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Hosted by blogger and podcaster Earnest ‘EJ' Christian, the Earnestly Speaking Podcast is a show founded on free flowing conversation with various writers, personalities and (sometimes) family and friends around the world of sports, pop culture, politics and any thing in the name of interesting.

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    When Will The Bubble Burst? | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 80:27 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius discuss the recent WWE Media deals, review WWE UNREAL, preview and predict Clash In Paris, the possibility of Chris Jericho returning to WWE, and Goldberg frustration with his last match.

    Ranking The 32 Quarterbacks Entering The 2025 Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 46:04 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian, Zack ‘The Degenerate', and Kris Krizmanic debate and rank all 32 proposed starting quarterbacks in the NFL entering the 2025 regular season.

    I Really Need A Vacation

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 24:13 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses his upcoming vacation, a podcast update, returning to playing fantasy football, feeling encouraged about the 2025 New York Giants, the end of MSNBC, and Hurricane Andrew 33 years later.

    Jordan Buscarini

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 36:34 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian is joined by sports radio host and friend Jordan Buscarini to discuss their epic serendipitous encounter in meeting each other for the first time at Disney World earlier this month, Disney experiences, Luka Doncic, the LA Rams, and possible realignment in Major League Baseball. Jordan Buscarini is the host of Drive Time Sports on Castle Country Radio in Price, Utah.

    Saturday Night's Main Event 7.28.90 | THE WRESTLING RETROSPECTIVE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 82:15 Transcription Available


    On this episode of The Wrestling Retrospective, Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius open the show to discuss WWE's recent media deal with ESPN which will take effect next month before running commentary on Saturday Night's Main Event from July 28th, 1990 from the Omaha Civic Auditorium in Omaha, Nebraska.

    The 1990 Great American Bash | THE WRESTLING RETROSPECTIVE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2025 79:46 Transcription Available


    On this episode of The Wrestling Retrospective, Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and all 3 members of the Mindless Wrestling Podcast of Rob The Genius, DJ Minter, and Jason Howe provide commentary on WCW's 1990 Great American Bash which took place July 7, 1990 from Baltimore Arena in Baltimore, Maryland. TIME STAMPS Midnight Express vs Southern Boys (45:29) DOOM vs The Rock n Roll Express (2:02:27) Sting vs Ric Flair (2:23:48)

    NFL Season Preview (2025)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2025 116:11 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian, Zack ‘The Degenerate' and Kris Krizmanic prognosticate all 32 NFL teams projected win totals according to Las Vegas. Plus they give their season predictions including postseason and individual awards. NFC East: (2:00) NFC South: (11:32) NFC North: (25:20) NFC West: (42:29) AFC East: (55:24) AFC South: (1:09:15) AFC North: (1:23:10) AFC West: (1:34:29) Season Predictions: (1:24:00)

    Duke Bennett

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 83:19 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian is joined by wrestling podcast host Duke Bennett to discuss The Sopranos, MTV's The Real World, the WWE's recent media deals, the future of the company, WWE UnREAL, the return of Brock Lesnar, politics, grading John Cena's heel run, and remembers Hulk Hogan. Duke Bennett is the host of the ‘Duke Loves Rasslin' podcast. Subscribe on any podcast host.

    Why EJ Is Putting Himself On a Schedule (For Now)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 26:27 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses his recent frustrations, another recent allergy attack, putting himself on a stricter schedule, Lamar Jackson vs. Josh Allen, reviews Netflix's Quarterbacks and WWE UnReal, and Vince McMahon.

    Getting Back Into Routine

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 24:17 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses getting back into a regular routine, preparing for his vacation to New York later this month, Megadeth announcing their retirement from music, why Dan Marino is underrated, the rising costs of streaming in 2025, and EJ's Top 5: streaming services.

    Grading Cena's Heel Run | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 62:46 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius discuss and grade John Cena's heel run, What If…..Steve Austin faced Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania 18 instead of The Rock, and the 30 year anniversary of Summer Slam ‘95.

    14 Years Of Earnestly Speaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2025 18:55 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses the 14 year anniversary of the podcast, his kids returning to school this week, NFL preseason Week 1 takeaways, miserable New York summer baseball, and David Justice comments on his marriage to Halle Berry.

    Serendipity

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 37:16 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses his annual end of summer mini family vacation at Disney, his serendipitous encounter while on the trip, ESPN media deals with both the NFL and WWE, the possible end of the Howard Stern Show, NFL Hall Of Famer Marv Levy turns 100, Luka Doncic contract extension with the Lakers, and EJ's Top 5: Favorite Disney Rides.

    Pro Wrestling Is Better With Brock Lesnar In It | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2025 104:49 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius discuss the fallout from this weekend's Summer Slam, the return of Brock Lesnar, the possibility of more two night PLE's, and the 25 year anniversary of Summer Slam 2000.

    Going Fishing (But Not For Too Long)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 45:03


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses taking a short break from the podcast, Ozzy Osbourne funeral, Bomani Jones harsh criticism of Hulk Hogan's legacy, why the lack of transparency of the Epstein case is clouding Donald Trump's presidency, Deion Sanders health challenges, the Jalen Hurts disrespect, addresses the Christian Wilkins situation, Madden ratings, and the Top 5: NFL coaches on the hot seat.

    Summer Slam Preview (2025) | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 103:01


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius preview both nights of this weekend Summer Slam, rank their Top 5: Favorite Summer Slam matches, and the 20 year anniversary of Summer Slam 2005.

    A Week Of Loss

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 28:42


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses dealing with a mild lung infection, a WiFi update, his wife's Buffalo Chicken Dip, the passings of Malcolm Jamal-Warner, Ozzy Osbourne, Hulk Hogan and Chuck Mangione in the last week, Stephen Colbert's dismissal at CBS, the rumors of Metallica at The Sphere, and a return to playing fantasy football.

    Hulk Hogan: 1953-2025 | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2025 68:18


    In this special episode Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius reflect on the passing of wrestling icon Hulk Hogan who passed away Thursday morning and what he meant to the wrestling business, the controversial last 15 years, and what would ultimately be his legacy moving forward. Plus the guys reveal their Top 5 favorite moments of Hulk's career.

    'New Jack Swing' Songs Draft | THE MUSIC LOUNGE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 94:25


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian alongside music journalists Chris Lacy and Matthew Allen partake in a 10 round draft picking the best songs from the ‘New Jack Swing' era.

    Mr. And Mrs. Summer Fest | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2025 74:10


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius discuss Charlotte Flair's recent article in The Player's Tribune, who should be considered Mr and Mrs Summer Slam, and the five year anniversary of Summer Slam 2020.

    Kobe Not In The Top 10 Is Completely Asinine

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 29:05


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses his WiFI issues, attending his cousin's baby shower over the weekend, visiting the Chiropractor, the Coldplay affair controversy, new concerts added for 2025, Bleacher Report's Top 10 All Time NBA list, TJ Watt's big payday, and Top 5: NFL Storylines entering training camp

    Lauren Christian

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 58:55 Transcription Available


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian is joined by his wife Lauren Christian to discuss their summer so far, Disney, concerts, the Coldplay affair controversy, Love Island, how they first met, and much more. Follow Earnest ‘EJ' Christian on Social Media X: http://twitter.com/ejchristian... TIK TOKhttp://www.tiktok.com/@earnspeakpodINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/earnspeak...FACEBOOK: http://facebook.com/earnestchr... THREADShttps://www.threads.net/@earnest_christianBLUE SKY https://bsky.app/profile/ejchr...Rate and review the Earnestly Speaking Podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Music performed by Gee Steelio Podcast Art by Lauren Christian

    My ADHD Is Really F**king Me Up

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 35:35


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses his lack of sleep this week, AI as a positive force, why he's starting to despise Facebook, the Epstein files disappointment, Shaq vs. RG3, the recent changes at Fox Sports 1, Bradley Beal to the Clippers, and Top 5: core memories as an adult.

    2012 NBA Re-Draft | THE BASKETBALL RETRO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 45:36


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Zack ‘The Degenerate' go back in time and re-draft the 2012 NBA Draft. Notable names include Anthony Davis, Damian Lillard, and Draymond Green.

    And We Are On The Road To Summer Slam | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2025 83:44


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius discuss the crazy weekend in pro wrestling such as Seth Rollins knee injury, Naomi cash in women's title win, the return of Roman Reigns, Summer Slam match announcements, a crazy Zeus story and the 35 year anniversary of Summer Slam '90. 

    We Need More Top Fives

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2025 40:21


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses ‘The Album Clash', Top 5: summer reading list, LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama, NFL Top 10 QB list, and Top 5: core memories as a child.

    CONTENT! OVERLOAD! | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 67:15


    On this edition of FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE, Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius preview and predict both this weekend's Saturday Night's Main Event and WWE Evolution PLE. Plus a discussion as to whether we are closing in on a Cody Rhodes heel turn in the near future.

    A Salute To Sabbath

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 28:56


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses the NBA Offseason, family music debates, EJ's Top 5: Favorite Male vocalists, and a tribute to Black Sabbath.

    The Student Of The Game Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 57:52


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Kyle Nash aka. The Student Of The Game discuss the unconventional Steelers offseason, Top 4 quarterback rankings, where Jalen Hurts ranks among quarterbacks entering 2025, quarterbacks under the most pressure, the NFL under investigation for collusion, and the NBA offseason.

    James 'Big Jim' Nies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 82:25


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian is joined by James ‘Big Jim' Nies to discuss prioritizing health, the NFL offseason, the 2025 Dallas Cowboys, Notre Dame title chances in college football, NHL offseason narratives, Disney World, and mental health. James Nies is a podcast host of the Huddle Up Podcast the 3CT Wrestling Podcast, and ‘Discussions With A Nobody'. Check out all his work herehttps://linktr.ee/BigJimSports ****We apologize for the technical issues as EJ's WiFi decided to act up in the middle of this episode so it's a little choppy in parts****

    All These Transactions Are Making Our Heads Spin!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 57:57


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian, Zack ‘The Degenerate and Kris Krizmanic discuss all the crazy ongoings of NBA Free Agency, whether LeBron James will request a trade from the Lakers, the Celtics tear down, Kevin Durant title chances, NBA Draft Takeaways, and much more.

    Am I Addicted To Podcasts?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2025 28:49


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses podcasting, credit, the pros and cons of AI, Candace Owens, and Lars Ulrich.

    What's Old Might Be Anew

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 25:12


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses his hectic summer so far, his desire for old passions, purchasing a new laptop, $6 movies, and EJ's Top 5: Shows to catch up on this summer.

    16 Years Without Michael Jackson With Matthew Allen, Chris Lacy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 136:24


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian is joined by music journalists and friends Matthew Allen and Chris Lacy to discuss Michael Jackson's passing 16 years later, the 30 year anniversary of the HIStory album, and react to Billboard's Top 75 RnB Artists rankings. Matthew Allen: As Jacked As It Sounds: 30 Years Later, 'HIStory' Proves Michael Jackson Righthttps://headphoneaddict.substa... Chris Lacy: Michael Jackson's ‘HIStory' Turns 30: Scream. Survive. Smile.https://chrislacy1990.medium.c...

    It's Saudi Time! | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2025 48:46


    On this edition of FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE, Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius discuss whether Gunther regaining the WWE World Heavyweight Championship was the right move and then preview and predict this weekend's upcoming WWE PLE Night Of Champions from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

    The Thunderous Start Of A Potential Dynasty With Greg Hrinya

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2025 61:21


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Greg Hrinya discuss whether the OKC Thunder are a potential dynastic team, rank the last seven NBA champions, the effect of Tyrese Haliburton's injury on the rest of the NBA, the 2026 NBA Title odds, and preview the NBA Draft.

    Kevin Durant Traded To The Houston Rockets

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2025 25:15


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses the death of his MacBook after 15 years (RIP?), Kevin Durant traded to the Houston Rockets, the shocking Lakers sale, Aaron Rodgers signing with the Steelers, and EJ's Top 5: Songs on Metallica's ‘LOAD'.

    Doom vs The Steiner Brothers (Capital Combat ‘90) | THE WRESTLING RETROSPECTIVE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2025 45:55


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius provide commentary on WCW Tag Team Title Match between The Steiner Brothers and Doom at Capital Combat ‘90 on May 19th, 1990 from the D.C. Armory in Washington DC.

    The Florida Panthers go back to back | UNFILTERED!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 11:37


    The Florida Panthers won their 2nd straight Stanley Cup title. This may in fact be the most impressive feat South Florida sports has ever seen in a very long time. Maybe ever.

    The Pacers Might Be Cooked | UNFILTERED!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 6:33


    The Indiana Pacers had a golden opportunity to put the OKC Thunder dead to rights. And failed.

    Metallica Has Really Changed My Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 47:37


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian discusses a positive health update, seeing Metallica live for the 5th time, Disney World, Elon Musk vs. Donald Trump, Freddie Mercury, and EJ's Top 5: Most Hated NBA Teams

    The Student Of The Game Report

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 50:36


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Kyle Nash aka. The Student Of The Game discuss Tom Thibodeau's firing, NBA Finals predictions, whether Cam Ward can be a Top 10 quarterback, the Cleveland Browns quarterback saga, and whether they believe in a Madden curse.

    Joshua Pressman Jacobs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2025 120:10


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian has an wide ranging conversation with blogger Joshua Pressman Jacobs discussing everything from the NBA Finals, the New York Knicks, the face of the league conversation, the end of the NBA on TNT, Donald Trump, media consumption, Joe Rogan, and A WHOLE LOT MORE!

    Thank You Ron Killings! | FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 75:23


    On this edition of FALLS COUNT ANYWHERE, Earnest ‘EJ' Christian and Rob The Genius discuss the shocking release of R-Truth from the WWE, preview this weekend's upcoming Money In The Bank, and introduced a new game of “What If”…..the pandemic never happened in 2020.

    NBA Finals and Stanley Cup Preview With Greg Hrinya and Matt Fagan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 80:56


    Earnest ‘EJ' Christian is joined by NBA author and analyst Greg Hrinya to discuss Cooper Flagg, give final letter grades for the Knicks and Timberwolves, and then preview the Thunder/Pacers NBA Finals. Then Florida Panthers Superfan Matt Fagan joins the show to preview the Panthers/Oilers Stanley Cup Final rematch, the impact of the Panther franchise in the South Florida market, the legacy of Conner McDavid, and Alexander Ovechkin announcing next season will be his last. Host: Earnest ‘EJ' Christian Guest: Greg Hrinya and Matt Fagan

    I'm sick of disingenuous people in politics | UNFILTERED!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 12:37


    There way too many people in the political content space that are for a lack of better word “fake” as hell. Earnest ‘EJ' Christian calls them out on their grift.

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