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Former WWE Writer Rob Hochman and Former Dirt Sheet Writer Lee Walker, along with Alex Todd, dive deep into the world of professional wrestling news, interviews, and rants. OH MY! Former WWE Writer Rob Hochman shares his knowledge and stories behind the scenes of WWE. As a writer and a promoter of wrestling, Hochman gives excellent insight into the current events of professional wrestling, or rather, sports entertainment. Former Dirt Sheet Writer Lee Walker from places such as DailyDDT, TheRichest, TheSportster, RingsideNews, and Sportskeeda conducts all of Perched On The Top Rope with the stars of WCW, ECW, MLW WWF/E, and IMPACT Wrestling. Alex Todd is a walking-talking wrestling encyclopedia. Alex is the brains of the technical side of Perched On The Top Rope. So come along and tune in Rob, Lee, and Alex as they discuss all the news in professional wrestling, share their thoughts and stories of working in WWE, listen to exclusive interviews, and much more! Remember, spoiler-free is the way to be! https://linktr.ee/PerchedOnTheTopRope

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    If you're a fan of wrestling and looking for an entertaining podcast to dive into, look no further than The Perched On The Top Rope podcast. Hosted by Lee, who is both a wrestling podcaster and writer, this show is top notch in every aspect. From his attention to detail and quality of work to his quirkiness and ability to make any guest comfortable, Lee knows how to deliver a fantastic podcast experience.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is Lee's ability to conduct incredible interviews. Whether it's with up-and-coming wrestlers or legendary figures in the industry, Lee brings out the best in his guests. The episode with awe's Lance Archer was particularly awesome, showcasing Lee's talent for engaging conversations. Additionally, the interview with Ultimo Dragon was super cool, offering unique insights into the world of professional wrestling.

    Another great aspect of The Perched On The Top Rope podcast is its wide variety of shows. From reviewing WWE Raw on The Raw Recap to discussing figure collecting on Talking Figure Collecting, this podcast covers all aspects of wrestling fandom. They also have shows dedicated to AEW Dynamite discussions and general news shows about wrestling. This diversity keeps things fresh and exciting for listeners, ensuring there's something for everyone.

    However, like any podcast, there are some areas that could be improved upon. One possible downside is that the episodes can sometimes lack structure or go off on tangents. While this can add a sense of authenticity and spontaneity to the show, it may also cause some listeners to feel lost or disengaged at times. However, this is only a minor issue that can easily be overlooked given the overall quality of the content.

    In conclusion, The Perched On The Top Rope podcast is a must-listen for any wrestling fan. With its informative discussions, engaging interviews, and diverse range of shows, it offers something for everyone in the wrestling community. Lee's talent as a podcaster and writer shines through in every episode, making this podcast a top choice for wrestling enthusiasts. So, if you're looking for an entertaining and informative wrestling podcast, be sure to add The Perched On The Top Rope to your playlist.



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    E272: Tribute To Sabu, Cause Of Death Revealed. RIP Sabu

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 14:00


    Sabu Tribute Show & Sabu's Cause Of Death RevealedOn May 11th, Sabu (Terry Brunk) passed away. We pay tribute to Sabu, and while on Hannibal TV, Sabu's ghost writer, Kenny Casanova revealed how Sabu passed away. Sabu wrestled all over the world from USWA, WWF, WCW, ECW, NJPW, WWE, TNA, and even made an appearance in AEW! Thank you Sabu. Rest In Peace Sabu. Enjoy the Sabu tribute video.Tribute includesAll major companies Sabu workedAll major championships Sabu wonSabu being remembered by merchandise such as action figures and video games#ThankYouSabu #RIPSabu #WrestlingNews #WrestlingCommunity Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E271: WWE BACKLASH PREVIEW AND PREDICTIONS

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 17:00


    WWE Backlash Preview & PredictionsWWE Backlash is tonight with five awesome matches for you to enjoy! Watch the show and hear how these matches formed from WrestleMania 41!WWE Undisputed ChampionshipJohn Cena vs Randy OrtonWomen's Intercontinental ChampionshipLyra Valkeria vs Becky LynchFatal Four Way United States ChampionshipJacob Fatu vs Drew McIntyre vs LA Knight (YEAH) vs Damian Priest Pat McAfee vs GuntherMen's Intercontinental ChampionshipDominik Mysterio vs Penta #wwebacklash #wwe #wwenews #wrestlingnews #wrestlingcommunity #perchedonthetopropeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E270: Duke The Dumpster Dorese ARRESTED TRYING TO BUY CHILD P*RN, Our Throwback Interview With Duke

    Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 55:19


    A former fan favorite WWE wrestler Duke The Dumpster Dorese from the 1990s has been indicted in Tennessee for attempted aggravated sexual exploitation of children.Michael Droese, better known to wrestling fans as Duke “The Dumpster” Droese, was indicted by a Warren County grand jury in May, according to a release from District Attorney General Chris Stanford, 31st Judicial District.It was alleged that Droese used a Coinbase account in an attempt to purchase child sex abuse images on the dark web, the release reads. Coinbase, however, recognized what the transaction was and declined the payment. The company then sent a tip to the FBI.We have also included our 2018 interview with Duke as we talk about his arrest.#WWF #DukeTheDummpsterDorese #WWENews #WWEUiverse #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingNews #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E269: WWE Making Movie Stars, WWE and Mattel Relationship, Moose on Ultimate X Spot, Roast of WrestleMania

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 27:40


    WWE Making Movie Stars, WWE-Mattel Relationship, Moose on Ultimate X Spot, Roast of WrestleManiaWWE is creating movie stars and two are already landing major roles. WWE has strengthen it's relationship with Mattel to continue their working relationship. Moose gets mad and calls out wrestlers and fans over Ultimate X spot at TNA Rebellion. WWE trying to erase The Roast of WrestleMania!#WrestleMania #WrestleMania41 #WWENews #WWEPodcast #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingpodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E268: I Visit WWE World In Las Vegas! Was It Worth It?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 17:05


    I visit WWE World in Las Vegas for WrestleMania 41, was it worth it?There was a lot of things to do inside WWE World!Follow us on all platforms of social mediaApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perched-on-the-top-rope/id1562935713Facebook: www.facebook.com/perchedonthetopropeTik Tok: / perchedonthetopropeTwitter: https://x.com/PerchedTopRopeInstagram: / perchedonthetopropepodcastPro Wrestling Tees: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/perchedonthetoprope#WWEWorld #WrestleMania41 #shopwwe #wwenewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E267: Lex Luger On WWE Never Putting World Title On Him, Defeating Hulk Hogan, Scared Of Bruiser Brody

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 11:45


    WWE Hall Of Famer, Lex Luger is a retired professional wrestler who previously competed in WWE and WCW. He sits down with our host, Lee Walker in Albany, New York to discuss WWE not putting a title on him, Vince McMahon's WBF, What faction was his favorite to be in from The Four Horsemen, Dungeon of Doom, and the nWo Wolfpack defeating Hollywood Hulk Hogan for the WCW Title, and running off in a steel cage match against Bruiser Brody and more!Follow us on all platforms of social mediaApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/perched-on-the-top-rope/id1562935713Facebook: www.facebook.com/perchedonthetopropeTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@perchedonthetopropeTwitter: https://x.com/PerchedTopRopeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/perchedonthetopropepodcast/Pro Wrestling Tees: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/related/perchedonthetoprope.html00:00 Intro00:40 Thoughts on WWE NOT Putting WWE Title on him01:30 Did he have a favorite faction being in02:37 Being part of McMahon's World Bodybuilding Federation03:27 Who came up with The Narcissist Character04:15 Slamming Yokozuna05:25 Vince was going to do a re-match the following WrestleMania 10 MSG05:56 Was anyone jealous of the lex express bus06:09 Did WCW try and re-negotiate his contract in 1991 sitting at home as champion08:22 Being he first to take world title off hogan and nwo09:51 Facing Bruiser Brody#LexLuger #WrestlingCommunity #WWEHOF #wwehalloffame #wrestlemania41 #wwe #wwenewsandrumors #wwenewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    266: WWE WrestleMania 41 Preview & Predictions Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 45:00


    WrestleMania Week is here folks and we are kicking it off with our WrestleMania 41 Preview and predictions show! Enjoy folks! We break down each match from the beginning of each matches feud and how it started and who we think is going to win!WrestleMania Night One World Tag Team ChampionshipThe War Raiders (Erik and Ivar) (c) vs. The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods) One-on-OneRey Mysterio vs. El Grande AmericanoOne-on-OneJade Cargill vs. NaomiWWE United States ChampionshipLA Knight (c) vs. Jacob Fatu WWE Women's ChampionshipTiffany Stratton (c) vs. Charlotte FlairWorld Heavyweight ChampionshipGunther (c) vs. Jey UsoTriple threat matchRoman Reigns vs. CM Punk (with Paul Heyman) vs. Seth RollinsNight TwoWWE Women's Tag Team ChampionshipLiv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez (c) vs. Bayley and Lyra ValkyriaSingles matchAJ Styles vs. Logan PaulFatal four-way match for the WWE Intercontinental ChampionshipBron Breakker (c) vs. Penta vs. Finn Bálor vs. Dominik MysterioSin City Street FighDamian Priest vs. Drew McIntyretriple threat match for the Women's World ChampionshipIyo Sky (c) vs. Bianca Belair vs. Rhea RipleyUndisputed WWE ChampionshipCody Rhodes (c) vs. John Cena#WrestleMania41 #WWE #WWENews #WrestlingCommunitySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E265: How Will Tariffs Effect Action Figure Collecting, Charlotte Flair Not So WWE, Bret Hart Calls Hulk Hogan A Lair

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 17:49


    In Episode 256, Our Host, Former Dirt Sheet Writer Lee Walker looks at how the tariff war between the USA and China will effect prices on action figures and how much a WWE Elite is going to cost with these new tariffs. Will people stop collecting or collect less? Only time will tell!Charlotte Flair doesn't seem to be so WWE when she's's still going off script on people like a new champion like Tiffany Stratton, but also rumors she's not even changing in the women's locker room!Bret Hart has a lot to say about Hulk Hogan. It seems as though things haven't changed for Bret The Hitman Hart!#WWE #WWEPodcast #USA #China #Tariffs #WrestlingNews #BretHart #CharlotteFlair #WrestlingCommunitySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E264: WCW's Das Wunderkind, Alex Wright

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 52:35


    Das Wunderkind Alex Wright joins Perched On The Top Rope Host, Lee Walker III to discuss a wide variety of topics from being a second generation star and teaming with his Father, Steve Wright to signing his WCW Contract at the age of 18 and the struggles he faced moving from Germany to America.Alex Wright talks working with Triple H and his thoughts on this years WWE Hall of Fame Induction.Alex Wright also talks working with greats like Chris Jericho, Ultimo Dragon and even teaming with Disco Inferno and shares his thoughts on the difference of Eric Bischoff and Vince Russo!Das Wunderkind also talks being a second generational wrestler, talks WCW action figures and videogames.Alex Wright LinksOfficial Site of The Wright Stuff - Pro Wrestling School: http://www.prowrestlingschool.de Official Facebook Account of The Wright Stuff - Pro Wrestling School: http://www.facebook.com/TWS.ProWrestlingSchool Official Instagram Alex Wright: https://www.instagram.com/wrestling_alexwright/ Official Facebook NEW: http://www.facebook.com/NEW.Wrestling1 Official Facebook Alex Wright (Person of public interest): http://www.facebook.com/AlexWright.Wrestling Official Facebook Alex Wright: http://www.facebook.com/wrestling.alexwright NEW-Merchandise:https://sl-wrestling.de/produkt-kategorie/ligen/new/ TWS Wrestlingschule Merchandise: https://sl-wrestling.de/produkt-kategorie/ligen/the-wright-stuff/ Alex Wright Merchandise: https://sl-wrestling.de/produkt-kategorie/wrestler/alex-wright/ Official NEW Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/NEW1Wrestling Official Twitter Account of Alex Wright: http://twitter.com/Alex_Wright_123 Official Xing Account of Alex Wright: http://www.xing.com/profile/Alex_Wright www.prowrestlingschool.deTime Stamp00:00 Intro00:30 Training with his Father, Steve Wright01:51 Teaming with his Father in CWA World Cup 199302:20 First match at 16 years of age in CWA03:45 Dad had first match at 15, list accomplishments04:30 Expectations as a second generation wrestler04:53 Had contract with CWA when WCW offered contract05:00 Getting discovered by going on Talk Show with Sting & Johnny B Badd05:39 Ric Flair giving Wright his first spot versus Paul Roma and what he wanted from Wright06:22 Bischoff offers Alex Wright a contract at 18 yrs old and how long he had to sign it07:30 Moving from Germany to USA, The struggles he faced08:59 Bagwell being the next youngest on the roster with him (ten yrs older)09:20 Under WCW Contract and didn't get paid (worked side jobs for $)10:05 Drove to WCW Office to confront Eric Bischoff and what happened11:05 Hardships, sleeping on hotel room floors11:45 Lockerroom hardships being the new guy12:18 Advice from Dad13:23 Being At The Big Event14:15 Training with Dad vs Training at WCW Power Plant16:25 Thoughts on Sarge17:05 Working with Triple H and Thoughts on HOF Induction20:20 2-14 guest trainer at WWE Performance Center21:08 Working in NJPW for Super Juniors19:04 Sabu in 1995 being the first to put him through a table22:53 Wrestling JBL in CWA and JBL legit hung him from his rope23:45 Wrestling Ric Flair 25:00 Chris Jericho and the Cruiserweights26:00 Wright wins Cruiserweight Title and first belt 28:00 Working with Ultimo Drgaon and winning TV Title30:21 Disco being injured during tag title run31:15 Teaming with Disco32:00 Berlyn being his idea and why32:42 Pitching ideas to WCW, nobody recognizing him40:54 Reflects on Berlyn debut and Vince Russo not liking it41:23 Working for Eric Bischoff vs Vince Russo42:30 Noticing the decline of WCW43:04 Russo makes David Arquette and him World Champion43:47 One of the rare few under AOL Time Warner, did WWE try and contact to hire Wright45:30 Sometimes wrestling seven times a night!46:16 WWE contacted him twice after WCW47:04 Having merchandise from action figures to WCW videogames49:02 NOT RETIRED! Starting The Wright Stuff Wrestling School51:51 Creating New European Championship Wrestling53:50 Giovani Vinci being a student56:00 Advice to released talents58:00 Plug New Show and Wright SchoolEND#WrestlingInterview #WrestlingCommunity #WCWnitro #WCWThunder #prowrestling Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E263: AEW Max Rating & Dave Meltzer LIES, Pat McAfee Being SUED, Chelsea Green Claps Back At Val Venis

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 27:03


    Welcome everyone to Perched On The Top Rope episode 263! Tonight we talk about the report of the AEW ratings coming from Max vis SEScoops and Dave Meltzer LIES again!Pat McAfee, ESPN and other on air personalities are being sued by a 18 year old woman with details in the episode! Chelsea Green and Michin recently celebrated International Transgender Day, and Val Venis did not like that. Spewing his views, Chelsea Green didn't like what he said, and she clapped back on Mr. Choppy Choppy Pee Pee!#WrestlingNews #WrestlingPodcast #WWE #AEW #ThePatMcAfeeShow #WrestlingCommunitySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E262: TNA Fires Gail Kim and Several Backstage Personnel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 13:40


    TNA Fires Gail Kim and Several Backstage Personnel today. Anthem had sent out an e-mail stating several key note people would be leaving the company.It was quickly discovered they had been fired including Gail Kim who had 17 years in with the company! Hear who got let go and who will be taking over some of these positions!#WrestlingNews #WrestlingPodcast #TNAWrestling #GailKim Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E261: The Headache Ordering WWE World Tickets & How To Plan Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 16:30


    Who Is At WWE World & How To Plan Ahead for WWE WorldOrdering Tickets for WWE World is an extremely painful process when you have to wait in line in order to access the website to meet your favorite superstars.I share how I was able to get Stone Cold Steve Austin meet and greet tickets but man, what a headache!#WWEWorld #WrestleMania #WWENews #wrestlingpodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E260: WWE Hall Of Famer, Rob Van Dam Interview

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 74:40


    The WWE Hall of Famer, Mr. Monday Night and The Whole F'n Show RVD joins Lee Walker of Perched On The Top Rope to talk a wide variety of topics from ECW, WWE, almost signing with WCW and becoming Glacier? RVD also talks his action figure collection and more!Time Stamp00:00 - Intro01:22 - What was it like teaming with Matt Riddle?04:24 - Being at the grand opening for Raven Joint in Clay18:35 - Action figure Talk (shows off collection)29:08 - Getting Advice from Legends of the ring 32:47 - Being a Legend and having worked with AEW talents what is it like Dante Martin, Swerve Strickland, Hook and Jack Perry. Did they ask for any advice?34:40 - Hypothetical question: Say RVD took the contract to WCW and became Glacier, How would RVD's career went35:58 - Bay Ragni aka Chubby Dudley: initial thoughts when he entered the ECW locker room the 1st time?38:50 - Harry Grivas of Harry and The Slashtones askedhe was always a surprise on WWF during that time,ask if he ever had to be snuck into buildings and how?40:48 - Follow up with 2009 Royal Rumble surprise entry 43:00 - How important was it for RVD to have Sabu and Bill Alfanso in ECW46:27 - Being the longest reigning ECW TV Champion, you were forced to relinquish the belt in 2000. What plans did Paul Heyman have for RVD if he didn't get injured51:00 - Pitching ideas to WWE52:42 - Winning the WWE Championship at ECW One Night Stand 0653:11 - 4:20 break - back to ^55:00 - ECW One Night Stand was RVD's idea55:34 - Vince's Reaction to Rob and ECW One Night55:57 - In TNA debut in 2009. you beat Sting in ten seconds! Do you know who's idea that was by any chance?Stings Last MatchThoughts on Mercedes Mone debut in AEW59:43 - wrestled once in NJPW at Wrestle Kingdom 5what was the experience like#RVD #robvandam #WWEHOF #wrestlingcommunity #ecw #mrmondaynightSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E259: Meeting Hulk Hogan On The Real American Beer Tour In Rochester, New York

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 16:20


    LET ME TELL YOU SOMETHING BROTHER, Hulk Hogan is currently on The Real American Beer Tour! On March 4th, Hulk Hogan was in Rochester, New York to promote his new beer, Real American Beer!This is a vlog of not only how the event went, but also what my personal experience was like meeting the WWE Hall Of Famer, Hulk Hogan (VIDEO INDLUDED MEETING HOGAN)! #hulkhogan #realamericanbeer #wrestlingcommunitySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E258: WWE Elimination Chamber Preview & Predictions

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 25:04


    It is The Road To WrestleMania and this Saturday is the WWE Elimination Chamber! Our host former Dirt Sheet Writer from SportsKeeda, Ringside News and Daily DDT Lee Walker gives his preview and predictions!Elimination Chamber match for an Undisputed WWE Championship match at WrestleMania 41John Cena vs. CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre vs. Logan Paul vs. Damian Priest vs. Seth "Freakin" RollinsElimination Chamber match for a Women's World Championship match at WrestleMania 41Liv Morgan vs. Bianca Belair vs. Alexa Bliss vs. Bayley vs. Naomi vs. Roxanne PerezTag Team MatchTiffany Stratton and Trish Stratus vs. Nia Jax and Candice LeRaeUnsanctioned MatchSami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens#WWEEliminationChamber #EliminationChamber #WWE #WWENews #WWEUniverse #RoadToWrestleMania #WrestlingCommunity #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E257: New Stars Added To WWE 2k25 & Those Who Were In WWE 2k24 NOT In 2k25!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 14:00


    Welcome everyone to Perched On The Top Rope! Episode 257 is all about WWE 2k25 as we take a close look at the roster!We see there are forty-five new playable characters new to the game or who were not in the previous WWE 2k24 game.We take a look to see who from WWE 2k24 did not make WWE 2k25. Many released superstars from 2024 did not make the cut and a few notable WWE Hall Of Famers were cut from the series! Follow us on social media Facebook: www.facebook.com/perchedonthetoprope X: https://x.com/PerchedTopRopeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/perchedonthetopropeTwitch: Www.Twitch.tv/perchedonthetoprope Threads: https://www.threads.net/@perchedonthetopropeBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/perchedtoprope#WWE2k25 #WWENews #2ksports #2knews #videogames #wrestlingcommunitySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E356: Linda McMahon Faces Senate As Feds Drop Vince's Case, Demolition back in WWE!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 18:45


    Linda McMahon faced the Senate today as President Trump appointed her to The Education Department. She also faced multiple protesters as well!Feds drop criminal probe into whether WWE boss Vince McMahon covered up sexual misconduct allegations, his lawyer says!Demolition Ax and Smash are back in WWE! Hear all the details!#WWE #WWENews #WrestlingNews #prowrestling #perchedonthetoprope #prowrestlingnews #vincemcmahon #presidenttrump #presidenttrumpnews Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E255: WWE Releases & Thoughts On Those WWE Let Go

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 29:30


    Friday night after WWE SmackDown, fans got a big surprise as word started buzzing that serval WWE talents had been released!On tonight's episode, we discuss those releases including the FIVE who have faced a WWE release prior in their careers. Some will go on and wrestle elsewhere, while two who faced releases before, did not touch the independent circuit!Social MediaYouTubewww.youtube.com/perchedonthetopropeFacebookwww.facebook.com/perchedonthetopropeX@PerchedTopRopePro-Wrestling Teeshttps://www.prowrestlingtees.com/perchedonthetopropeInstagram/Threads@PerchedOnTheTopRopePodcast#WWESmackDown #WWE #WWEReleases #WWENews #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingNews #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestlingPodcast #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E254: WWE Royal Rumble 2025 Stats & We Read Fans Opinions On The Rumble!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 34:20


    Welcome everyone to Episode 254 of Perched On The Top Rope! I am your host, Former Dirtsheet Writer from Ringside News, Sportskeeda and more, I'm Lee Walker and boy oh boy opinions are flying about the WWE 2025 Royal Rumble! It's a good thing opinions are like assholes, everyone has one, and guess what? I do too! I give the results of the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble while sharing my opinion and at the end, I go through our various social media platforms ( go like and subscribe to our stuff!) and read fans comments!#WWE #WWERoyalRumble #WWENews #WWEUniverse #WWEHOF #WWELegends #WrestlingCommunity #PerchedOnTheTopRope Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E253: 2025 WWE Royal Rumble Predictions and News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 20:45


    Welcome everyone to Perched On The Top Rope! Tonight's show we share our thoughts and predictions for the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble PLE taking place February 1st, this Saturday!Two Out Of Three Falls Match for WWE Tag Team TitlesDIY (C) faces Motor City Machine GunsWWE Undisputed Championship Ladder MatchCody Rhode (c) face Kevin OwensWomen's Royal Rumble10 out of 30 names are currently announced all from #wweraw and #wwesmackdown have been announced.Will we see any #WWELegends Will we see any #NXT stars? Will we see anyone from #TNAWrestling ?Men's Royal Rumble 15 out of 30 have been announced and it is a stacked men's #RoyalRumble too!Will we see any #wwehof ? Will we see any #TNA Champions? Will we see any #WWENXT stars?Who's going to headline WWE WrestleMania? Hear all the latest WWE News and WWE Rumors right here, on Perched On The Top Rope!Tune in as we give our thoughts and predictions!#WWE #WWENews #wweuniverse #wrestlingcommunity #perchedonthetoprope Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E252: David Penzer Talks Sitting Ringside Volume 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 61:07


    David Penzer is back on Perched On The Top Rope to discuss his new book, Sitting Ringside Volume 2!In this second volume of our interview, David Penzer talks about Sitting Ringside Volume 2 and life after World Championship Wrestling! This is interview, Penzer talks everything from TNA and his thoughts on the WWE-TNA Partnership and what it means for all the young talent in both companies.Penzer shares his thoughts on, "passing the torch" to Jade Chung and why he thinks she chose to leave TNA.If XWF didn't fold, would we see ROH and TNA become a thing in 2002?David Penzer shares the story of getting Scott D'Amore his first WCW match and shares his thoughts on Scott recently being behind the scenes of AEW Dynamite!Penzer also talks his relationship with Chris Benoit, his thoughts on the tragedy that took place 17 years ago with Chris, Nancy and Daniel and more!Purchase Sitting Ringside Volume 2: www.guyevansbooks.comTime Stamp00:12 Intro/How is Dave00:30 Promote Sitting Ringside Vol 2 packagesSitting Ringside Volume 2e-book 9.95paper back 29.95hard cover 39.95signed with signed TNA/Impact format/script 49bundle one 99 (all sorts of rare items tna format, various signed items from XWF free e book, a zoom call)bundle 2 149 (same as bundle one but even more rare signed items)01:45 How did they come up with the different packages03:25 Forwards for Volume one (Kevin Sullivan) and Volume two (Mike Tenay) What did it mean for David to have them contribute?05:06 What was the experience like working with Guy Evans on not just one, but volume one and two of Sitting Ringside?07:34 Sitting ringside being different than other books08:05 There were no big indy companies after WCW folded in 2001. There was just WWE09:32 Do you think if XWF didn't fold would we still see TNA and ROH form? (Shares story about Jeff Jarrett and TNA and talks streaming becoming a thing)11:13 WCW being cancelled while still a top 10 cable show12:35 Thoughts on WWE-TNA Multi-year deal & TNA Genesis being a cross with NXT14:56 Talks Santino being able to work with his daughter15:22 Talks Jordynne Grace tweet about Ultimate X at WrestleMania16:25 Thoughts on Scott D'Amore being backstage at recent AEW Dynamite, could he see Scott working for AEW?18:10 Talks Getting Scott D'amore his first WCW match19:14 His TNA highlights/ Kurt Angle injuring him in 2008 (got a $500 bonus for it)22:12 Did he view Jade Chung taking over as an announcer did he view that has a passing of the torch?24:38 Thoughts on Jade Chung leaving TNA after a yr26:41 Would he want to Announce a crossover WWE-TNA PPV?29:25 What is it about wrestlers getting in real estate?30:55 Big Time Wrestling March 8th31:44 Could we see Sitting Ringside Podcast come back?37:10 Working with Hannibal TV38:12 Chris Benoit being in Volume one and two39:20 Regal, Penzer, Grudge, a cameraman and Benoit + wives all hung out. Benoit lets guard down, isolates from everyone40:30 Johnny Grudge close to Benoit and Nancy. Would help them with their fights and call Penzer after with what happened41:35 If Johnny Grudge was alive Chris Nancy and Daneil would still be alive42:35 Being on the phone with Jericho for hours who struggled with what Benoit did47:00 Was Nancy someone who wanted to be out or be at home? (Benoit didn't like her being an extrovert)49:05 What is the biggest take-a-way he wants fans to take from Sitting Ringside Volume 2?51:18 Where can fans find him on social media51:45 Talks 25th anniversary of Eddie, Chris, Saturn, and Melenko walking out on WCW55:00 Shares story about Jeff Jarrett starting Global Force Wrestling saying streaming is the future56:12 Being mad at streaming (for binge watching purposes)#WCW #WrestlingCommunity #worldchampionshipwrestling #chrisbenoit #wrestlingnews #perchedonthetopropeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E251: David Penzer Talks Sitting Ringside Volume 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 55:40


    Ladies and Gentlemen, Sit back and unwind as volume one of our interview with former WCW and TNA Ring Announcer David Penzer drops by to talk about his new books, Sitting Ringside Volume 1 and 2!Sitting Ringside Volume 1, we learn all about David Penzer and his dream of working in the professional wrestling field. From ups and downs, twist and turns Penzer makes it to WCW. Learn all about the different hats he wore while also suffering from mental health issues.In this interview, Penzer talks about his mental health and even how he reached out to Daffney the night she took her own life. Penzer shares many stories including the many different jobes he had in WCW, Junkyard Dog giving Penzer his nickname, to his thoughts on Vince Russo and Jushin Thunder Liger dropping his NJPW Belt on WCW Nitro, and adult film stars on WCW Nitro! Find out who pushed for AJ Styles in WCW!Purchase Sitting Ringside Volume 1: www.guyevansbooks.com/David Penzer Interview Part 100:00 intro00:26 sitting ringside volume 1 01:27 mental health02:30 handling mental health in the wrestling industry03:23 tried calling Daffney the night she took her life07:31 his dad taking him to shows as a kid, going to WrestleMania together as adults08:30 Anxiety keeping him from attending WrestleMania III09:15 felt better actually watching WrestleMania III on tv10:10 David Penzer's least favorite part of pro wrestling10:44 Favorite Dusty Promo and favorite stuff being real15:30 Channel flipping between WCW Nitro and WWF Raw16:20 how important ratings are then and now and changed the business18:14 Penzer's mentors in WCW and different hats he wore in WCW20:20 JYD nicknames David Penzer Walking Man21:17 Once rolled a van and still made the town for WCW Show22:30 Not having photos with anyone and one he now wishes he had 23:00 Sitting Ringside Volume photos with celebrities, David being a Hollywood mark25:30 Working under GMC Gary Cappetta 25:45 Only telling Jim Ross he wanted to be a ring announcer26:13 Being Bell Ringer, hearing how the announcer job was on head set28:50 becoming a fan in 197730:45 The Bloodline has been drawing ratings and money for 4 yrs31:50 once the light tubes come out you've lost me32:30 thoughts on Vince Russo having jushin thunder liger losing the IWGP Junior Heavyweight Title "No way that belt is changing hands without New Japan signing off on it"35:35 Booking WCW Saturday Night39:10 WCW Saturday Night getting almost same ratings as WCW Thunder before becoming a package show40:17 What talents he enjoyed working with on WCW Saturday Night43:10 Vince Russo Era thoughts on WCW bringing porn stars into WCW Nitro45:47 Sitting in on booking committee WCW 47:10 Pushing AJ Styles in WCW49:25 importance of keeping personal life and WCW work life separate when it came to Chris Benoit #wcwnitro #SittingRingside #wrestlingcommunity #WrestlingNews #wrestlinginterview #wrestlingpodcast #tnaimpactSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E250: World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling Promoter Dillon Hines Explains Card Changes, Thoughts on Penta WWE Debut

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 87:33


    In professional wrestling, the card is always subject to change. World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling Promoter Dillon Hines is back to explain some changes to The Reunion 4 All Mankind were made.These changes can be out of the hand of the promoter as this episode explains just that, On March 8th, Big Time Wrestling is in Chillicothe, Ohio changes had to be made to the card due to talents dropping out and two talents being pulled that are out of Big Time Wrestling's hands. However, Dillon Hines has replaced some guests already and three have not been together in a long time!With Big Time Wrestling, this card you're getting a lot of bang for your buck including a meet and greet convention with all the stars on the card from Mick Foley, Kevin Von Erich, Hillbilly Jim and The Godwins and much more from 11-4. There is a Mick Foley Q & A session with surprise guests. PLUS you're getting a Hall of Fame Ceremony AND you still have a lot of awesome wrestling matches!Dillon also discusses Penta's debut on WWE Raw and how exciting it is that he drew over 26 million views on WWE social media accounts in under 24 hours!Tickets for March 8th: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/producer/2393041#BTW #WCPBTW #WWERaw #WWEonNetflix #WWEUniverse #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingPodcast #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E249: What Happened Between Dillion Hines and Misha Montana, Matt Riddle & Sabu At BIG TIME Wrestling?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 23, 2024 82:29


    Get ready for a deep dive into the world of BIG TIME Wrestling as we explore the drama-filled story of Dillion Hines and Misha Montana! In this video, we'll be discussing the events that led to their infamous feud with Co-Owner of World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling and what really went down between these two.Matt Riddle was scheduled to appear for Dillion's company. Riddle hearing some bad things needed clarification which Hines provided. Day of the event, Matt Riddle's manager would take over for contact between Riddle-Hines. This is where the relationship between all three goes sour, and fast! From behind-the-scenes secrets to shocking revelations, we'll be covering it all. If you're a fan of Big Time Wrestling or just curious about the world of professional wrestling, then this video is for you! So sit back, relax, and get ready to find out what really happened between Dillion Hines and Misha Montana. This is Dillion's side of the story and this is his proof. We did reach out to Misha Montana but as of yet, there has been no reply back.We also discuss the claims that Sabu made against Dillion Hines and Big Time Wrestling that he had not been paid. At WrestleMania 40, GCW scheduled a paid appearance to put him in their Hall of Fame (Sabu no showed) So, Dillion Hines reached out to GCW Owner Brett to pay that back! his is Dillion's side of the story and this is his proof. Hear all this and more here on Perched On The Top Rope!World Class Professional Big Time Wrestling https://www.facebook.com/WCPBTWPerched On The Top RopeYouTube: www.youtube/com/perchedonthetopropeFaceBook: www.facebook.com/perchedonthetopropeX: @perchedtopropeInstagram/Threads: @perchedonthetopropepodcast#PerchedOnTheTopRope #WrestlingNews #WrestlingCommunity #BigTimeWrestling #WrestlingPodcast #MishaMontana #AdultFilmStar #MattRiddle00:00 Intro00:50 How is Dillion01:19 History of BTW02:10 Bobby Fulton longest running wrestling promoter in USA05:30 Booking Talent07:26 Why RVD and Riddle book their own travel09:11 BTW has show 12/14 in Waverly, Ohio10:05 Read first text from Riddle's manager (Dillion reacts)12:19 Read second text from Matt's manager (Dillion reacts)13:14 Are you sending someone $2,000 you don't know?14:12 Text to Matt Riddle asking about the manager 14:28 Read next text with Riddle (Dillion reacts)16:15 Screen shot payment sent to Riddle and agent18:00 Riddle's Flight was 8:15am, manager doesn't confirm payment til after18:49 Riddle's manager confirms Riddle did not get on the flight (Dillion reacts)21:38 Riddle gets $5,000 a match?23:35 What was the original deal with Matt Riddle for 12-1423:51 Information people are missing according to Dillion (reads text messages not online)27:00 Is cutting a promo count as a contract?33:24 Things people have gotten wrong about this. Why Dillion is mad34:37 Michelle Grey turns out to be Matt's girlfriend40:30 What damages Dillion wants taken care of by Matt43:35 Misha disrepects Matt Riddle fan on X44:10 Dillion comments on Matt Riddle owing child support48:13 Dillion reads Misha's tweets on wrestling fans48:55 Dillion having access to Bobby Fulton's accounts 51:36 Dillion reads messages from Misha01:05:10 Dillion's reaction learning Michelle Grey is Misha Tate01:05:48 According to Dillion, Misha admitted Michelle Grey is not her real name01:08:00 Sabu claims he wasn't paid on Dillion's facebook Dillion had proof and shows he sent pay to Brett of GCW for Sabu skipping out last WrestleMania. Aslo claims Sabu stole meet and greet $ from show01:16:00 Plugs March 8th show and what talents will be thereSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E248: ROH FINAL BATTLE Media Call With Tony Khan

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 48:30


    ROH Final Battle is December 20th in the iconic Hammerstein Ballroom! Tony Khan fields questions from the media regarding ROH Final Battle!Topics IncludeBillie Starks improvement in ROHAEW-ROH-GCW relationship?Who came up with having Chris Jericho appear at GCW?Matt Cardona signing to ROH?#ROH #ROHFinalBattle #RingOfHonor #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingNews #PerchedOnTheTopRope #TonyKhanSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E247: Indy Wrestler & Adult Film Star Nadia White On Pro Wrestling Discrimination and Sexism

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 32:07


    Pro-Wrestling and Sports Entertainment have walked a fine line with The Adult Entertainment Industry since The Monday Night Wars between WWF and WCW. Not only did the two biggest companies in pro wrestling implement adult entertainment and entertainers, but ECW during that time would as well. TNA even used Chyna for a match even after she started her adult film career. Even recently, Matt Riddle was on MLW talking about being at the AVN Awards. So, why is it in 2024 is being an adult entertainer, and being an indy wrestler an issue?Tonight's guest is indy wrestler and adult entertainer, Nadia White. They express the difficulty they've had recently with promoter's booking them, only to cancel AFTER the promoter looks them up while knowing many wrestlers now-a-days have OnlyFans Accounts. Nadia expresses their frustrations and even shares a story about how they almost didn't even get to have their first match!Nadia also expresses the sexism within pro-wrestling as we've seen male wrestlers portray adult film stars, become adult film movie directors, and while they can still get booked, Nadia expresses its more difficult for them. During the interview, we also learn who Nadia enjoyed watching when they were growing up and who they would watch wrestling with as well. Nadia also discusses training, keeping their adult entertainment name the same as their wrestling name and what's in store for Nadia White in 2025!!Nadia White's Social MediaInstagram: @NadiaWWrestlingTwitter: @NadiaWWrestlingPro Wrestling Tee's: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/nadiawhite.htmlTime Stamp00:00 Intro00:16 We've seen professional wrestlers come from all walks of life Finn Balor once had a Balor Club is for everyone shirt, AEW had a motto that wrestling is for everyone. Today I am sitting down with Nadia White an independent pro wrestler who is also an adult film star who's faced many challenges in there journey as a professional wrestler00:32 Nadia how are you today?00:58 Were you a fan growing up? 01:17 who were some favorites?02:17 How was it being trained by Davey Richards and Team Ambition?03:43 READ Nadia's TWEETS. 04:43 Pro-wrestling and adult film industry go hand-n-hand0006:49 How often does a promoter cancel and what have they said to you?07:52 Did your original opponent for your first match still work that show after refusing to work with you?08:16 They call out female wrestler who refused to wrestle them08:51 the excitement of the first match, didn't know her but messaged her about the match prior09:35 Advice from pro wrestlers like Jerry Lynn11:11 Keeping her adult film name same as wrestling name (advised to change it)12:11 Being Banned from Nathen's Hotdog Eating Contest because they are an adult film star.13:50 Any issues in the locker room or at shows? "Kids love me at shows."15:00 Promotions, wrestlers who've had issues are at the "Bible Belt of The USA" and not researching them happened last week going on for two years not getting booked for being an adult film star17:45 Has her husband faced any backlash? Wrestling being sexist 18:20 but its okay for Matt Riddle on MLW to joke about going to AVN awards19:00 Talks on Triple H not wanting Chyna in the WWE HOF for doing porn, X-Pac shouldn't be in to.21:00 How are promoters when they cancel on them26:10 What's in store for pro wrestling and Nadia in 202526:55 "I just want to wrestle"27:11 Is their anyone they want to work with or a company to work in. "AEW. TNA." "Go to Japan"29:00 What they want the fans or promoters to know about them#WrestlingCommunity #indywrestler #SupportIndyWrestling #TNA #AEW #NadiaWhite #WrestlingNews #DarkSideOfTheRingSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E247: Indy Wrestler & Adult Film Star Nadia White On Pro Wrestling Discrimination and Sexism

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 32:07


    Pro-Wrestling and Sports Entertainment have walked a fine line with The Adult Entertainment Industry since The Monday Night Wars between WWF and WCW. Not only did the two biggest companies in pro wrestling implement adult entertainment and entertainers, but ECW during that time would as well. TNA even used Chyna for a match even after she started her adult film career. Even recently, Matt Riddle was on MLW talking about being at the AVN Awards. So, why is it in 2024 is being an adult entertainer, and being an indy wrestler an issue?Tonight's guest is indy wrestler and adult entertainer, Nadia White. They express the difficulty they've had recently with promoter's booking them, only to cancel AFTER the promoter looks them up while knowing many wrestlers now-a-days have OnlyFans Accounts. Nadia expresses their frustrations and even shares a story about how they almost didn't even get to have their first match!Nadia also expresses the sexism within pro-wrestling as we've seen male wrestlers portray adult film stars, become adult film movie directors, and while they can still get booked, Nadia expresses its more difficult for them. During the interview, we also learn who Nadia enjoyed watching when they were growing up and who they would watch wrestling with as well. Nadia also discusses training, keeping their adult entertainment name the same as their wrestling name and what's in store for Nadia White in 2025!!Nadia White's Social MediaInstagram: @NadiaWWrestlingTwitter: @NadiaWWrestlingPro Wrestling Tee's: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/nadiawhite.htmlTime Stamp00:00 Intro00:16 We've seen professional wrestlers come from all walks of life Finn Balor once had a Balor Club is for everyone shirt, AEW had a motto that wrestling is for everyone. Today I am sitting down with Nadia White an independent pro wrestler who is also an adult film star who's faced many challenges in there journey as a professional wrestler00:32 Nadia how are you today?00:58 Were you a fan growing up? 01:17 who were some favorites?02:17 How was it being trained by Davey Richards and Team Ambition?03:43 READ Nadia's TWEETS. 04:43 Pro-wrestling and adult film industry go hand-n-hand0006:49 How often does a promoter cancel and what have they said to you?07:52 Did your original opponent for your first match still work that show after refusing to work with you?08:16 They call out female wrestler who refused to wrestle them08:51 the excitement of the first match, didn't know her but messaged her about the match prior09:35 Advice from pro wrestlers like Jerry Lynn11:11 Keeping her adult film name same as wrestling name (advised to change it)12:11 Being Banned from Nathen's Hotdog Eating Contest because they are an adult film star.13:50 Any issues in the locker room or at shows? "Kids love me at shows."15:00 Promotions, wrestlers who've had issues are at the "Bible Belt of The USA" and not researching them happened last week going on for two years not getting booked for being an adult film star17:45 Has her husband faced any backlash? Wrestling being sexist 18:20 but its okay for Matt Riddle on MLW to joke about going to AVN awards19:00 Talks on Triple H not wanting Chyna in the WWE HOF for doing porn, X-Pac shouldn't be in to.21:00 How are promoters when they cancel on them26:10 What's in store for pro wrestling and Nadia in 202526:55 "I just want to wrestle"27:11 Is their anyone they want to work with or a company to work in. "AEW. TNA." "Go to Japan"29:00 What they want the fans or promoters to know about them#WrestlingCommunity #indywrestler #SupportIndyWrestling #TNA #AEW #NadiaWhite #WrestlingNews #DarkSideOfTheRingSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E246: This Day In Pro Wrestling History AJ LEAVES TNA, SmackDown Celebrates 800! Episodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2024 10:25


    On this day in wrestling history, a shocking moment went down as AJ Styles left TNA, sending shockwaves throughout the professional wrestling world! Join us as we take a trip down memory lane to December 16th, 2013 and relive the moment that changed the course of wrestling history. From his early days in TNA to his eventual rise to superstardom in WWE, AJ Styles' career has been marked by incredible highs and surprising lows. So, what led to his departure from TNA, and how did it impact the wrestling landscape? Find out all the details right here!Find out what AJ Styles was doing recently at a TNA PPV!One year later on December 16th, 2014, WWE holds a Super SmackDown show for the 800th episode, but tune in to find out why it wasn't so super after all!#smackdown #ajstyles #tnawrestling #wweuniverse #tnaimpact #impactwrestling #totalnonstopaction #Wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingpodcast #perchedonthetopropeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E245: This Day In Pro Wrestling History: WWF Kicks Off The ATTITUDE ERA As Bret Hart Jumps To WCW!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2024 13:00


    Get ready to rumble as the World Wrestling Federation (WWF) enters a new era of rebellion and revolution! The Attitude Era has officially begun, and it's all thanks to the shocking departure of "The Excellence of Execution" Bret Hart, who made the bold decision to jump ship to World Championship Wrestling (WCW). This pivotal moment in wrestling history marked a significant shift in the landscape of professional wrestling, as the WWF was forced to reinvent itself and push the boundaries of what was acceptable in the world of sports entertainment. Join us as we take a look back at the events that led up to Bret Hart's departure, and how the WWF responded to this massive blow. From the formation of new alliances to the rise of edgy, anti-hero characters, we'll explore how the Attitude Era changed the face of wrestling forever. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to experience the raw, unbridled energy of the WWF during one of its most iconic periods.#MondayNightWars #WWFAttitudeEra #WWEUniverse #OnThisDay #ThisDayInProWrestlingHistory #WWF #WCW #WrestlingHistory #WWEHistory #WCWHistory #WrestlingCommunitySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E244: This Day In Pro Wrestling History: Andre Wins Last Championship, MADUSA THROWS HER BELT OUT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 112:52


    Welcome everyone to Perched On The Top Rope, This Day In Pro Wrestling History!Its Friday the 13th and today we step back in time to December 13th 1989 to see what championship would be the last championship that Andre The Giant would ever win in pro wrestling history!Following Andre The Giant, we look back at December 13th, 1993 and 1995. As in 1993, Alundra Blayze would be the first WWF Women's Champion since 1990 and on the same day two years later, she would be throwing that championship out on tv in the trash?Sit back and relax as we take you back in time this day, in pro wrestling history!#WrestlingCommunity #OnThisDay #ThisDayInProWrestlinghistory #WWEHistory #WCW #WrestlingNews #WWEPodcast #WrestlingPodcast #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E243: What Happened on December 12th in Pro Wrestling History?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 6:50


    Perched On The Top Rope presents This Day In Pro Wrestling History!Step into the squared circle and take a trip down memory lane as we explore the most significant events that took place on December 12th in pro wrestling history! From title changes to legendary matches, we're counting down the most memorable moments that shaped the world of professional wrestling. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to relive the excitement of the past.We relive moments on December 12th dating back to 1989 all the way to 2021! From Happy Birthdays, historical matches, titles forfeited and more, this is December 12th, on this day in pro wrestling history!#WrestlingHistory #WWEHistory #WWENews #WWEUniverse #NoHoldsBarred #HulkHogan #ZEUS #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingPodcast #WrestlingNews #WrestlingHistory Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E242: On This Day In Pro Wrestling History: Gold Changes Hands Over The Years

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 5:40


    Join us as we take a trip down memory lane and explore the biggest title changes in wrestling history that all happened on this very special day!Its December 11th and there was a shocking finish dating back to WWF Raw 1997 Where Shawn Michaels (leader of DX) faced his best friend, Triple H for the European Championship to flashing forward to 2019 when Angel Garza challenged Lio Rush for the NXT Cruiserweight championship!So sit back, relax, and get ready to relive some of the most unforgettable title changes in wrestling history.#WrestlingHistory #WWEHistory #WWEUniverse #WWENews #WWE #WWF #DX #WresltingCommunity #WrestlingPodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E241: This Day In Pro Wrestling History: December 9th WWE Vengeance 2001 Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2024 10:59


    This Day In Pro Wrestling History: December 9th WWE Vengeance 2001 ReviewThe final WWE PPV of 2001 was called Vengeance at a time when WWE decided to unify two World Titles to create one Undisputed WWE Champion.Since the WWE rivalry with WCW was done, they wanted to get rid of some of the titles they had from WCW. That meant a main event on this show where the WWE Champion “Stone Cold” Steve Austin would defend the title against Kurt Angle in one match while the World Champion (former the WCW World Championship) The Rock would defend that title against Chris Jericho. After that, the winners of those two matches would meet to determine who would be the Undisputed WWE Champion with both titles. Four superstars, three matches and the result would be one Undisputed WWE Champion.Follow Us On Social Media!YouTube: / perchedonthetopropeFacebook: www.facebook.com/perchedonthetopropeX: @perchedtopropeTik Tok: / perchedonthetopropeInstagram: @perchedonthetopropepodcast#OnThisDay #ThisDayInProWrestlingHistory #wwehistory #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingnews #perchedonthetoprope #wwewrestlerSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E240: This Day In Pro Wrestling History, December 8th Monday Night Wars!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 7:21


    Dive into the world of professional wrestling as we take a journey through time, exploring the most significant events that shaped the sport we love today. From iconic matches to historic title changes, get ready to relive the excitement of what happened today in pro wrestling history!It's December 8th, 1997, The Monday Night Wars betwwen the WWF and WCW is HOT! WWF just had a ppv the night before and you're just getting home from school to find out what happened on Sunday's WWF In Your House: DX PPV or your rich friends parents paid the $39.99 and they told you about it in school.On that ppv, Stone Cold faced The Rock to the WWF Intercontinental Championship. Did he retain? Did he lose? The suspense would kill you having to wait, but you get to watch WWF Raw.. and find out plus, what happened that caused Stone Cold to do what he did on Raw?Whole WWF had the Stone Cold and The Rock saga closing down for a bit, WCW was hot and heavy with factions like The nWo, Four Horseman, and Raven's Flock! Disco Infero would take on Saturn for a third time for the WCW TV Title on WCW Nitro, was the third time the charm for Disco Inferno?#OnThisDay #ProWrestlingHistory #WWE #WWF #WCW #WWFRaw #WCWNitro #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingnews #wrestlinghistorySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E239:This Day In Pro Wrestling History, December 8th

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 7:21


    Get ready to relive wrestling's BIGGEST MOMENTS in pro wrestling history! On this special day, the wrestling world witnessed some of its most iconic and jaw-dropping moments that left fans speechless, this day in pro wrestling history!It's December 8th, 1997, The Monday Night Wars betwwen the WWF and WCW is HOT! WWF just had a ppv the night before and you're just getting home from school to find out what happened on Sunday's WWF In Your House: DX PPV or your rich friends parents paid the $39.99 and they told you about it in school. On that ppv, Stone Cold faced The Rock to the WWF Intercontinental Championship. Did he retain? Did he lose? The suspense would kill you having to wait, but you get to watch WWF Raw.. and find out plus, what happened that caused Stone Cold to do what he did on Raw?Whole WWF had the Stone Cold and The Rock saga closing down for a bit, WCW was hot and heavy with factions like The nWo, Four Horseman, and Raven's Flock! Disco Infero would take on Saturn for a third time for the WCW TV Title on WCW Nitro, was the third time the charm for Disco Inferno? #OnThisDay #ProWrestlingHistory #WWE #WWF #WCW #WWFRaw #WCWNitro #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingnews #wrestlinghistory Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E238: On This Day In Pro Wrestling History: Wrestling's BIGGEST Moments

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 19:29


    Get ready to relive wrestling's BIGGEST MOMENTS in pro wrestling history! On this special day, the wrestling world witnessed some of its most iconic and jaw-dropping moments that left fans speechless. From championship wins twenty-five years ago in WCW to twenty-seven years ago with DX getting their own PPV, we're counting down the biggest moments that happened on this day. This is a must-listen for anyone who loves the world of wrestling. So, sit back, relax, and get ready to experience the thrill of wrestling's biggest moments all over again!#OnThisDay #ProWrestlingHistory #WCWHistory #WWEHistory #WWEUniverse #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingPodcast #WrestlingNews #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E237: This Day In Pro Wrestling History: December 6th

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 7:33


    Dive into the world of professional wrestling as we take a journey through time, exploring the most significant events that shaped the sport we love today. From iconic matches to historic title changes, get ready to relive the excitement of what happened today in pro wrestling history!December 6th1999: NJPW sends Jushin Thunder Liger to WCW. Liger loses his IWGP Championship. The next week on December 6th, 1999, Liger won it back from a different wrestler.Note: Here why from VINCE RUSSO WHO BOOKED IT! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yor4ZoZ5dcw2003: Former WCW talent The Wall passes away2004: Last women's main event on WWE Raw until 20162014: Who from WWE joins UFC?2014: Jimmy Del Rey passes away2018: Larry Hennig passes away#ThisDayInProWrestlingHistory #WWEHistory #WrestlingHistory #onthisday #ufc #wwe #wrestlingcommunity #perchedonthetoprope Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E236: WHAT Happened TODAY (December 5th) in Pro Wrestling History?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 11:30


    Dive into the world of professional wrestling as we take a journey through time, exploring the most significant events that shaped the sport we love today. From iconic matches to historic title changes, get ready to relive the excitement of what happened today in pro wrestling history!On December 5th,2004: ‘Macho Man' Randy Savage wrestled his first and only match for TNA at the Turning Point PPV. Sadly, it would also be his final ever professional wrestling match. Here what went down, and the issues Randy Savage had before his last match.2005: Eric Bischoff FIRED!2009: TNA Wrestling announced that Hulk Hogan would debut for the company & more!2018: Tom Billington fka The Dynamite Kid passes away at the age of 60 on his birthday. We give a ten bell salute!#OnThisDay #WrestlingHistory #WWE #ECW #WresltingHistory #WWECommunity #WWEUniverse #WWEHistory #perchedonthetopropeFollow Us On Social Media!YouTube: www.youtube.com/perchedonthetopropeFacebook: www.facebook.com/perchedonthetopropeX: @perchedtopropeTik Tok: / perchedonthetopropeInstagram: @perchedonthetopropepodcastThreads: @perchedonthetopropepodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E235: WHAT Happened TODAY in Pro Wrestling History?

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 18:35


    Dive into the world of professional wrestling as we take a journey through time, exploring the most significant events that shaped the sport we love today. From iconic matches to historic title changes, get ready to relive the excitement of what happened today in pro wrestling history!What happened during the followingDecember 3-4th 1991: What happened between Hulk Hogan & The Undertaker?December 4th 1993: NEW ECW Tag Team ChampionsDecember 2nd-4th 2000: WWF UK Rebellion title change and title changes back two days later!December 4th 2001: The End of The Vince McMahon Kiss My Ass ClubDecember 4th 2009: Rest In Peace UmagaDecember 4th 2016: New WWE Tag Team Champions at TLC#OnThisDay #WrestlingHistory #WWE #ECW #WresltingHistory #WWECommunity #WWEUniverse #WWEHistory #PerchedOnTheTopRopeFollow Us On Social Media!YouTube: www.youtube.com/perchedonthetopropeFacebook: www.facebook.com/perchedonthetopropeX: @perchedtopropeTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@perchedonthetopropeInstagram: @perchedonthetopropepodcastThreads: @perchedonthetopropepodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E234: Jacques Rougeau Spills Secrets On NEW Player One Amusement & Premier Arcade Games Arcade Games & Wrestling Academy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2024 29:42


    Get ready for an exclusive interview with the one and only Jacques Rougeau, as he shares behind-the-scenes footage as Player One Amusement and Premier Arcade Games reveal four new arcade drop prize machines. In this thrilling conversation, Jacques spills the beans on what's new and what's next in the world of gaming as Rougeau alongside Adam Copeland (fka Edge), GSP, and Hulk Hogan all partnered with the companies to have their own arcade drop machines. Rougeau shows off the prize to his machine, which is a beautiful customized belt and each machine has a different belt!Jacques Rougeau also spills the news on what is next for Wrestling Academy 2025. Next years tournament will have a HUGE twist! Hear what that twist is and if you're a wrestler, tune in to find out how you can be part of Jacque Rougeau's Wrestling Academy!If you're a fan of arcade games or wrestling, you won't want to miss this epic interview!Wrestling Academy Website: https://www.wrestling-academy.caWrestling Academy YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/Rougeaupodcastp%C3%A8reetfilsPlayer One Amusement: https://p1-ag.com/Premier Arcade Games: https://premierarcadegames.com/#jacquesrougeau #wrestlingacademy #arcadegames #playeroneamusement #hulkhogan #hh #edge #adamcopeland #Wrestlingcommunity #GSP #mma #mmanews #ufc #ufcnews #wwe #wwenews #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E233: AEW Full Gear Predictions!!!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 26:31


    Get ready for the most unpredictable pay-per-view of the year! In this video, we're diving into our AEW Full Gear predictions, and you won't want to miss them! From the high-flying action of the AEW World Tag Team Championship to the intense drama of the AEW Women's World Championship, we're covering it all. Who will emerge victorious, and who will fall short? Tune in to find out our expert analysis and bold predictions for AEW Full Gear!2024 AEW Full Gear match cardAEW World Championship -- Jon Moxley (c) vs. Orange CassidyWill Ospreay vs. Kyle FletcherAEW TNT Championship -- Jack Perry (c) vs. Daniel GarciaSwerve Strickland vs Bobby LashleyTBS Championship -- Mercedes Mone (c) vs. Kris StatlanderAEW Tag Team Championships -- Private Party (c) vs. The Outrunners vs. Kings of the Black Throne vs. The AcclaimedJay White vs. "Hangman" Adam PageMJF vs. Roderick Strong#AEWFullGear #AEW #AllEliteWrestling #PPV #WrestlingPodcast #PerchedOnTheTopRope #WrestlingCommunitySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E232: AEW Full Gear 2024 Media Call With Tony Khan

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2024 56:44


    AEW Full Gear is this Saturday! This Media Call has Tony Khan being asked a variety of topics about AEW Full Gear Pay Per View!Topics include The stakes for Jon Moxley vs. Orange Cassidy at Full Gear for the AEW World Championship.Taping Dynamite and Collision on the same night AEW running shows in Mexico now that their TV programming is available there.Harley CameronToni Storm retiringKenny OmegaAEW running smaller venues for some upcoming showsAEW's first show streaming on January 1st Mina Shirakawa's future in AEWpay-per-view events appearing on Max and their pricingAEW competing with WWE's ID programAEW's live events schedule and smaller venuesBlack singles stars and how AEW has balanced representation over time, along with plans for 2025The kickoff party for the All In Arlington eventThe future of AEW Rampage and whether it will remain a weekly TV show in 2025All In VIP package numbersTony Khan closed the call by sharing his excitement for Full Gear, reflecting on the history of past venues that hosted the event. He promised fans a great show and mentioned a post-show press event.#AEW #AEWNews #AEWFullGear #FullGear #WrestligCcommunity #WrestlingNews #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E231: BIG NEWS For The Mountie, Hogan, GSP, Copeland. George Foreman. Dustin Rhodes and CoKane

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 20:00


    Welcome everyone to Perched On The Top Rope! In this exciting episode we pro-wrestling, and boxing this week! There is BIG NEWS all around the squared circle!What does Jacques Rougeau (The Mountie), Hulk Hogan, GSP and Adam Copeland all have in common? Well. they've teamed up with Player One Amusement with something very unique, come find out what it is!Another boxer making a come back at 74 years old?Video footage of 74 year old former Heavyweight Champion, George Foreman was recorded training hitting the heavy bag citing he might be ready for a return to boxing...again!Royal Rumble is 74 days away!Dustin Rhodes doesn't like CoKane#wwe #wwenews #aew #aewnews #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingnews #wrestlingpodcast #perchedonthetopropeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E230: Interview With Fred Ottman, Talks WWE Figures, Vince McMahon Changing His Character, WWE Legends, Cody Rhodes

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 23:00


    Get ready for some explosive revelations as Fred Ottman, a veteran of the WWE, shares some never-before-heard secrets about the inner workings of the company, including behind-the-scenes stories about Vince McMahon. Hear all about Fred Ottman talk about his WWF Hasbro figure that originally was supposed to be of Tugboat, but Ottman shares a story about Vince McMahon and Earthquake on becoming Typhoon!Has Ottman ever tried to buy the WWF prototype and 2up off  @majorwfpod  Matt Cardona?Ottman also talks about his WWE Retro as a tribute to the Hasbro figure and Steve Keirn makes an appearance as both share stories about Owen Hart!Hear Ottman share exciting stories about WWE Legends like Earthquake, Sid, and Bam Bam Bigelow.Ottman also shares how it feels to have Cody Rhodes back home in WWE!Time Stamp00:27 Tugboats talks his new retro figure01:09 Talks unreleased Tugboat Hasbro figure01:45 Talks Vince McMahon changing his character from Tugboat to Typhoon03:52 Talks being part of a great retro lineup 04:14 Matt Cardona owns the Tugboat 2 up have you ever tried to buy it?05:05 Fans and customs05:50 shares story about a 12 yr old make him a Shockmaster bobblehead that's one of his prize possessions06:40 excitement of the retro and new typhoon08:05 Natural Disasters and Super Natural? 08:50 Shockmaster Shocker shirt 09:20 His shirt guy now works for WWE10:38 SUPRISE WITH STEVE KIERN What it was like to work with Owen Hart11:42 Steve Kiern on rib with Owen Hart13:00 changing move set between characters 13:45 Talks working with Earthquake14:45 Work in Bam Bam Bigelow15:00 Persona he liked portraying the most & struggles of life on the road17:50 Coming from a time where wrestling match told a story18:15 Being trained by Dean Malenko's father19:50 Reacting to Cody back in WWE21:06 Being part of the Mortal Kombat tv showEND#wwe #FredOttman #Tugboat #Typhoon #Shockmaster #WWELegends #WWFSkinner #wrestlingcommunity #wrestlingnews #wrestlingpodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E229: Another Anao'i Family Member Signed To WWE, The Bloodline? WAR GAMES vs Survivor Series, Which Match is better? WWE ID, WWE Raw 11-18 Spoilers

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 29:30


    Welcome everyone to Episode 229 of Perched On The Top Rope! In this episode, Former Dirt sheet Writer, Lee Walker discusses how another Anao'i Family member has joined WWE. However, it was kept under wraps, until now. What member of the famous family signed to WWE? Listen and find out!The OG Bloodline vs The New Bloodline at War Games! Will this end The Bloodline storyline? What happens if Solo's Bloodline wins? Will the new Anao'i family member signed to WWE play a part? What about The Rock?Is War Games better than the traditional five versus five Survivor Series elimination match? The WWE ID program seems like a developmental system of its day. WWE is basically signing indy talents from multiple independent promotions. Is this good for the promotions? Jim Ross and Teddy Long comment. We also discuss how The Nightmare Factory (owned by Cody Rhodes and QT Marshall) joined the WWE ID program and the conversation QT Marshall had with his boss, Tony Khan over it.Lastly, as we close the show out, "spoiler free's the way to be... we got the results of 11-18-2024 WWE Raw episode and we share the results!#spoilers #wwe #wweraw #wweuniverse #wwenews #aew #aewnews #wrestlingcommunity Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E228: WWE Crown Jewel SHOCKING Match Predictions!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 26:59


    Get ready for the most unpredictable event of the year - WWE Crown Jewel! In this video, we're making some SHOCKING match predictions that will leave you speechless! From surprise returns to unexpected winners, we're diving into the most likely outcomes for each match. Will your favorite superstar emerge victorious, or will they fall short? Join us as we break down the card and make our bold predictions for WWE Crown Jewel. Don't forget to like and comment with your own predictions below!#WWE #WWECrownJewel #WWENews #WrestlingCommunity #PerchedOnTheTopRopeSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E227: Lucian Loveless SPILLS On The Oklahoma State Athletic Commission

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 36:36


    Welcome everyone to episode 227 of Perched On The Top Rope! In this interview, our host, Lee Walker speaks with Lucian Loveless!Lucian Loveless is part of the independent wrestling scene and has been for a few decades! Wrestling has taken him all over, and one place he's been and very active in, is Oklahoma.The Independent Wrestling Scene in Oklahoma is still regulated by The Oklahoma State Athletic Commission. Lucian describes what the process is like just to get a license to wrestle, ref, manage and talks about how expensive it can be if you don't have health insurance!Lucian shares how Oklahoma has passed for new sports such as bare-knuckle fighting, but that will not be under eyes of the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission and talks about the unfairness that pro wrestling faces in Oklahoma to the point its too hard to get popular wrestlers to come to independent shows due to the strict rules.Lucian fills Lee on the 2022 bill Oklahoma passed banning transgender athletes to face their same sex counter part, but that inter-gender matches are banned in the Oklahoma as well. Basically, Trans-gender people are banned from wrestling in the state of Oklahoma. Lucian talks the process that the athletic commission has taken and why it will not change anything with Legislation.Lucian is now currently seeking to get The Oklahoma State Athletic Commission out of professional wrestling and allow transgender people to wrestle in Oklahoma! Like Finn Balor and AEW have said, "Wrestling is for everyone!"#WrestlingCommunity #LGBTQ #LGBTQPride #Pride #WrestlingNewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E227: Lucian Loveless SPILLS On The Oklahoma State Athletic Commission & Pro Wrestling

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2024 36:36


    Welcome everyone to episode 227 of Perched On The Top Rope! In this interview, our host, Lee Walker speaks with Lucian Loveless!Lucian Loveless is part of the independent wrestling scene and has been for a few decades! Wrestling has taken him all over, and one place he's been and very active in, is Oklahoma.The Independent Wrestling Scene in Oklahoma is still regulated by The Oklahoma State Athletic Commission. Lucian describes what the process is like just to get a license to wrestle, ref, manage and talks about how expensive it can be if you don't have health insurance!Lucian shares how Oklahoma has passed for new sports such as bare-knuckle fighting, but that will not be under eyes of the Oklahoma State Athletic Commission and talks about the unfairness that pro wrestling faces in Oklahoma to the point its too hard to get popular wrestlers to come to independent shows due to the strict rules.Lucian fills Lee on the 2022 bill Oklahoma passed banning transgender athletes to face their same sex counter part, but that inter-gender matches are banned in the Oklahoma as well. Basically, Trans-gender people are banned from wrestling in the state of Oklahoma. Lucian talks the process that the athletic commission has taken and why it will not change anything with Legislation.Lucian is now currently seeking to get The Oklahoma State Athletic Commission out of professional wrestling and allow transgender people to wrestle in Oklahoma! Like Finn Balor and AEW have said, "Wrestling is for everyone!"#WrestlingCommunity #LGBTQ #LGBTQPride #Pride #WrestlingNewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E226: Bobby Steveson FKA Damon Kemp In NXT!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2024 66:49


    Bobby Steveson is formerly known to the WWE Universe as NXT star, Damon Kemp. Steveson talks almost missing his WWE tryout which was different than how most get a tryout. He talks how the name change in NXT works while one day he googled his wrestling name to find out something disturbing about it.Steveson talks what it was like being part of NXT from the locker-room, who he thought was a go-to for advice or to make happy in the company and highlighting key matches and his experience in NXT UK! Steveson discusses how he found out he had trading cards, and was part of WWE 2k23 and 2k24!While talking about NXT, Steveson expressed how he brought up making a rule in The Heritage Cup Matches to favor The No Quarter Catch Crew.Is Steveson willing to do a, "Death Match?" Does he have anyone he wants to face on the independent scene? What's in store for the future? Catch this and more in this exclusive interview!00:00 Intro + NEW Steveson Wrestling Merch02:40 Thoughts on his WWE tryout & almost missing his tryout and why05:23 - Who was there training wise at the tryout07:30 - Talks first bump going bad08:30 - Gerald Briscoe story + shows off item12:20 - WWE's reason for not letting him be Bobby Steveson- Describes the name process13:40 - Story creating his NXT name14:29 - What name he liked more and he chose15:50 - Did any fans from Florida pay attention to you being named after a convicted killer since it's Florida?16:30 - Any hopes of being a tag team with your brother or have a feud with each other? - Talks being his brothers first one-on-one match20:20 - Merchandise talk Cards & Videogames27:15 -Connecting with fans selling ring worn gear31:25 - On getting advice in NXT33:00 - How he saw it done on WWE Raw with advice33:35 - Any take-a-ways working NXT UK?36:04 - Talks drinking while filming vignettes38:44 - Shares story about NXT UK fans39:51 - What he hated about being over in NXT UK43:40 - What was the atmosphere like in the locker room?44:20 - First ple was NXT Halloween havoc in a ambulance match, were you excited for your first ple and the fued turning heel44:40 - Rodrick Strong was supposed to turn, not Damon Kemp45:30 - Diamond Mine & Bobby told of change and his thoughts about it48:00 - The plan they had for the match but didn't workout50:40 - Which faction did you enjoy being in more, diamond mine or no quarter catch crew?52:35 - Thoughts on heritage cup & rules you wrestled in a match Tony D'Angelo53:09 - Wanted No Catch Clause Rule in Heritage Cup Matches54:00 - Trying to be creative to get fans into Heritage Cup matches in USA55:20 - Praises Noam Dar for Heritage Cup work56:35 - Is there anyone you want to work with on the independent scene?58:45 - Music, Starting Steveson Wrestling amateur wrestling school- loves coaches and being around kids1:04:20 - Would you ever try a “death match?”- Wants to do GCW Bloodsport#NXT #WWENXT #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingCards #WrestlingCollector #DamonKemp #BobbyStevesonSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E225: Lay'lah James On Trans Wrestlers in Pro Wrestling, Nyla Rose and Oklahoma Ban, Inter-Gender Matches

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 52:05


    Lay'lah James is an independent wrestler not only out to make a name for herself, but educate the fans along the way about the trans community. Lay'lah is transgender and we discuss what was like growing up the wrong sex and the struggles she faced not only growing up, but the struggles she's faced in professional wrestling.In 2022, Oklahoma signed a bill banning trans athletes from competing against same sex (transgender woman in women sports) and this included pro-wrestling. Lay'lah shares her thoughts on the Oklahoma State Athletic Commissions decision. Lay'lah is transgender and we discuss what was like growing up the wrong sex and the struggles she faced not only growing up, but the struggles she's faced in professional wrestling.Lay'lah expresses that the wrestling community has been very open, and very accepting of her (with a few exceptions). She has goals within the wrestling community including dream matches with top wrestling superstars! Laylah james interview00:00 Intro00:49 Coming up in wrestling being trans02:25 Coming out as transgender03:25 How she felt about herself as a male04:00 Changing at school04:20 Bullying05:40 Finding resources on trans community07:00 Advice to those struggling09:10 Oklahoma Bill "Save Women's Sports" thoughts10:45 Inter-gender matches in wrestling history11:45 Oklahoma Bill and its effects on Nyla Rose16:00 Any reluctant telling promoters she's trans17:10 Promoter having issue with her being trans18:50 Podcasters cancelling20:25 People afraid of backlash22:15 When she became a fan of pro wrestling22:59 Wrestling inter-gender matches and backlash24:30 Not having any women to train with or wrestle at school24:50 Oklahoma Banning matches, what about training?26:25 If you're banning trans what happens when they wrestle men27:00 Thoughts on people wanting all trans sports27:50 Transgender Boxing League?29:15 Rick Steiner - Gisele Shaw WrestleCon 32:46 Who does Lay'lah James look up to35:30 Comments on the Nyla Rose post from non-wrestling fans36:50 How Lay'lah wants trans people represented in wrestling38:00 Shoutout to Taylor One Shot creating a transgender belt42:45 Thankful for acceptance in wrestling44:10 Going to certain places also having an issue with race45:00 Wrestlers she wants to work with in the future45:25 Shares story almost wrestling Nyla RoseResourceshttps://transequality.org/https://www.hrc.org/resources/be-an-a...https://gate.ngo/our-work/#LaylahJames #NylaRose #SupportIndyWrestling #transcommunity #lgbtq #WrestlingCommunity #WrestlingNews #OklahomaSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

    E224: Nyla Rose & The Transphobic Wrestling Community

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 49:09


    In this episode, we dive deep into the epic showdown between Nyla Rose and the transphobic elements within the wrestling community. Nyla Rose is a transgender female wrestling who is currently signed to All Elite Wrestling. On December 20th, 2023 Nyla Rose wrestled another female competitor one-on-one on ring Of Honor: Honor Club episode 44. In Oklahoma, a bill was passed in 2022 that transgender athletes cannot face the same sex (transgender female facing cis -females).The Oklahoma State Athletic Commission will no longer allow Nyla Rose to say cis-women in AEW. On our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PerchedOnTheTopRope/ we made post regrading this... and the comments, really shows how transphobic some fans of wrestling can act.In this video, we read those comments. Like AEW says, "Wrestling is for everyone!"Like, share, and subscribe for more content that champions diversity and challenges stigmas in wrestling and beyond! If you or anyone you know who is in the LBGTQ+ community and struggling, please reach out to The Trevor Project. www.thetrevorproject.org/#NylaRose #WrestlingCommunity #TransRights #Inclusion #Wrestling #lgbt #lgbtq #pride #wrestlingnewsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/perchedonthetoprope/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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