Top Rope Nation Wrestling Podcast

We preview this Saturday's WWE Crown Jewel event and dissect some of the issues plaguing AEW right now, including Ric Flair's signing.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 110 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WCW Halloween Havoc 1998 and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged.' Read more about how to support us and gain access here: ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/topropenation⁠⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel at ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/topropenation⁠⁠ and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

This is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. We discuss WCW Halloween Havoc 1998. This show featured Hulk Hogan vs. Warrior, Sting vs. Bret Hart, DDP vs. Goldberg, and much more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head to ⁠https://www.patreon.com/topropenation⁠ to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at 2 1/2 hours!). We'd be honored to have your support. Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics,' 'TRN Unplugged,' and 'TRN Extra'). There are more than 115 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to begin listening to the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/⁠ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

We convene to discuss the WWE and AEW title pictures moving forward. We look at our picks when it comes to the five likeliest contenders to defeat both Roman Reigns and MJF over the next few months, as well as our "honorable mentions" for the list.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 110 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF Saturday Night's Main Event #7 (with Kyle Ross joining us) and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' covering recent WWE news and a review of WWF Breakdown 1998. A new edition of 'Classics' looking at Halloween Havoc 1998 drops next week! Read more about how to support us and gain access here: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/topropenation⁠ Subscribe to our YouTube channel at ⁠https://www.youtube.com/topropenation⁠ and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

We convene to discuss this week's so-called "Tuesday Night War." What went down on AEW Dynamite and NXT, as well as Tony Khan's much-talked about reaction to the ratings news. Plus, we discuss our reactions to the first trailer for "The Iron Claw" and more.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 110 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF Saturday Night's Main Event #7 (with Kyle Ross joining us) and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' covering the recent WWE releases and WWF Breakdown 1998 Read more about how to support us and gain access here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan, Justin and Jesse break down everything from Sunday's WrestleDream show. Plus, a discussion on where Bryan Danielson vs. Zack Sabre, Jr. ranks all time, the decision to have Julia Hart lose, Swerve's prospects moving forward, and much more.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 110 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF Saturday Night's Main Event #7 (with Kyle Ross joining us) and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' covering the recent WWE releases and WWF Breakdown 1998 Read more about how to support us and gain access here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Kyle Ross made his return to Top Rope Nation and here's your chance to hear it! This is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. Kyle joins us as we go back in time to discuss WWF Saturday Night's Main Event #7 (taped September 13, 1986 and aired October 4, 1986). This show featured Hulk Hogan vs. Paul Orndorff, The British Bulldogs vs. The Dream Team, Roddy Piper, Jake Roberts, and more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at over two hours!). We'd be honored to have your support. Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics,' 'TRN Unplugged,' and 'TRN Extra'). There are more than 100 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

We convened immediately after Grand Slam went off the air to talk about the show that aired Wednesday night from Arthur Ashe Stadium. Plus, what happened with Jon Moxley's injury and that title change? Lastly, we also have some thoughts on The Rock's return last Friday on WWE SmackDown. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF SummerSlam 1998 and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' (Jesse's new show) covering Gunther's IC title reign and ECW Heatwave '98. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan and Jesse convene to discuss this week's historic WWE and UFC merger to form TKO Group. Plus, thoughts on AEW's build to Dynamite Grand Slam, Jade Cargill's pending departure, AEW developmental vs. WWE developmental, the PWI 500, and much more.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF SummerSlam 1998 and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' (Jesse's new show) covering Gunther's IC title reign and ECW Heatwave '98. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan, Jesse, and Justin discuss their experience last weekend at AEW Collision and AEW All Out. Plus, thoughts on this week's AEW Dynamite, Bryan Danielson as the GOAT, and the possibility of CM Punk returning to WWE.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF SummerSlam 1998 and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' (Jesse's new show) drops early next week. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Jesse and Justin preview this Sunday's AEW All Out PPV and have some thoughts on the card. In short, it's not good! Will CM Punk show up? Why is this card so weak? For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering NWA/WCW Great American Bash 1989 and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' (Jesse's new show). Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan, Jesse, and special guest Carl Longhawn check-in to review AEW All In, Sunday's massive show from Wembley Stadium. Carl attended the show and gives his live perspective of what it was like to be at the event. Plus, we all share our thoughts on the CM Punk and Jack Perry fight and possible suspension situation. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering NWA/WCW Great American Bash 1989 and a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' (Jesse's new show). Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

A difficult show this week as we remember the lives of Terry Funk and Bray Wyatt. Plus thoughts on AEW All In as we preview and give our predictions for this Sunday's big show at Wembley Stadium. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering NWA/WCW Great American Bash 1989 and have a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' (Jesse's new show) dropping next week. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Lots to discuss on the podcast this week, starting with all of the backstage happenings on CM Punk over at AEW with Ryan Nemeth, Hangman Adam Page, Christopher Daniels, and more. We debate whether this is overblown or warranted. Plus, thoughts on the build to AEW All In, the MJF/Adam Cole dynamic (and eventual turn), WWE's recent television shows, Chad Gable, and much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering NWA/WCW Great American Bash 1989 and have a new episode of 'TRN Unplugged' (Jesse's new show) dropping next week. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss NWA/WCW Great American Bash 1989. This show featured NWA Champion Ric Flair taking on Terry Funk, Lex Luger vs. Ricky Steamboat, Sting vs. The Great Muta, and much more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at two and a half hours!). We'd be honored to have your support. You can now sign up for a 7 day free trial and gain full access before you pay at all! Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics' and 'TRN Extra'). There are more than 100 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Justin and Jesse review this year's SummerSlam PLE event. Roman Reigns vs Jey Uso. Cody Rhodes vs Brock Lesnar. Iyo Sky cashes in. And much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF King of the Ring 2001 and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of all time. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan, Justin and Jesse break down this Saturday's WWE SummerSlam card, previewing and predicting each match. They talk about the controversy of leaving Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus off the card as well, what could be in Roman Reigns' future, as well as the future of the new World Title. Then, some discussion AEW Dynamite's 200th episode, the card shaping up for All In at Wembley Stadium and much more.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF King of the Ring 2001 and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of all time. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

It's a new era for TRN as Jesse Velasquez joins us full-time! On this week's show, Ryan and Jesse discuss AEW's ups and downs since we last spoke. Plus, thoughts on WWE's booking of LA Knight and early info on 'The Iron Claw,' the new film about the Von Erich family. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF King of the Ring 2001 and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of all time. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan discusses Jesse Velasquez joining the podcast full-time as our new co-host. Plus, a special free preview of this month's Top Rope Nation Classics episode. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF King of the Ring 2001 and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of all time. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Our good friend Jesse Velasquez joins us to discuss the direction for WWE SummerSlam, as well as to review this past Saturday's WWE Money In The Bank PLE. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WCW SuperBrawl (1991) and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of all time. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan and Justin discuss their thoughts on AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door 2, plus the latest on Bryan Danielson's broken right forearm. And of course, we celebrate Episode 300 of the flagship! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WCW SuperBrawl (1991) and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of all time. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Enjoy a free selection from this week's 'Top Rope Nation Extra' bonus show that released to our Patreon-exclusive feed todayday. Ryan is joined by Rick Skelton to discuss the best WWE stories/storylines in history and how the Bloodline ranks compared to them. This is the first 15 minutes of what is a 90 minute show! Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up for your 7-day free trial to hear this full podcast, as well as over 100 full length bonus shows in total that are only available on our Patreon page. We'd be honored to have you as a subscriber. If you like our flagship show here on the regular feed, you're going to love the bonus shows. Patrons also receive access to our monthly bonus podcast 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' a two-plus hour deep dive on a classic wrestling event. We have a 'Classics' episode on King of the Ring 2001 releasing later this week and dozens already in the archives. Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan and Justin talk about whether this week's AEW Dynamite was the best in company history, look ahead to this Saturday night's debut of AEW Collision, the card so far for Forbidden Door, and the latest on CM Punk's return.  Episode 300 coming up NEXT WEEK! Send us an audio message at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for inclusion during the show. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WCW SuperBrawl (1991). Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss WCW SuperBrawl (1991). This show featured WCW Champion Ric Flair taking on IWGP/NWA Champion Tatsumi Fujinami, The Steiner Brothers vs. Sting and Lex Luger, Brian Pillman vs. Barry Windham, and much more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at two and a half hours!). We'd be honored to have your support. You can now sign up for a 7 day free trial and gain full access before you pay at all! Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics' and 'TRN Extra'). There are now more than 100 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

Ryan, Justin, and special guest Carl Longhawn review AEW Double or Nothing 2023 in its entirety, full results and evaluation of Anarchy in the Arena 2, the Four Pillars AEW World Title match, Kris Statlander's shocking return and Jade Cargill's loss, Toni Storms championship victory, and more. Plus, some thoughts on the upcoming AEW video game release and WWE Night of Champions. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering AWA WrestleRock '86. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

We can check-in to get you ready for a big weekend: AEW Double or Nothing and WWE Night of Champions! Plus, a discussion on CM Punk's pending return at the June 17th AEW Collision debut at the United Center. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering AWA WrestleRock '86. Read more about how to support us and gain access, including a 7 day free trial, right here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/top-rope-nation/support

We convene to give our late thoughts on WWE Backlash and the fallout from WWE Raw. Then, we look ahead to the rest of the WWE World Title tournament and predict a winner (and what will happen on SmackDown). Finally, some thoughts on the lineup for this week's AEW Dynamite and the months ahead.  We're back! This week, we discuss CM Punk's recent trip around the wrestling world (to various companies) and what could have been the motivation. Plus, thoughts on the WWE Draft, the new WWE World Championship, WWE Backlash, this week's AEW Dynamite, and a very fun Q&A segment. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering AWA WrestleRock '86. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation

We're back! This week, we discuss CM Punk's recent trip around the wrestling world (to various companies) and what could have been the motivation. Plus, thoughts on the WWE Draft, the new WWE World Championship, WWE Backlash, this week's AEW Dynamite, and a very fun Q&A segment. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering AWA WrestleRock '86. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss AWA's WrestleRock '86 from the Metrodome in Minneapolis. We are joined by Jesse Velasquez of the Unplugged Wrestling Podcast who attended the event live as a young kid. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at two and a half hours!). We'd be honored to have your support.  Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics' and 'TRN Extra'). There are now more than 100 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment. 

Ryan and Justin discuss the news of the day that CM Punk's return to AEW is in the works. We discuss when it will happen, where it will happen, and potentially how. How does The Elite factor in? Chris Jericho? Plus, some thoughts on this week's AEW Dynamite and the direction for Wembley Stadium.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WrestleMania 17. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our shows on video. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation

Ryan and Justin discuss the fallout from Vince McMahon's return to creative, a disappointing Raw After Mania, a really good AEW Dynamite, and AEW's announcement of a show at Wembley Stadium. Plus, Jesse Velasquez joins us too, doing a run-in after we experienced some technical difficulties! Apologies in advance for the technical difficulty we ran into. Rather than doing lots of edits, we thought it might be more entertaining for you to hear it as it unfolded. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WrestleMania 17. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A lot to discuss today. Cody Rhodes comes up short against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39. How night two of WrestleMania compared to night one. An all-time great Intercontinental title match. Plus, WWE has been sold to Endeavor and will combine with UFC to form a new company. Ryan is joined by Jesse Velasquez of the Unplugged Wrestling Podcast to break it all down. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a new 'Classics' show dropping this weekend on WrestleMania 17. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us as we discuss WWE WrestleMania 39 (Night One), a great night of wrestling with one of the best women's matches in company history and an outstanding main event between Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens and The Usos. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a new 'Classics' show dropping this weekend on WrestleMania 17. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss WWF WrestleMania 17, arguably the greatest WrestleMania of all time (and we do argue about that point). The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at just under three hours!). We'd be honored to have your support.  Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics' and 'TRN Extra'). There are now more than 100 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We preview both nights of WWE WrestleMania 39, scheduled for this weekend in Los Angeles, California. Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes. Sami Zayn. Kevin Owens. John Cena. It's the most exciting time of the year for pro wrestling, so get ready for this weekend with us! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a new 'Classics' show dropping this weekend on WrestleMania 17. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's episode features Kyle and special guest Jesse Velasquez to discuss a plethora of topics in the wrestling world, including WWE's main scene, the discourse on 2022 wrestler of the year, Bray Wyatt's status, John Cena's return, the WrestleMania 39 card, and a good debate on whether Triple H or Roman Reigns have had the better in-ring career. Check out Jesse's pod - Unplugged Pro Wrestling. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan and Justin are on the air this week to discuss John Cena's return to WWE, Jey Uso turning on Sami Zayn, the AEW Dynamite after Revolution, a question and answer segment, and much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan and Kyle convene to discuss all the results from AEW Revolution 2023. We give our grade for the show, review all of the matches, discuss where this PPV ranks historical for AEW and whether that was the best Iron Man match of all time, and much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss WCW WrestleWar 1991, a show that includes one of the greatest War Games matches of all time. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at two and a half hours)! We'd be honored to have your support.  Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics' and 'TRN Extra'). There are now more than 100 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A lively discussion from Ryan, Kyle, and Justin about Saturday night's WWE Elimination Chamber event. Was not crowning Sami Zayn the new champion the right call? What does this mean for WrestleMania? And what about the rest of the card's results? It's all covered here in a rather entertaining show, featuring a ton of laughs and banter that we hope you will enjoy. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle is joined by Frank Peteani of Pro Wrestling Torch for a full preview and predictions for this weekend's WWE Elimination Chamber. Plus, thoughts on the narrative that AEW has a "babyface problem" and a look at the possible WrestleMania 39 card. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan and Justin check-in to discuss a newsworthy week in the world of wrestling. We talk about Cody Rhodes' much talked about promo from WWE Raw with Paul Heyman, a really good edition of AEW Dynamite (with a questionable ending), and take some mailbag questions to wrap things up. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kyle is joined by Liam O'Rourke this week on the flagship show to discuss the February 1 edition of AEW Dynamite. Then, they begin a series looking at rebooking 1998 WCW. A really fun discussion! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have nearly 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss WWF Royal Rumble 1994. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at two and a half hours)! We'd be honored to have your support.  Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics' and 'TRN Extra'). There are now more than 100 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us for a full review of the 2023 edition of the Royal Rumble! Each match is covered, as well as the all-time great show closing angle between Sami Zayn, Roman Reigns, and The Bloodline. Thanks to Jesse Velasquez of the Unplugged Wrestling Podcast for joining us on the show! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have nearly 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan is joined by Zack Heydorn, Assistant Editor of Pro Wrestling Torch, to preview and predict this Saturday night's WWE Royal Rumble event. We talk Roman Reigns, Sami Zayn, The Bloodline, both the men's and women's Rumble matches, rumors on the Rock and Steve Austin, and so much more. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have nearly 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Enjoy a free selection from this week's 'Top Rope Nation Extra' bonus show that released to our Patreon-exclusive feed yesterday. Kyle discusses WWE's recent (and putrid) 'RAW's Top Moments' list, RAW XXX, and has some thoughts on the men's Rumble match this year. This is the first 15 minutes of what is a 45 minute show. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear this full podcast, as well as close to 100 full length bonus shows in total that are only available on Patreon. We'd be honored to have you as a subscriber. If you like our flagship show here on the regular feed, you're going to love the bonus shows. Patrons also receive access to our monthly bonus podcast 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' a two-plus hour deep dive on a classic wrestling event. We have a 'Classics' episode on Royal Rumble 1994 releasing this week. Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan and Justin break down the past winners of the Royal Rumble and look at possible alternative scenarios (when necessary). They also discuss the "no brainer" victors. Plus, a discussion on the death of Jay Briscoe.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have nearly 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Enjoy a free selection from this week's 'Top Rope Nation Extra' bonus show that released to our Patreon-exclusive feed yesterday. Kyle and special guest Rick Skelton discuss the 30th anniversary of WWE RAW with a look back at the best moments of the previous three decades, as well as a discussion on the recent history of the Royal Rumble. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear this full podcast (over 100 minutes in length), as well as close to 100 full length bonus shows in total that are only available on Patreon. We'd be honored to have you as a subscriber. If you like our flagship show here on the regular feed, you're going to love the bonus shows. Patrons also receive access to our monthly bonus podcast 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' a two-plus hour deep dive on a classic wrestling event. We have a 'Classics' episode on Starrcade 1997 that just released (it's over 2 hours!). Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan and Justin return to talk about the breaking news that Vince McMahon is making a play for his WWE return. Plus, we discuss our picks for our 2022 pro wrestling awards and make some predictions for 2023! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have nearly 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. Read more about how to support us and gain access here: www.patreon.com/topropenation Subscribe to our YouTube channel at www.youtube.com/topropenation and never miss one of our live shows. Have a question for the show? Send your questions to TopRopeNation@gmail.com and if we read it on the air, we'll send you a free gift in the mail! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss WCW Starrcade 1997. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Of course, a sizable portion is spent discussing how Eric Bischoff and company completely blew it with Sting vs. Hulk Hogan. Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to hear the entire podcast (which clocks in at two and a half hours)! We'd be honored to have your support.  Patrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics' and 'TRN Extra'). There are now more than 95 exclusive bonus podcasts available for you to dive into the minute you sign up! Other benefits available to Patrons-only include: early ad-free releases of all of our podcasts, a quarterly Zoom hangout with our hosts, quarterly merchandise giveaways, a free gift for signing up, and much more! Check out the Patreon link to read about all of the benefits available at each of our three tiers.  Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation and shoot us an email at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for an upcoming mailbag segment.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As a Christmas present to all of our listeners this year, we are releasing, in full, our Patreon-exclusive bonus podcast from January 2022 looking back at the 1992 WWF Royal Rumble. Prior to today, this podcast has only been heard by our Patreon supporters. Now, hear one of these bonus podcasts in its entirety for yourself and see what you've been missing out on! If you liked this full episode and want to hear every single edition of the 'Classics' bonus podcast we have done in the past (35+), and the episodes we will be releasing in the future (we have one on Starrcade 1997 dropping later this week) head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up to support us on Patreon. We'd be honored to have your support. There's also 60 editions of 'Top Rope Nation Extra' available exclusively to Patrons. Join our Facebook discussion group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/290971494637440/ Follow us on Twitter @TopRopeNation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices