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Welcome to HITF! This is a show that celebrates being a fan of pro wrestling. You can expect to hear talk about the past, present, and future of the pro wrestling world with your host, T.J. Stoneking. With several uploads weekly, HITF is a can't miss show for the wrestling fan who wants to dive deep into reviews, match watch-alongs, special guests, predictions, and more! Don't forget to subscribe! And check out @hitfpod on Instagram for exclusive video content.

T.J. Stoneking


    • May 15, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    ALLAN BREEZE: DreamSlam's California Dream Champion

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 35:51


    We are lucky to be joined by the current DreamSlam California Dream Champion, Allan Breeze! We discuss his current rivalry against former tag team partner Cant Stop Jamaal, training at the NJPW Academy, his DreamSlam victories, and more!SUBSCRIBE to our channel to stay up to date on all things HITF!FOLLOW us on Instagram & TikTok for exclusive social media content!  @HITFPOD  HITF is the official podcast of  @dreamslamwrestling ​

    REMEMBERING SABU + Last Week In Wrestling

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 28:26


    On today's show we talk about the legacy of wrestling pioneer Sabu, and discuss the results and biggest takeaways from last week in wrestling!SUBSCRIBE for more awesome content! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok  @HITFPOD  for exclusive content!

    BACKLASH PREDICTIONS! + 50 Wrestlers VS 1 Gorilla Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 34:14


    In today's episode we preview Backlash and finish our wrestlers vs gorilla list! Also, HITF Champ Miggy responds to Enoch the Enlightened after he called us names! Stay tuned!Follow @hitfpod on Instagram and TikTokSUBSCRIBE to our YouTube Channel for more awesome content!

    50 WRESTLERS vs 1 GORILLA + This Week In Wrestling!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 37:07


    Theres a lot to talk about when it comes to This Week In Wrestling! Also, everybody is asking if 100 men can take on a gorilla. Well, we changed it up a little and are giving you a definitive list of 50 wrestlers who might be able to pull it off!SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW us on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram, and stream on Spotify, Apple, Prime, and iHeart Radio!

    TRIVIA TITANS 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2025 22:37


    HITF cohost Miggy and HITF Champion Adam go head to head in their highly anticipated championship rematch! It is the end of an era...A new challenger will emerge at Trivia Titans 6 to take on the champ, whoever it may be!Subscribe to our channel and follow us at @HITFPOD on Instagram and TikTok! You can stream HITF on Spotify, Apple, Prime, and iHeart Radio!

    THE WOMEN RUN RAW! + This Week In Wrestling!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 38:08


    The women were the highlight of Monday Night Raw! Hear what else we had to say about all things wrestling from this last week including TNA, AEW, and WWE. Don't forget to like this video and tell us what your favorite match of the last week was! SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW us on Instagram and TikTok ‪@HITFPOD‬ HITF is the official podcast of DreamSlam Wrestling

    THE OFFICIAL PODCAST OF DREAMSLAM WRESTLING!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 38:08


    Huge news over the weekend, HITF is now partnering with DreamSlam Wrestling to take you inside the dream with exclusive interviews, show recaps, and more! SUBSCRIBE & FOLLOW us @hitfpod on Instagram and TikTok!Also, follow ‪@dreamslamwrestling‬ while you're at it!

    TOP 10 SWERVES of ALL TIME!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2025 34:57


    On today's episode we give you our picks for the biggest swerves in wrestling history! Let us know in the comments which swerve is your favorite! Don't forget to follow us on TikTok and Instagram @hitfpod

    WRESTLEMANIA WAS RUINED!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 32:01


    You saw our WrestleMania vlog, but now it's time to hear our analysis. In the Season 2 premiere we give you the good and the bad of WrestleMania and why the main event on night 2 was so lackluster.

    Episode 107: WE ARE INVITED TO 'THE LAST MATCH'

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 32:36


    On today's show we give you breaking news! We have been invited to an exclusive, invite only, red carpet experience 'The Last Match'. Familiar names like Matt Cardona, Thunder Rosa, Simon Miller, The Queen of Melrose, and others will be there!

    Episode 106: AEW DYNASTY REACTIONS, Seth Gets To Heyman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 33:04


    On today's episode we react to AEW Dynasty and the return of the Young Bucks. Also, one of the last Raws before WrestleMania put one of us to sleep...

    Episode 105: CHARLOTTE & TIFFANY REACTION, PODCAST NEWS!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2025 34:01


    On today's episode, we give you some big news about the podcast! Also, we react to the biggest takeaways from Smackdown, especially Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton's segment.Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and TikTok @hitfpod and subscribe to our show on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and iHeart Radio!

    Episode 104: Who Should We Meet at WrestleCon? AEW Dynamite Reactions

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 36:44


    On today's episode TJ gives a list of people he wants to meet at WrestleCon and we also react to the last Dynamite before Dynasty!

    Episode 103: REACTING TO CENA AND CODY & 5 Matches That Should Go in the HOF

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 62:36


    On this episode we react to the insane segment between Cena and Cody but also give our takes on Jey and Gunther after the brutal beat down on Jimmy, and the triple threat match between Reigns Punk and Rollins. Also, after tha addition of Austin vs Hart at WrestleMania 13 into the HOF, we pick 5 matches each that we think should go in later.

    Episode 102: HONEST JOHN RETURNS!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 31:32


    Honest John makes his return to the show and talks all about how he entertains the crowds across the country, how he focuses on his persona, and why he thinks the 'moments' are crucial to being successful.

    Episode 101: TOP 10 WRESTLEMANIA MATCHES YOU NEED TO WATCH

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 54:26


    On today's episode, our hosts present their own lists on the top 10 WrestleMania matches you need to watch. There might be some surprising matches on this list!

    Episode 100: CELEBRATING WITH THE OG'S & The Return of ENOCH THE ENLIGHTENED

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2025 49:52


    It's the 100th episode of HITF! To celebrate we bring in the original Friends of the Podcast Trevor, Austin, and HITF Adam! Also on this episode is our first conversation with Enoch The Enlightened after For The Love and the 3:16 Bash!

    Episode 99: MIGGY'S SURPRISE, AEW Recap & WrestleMania Weekend!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 33:07


    What is Miggy's surpise regarding WWE World?! Also, we breakdown Dynamite and talk more about our WrestleMania plans!

    Episode 98: CENA BREAKS UP WITH US!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 34:21


    On this episode we discuss John Cena's breakup with the fans, and T.J. talks about his experience at the 3:16 Bash with friends of the podcast!Be sure to follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpodNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday

    Episode 97: HAPPY 3:16 DAY!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2025 36:28


    It's a wrestling fan's holiday! Join us before Breakout Slam's 3:16 Bash while we break down the latest from Smackdown, TNA, and more!

    Episode 96: FIVESTAR RAYMOND BRIGHT, AEW Analysis and WrestleMania Plans!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 64:16


    On this episode, we talk to Raymond Bright ahead of his main event match with Chaz Price at Breakout Slam's 3:16 Bash! Also, we break down a crazy week of pro wrestling and dive deep into our WrestleMania plans!New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday. Don't forget to follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpod and subscribe to our YouTube channel!

    Episode 95: Special Guest JAKE REDONDO & 2 Great Cage Matches!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 20:37


    On today's episode, JAKE REDONDO joins to talk about his upcoming matches, including a heavyweight title oppurtunity and tag teaming with his dad, SoCal Pro HOF'er Jason Redondo!Also, after a couple of great cage matches in AEW and WWE, what are the biggest differences between the two? We have new episodes every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple, and iHeart Radio! Be sure to follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpod for exclusive content!

    Episode 94: Special Guest ELI EVERFLY

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2025 34:34


    Wrestler, producer, and trainer Eli Everfly joins us ahead of his Cruiserweight Championship match at East Los Mania 2! We ask him about his upcoming match, but also ask about his tag team Doomfly with Delilah Doom, his wrestling fandom, what it's like to be a trainer, and his take on John Cena's heel turn!Follow us @hitfpod on IG and TikTok for more wrestling content, and new episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday on Spotify, Apple, and iHeart Radio!

    Episode 93: NXT TITLE CHANGE, AEW Revolution Card

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 32:37


    On today's show we discuss NXT from this past week, and we also review the card for AEW Revolution and predict the winners!

    Episode 92: IO BEATS RHEA! Raw, NXT, and Evolve News

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 29:56


    On today's episode we go over Raw and discuss the WrestleMania implications that are sure to follow! Also, we discuss NXT Roadblock and Evolve on Tubi! Be sure to follow @hitfpod on Instagram and TikTok to stay up to date on all things HITF! New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday on Spotify, Apple, iHeart Radio, and YouTube!

    Episode 91: CENA TURNS HEEL REACTIONS!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 34:54


    On this episode, we react to John Cena's heel turn at Elimination Chamber. Also, we break down what WrestleMania looks like now, and we talk about our plans for our trip to Vegas for WRESTLEMANIA!

    Episode 90: HUGE WrestleMania Predictions! | NXT/TNA Worlds Collide?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 34:52


    On today's episode Miggy And TJ turn their attention back to the WWE right before Elmination Chamber, and discuss one of the last Dynamite's before AEW Revolution. Also, there is a HUGE WrestleMania prediction!Don't forget to follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpodNew Episodes Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday on Spotify, Apple, iHeart Radio, and YouTube!

    Episode 89: TRIVIA TITANS III

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 47:06


    HITF Champion TJ takes on Adam in a No Holds Barred rematch for the ages! New episodes out Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday! Be sure to follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpod

    Episode 88: FOR THE LOVE REVIEW, The Rock Returns

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 34:35


    It's been a crazy couple of days! Our appearance at DreamSlam was a success and T.J. breaks it all down. Plus, wrestling world was on fire this weekend after big news coming out of TNA, NXT, and SmackDown.Follow us on IG and TikTok for more content and updates!New Episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday!

    Episode 87: FOR THE LOVE PRESHOW SPECIAL w/ Enoch The Enlightened

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 29:12


    We've been talking about it for weeks, and it's all about to go down TONIGHT in Santa Ana! DreamSlam's biggest show of the year "For The Love" is going to blow the roof off of the Delhi Center. Come say hello to us at our booth, where you can win merch and talk to us about our upcoming events. On today's episode, we welcome back GM of DreamSlam, Enoch The Enlightened to give his predictions on who will come out on top of tonight's stacked card with incredibly high stakes.Available NOW on Spotify, Apple, iHeart Radio, and YouTube. Links to all are in our bio.Be sure to follow us on IG and TikTok for more updates and great wrestling content!

    Episode 86: DreamSlam Week kicks off with ENOCH THE ENLIGHTENED

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 30:52


    It's a big week here on HITF! Joining us to talk about DreamSlam's biggest show of the year is DreamSlam GM Enoch the Enlightened! We discuss Enoch's involvement in pro wrestling from the start, up until now, and we break down the biggest matches happening this Friday. Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to HITF and follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpod New Episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday

    Episode 85: MEETING JOE HENDRY, AEW Grand Slam, Smackdown

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 30:49


    We talk the latest in wrestling and Miggy meets the TNA Champ Joe Hendry! There's a lot to catch up on before our DreamSlam week starts!Follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpodNew Episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday

    Episode 84: Ricky Starks in NXT, AEW Dynamite Before Grand Slam

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 34:22


    On today's show we break down the SHOCKING debut of Ricky Starks in NXT! We also break down Dynamite ahead of Grand Slam Australia, and talk about our schedule for an amazing week next week!New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and SundayFollow us @hitfpod on Instagram and TikTok

    Episode 83: WHO IS OUR NEXT GUEST??? Raw Reactions, LFG, Free Agents, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 29:32


    There's a lot to discuss on today's episode, including our next guests, our upcoming appearances, LFG, Raw, and AEW vs NXT this Saturday. Come hang out!New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and SundayFOllow us in IG and TikTok @hitfpod

    Episode 82: Football & Wrestling, Our Upcoming Events

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 33:54


    Ready for the Super Bowl? See if you know which wrestlers used to play in the NFL. Also, we have a TON of things happening next week! We are ready to have a busy next couple of weeks, join us!Follow us @hitfpod on IG and TikTokNew Episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday

    Episode 81: Castlevania Nocturne, Pokemon & Kevin Owens

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2025 33:55


    We felt like that episode of Raw dragged a little bit. On today's show cover the biggest takeaways from Raw, but we talk about some extra stuff outside of the world of wrestling as well. Don't forget to follow us @hitfpod on IG and TikTok New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday

    Episode 80: ROYAL RUMBLE REACTIONS

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2025 37:37


    Episode 79: Miggy Discusses The Latest in Wrestling Before the Rumble

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 25:37


    We are just days away from one of the most anticipated events in all of pro wrestling! Our now beardless host Miggy walks us through what the landscape of pro wrestling looks like as it stands today.

    Episode 78: Punk wants to STAB Cody!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 28:44


    Episode 77: Best Royal Rumble Moments of the Last 20 Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2025 53:57


    On today's episode we are giving you our favorite moments from the last 20 Royal Rumbles! With all of the surprises, the title changes, returns and debuts, there is plenty to go over. Don't forget to follow us on IG and TikTok @hitfpod SUBSCRIBE on YouTube! https://youtube.com/@hitfpod?si=sPYjlWD933z4KH29 New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday!

    Episode 76: Sami Zayn Winning the Rumble? & Top 10 Kane Moments

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 34:56


    On today's episode we tdiscuss what could happen at Saturday Night's Main Event between Sami Zayn, KO, and Cody Rhodes. Also, TJ gives his 10 favorite Kane moments! Don't forget to follow us @hitfpod on IG New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday at 9am

    Episode 75: Ms Miggy Joins the Podcast!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 38:27


    On today's episode, Peter and a very special guest break down what's been happening in the world of pro wrestling! Don't forget to follow us @hitfpod New episodes out every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday @ 9am

    Episode 74: Interview with JAKE REDONDO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 18:43


    On today's episode we have a very special guest: Jake Redondo! Jake, who is one of southern California's rising stars, is joining us ahead of his Golden State Championship match against Joey Lancaster for So Cal Pro Wrestling. We talk about his passion and dedication to being a great pro wrestler, what inspired him as a fan, and who his dream opponent would be. Also, we ask him about being a second generation wrestler. Don't forget to follow @hitfpod on IG New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday @ 9am! Subscribe now on Spotify, Apple, and iHeart Radio

    Episode 73: TRIVIA TITANS II

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 65:17


    Finally! TRIVIA TITANS II is here! This match is an hour of back and forth of insanely deep wrestling trivia battle! Will Adam retain and hold the title into the first part of 2025??? Or will TJ win the title and bring it back to the podcast??? Find out on today's episode!!Be sure to follow @hitfpod on IGNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday at 9am on Spotify, Apple, & iHeart Radio

    Episode 72: We Are Ready to Rumble!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 30:45


    On today's episode, we talk about tonight's Monday Night Raw and the arrival of Penta, and inaugural Women's Intercontinental Champion Lyra Valkyria! We also talk about what is shaping up to be an insane Royal Rumble match. Coming next episode is TRIVIA TITANS II, and our interview with Jake Redondo this weekend! Don't forget to follow us on IG @hitfpod and listen to us on Spotify, Apple, and iHeart Radio!!!

    Episode 71: TJ Goes to DreamSlam Wrestling SlamDown!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 11:29


    It was an action packed night in Anaheim... Find out what went down at the brewery and how TJ enjoyed his first ever independent show, DreamSlam Wrestling's SlamDown! Be sure to follow us @hitfpod on IG and TikTok New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday @ 9am!

    Episode 70: AEW, TNA, GCW | Wrestlemania 22 | T.J. Calls Out HITF Champ Adam Pastor

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 42:56


    It is a jam packed episode today on HITF. We talk about the world of wrestling outside of the WWE, look back fondly on Wrestlemania 22, and T.J. calls out HITF Champ, that DWEEB Adam Pastor!!Be sure to follow us @hitfpod on IG & TikTokNew episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, & Sunday at 9am on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and iHeart Radio

    Episode 69: Rawflix Reactions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 7, 2025 34:49


    On this episode T.J. & Miggy react to Raw's Netflix debut. What did we like?! What didn't we like?!?! Find out here!New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday @ 9am PSTDon't forget to follow us on IG and TikTok @HITFPOD

    Episode 68: 2025 Predictions & The Quest for Joe Hendry Continues

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 31:41


    Happy New Year! 2025 is difference making year for the world of pro wrestling. What are our predictions for the next 365 days?! Listen now and find out! New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday @ 9am PST Don' t forget to follow us @HITFPOD on IG

    Episode 67: AEW World's End Reactions, CM Punk & Seth Rollins

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 38:15


    Miggy & TJ give their reactions to World's End and discuss the awesome war of words between CM Punk and Seth Rollins ahead of their match next week on Raw! Stay with it! Be sure to follow @hitfpod on IG New episodes every Tues, Thurs, Sun @ 9am PST

    Episode 66: MATCH WATCH ALONG Alundra Blayze vs Bull Nakano

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2024 16:48


    Welcome back! On today's show we are watching two of the greatest women wrestlers of all time compete in a singles match for the WWF Women's Championship. Hope you enjoy! Be sure to follow @hitfpod on Instagram NEW Episodes every Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday @ 9am PST

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