Jim Ross has no issue with SiriusXM turning its wrestling channel into WWE Radio. He would just like somebody to talk about his employer.
The channel formerly known as Pro Wrestling Nation 24/7 relaunched as WWE Radio on Monday. Asked about it on the latest Grilling JR, Ross said the move makes sense.
“I think it’s par for the course, Conrad. To be honest with you, I’m anxious to see how it evolves, how it develops.”
He has form on the concept itself.
“I’m a big proponent of the concept of pro wrestling and radio. I came up with the idea to do a WWE radio show back in the day, and Monsoon and I were the hosts.”
“I believe that radio and pro wrestling are very compatible, and if you know what you’re doing, you can make the broadcast very intriguing and very interesting.”
Then came the part he actually wanted to say. Ross works for AEW as a commentator.
“I wish my AEW would get a little love out of that whole those topics and those outlets. It seems like sometimes, as I said before, that they’re overlooked, and there’s too much talent at AEW. They’re doing too many good things in the ring to not be acknowledged, so that’s my take on that deal.”
He was not critical of WWE for it.
“But hey, look, you’re wearing the biggest pants in town. It’s a big deal. WWE’s rock solid.”
Ross said he is watching the wider shift with interest.
“There’s a lot of big changes afloat in the world of pro wrestling and the media. WWE’s done a great job of cross branding their product and getting that quality exposure on a variety of outlets. So I’m curious to see how it evolves. I’m curious about growth. I’m curious about the control of the growth. It’s a key time for all wrestling companies right now.”
Busted Open continues under the WWE Radio banner with Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, Mark Henry, Tommy Dreamer and Nic Nemeth. Booker T said on his own podcast this week that he does not expect the show’s approach to change.
