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Around the Ring is a weekly professional wrestling podcast hosted by Floyd Johnson. Johnson, a lifelong fan of Professional Wrestling. was born into a family of wrestling fans. His very first memory is May 6th, 1984 when Kerry Von Erich defeated Ric Flair for NWA Heavyweight Title. He has followed…

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    • May 31, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 1h 50m AVG DURATION
    • 368 EPISODES

    5 from 25 ratings Listeners of Around The Ring that love the show mention: floyd, wrestling fan, give it a listen, great show, guys.


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    The Around The Ring podcast is a must-listen for any wrestling fan out there. If you haven't heard this podcast yet, you have been missing out on some top-notch entertainment and insightful discussions about the world of wrestling. Hosted by Floyd and his friends, this podcast offers a refreshing perspective on all major shows across different promotions.

    One of the best aspects of The Around The Ring podcast is the sheer entertainment value it provides to its listeners. Floyd and his friends have an infectious energy that keeps you engaged throughout each episode. Their passion for wrestling shines through in their discussions, and they deliver their viewpoints in a fun and engaging manner. You can tell that these guys truly love what they do, and it translates into an enjoyable listening experience.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is its coverage of all major shows, regardless of promotion. Whether it's WWE, AEW, or any other promotion, you can expect to hear comprehensive reviews and analysis from The Around The Ring podcast. This breadth of coverage ensures that no fan feels left out and allows for a well-rounded discussion about the current state of professional wrestling.

    While there are many positive aspects to The Around The Ring podcast, one potential drawback is that it may not cater to everyone's taste. Although Floyd and his friends aim to provide honest opinions, some listeners may find that they don't always agree with their views. However, this can also be seen as a positive aspect as the hosts are not afraid to express their true feelings rather than saying what people want to hear.

    In conclusion, The Around The Ring podcast is an amazing wrestling fan podcast that should not be missed. Floyd and his friends bring a unique perspective to the world of wrestling podcasts with their entertaining discussions and honest viewpoints. Whether you are a die-hard fan or just starting out, this podcast has something for everyone. Give it a listen today!



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    ATR 285: AEW Double or Nothing Review

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2024 54:44


    On this episode, Dave Brown and Steve Long talk about the AEW Double or Nothing PPV and discuss bits and pieces of the May 29th episode of Dynamite.

    ATR 284: AEW Dynasty Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 62:01


    Around the Ring returns!On this episode, original ATR hosts Dave Brown and Steve Long review AEW Dynasty 2024.Listen to Dave's podcast One Band 5 Songs at https://bit.ly/3W4mMdQ Listen to Steve's podcast Rebel Rock Radio at https://bio.link/rebelrockradio 

    ATR 283: Wrestlemania Weekend Part Two!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 101:17


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about the week in AEW plus recap some of the events that happened over the weekend including GCW Bloodsport, Mark Hitchcock Memorial Supershow, AAA Invades Wrestlecon, NJPW Lonestar Shootout, and Impact Multiverse of Matches, and ROH Supercard of Honor.

    ATR 282: Wrestlemania Weekend...Minus the Wrestlemania

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 75:54


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about the events happening this weekend outside of Wrestlemania including:Ring of Honor SupercardImpact Wrestling's Multiverse of MatchesAAA Invades WrestleconNew Japan Lonestar Shootout & more

    ATR 281: Scott Hall, Impact, and Hardy Boyz Reunite

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 84:29


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about the week in wrestling including…Jeff Hardy AppearanceWilliam Regal PromoTony Khan's Purchase of ROHImpact SacrificeAEW RevolutionThe Loss of Scott Hall/Razor Ramon

    ATR 280: AEW is Limitless!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2022 82:32


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about the week in wrestling including New Japan, Impact Wrestling, Warrior Wrestling, and All Elite Wrestling. They chat about the appearance of Jay White, the bloodiest AEW match ever, the return of Roppongi Vice, and, of course, the debut of “Limitless” Keith Lee. They also discuss their favorite championship belts.Follow us on Twitter: @AroundTheRingOK, @otter272, @juicefacekillahEmail us at aroundtheringok@gmail.comLike us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AroundtheRingOKAround The Ring is part of the Red 5 Network. Follow Red 5 on Twitter: @Red5Network

    ATR 279: CM Punk vs MJF, MLW Azteca, and Some Impact Wrestling Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 92:33


    This week, Justin and Steve cover AEW and MLW Azteca, and some headlines from the week in professional wrestling. They chat about the long awaited MJF vs CM Punk match on AEW Dynamite, Bryan Danielson's Ring of Honor Hall of Fame induction announcement, and gave their thoughts about the Impact Wrestling promotion.

    ATR 278: AEW This week, Justin and Steve talk about the Ring of Honor Hall of Fame announcement, the AEW BeBeach Break and the Royal Fumble

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2022 109:41


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about the Ring of Honor Hall of Fame announcement, the AEW Beach Break events, and the WWE Royal Rumble PPV. They also answers some questions from their Twitter followers and listed their top 5 favorite current champions.

    ATR 277: GCW The Wrld, Independent Wrestling and Future Stars

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2022 98:07


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about some news in the week of wrestling, this week's AEW events, GCW's The Wrld Pay-Per-View, and the state of independent wrestling. They also did some fantasy Royal Rumble bookings and listed their top 5 future stars of wrestling.

    ATR 276: AEW, Terminus and Wish List for Wrestling Gold

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 109:15


    This week, Justin and Steve are joined by Around the Ring's co-founder Dave Brown. On this episode they talk about the week in wrestling news, what happened this week with AEW, and the Terminus PPV. They also talk about 5 wrestlers that they would like to see win a title in 2022.

    ATR 275: Wrestle Kingdom 16, Favorite 2021 Matches, and More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 132:32


    This week, Justin and Steve talked about Wrestle Kingdom 16, Impact's Hard to Kill PPV, and the week in #AEW. They also talk about their favorite matches from 2021.

    ATR 274: Winter Is Coming and Wrestle Kingdom 16 Preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2021 94:37


    This week, Justin and Steve discuss the Winter is Coming edition of AEW Dynamite and Rampage. They also chat about the Wrestle Kingdom 16 card and the best tag teams of 2021.

    ATR 273: ROH Final Battle 2021 - End of an Era

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2021 134:08


    This week, Justin and Steve cover Ring of Honor Final Battle, AEW Dynamite and AEW Rampage. They also discuss their top female wrestlers of 2021.

    ATR 272: AAA TripleMania Regia 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2021 83:44


    This week, Justin and Steve review the AAA TripleMania Regia PPV. They also cover some matches from AEW Dynamite and Rampage and discussed their top 5 wrestlers of 2021.

    ATR 271 Top 5 Dream Matches

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 93:01


    This week, Justin and Steve cover some New Japan, AEW and discuss our top 5 dream matches.

    ATR 270: Full Gear 2021 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2021 142:19


    Justin and Steve discuss the matches from AEW's Full Gear Pay Per View and discuss their favorite factions in professional wrestling.

    ATR 269: WWE Releases, Power Struggle, and Favorite Entrance Themes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 106:18


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about NJPW Power Struggle, WWE releasing some of their talent, and some matches from AEW Dynamite and Rampage. They also discuss their favorite current wrestlers entrance themes. Follow Around the Ring on Twitter at www.twitter.com/AroundTheRingOKAround The Ring is part of the Red 5 Network of podcasts. For more Red 5 podcasts, visit www.red5network.com.

    ATR 268: ROH RIP?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2021 92:28


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about the seemingly impending demise of Ring of Honor. They also discuss some matches from AEW, some upcoming NJPW events and reveal their top 5 favorite (active) heels.

    ATR 267: Odd and Ends - G1 Climax Finals and AEW

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 105:14


    This week, Justin and Steve talk about the results of Bound for Glory and the NJPW G1 Climax tournament. They also discuss some of the matches from this week's AEW Rampage and Dynamite.The top 5 for this week was 5 wrestlers that they'd like to see in a future G1 Climax.

    ATR 266: AEW 2 Year Anniversary Recap and More!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 109:53


    This week, Justin and Steve review the AEW Dynamite 2 Year Anniversary show. They also talk about MLW Fusion Alpha, New Japan Pro Wrestling, and AEW Rampage. This week's top 5 list was 5 WWE women we would like to see in AEW.

    ATR 265: All Hail the King and G1 Climax UpdatesThis week, Justin and Steve talked about highlights from the PWX All Hail the King events, A

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 84:39


    This week, Justin and Steve talked about highlights from the PWX All Hail the King events, AEW, and some G1 Climax updates. They also discuss their top 5 WWE male wrestlers that they'd like to see sign to AEW.Please excuse the minor technical difficulties that occurred early on in the show.

    ATR 264: AEW Grand Slam Recap & Top 5 Tag Teams

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 89:17


    This week, Justin and Steve discuss the AEW Grand Slam matches from Dynamite and Rampage. They also talk about the Owen Hart tournament and the rumored TBS Women's Championship. This week's top 5 list was our favorite active tag teams.

    ATR Episode 263: Death Before Dishonor, Victory Road, G1, AEW and Top 5 Female Wrestlers

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 81:29


    This week Justin and Steve discuss some of the matches from Ring of Honor's Death Before Dishonor PPV, Impact Wrestling's Victory Road, and Day 1 of New Japan's G1, They also discuss highlights from the week in All Elite Wrestling including Dark and Dark Elevation, Dynamite, and Rampage. This week's top 5 was their favorite active female wrestlers.

    ATR Season 4 Episode 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 76:27


    This week, Justin and Steve discuss news and highlights from the week in wrestling including what went on with AEW Dark, Dynamite, and Rampage and some New Japan stuff. They also discuss their top 5 favorite active male wrestlers.

    AEW All Out 2021 Recap Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 73:49


    This week, Justin and Steve have a match by match discussion of AEW's All Out Pay Per View and talk about the ramifications of the events that transpired.

    Around the Ring Season 4 Episode 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2021 59:31


    Welcome back to Around the Ring. The new season is a reboot of sorts with a new (sort of) host team and a new format. This week, we talk about some news from the week of wrestling, the announced lineup for AEW's All Out PPV and some highlights from the week.

    Around The Ring with J.R and Floyd: Royal Rumble Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2021 134:46


    On this episode of the show J.R. and his tag team partner Floyd discuss their top 5 Royal Rumble matches in history. We also go off on many tangents and have a really fun show. I have to say this is one of the best episodes we have recorded. Enjoy!

    Around The Ring with J.R and Floyd Episode 25: Top 5 things 11/23-12/6/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2020 80:28


    On this episode of the show JR and Floyd and back from a 2 week hiatus to discuss the top 5 things they loved in the world of Pro Wrestling from the dates of Monday November 23rd to Sunday December 6th 2020

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 24: Top 5 things 11/15-11/22/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2020 79:43


    Happy Thanksgiving from Floyd and JR. On this episode of the show we look back at the previous week in Pro Wrestling and let you know the things that brought us the most joy. We also tell you the thing we are most thankful for in the world of pro wrestling.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode: Undertaker Edition

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2020 96:11


    On this super special episode of the show Floyd and JR celebrate the 30 year career of "The Phenom" The Undertaker by celebrating our top 5 moments that brought us joy from his illustrious and groundbreaking career. We hope you enjoy the show.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 23: Top 5 things 11/8-11/14/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2020 56:04


    On this episode of the show JR Perez and Floyd Johnson take a look at the moments that brought them joy from the week of Sunday 11/8/20 to Saturday 11/14/20. Some of the things will both shock and amaze you. Enjoy the show!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 22: Top 5 things 10/25-11/7/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 75:44


    On this episode of the show Floyd and JR are back from a short hiatus to discuss the last 2 weeks of Pro Wrestling with extra special attention paid to AEW's latest PPV Full Gear featuring Floyd's Dream Match FTR vs The Young Bucks. Enjoy!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 21: Top 5 things 10/18-10/24/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 75:04


    Join JR Perez and Floyd Johnson as they discuss the 5 things in Pro Wrestling that brought them joy from the week of 10/18-10/24/20 from companies such as WWE, NJPW, AEW, and the Indies. We hope you enjoy the show!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 21: Top 5 things 10/18-10/24/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2020 75:04


    Join JR Perez and Floyd Johnson as they discuss the 5 things in Pro Wrestling that brought them joy from the week of 10/18-10/24/20 from companies such as WWE, NJPW, AEW, and the Indies. We hope you enjoy the show!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 20: Top 5 things 10/11-10/17/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 64:54


    On this Big 20th episode of the show Floyd is joined by his partner and celebrating LA Dodgers fan JR Perez as we talk about all the matches, promos, and moments that brought us joy from the last week of Pro Wrestling.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 20: Top 5 things 10/11-10/17/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2020 64:54


    On this Big 20th episode of the show Floyd is joined by his partner and celebrating LA Dodgers fan JR Perez as we talk about all the matches, promos, and moments that brought us joy from the last week of Pro Wrestling.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 19: Top 5 things 10/5-10/11/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 62:32


    Floyd and JR are back with a new episode of the show to look back on the week of Pro Wrestling and give you their top 5 things that brought them joy. With tons of wrestling going on you will hear a variety of moments from different shows. Enjoy!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 19: Top 5 things 10/5-10/11/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2020 62:32


    Floyd and JR are back with a new episode of the show to look back on the week of Pro Wrestling and give you their top 5 things that brought them joy. With tons of wrestling going on you will hear a variety of moments from different shows. Enjoy!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 18: Top 5 things 9/27-10/4/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 54:02


    Join JR and Floyd for another joyful episode of the show. This week we discuss our top 5 things from the world of wrestling from Sunday September 27th to Saturday October 4th 2020. We also announce a special giveaway for this Weekend's Collective events 10/9-10/11/20. Enjoy the show

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 18: Top 5 things 9/27-10/4/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2020 54:02


    Join JR and Floyd for another joyful episode of the show. This week we discuss our top 5 things from the world of wrestling from Sunday September 27th to Saturday October 4th 2020. We also announce a special giveaway for this Weekend's Collective events 10/9-10/11/20. Enjoy the show

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 17: Top 5 things 9/20-9/26/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 61:04


    On this episode of the show JR and Floyd rifle through the ton of Pro Wrestling going on during this time of year to give our Top 5 moments from the week of Sunday September 20th to Saturday September 26th 2020. Please take the journey with us and let us know your thoughts.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 17: Top 5 things 9/20-9/26/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 61:04


    On this episode of the show JR and Floyd rifle through the ton of Pro Wrestling going on during this time of year to give our Top 5 moments from the week of Sunday September 20th to Saturday September 26th 2020. Please take the journey with us and let us know your thoughts.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 16: Top 5 things 9/13-9/19/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 59:33


    Join Floyd and JR and we gleefully discuss the Top 5 things that brought us joy this week in wrestling. With the WWE's 3 weekly produced shows, AEW, and the G1 starting from New Japan be prepared to hear a little bit of everything. Enjoy the show.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 16: Top 5 things 9/13-9/19/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2020 59:33


    Join Floyd and JR and we gleefully discuss the Top 5 things that brought us joy this week in wrestling. With the WWE's 3 weekly produced shows, AEW, and the G1 starting from New Japan be prepared to hear a little bit of everything. Enjoy the show.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 15: Top 5 things 9/6-9/12/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 61:39


    Join JR Perez and Floyd Johnson as they discuss the 5 things in Pro Wrestling that brought them joy the week of 9/6-9/12/20 from companies such as WWE, NJPW, AEW, and the Indies. We hope you enjoy the show!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 15: Top 5 things 9/6-9/12/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2020 61:39


    Join JR Perez and Floyd Johnson as they discuss the 5 things in Pro Wrestling that brought them joy the week of 9/6-9/12/20 from companies such as WWE, NJPW, AEW, and the Indies. We hope you enjoy the show!

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 14: Top 5 things 8/30-9/5/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 85:39


    Join JR and Floyd this week as they talk about the things in the world of Pro Wrestling that brought them joy during the week of 8/30-9/5/20. Some of these things included will come from Floyd's trip to Jacksonville for All Out and highlights from your other favorite companies.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 14: Top 5 things 8/30-9/5/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2020 85:39


    Join JR and Floyd this week as they talk about the things in the world of Pro Wrestling that brought them joy during the week of 8/30-9/5/20. Some of these things included will come from Floyd's trip to Jacksonville for All Out and highlights from your other favorite companies.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 13: Top 5 things 8/23-8/29/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 84:59


    Join hosts JR Perez and Floyd Johnson this week as they discuss Floyd's first live wrestling show since February. As usual they go through their top 5 moments from the week of August 23rd through the 29th 2020. In a special addition to the show they discuss the impact of late actor Chadwick Boseman.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 13: Top 5 things 8/23-8/29/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2020 84:59


    Join hosts JR Perez and Floyd Johnson this week as they discuss Floyd's first live wrestling show since February. As usual they go through their top 5 moments from the week of August 23rd through the 29th 2020. In a special addition to the show they discuss the impact of late actor Chadwick Boseman.

    Around The Ring on WrestleJoy Episode 12: Top 5 things 8/16-8/22/20

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2020 72:20


    On this episode of the show Floyd and JR celebrate the previous week of pro wrestling by going over their top 5 things that brought them joy. The dates of this show are from Sunday 8/16/20 to Saturday 8/22/20. Enjoy the show

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