McGuire on Wrestling

SummerSlam '89: Where Legends Were Made and Champions Rose! Remember the roar of the crowd? The earth-shattering impact of a body slam? The thrill of victory and the agony of defeat? You're remembering SummerSlam '89! which is this week's topic on Legends and Champions.  This pivotal event saw the biggest names in professional wrestling collide, creating moments that would resonate for decades. From the unparalleled power of Hulk Hogan to the undeniable charisma of "Macho Man" Randy Savage, every legend left their mark. Witness The Ultimate Warrior's raw intensity and the technical mastery of teams like The Brain Busters and The Hart Foundation. SummerSlam '89 was a night of defining performances, solidifying the legacies of these incredible champions and legends. Catch up on the matches that shaped an era! Thank you for checking out this podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

Fresh off of the first ever 2-night edition of WWE SummerSlam from MetLife Stadium, Mike McGuire takes us through some of your thoughts from a very predictable, but very surprising series of happenings. The shocking return of Brock Lesnar is the biggest story in pro wrestling.  Two years since last appearing in WWE, amid a circle of controversy, Lesnar's surprise return at the end of night 2 has people talking - for MANY reasons. One of those people is The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer, who joins us on the show to talk about just that, as well as some other fallout from SummerSlam Weekend. Then, it's all about YOU and your feedback with another edition of YAY/BOO! Subscribe to "Celebrate Wrestling" wherever you get your podcasts, and at www.celebratewrestling.com !

Recorded on Saturday morning, Mitch Hontzias flies solo in this week's ACT, and hours before the card started, Mitch gives some unbelievable picks for night 1, as we head into night 2 tonight!  

Do you remember the yellow and red? The 24-inch pythons? The moments that made you believe?    Legends and Champions invites you to step back in time with our special episode, 'Remembering Hulk Hogan.'    Join us as we meticulously explore the incredible legacy of Hulk Hogan, sharing our personal memories of the Hulkster alongside archive footage and moments from his career.    We welcome guest contributors from the world of UK wrestling promotions and podcasts Dan Barnsdall and Lee Tyers, as well as our very own "Wiseman" Joe Aguinaldo, we'll be featuring your comments, the loyal listeners.    We'll dissect legendary matches like the WrestleMania 2 main event, his epic clash at WrestleMania VI, and his later work at WrestleMania X-8 and XIX.    Beyond the squared circle, we'll delve into his monumental influence on pop culture, his unforgettable role in Rocky III, the cult classic Suburban Commando, and so much more. Tune in to 'Remembering Hulk Hogan' – a definitive look back at one of wrestling's true icons." 

This week, it's episode 100 for Mitch and Dimitri!  Their episode will also be featuring on the radio this week in place of McGuire on Wrestling in some markets, but that show returns later this week as well! Join the gWo as they share their feelings after the passing of Hulk Hogan, as well as take a look at the upcoming two-night WWE SummerSlam card!    

Arguably the most influential performer in modern history for the professional wrestling world has died.  Not without controversy, Terry Bollea brought the larger than life superhero, Hulk Hogan to life in a way that transcended all forms of sports and entertainment.  To this day, the character of Hulk Hogan remains the most recognized around the world. While recent events towards the end of his life may have skewed some long-time fans, Canadian wrestling broadcasting legend Dan "The Mouth" Lovranski joins Mike McGuire for a special one-on-one discussion about Hulk Hogan - one of what will likely be many over the next coming weeks. There will be a late-posting edition of McGuire on Wrestling next week due to a scheduled vacation, but please feel free to offer your thoughts on Hulk Hogan's career and legacy on our Facebook group, or in the comments to this special episode.  

A quick update announcing the passing away of Terry Bollea, aka Hulk Hogan.  More to come.

Remember the Hammerstein Ballroom? The roar of the crowd? The night the rebels came home? This week, we're turning the clock back exactly 20 years on a brand new episode of Legends and Champions!  Andy and Stefan are dissecting one of the most influential and emotional wrestling shows ever: ECW One Night Stand 2005. Join the guys as they break down: Paul Heyman's epic "shoot" promo that tore the house down. The unbelievable brutality and respect in Mike Awesome vs. Masato Tanaka. The raw emotion of The Sandman's entrance through the ECW faithful. The legacy of the show and its impact on the wrestling world. It's a love letter to the Land of Extreme you don't want to miss. Episode is LIVE now! Click the link in our bio to listen!   Thank you for checking out this podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com #ECW #OneNightStand2005 #Wrestling #Podcast #LegendsAndChampions #PaulHeyman #TommyDreamer #RobVanDam #WrestlingHistory #WWE #OnThisDay

This week, it's an extended show as we take you back INSIDE the building for AEW's All In: Texas with a fan who was AT the show! Also, The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and Mike discuss Goldberg's frustration following his retirement match at WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event, the reset button being hit in AEW and WWE's SummerSlam build among other things. Then, in a rare opinion piece, Mike McGuire gives his thoughts on Goldberg's antics post SNME, including Joe Aguinaldo to (perhaps) help balance things out. Agree or disagree, have your say on the Celebrate Wrestling Facebook Page! Thank you for checking out this week's episode! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

Your weekly TV review from the hilarious mouths, and sometimes minds behind the gWo is back for another run! After the insanely busy weekend in pro wrestling last week, the guys give their thoughts on who won the weekend, and what stood out! Also, the guys talk about: - The Follow-up from WWE and AEW to their big weekends - Their favourite matches coming out of all the shows - The Alternate Scenario including: - Will Ospreay and Bryan Danielson Karaoke - Wrestling on the ESPYs - "The WRESTLYs" and much more! Thank you for checking out The A-C-T! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

The Legends and Champions podcast is turning back the clock to one of the most monumental and controversial nights in professional wrestling history. In its upcoming episode, the show will provide a deep dive into the 2001 Survivor Series, the epic culmination of the chaotic and unforgettable Invasion angle. Twenty-four years ago, the war between the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) and The Alliance (a coalition of World Championship Wrestling and Extreme Championship Wrestling) reached its boiling point. The main event was a "Winner Take All" 5-on-5 Survivor Series elimination match that promised to forever change the landscape of sports entertainment. Join the Legends and Champions crew as they break down the star-studded main event that pitted Team WWF's The Rock, Chris Jericho, The Undertaker, Kane, and Big Show against The Alliance's "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, Kurt Angle, Rob Van Dam, Booker T, and Shane McMahon. The podcast will analyze the shocking betrayal that led to the downfall of The Alliance and dissect the lasting impact of this legendary match. Survivor Series 2001 was more than just a pay-per-view; it was the explosive conclusion to a storyline that brought together the biggest names from three major promotions, We'll explore the incredible pressure these athletes were under and the moments that have been etched in wrestling fans' memories for over two decades. Beyond the iconic main event, the episode will also revisit the stacked undercard, which featured several high-stakes title unification matches, including: WCW United States Championship vs. WWF Intercontinental Championship: Edge vs. Test WCW Tag Team Championship vs. WWF Tag Team Championship in a Steel Cage: The Dudley Boyz vs. The Hardy Boyz You can expect a nostalgic journey, filled with expert analysis, little-known details, and a celebration of the legendary figures who defined an era. Thank you for checking out this podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

McGuire on Wrestling 113 - Punished With Content! AEW presented their long-awaited ALL IN: Texas PPV, just to be countered by WWE with 3 extra programs from Atlanta, George this past weekend. Mike McGuire and The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer take you through as much of the weekend as they can in the hour, including: - Injury updates on Seth Rollins and Adam Cole - Backstage news going into all the events - Analysis of some of the biggest moments from the weekend - The pros and cons of so much wrestling in one weekend to watch - and more! Plus, we fit in some of YOUR feedback, with Part 1 of the "Yay/Boo" feedback on the weekend, focusing exclusively on AEW ALL IN: TEXAS! Thank you for checking out this week's episode! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

Your weekly TV review from the hilarious mouths, and sometimes minds behind the gWo is back for another run! This week, Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias give THEIR picks for AEW ALL IN: Texas, WWE SNME, WWE Evolution and more as this show was recorded BEFORE the broadcasts! This week includes: - The guys give their picks for the busiest wrestling weekend in recent memory! - Why WWE should be bothered about how they handled Evolution - The Alternate Scenario and more! Thank you for checking out The A-C-T! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

Do you remember where you were when Shane McMahon appeared on Monday Nitro? Do you remember the excitement of seeing WCW and ECW stars on WWF television for the first time? The WWE Invasion was a time of dream matches and "what ifs." It was a storyline that, for all its flaws, created some of the most memorable moments of the era. From Rob Van Dam's incredible Hardcore Championship win to the jaw-dropping conclusion of the "Inaugural Brawl," it was a night that had us all talking. If you want to relive that chaotic and exciting time in wrestling history, then you need to check out our latest episode of Legends and Champions. We're breaking down the entire Invasion pay-per-view, from the opening bell to that shocking finale. Thank you for checking out this podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

The best/worst weekend for being a wrestling fan in 2025 is coming our way, as between the two big North American companies, they look to monopolize every waking hour this weekend with some sort of Premium content. AEW's biggest show of the year, ALL IN: Texas, is shaping up to be just that.  With some major feuds coming to a head, The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins Mike McGuire to go over the card, including mega matches like Toni Storm v. Mercedes Mone, Jon Moxley v. Adam Page, and the turning it back match of Okada v. Omega among others! Plus, in what will likely be the biggest spectacle of the weekend, Bill Goldberg looks to retire as WWE World Heavyweight Champion against Gunther in Goldberg's hometown of Atlanta, GA.  Will this match be what everyone is talking about on Monday? What of WWE Evolution 2 and the NXT Great American Bash? Ring of Honor's PPV as well?  Will these be sleeper shows among fans, or are they doomed due to their surroundings? Plus, an exciting announcement involving our friend Joe Aguinaldo, and the return of a missing Celebrate Wrestling Podcast! Thank you for checking out this week's episode! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

Your weekly TV review from the hilarious mouths, and sometimes minds behind the gWo is back for another run! This week, Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias take you through the week of TV as AEW inches closer to All In: Texas, and WWE has a 3 PLE weekend! This week includes: - Has Rhea Ripley become... boring? - Mercedes Mone - why aren't all her belts on the line... or are they? - The novel concept of a Texas Death Match... in Texas. - The Alternate Scenario and more! Thank you for checking out The A-C-T! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

This week, we have a loaded show for you covering a LOT of happenings in the week of pro wrestling, and it starts with some news coming out of WWE's lastest effort in Saudi Arabia, the Night of Champions PLE. We run down the card with The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer, including some of the news before and after the event, as well as both WWE and AEW utilizing outside promotions to further storylines, and much more.  Plus, we get YOUR feedback with another interactive edition of "YAY/BOO!" Then, The French-Canadian Frankenstein, PCO returns to McGuire on Wrestling, as he gets ready to enter a House of Pain match against the monstrous Dan Maff!  Find out what PCO has to say about this match, including the late-developing addition of Billy Gunn as special referee.  That match, and many more take place at Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling's "Resurrection" PPV this Saturday in Montreal! Thank you for checking out this week's episode! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

Your weekly TV review from the hilarious mouths, and sometimes minds behind the gWo is back for another run! This week, Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias take you through the week of TV leading up to today's WWE Night of Champions (already in progress at posting). This week includes: - Noticeable pivots on WWE's Raw and Smackdown, including CM Punk's "throwback" promo on SD. - AEW is on fire leading up to All In: Texas - A new "Golden Greek"? - The Alternate Scenario: Worst factions - and much more! Thank you for checking out The A-C-T! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

If you listen to one podcast on this feed this year, make it this one.  Sage "Mo" Morin presents as a proud Indigenous woman who wrestles across Canada and beyond.  That is just the past 3 years of her story though. Behind "The Matriarch", the proud Cree Warrior that comes to the ring in traditional influenced gear and rocks to the ring to Halluci Nation's "Electric Pow Wow" is a loving mother who has endured the challenges of growing up in Canada during a journey of reconciliation.  That is a challenge shared by millions, but would only be exacerbated later in her life, as she and her family would suffer a level of tragedy that few may ever understand. Listener discretion is advised, as this conversation includes topics that may be disturbing to some. Find The Matriarch on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMatriarchMPW   Find The Matriarch on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deadliestdiva   Thank you for checking out this special podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others. Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others. The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more! To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

This episode of Legends of Champions tackles the tough questions surrounding the Legends of the Wrestling business. We explore the unique dynamic of wrestling conventions, the power of fan interactions, and critically examine the responsibility major wrestling companies have to their past heroes. Is enough being done? What should be done? Tune in for a candid discussion that will make you think. Thank you for checking out this podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com   #WrestlingLegends #PodcastDiscussion #LegendsOfChampions #WrestlingIndustry #FanSupport #ProWrestling

Meet Levi Night - from small town Saskatchewan to the mystical world of professional wrestling, find out how a shared dream became his pro-wrestling career catalyst. From travelling across Canada to a stint in Mexico, find out how pro-wrestling has already introduced Levi Night to experiences many of us only imagine. To find out more about Levi: Levi Night on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/levi_night/?hl=en Levi Night on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Levi-Night-100090804175188/   Thank you for checking out this special podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others. Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others. The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more! To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

It's a LOADED show for you this week, as John Cena drops a pipe bomb of his own, a top RAW star is shelved and AEW shows us just how cool it is to do a show in Arena Mexico! Join Mike McGuire this week for a rundown of the latest headlines, including an update on Liv Morgan's brutal - although seemingly simple - shoulder injury.  Also, big updates on what could be happening with Night of Champions should tensions in the middle-east continue to escalate with US involvement and much more. Also this week, another MOW Independent Spotlight preview. You'll meet Indigenous wrestler Sage Morin - known now as "The Matriarch".  This is a story you won't believe when you hear the preview, and you'll want to make sure you don't miss the full interview posting later this week. Plus, although an MMA story, Mike, Dave Meltzer and Joe Aguinaldo dive a little into the sudden (and repeated) retirement announcement by Jon "Bones" Jones. Thank you for checking out this week's episode! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

John Cena drops a Pipe-Bomb, Bill Goldberg is the Father's Day gift the Greeks didn't ask for, and AEW does Mexico right! Take a break with Mitch and Dimitri as they go through the week of televised pro-wrestling, with their favourite and not-so favourite moments of the WWE and AEW offerings. Also, Wooden Spoons return, as does the Alternative Scenario and more!  It's always a blast chatting wrestling with the gWo! Thank you for checking out The A-C-T! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

Do you remember where you were when the future of wrestling arrived? It was May 29th, 2014. The event was simply called… TakeOver. The very first one. A show that wasn't just another PPV; it was a statement. A declaration that the next generation was here, and they were ready to steal the show. On the new episode of Legends and Champions, we're doing a deep dive into this historic night. We're talking about the match that truly kickstarted the Women's Revolution: Charlotte Flair versus Natalya, with their legendary family members at ringside. A match that laid the foundation for everything that came next. Plus, we'll dissect the incredible main event that put the NXT Championship on the map—Adrian Neville versus Tyson Kidd in a breathtaking athletic contest. We explore the moments, the legacy, and the birth of the brand that would define an era of wrestling. Thank you for checking out this special podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com

WWE's Natalya is set to make history once again as one of the greatest wrestlers in the world.  Besides her storied WWE career, Nattie has been given incredible recognition by one of the most respected organizations in the history of professional wrestling.  This week, Mike McGuire and Joe Aguinaldo will touch on her amazing work to date, as well as her legacy beyond her own career. Also this week, from Legends and Champions, Stefan Bennet joins the show with YOUR feedback on Jey Uso's World Championship rein coming to an end.  Was it the right move, or does it signal trouble for the "Main Event" moving forward? Plus, a preview of another MOW Independent Spotlight - you'll meet LEVI NIGHT, a pro-wrestler mainly out of the Edmonton area now, but has roots in a small town in Saskatchewan. Finally, as part of this week's show, you'll meet Rowan, a fan that reminds us all why we got into this crazy thing we love called Pro Wrestling to begin with! Thank you for checking out this special podcast! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com    

This week, Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis play the numbers game in more ways than one.  While we can't guarantee their fact-checking (for legal reasons anyway), join the gWo for a look at all things wrestling including the fallout from WWE's Money in the Bank, the buildup to "Timeless" Toni Storm and Mercedes Mone at AEW All In: Texas, the return of Ron Killings and much more! Plus, in the Alternate Scenario, the guys offer TKO some cash saving tips for the future! Thank you for checking out The A-C-T! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com  

You know the legends, you remember the glory... but what happens when the heroes don't quite deliver? This week on Legends and Champions, we're diving headfirst into a pay-per-view so legendary, it's notorious! We're talking about Heroes of Wrestling! The show that promised a grand return for your favorite stars of yesteryear, but delivered... well, something entirely different. From out-of-shape legends to eyebrow-raising commentary, and a main event that has to be seen to be believed – and then some! Join Andy Evans and Stefan Bennett, as they unearth the untold stories, the bizarre decisions, and the jaw-dropping moments that made "Heroes of Wrestling" an instant, unforgettable, and often cringeworthy classic of wrestling history. We'll explore the build-up, the backstage chaos, and the infamous performances that sealed its fate as one of the most talked-about, and often ridiculed, events of all time. If you thought you'd seen it all in wrestling, prepare yourself for a journey into the deepest, darkest corners of the industry! Don't miss this wild, honest, and hilariously grim look at Heroes of Wrestling!

Last week, wrestlers, fans, and friends of Ron Killings all expressed their disappointment and shock at the news that TKO/WWE failed to come to an agreement to keep Ron Killings, aka R-Truth, on the roster. After a groundswell of #WeWantTruth on social media began taking over live audiences at wrestling shows, including WWE TV, it appears as though the company has pulled a 180 and reached a new deal with the beloved veteran. That said, a LOT of other things happened this week in pro wrestling, including two Premium Live Events, new champions crowned, the build to a major stadium show and much more. Dave Meltzer from The Wrestling Observer helps us break down some of the stories this week, but YOUR feedback also returns with a full Yay!/Boo! segment all about WWE's Money in the Bank PLE. Joe Aguinaldo is back to help navigate the Yay/Boo, plus much more on this week's show! Thank you for checking out this special podcast! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more!   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com  

The most entertaining pod in pro wrestling tv reviews is back for another week, as Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias come to you with another edition of The Alternate Commentary Table! This week, did the gWo unknowingly cause R-Truth's release from WWE? Also, as WWE's Money in the Bank takes place tonight, the guys give their picks going into the PLE. A new feature, "Quick Tags" sees the guys take on some instant questions.  They also look at the jump in interest in NXT, Okada v. Omega, MJF with The Hurt Syndicate and more! Thank you for checking out The A-C-T! Join us every week for FREE podcasts including:McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others.   Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others.   To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com  

From being one of Kenny Omega's earliest trainers and influences, to touring the world and appearing in rings from as far and wide, "The Zombie Killer", Mentallo continues to thrill and mystify fans with his unique character and stunning wrestling style. Behind the mask is someone who still carries as much passion for pro-wrestling as the day he began - almost 27 years ago!  In this edition of the MOW Independent Spotlight, hear from the man who chose an outlandish and charismatic avatar to create a narrative based on what you see in the ring, NOT just the person playing the part. Find Mentallo at: Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/mentallothezombiekiller Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mentallo.canada Thank you for checking out this special podcast!  Join us every week for FREE podcasts including: McGuire on Wrestling - Sundays featuring news, interviews, weekly analysis from The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer and others. Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - The perfect throwback show with a UK perspective, often joined by Stefan Bennett and others. The Alternate Commentary Table: Calgary's Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis bring you a hilarious, fan-based sports-talk style review of the week of wrestling on TV in North America and more! To hear these shows and more for FREE, just subscribe wherever you're hearing this now, or visit www.celebratewrestling.com  

This week on Legends and Champions, we're stepping back into a forgotten arena! You know the giants, you remember the epic clashes, but what about the road less traveled? The promotions that burned bright, however briefly, or dared to challenge the status quo? This week, we're pulling back the curtain on a truly unique experiment... the XWF! Join Andy Evans as he dissects the brainchild of wrestling legends, a promotion that aimed to be the alternative, the next big thing, featuring a roster stacked with familiar faces from the Attitude Era and beyond. Was it a revolutionary concept or a noble failure? We'll dive deep into its ambitious launch, its incredible talent pool, and what ultimately happened to the XWF dream. From Hogan to Flair, from the early 2000s wrestling landscape to the untold stories behind the scenes – if you thought you knew wrestling history, think again! Don't miss this illuminating, entertaining, and perhaps even a little controversial look at the XWF! Find Legends and Champions wherever you get your podcasts by searching for Celebrate Wrestling. 

After a busy weekend on the road for your host, Mike McGuire returns with another look back at the week in wrestling, with the late-breaking news that after his latest SEVENTEEN YEAR run, Ron "The Truth" Killings, aka R-Truth, is no longer a WWE Superstar. Hours later, it would be revealed that Puerto Rico's CARLITO would ALSO be released from the company.  We will discuss Carlito more next week, but this week we focus on R-Truth, as Joe Aguinaldo and Mike look back at some of their favourite moments as fans. The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer is back to talk business, including the shocking announcement that former WWE Head of Talent Relations, John Laurenaitis was dropped from the high-profile human trafficking lawsuit involving Vince McMahon. Together, Dave and Mike also discuss Vince McMahon's reported new venture company, Jonathan Coachman's belief that Vince wants to buy back WWE, AEW All Out Toronto, and more. Plus, a preview of an upcoming Independent Spotlight, focusing on a multi-year veteran who has been around the world and still loves doing it some 27 years in, Winnipeg Manitoba's "Zombie Killer", MENTALLO! Thank you for supporting and subscribing to our podcasts!  To get a deal on exclusive merch, and support the shows other ways, please visit www.celebratewrestling.com, or join our Facebook page for exclusive discounts: https://www.facebook.com/groups/celebratewrestling  

It's time for your two favourite fans, Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis to walk you through the week of pro wrestling TV again.  From AEW to WWE and all points in between of one of the busiest weeks in US and Canadian based pro wrestling companies, they've got you covered! This week, the leaders of the Greek World Order have opposite views on WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event from last week... or do they? Also: Has AEW become the best pound-for-pound bang for your buck wrestling promotion? Has WWE sold out their fanbase since the Netflix deal? Are the Wyatt Sicks still effective? A look at the upcoming WWE Money in the Bank PLE A first for the Greek of the Week, and more! Thank you for listening!  We invite you to join our online community, the Celebrate Wrestling Facebook page! Also, join the page for a chance to save some money on the gWo T-shirt, available for order now until June 15, 2025!  

Wrestling fans, history makers, and champions of the squared circle—it's time to rewind the clock and revisit one of the most electrifying nights in TNA history! Unbreakable 2005 wasn't just another PPV; it was a defining moment in professional wrestling. Join us as we break down the legendary Triple Threat Match that pitted AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, and Christopher Daniels against one another in a battle that has gone down as one of the greatest matches of all time. From jaw-dropping athleticism to storytelling at its finest, this is one bout that still has the wrestling world buzzing decades later. How did TNA craft such a perfect storm? Did this match change the trajectory of the X-Division forever? What made Styles, Joe, and Daniels the ultimate trio in wrestling magic? Whether you watched it live or are experiencing it for the first time, Legends and Champions is here to give you the deep dive, historical perspective, and expert analysis on TNA's only 5-star rated match! For more on our shows, and how you can support, please visit www.celebratewrestling.com  

After one of the busiest weeks in Western Hemisphere televised wrestling, Mike McGuire tries to break down some of the biggest events and gets some help from a couple familiar voices. First, Joe Aguinaldo returns from another big live event, this time at TNA Wrestling's Under Siege.  He gives a match-by-match report based on his personal experience, and why the only thing that may have ruined the show for him didn't happen in the ring! Then, The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer is back, and he and Mike get caught up on the past couple of weeks including a possible rehabilitation for "Hangman" Adam Page's character, Trick Williams as the new TNA Champion, Joe Hendry's WWE future, and much more. Plus, Dave also gives his thoughts on ECW and hardcore wrestling icon SABU, just weeks after his passing. Thank you for supporting our shows!  Get exclusive merch and more at www.celebratewrestling.com 

It's time to jump back into the kitchen... or studio... and join Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias for the most entertaining Pro Wrestling TV recap show on the internet! This week, the guys dive into: - Roxanne Perez prying her way into the Judgment Day - Money in the Bank - A preview of tonight's May 2025 Saturday Night's Main Event - AEW's promo-heavy Dynamite - MJF in The Hurt Syndicate - Becky Lynch v. Jamie Hayter - A closer look at AEW's Double or Nothing card tomorrow night - The Greek of the Week, The Alternate Scenario and more! GWO shirts are on sale NOW at www.celebratewrestling.com!  HOWEVER - get $5 off, a free Celebrate Wrestling sticker, and discounted shipping by ordering DIRECTLY at mcguireshow@yahoo.com! (Offer extended to June 15th, 2025)  

Coming up on this edition of Legends and Champions, we break down the topic of who is the greatest wrestling manager of all time, looking back at the icons from yesteryear.    As well as this, Andy talks about why there was no LAC last week, the new toy and his newfound love of pro wrestling books. All this and more on this week's Legends and Champions -  part of the Celebrate Wrestling network.    Subscribe to the podcast feed by searching for Celebrate Wrestling on all main podcast providers and join in the action with the Alternate Commentary Table, McGuire on Wrestling and many more.   www.celebratewrestling.com

Meet Scorpious... a regular guy who dresses like a gladiator, rides a motorcycle and has a dream of being a pro wrestler.  At just 20 years old, Scorpious has managed to overcome several obstacles to become one of the fastest rising stars in Western Canada, and has his sights set on seeing what's out there. A student of The Nightmare Factory, as well as some well known independent wrestlers in Canada, hear how Scorpious has been learning as he goes, and what it's like trying to get noticed in a very busy wrestling world. Scorpious on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scorpiouswrestling/ Find out more about our shows at www.celebratewrestling.com  

It's the Victoria Day long weekend in Canada, but we're here with another chat into the week of wrestling. Mike McGuire and Joe Aguinaldo take you through some of the week's news, including an update on the murder trial for a former WWE talent, the lineup for WWE's Saturday Night's Main Event with John Cena and R-Truth, and more. Plus, Joe is headed to TNA Under Siege in Brampton, Ontario next week.  We look over the card and get Joe's thoughts going into the card. Also, updates on Nattie Neidhart's appearance in the NWA, Jim Ross and much more. To find out more about our shows, visit www.celebratewrestling.com  

The gWo are back, and Mitch and Dimitri pull no punches in this loaded episode! A week removed from WWE Backlash, where do they stand on the matches of the night?  They'll make their picks, as well as give their thoughts on Randy Orton vs. John Cena in 2025. Then, the boys are off to AEW Dynamite, wondering if we will ever see the actual AEW Championship again, and much more. Finally, the Alternate Scenario goes EXTREME, and the guys even get serious for a minute about MONEY - and how much it costs to go to wrestling events as well as UFC in Montreal! Limited supplies are available for shipping TODAY of the gWo and Celebrate Wrestling shirts.  For more information, follow Celebrate Wrestling on Facebook, or head to www.celebratewrestling.com  

This week, join Mike McGuire as he and Joe Aguinaldo go through some of the latest events in pro wrestling as WWE returned with another PLE just 3 weeks after WrestleMania: BACKLASH! Also, we discuss the influence of SABU, the ECW legend who sadly passed away this weekend, and Joe gives us a first-hand account from Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling's latest event, "Northern Rising"! In addition, you'll meet Scorpious - a very young, but very dedicated indy wrestler who is quickly making a name for himself, and getting some BIG help along the way. Thank you for supporting our shows!  Please subscribe, tell your friends, and support the show other ways at www.celebratewrestling.com  

Ahead of WWE's Backlash St. Louis, Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis run down the card, and give you their picks! Plus, Mitch has the Alternate Scenario, and Dimitri has wooden spoons ready to hand out! It's a great preview to WWE's upcoming PLE, as well as some other fun banter about wrestling on TV this past week!

Coming up this week on Legends and Champions, we begin our journey to cover the career of the legendary WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus.    On this episode we talk about her beginning within the WWE, the infamous angle with Mr McMahon and a whole lot more.    As well as this, with WWE Backlash coming this Saturday from St. Louis, Stefan and Andy give their picks on the card released so far.   

This week, Mike McGuire is back with the team to talk all about some of the stories from the industry side of pro wrestling. Following news of some 17 WWE talents and several office members being cut, The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins in to go over some of the names and how things could pan out for them in their next steps. Also, AEW seems to be diving deeper into less complex, more compelling storylines as of late.  Is there a hunger for more of this type of content, or do the matches still matter most for Tony Khan's company. Plus, Celebrate Wrestling's Joe Aguinaldo joins the show as he and Mike talk about how we as fans take releases personally, and together also preview the upcoming Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling "Northern Rising" event, taking place at the former Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto! Exciting news about Celebrate Wrestling and gWo t-shirts!  Pre-orders continue now, but if you order before May 10, they will ship THAT WEEK!  Find out how you can also get a discount on the Celebrate Wrestling Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/celebratewrestling) Find out more about our shows at www.celebratewrestling.com Thanks for listening!

Is "The Trifecta of Terror" a thing in WWE?  If so... BLECCH! Join Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis for their weekly take on whatever pro wrestling they watched this week on TV including AEW Dynamite, WWE Monday Night Raw, and all points in between. Also, is there a barber shop window in the future for the gWo?  Hear what happens when Mitch and Dimitri pick  who would win in different matches between THEMSELVES! Other takes include the return of Becky Lynch, The ELITE need to bring in a new member, should we forget about Samoa Joe and Jon Moxley(?), and whether or not MJF should be a part of The Hurt Syndicate! gWo shirts will be SHIPPING EARLY IF ORDERED NOW!  Deadline is May 10th, 2025 for early shipping, but pre-orders continue at www.celebratewrestling.com SAVE $5 and get a free sticker with your order if you order through our special offer on the Celebrate Wrestling Facebook page!    

This week, we go back in time to April 1992, and to the Sheffield Arena for the UK Rampage 1992. This is a show full of conversation, tangents and laughter, we break down the card and the matches plus talk about why WCW wasnt successful during it's run on ITV.    As well as this.... we ask the question, why is the UK Rampage 1991 not on streaming?    Keep up to date with all the shows on the Celebrate Wrestling podcast feed or on social media by searching "Celebrate Wrestling" on facebook. 

We're back for another look at some of the biggest conversations around professional wrestling, a week after WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas.  The big question following the last week - was John Cena v. Cody Rhodes "one of the WORST WrestleMania main events of all time"?  According to our regular contributor, the Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer?  Yes. Mike McGuire walks you through the news, but we look to dive into this dubious distinction for a match, including Dave's own response to the statement. Plus, from the Legends and Champions podcast, Stefan Bennett and Mike compare EVERY WrestleMania main event match to show that maybe Cena/Rhodes wasn't the WORST. To support our shows, please join the Celebrate Wrestling Facebook page.  For a limited time, a run of T-shirts is now posted at www.celebratewrestling.com, but check our Facebook page for an exclusive deal!  

The dust has settled on WrestleMania 41, and Mitch Hontzias with Dimitri Korolis walk us through the week after on WWE and AEW Television. Was the Raw after Wrestlemania worthy of the lore that comes with the show?  Did the results meet the expectations of the gWo? Was The Rock RIGHT to interview so shortly after the show and explain his absence? Thank you for supporting our shows!  To find out how you can get a limited release gWo T-Shirt, join the Celebrate Wrestling Facebook page for a special offer of $5 off!    

Coming up this week, we go back in time and look at the phenomenon of RAW after Wrestlemania. What does it mean to wrestling fans, and why do we normally get excited about it.    We look at some of the most monumental moments and some that wrent so good..... the pandemic era.    All this and a lot more on Legends and Champions this week. 

It's the day after WrestleMania 41, and we've had a few hours to process it all now.  Joe Aguinaldo, Andy Evans and Stefan Bennett join Mike McGuire to go through BOTH nights of WrestleMania, plus some of the happenings after the show. Also, we go into YOUR feedback with another edition of YAY/BOO and more! This SUPERSHOW is extended and part of your free subscription to Celebrate Wrestling!  To support our shows, please find "Celebrate Wrestling - McGuire on Wrestling" on Facebook, join the page, and consider picking up some merch or making a donation at www.celebratewrestling.com!