In a recent episode of his podcast, “The ARN Show”, WWE Hall of Fame inductee, Arn Anderson, delved into the reasoning behind WCW Saturday Night’s reliance on pre-recorded broadcasts and offered fascinating insights about his experiences working with Harley Race and others.
Here are some key takeaways from the podcast:
Arn Anderson on working with Harley Race: Anderson never had the opportunity to travel extensively with Race, but he recalled the massive respect Race commanded within the wrestling world and his exceptional sense of camaraderie. He recounted instances when they would visit Kansas City or nearby regions, and Race’s wife BJ would generously cook for everyone on the team. Anderson reminisced about the incredible meals she would prepare – copious amounts of ribs and steaks, creating warm, inviting atmospheres for the wrestlers. He highlighted these experiences as symbols of the kind of individual Race was and his profound love for wrestling.
Discussing the practice of always taping WCW Saturday Night: Anderson shared insights into the broadcasting strategy of the show. He cited the inherent risks associated with live TV broadcasts, including the inability to correct any oversight or mistakes that might occur during live performances. Because of this, he argues in favor of taping at least one, if not two, shows to allow room for error corrections, safeguard against slip-ups and maintain the professional facade of the talent involved.
For those who prefer audio-visual content, the entire conversation can be accessed via the recorded podcast below:
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