ECW Original to Guest Coach at the WWE PC

According to PWInsider.com, ECW original Stevie Richards is scheduled to work as a guest trainer at the WWE Performance Center soon, and could end up being offered a permanent role as a coach.

Stevie Richards Labels TNA An Indy With TV

Are things like Extreme Rising, Crossfire and ROH offering the ‘revolution’ to the WWE and offering a difference to the monopoly of the WWE:

“No, absolutely not; not even close. WWE still monopolizes and dominates; TNA is the most distant second you can ever imagine (and then some), and what these are are just independents. You know, to a degree, TNA is just an Indy with TV; that’s all they really are. They pay their wrestlers like that; they take care of their wrestlers like that; most of them, most of them, not their top guys. And, I can speak from experience; so if anyone doubts me, I can show you my paychecks. That’s it, it’s WWE or nothing. There’s still kids watching TV; no kid there is watching TV and saying ‘Man, I want to go to TNA’. No, they might say, ‘Hey, I want to go to a place like ECW’ or what they all say is what we said, ‘I want to go to WWF, WWE one day. I wanna wrestle Hulk Hogan or the Ultimate Warrior, Triple H.’ All the guys on top; they don’t say anything else.”

Stevie Richards Discusses His Political Aspirations, Why He Was Never A Top Star In Wrestling

Stevie Richards joined the VOC Wrestling Nation radio program and discussed his political aspirations, his view of past, present, and future government, his assessment of Superstorm/Hurricane Sandy, being held down in the WWE, and much more. Here are some highlights from the interview:

On Hurricane Sandy: "I have my own theories and opinions on how these storms come together, especially just before one of the most important elections in our history. The timing is just too convenient. I don't want to sound like a nutjob, but there was an electronic piece of equipment in Alaska that was activated the day before (the storm) turned to the northeast, and (that piece of equipment) on a scale of 1-10, was dialed to a 10+."

On Government Aid: "Without going into conspiracy theories, new world order, or any of that other stuff, just don't trust the government. Don't count on the government to be there for you. They weren't there for Katrina, and I hope that the people of New York and New Jersey aren't counting on the government to help them."

On the upcoming election: "Most people don't do their own research, they don't read, and they don't hold politicians accountable for what they say; that's why they can lie so much. A lot of evil people run the country. People know that money controls the world."

On Linda McMahon: "Here's what doesn't make sense. Why would she spend 9 figures to get a job that's going to pay her 6 figures? It doesn't make sense. She's not a politician or a statesperson like Jesse Ventura or like I will be in the future. (She's in it to lobby for her overall business interests with WWE) That's common sense."

On his aspirations for public office: "When I decide that the time is right to take that step, I will be a statesperson, not a politician. I take the time to learn about the government and what's going on in the world with my own two eyes and my own ears. I determine what I feel is true or false myself."

On politicians as puppets for corporate interest:" We do not live in a democracy, we live in a state of Corporate Fascism. I think people should investigate online. There was recently a third party debate (with candidates that are not democratic or republican) and that debate was one of the most unique, civil, and fact filled debates I've ever seen. Jesse (Ventura) is on point when he calls our system the 'Democrips' and 'Rebloodicans' because it's a 2 party gang system. It comes down to keeping people as a whole down; they want to keep everyone in a certain spot, and that's unfortunately where we're at. Whether you choose Obama or Romney, it's not going to change anytime soon."

On never getting the opportunity to be a star in wrestling: "I'm the poster child for guys that work hard and never got the opportunity (I deserved). It's a political thing. Johnny Ace says that 5% of what you do in the ring matters, and 95% of your success is what you do backstage; who you talk to and make friends with. I've never been a politics guy; I was just respectful and worked as hard as I could. For some reason, they always looked at me and said, 'you're this guy, and you're always going to be this guy.'"

source: voc nation

Stevie Richards Quits TNA

Stevie Richards has posted the following on his twitter account:

"Just left Universal Studios. Had a great talk with Terry Taylor and Vince Russo about making the decision to quit TNA Wrestling. Thanks to everyone there for the past 2 years."

Interview with Stevie Richards

11 Former ECW Wrestlers Appearing at TNA's "HardCORE Justice" PPV

TNA has confirmed that the following wrestlers will appear at their "HardCORE Justice" PPV:

Tommy Dreamer, Mick Foley, Rob Van Dam, Team 3D, Raven, Rhino, Stevie Richards, Simon Diamond, Al Snow, Axl Rotten, Johnny Swinger

The event's website is reporting that more names will be revealed in the near future.

Rumor Mill - Members of Samoa Joe's 'Nation of Violence' Revealed

Sources within TNA have confirmed that the members of Samoa Joe's "Nation of Violence" stable are in fact "ECW Originals" Balls Mahoney, Stevie Richards, Spike Dudley and former ECW Champion Bobby Lashley.

Taz will be revealed as Samoa Joe's advisor once his no-compete clause with the WWE expires.

source: pwpix.net

Another Job Loss for Stevie Richards

The Conneticut School Of Broadcasting, where Stevie Richards recently started teaching, apparently shut down all of its campuses today without warning and is out of business...More?

Maryland Championship Wrestling News

Former WCW wrestler Van Hammer is coming out of retirement for a match against Champ Champagne at Maryland Championship Wrestling's "Xtreme Measures" show on April 11, reports Kevin Eck of The Baltimore Sun. After Champagne won his match at Saturday's show, he cut a promo on the former WCW wrestler, who was in attendance. Champagne said Hammer was washed up and compared him to Mickey Rourke's character in The Wrestler. Hammer entered the ring, but Champagne fled before a fight could break out. TNA personality "Dr. Stevie" Richards was also at the show as he took part in a tag team match. Richards had missed his scheduled appearance at Maryland Championship Wrestling's December show due to suffering a collapsed lung.

Stevie Richards on TNA iMPACT!

Rumor Mill - More on Stevie Richards to TNA

Prowrestling.net is reporting that Stevie Richards may play a role in Abyss' current TNA storyline. Richards was backstage during this past Monday night's Impact taping and it's now being rumored that he may end up debuting with the company as the therapist Abyss continues to refer to on the program.

Stevie Richards to Compete at MCW Anniversary

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Update on Stevie Ricards

Following up on an earlier post (Stevie Richards not able to compete at MCW), Kevin Eck of the Baltimore Sun spoke with Stevie and he said he had been suffering from a severe lung infection for months, but doctors were unable to diagnose the specific strain of the infection. Stevie underwent a lung biopsy Monday, and his lung collapsed during the procedure. He was also hooked up to a chest tube and his doctors recommended that he not wrestle last night. Balls Mahoney was brought in to replace him against The Bruiser.

Stevie Richards not able to compete at MCW

Stevie Richards suffered a punctured lung earlier this week and will not be appearing at MCW's Holiday Hell show. More information as we get it.

Stevie Richards in Animated Movie

Wrestler Michael Manna (Stevie Richards) voiced “Daredevil” in “The Greatest Fan Film of All Time”, along with Our Lady Peace singer Raine Maida (who played “Guardian”). You can see the finished film below:

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The Greatest Fan Film of All Time

Stevie Richards in New Movie

Former WWE wrestler Stevie Richards has a voice role in "The Losers Have a Junkyard" animated short movie. He was specifically chosen for his famous raspy voice, which he got after having throat and neck surgery that damaged he voice box.

source: impactwrestling.com

T4 Show Host Michael Manna Joins CSB Stratford Campus

CSB Stratford is pleased to announce that T4 show host and former professional wrestler Michael Manna (f.k.a WWE’s Stevie Richards) has joined the staff of CSB Stratford as an instructor. Michael’s first class will be the PODCAST NOW! Continuing Education workshop on November 22nd...More?

source: gocsb.com

Stevie Richards and the bWo to appear at LOTR VI

My favorite tech guy will be in New Jersey on October 11th:

Hollywood Nova, The Blue Meanie and Stevie Richards have decided that it was time to give the fans what they have been waiting for. The bWo will be appearing at Legends of the Ring VI in Monroe, NJ on October 11th...More?

Information on prices and super tickets will be available soon. Go to www.myspace.com/wrestlingmarx for all of the details.

More WWE Releases

Standard WWE.com statement:

World Wrestling Entertainment has come to terms on the release of ECW Superstars Stevie Richards and Colin Delaney, Raw tag team Robbie & Rory of The Highlanders, SmackDown Diva Cherry, and WWE referee Wes Adams as of Aug. 15, 2008. WWE wishes them the best in all their future endeavors.

I'm going to miss my favorite tech guy (Michael Manna aka Stevie Richards). You can check out his site at T4show.com.

Photos from WWE Summerfest 2008

My favorite tech guy in Venice Beach yesterday.


For more pics from Summerfest, click here.

source: monstersandcritics.com