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(07/25/15) We return with a packed show covering the major story of WWE firing Hulk Hogan. We talk in detail about WWE’s decision, the controversial racist rant by Hogan, how this all ties in to the Hogan/Gawker lawsuit, and much more on this developing story. We also look at all the latest news from WWE including thoughts on Battleground and RAW, including The Undertaker return and where the angle with Brock Lesnar may be going, Summerslam plans, where Sting fits in, Cena vs. Rollins, Kevin Owens, Divas & more. We also look at last week’s NXT and Tough Enough. We also have all the latest news and results from all the major promotions, including: - An update on G1, including an injury to Shinsuke Nakamura - AXS renews NJPW TV Show - A look at Dragon Gate’s Kobe Pro Wrestling Festival PPV - Dragon Gate Title Belt Drama - NOAH Global Jr League update - BJW major show at Sumo Hall - AAA TripleMania on PPV - ROH iPPV Results, including update on Roderick Strong, more notes on WWE/NJPW, including details on NJPW’s perspective on the situation. - TNA Bound For Glory announced. - Global Force TV Taping and announcement of UK Tour. CORRECTION – On the show, I talked about Sugiura vs. Tanaka being the main event of the NOAH Osaka show on 9/19. This was a lapse in concentration; the match is, of course, actually Sugiura vs. Suzuki.
(07/25/15) We return with a packed show covering the major story of WWE firing Hulk Hogan. We talk in detail about WWE’s decision, the controversial racist rant by Hogan, how this all ties in to the Hogan/Gawker lawsuit, and much more on this developing story. We also look at all the latest news from WWE including thoughts on Battleground and RAW, including The Undertaker return and where the angle with Brock Lesnar may be going, Summerslam plans, where Sting fits in, Cena vs. Rollins, Kevin Owens, Divas & more. We also look at last week’s NXT and Tough Enough. We also have all the latest news and results from all the major promotions, including: - An update on G1, including an injury to Shinsuke Nakamura - AXS renews NJPW TV Show - A look at Dragon Gate’s Kobe Pro Wrestling Festival PPV - Dragon Gate Title Belt Drama - NOAH Global Jr League update - BJW major show at Sumo Hall - AAA TripleMania on PPV - ROH iPPV Results, including update on Roderick Strong, more notes on WWE/NJPW, including details on NJPW’s perspective on the situation. - TNA Bound For Glory announced. - Global Force TV Taping and announcement of UK Tour. CORRECTION – On the show, I talked about Sugiura vs. Tanaka being the main event of the NOAH Osaka show on 9/19. This was a lapse in concentration; the match is, of course, actually Sugiura vs. Suzuki.
(7/4/15) We return with notes on last week's RAW, a look at Tough Enough Episode 2, Beast in the East show & TNA Slammiversary. We're also joined by JAW's Chris Charlton for 2 hours on NJPW including the upcoming Lion's Pride book, history of the promotion, G1 preview & TONS MORE
(7/4/15) We return with notes on last week's RAW, a look at Tough Enough Episode 2, Beast in the East show & TNA Slammiversary. We're also joined by JAW's Chris Charlton for 2 hours on NJPW including the upcoming Lion's Pride book, history of the promotion, G1 preview & TONS MORE
We return with a look at last week's Raw, the failure of Tough Enough, NXT, some baffling going-ons in TNA, CMLL screw-up, Dragon Gate & much more. We also have special guest King Cuerno (from Lucha Underground)/AAA's El Hijo del Fantasma on the show to talk his career, evolution of Lucha Underground, his family, Perro Aguayo, his upcoming UK show and MUCH MORE.
We return with a look at last week's Raw, the failure of Tough Enough, NXT, some baffling going-ons in TNA, CMLL screw-up, Dragon Gate & much more. We also have special guest King Cuerno (from Lucha Underground)/AAA's El Hijo del Fantasma on the show to talk his career, evolution of Lucha Underground, his family, Perro Aguayo, his upcoming UK show and MUCH MORE.
(06/20/15) This week we talk WWE Money in the Bank, RAW, NXT, ROH Best in the World PPV, Wrestle-1 happenings, and much more. Former WCW/WWF/AJPW Star The Patriot, Del Wilkes also joins us for a 50 minute interview to talk several topics including: - Memories of Dusty Rhodes - His upcoming documentary - How he got started in the wrestling business - The creation of The Patriot gimmick - AWA memories, how he started working for Baba, signing with WCW and his thoughts on WCW after Hulk Hogan arrived. - Why he left WCW in 1995, and the real story behind what happened regarding his no-show at Slamboree 1995, what happened in the meeting with Eric Bischoff, who knew about it, when negotiations with All Japan started and more. - Memories of AJPW, working with Kobashi, Misawa, Taue, Kawada and many others - His struggle with injuries - Why he chose to leave AJPW in 1997, and what side he may have chosen if he was present during the Noah exodus in 2000. - His relationships with Giant Baba and also Mrs Baba - Joining the WWF, his first meeting with Vince, working with Bret Hart, and wether or not he considered a heel turn in 1997. - Whether The Patriot gimmick would have worked during The Attitude Era. - The circumstances that led to his retirement and WWE choosing to release him. - The WWF's attitude towards injuries and wether he was ever forced to perform injured. - His thoughts on Benoit and the changes that have been made to the Wellness program since. - Whether drug use was as prevalent in All Japan as it was in the WWF & WCW. - Why he disappeared from the public eye after his retirement. - His greatest matches - and MUCH MORE
(06/20/15) This week we talk WWE Money in the Bank, RAW, NXT, ROH Best in the World PPV, Wrestle-1 happenings, and much more. Former WCW/WWF/AJPW Star The Patriot, Del Wilkes also joins us for a 50 minute interview to talk several topics including: - Memories of Dusty Rhodes - His upcoming documentary - How he got started in the wrestling business - The creation of The Patriot gimmick - AWA memories, how he started working for Baba, signing with WCW and his thoughts on WCW after Hulk Hogan arrived. - Why he left WCW in 1995, and the real story behind what happened regarding his no-show at Slamboree 1995, what happened in the meeting with Eric Bischoff, who knew about it, when negotiations with All Japan started and more. - Memories of AJPW, working with Kobashi, Misawa, Taue, Kawada and many others - His struggle with injuries - Why he chose to leave AJPW in 1997, and what side he may have chosen if he was present during the Noah exodus in 2000. - His relationships with Giant Baba and also Mrs Baba - Joining the WWF, his first meeting with Vince, working with Bret Hart, and wether or not he considered a heel turn in 1997. - Whether The Patriot gimmick would have worked during The Attitude Era. - The circumstances that led to his retirement and WWE choosing to release him. - The WWF's attitude towards injuries and wether he was ever forced to perform injured. - His thoughts on Benoit and the changes that have been made to the Wellness program since. - Whether drug use was as prevalent in All Japan as it was in the WWF & WCW. - Why he disappeared from the public eye after his retirement. - His greatest matches - and MUCH MORE
(6/14/15) This week we talk the death of Dusty Rhodes, the various roles he held within the industry, his legacy and more. We also look at all the latest news in WWE including last week's Raw, MITB predictions, the upcoming Sumo Hall show, Samoa Joe, Hogan lawsuit, Austin/Lesnar, WWE/EVOLVE and much more. We also talk TNA vs. ROH, Slammiversary update, debut of GFW, NJPW BOSJ Final & G-1 update, shock title change in Dragon Gate, and MUCH MORE
(6/14/15) This week we talk the death of Dusty Rhodes, the various roles he held within the industry, his legacy and more. We also look at all the latest news in WWE including last week's Raw, MITB predictions, the upcoming Sumo Hall show, Samoa Joe, Hogan lawsuit, Austin/Lesnar, WWE/EVOLVE and much more. We also talk TNA vs. ROH, Slammiversary update, debut of GFW, NJPW BOSJ Final & G-1 update, shock title change in Dragon Gate, and MUCH MORE
(05/30/15). We originally intended to release this show last weekend, but due to technical difficulties, we've only just been able to salvage the recording. Some of the content is now dated, especially the 5/25 Raw review and Elimination Chamber preview, which are from the 25:00 - 1:00:00 mark. You may wish to skip this section. There's still plenty of other news to get into including the full story on Destination America cancelling TNA and signing Ring of Honor, how it all came about, what really happened with that now-infamous e-mail, notes on TNA behaviour, the future and much more. We also take a look at the BOSJ Tournament as of Saturday morning, rankings so far, predictions and more. We look at the card for the stacked Castle Hall PPV, where the booking might be headed into G1, predictions for the winner, October Sumo Hall, and possiblities for next year's Tokyo Dome main event. We look at the Dragon Gate King of Gate Tournament, won by Masato Yoshino. In an update, we can confirm that the title match, as we speculated on the show, will happen on 6/14 in Hakata. We look at the pending return of Brock Lesnar, comments on the recent NXT Takeover show, and the debut Samoa Joe. In another update, since recording Samoa Joe has been signed to a full-time deal, in what was a direct reaction to the ROH/Destination America deal. We also talk about the current Hall of Fame ballot with notes on El Santo, Rikidozan, Chigusa Nagayo, Perro Aguayo Jr, Sting, Ultimate Warrior and others. We also talk the launch of the OSW Podcast Network.
(05/30/15). We originally intended to release this show last weekend, but due to technical difficulties, we've only just been able to salvage the recording. Some of the content is now dated, especially the 5/25 Raw review and Elimination Chamber preview, which are from the 25:00 - 1:00:00 mark. You may wish to skip this section. There's still plenty of other news to get into including the full story on Destination America cancelling TNA and signing Ring of Honor, how it all came about, what really happened with that now-infamous e-mail, notes on TNA behaviour, the future and much more. We also take a look at the BOSJ Tournament as of Saturday morning, rankings so far, predictions and more. We look at the card for the stacked Castle Hall PPV, where the booking might be headed into G1, predictions for the winner, October Sumo Hall, and possiblities for next year's Tokyo Dome main event. We look at the Dragon Gate King of Gate Tournament, won by Masato Yoshino. In an update, we can confirm that the title match, as we speculated on the show, will happen on 6/14 in Hakata. We look at the pending return of Brock Lesnar, comments on the recent NXT Takeover show, and the debut Samoa Joe. In another update, since recording Samoa Joe has been signed to a full-time deal, in what was a direct reaction to the ROH/Destination America deal. We also talk about the current Hall of Fame ballot with notes on El Santo, Rikidozan, Chigusa Nagayo, Perro Aguayo Jr, Sting, Ultimate Warrior and others. We also talk the launch of the OSW Podcast Network.
(03/26/15) We return with a short Wrestlemania preview, comments on RAW and discuss the news of Brock Lesnar resigning with WWE. We look at the death of Perro Aguayo Jr, his career, the controversy and AAA's week of horror - probably the worst week for any major promotion in history. We also look at all the recent news from NJPW, NOAH, AJPW and Dragon Gate. We'll be back with a normal show on Wednesday, covering Wrestlemania 31 in full, the post Mania RAW, the 2015 Hall of Fame Ceremony, and details of the WWE Network Subscriber number following Wrestlemania. There will also be a show on Sunday next week, catching up on all the major news stories of the week.
(03/26/15) We return with a short Wrestlemania preview, comments on RAW and discuss the news of Brock Lesnar resigning with WWE. We look at the death of Perro Aguayo Jr, his career, the controversy and AAA's week of horror - probably the worst week for any major promotion in history. We also look at all the recent news from NJPW, NOAH, AJPW and Dragon Gate. We'll be back with a normal show on Wednesday, covering Wrestlemania 31 in full, the post Mania RAW, the 2015 Hall of Fame Ceremony, and details of the WWE Network Subscriber number following Wrestlemania. There will also be a show on Sunday next week, catching up on all the major news stories of the week.
(2/24/15) We return with a full review and analysis of WWE Fast Lane where WWE established all the main matches for this year's Wrestlemania. We discuss the main event between Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan, wether the right man won, drama with Brock Lesnar and more. We also look at the Sting vs. Triple H build, Randy Orton return, and The Undertaker confirmed as returning to face Bray Wyatt. We also have a full review of Raw, looking at the Orton storyline, the Rhodes vs. Rhodes angle, Cena and Rusev segment and much more. We also talk The Bushwhackers going into the WWE Hall of Fame, who else is planned for this year, and who might inductee them. We also look at the lawsuits filed by Chris Amann and the wife of Nelson Frazier, plus MUCH MORE.
(2/24/15) We return with a full review and analysis of WWE Fast Lane where WWE established all the main matches for this year's Wrestlemania. We discuss the main event between Roman Reigns and Daniel Bryan, wether the right man won, drama with Brock Lesnar and more. We also look at the Sting vs. Triple H build, Randy Orton return, and The Undertaker confirmed as returning to face Bray Wyatt. We also have a full review of Raw, looking at the Orton storyline, the Rhodes vs. Rhodes angle, Cena and Rusev segment and much more. We also talk The Bushwhackers going into the WWE Hall of Fame, who else is planned for this year, and who might inductee them. We also look at the lawsuits filed by Chris Amann and the wife of Nelson Frazier, plus MUCH MORE.
(2/15/15) We return with a packed show covering all the talking points from WWE's Q4 and 2014 results including TV details, Network performance and outlook, Occulus, results from all business areas, executive salaries and much more. We have a full report from last weeks Raw, including notes on crowd reaction to Daniel Bryan, plans for Fast Lane and how that might impact Wrestlemania, booking of Kane and The Big Show, and much more. We also talk Rikishi being the latest announced inductee into the Hall of Fame, Seth Rollins twitter drama, and company reaction to Darren Young's twitter comments relating to the Abu Dhabi tour. We have a full review of WWE NXT Takeover: Rival, another good show, with three topnotch matches. We discuss Finn Balor, the main event finish, plight of the women, and more.We also look at the first IMPACT from the UK tour, Grado/Al Snow angle, booking revolving around the World Title, and more. We look at the British Bootcamp final with notes on each of the finalists. We also talk both NJPW New Beginning PPV shows, which title changes were expected and which were a shock, Honma vs. Ishii, direction of Yuji Nagata, plans for Mascara Dorado, where the company could go with AJ Styles and MUCH MORE.
(2/15/15) We return with a packed show covering all the talking points from WWE's Q4 and 2014 results including TV details, Network performance and outlook, Occulus, results from all business areas, executive salaries and much more. We have a full report from last weeks Raw, including notes on crowd reaction to Daniel Bryan, plans for Fast Lane and how that might impact Wrestlemania, booking of Kane and The Big Show, and much more. We also talk Rikishi being the latest announced inductee into the Hall of Fame, Seth Rollins twitter drama, and company reaction to Darren Young's twitter comments relating to the Abu Dhabi tour. We have a full review of WWE NXT Takeover: Rival, another good show, with three topnotch matches. We discuss Finn Balor, the main event finish, plight of the women, and more.We also look at the first IMPACT from the UK tour, Grado/Al Snow angle, booking revolving around the World Title, and more. We look at the British Bootcamp final with notes on each of the finalists. We also talk both NJPW New Beginning PPV shows, which title changes were expected and which were a shock, Honma vs. Ishii, direction of Yuji Nagata, plans for Mascara Dorado, where the company could go with AJ Styles and MUCH MORE.
(2/8/15) We return with a packed show covering WWE changes concerning Fast Lane, what this means for Wrestlemania, Bryan vs. Reigns, Lesnar update and much more. We also analyse Triple H's appearance on Steve Austin's podcast, with the typical excuses, spins, Chyna, DX, NXT booking, reality era and much more. We have a full review of the go-home NXT show featuring Finn Balor vs. Hideo Itami, and a NXT Takeover Rival preview. We also look at TNA Lockdown, a show full of events designed to kill the cage gimmick, and two more episodes of British Bootcamp - a show rapidly going off the rails. We also look at Lucha Underground, and a preview of the upcoming NJPW shows in February, plus MUCH MORE.
(2/8/15) We return with a packed show covering WWE changes concerning Fast Lane, what this means for Wrestlemania, Bryan vs. Reigns, Lesnar update and much more. We also analyse Triple H's appearance on Steve Austin's podcast, with the typical excuses, spins, Chyna, DX, NXT booking, reality era and much more. We have a full review of the go-home NXT show featuring Finn Balor vs. Hideo Itami, and a NXT Takeover Rival preview. We also look at TNA Lockdown, a show full of events designed to kill the cage gimmick, and two more episodes of British Bootcamp - a show rapidly going off the rails. We also look at Lucha Underground, and a preview of the upcoming NJPW shows in February, plus MUCH MORE.
(01/18/15) We return with analysis of the news that Randy Savage is to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. We also have a full review and analysis of Raw, including return of Daniel Bryan, that Roman Reigns promo, Ambrose skits, and what might be planned for the Royal Rumble. We also have news on the next NXT live special and the return of Tough Enough. We talk Total Divas with more Bella Twins drama, Eva Marie's revelation, and Rosa Mendes schemes to attract more twitter followers. We also have a full review of TNA Impact, a look at the changes to the show, formation of MVP's new heel group, and the usual nonsense. We also look at British Bootcamp UK finals with comments on the standouts, Lucha Underground Week 3 with a stunning performance by Fenix, and NJPW's debut on AXS.
(01/18/15) We return with analysis of the news that Randy Savage is to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. We also have a full review and analysis of Raw, including return of Daniel Bryan, that Roman Reigns promo, Ambrose skits, and what might be planned for the Royal Rumble. We also have news on the next NXT live special and the return of Tough Enough. We talk Total Divas with more Bella Twins drama, Eva Marie's revelation, and Rosa Mendes schemes to attract more twitter followers. We also have a full review of TNA Impact, a look at the changes to the show, formation of MVP's new heel group, and the usual nonsense. We also look at British Bootcamp UK finals with comments on the standouts, Lucha Underground Week 3 with a stunning performance by Fenix, and NJPW's debut on AXS.
(12/6/14) We return with a full review and analysis of Raw, including Erick Rowan character development, emerging Miz/Naomi/Jimmy love triangle story, build for Cena vs. Rollins, notes on Rusev, Fandango, Bray Wyatt, The New Day and much more. We also look at the current card for TLC. We also have an nalysis of Vince McMahon’s appearance on Steve Austin’s podcast. We talk all the major notes from show, including Vince’s feelings on Cesaro, hilarious geography blooper, the”brass ring”, CM Punk firing and the truth behind Vince’s comments, and much more. Additionally, we have a full review of the first episode of TNA British Bootcamp 2 featuring the Glasgow auditions. We look at the Scottish talent featured on the show, with thoughts on Kay Lee Ray, Viper, Nikki Storm, Noam Dar, Grado, Simon Lancaster, The Tank and others. We look at who impressed and who fell flat, the contrived nature of the show, and some inconsistent treatment of the auditionees. Also, we have a full review and analysis of the first episode of Lucha Underground. We talk about the show production, what worked and what didn’t, some asinine booking, a great match, and wether or not the show has a future. Finally, we talk the launch of the NJPW World service, what to expect, and wether or not the venture has the potential to be success, we talk differences in Japan compared to the 1990’s, how events in 1994 regarding the TV situation severly impacted the industry, and much more
(12/6/14) We return with a full review and analysis of Raw, including Erick Rowan character development, emerging Miz/Naomi/Jimmy love triangle story, build for Cena vs. Rollins, notes on Rusev, Fandango, Bray Wyatt, The New Day and much more. We also look at the current card for TLC. We also have an nalysis of Vince McMahon’s appearance on Steve Austin’s podcast. We talk all the major notes from show, including Vince’s feelings on Cesaro, hilarious geography blooper, the”brass ring”, CM Punk firing and the truth behind Vince’s comments, and much more. Additionally, we have a full review of the first episode of TNA British Bootcamp 2 featuring the Glasgow auditions. We look at the Scottish talent featured on the show, with thoughts on Kay Lee Ray, Viper, Nikki Storm, Noam Dar, Grado, Simon Lancaster, The Tank and others. We look at who impressed and who fell flat, the contrived nature of the show, and some inconsistent treatment of the auditionees. Also, we have a full review and analysis of the first episode of Lucha Underground. We talk about the show production, what worked and what didn’t, some asinine booking, a great match, and wether or not the show has a future. Finally, we talk the launch of the NJPW World service, what to expect, and wether or not the venture has the potential to be success, we talk differences in Japan compared to the 1990’s, how events in 1994 regarding the TV situation severly impacted the industry, and much more
(11/28/14) We return with a summary style show covering all the major news stories from pro-wrestling over the last 30 days. We have a full recap of all the major news stories from WWE over the last month including debut of Sting at Survivor Series, Authority angle, TLC card, return dates for Bryan and Reigns, Khali release, Network subscribers and what needs to change, Alberto Del Rio settlement and much more. We discuss CM Punk's appearance on Colt Cabana's podcast, and his comments on his WWE departure. We talk the major revelations from the interview, Punk's feelings towards many of his co-workers, where Punk was being unreasonable, what really led to his departure and much more. We talk the move of Smackdown to Thursdays, whats happening with NXT, plans for Smackdown going forward, brand extension ideas and more. We talk about the announcement of TNA's new TV deal with Destination America, what we know about the deal, TNA's future and more. We talk all the news from NJPW, including thoughts on Power Struggle, Tokyo Dome card, and news of NJPW's US TV deal. We also talk about the current controversy over the Styles Clash after the news that Yoshi Tatsu is the third man (that we know of) this year to suffer a significant injury from the move. We talk about the other incidents, Styles's attitude, why its happening, and wether or not Styles needs to make the decision to stop using the move. We then round up the show talking about the news that NJPW will move some of its Osaka shows back to Castle Hall. We talk about Korakuen Hall, Tokyo Dome and other buildings and suggest other arena moves that might benefit NJPW financially in 2015.
(11/28/14) We return with a summary style show covering all the major news stories from pro-wrestling over the last 30 days. We have a full recap of all the major news stories from WWE over the last month including debut of Sting at Survivor Series, Authority angle, TLC card, return dates for Bryan and Reigns, Khali release, Network subscribers and what needs to change, Alberto Del Rio settlement and much more. We discuss CM Punk's appearance on Colt Cabana's podcast, and his comments on his WWE departure. We talk the major revelations from the interview, Punk's feelings towards many of his co-workers, where Punk was being unreasonable, what really led to his departure and much more. We talk the move of Smackdown to Thursdays, whats happening with NXT, plans for Smackdown going forward, brand extension ideas and more. We talk about the announcement of TNA's new TV deal with Destination America, what we know about the deal, TNA's future and more. We talk all the news from NJPW, including thoughts on Power Struggle, Tokyo Dome card, and news of NJPW's US TV deal. We also talk about the current controversy over the Styles Clash after the news that Yoshi Tatsu is the third man (that we know of) this year to suffer a significant injury from the move. We talk about the other incidents, Styles's attitude, why its happening, and wether or not Styles needs to make the decision to stop using the move. We then round up the show talking about the news that NJPW will move some of its Osaka shows back to Castle Hall. We talk about Korakuen Hall, Tokyo Dome and other buildings and suggest other arena moves that might benefit NJPW financially in 2015.
(10/17/14) We return with a full review and analysis of the 10/13 RAW, where plans for the Hell in a Cell PPV changed again. We talk why the pole match between Ambrose and Cena ended up on free TV, reasons why the PPV is going to underperform, where Rusev vs. Show is heading, Orton vs. Rollins, longer TV matches, use of celebrities and much more. We also look at the current card for the Hell-in-a-Cell PPV and talk the release of ring announcer Justin Roberts. We also have a full review of last weeks Total Divas, with most of the cast heading to Curacao for Eva Marie's batchelerette party. Problems between Nattie and TJ continue to mount, Cameron gets cold feet when Vinny tries to move their relationship forward, and Brie and Nikki bicker over Brie refusing to let her hair down. We have a full review and analysis of TNA Bound For Glory - a glorified house show from Japan with no storyline developments and wacky dealings with some of the titles. We talk the announcing, crowd reactions, all the matches, Team 3D Hall of Fame induction, and a main event which fell completely flat. We also have a full review of NJPW King of Pro Wrestling. We analyse the decision to go with Tanahashi vs. Okada as the Tokyo Dome main event. We talk how the choice could have an impact on NJPW attempting to run on traditional PPV in the US. We also discuss the cracks that are forming in New Japan's booking, how they must learn from similar mistakes that were made by AJPW and NOAH many years ago, and why the promotion is making errors in judgment that may end up catching up with them. We talk all the matches, repetitive line-ups, and plans for the November PPV.
(10/17/14) We return with a full review and analysis of the 10/13 RAW, where plans for the Hell in a Cell PPV changed again. We talk why the pole match between Ambrose and Cena ended up on free TV, reasons why the PPV is going to underperform, where Rusev vs. Show is heading, Orton vs. Rollins, longer TV matches, use of celebrities and much more. We also look at the current card for the Hell-in-a-Cell PPV and talk the release of ring announcer Justin Roberts. We also have a full review of last weeks Total Divas, with most of the cast heading to Curacao for Eva Marie's batchelerette party. Problems between Nattie and TJ continue to mount, Cameron gets cold feet when Vinny tries to move their relationship forward, and Brie and Nikki bicker over Brie refusing to let her hair down. We have a full review and analysis of TNA Bound For Glory - a glorified house show from Japan with no storyline developments and wacky dealings with some of the titles. We talk the announcing, crowd reactions, all the matches, Team 3D Hall of Fame induction, and a main event which fell completely flat. We also have a full review of NJPW King of Pro Wrestling. We analyse the decision to go with Tanahashi vs. Okada as the Tokyo Dome main event. We talk how the choice could have an impact on NJPW attempting to run on traditional PPV in the US. We also discuss the cracks that are forming in New Japan's booking, how they must learn from similar mistakes that were made by AJPW and NOAH many years ago, and why the promotion is making errors in judgment that may end up catching up with them. We talk all the matches, repetitive line-ups, and plans for the November PPV.
*** Please note: There were technical difficulties during recording with microphones. We apologise and hope it does not spoil your enjoyment of the show ****** (10/10/14) We return with a full review and analysis of the 10/6 RAW, with the surprise return of The Rock in an entertaining segment with Rusev. We also talk appearances of Kathy Lee, Hoda and Joan Lundon. We talk all the matches and segments, plans for Brock Lesnar, whats in store for Bray Wyatt and the rest of the Wyatt clan, push of Dean Ambrose, three terrible matches and much more. We look at hints that The Rock will be performing at next year's Wrestlemania. We talk possible opponents, potential big money match with Brock Lesnar, story with Triple H and much more. We also talk updates on The Undertaker, his feelings on Sting, whether Sting will work at Mania, plans for John Cena, Roman Reigns and much more. We also have a full review of last weeks Total Divas, with Bryan reluctant to undergo a second surgery. We also look at Cameron's younger brother causing the family concern by his supposedly out-of-control behaviour, where in Total Divas land skipping school automatically leads to a youngster joining a street gang. There's also even more drama between Eva Marie and Jonathan over gun safety which develops into a storyline about Jonathan going behind her back. We preview TNA Bound For Glory, including Wrestle-1 completely screwing the PPV match by turning Tajiri heel days before the event to the chagrin of TNA. We also have a full preview of NJPW King of Pro Wrestling, and all the news from Dragon Gate including Akira Tozawa title chase, SATL final, Ryo Saito, Mondai Ryu, a "unit disbands vs. deportation" match planned for Korakuen Hall, the November PPV in Osaka, and much more.
*** Please note: There were technical difficulties during recording with microphones. We apologise and hope it does not spoil your enjoyment of the show ****** (10/10/14) We return with a full review and analysis of the 10/6 RAW, with the surprise return of The Rock in an entertaining segment with Rusev. We also talk appearances of Kathy Lee, Hoda and Joan Lundon. We talk all the matches and segments, plans for Brock Lesnar, whats in store for Bray Wyatt and the rest of the Wyatt clan, push of Dean Ambrose, three terrible matches and much more. We look at hints that The Rock will be performing at next year's Wrestlemania. We talk possible opponents, potential big money match with Brock Lesnar, story with Triple H and much more. We also talk updates on The Undertaker, his feelings on Sting, whether Sting will work at Mania, plans for John Cena, Roman Reigns and much more. We also have a full review of last weeks Total Divas, with Bryan reluctant to undergo a second surgery. We also look at Cameron's younger brother causing the family concern by his supposedly out-of-control behaviour, where in Total Divas land skipping school automatically leads to a youngster joining a street gang. There's also even more drama between Eva Marie and Jonathan over gun safety which develops into a storyline about Jonathan going behind her back. We preview TNA Bound For Glory, including Wrestle-1 completely screwing the PPV match by turning Tajiri heel days before the event to the chagrin of TNA. We also have a full preview of NJPW King of Pro Wrestling, and all the news from Dragon Gate including Akira Tozawa title chase, SATL final, Ryo Saito, Mondai Ryu, a "unit disbands vs. deportation" match planned for Korakuen Hall, the November PPV in Osaka, and much more.
(10/06/14) We return with a full review and analysis of a depressing episode of IMPACT, Bound For Glory card, Kim/Havok title change, EC3/Spud break-up looming, and much more. We also have a full review of NXT featuring Tyson Kidd's last shot at the NXT Title, Charlotte vs. Bailey II, Baron Corbin, and Hideo Itami. We also have over an hour dedicated to listener Q&A.
(10/06/14) We return with a full review and analysis of a depressing episode of IMPACT, Bound For Glory card, Kim/Havok title change, EC3/Spud break-up looming, and much more. We also have a full review of NXT featuring Tyson Kidd's last shot at the NXT Title, Charlotte vs. Bailey II, Baron Corbin, and Hideo Itami. We also have over an hour dedicated to listener Q&A.
(10/3/14) We return with a full review and analysis of WWE Raw, a show built around the elevation of Dean Ambrose. We talk plans for Luke Harper, Bray Wyatt, Rusev, and the current card for WWE Hell in a Cell. We also look at the latest episode of Total Divas, WWE Network launch in the UK delayed, and a live report from the latest Preston City Wrestling show featuring Team 3D
(10/3/14) We return with a full review and analysis of WWE Raw, a show built around the elevation of Dean Ambrose. We talk plans for Luke Harper, Bray Wyatt, Rusev, and the current card for WWE Hell in a Cell. We also look at the latest episode of Total Divas, WWE Network launch in the UK delayed, and a live report from the latest Preston City Wrestling show featuring Team 3D
(09/26/14) We return with a packed show, containing a full review of WWE Night of Champions 2014, RAW, plans for Hell-in-a-Cell PPV, company direction, Total Divas and much more. We also talk TNA's TV situation, the company effectively going dark in late November, an update on the shambles that is Bound For Glory, TV negotations, contract updates and much more. We also have full reviews of both NJPW Destruction PPVs, with the runaway Match of the Year, and a look ahead to plans for the October show.
(09/26/14) We return with a packed show, containing a full review of WWE Night of Champions 2014, RAW, plans for Hell-in-a-Cell PPV, company direction, Total Divas and much more. We also talk TNA's TV situation, the company effectively going dark in late November, an update on the shambles that is Bound For Glory, TV negotations, contract updates and much more. We also have full reviews of both NJPW Destruction PPVs, with the runaway Match of the Year, and a look ahead to plans for the October show.
(9/19/14) We turn with a full review and analysis of the 9/15 RAW, the go-home show to WWE Night of Champions, a tedious show full of absurd finishes that did little to build the PPV. We talk the Cena/Heyman storyline, perplexing results, layout of the show, transition into a Show/Wyatt feud, an awful Naomi/Cameron match, what happened to the NXT guys, terrible announcing and the decision to put Reigns/Rollins on free TV just six days before the PPV. We also talk Rusev in the main event segment, reasons for the decision, and where Rusev will head after his match with Mark Henry.We also have a full preview and predictions for WWE Night of Champions. We talk all the matches, build, likely results and future direction. We predict what might happen in the Cena vs. Lesnar main event, and who will leave the show with the WWE World Heavyweight Title. We also have a full review of Total Divas, previews for upcoming NJPW PPV shows, the biggest match of the year in Mexico looming, notes on Ric Flair, HOF discussion and much MORE.
(9/19/14) We turn with a full review and analysis of the 9/15 RAW, the go-home show to WWE Night of Champions, a tedious show full of absurd finishes that did little to build the PPV. We talk the Cena/Heyman storyline, perplexing results, layout of the show, transition into a Show/Wyatt feud, an awful Naomi/Cameron match, what happened to the NXT guys, terrible announcing and the decision to put Reigns/Rollins on free TV just six days before the PPV. We also talk Rusev in the main event segment, reasons for the decision, and where Rusev will head after his match with Mark Henry.We also have a full preview and predictions for WWE Night of Champions. We talk all the matches, build, likely results and future direction. We predict what might happen in the Cena vs. Lesnar main event, and who will leave the show with the WWE World Heavyweight Title. We also have a full review of Total Divas, previews for upcoming NJPW PPV shows, the biggest match of the year in Mexico looming, notes on Ric Flair, HOF discussion and much MORE.
(09/14/14) We return with a full review and analysis of NXT Takeover 2: Fatal 4 Way on 9/11 including a NXT Tag Title change, pushes of Baron Corbin and Bull Dempsey, and more. We also talk the debut of KENTA, new name, angle with The Ascension, and future booking. We look at the future of Sami Zayn and Adrian Neville, apparent Charlotte babyface turn, Marcus Louis losing his hair, and some excellent video packages. We also talk the decision to feature the NXT roster more often on Raw and Smackdown. We also have a full review and analysis of the 9/10 IMPACT, one of the strongest IMPACT episodes of the year. We talk Chris Melendez's debut, Tazz's wrestling vs. MMA talk, a fun six-man tag, Rebel TNA in-ring debut, and a three-way tables match main event. We also have notes on EC3, Kim vs. Havok, Manik's kidnapping, and the unveiling of the cover star of TNA's knockouts calendar. We also have updates on Bound For Glory, Bully Ray contract, Jeff Hardy travel issue and much more. We also talk the latest chapter in the Vince Russo vs. TNA/Spike story.
(09/14/14) We return with a full review and analysis of NXT Takeover 2: Fatal 4 Way on 9/11 including a NXT Tag Title change, pushes of Baron Corbin and Bull Dempsey, and more. We also talk the debut of KENTA, new name, angle with The Ascension, and future booking. We look at the future of Sami Zayn and Adrian Neville, apparent Charlotte babyface turn, Marcus Louis losing his hair, and some excellent video packages. We also talk the decision to feature the NXT roster more often on Raw and Smackdown. We also have a full review and analysis of the 9/10 IMPACT, one of the strongest IMPACT episodes of the year. We talk Chris Melendez's debut, Tazz's wrestling vs. MMA talk, a fun six-man tag, Rebel TNA in-ring debut, and a three-way tables match main event. We also have notes on EC3, Kim vs. Havok, Manik's kidnapping, and the unveiling of the cover star of TNA's knockouts calendar. We also have updates on Bound For Glory, Bully Ray contract, Jeff Hardy travel issue and much more. We also talk the latest chapter in the Vince Russo vs. TNA/Spike story.
(9/12/14) News on the death of Sean O'Haire, notes on his life and career, and WWE's reaction (or lack thereof) to his passing. We also have a full review and analysis of the 9/8 RAW Season Premiere with Jericho vs. Wyatt in a cage, Cena stands up to Heyman, NXT guys on RAW, Jerry Springer legit injured in Bella Twins segment, Orton vs. Reigns rematch and much more. We also have a full review and analysis of the Total Divas season 3 premiere with Nikki deciding to freeze some eggs and lying to John Cena yet again, Rosa Mendes debut, and more drama with Eva Marie and her family. We talk results and notes from ROH's iPPV, including the full story on why the decision was made to relieve Michael Elgin of the ROH Title. We also have full results and analysis of Dragon Gate's iPPV from Korakuen Hall including an entertaining Loser Revives Survival Instant Comeback Captain's Fall Elimination match main event, an awesome SATL match between CIMA & Gamma and T-Hawk & Eita, debut of Dia Hearts with a victory over Monster Express and much more. We also have an update on British Bootcamp, plus MUCH MORE.
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