Living The Gimmick: A Pro Wrestling Podcast

It's the FINAL audio podcast episode of "Living The Gimmick," and Jon Alba and Doug McDonald are here to wrap it up in style! Join us for a walk along memory lane through six years of LTG, plus some MAJOR surprises throughout it all in #LTG300! Don't forget, all of our content is now moving to Patreon! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today! Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," Doug and Jon share a major announcement about the future of the podcast ahead of next week's 300th episode. Plus, thoughts on Zelina Vega's WWE return, the 25-year anniversary of the nWo, Hangman Page's AEW Championship pursuit, and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Major Announcement 7:02: WWE 28:06: 25 Years of the nWo 44:23: AEW 1:04:00: Golf Clap of the Week 1:11:08: Waste of the Week 1:18:04: Rumor Control 1:21:50: #LTGMailCall 1:30:40: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," Doug and Jon discuss the most recent round of WWE releases and look forward to "Money in the Bank." Plus, Josh Isenberg gives his thoughts on Jungle Boy's AEW World Championship match against Kenny Omega! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 7:31: WWE 35:34: AEW 46:00: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 55:30: Golf Clap of the Week 57:29: Waste of the Week 1:07:14: Rumor Control 1:10:52: #LTGMailCall 1:21:32: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," Doug and Jon recap the WWE "Hell In A Cell" pay-per-view, while Josh Isenberg gives his thoughts on Lashley's plans for "SummerSlam." Plus, talk on Samoa Joe's NXT return, DOUDROP, AEW, and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 3:00: Waste of the Week 13:13: WWE/Golf Clap of the Week 42:29: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 54:00: NXT 56:25: AEW 1:03:33: Rumor Control 1:09:16: #LTGMailCall 1:23:56: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," Doug and Jon run through this past week's "NXT TakeOver: In Your House" show, look at Samoa Joe's WWE return, preview "Hell In A Cell," and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 2:50: Golf Clap of the Week 11:13: NXT/WWE 1:05:03: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 1:13:57: AEW 1:23:50: Waste of the Week 1:27:00: Rumor Control 1:17:33: #LTGMailCall 1:43:12: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," Doug and Josh preview NXT TakeOver: In Your House 2, discuss WWE's TV (including the upcoming Hell in a Cell PPV card), react to Andradé's AEW debut, and more!    Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 7:23: NXT TakeOver: In Your House Predictions/WWE Talk 1:02:25: AEW 1:24:52: Golf Clap of the Week 1:31:50: Waste of the Week 1:38:50: Rumor Control 1:41:03: #LTGMailCall 1:55:51: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It's a very special edition of "Living The Gimmick" this week! Join Jon Alba and Doug McDonald as they record together in person reviewing AEW's "Double or Nothing" show after having attending together in Jacksonville! Plus, Josh Isenberg gives his thoughts from home!    Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," Doug and Jon are joined by Josh Isenberg to preview AEW's "Double or Nothing" show, talk about WWE returning to touring, and more!    Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 6:50: AEW 32:30: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 44:00: WWE 1:00:00: Golf Clap of the Week 1:07:05: Waste of the Week 1:13:27: Rumor Control 1:17:33: #LTGMailCall 1:25:00: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug and Jon review WWE WrestleMania Backlash PPV, talk ZOMBIES, discuss New Jack's passing, AEW, and more!    Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 8:11: WWE WrestleMania Backlash Review 19:00: Waste of the Week 48:47: New Jack 52:58: AEW 1:05:48: Golf Clap of the Week 1:11:38: Rumor Control 1:14:43: #LTGMailCall 1:29:23: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug and Jon preview the upcoming WWE WrestleMania Backlash PPV, discuss everything that happened at AEW Blood and Guts, and more!    Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 5:11: WWE WrestleMania Backlash Preview 33:49: Through the Eyes of Isenberg  49:10: AEW Blood & Guts Review 1:13:40: Golf Clap of the Week 1:17:29: Waste of the Week 1:23:00: Rumor Control 1:25:30: #LTGMailCall 1:33:21: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It is another edition of "Living The Gimmick!" Join Doug McDonald, Jon Alba, and Josh Isenberg as they break down the upcoming AEW "Blood and Guts" show! Plus, FTR joins the show to go #BTG to discuss the big match! Jon and Doug also take a deep dive on Daniel Bryan and his WWE future. Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 6:05: AEW  32:35: Through the Eyes of Isenberg  39:50: FTR Interview 1:02:27: Daniel Bryan in WWE 1:30:22: Waste of the Week 1:46:14: Golf Clap of the Week 1:51:13: Rumor Control 1:53:50: #LTGMailCall 2:09:10: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It's that time again for #LTGMania! Join Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Jordan Katz as they do a watch-along for WWE's WrestleMania XIX!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It is another edition of "Living The Gimmick!" Join Doug McDonald, Jon Alba, and Josh Isenberg as they break down the WWE releases, and discuss Samoa Joe's value to pro wrestling.  Plus, a look at AEW's big viewership number, and our Top 5 title chases in wrestling history! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 7:35: WWE  29:45: Through the Eyes of Isenberg  35:57: WWE/NXT 45:23: AEW 56:23: Golf Clap of the Week 1:00:51: Waste of the Week 1:02:20: Rumor Control 1:04:47: #LTGMailCall 1:24:18: Top 5       Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It is a WrestleMani edition of "Living The Gimmick!" Join Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg as they recap WrestleMania 37, NXT TakeOver: Stand and Deliver, and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 10:00: WWE WrestleMania/Waste of the Week 1:29:43: Through the Eyes of Isenberg  1:36:43: NXT TakeOver: Stand and Deliver 1:42:02: #LTGMailCall     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It is a LOADED edition of "Living The Gimmick," as Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg give their predictions for WWE WrestleMania, "NXT TakeOver: Stand and Deliver," and much more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome/Golf Clap of the Week 6:40: WWE WrestleMania/Waste of the Week 1:03:53: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 1 1:17:01: NXT TakeOver: Stand and Deliver 1:34:47:  Through the Eyes of Isenberg 2 1:43:19: AEW 1:51:52: NJPW 1:55:25: #LTGMailCall 2:17:23: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Connor Casey of Comicbook.com joins the show to preview WWE's biggest show of the year, WrestleMania, as well as what's happening with AEW, and more! Also, preview the WrestleMania card with Josh Isenberg! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 4:25: WrestleMania Preview 1:11:27: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 1:18:42:  NXT Talk 1:18:42:AEW Talk 1:27:27: Andrade Shoot Interview 1:42:24: AEW 1:49:27: Golf Clap of the Week 1:53:15: Waste of the Week 1:58:53: Rumor Control 2:04:19: #LTGMailCall 2:25:57: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug McDonald and Jon Alba review the WWE "Fastlane" PPV, and preview the upcoming WrestleMania card with Josh Isenberg! Plus, former WWE Champion Drew McIntyre hops on to go #BTG, discussing WrestleMania, COVID and WWE, Bobby Lashley, and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 4:50: WWE Fastlane 20:58: Waste of the Week/WWE 35:37: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 42:57: WrestleMania 59:16: Drew McIntyre Interview 1:23:49: AEW 1:30:00: Golf Clap of the Week 1:32:53: Rumor Control 1:37:30: #LTGMailCall 1:50:23: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug McDonald and Jon Alba break down all the latest news regarding WrestleMania, attendance, WWE's plans, and much more! Plus, Josh Isenberg joins to give "Fastlane" picks! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 3:05 Waste of the Week/WWE 55:37: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 1:04:06: NXT 1:07:14: AEW 1:19:30: Golf Clap of the Week 1:22:26: Rumor Control 1:26:05: #LTGMailCall 1:40:53: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug McDonald, Jon Alba, and Josh Isenberg break down THE BOMB that was "AEW Revolution," and identify where the promotion is going wrong vs. where it is going right. Plus, a look at potential changes coming to WWE NXT, Christian Cage's Top 5 matches in AEW, and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 5:11: AEW 1:21:21: AEW 1:33:07: Golf Clap of the Week 1:36:24: Waste of the Week 1:41:43: Rumor Control 1:43:49: #LTGMailCall 1:57:50: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey   "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution    

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug & Jon take a deep dive into WWE crowning Bobby Lashley WWE Champion! What does this mean going forward, and what is the significance of it? Plus, a preview of AEW "Revolution," and much more!  Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 5:26: WWE 46:44: AEW 1:11:22: Golf Clap of the Week 1:13:45: Waste of the Week 1:16:30: Rumor Control 1:19:33: #LTGMailCall 1:42:50: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug & Jon review the 2021 Elimination Chamber PPV, provide their first in-depth discussion about the upcoming two-night WrestleMania event, talk about what's happening with AEW, and more!  Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps: 0:00: Welcome 6:06: WWE: (Elimination Chamber Reaction) 44:00: Through the Eyes of Isenberg 52:13: WWE: (WrestleMania and NXT Talk) 1:10:00: AEW 1:20:49: Golf Clap of the Week 1:26:49: Waste of the Week 1:33:27: Rumor Control 1:38:53: #LTGMailCall 1:53:06: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh Jones Robert O'Reilly George Sin Tyler Speed Jasyn Massey Chris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platforms Bumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald, Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre), Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng), Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com), and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com). Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists!  Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug & Jon share their WWE Elimination Chamber 2021 predictions, recap NXT TakeOver: Vengeance Day, discuss Cody Rhodes' injury and what's going on with AEW Dynamite, and more!  Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome6:43: WWE: (Elimination Chamber Predictions)43:35: WWE: (NXT TakeOver: Vengeance Day Recap)1:02:18: AEW1:14:16: Golf Clap of the Week1:16:28: Waste of the Week1:20:10: Rumor Control1:24:02: #LTGMailCall1:39:05: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba and Doug McDonald discuss the odds of a potential collaboration between AEW and New Japan Pro Wrestling, and what that could mean for the American wrestling landscape.Plus, Josh Isenberg joins to make predictions for NXT TakeOver: Vengeance Day, some WWE talk, and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome10:27: AEW/NJPW36:22: WWE 47:37: NXT TakeOver: Vengeance Day 58:47: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:07:31: Golf Clap of the Week1:09:47: Waste of the Week1:17:45: Rumor Control1:21:33: #LTGMailCall1:39:03: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba and Doug McDonald run through the Royal Rumble card, and debate whether or not Edge and Bianca Belair were the right picks for WrestleMania 37. Josh Isenberg also joins to discuss the historical impact of Edge's win on WWE. Plus, a look at AEW Beach Break, and more!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome7:06: WWE51:30: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:08:00: NXT/WWE1:14:20: AEW1:24:00: Golf Clap of the Week1:28:19: Waste of the Week1:34:18: Rumor Control1:42:09: #LTGMailCall1:53:32: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution    

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba and Doug McDonald give a comprehensive breakdown of the WWE/NBC Universal deal that brings the WWE Network to Peacock. What does it mean for the future of WWE programming? Plus, Josh Isenberg joins to give picks for the upcoming "Royal Rumble" PPV!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome10:55: WWE59:34: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:08:00: NXT/WWE1:12:33: AEW1:19:38: Golf Clap of the Week1:22:35: Waste of the Week1:32:27: Rumor Control1:36:03: #LTGMailCall1:53:48: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living The Gimmick," join Jon Alba and Doug McDonald as they watch-along to "ECW Guilty As Charged 1999," as voted on by you for our annual January watch-along show! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today! Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg delve into one of the biggest angles in wrestling in some time, as Bullet Club hits AEW. What's next to come for the iconic stable in All Elite Wrestling? They discuss. Plus, a review of NXT: New Year's Evil, and Producer Josh hops on to discuss Wrestle Kingdom 15!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome11:18: AEW23:54: Through the Eyes of Isenberg35:20: NXT/WWE1:03:00: NJPW1:17:25: Golf Clap of the Week1:19:35: Waste of the Week1:21:44: Rumor Control1:24:35: #LTGMailCall1:37:09: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba and Doug McDonald reveal the 2020 Living The Gimmick Year-End Award winners! Who will take home the prizes? Find out! Plus, a review of AEW's Brodie Lee tribute, previewing NXT: New Year's Evil, and more!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome7:00: 2020 Living The Gimmick Year-End Awards54:35: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:02:28: AEW1:12:06: NXT/WWE1:26:47: Golf Clap of the Week1:28:27: Waste of the Week1:31:11: Rumor Control1:37:30: #LTGMailCall1:51:47: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution    

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg pay tribute to the life of former WWE and AEW star Jon Huber, also known as "Luke Harper" and "Brodie Lee."A discussion on the life of one of the most beloved talents of this era, journalism ethics, love, respect, and more as we close out 2020.   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today! Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution    

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba and Doug McDonald take you through the 2020 Living The Gimmick Year-End Award nominees! Who will take home the prizes? Hear our thoughts! Plus, a review of WWE's "TLC" PPV, Josh Isenberg's thoughts on the WWE women's division, and more!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Funeral for MITB6:30: Welcome10:30: 2020 Living The Gimmick Year-End Award Nominations37:40: WWE TLC 59:10: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:09:27: NXT1:13:22: AEW1:19:21: Golf Clap of the Week1:23:11: Waste of the Week1:28:50: Rumor Control1:33:40: #LTGMailCall1:48:44: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Jon Alba and a returning Doug McDonald take a deep dive into the emergence of Kenny Omega, the impact he makes on...Impact...and what's next for him in AEW! Plus, Josh Isenberg joins as the three give their "WWE TLC" predictions, and much more!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome15:18: AEW/Kenny Omega/Impact36:44: WWE TLC Predictions53:44: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:02:09: NXT1:05:30: Golf Clap of the Week1:08:21: Waste of the Week1:15:10: Rumor Control1:19:52: #LTGMailCall1:29:43: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn MasseyChris Rains "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

They're one of the most groundbreaking tag teams in the history of professional wrestling, and they join "Living The Gimmick" on #LTG269! Jon Alba and Doug McDonald are joined by the AEW Tag Team Champions, The Young Bucks, as they discuss "Winter Is Coming," Sting's debut, working with Impact, and more!For the rest of the episode, Jon and Josh Isenberg have your full review for "NXT TakeOver: War Games" and their Top 5 potential Sting matches in AEW! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome5:30: NXT TakeOver: War Games and WWE 33:51: AEW45:21: The Young Bucks Interview1:06:49: Golf Clap of the Week1:10:26: Waste of the Week1:14:44: Rumor Control1:19:14: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Chris RainsJosh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn Massey "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug McDonald and Jon Alba join you to watch-along with this retro-WWE PPV, "WWE Survivor Series" from 2002! Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn Massey "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, Doug 'O' Mac returns, and is joined by special guest host Connor Casey (from ComicBook.com)!   The duo share their thoughts on Taker's "final farewell," Survivor Series 2020, what their favorite Undertaker "return" was, and more!    Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome4:40: WWE Talk (Survivor Series, etc.)1:06:22: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:14:22: AEW1:26:25: Golf Clap of the Week1:31:42: Waste of the Week1:33:43: Rumor Control1:39:45: #LTGMailCall1:48:47: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn Massey "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

***NOTE*** THIS EPISODE WAS TAPED PRIOR TO MONDAY NIGHT RAW, AND PRIOR TO THE SAG-AFTRA STATEMENT REGARDING ZELINA VEGA It's one of the biggest stories of the year in pro wrestling, and Jon Alba and Josh Isenberg are here to break it down on this week's "Living The Gimmick" on #LTG266! Join the two as they discuss the prospect of WWE, pro wrestling, and unionization, while also making their picks for "Survivor Series!"Plus, some thoughts on AEW's big week, and is this the end for The Undertaker? Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome4:03: Zelina Vega/WWE Unionization31:45: Survivor Series52:38: NXT57:04: AEW1:12:30: Golf Clap of the Week1:15:22: Waste of the Week1:19:50: Rumor Control1:23:01: #LTGMailCall1:34:31: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn Massey "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

AEW may have delivered one of its best shows ever, and we're here to break it down on LTG 265! Join Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg as they look at "Full Gear," and look at the prospects of Eddie Kingston as a full-time top guy.Plus, a look ahead at WWE's "Survivor Series" show, New Japan's changes with the IWGP Heavyweight title picture, and more! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome5:35: AEW Full Gear47:27: Through The Eyes of Isenberg55:30: Eddie Kingston1:04:20: WWE Talk1:14:00: NJPW 1:19:57: Golf Clap of the Week1:22:44: Waste of the Week1:28:40: Rumor Control1:35:12: #LTGMailCall1:48:05: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn Massey "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution    

It's one of AEW's biggest cards ever, and we're making our picks on #LTG264! Join Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg as they break down the big show, and review NXT's Halloween Havoc special as well!Plus, some thoughts on Kylie Rae's retirement from professional wrestling. Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome/New LTG Patreon Tiers5:40: Kylie Rae14:00: AEW Full Gear40:21: NXT Halloween Havoc52:22: Through The Eyes of Isenberg1:02:43: WWE Talk1:13:24: Golf Clap of the Week1:16:20: Waste of the Week1:27:29: Rumor Control1:37:16: #LTGMailCall1:54:24: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler SpeedJasyn Massey "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

He's the most rambunctious member of The Dark Order, and he joins Jon Alba and Doug McDonald on this week's "Living The Gimmick!" AEW star John Silver goes #BTG with the boys discussing him finding his spot with AEW's most quirky group, "Being The Elite," a crazy WWE story, and much more!Plus, a comprehensive review of WWE's "Hell In A Cell" show! Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today! Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome/New LTG Patreon Tiers17:00: WWE Hell In A Cell/Waste of the Week44:50: NXT Halloween Havoc Preview49:51: AEW Talk1:02:00: BTG With John Silver1:38:00: Golf Clap of the Week1:41:13: Rumor Control1:47:31: #LTGMailCall1:59:40: Top 5  Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers: Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed"Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It's time for the season premieres for WWE TV, and we're taking it to task! Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg size up the new WWE rosters, preview "Hell In A Cell," and look at the big upcoming shows for NXT and AEW!Plus, did the right man win the G1 Climax? Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome8:48: WWE Rosters25:52: Through The Eyes of Isenberg35:37: Hell In A Cell Preview, NXT Talk58:10: AEW Talk1:11:18: Waste of the Week1:16:34: Golf Clap of the Week1:19:55 NJPW G1 Climax1:26:50: Rumor Control1:30:54: #LTGMailCall1:48:43: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

We're drafting goobers on this week's "Living The Gimmick!" Jon Alba and Doug McDonald break down the WWE Draft, and look at what kind of tough booking decisions NXT may need to make in the face of injury.Plus, could a door be opening between AEW and NJPW? If so, what are your dream matches? Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome11:57: WWE/NXT 48:43: AEW TV/Relationship With NJPW1:03:14: Golf Clap of the Week1:08:48: Waste of the Week1:14:04: Rumor Control1:19:34: #LTGMailCall1:27:48: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution    

On this week's "Living The Gimmick," Doug McDonald, Jon Alba, and Josh Isenberg give their thoughts on "NXT TakeOver: 31!" Which matches lived up to the hype, and did anything come up short?"Plus, Doug and Jon speak on the WWE Draft, the one-year anniversary of "AEW Dynamite," and what are our Top 5 Chris Jericho moments of all-time? Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome9:47: WWE/NXT TakeOver: 3139:00: Through the Eyes of Isenberg48:46: WWE TV1:05:05: AEW1:15:39: NJPW1:20:10: Golf Clap of the Week1:22:48: Waste of the Week1:26:10: Rumor Control1:31:25: #LTGMailCall1:42:16: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

We're bringing the LAYERS of storytelling to you on this week's "Living The Gimmick" with #LTG259! Join Jon Alba and Doug McDonald as they break down the WWE "Clash of Champions: Gold Rush" pay-per-view, while Josh Isenberg joins in to discuss the direction he'd like to see WWE take with the upcoming draft.Plus, the latest with AEW's COVID-19 situation, and more!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome6:10: WWE Clash of Champions: Gold Rush44:28: Through the Eyes of Isenberg51:02: NXT TakeOver Predictions1:03:36: AEW1:16:37: Golf Clap of the Week1:19:12: Waste of the Week1:28:34: Rumor Control1:35:28: #LTGMailCall1:52:20: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It's another edition of "Living The Gimmick" coming your way, as Jon Alba and Doug McDonald break down all the details of the latest WWE/COVID-19 outbreak, this time involving NXT. Josh Isenberg joins for a look at the "Clash of Champions" card, plus, the boys look into the official debut of RETRIBUTION.Plus, AEW's big main event match, and a breakdown of the G1 Climax 30!       Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome6:09: NXT/COVID-1929:47: WWE 36:46: Waste of the Week49:59: Clash of Champions Preview58:40: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:05:34: AEW Talk1:15:12: NJPW/G1 Climax 301:21:04: Golf Clap of the Week1:22:48: Rumor Control1:28:45: #LTGMailCall1:39:24: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It's time to get IN YOUR FACE on "Living The Gimmick," and for a little Retribution! Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg break down the situation with Retribution, and WWE's juxtaposition in building stars on the main roster.Plus, a look at why AEW may have been able to top 1 million viewers, a preview of the NJPW G1 Climax 30, and more!     Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome6:59: WWE/Retribution31:50: Through the Eyes of Isenberg48:43: AEW Talk1:01:13: NJPW/G1 Climax 301:08:24: Golf Clap of the Week1:12:07: Waste of the Week1:21:30: Rumor Control1:24:30: #LTGMailCall1:40:50: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

It's the Season 6 premiere of "Living The Gimmick," and things get controversial! Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg break down the Matt Hardy/AEW situation on the heels of the "All Out" PPV, and dissect the show itself as well.Plus, can WWE restrict third-party services for its talent?   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome3:29: Matt Hardy/Waste of the Week23:17: Through the Eyes of Isenberg34:19: AEW Talk1:19:05: WWE Talk1:48:12: Golf Clap of the Week/NXT Talk1:53:19: Rumor Control1:57:49: #LTGMailCall2:10:13: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

It's the season-finale of "Living The Gimmick," and it's quite the BIG S(TR)OW! Join Jon Alba and Doug McDonald as they take a look at where Brock Lesnar could end up as a free agent, review "WWE Payback," preview "AEW All Out," and more! Plus, why does Josh Isenberg think Braun Strowman deserves a pass from people? Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome8:34: WWE Talk49:54: Through the Eyes of Isenberg58:19: NXT Talk1:09:23: AEW Talk1:24:45: NJPW Talk1:27:17: Golf Clap of the Week1:30:18: Waste of the Week1:34:47: Rumor Control1:41:10: #LTGMailCall1:56:51: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

It's time for #LTGSlam! Join Jon Alba and Doug McDonald as they re-watch WWE "SummerSlam" from 1998, featuring The Rock vs. Triple H in a ladder match for the Intercontinental Championship, "Stone Cold" Steve Austin vs. The Undertaker, and more!Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today! Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," Jon Alba, Doug McDonald, and Josh Isenberg break down all the crazy weekend that was in wrestling! Comprehensive reviews of WWE SummerSlam and NXT TakeOver: XXX, and a look ahead at Payback!Plus, what did this week mean for The Dark Order as they look to take over AEW Dynamite? Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome6:11: WWE/NXT Talk1:02:00: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:11:01: AEW Talk1:18:27: Golf Clap of the Week1:25:53: Waste of the Week1:30:05: Rumor Control1:34:40: #LTGMailCall1:46:45: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution  

On this edition of "Living the Gimmick," it's time to enter THE WWE THUNDERDOME! Jon Alba and Doug McDonald break down all the details of WWE's newest production experiment. Will it pay dividends?Plus, Josh Isenberg joins in as the boys break down "SummerSlam" and "NXT TakeOver: XXX." Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome14:00: WWE/NXT Talk1:08:50: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:17:14: AEW Talk1:33:02: Golf Clap of the Week1:36:52: Waste of the Week1:39:50: Rumor Control1:42:06: #LTGMailCall1:53:42: Top 5     Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution    

On this edition of Living the Gimmick, we examine what was a great week for the Wednesday Night War, how RAW did many things right on 8/09 heading into Summerslam, while Smackdown is consistently unwatchable. All this and more, coming your way on #LTG252!   Josh Isenberg also shares his thoughts on Retribution and what's going on in WWE. Listen now!   Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome04:14: AEW Talk43:40: NXT/WWE Talk1:11:30: Through the Eyes of Isenberg1:19:14: WWE Summerslam Preview1:23:40: Golf Clap of the Week1:24:33: Waste of the Week1:32:40: Rumor Control1:35:51: #LTGMailCall1:53:20: Top 5   Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution

We're celebrating FIVE years of "Living The Gimmick" on #LTG251! Join Jon Alba and Doug McDonald as they take you down a trip of some of their favorite memories over the last five years, and reflect on the show!Plus, Josh Isenberg joins in to discuss WWE and RAW's changes, while the boys dig in to what made AEW a bit of a misstep this past week. Become a Patron of Living The Gimmick! Gain access to EXCLUSIVE video/audio content, LTG merchandise, & more by visiting Patreon.com/livingthegimmick & becoming a #LTGPatron today!   Time Stamps:0:00: Welcome/Five Years of LTG15:05: WWE/NXT Talk49:01: Through The Eyes of Isenberg 1:06:47: AEW Talk1:18:20: Golf Clap of the Week1:23:20: Waste of the Week1:30:40: Rumor Control1:35:24: #LTGMailCall2:03:23: Top 52:15:59: Best of LTG Songs   Emmy-Award Winning Tier Patron Producers:  Josh JonesRobert O'ReillyGeorge SinTyler Speed "Hooked" by Clementine available across all streaming platformsBumper/Advertisement music credits belongs to Doug McDonald,Adam Massacre (www.youtube.com/user/MrAdammassacre),Zombie Thirteen (www.youtube.com/channel/UCtjeOqzWbHVTEmvVGmvclng),Fesliyan Studios (www.fesliyanstudios.com),and Kevin MacLeod (www.incompetech.com).Please visit all three sites to check out and support these great artists! Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution