AWA Unleashed
”The Voice of Minnesota Wrestling” and former AWA Ring Announcer/Broadcaster Mick Karch, former AWA Director/Producer ”Polish” Joe Ciupik and Chris Tubbs recap the glory days of the historic and influential American Wrestling Association.
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Episodes
Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
Tuesday Feb 24, 2026
This week we continue getting YOUR Dream Cards. Whoever you want, and in any type of match you wish. You tell us what you would like to see, and we've got some unique matchups!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
Tuesday Feb 17, 2026
This week it's Episode #200 where we get YOUR Dream Cards. Whoever you want, and in any type of match you wish. You tell us what you would like to see!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
Tuesday Feb 10, 2026
This week Mick tells us what it was like to attend an "All Star Wrestling" television taping. How did fans get tickets, what time did the wrestlers show up, when and how long were the tapings, tricky camera angles and more.
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Feb 03, 2026
Tuesday Feb 03, 2026
This week we're joined by former AWA Secretary/Administration Assistant Pat Marxen-Saba. We ask about being related to the Gagne's, what ribs she saw in the office, was she ever "kayfabed", the best and worst talent to work with, and more!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
Tuesday Jan 27, 2026
This week we look back at the year 1971! Mick and Joe discuss the historical significance, the tragedy that shook the promotion, some of the non Minneapolis cities and more!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
Tuesday Jan 20, 2026
This week we're back for another "No DQ and A", where we answer your questions! We discuss multiple "Doctor X” sightings, the Rick Martel and Stan Hansen friendship, Sheik Adnan El Kaissie's heat, poster misspellings and more!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
Tuesday Jan 13, 2026
This week we're going back to one of our first watch alongs, which is SuperClash I! Mick, Joe and Chris give their unique opinions and commentary during one of the AWA's biggest events!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Monday Dec 29, 2025
Monday Dec 29, 2025
This week we're joined by the "Quintessential Stud Muffin" Joel Gertner. He talks about his start in the business, the evolution of the character and his limericks, what made ECW special and more.
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
Tuesday Dec 09, 2025
This week we take a look at Eddie Sharkey's trainees and the influence that he's had on the professional wrestling business. We get an early and brief (but unsuccessful) run in from one, but we also discuss Jerry Lynn, Austin Aries, Nikita Koloff, the Destruction Crew, Sean Waltman and a ton more, including a team that has their own POP!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus
Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
Tuesday Dec 02, 2025
This week it's our final "No DQ and A" of 2025! We discuss Andre The Giant working with the AWA’s elite, Pat Patterson, Jerry Jarrett buying the AWA, using reality in a storyline, wrestlers hanging on too long and a ton more!
We have a new one stop shop for AWA Unleashed merch, it’s https://www.teepublic.com/user/unleashed-plus