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Last time at our rescue for a while 🙁 and first time meeting some of our new wards. This 80 pounder is one of the …

Dave Legeno, Sean O’ Haire, Roddy Piper, I woke up thinking about you and really miss you guys today, as I do always, my good …

It’s been a very challenging day… medically, physically, “economically,”… all the “ally’s.” Kinda went into a tailspin of sorts, and gave myself a choice… pop …

I understand now why my doctors have been saying that I’m soon wheelchair bound. Legs went out on me several times today. To the point …

“Friends don’t do because they owe, friend do because they want to.” Truer words were never spoken, Rocky Balboa. I received many GREAT messages in …

It’s an all-hospital day! Morning “spine class,” which was incredibly impressive. I’m very appreciative. Now on to pre-op appt…

Less than 2 weeks out from my biggest surgery yet (of 11 MAJOR surgeries!), I choose to no longer look at myself… think of myself… …

THINKING of heading to Atlanta this week to do some yoga with @DDPyoga with the man himself @realDDP. Just don’t know that I’m physically where …

Last year was a living hell on Earth. But that’s behind me. I’m now starting over in so many ways. And that’s a good thing. …

My upcoming New York Times Bestseller “Little Big Man” is set to be released soon. Help support me and “LIKE” my new Facebook Fan Page, …

James Frey had a monster, runaway hit with “A Million Little Pieces.”  5 million copies sold.  F!  What I’d give for even a modicum of …

Check out Rick Bassman on Sherdog Radio with Jack Encarnacao and Eric Bischoff! http://www.sherdog.com/radio/SRN-Rewind-Special-Report-Eric-Bischoff-Rick-Bassman-3113

Hey Friends! Help support my November Book release and FOLLOW ME on Twitter! Get great updates and stay in the loop! Your support is much …

Check out Rick Bassman with Dave Meltzer & Bryan Alvarez on Wrestling Observer Radio! http://www.f4wonline.com/component/content/article/30390-mar-22-observer-radio-bryan-alvarez-and-dave-meltzer-talk-to-rick-bassman-about-helping-launch-the-careers-of-sting-warrior-cena-samoa-joe-and-countless-others-triumph-and-tragedy-new-book-on-it-all-so-much-more

Many people – my social media team included, who will end up posting this Blog for me—have “advised” me to watch what I say about …

Greatness, I think, is endeavoring to give your all to another, without design of personal benefit, and achieving an end by which the intended recipient …

This past few weeks has been a whole new level of experience for me in certain areas. 2 major back surgeries and a “minor” one, …

  ENOUGH CAN NOT BE SAID ABOUT THIS MAN, HE IS A SURVIVOR OF STAGE 4 CANCER, HE HAS PRODUCED 100S OF CONCERTS WHICH INCLUDE …

After a few successful shows at Extreme U, I get ambitious.  I cold-call legendary rock and roll impresario Gary Folgner, the owner of equally legendary …

  Huge Show with Special Guest Rick Bassman! May 24th @ 8PM. Who is Rick Bassman? Well he is the man single-handedly broke the ULTIMATE …

  Hi All- I made a commitment –to my Business Partner, to my awesome Social Media Team, to myself, and most of all—to YOU, to …

Still not sure what this Viral-thing is all about. But learning quickly. My very own YouTube Channel –whatever that means—went up today. So, I now …

So, Tito is participating in what looks to become a long-running storyline on TNA.  My thoughts….good? bad? Indifferent? …   …Excellent!   I first brought …

While at UFC 13 in Augusta, I had met and begun to bond with Randy’s manager, the legendary Rico Chiapparelli. Rico’s would be one of …

This photo was shot not long ago, for a short entry in my Book, “Been There, Done That,” called “Scarred (for life?)” In it, I …

November, 1996.  Extreme University, California’ first-ever true Mixed Martial Arts gym, opens its doors on Avery Parkway in Mission Viejo. December, 1996.  I get longtime …

 The First UPW Show The first UPW “show” ever is held at my gym, Extreme University, in Mission Viejo.  The first match EVER wrestled on …

Now that I’m just about done writing Been There, Done That, I feel free to read again, something I’ve badly missed over the past 2+ …

I’m oftentimes “accused” of the following: a.       Having my head in the clouds b.      Not knowing if I’m coming or going c.       Being a dreamer d.      Not giving a …

Hey Everyone! The following is a short excerpt from Chapter 2 of my upcoming Book “Been There, Done That.” The US Festival has inspired me. …

In my Book, “Been There, Done That,” there is a very deep section entitled “THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY of PRO WRESTLING and …

This morning on KNX Radio Los Angeles, I was able to get a few minutes to discuss “Been There Done That” Specifically, we discussed the …

The Worst That Can Happen Can Lead to Your Best. A story about surviving cancer. Just last week, a good friend of mine received word …

In 2000, Triple H was on fire as the hottest babyface in the business and my company, UPW was searing hot as pro wrestling’s leading …

GoGo and Ramone Two Sundays ago, I took Ramone and GoGo back to the VCA Animal Hospital in Big Bear, where we live.  “Back,” because …

My victims include several well know wrestlers like The Ultimate Warrior and Bubba Ray Dudley “Goldberg goes for a ride. Now…WHO’s next?” I like to …

Two pro-wrestling veterans and one movie star/wrestler run into danger, beautiful ladies, and some AK 47’s Kinshasa, the capital of the (far from) Democratic Republic …

I’m home alone in the mountains tonight, working on a very tough section of my book, “Been There, Done That”. I’m on a part where …

Tank Abbott is considered by many, as one of the biggest, uneducated, ill-mannered cretins in the world of Pro Wrestling and Mixed Martial Arts. But …

Working for Disney, a/k/a “That Mouse is one mean motherfuc*er!” After years as a concert promoter/wrestling impresario/God-knows-just-about-everything-under-the-sun, I was recruited for Disney by none other …

I’ve now been to over 40 countries, experiencing practically every high and low known to man.  From the Congo to Ukraine, I like to say I’ve seen and …

The documentary, “The Smashing Machine,” has attained legendary status in the annals of MMA history.   It chronicles the then-far-more-brutal sport we all know and …

So, I’ve been “instructed” to write a blog about Hollywood. I indeed have a treasure chest full of salacious Hollywood stories, so I’m not sure this applies …

Hi All- So, I owe a big explanation and apology to many, and a BIGGER “THANKS!” to all. Ever since things started to get a …

This is a video from GnR’s show in Dehli, the final stop of their India tour which we just produced. I shot this on my …

My Mom Dies Suddenly and Tragically.   Causing my Dad to go to work on the road to pay the bills.  Thereby leaving my Brother and …

 I’m beyond exhausted, running on an average of 3 hours sleep per red-bull infused and scotch-laden nights. But it’s not just lack of rest. It’s …

We’ve caught all the action from GN’Rs SUNDAY EPIC SUNDAY Show! From fans running through the gates to get their spot in 1st row to …

My friend, W Mitchell, suffered third degree burns over 65% of his body. He came back from that to become a multi-millionaire. But not before …

One of the world’s most iconic bands are going to perform live in your city this December.  Guns N’ Roses are widely hailed as the …

Writing about my “plight” with my Publisher and my Agent has brought me such a big, positive response, that I’m truly, sincerely humbled. To all …

I wrote this book over the course of nearly two years, and in no chronological order, whatsoever.  Rarely, would I backtrack and read what I’d …

So, WHEN exactly, IS my book coming out?  I’m asked this question more often each day. (and am truly humbled that people care to ask) …

I’m dead set on living…living hard, living good, living fun, living committed….or I’ll damned-well do my best to die trying.   Contradiction in terms. In …

Author of upcoming bestseller BEEN THERE, DONE THAT. Fighter/Miscreant/ Producer/Dog Lover. Embracing life & all there is to experience. Follow one person  -self-described as short, …

I oftentimes don’t know if I’m coming or I’m going, but I can tell you this…I’m dead set on living…living hard, living good, living fun, …

July 1990 – February 1992 (1 year 8 months) Lake Buena Visa (Orlando), Florida After 13 interviews with Senior Management, I was hired and shown to my office by …

Rick has a wealth of experience and a demonstrable track record of accomplishment across virtually every facet of the Entertainment and Sports Marketplaces. This results in a …

Love.  Damn.  To have it, to own it, there is truly nothing better.  At times, it hurts, I want it so bad.  Badly.  And I …

I’ve been searching for the daughter Of the devil himself I’ve been searching for an angel in white I’ve been waiting for a woman who’s …

I’m a true believer on puttin’ it all on the line, goin’ balls to the walls, letting the chips fall where they may, and all …

The first presidential debate of 2012 took place at the University of Denver and was between Obama and Mitt Romney. But only Romney showed up. …

“ReBirTH Productions is a collaboration with longtime friend Tom Howard. The word “rebirth” in and of itself represents a philosophy that Tom and I individually …

September 17th, we talked with previous guest, Rick Bassman. We caught up with Rick a few days after he returned home from two weeks in …

Ramone (and GoGo) gets attacked. Again! (This time, by 2 coyotes that jumped our fence). And in the (self-proclaimed) daring rescue attempt, guess WHO sustains …

Travel every corner of the globe of one bizarre adventure after another, to the extreme opposite recesses of an often hysterical, often dark and twisted, …

Take the biggest name (non-WWE) Pro Wrestlers in the world, march into countries the “average entertainer” would never entertain visiting…put on A+ level production stadium …

Mooz Entertainment is India’s leading production services Company, with credits ranging from The Commonwealth Games to The IPL, the world’s largest cricket competition. With the …

A seemingly stable life can change, just like….THAT.  Not an excuse for my having not chosen and stuck to something, but… Haven’t made what many …

Rick has a wealth of experience and a demonstrable track record of accomplishment across virtually every facet of the Entertainment and Sports Marketplaces. This results …

My Mom Dies Suddenly and Tragically.   Causing my Dad to go to work on the road to pay the bills.  Thereby leaving my Brother and …

  The American Pit Bull Terriers and bully breeds, such as  Mastiffs and American Staffordshire terriers, are in trouble. I have been working throughout the …

Have you followed me on Twitter yet? Help support my November Book release and FOLLOW ME on Twitter! Get great updates and stay in the loop! Your support …

My upcoming New York Times Bestseller “Been There Done That” is set to be released in November of this year.  Help support me and “LIKE” my new Facebook …

Rick has a wealth of experience and a demonstrable track record of accomplishment across virtually every facet of the Entertainment and Sports Marketplaces. This results …

Most people in the wrestling world know Rick Bassman.  Many don’t like him, but I know he doesn’t care.  I don’t care either, as he’s …

Stay up to date on all of the excitement of my November release of  “Been There Done That” my upcoming New York Times Bestseller! Don’t forget to Follow me …

In my upcoming book, “Been There, Done That,” I have a looong section called “THE GOOD, THE BAD & THE UGLY OF PRO WRESTLING AND …

I can tell you this much; it was supposed to be a theme. But now it’s just a mess. Oh, hell. I remember saying I …

First, I want to thank you all for taking the time to submit your entries.  So many of you sent so many great lists, that …

I oftentimes don’t know if I’m coming or I’m going, but I can tell you this…I’m dead set on living…living hard, living good, living fun, …

For the past seven months, I’ve been consulting (euphemism for working-my-ass-off!) for MOOZ Entertainment, an exceptionally strong, exceptionally forward-thinking powerhouse out of India.  This coming …

I want to thank all of my fans for supporting me and the November release of my upcoming New York Times Bestseller “Been There Done That”  Also, to the …

Rick Bassman Tonight: The author of “Been there, Done that”, openly and honestly talks about his life as an author, fighter, loser, addict, adventurer, producer …

I’m recently back from Maui. I spent some great, quality time with family and friends and LOTS of time by myself. Loved it all. Here …

   Its not often I speak about my past. Many people know I am very closed lipped. Those I consider close friends are few and …

Chapter 1 / Life 1:  My Mom Dies Suddenly and Tragically.   Causing my Dad to go to work on the road to pay the bills.  …

Driving up the mountain today to my home in Big Bear, right before I lost radio reception, on comes “Kung Fu Fighting.” Abso-fuckin-lutley, one of …

The Maharasha’s Bangalore home. This is on Palace Grounds, where we will be presenting Korn this September. I don’t know if I’m coming or I’m going. In …

Driving up the mountain today to my home in Big Bear, right before I lost radio reception, on comes “Kung Fu Fighting.” Abso-fuckin-lutley, one of …

Tonight, I’m feeling reckless. Dangerous. And that’s, generally speaking, NOT GOOD. For me. And many times, for those whose paths I cross. It’s 10:12 pm …

I hope YOU have many. I have HUNDREDS, literally. Tonight, Monday, a quiet Summer night in the San Fernando Valley. “Stranded” at the Universal Sheraton …

Hey Friends! Help support my November Book release and FOLLOW ME on Twitter! Get great updates and stay in the loop! Your support is much appreciated!

Driving up the mountain today to my home in Big Bear, right before I lost radio reception, on comes “Kung Fu Fighting.” Abso-fuckin-lutley, one of …

It’s outrageous.  It’s hilarious.  It’s edgy, it’s biting.  It’s provocative and political, unusual and astounding.  It’s the one and only OUTLAW RADIO! Outlaw Radio is …

Rick Bassman Videos on YouTube! I just started uploading videos to YouTube. You should check them out and tell me what you think. Post your comments, …

My upcoming New York Times Bestseller “Been There Done That” is set to be released in November of this year.  Help support me and “LIKE” …

James Frey had a monster, runaway hit with “A Million Little Pieces.”  5 million copies sold.  F!  What I’d give for even a modicum of …

My Philosophy (for what it’s worth) DOUBT and Limitations Limitations. Realization?  I’ve been allowing self-imposed “limitations” to hold me down.  For far too long now. …

  ENOUGH CAN NOT BE SAID ABOUT THIS MAN, HE IS A SURVIVOR OF STAGE 4 CANCER, HE HAS PRODUCED 100S OF CONCERTS WHICH INCLUDE …

Hey Friends! Help support my November Book release and FOLLOW ME on Twitter! Get great updates and stay in the loop! Your support is much …

Many people – my social media team included, who will end up posting this Blog for me—have “advised” me to watch what I say about …

  Huge Show with Special Guest Rick Bassman! May 24th @ 8PM. Who is Rick Bassman? Well he is the man single-handedly broke the ULTIMATE …

Now that I’m just about done writing Been There, Done That, I feel free to read again, something I’ve badly missed over the past 2+ …

Still not sure what this Viral-thing is all about. But learning quickly. My very own YouTube Channel –whatever that means—went up today. So, I now …

On set with Tank and Red at Cartoon Network’s/Adult Swim’s Black Dynamite Shoot. It’s beautiful almost-beyond-belief here in Big Bear today. Crystal blue skies, bright …

We’ve seen our share of ups and downs Oh how quickly life can turn around In an instant – Creed, “My Sacrifice” I could be …

I’m sitting in a bar in downtown Toronto on a cold, gray afternoon, Dell Inspiron laptop propped up on the concrete slab bar.  The moisture …