Wrestling with Freddie

Jeff and I explore online tribalism within the wrestling community and how it has created a divide, hindering fans from fully embracing the diverse world of wrestling and its current renaissance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the WWE King and Queen of the Ring tournament continues, Jeff and I want to express our admiration for the wrestlers' remarkable performances. This includes the intense battle between Gunther and Sheamus, which was nothing short of spectacular. We're also thoroughly enjoying the narrative that Drew and CM Punk are crafting as they work through their rivalry and recover from injuries. Plus, we get into the unfolding Civil War storyline in AEW. Is it effective?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to the shoe game Swerve brings it, and this week on Unsanctioned Thursday - Swerve shares how he created the very first pro-wrestling sneaker with his partner Flash Garment.  Swerve also shares some stories about his wrestling journey and his come up with fellow AEW wrestler Will Osprey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swerve Strickland is our guest this week and Jeff and I speak to him about how he's delivering on his promise in becoming AEW World Champion. Swerve also tells us how it's sometimes lonely at the top and how he winds down after a long week of wrestling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Unsanctioned Thursday, Jeff and I take a stroll down memory lane. I relive the saga of my romance with the wrestling world amidst the glitz of Hollywood and we peel back the curtain on Jeff's inaugural plunge into the pro wrestling universe. Plus, I'll spill the latest chapters of my odyssey in crafting and debuting my very own wrestling federation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jeff and I wrestle with the idea- Is the WWE Draft still a headline-worthy event? We're tossing around catchy new monikers for the draft and we debate whether there was a big enough shake up across the brands. Plus, we're tackling AEW's latest epic saga featuring Tony Khan and the Elite. The plot's twists and turns have us on the edge of our seats, and we're dishing out our dream scenarios for how this storyline should unfold in the ring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEW Dyansty in in the books, they crowned their first African American champion in company history! We talk match of the year contender and I read a decision by a network live on the show as it comes in real time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I agree that the production at WWE has taken a turn for the best and their attention to details are leaving us with some great television moments.  We discuss the unfortunate injury to Rhea and how this now opened the door for one more Becky Lynch run as Women's World Champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I don't hold anything back when it comes to sharing our thoughts on having celebrities hit the squared circle. I share some stories of the time I worked in WWE and had to make a match work with Jersey Shore reality star, Snooki. Jeff tells us who he thinks was the worst celebrity turned wrestler and I share some more insights on pitching my federation to media companies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I discuss the newest signee to the Smackdown brand, we dive further into the new era in WWE, and question whether the release of the AEW All In footage did anything to further any storylines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WWE strides boldly into a new era, and this year's WrestleMania leaves no room for doubt: Triple H now embodies the face of the company, leading it into an exciting future. Jeff and I delve into what this era means for the company, its wrestlers, and, above all, the passionate fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WrestleMania 40 etched its place in history. Jeff and I delved into the most impactful matches, the future of WWE and Cody Rhodes finishing his story which culminated in a triumphant journey to becoming the WWE Undisputed Universal Champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

oin us for our first Unsanctioned Thursday of season 4 as we examine the seismic changes that unfolded during our podcast hiatus.  We discuss the evolving TV and streaming landscape, exploring its effects on the wrestling community, and how we watch our favorite wrestling TV shows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WrestleMania 40 is promising to be the grandest spectacle in wrestling history, and of course Jeff and I are back behind the mic with our predictions.  From championship clashes to hot feuds, we've got it all covered. Plus, we dissect the intense storylines that have fueled the fire on Raw and SmackDown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get unsanctioned with Swerve Strickland. He opens about becoming the first black tag team champion in AEW alongside  Keith Lee.  Swerve also shares his dream of becoming AEW World Champion, and what that would mean for him and his community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On our final episode of the season, we go all in, and we chat with AEW superstar Swerve Strickland about his rise to stardom, his feuds and matches, and his “Real Heel” persona. Swerve tells us how he stays true to himself, how he deals with the fans and the critics, and what his goals are for the future. Don't miss this exclusive and candid conversation with one of the most exciting and authentic wrestlers in the business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEW has a lot of history for only being 5 years old. Jeff and I compete again to see who knows more as producer Alex quizzes us on AEW facts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our producer Alex challenges our wrestling knowledge on this special trivia episode. Find out who knows the most about WWE, me or Jeff, and join in see how you score.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take a trip with me and Jeff to the future, as we predict what's to come in 2024 for both WWE and AEW.  There are huge names that are free agents, records to be broken, and TV deals to be made.  The wrestling landscape is always changing and we can't wait to see what will be come in the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's done! Join us for our inaugural WWF Awards show.  Jeff and I reveal our choices in various categories like, Rookie Wrestler of the Year, Best Promo Artist of the Year, and Match or Feud of the Year (to name a few).  We've compared AEW and WWE in different aspects and will tell you who we think earned the victory . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's part two of our conversation with Santos Escobar on Unsanctioned Thursday. Listen as he talks about what his culture and what Latino representation means to him, and how he honors his heritage and his father, El Fantasma. Escobar also reveals some of his inspirations, goals, and challenges in his career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on WWF Jeff and I speak with WWE SmackDown superstar Santos Escobar, the former leader of Legado Del Fantasma and a former NXT Cruiserweight Champion. Escobar shares his journey from being a second-generation luchador in Mexico to becoming one of the most dominant and charismatic wrestlers in WWE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I look at the incredible job that Paul “Triple H” Levesque has done after being named the head of creative by TKO after the sale of WWE.  Jeff gives us his take on what Paul has done for the women's division, and I praise Triple H for having his finger on the pulse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Night Raw was full of returns. Randy Orton came back and immediately was thrown into the mix with Judgement Day.  Jeff tells us why he dislikes the tag team turmoil, and I give you my honest opinion on the CM Punk promo at the end of Raw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I give you our unsanctioned opinions on the return of CM Punk.  Get our thoughts on his surprise return, and why we were left confused on why he came back to a company he left 9 years ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year's Survivor Series was one for the record books. Jeff and I predicted the winners and losers of each bought, but the ending of the show is something we didn't see coming.  We also get into CM Punk's return to WWE after 9 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Thanksgiving tradition continues as WWE gives us Survivor Series War Games from Chicago.  I run down the card and give you my predictions, of course! In case you needed some advice on making gravy for your Thanksgiving dinner, I've got you covered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year's Full Gear event was full of jaw-dropping matches.  I give you my opinions on the winners and losers. Plus my personal thoughts on the bloodiest fight I have ever witnessed between Swerve Strickland and Hangman Adam Page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEW Full Gear has a stacked card! Jeff and I pick our favorites and why we also give our thoughts on MJF coming out on top, pulling double duty at the PPV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I are ecstatic about the inclusion of Latinos in big storylines on SmackDown. We're also talking about Seth Rollins, Judgment Day, and the work Strickland is doing on AEW.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Unsanctioned Thursdays, we discuss the recent WWE Crown Jewel event and its implications. We talk about the new United States Champion and the possible heel turn of Santos Escobar. Additionally, I share my thoughts on Drew McIntyre's future with WWE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I discuss the lack of depth in wrestling storylines and how it affects the overall product on television. We also break down what MJF is doing as the AEW World Champion, and we create the perfect storyline for The Miz versus Jeff Dye.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this Unsanctioned Thursday we let you, our listeners, call in and share your thoughts We also address some of the questions that you have for us, and recognize you, the loyal fans of Wrestling With Freddie.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is all about you, our faithful listeners. We respond to questions that you submitted through social media and give you our candid opinions and perspectives. We are grateful for having the best listeners and fans in the world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Besides pro wrestling, I'm a huge fan of horror films. Austin Romero, the voice of Smackdown, gets unsanctioned with me and as we talk about our love of scary movies, some of our favorite movies that we've watched, and I test him to see if he's up-to-date on the horror genre.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The voice of Smackdown, Austin Romero, joins the show.  We not only know him as the announcer of our favorites weekly matches, but he's also the man behind the opening.  Find out how he got his start in the business, and the first time he called out the wrong wrestler.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I have high standards when it comes to our wrestling matches, and that's something we also hold true for our boys in stripes I put Impact Wrestling's referee Daniel Spencer to the test. Welcome to the Referee's Court where I ask why do refs miss so many calls in the ring? Court's in session!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We always praise the wrestlers in the ring, but this week I shine some light on the unsung heroes who also play a big part in the ring  Listen to my convo with Impact Wrestling referee Daniel Spencer and get a real candid look at what life is like for a pro wrestling ref.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's always a nerve-wracking experience to audition for anything, but I want to tell you about the time I had the best audition of my life and still didn't get the part, even though I nailed it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You might be familiar with some of these names:  Dwayne Johnson, Dave Bautista, and John Cena.   These are some of the most successful pro wrestlers who made the transition from the ring to the big screen. Find out who, in my opinion, has had the best acting career so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DISCLAIMER: Episode was pre-recorded, we hope you enjoy the what if's and thank you all for your continuing support.  In this special bonus episode, we take you beyond the realm of fantasy booking. Join Jeff and I as we examine the roster of names that have made the jump to AEW. We go on a deep-dive to discover which wrestlers have successfully transitioned and gained popularitySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode Jeff and I focus on fantasy booking wrestlers into different brands. Whether it's AEW talent crossing over to WWE or vice versa, we explore what a jump would mean if we went way back to the as if  ‘90s during Monday Night Wars.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.