The following are highlights of a new Between The Ropes interview with Jim Ross:

Following up on a recent question asked to him on Twitter if he would be open to broadcasting for TNA Wrestling and him saying 'never say never': "Well, it's kind of far-fetched it the sense that A) those discussions aren't happening. I don't have any desire to get back into the weekly grind of pro wrestling. Or the weekly grind of anything other than this podcast is weekly. I could do it from home if I wanted to. But I enjoy doing it at the radio station and I enjoy having a destination, to go to work, prepare. I enjoy it. I think when you're an independent contract as I am, and you're a freelance talent as I am, by in-large, you don't want to say 'I'm never doing that' because someone can come along and make you an offer that is really better than you dreamer you would ever get. It's not likely at all. I'm not looking at that direction but I don't think it's very smart to say I'll never do that. It would take an extraordinary deal because I don't know why I would be excited about replacing one of two guys that I like. You don't get that many friends in the wrestling business that stick with you through thick and thin. You get a lot fewer calls when you can't help somebody or can't do something for them. And I don't know if I would feel comfortable about of upsetting the team of Mike (Tenay) and Taz. As I sit here, I don't feel right about that."

On possibly working with CM Punk on broadcasts: "I'm not saying I'll never do wrestling again. I did my podcast this week and said you know, crazy idea what if CM Punk and I joined forces and made a broadcast team and did an internet pay-per-view for a New Japan show. Something completely off the tracks. An not do it in a studio but go to Tokyo or go wherever the event was held. Be there as the English speaking crew. We might be the version of the Spanish announce table. And I just threw that out there and know I've got all kinds of people 'oh, when are you and CM Punk. when did you talk to Phil'. Well, I haven't talked to Phil. I made it clear on the podcast this is fantasy booking. I said this will get people talking. Well, here's a good one for you. This will get people talking. Watch how this works. And then I laid it out: New Japan is doing these pay-per-views and they want to air them in the States. They're inexpensive and all this good stuff. CM Punk is going to be available to do some stuff one of these days. And I'd love to work with him as the analyst of a pro wrestling match or a MMA fight."

If he thinks he'll be broadcasting MMA in the near future: "I don't have any idea. I've thrown it out there. That's what you have agents. I got two of them. They're both talking different deals so I don't know. I'm interested the door is open so we'll see who walks through if anybody."

On him starting work on his book: "Just this week, we're starting to do some serious work on my autobiography. And I'm doing it differently than people would say is probably customary. I don't have a book deal. I turned down book deals from a lot of places. I decided I want to write the book I believe to be true and honest, entertaining, eye-opening and more than just wrestling headlocks and screwjobs and stuff like that. So, I'm going to write the book. I've got a writing partner and we're going to write the book the way that we want it. We're figured up an ending place which right now is probably going to be when I came back from my second bout of Bell's Palsy to call the first Rock - Austin WrestleMania main event. I'm thinking that would be the end. That would give us cause to write a second book that would bring in the Attitude Era, the Monday Night Wars, my role in the WWE and the corporate side and then having that third bout of Bell's Palsy and then kind of getting futured and moving off Raw and moved to Smackdown. I think it give us plenty of material for the second book."

Check out the complete interview at BetweenTheRopes.com.

Part 2 of Jim Ross' Ross Report interview with wrestling legend Kurt Angle is now online atPodcastOne.com. This week, Angle spoke extensively about his desire to return to WWE.

Angle said he's absolutely interested in a possible WWE return. He's currently in a tough spot, because he wants job security and TNA has treated him very well so far. Due to his TNA contract, he's unable to approach WWE about returning. He can't speak to Vince, Stephanie or Triple H. If he waits out his contract and then approaches WWE, he runs the risk of them not He's always said he wants to finish his career with WWE. At the same time, the past year has been a roller coaster ride for him.

He has a great relationship with Dixie Carter, who has always treated him right. However, there have been times over the past year he's wanted out, even though things are getting better lately. He wants to help TNA, but he also wants to see what WWE has to say.

Jim Ross said he met the Carter family once and he's never met nicer people than Bob and Janice Carter. Angle agreed they are wonderful, supportive people and said Bob and Janice are now a lot more hands-on with TNA.

JR asked Angle if WWE's Wellness program and medical testing would be an issue for him. Angle said no, not at this point. A year ago, yes. He was on a lot of pain killers, Xanax and was abusing alcohol. He got himself in a lot of trouble and it was time to get clean. He's been sober for almost 11 months and is much happier, clear minded and is now listening to his body. He's heard rumors that "he can't pass a physical" but that would be no problem at all. His neck is fine, he'll bounce back from his recent knee surgery. He'll be just fine and can pass any physical.

If he does go to WWE, Angle said it's about proving himself. He believes Vince, Stephanie, and Triple H will want to see that he's cleaned his life up. He left on "bittersweet" terms and was reckless during his last WWE run. He was taking painkillers and "other stuff." At the time, he blamed Vince McMahon for not trusting him to be the face of WWE. Now that he's clean and sober, he knows that he's the one that messed up a real good thing. If he does go back, he'll have to make amends with Vince so they can move forward.

Angle said he loves WWE's strict drug testing, which he thinks is great for everybody. He's part of WWE's rehab program, goes to AA meetings several times a week and is staying true to his recovery.

JR added that if Angle commits himself to recovery the way that he did with wrestling, he'll be just fine.

Angle admitted that he was a failure as a father and a husband when he was using. He didn't care about anything except pills, alcohol and wrestling. After Angle's multiple DUI arrests, JR feared that Angle would be the next guy to have a "bad ending."

If he returns to WWE, there's a lot of great talent Angle wants to work with. He didn't watch for a few years and didn't think they had a great roster, but now he sees that they do . If there's one person in WWE he could work with, it would be Daniel Bryan. If CM Punk ever returns, he thinks they could have great matches as well. He named Roman Reigns, Cesaro, Rusev and Brock Lesnar as guys he'd also like to work with. He talked about always wanting to wrestle The Undertaker at WrestleMania, but realizes that ship has sailed. WWE has a lot of guys he can help out and teach. He now watches WWE & TNA television every week and still loves the business.

They both put over AJ Styles as a tremendous talent and JR said WWE missed the boat with him.

Angle was asked about Brock Lesnar ending The Undertaker's streak. Angle was very surprised by the ending, but said Brock Lesnar was the right guy to do it.

JR asked Angle if he can relate to CM Punk leaving WWE. Angle said he has to respect Punk's decision, but he shouldn't burn that bridge. There's going to come a time when CM Punk could be a part time guy like The Rock who wrestles for big paydays and Punk should consider that opportunity if it arises.

The following are highlights from the latest Jim Ross blog:

On WWE's depth issues: "WWE's depth issues are easily identified when so many top, top stars are seen on the show in front of the live audience multiple times. We live in unique times as it relates to being not only a wrestling fan but a talent as well. Never in my recollection has the landscape been more conducive for someone to break though and soar to the top of a card than now. That speaks to the overall depth issues within the business in general. Secondly, it's never been more challenging to be in the biz as there are simply too few places that one can work full time and earn a good living. It's the old, double edge sword conundrum as in damn if you do and damn if you don't."

On the dynamic between John Cena and Roman Reigns on RAW: "I enjoyed the Cena-Reigns dynamic throughout the broadcast as both men walked a fine line but one can easily see that a personal issue could develop between the two quite easily although I somewhat doubt that it would be a long term one considering that WWE needs both men to be fan favorites. Nonetheless they have noticeable chemistry together which interests me."

On Dean Ambrose: "Dean Ambrose took a fine, restaurant quality ass whipping early in the show. Heroes who don't quit and show no fear while selling thoroughly usually get themselves over. Ambrose is."

On CM Punk commercials during RAW: "The CM Punk promotional material for the WWE Network is a good way to create interest and sell subscriptions for the Network and I don't think it means any thing more than that which is merely my speculation and not based on any 'inside' knowledge."

On the Sting/WWE 2K15 commercial: "Great video done by 2K Sports to promote @Sting as a player on their upcoming, WWE video game. Sting will be available if one pre orders the game as I understand it. Does this mean that Sting will be wrestling in WWE? It's not a lock whatsoever and I'd suggest it is a long shot but things can always change. I'd love to see Sting have a WrestleMania moment in his career but I'll admit that I'm biased.

"Sting will be a guest on my podcast on July 29 of which we've already taped and it's a great conversation."

Check out the complete blog at JRsBarBQ.com.

Boxing legend-turned promoter Oscar De La Hoya recently praised the efforts of Jim Ross for his debut as a boxing announcer for the Golden Boy Promotions event on Labor Day. He also spoke about the possibility of JR calling more fights in the future.

"Yes, he will be calling more fights," said De La Hoya. "He was great, actually, in his first time around. That's thinking outside the box and that's what FOX brings to the table," continued De La Hoya. "And that's what Golden Boy brings to the table, really just pleasing fans."

Following WWE’s decision to release 11 members of its talent, WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross took to his blog on JRsBarBq.com to comment on the matter.

"Ross may very well be no stranger to being released by WWE. While he “retired” from the company on September 11, 2013, it is highly speculated that Ross was actually fired. In fact, in January of 2014, Ross confirmed that he was released by WWE due to his role in a “WWE 2K14″ panel ,which was out of control to say the least."

Below are Ross’ words on WWE releasing a slew of talent on Thursday, June 12:

Days like these are exactly the reason that I have stressed, and often times been criticized, for preaching that all wrestling personnel have a viable plan B. It’s not fair to one’s family to not have a plan B especially in the volatile world of pro wrestling, pro sports and entertainment, in general.

The demise of the territories rears it’s ugly and much missed head again on days such as this.

For the young talents that are now non WWE talents, your dreams can still come true if that’s the path with which you choose to commit. One thing is for sure….if one turns in their jersey then the game is over…your time has run out…and it’s time to explore other options that hopefully are more structured and less volatile. In other words, don’t quit if being in the business still resonates in your heart. By no means should any one cease attempting to live their dreams simply because they are no longer working in WWE or any other company for that matter.”

Be sure to read Ross’ entire post, here. Ross also talks about his recent podcast with “The Million Dollar Man” Ted Dibiase, in addition to a possible project with “Stone Cold” Steve Austin in the future.

The following are highlights from the latest blog by WWE Hall Of Famer Jim Ross:

On today's WWE talent cuts: "Unfortunate news coming out of WWE today regarding many talents being released. This was always the hardest part of my old job back in the day in WWE but it unfortunately comes with the territory. My theory was to make it as quick and painless for the talents that were being released as possible. One has to remember that this not only affects the individual but their families, friends and fans as well. I'm sure that many of those released will stay busy on the indy circuit, autograph functions, etc if they choose to travel that road. Hopefully, WWE is going to make it as easy as possible for these released talents to quickly and seamlessly move on to other opportunities that may be available now but might not be in a few weeks."

On his appearance on Steve Austin's podcast: "I'm doing a guest shot on today's @steveaustinBSR show on podcastone.com and Steve and talk many things wresting and non-wrestling including the heel manager genius that was Gary Hart. The 'Playboy' was an evil genius to say the least who embraced legit heat where many of his peers back in the day and certainly many more today would crawl naked through broken glass to avoid. Steve and I also talked about teaming up on some shows together that would feature VIP meet and greets and a Slobber Knocker, Stone Cold Stunner of Q&A's. This is going to happen but likely not until 2015. Steve's got plenty of projects pending and I'm not working on the weekends during @Oklahoma_Football season."

Check out the complete blog at JRsBarBQ.com. You can also order JR's Bar-B-Q products online at WWEShop.com.

- The latest edition of Chris Jericho's "Talk Is Jericho" podcast, which features an exclusive interview with TNA star MVP, is now available. The official description for the show reads as follows:

TIJ - EP46 - TNA Impact's MVP

"Will MVP take part in TNA's "Slammiversary" PPV event this Sunday? He updates Chris on his knee injury! He's also talking about his time with NJPW and why he left, how he ended up at TNA, what he thinks about WWE, and how he survived 9 years in prison. Plus, he shares his favorite thing to say in Japanese."

You can download the show right now at PodcastOne.com.

- The latest edition of Jim Ross' "Ross Report" podcast, which features an exclusive interview with WWE Hall Of Famer "The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase, is now available. The official description for that show reads as follows:

TRR - Ep17 - "Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase

""The Million Dollar Man" Ted DiBiase chronicles his life in the squared circle with JR - from his early days in the mid-South territory to his days as the most hated wrestler in the biz! Hear stories about Stan Hansen, Bill Watts, Jim Barnett, Vince McMahon Sr & Jr, Eric Bischoff, Hulk Hogan, and Ole Anderson."

WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross has updated his blog, which you can read in its entirety at JRsBarBQ.com. Here are some highlights of what JR said about:

WWE’s Stock: “Seems like many members of the IWC have become stock analysts. Where were you when I was evaluating my portfolio? I am NOT a stock analyst but I do honestly feel that WWE stock will eventually, and that’s sooner than later, be a solid, long term investment for those who partake in the market. ”

15-Year Anniversary Of Owen Hart’s Death: “Hard to believe that it’s been 15 years since the most impactful day of my career occurred when Owen Hart fell to his death at the Over the Edge PPV WWE produced in Kansas City. There isn’t a day that seemingly goes by that I don’t think about Owen and that tragic accident in some way. I will never be able to write an autobiography without talking about that night and I dread going back and watching it to be able to better write about it. I have yet to see a single second of footage from that event to this very day. Hopefully, Owen will take his rightful place in the WWE Hall of Fame some day and I can only hope that I am around to see it happen.”

15-Year Anniversary Of Owen HCM Punk’s Legacy “I was asked today by the Chicago Tribune if @CMPunk deserved to be in the top 25 of the all time great wrestlers. I said that all these “All Time Top” whatever lists are overly subjective but my list would be the talents who I would want in my company if I owned a wrestling organization. By the way, that will never, EVER, happen. Nonetheless, I’d absolutely want Punk on my team so therefore under my criteria he’s a top 25 guy. He’s too versatile, too skilled, an excellent hero or villain, can talk, has a great work ethic and is one of the smarter minds I’ve been around. I was also asked if CM Punk abruptly leaving WWE would adversely affect his legacy. My answer, a simple “Hell, no.”art’s Death: “Hard to believe that it’s been 15 years since the most impactful day of my career occurred when Owen Hart fell to his death at the Over the Edge PPV WWE produced in Kansas City. There isn’t a day that seemingly goes by that I don’t think about Owen and that tragic accident in some way. I will never be able to write an autobiography without talking about that night and I dread going back and watching it to be able to better write about it. I have yet to see a single second of footage from that event to this very day. Hopefully, Owen will take his rightful place in the WWE Hall of Fame some day and I can only hope that I am around to see it happen.”