Gems Of Wrestling

Ranking 20 distinctly different era's of the Undertaker's WWE career.Flemerald, Rusty & Mr. NGN discuss the Undertaker's eras chronologically and rank them based on their own personal preference before revealing the Gems of Wrestling official favourite Era of the Undertaker!Will it be "The Western Mortician", "The American Badass", "The Deadman", "The Phantom of the Opera", "The Minister of Darkness" or "Mark Calaway" - you know, from the Boneyard Match.Even in this pandemic, GoW are providing the best kept secret in Wrestling Podcasts. Please respect their secret and keep it to yourselves - not like Paul Bearer sharing the Undertaker's secret - which era was that? It was a bloody good one.

It may be painstaking, tedious, impractical and an almost impossible task to unearth the major masked men in the major promotions of wrestling... BUT that is what we have gone and done!From Abyss to Atlantis, From Shinobi to Stagger Lee, From Sasuke to Doomsday, From Kane to Hurri.......Cane. You get the point. We cover a lot of ground and delve into some of the lesser-known stories behind the masks; Who had their face taken off by a dumbell?Why did the Midnight Rider relinquish the NWA belt?How many Executioners have been in the WWE and which was the best?Flemerald has a challenge that consists of identifying wrestlers to their masked gimmicks. Easy, right? Find out who, if anyone, won and what topic they choose for the next episode!http://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

In this episode of GoW we spend 2 and a half hours (edited) discussing the monster week of Wrestling, from Brock's decimation of Rey-Rey & Dom-Dom through the Wednesday Night War to a Foxy Friday Night Smackdown before we detour through Hell - in a Cell! And back to Raw again.I cannot overstate the hard work that went into........ watching this much wrestling. We give our opinions on all that we have witnessed and they are completely unfiltered. If you ask us, watch whatever Wrestling you enjoy and leave the b*tching to us.http://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

In the latest Gems of Wrestling, we kick off with the Top 10 Giraffes, as promised last week. If we missed your favourite Giraffe then let us know!We Draft 10 WWE Superstars each to compile our own roster, but who won? Let us know!Finally, we discuss the the upcoming draft in WWE, who needs to move, who needs to stay & why the Imperium need a Japanese member - think about it... and let us know!http://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

On this episode of the Gems of Wrestling we focus solely on the WWE;Clash of Champions, Raw, Smackdown & NXT's television debut are all discussed.What was good, what was bad, what was meh and what was "YEAH"! We touch upon some of our predictions that have come true & some of Meltzer's predictions that have come.. Sh*t!We are available on all Podcast platforms, for free, every other Saturday.http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

After weeks, months, years of contempt from Flemerald & Rusty Pudding for the lowest brand on the WWE totem pole, we finally review an NXT UK show - Takeover: Cardiff and compare it to AEW's final pre-TV PPV; All Out - which couldn't be any more appropriate of a title.We touch upon King of the Ring and reiterate our prophecy of Shane McMahon's involvement as well as introduce Mr. NGN to a little bit of the bubbly.Download for free from anywhere you find podcasts; or just ask Alexa, Home or Echo.http://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

Join the guys for an episode of off-the-cuff topics ranging WWE, NJPW, AEW & statistically proving who was the best and worst King of the Ring winner - of the PPV era.Update on our King of the Ring 2019 predictions - who has 0 dogs left in the fight, who has to pin their hopes on Andrade and who has both predictions in the Quarter Finals.Listen out for Quasimodo, Lindsay Lohan & a Friends reference because we can't help ourselves. Also, find out which Joker we each prefer...http://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

This is our recap of NXT Takeover: Toronto, Summerslam, G1 Climax as well Raw & Smackdown following the biggest party of the summer.Find out who we think ran over Stone Cold.. I mean, who is attacking Roman Reigns, who we think will win King of the Ring & find out who watches the Twilight Zone & who watches Murder She Wrote.Nearly two hours of unfiltered, unadulterated, uncensored opinions of all things WWE among other things. Discretion is advised.http://facebook.com/GemsOfWrestling

On this episode of GoW we discuss the Hindenburg, Mermaids and Lemonade stands. Seriously. Don't ask, just listen!Fyter Fest is a hot topic, unprotected chair shots, barbed wire and everything else AEW.Raw is Heyman! Smackdown Bisch. What can we expect going forward?Why the hell are WWE supporting Evolve's PPV to contend with Fight for the Fallen... A PPV in which proceeds go to charity.Plus the reason Flemerald doesn't like Mermaids, putting over Herbert Morrison & why we're seriously worried.. about BRAY!http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

On this episode of the Gems of Wrestling, we discuss Alberto Del Rio's new promotion with its 60 year old wrestlers.. How will AEW's sudden impact effect the indies?We share some Stomping Grounds predictions - you can judge us with hindsight.Firefly Funhouse, how Bray should return, 24/7 belt and R-Truth's nack for getting ANYTHING over. Which stables created stars?This week's Sporcle is based on PPV Cage Matches, Hell in a Cell & Elimination Chamber participants. How many can the three of us name in ten minutes?http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestlinghttps://www.sporcle.com/games/nscox/wwe-cage-match-participants

This episode of GoW covers the recent happenings with WWE in Saudi Arabia, NXT Takeover 25, Jon Moxley's first belt since leaving WWE, Crusierweights and Light-Heavyweights. Women commentators and referees are discussed. King Corbin, Shane-Nanighans or Shane McMahonighans as well as LGBT bait in WWE, who do not understand how to properly use minority characters and storylines.Keep an ear out for the first offical sponsor of the Gems and where you can buy the fish and chips that will give you the Gold-Burps, Gold-Burps, Gold-Burps.https://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling/

This episode of the Gems of Wrestling, join Flemerald, Rusty Pudding & Mr. No Gimmicks as they discuss the downs and downs of current WWE.On the docket;24/7 Title, Wildcard Rule, Beast in the Bank, Smackdown's ticket sales, promotional name changes and anything and everything else that's going on in the WWE.Facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

Well the whole Wrestling world has had their say on the premiere of AEW on PPV but what did Flemerald, Rusty Pudding & Mr. No Gimmicks think of the event?Join the gang as they cover AEW's Double or Nothing.Facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

How will Triple H deal with the betrayal of Chyna? How will the Outlaws cope in singles action? Can X-Pac overcome Shane McMahon? The final episode in our DX Chronology sees us through to Wrestlemania 15 and all shenanigans that come with that - including the bombshell that puts to bed this series...http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestlingTwitter & Instagram: @GemsofWrestling

Episode Eight, the penultimate, sees D-Generation X coming up against the Corporation head to head with belts flying back and forth. The road to Wrestlemania begins and we have the Corporate Rumble, one of the most unique endings to an "I Quit" match and an unbelievable betrayal.. http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestlingTwitter & Instagram @GemsofWrestling

Episode Seven covers the origins of the ill-fated Chyna/Henry relationship. Hunter is stripped of the IC belt as DX are just trying to get by without their injured leader. We have a new commissioner, a sheriff if you will. Along with that, we have to question the allegiance of the New Age Outlaws who seem to have had their heads turned by the money of the Corporation - who are parodied by DX in the lesser remembered classic parodies in 1998, perhaps because the word "sphincter" is overused.http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling@GemsofWrestling on Twitter & Instagram

The sixth instalment of the DX chronology picks up at King of the Ring 1998 - the infamous PPV but not for our favourite group of rebels. That doesn't mean that the summer wasn't memorable as Triple H and The Rock lead their groups to battle one another, with belts flying back and forth, The Outlaws are knocked from the tag-team mountain peak by a familiar foe before clawing their way back and an injury to Triple H slows down the progress of D-Generation X. Also, listen out for the special feature as we rank the finishing moves of the 6 Hall of Fame Degenerates from worst to best.http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

It is the Genesis of D-Generation X aka the second incarnation of the faction after Shawn Michaels had dropped the ball. We chronicle the weekly shenanigans that degenerates that took the group from rule-breaking heels to rule breaking babyfaces as the most over faction in WWE history *debatable*. From the debut of X-Pac to the first encounter of Degenerate vs. Degenerate and the King of the Ring qualifiers of 1998. http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

It's the State of the Union address from the degenerates to open episode four. This sets up the road to Wrestlemania with New Age Outlaws heading to the Dumpster Match, Triple H taking the fight to Owen Hart & the fall of Shawn Michaels after his back injury at the Royal Rumble finally taking him out action after passing the torch to Stone Cold Steve Austin but how smooth did it all go? About as smooth as the DX public work out - all covered within this episode.http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

We begin part three with the conveniently titled PPV - In Your House 19: D-Generation X and cover everything neon green and black through to Sgt. Slaughter finally getting one over on DX on 20th January 1998 Raw. Strip Poker, Christmas presents, nuggets, European title matches and the rise of the New Age Outlaws are all chronicled in this episode of the History of D-Generation X. http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

Welcome to Part Two in the History of D-Generation X. We pick up where we left off in October of 1997, with our favourite degenerates ripping off a WCW jobbers gimmick.. What could that be? We quickly move in to a highly uncomfortable segments of sexism, racism and any other "ism" to make you cringe. The formation of the New Age Outlaws, the Montreal Screwjob, Sgt. Slaughters "old lady", the only DX and Hart Foundation member, Triple H's nickname that was only given one "try", the infamous lollipop are all covered as we delve deep into the rise of the DX up to December 1st 1997.http://facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

In the first episode in our DX chronology, we begin at the beginning, yeah. Well we actually begin by touching on the pre-DX heel turn of Shawn Michaels with his ultra-personal rivalry with Bret Hart being highlighted as the catalyst for the formation of the degenerates - with Bret being the one to name the faction (if it was up to JR, DX would have been named "The Sophomore Class). The injuries, the on-screen controversies, the off-screen politics and all the degeneracies that come with Shawn Michaels, Hunter Hearst Helmsley, Chyna & "Ravishing" Rick Rude. We cover everything DX week by week up up to the 13th October 1997 Episode of Raw, where the group is officially named (finally), DX deflate The King, The Patriot & Ahmed Johnson as well as The Hart Foundation all fall victim and we get a mat-classic between Shawn Michaels & 2 Cold Scorpio.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

Gems of Wrestling are back and this time they are competing for the opportunity to shape the future of the podcast...Simply put, Rusty & Mr. No Gimmicks are drafting wrestlers from the past and present of "Survivor Series" to assemble teams of five (who will strive to survive!) and putting their wrestling knowledge to the test.The rules: 5 points per elimination, 10 points for surviving a match. Total points per wrestler is divided by the quantity of matches they have competed in, creating an average.The average score is paired up with the average score of an opposing draftee and the winner takes home the point!Who will win out in the first, Survivor Series Draft?!facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

Where it all begins again.. 3 Wrestling fans - with completely unbiased, unadulterated, polarising opinions discuss the nonsensical WCW classic, Halloween Havoc 1995.The Yetayyy. The Zodiac. The Giant. The double-crosses. The Sumo Monster Truck Match. Dark Hulk. For a unique and completely fresh view on what is viewed upon as being one of the worst PPV's of all time, we find the handful of positives and discuss what redemptive qualities appear on this infamous event.Download the GoW now from iTunes, Stitcher & Buzzsprout.https://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling/

You'll be surprised what the Gems of Wrestling compare to the infamous Dungeon of Doom... Full Episode will be available to download on Halloween Night from iTunes, Buzzsprout & Stitcherhttps://www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling/

The return of the Gems of Wrestling is finally here! This time, we are delving into the treasure trove of Coliseum Home Videos! We begin with WF116 aka "Bashed in the USA!" Released in June of 1993 in a time that you kind have had to be there, it's no longer the Golden Era of Hulk Hogan yet it isn't quite the New Generation of Bret & Shawn. It isn't a period of time looked back upon with great fondness but as with anything that we review, there will be Gems of Wrestling! We will be tallying up the victories of every wrestler on every tape that we review - ultimately finding a definitive "Gladiator of the Coliseum (Home Videos)". Like, share and subscribe for all GoW content. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

Brought to you by our sponsors; iblobl.com/googly - iMessage animated stickers - GET STUCK IN! Gems of Wrestling have made the hot tag to clean house on the Coliseum Classic VHS tapes. Whether that be, Hulk Hogan's propaganda tapes, catchy titles such as "Smack 'Em, Whack 'Em", "Invasion of the Bodyslammers" or "Wham Bam Bodyslam" we are searching for the gems hidden within. Like, share and subscribe to ensure you do not miss what could be your favourite tape. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

On the agenda for the inaugural edition of Diamond Talk is; Bray Wyatt and underutilised wrestlers, The importance of heels & faces/psychology, Stigmatisation of wrestlers indiscretions, Inconsistent WWE punishments depending on the level of wrestler rather than the crime, Moolah & the re-writing of history by Vince McMahon, The Memorial Battle Royal, What to do with the Balor Club & Bray Wyatt. Diamond Talk is a freestyle, off the cuff, "see where it goes" conversation about wrestling. If you (dis)like or (dis)agree with what we have said then contact us: @GemsofWrestling. Suggest topics for future shows on Facebook (www.facebook.com/GemsofWrestling) or contact us directly: gemsofwrestling@gmail.com. Like, share & subscribe!

Well well well, in summary, the Royal Rumble of 2018 was brilliant, right? There's still plenty to debate with the inclusion of Ronda Rousey, the receipt of Brock Lesnar and the various roles in the undercard including the Jason Jordan injury, the 2-0 Uso clean sweep, Kammy's gripe and the Clash of the Titans for the Universal belt. Find out which of the three predictions was 100% correct, what incorrect answers we had and also what prediction from last year's Wrestlemania came true. Like, share & subscribe. @GemsofWrestling

Simply put; this is a predictions podcast but with some borderline risky content. We discuss our thoughts on the upcoming Royal Rumble as well as delving into some of the dark corners of the WWE because it somehow relates to our topic of conversation. You've been warned! Like, share & subscribe. Facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

After years of injustice we are settling the score for all of the Royal Rumble entrants that were unfairly eliminated ranging from 1988 through to the 2017 edition. Shawn Michaels, CM Punk, Roddy Piper, Randy Savage, Andre the Giant, Rick Rude &.. Bastian Booger all make their appearance in an attempt to redeem themselves. Also eligible is any Wrestler that eliminated themselves, never made it to the ring, was eliminated by an opponent that wasn't in the match or had already been eliminated. Enjoy this fantasy Royal Rumble and for the first time you can truly believe that anything can happen in the Royal Rumble match. Who will be the "Only Annual Uneliminated Royal Rumble" and will feel redemption by entering the Gems of Wrestling Hall of Fame! facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

There have been many Championship Matches where the Champion doesn't need to be pinned in order to lose but back in 2008, the only pinfall that mattered was the final one before a time limit expires. A little bit of Fatal Five Way, a little bit of an Iron Man & a hint of Elimination Chamber creates this potential Gem! Find out what happens when the Champion is unable to defend, when friends turn on each other and when Kane takes the most devastating Spinebuster of all time! Like, share & subscribe for more. Facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

The most traditional way to introduce a Wrestler is the Vignette! A series of pre-recorded promos allowing the fans to get to know somebody before their debut. Some are good, some are bad but in most cases, they are entertaining. This first in the series is dedicated to the Bad Guy! Check out his custom Cadillac, his favourite fruit, his disdain for Dominoes and how he feels about sand, fountains & chicas! Like, share & subscribe for more. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

This week's episode will be a chronology of every talk show every hosted in the WWE from the early 80's with a former Heavyweight Champion to the modern day. We have Corners, Shops, Pits, Parlour, Lounges, Asylums, Round-Ups & even a Manor.. Rusty & Mr. NGN compete to induct one show into the GoW Hall of Fame by their knowledge of the hosts of these memorable moments. Like, share & subscribe for more. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

Pick your allegiance, who is "The Animal" of Wrestling, George Steele or Dave Batista? Rusty & Mr. NGN battle it out, using their wits to convince Flemerald of who is more deserving.. If you want to do who wins.. download the first in this entertaining series that will settle scores of Nicknames that have been Namenicked! Like, share & subscribe. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

For the first time ever, GoW present a completely unedited episode as we discuss the results of Summerslam '17. *SPOILER ALERT* We will discuss every match conclusion as we bury our own predictions and tally up the correct answers allowing one of us to induct a current WWE wrestler into the GoW Hall of Fame! Like, share & subscribe. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

It is nearly time for biggest party of the summer! Sun, sea, sand and summarising what we think will happen this Sunday! There's many disagreements and reconsiderations and we analyse the possible outcome of the Fatal 4-Way and the likelihood of having the first Japanese World Champion! *Editorial Note* This episode was recorded prior to Smackdown Live! At a simpler time where Baron Corbin still held the MITB Briefcase. Like, share & subscribe for more! facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

Who remembers enjoying the European Championship? Don't trust your memories - it was a joke, mainly due to these characters that disrespected the belt and of course we rank them, the Top 10 Villains of the European Championship! Relive some bad moments and learn some even worse moments. Like, share & subscribe. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

One of us is MIA but that doesn't stop the remaining two from discussing the "face" of the company from 1963's World Wide Wrestling Federation to the modern day. We cover all the classics and discuss the importance of having a star drawing a crowd. 4 obvious names are surrounded by some surprises, some transitional & some "filler" Champions are a controversial topic. Like, share & subscribe for more Gems of Wrestling. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

In this series finale, we induct the final Class of 85/86 member into the GoW Hall of Fame with Jesse Ventura & Roddy Piper still vying for a spot. Piper begins his revenge mission against Bob Orton, Slick sells Hercules, Hercules challenges Hogan & The Hart Foundation inform us of the three ways to "KILL A BEE!" A challenging challenge recaps the series and we get debuts from Koko & Dirty Dick. Like, share & subscribe for more GoW! facebook.com/GemsofWrestling

GoW welcome back Jesse Ventura & Roddy Piper and say an overdue farewell to the Junkyard Dog! Since the last episode, Mr. Wonderful has turned on Hulk Hogan; Adonis, Muraco & Orton have injured the returning Roddy Piper and Ricky Steamboat has recovered from sickening concussion from Jake Roberts' DDT. We have a Snake Pit Match, two title matches and the return of the Ugandan Headhunter! All this and a Hulk Hogan themed challenge! Like, share & subscribe for more. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

With Wrestlemania 2 out of the way, who will make their mark on Saturday Night's Main Event? We meet the third Funk brother, experience brutality of a Haitian midget, a knock out DDT.. literally and Hulk Hogan & JYD role reverse. Stay til the end for a game show challenge & The British Bulldogs taking on Sheik & Volkoff. Like, share & subscribe for more Gems of Wrestling.

Everyone discusses the best and worst Kings in WWE history but what about the jesters, jacks and jobbers that could only dream of wearing the crown? Flemerald statistically proves the 20 worst wrestlers to have ever entered the tournament which includes World Champions, Royal Rumble winners and surprisingly, even a King of the Ring winner.. Like, share and subscribe for more GoW! facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

Gems of Wrestling are annoyed with PPV names because of.. you know.. Great Balls of bloody Fire! Well, we categorise every title from "Payback" to "Backlash", from "Over the Edge" to "Over the Limit", "This Tuesday in Texas" to "Taboo Tuesday" and everything in between! Find out what we think is too obvious, too generic, just right & what we decide is Bulls**t! We put together our Wrestling Calendars of PPV's including all our unique twists. Like, share & subscribe for more! facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

What can you expect on the last show in the build up to Wrestlemania 2? Well on this episode of GoW we experience Hulk Hogan in peril, Mr. Fuji's flu, The British Bulldogs challenging for the Tag belts, Mr. T's return & an Adorable addition to Jimmy Hart's Family. We discover two very different Gems; a contender for the best match of all GoW and a ridiculously brilliant premiere of "Real American". We induct another MVP into the Hall of Fame after a Wrestlemania 2 mini-quiz. Like, share & subscribe for more. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

Flemerald shares some thoughts on the current WWE, predictions for Money in the Bank this Sunday and gets some frustrations off his chest including pointless PPV names and high expectations of the Royal Rumble. Another look into the Lou Albano mystery and the shambles of Coliseum Home Video's catalogue numbers. Like, share and subscribe. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

Before there was Hell in a Cell, Concrete Crypt, Last Ride, Buried Alive, Casket & even Coffin matches.. There was the Body Bag Match! The Undertaker is running amock amongst the jobbers of the WWF and it is down the bright neon of the Ultimate Warrior to stop him. Jake Roberts is embroiled but on who's side is he? What are the rules?! Who will suffer in the "air-tight" Body Bag in Madison Square Garden? Find out in the second GoW Story Corner. Like, share & subscribe for more. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

Forgotten memories and never-known knowledge is what this bag of gems is all about. WWF, WCW, ECW, NJPW, NWA & SMW all contribute to the belts that for better or worse were unique. One 26 year lineage to an 8 day run.. The earliest Hardcore style belt to 24/7 ruling to a copycat. Women's belts, Tag belts, unsanctioned belts and even a World Belt make an appearance. Like, share and subscribe! facebook.com/GemsofWreslting @GemsofWrestling

It's a New Year for SNME! 1986 is ushered in with a trip down South to a water park, Terry Funk challenging Hulk Hogan for the WWF belt, a Dog and a Dragon combining, the third instalment on the Hillbilly saga and a "Peace Match" - yes that is as bad as it sounds. Another Dub Dub F challenge leads to another induction into the GoW Hall of Fame and some risque humour worms it's way in to this Fun Packed episode! Like, share & subscribe for more. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

In this episode, Flemerald, Rusty & Mr. NGN discuss the extensive list of nWo members. We rate all the wrestlers of the original group and induct the most impactful into our Hall of Fame. Aside from the original Black and White, we discuss the Wolfpac, Hollywood, Elite, B-Team, 2000, Japan & of course, the WWE's version. Like, share & subscribe for more. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling

The Gems of Wrestling return! And perhaps wish they didn't.. Episode 3B is "the Wrestling Classic" a one night, 16-man tournament to determine....... the winner? Plus Hulk Hogan defends his belt against Roddy Piper and someone wins a Rolls Royce. Shoddy referees, Macho madness and the Dynamite Kid are the hot topics this week, all this and plenty more! Like, share and subscirbe for more Gems of Wrestling. facebook.com/GemsofWrestling @GemsofWrestling