's episode of Dark Side of the Ring, flight attendant Heidi Doyle claimed that Flair cornered her in the galley of the airplane and forced her to touch his genitals. [14] During the following weeks Team 3D turned heel and aligned themselves with Rhino in a battle against the younger talent of the company. Mark LoMonaco[7][8] was born in the Queens borough of New York City on July 14, 1971. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. [87] On the January 3, 2013, episode of Impact Wrestling, Hogan suspended both Ray and Brooke after seeing them kissing in the parking garage two weeks before. questions@steveaustinshow.com. Ray and Devon debuted in TNA on the October 1, 2005 episode of TNA Impact! When the group stage of the tournament concluded, Ray finished in the top four and thus advanced to the finals at No Surrender along with James Storm, Robert Roode and his Immortal stablemate, Gunner. In addition to that, Dreamer has been pulled from his weekly gig on Busted Open Radio for the time being. 354 of the top 500 singles wrestlers of the ", 2CW Tag Team Championship (1 time) with Brother Devon, The Border Patrol (Agent Gunn and Agent Maxx), Team Extreme (Khris Germany and Kit Carson), Disturbing Behavior (Jeff Daniels and Tim Renesto), The Usual Suspects (A.J. [46] On the following episode of Impact!, Ray's feud with Devon was abruptly ended as he aligned himself with Immortal and moved on to feuding with Fortune. [150] [151] At NWA 74th Anniversary Show he defeated Knox in a Tables match. Bully and Tony Khan got into a bit of a back and forth over AEW's inconsistent officiating. Brother Ray and Devon aligned themselves with Kurt Angle during his feud with A.J. Dave LaGreca the lead host of Busted Open, one of the most popular shows covering the world of pro wrestling has signed a new multi-year extension with SiriusXM.. LaGreca launched Busted Open on SiriusXM in 2009, and the show has grown to be one of the most prominent forums for wrestling fans around the country. From the WWE and AEW to the independent scene and beyond, Busted Open covers pro-wrestling like no one else in the world! Busted Open. 55 products. 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[158][159], LoMonaco, along with longtime tag team partner Devon Hughes, operate a wrestling school called the Team 3D Academy of Professional Wrestling and Sports Entertainment, in Kissimmee, Florida.[160]. They are considered one of the major teams that revived tag team wrestling during the Attitude Era. COMPLETE HOUSE OF HARDCORE VII COVERAGE - PWInsider.com", "Newswire: Japanese legend to retire, Bully captures Hvt. However, after accusing Ray of "leaving him high and dry" in Impact, Knox and VSK would attack him before putting him through a table. NEW YORK - October 5, 2022 - SiriusXM announced today that Dave LaGreca, the lead host of Busted Open, one of the most popular shows covering the world of pro wrestling, has signed a new multi-year extension with the company. [133] At Survivor Series, the Dudley Boyz would team with Goldust, Neville and Titus O'Neil to defeat Stardust, The Ascension, The Miz and Bo Dallas in a 5-on-5 traditional Survivor Series elimination tag team match. ", "Those Damn Dudleys! [23] On the March 15 episode of Impact! On the September 3 episode of SmackDown, The Dudley Boyz defeated The Prime Time Players. Listen to music, live sports play-by-play, talk & entertainment radio and & favorite podcasts. On April 7, 2018 at Supercard of Honor XII Bully Ray turned heel by powerbombing Cheeseburger. Plus, Thunder describes the risk todays performers take with their bodies when they are competing in front of a live audience, which she has experienced in AEW. [94] Ray received his shot in a steel cage match on March 10 at Lockdown, where he defeated Jeff Hardy, following interference from Aces & Eights, to win his first World Heavyweight Championship. 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[84], Over the next few weeks, tension would be teased between Ray and Hulk Hogan after Austin Aries revealed a secret relationship between Ray and the General Manager's daughter Brooke. [149] On the June 14 episode of NWA Powerrr, Bully Ray, special master of ceremonies for the night, was confronted by Mike Knox and VSK of the Cardona Family. On June 5, MVP along with EC3 and Rockstar Spud challenged Ray, Austin Aries and Samoa Joe to a First Blood Match, which Bully and his team won after Bully hit EC3 with a steel chain.