Exploring the NWA World Title History in the 1970s and 1980s

Karl Stern's latest episode of the DragonKingKarl Show delves into the history of the NWA World title from the late 1970s to the 1980s. The discussion focuses on notable champions such as Ric Flair, Dusty Rhodes, Harley Race, Tommy Rich, Kerry Von Erich, Ron Garvin, and Sting, among others.

The episode outlines how the NWA World title transitioned from being the premier championship in professional wrestling to becoming the secondary title within WCW. This shift marked a significant change in the landscape of wrestling during that era.

Stern, a pro wrestling historian with expertise in the 1980s and earlier periods, also promotes his book, DragonKingKarl’s 1986-1987 Pro Wrestling Omnibus, which serves as a companion to the series.