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Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: CM Punk Rumors, BOSJ, Dominion, Osaka Pro, AJPW & more!

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 195:39 Transcription Available


This week on The Flagship: rumors on CM Punk and his absence from WWE TV, whether wrestling reporters should report on rumors or not, plus a review the Best of the Super Juniors finals, a preview NJPW's Dominion, a review Osaka Pro's June 7 show, a review of AJPW's June 6 show, and the latest free agent updates on Steve Maclin, Shun Skywalker, Enzo Amore, and more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Flagship
The Flagship: CM Punk Rumors, BOSJ, Dominion, Osaka Pro, AJPW & more!

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 195:39 Transcription Available


This week on The Flagship: rumors on CM Punk and his absence from WWE TV, whether wrestling reporters should report on rumors or not, plus a review the Best of the Super Juniors finals, a preview NJPW's Dominion, a review Osaka Pro's June 7 show, a review of AJPW's June 6 show, and the latest free agent updates on Steve Maclin, Shun Skywalker, Enzo Amore, and more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #299: NJPW BOSJ Nights 11-13 & Finals, Dominion Preview, TJPW 6/7, DG 6/4 & 6/5 Korakuens, AJPW 6/6 Nikko w/ Velkej

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 277:18


John is back on another Japan trip eve-eve, so they're filled with restless energy at the prospect of soon being back in a giant metal tube for 14 hours and they're pretty sure it showed! Thankfully returning guest Velkej is here to help them break down the end of the NJPW Best of the Super Juniors tournament, and boy is there a lot to talk about: the very divisive winner, who had the best and worst tournaments, the giant gap between A and B blocks, and a whole lot more! Plus, a preview of a very underwhelming-on-paper Dominion card for Osaka Jo Hall (not ideal when you're going to it of course!).Then it's over to Tokyo Joshi for nothing but unabashed praise (well, not quite as much from Velkej but hey) as John happened to think this random Korakuen show from them ended up being one of the very best shows of the year- from any promotion. They break down a MOTYC tag title match, a strong undercard with their young wrestlers once again showing out, and a surprisingly great main event. Afterwar they head back to Dragongate for a very mixed bag of two more Korakuen Hall shows, including the enormous news of Shun Skywalker's imminent departure. They break down the perplexing way that's been handled so far, comparisons to Okada's NJPW departure, some really weird and stupid angles, and Kobe World being booked seemingly on the fly.Finally, John goes solo to break down AJPW's 6/6 show from Nikko, another fun show from the most improved promotion of 2026. They wrap things up with a little bit of rambling on as we approach the 300th episode of this stupid podcast, somehow. Thanks to our listeners!!!Follow Velkej on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Velkej_BrachaFollow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between The Sheets
Ep. #545: February 28-March 6, 1989

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 237:37


New new free shows will be back very soon, but remember that we've been back doing weekly content on our Patreon page for a while during the free show hiatus, covering the Jerry Lawler/Stacy Carter 2001 WWE departure and eventual divorce, the WWE Network launch, and the "Clique Curtain Call." We're also starting an in-depth series on TNA getting cancelled by Spike TV and Destination America this week, which promises to be epic. In the meantime, though, here's the unreleased episode from three months ago. Will episode #544 ever be fully re-edited and re-released? We don't know. But enjoy episode #545, which is new to everyone!Kris and David (from three months ago) are back (three months ago) as we discuss the week that was February 28-March 6, 1989. Topics of discussion include:The possibility of state athletic commissions getting more involved with regulation of pro wrestling thanks to Vince McMahon testifying that they were "sports entertainment" in New Jersey.Ric Flair re-upping his contract with the NWA for three more years as the promotion is undergoing a major overhaul in every way, but not necessarily in the most positive ways.Talk of the NWA's TV product needing major changes, especially in production and overall quality.Giant Baba's questionable booking of Ricky Steamboat when he comes over as the NWA World Heavyweight Champion, as well as the original plans for the NWA Champion on this tour.A great look at Stampede Wrestling from this time period, with Ed Whalen and Bulldog Bob Brown on commentary, Brown getting involved way too much, the "retirement" of Dynamite Kid, and the greatness of Lethal Larry Cameron.Invader #1 returning to action in WWC after being acquitted on all charges in the Bruiser Brody murder case.Terry Funk's insane promo from FCW TV.Bill Dundee taking over the book in Continental and Steve Beverly shares his thoughts on what needs to be done better in that territory.Lance Russell's final TV show on WMC before leaving for the NWA…sort of, because it doesn't actually feature Lance, and we explain why that happened.The same show also featuring the debut of Ronnie P. Gossett, who causes lots of chaos before he meets Jerry Lawler.Eric Embry finding a way to get back in a World Class ring at the expense of referee Harold T. Harris.Larry Zbyszko talking about being the real world champion on AWA TV.Ted DiBiase revealing the Million Dollar Belt on WWF TV.All of this and so much more on a solid episode of BTS!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Regulation0:27:34 NWA/WCW0:53:28 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, AJW, Stampede, All-Star/Tomko, EMLL, Torreon, & WWC1:29:49 Classic Commercial Break1:33:22 Halftime (from three months ago)2:16:48 Other USA: ICW (Savoldi), FCW, Fuller/Polk ECHL team, Continental, CWA/Memphis, WCCW, AWA, POWW, WWA/Geigel, & Portland3:31:53 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to My AEW and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Between the Sheets
Ep. #545: February 28-March 6, 1989

Between the Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 237:37


New new free shows will be back very soon, but remember that we've been back doing weekly content on our Patreon page for a while during the free show hiatus, covering the Jerry Lawler/Stacy Carter 2001 WWE departure and eventual divorce, the WWE Network launch, and the "Clique Curtain Call." We're also starting an in-depth series on TNA getting cancelled by Spike TV and Destination America this week, which promises to be epic. In the meantime, though, here's the unreleased episode from three months ago. Will episode #544 ever be fully re-edited and re-released? We don't know. But enjoy episode #545, which is new to everyone!Kris and David (from three months ago) are back (three months ago) as we discuss the week that was February 28-March 6, 1989. Topics of discussion include:The possibility of state athletic commissions getting more involved with regulation of pro wrestling thanks to Vince McMahon testifying that they were "sports entertainment" in New Jersey.Ric Flair re-upping his contract with the NWA for three more years as the promotion is undergoing a major overhaul in every way, but not necessarily in the most positive ways.Talk of the NWA's TV product needing major changes, especially in production and overall quality.Giant Baba's questionable booking of Ricky Steamboat when he comes over as the NWA World Heavyweight Champion, as well as the original plans for the NWA Champion on this tour.A great look at Stampede Wrestling from this time period, with Ed Whalen and Bulldog Bob Brown on commentary, Brown getting involved way too much, the "retirement" of Dynamite Kid, and the greatness of Lethal Larry Cameron.Invader #1 returning to action in WWC after being acquitted on all charges in the Bruiser Brody murder case.Terry Funk's insane promo from FCW TV.Bill Dundee taking over the book in Continental and Steve Beverly shares his thoughts on what needs to be done better in that territory.Lance Russell's final TV show on WMC before leaving for the NWA…sort of, because it doesn't actually feature Lance, and we explain why that happened.The same show also featuring the debut of Ronnie P. Gossett, who causes lots of chaos before he meets Jerry Lawler.Eric Embry finding a way to get back in a World Class ring at the expense of referee Harold T. Harris.Larry Zbyszko talking about being the real world champion on AWA TV.Ted DiBiase revealing the Million Dollar Belt on WWF TV.All of this and so much more on a solid episode of BTS!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 Regulation0:27:34 NWA/WCW0:53:28 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, AJW, Stampede, All-Star/Tomko, EMLL, Torreon, & WWC1:29:49 Classic Commercial Break1:33:22 Halftime (from three months ago)2:16:48 Other USA: ICW (Savoldi), FCW, Fuller/Polk ECHL team, Continental, CWA/Memphis, WCCW, AWA, POWW, WWA/Geigel, & Portland3:31:53 WWFTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to My AEW and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Gentlemen's Wrestling Podcast #134: Is NJPW Losing Its Status As The Top Promotion in Japan?

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 103:19 Transcription Available


On the latest episode of the GWP, Jesse Collings is joined by Gerard Di Trolio of the Emerald FlowShow to discuss how AJPW and other promotions have gained ground on New Japan Pro Wrestling as the premium pro wrestling promotion in Japan. They talk about the Champions Carnival results, NJPW's struggles to elevate certain talents, Gedo booking issues, AJPW and NOAH's investment in younger talent, success of joshi promotions replicating what NJPW used to do and more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Gentlemen's Wrestling Podcast
Gentlemen's Wrestling Podcast #134: Is NJPW Losing Its Status As The Top Promotion in Japan?

The Gentlemen's Wrestling Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2026 103:19 Transcription Available


On the latest episode of the GWP, Jesse Collings is joined by Gerard Di Trolio of the Emerald FlowShow to discuss how AJPW and other promotions have gained ground on New Japan Pro Wrestling as the premium pro wrestling promotion in Japan. They talk about the Champions Carnival results, NJPW's struggles to elevate certain talents, Gedo booking issues, AJPW and NOAH's investment in younger talent, success of joshi promotions replicating what NJPW used to do and more.

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: Double or Nothing, Supercard of Honor, Champion Carnival & more!

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 196:37 Transcription Available


The Flagship is back after a week's hiatus with a loaded show featuring a preview of AEW Double or Nothing 2026, reviews of ROH's Supercard of Honor 2026 and AJPW's Champion Carnival 2026 finals.We'll also talk about the life and career of Phil Hickerson, Brock Lesnar's return, Mick Foley joining AEW, BARON CORBIN headlines, Heidenreich's viral Walmart photo & so much more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Flagship
The Flagship: Double or Nothing, Supercard of Honor, Champion Carnival & more!

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 196:37 Transcription Available


The Flagship is back after a week's hiatus with a loaded show featuring a preview of AEW Double or Nothing 2026, reviews of ROH's Supercard of Honor 2026 and AJPW's Champion Carnival 2026 finals.We'll also talk about the life and career of Phil Hickerson, Brock Lesnar's return, Mick Foley joining AEW, BARON CORBIN headlines, Heidenreich's viral Walmart photo & so much more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Eastern Lariat
Episode 323: Tournament Edition

Eastern Lariat

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 96:56


STRIGGA & Dylan return for episode 323 of The Eastern Lariat to discuss the conclusion of AJPW's Champion Carnival, where Hideki Suzuki emerged victorious while Go Shiozaki suffered a heartbreaking defeat after coming so far. The show also covers the two opening nights of NJPW's Best of the Super Junior, as well as the latest developments in DDT and GLEAT and their King of DDT and G-CLASS tournaments set up the semi finals.

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Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #296: NJPW BOSJ Nights 1-3 (5/14, 5/16 & 5/17), AJPW Champion Carnival Finals (5/17), STARDOM 5/17 & Marigold 5/16 Korakuens w/ Velkej

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 223:44


John is back alongside returning guest Velkej Bracha as they open things up with the start of NJPW's annual Best of the Super Juniors tournament! They discuss all the tournament action from nights 1 through 3 all around Tokyo, breaking down which performances have been entertaining and which ones have been grating so far (and there's been plenty of both!). Then they head back to AJPW to wrap up their surprisingly good 2026 Champion Carnival, in front of one of their biggest crowds in years at Ota, before looking ahead to some big upcoming shows next month.Next up it's back to the World Wonder Ring, as John & Velkej discuss another solid Korakuen Hall show from STARDOM, celebrate the long-awaited return of the Artist six-woman belts (and talk a little about why they've been so important to the promotion historically), and then preview this coming weekend's Queen's Dynasty PPV from Aichi. Finally, they wrap up the episode with a review of Marigold's most recent Korakuen, including some surprisingly frank English commentary on everything surrounding Utami Hayashishita's departure, the promotion's current struggles but also the young talent we think can help them turn things around in the future. There's also a few very brief notes on NOAH's latest Korakuen, which we meant to review more in full but ran out of time this week.Follow Velkej on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Velkej_BrachaFollow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #295: NOAH 5/2 Ryogoku & 5/5 Korakuen, Marvelous 10th Anniversary Show, AJPW Champion Carnival Nights 8/9, Sendai Girls 5/10, King of DDT 2nd Round, ICE 5/10 & DG 5/8 w/ Chris & John

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2026 315:19


John is back on the air for a special split episode! They start things out with returning guest Chris from Social Suplex, making his first appearance since the MOTY episode a few months back. After much complaining about broken phones and Apple bullshit they reminisce a little about being in Vegas for the Marvelous & West Coast shows, which is an excellent transition into the review of Marvelous' huge 10th Anniversary Show from Yokohama Buntai! They discuss a divisive main event and a ton of other huge matches. Then it's over to Sendai Girls for a typically low key but enjoyable 5/10 Shin Kiba show, featuring another great performance from Chihiro Hashimoto (but what else is new this year). To wrap up the joshi talk, John then goes solo to discuss the back half of Ice Ribbon's 5/10 show featuring a great world title match.Then John is joined by John Bivins, making his second straight appearance, as they cover all the men's wrestling together for the week. It starts out with Pro Wrestling NOAH, who we haven't covered in a while on this show and as it turns out for good reason, as they bury a mostly quite bad major show from Ryogoku, discuss a better effort from Korakuen Hall a few days later, and just generally talk about the current state of the once-proud green ring. Then it's back to AJPW to wrap up the Champion Carnival's last two block nights, which continued the trend of a quite enjoyable tournament. Speaking of enjoyable tournaments, it's the second round of the King of DDT from Shinjuku FACE! And finally, John goes solo again for a review of Dragongate's 5/8 Korakuen, as they talk the directions (and lack thereof) coming out of the big Nagoya event and some really weird booking in general, even if the show was mostly pretty good in ring wise. An absolutely packed show!---Social Suplex newsletter: https://www.socialsuplex.com/newsletter/John Bivins' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/punkrock.darkroast/Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: Ted Turner, Wrestling Dontaku, Champion Carnival & Backlash

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 194:59


The Flagship is back to talk about Ted Turner's impact on pro wrestling, review NJPW Wrestling Dontaku, catch you up with the latest in AJPW's Champion Carnival, and preview this week's WWE Backlash show.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Flagship
The Flagship: Ted Turner, Wrestling Dontaku, Champion Carnival & Backlash

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 194:59


The Flagship is back to talk about Ted Turner's impact on pro wrestling, review NJPW Wrestling Dontaku, catch you up with the latest in AJPW's Champion Carnival, and preview this week's WWE Backlash show.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #294: NJPW Wrestling Dontaku Nights 1 & 2, TJPW Yes! Wonderland, King of DDT 1st Round & AJPW Champion Carnival Night 7 w/ John Bivins

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2026 181:47


The John & John connection is back on the airwaves as John is once again joined by John Bivins to break down, well, fewer wrestling shows than they originally planned! John (Classic) is sorry for the bad mood they were in at the start of this podcast, but at least they cheered themselves up by accidentally doxxing someone! Which they edited out, don't worry. Anyway! NJPW put on two Wrestling Dontaku shows that weren't very good, and John & John take you through all of it. Then it's over to Tokyo Joshi for a Korakuen show that absolutely ruled, followed by the first round of the King of DDT tournament, which was also very good. Finally, it's Night 7 of AJPW's Champion Carnival from Tochigi, another good show in a surprisingly good tournament. Everything was pretty damn good here *except* for the King of Sports, actually!John Bivins' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/punkrock.darkroast/Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #293: STARDOM All Star Grand Queendom, NJPW Redzone in Hiroshima, DG Golden Colosseum, AJPW Champion Carnival Nights 4-6, Marigold 4/25 Korakuen w/ Paul

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2026 307:04


John is back on the air with Paul from the Emerald Flowshow for an absolutely jam packed episode! First, it's a long and detailed review of STARDOM's biggest show of the year, All Star Grand Queendom, which for the second year in a row did their biggest attendance in company history at the Yokohama Arena! They break down each and every match, all the major title changes and where things might be going heading into May, and a whole lot more! Then it's over to NJPW for Redzone in Hiroshima featuring two title matches, as well as a look ahead at next week's Wrestling Dontaku shows from Fukuoka. And the big shows aren't done yet, as we talk Dragongate trying to bounce back from a rough start to their year with Golden Colosseum from Nagoya, including the big six-way cage match that featured a unit disbanding.After that it's over to the land of All Japan for continuing coverage of the Champion Carnival tournament, covering nights 4 through 6 (4/23, 4/25 & 4/26). John and Paul break down why this tournament has been quite a bit better than last year's and review every tournament match. Finally, they wrap things up with Marigold's 4/25 Korakuen which featured a truly shocking announcement at the end of the show, but was a pretty damn good little show before that too! A fun show packed to the brim with pre-Golden Week festivities!Check out the Emerald FlowShow: https://redcircle.com/shows/the-emerald-flowshowFollow Wrestling Omakase's Twitter account: http://www.twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on Bluesky: http://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.social"Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #292: Wrestlemania Week Live Report (STARDOM, TJPW, Marvelous, DG, West Coast & More), All Star Grand Queendom Preview, AJPW Champion Carnival Nights 2/3 & SEAdLINNNG 4/17 Korakuen w/ Snazzy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2026 212:27


John is back from Las Vegas where they only lost SOME money! Yeah!! They're joined by Eric aka Snazzy from the Joshi-ing Around podcast & Social Suplex newsletter, who is in fact about to leave for a big trip himself- Japan for ASGQ, Marvelous' 10th anniversary show and more! They talk a bit about that before transitioning to a long recap of John's entire Vegas trip, including reviews of eight different wrestling shows- many of them from Japanese promotions- and a ton of random anecdotes on just what things were like on the ground. Then John & Snazzy do a full preview of STARDOM's biggest show of the year from Yokohama Arena, discuss the chances of Sayaka Kurara actually winning the red belt, compare the show to last year on paper and more.After that it's time to talk about some shows that actually happened in Japan, starting with nights 2 & 3 of the AJPW Champion Carnival. John was apparently lower on some of this than consensus and shares some thoughts. Then they discuss SEAdLINNNG for maybe the first time ever on Omakase, as they break down their big Korakuen Hall show that featured two outstanding matches. Eric does a great job introducing their young roster if you'd like a good place to jump in, and the two of them discuss just how great the joshi scene is right now in general as well.Joshi-ing Around podcast: https://redcircle.com/shows/1309343e-3781-4750-9209-4efbc9976ab6Social Suplex newsletter: https://www.socialsuplex.com/newsletter/Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #291: AJPW Champion Carnival Night 1, STARDOM 4/8 & 4/11 Korakuens, Sendai Girl 4/12 Korakuen, GLEAT 4/8 Shinjuku FACE & TJPW 4/11 & 4/12 Vancouver w/ John DK

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2026 173:13


No exploding tooth or sudden new job could keep these two Johns off the air! Your humble host is having a slightly harder time talking than usual, but they gut through it for YOU, THE LISTENER, as they break down a surprisingly strong opening night of AJPW's 2026 Champion Carnival! Plus, full reviews of two STARDOM Korakuens back to back as the road to Yokohama Arena (finally) heats up, an enormous Sendai Girls Korakuen with a crazy woman almost breaking her face, THE FINAL GLEAT REVIEW IN THE HISTORY OF THIS PODCAST (maybe), and finally, two perfectly fine little Tokyo Joshi shows from Vancouver.Check out John DK's website here: https://dk1105.neocities.org/Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: Dennis Condrey, New Japan Cup, AJPW, & more!

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 195:09


On this episode of The Flagship, a deep look at the life and career of Dennis Condrey, a review of the final nights of the 2026 New Japan Cup, plus a look at the latest in AJPW. We did a Flagship on Wednesday, too, covering CMLL, ZERO1, Tony Khan's bid to buy WWE, and more. You can listen to that show exclusively at FlagshipPatreon.com. The Deep Dive (The Midnight Express vs. The Original Midnight Express): https://www.patreon.com/posts/deep-dive-vs-71970399Our Sponsors:* Support our sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Flagship
The Flagship: Dennis Condrey, New Japan Cup, AJPW, & more!

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 195:09


On this episode of The Flagship, a deep look at the life and career of Dennis Condrey, a review of the final nights of the 2026 New Japan Cup, plus a look at the latest in AJPW. We did a Flagship on Wednesday, too, covering CMLL, ZERO1, Tony Khan's bid to buy WWE, and more. You can listen to that show exclusively at FlagshipPatreon.com. The Deep Dive (The Midnight Express vs. The Original Midnight Express): https://www.patreon.com/posts/deep-dive-vs-71970399Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling
TMPT Feature Show: Historian Steven Bell

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2026 62:37


This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the feature episode, author and historian, Steven Bell. The author and historian joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling journey. Host John Poz and Steven talk about his new book on Big Daddy and Giant Haystacks, the impact of the 2 behemoths, WCW, AJPW, ITV, Joint Promotions, and so much more.Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IGBig Daddy versus Giant Haystacks: A Super Heavyweight Story - https://www.amazon.com/Big-Daddy-versus-Giant-Haystacks/dp/1836802544

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #288: New Japan Cup Nights 10, 11 & Finals, DDT Judgement, AJPW 3/20 Hachioji & Tokyo Joshi Texas Tour w/ John Bivins

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2026 283:38


It's another John & John episode! John Bivins is back as the two of them break down an outstanding end to the New Japan Cup, talking the final two quarterfinal matches from night 10, both semifinals from night 11, and then the entire final night including of course the tournament final itself. Lots of talk about NJPW's young generation really stepping up, Shota Umino maybe forcing people to take some Ls (including at least one John!) and more, plus a look ahead to what the rest of the year might look like. Then it's over to DDT to talk an equally outstanding Judgement show from Korakuen Hall, a very deep card that showed off their huge bounty of young talent. We also discuss the very sad news of Kazusada Higuchi's sudden retirement.Afterward we break down AJPW's Hachioji show from 3/20, a weird card featuring a Triple Crown title match and not a whole lot else. Finally, we wrap things up with some of the highlights from all four TJPW shows down in Texas, and then a full preview of next weekend's big Grand Princess show!John Bivins' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/punkrock.darkroast/Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialOur Sponsors:* Support our sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #287: STARDOM Cinderella 3/11 & 3/15 Finals, New Japan Cup Nights 4-8, Marigold 3/14 & AJPW 3/15 Korakuens, GLEAT 3/12 Shinjuku FACE w/ Velkej

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2026 288:36


John and returning guest Velkej Bracha start with their usual banter/assorted nonsense, before then discussing the recent announcement of Shinjuku FACE's impending closure and the enormous hole it will be leaving in the Japanese wrestling scene. Then they discuss the last two nights of the STARDOM Cinderella Tournament in great detail, beginning with the 3/11 Korakuen and then the finals on 3/15 from Yokohama. They also look ahead to the enormous Saya Kamitani vs. Sayaka Kurara red belt vs. unit disbands match, and discuss where the promotion could possibly be going from here in general. Then it's over to NJPW to discuss five (!) nights of the New Japan Cup, spanning most of the 2nd round and then also the first two quarterfinal matches- a real rollercoaster experience featuring some of the very best AND very worst matches of the entire year so far! Velkej's last topic of the show is a pretty deep dive on Marigold, as they break down some of their business, discuss their trainees, and review their 3/14 Korakuen show.John then goes it alone to review two more shows, a decent AJPW Korakuen from 3/15 and a truly horrible GLEAT show from Shinjuku FACE on 3/12. Again, who else is even covering GLEAT? Well, maybe the answer will be no one soon enough because John is *this close* to dropping them.....Follow Velkej on Twitter: http://twitter.com/Velkej_BrachaFollow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialOur Sponsors:* Support our sponsor BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between The Sheets
Ep. #544: February 17-23, 1990

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 364:23


Kris and David are back to discuss the week that was February 17-23, 1990.Topics of discussion include:The WWF's third live prime time The Main Event" special airs on NBC on 2/23, with Buster Douglas replacing Mike Tyson as the special referee in the Hulk Hogan/Randy Savage main event and the story of why Tyson pulled out.We also talk about the Ultimate Warrior/Dino Bravo match on the show and how that further built up to Hogan/Warrior at Wrestlemania.Randy Savage makes an epic appearance on the Arsenio Hall show to plug The Main Event. Learn why was he so great on his appearances on Arsenio.Did Paul E. Dangerously really have a standing offer with WWF?Barry Windham returns to wrestling in AJPW where "Dr. Death" Steve Williams also debuts as Terry Gordy's tag partner.Paul Heyman's booking in ICW takes spotlight as we play a good bit of clips featuring him and his feud with Phil Apollo and lead announcer Bob Dow.Jerry Lawler rants and raves about who the real World Champion is in wrestling live on TV plus has a wild segment interviewing fans in the studio.-AWA goes with a really tasteless way to explain why The Trooper didn't make his booking on a TV taping.Jason Hervey works a gig as a manager for Hollywood Championship Wrestling.Ric Flair resigns as the Chairman of the NWA Booking Committee just days after the greatest weekend of TV ratings they had ever had since taking over JCP.We talk about the amazing episode of World Championship Wrestling featuring Flair vs. Brian Pillman followed by Lex Luger officially turning babyface.Will the NWA become more of a southeastern regional promotion?…and a lot more. This was a very fun show with some great clips and just a blast overall.Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF2:53:02 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, All-Star, EMLL, & Tijuana (WWA)3:00:19 Classic Commercial Break3:04:33 Halftime3:49:45 Other USA: ICW (Savoldi), Ricky Steamboat, PWF, David Woods, USWA, AWA, HHW, BAW, & Portland 5:00:38 NWA/WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling
TMPToW: Johnny Ace aka John Laurinaitis

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2026 46:07


This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the flagship episode, former 6x AJPW Tag team champion, Johnny Ace aka John Laurinaitis . The former EVP of WWE joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Johnny talk about breaking into the business, WWE, WCW, NWA, FCW, NXT, AJPW, his brothers The Terminator and Road Warrior Animal, the legacy of his family, his return to wrestling, and so much more. World Classic Professional Big Time Wrestling Presents MARCH MAYHEM 3/14 -wcpbtwtix.com FOR TICKETSStore - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #284: DG 2/23 Fukuoka, AJPW 2/23 Ota Ward, DDT 2/22 Korakuen, STARDOM 2/20 & 2/21, Marigold 2/23 Korakuen, Senjo 2/15 Sendai & ICE 2/23 Yokohama w/ Snazzy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 226:47


Wrestling Omakase is back with another packed episode, and unfortunately a lot of these shows were #bad. But hey, our returning guest Eric aka Snazzy from the Joshi-ing Around podcast and the Social Suplex newsletter is never bad! John & Eric discuss an absolutely wretched Dragongate Uno Dos Tres show from Fukuoka, as they unfortunately turned in a supremely poor effort for one of their biggest shows of the year. Then it's over to AJPW for their 2/23 Ota Ward Gym show, which cleared the DG show but was still fairly middling, before they wrap up the men's portion of the episode with (thankfully!) a show that was actually good in DDT's 2/23 Korakuen, featuring a bonafide MOTYC!Then it's over to the world of joshi starting with two STARDOM shows from 2/20 (Saori's homecoming show) & 2/21 (from Osaka EDION 2)- mostly standard house show fare, but with a few unique touches. They also speculate on who might win the upcoming Cinderella Tournament, and Snazzy has quite the idea on what the Yokohama Arena main event could end up being. After that they review Marigold's 2/23 Korakeun show, which unfortunately took us back to the land of sucking. They wrap things up with two more smaller joshi promotions' recent shows, Sendai Girls' 2/15 Sendai Pit show and a very rare Ice Ribbon show review (their 2/23 Yokohama show). A real mixed bag of an episode here, but hey, if you wanna hear effusive praise for some stuff and absolute burials at the same time, this is sure the one for you!Joshi-ing Around podcast: https://redcircle.com/shows/1309343e-3781-4750-9209-4efbc9976ab6Social Suplex newsletter: https://www.socialsuplex.com/newsletter/Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between The Sheets
Ep. #543: February 13-19, 1999

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 346:16


Kris and David are back as we discuss the week that was February 13-19, 1999, a show that was requested by Tim Ostrander by dropping $25 on our Patreon page: Topics of discussion include:Ric Flair being left in the farmlands of Florida being the main story of what was was, up to that point in time, the worst episode of WCW Monday Nitro in it's history. Also on Nitro, we get Bret Hart vs. then “Mad TV” star Will Sasso in a shockingly cromulent match, Hulk Hogan vs. Roddy Piper in a HORRIBLE match, Torrie Wilson as “Samantha" seducing an off-camera David Flair, and a lot more lunacy.Lots of finger pointing afterwards among the decision makers of WCW on why their new concept of Nitro is failing so horribly.Bill Goldberg reluctantly challenges "Stone Cold" Steve Austin on the Tonight Show.AJPW runs their first show after the death of Giant Baba at Korakuen Hall.Masa Saito's retirement ceremony at Budokan Hall takes place on Valentine's Day in NJPW.Antonio Inoki negotiates for Naoya Ogawa to win the NWA World Heavyweight Title.Brazo de Plata allegedly roughs up a kid who was bullying his son…the future Psycho Clown.Drama with Shane Douglas and ECW keeps building up.-Public Enemy leaves ECW high and dry on bad terms.Jerry Lawler shows what a "Southern Gentleman" is like to Shawn Stasiak's "sister" on Memphis Power Pro TV.A very lackluster Saturday Night Raw at Skydome, which then leads to the St. Valentine Day's Masscare PPV the next night, featuring the debut of Paul Wight coming through the ring and throwing Steve Austin through the cage.Vince McMahon being featured on Dateline NBC while the PPV is on the air and all the wackiness surrounding that.Raw after the PPV, featuring Sable officially turning heel in a show that absolutely destroyed Nitro in the ratings.This is just the tip of the iceberg as there is so much more on this show, so you don't want to miss it!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:34:33 Int'l: 1:57:03 Classic Commercial Break2:01:44 Halftime2:50:58 Other USA: 3:24:25 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling
TMPToW: Hector Guerrero!

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 70:57


This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the flagship episode, former AWA World tag tam champion Hector Guerrero. The former WCW ECW AWA WWF and AJPW superstar joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Hector talk about his breaking into the business, his dad Gory, his brothers Mando Chavo, and Eddie, ECW, WCW, AJPW, NWA, Lazertron, Gobbledy Gooker, WWF, and so much more. Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

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Voices of Wrestling Flagship
Subscriber-Exclusive Flagship: AJ Styles, Bronson Reed, ROH, AJPW Excite Series & more! (Preview)

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 6:26 Transcription Available


A short preview of the latest Subscriber-Exclusive episode of The Flagship—available now in full exclusively on the FlagshipPatreon.com $10 tier.Topics discussed on the full show: WWE doing a tribute show to AJ Styles, putting him into the WWE Hall of Fame and what it means about his future in pro wrestling, AJPW's Excite Series show from February 23 featuring a Kento Miyahara Triple Crown title defense, ROH moving to a TV studio for future TV tapings, Bronson Reed tears his biceps & more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/voices-of-wrestling-flagship/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between the Sheets
Ep. #543: February 13-19, 1999

Between the Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2026 346:16


Kris and David are back as we discuss the week that was February 13-19, 1999, a show that was requested by Tim Ostrander by dropping $25 on our Patreon page: Topics of discussion include:Ric Flair being left in the farmlands of Florida being the main story of what was was, up to that point in time, the worst episode of WCW Monday Nitro in it's history. Also on Nitro, we get Bret Hart vs. then “Mad TV” star Will Sasso in a shockingly cromulent match, Hulk Hogan vs. Roddy Piper in a HORRIBLE match, Torrie Wilson as “Samantha" seducing an off-camera David Flair, and a lot more lunacy.Lots of finger pointing afterwards among the decision makers of WCW on why their new concept of Nitro is failing so horribly.Bill Goldberg reluctantly challenges "Stone Cold" Steve Austin on the Tonight Show.AJPW runs their first show after the death of Giant Baba at Korakuen Hall.Masa Saito's retirement ceremony at Budokan Hall takes place on Valentine's Day in NJPW.Antonio Inoki negotiates for Naoya Ogawa to win the NWA World Heavyweight Title.Brazo de Plata allegedly roughs up a kid who was bullying his son…the future Psycho Clown.Drama with Shane Douglas and ECW keeps building up.-Public Enemy leaves ECW high and dry on bad terms.Jerry Lawler shows what a "Southern Gentleman" is like to Shawn Stasiak's "sister" on Memphis Power Pro TV.A very lackluster Saturday Night Raw at Skydome, which then leads to the St. Valentine Day's Masscare PPV the next night, featuring the debut of Paul Wight coming through the ring and throwing Steve Austin through the cage.Vince McMahon being featured on Dateline NBC while the PPV is on the air and all the wackiness surrounding that.Raw after the PPV, featuring Sable officially turning heel in a show that absolutely destroyed Nitro in the ratings.This is just the tip of the iceberg as there is so much more on this show, so you don't want to miss it!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:34:33 Int'l: 1:57:03 Classic Commercial Break2:01:44 Halftime2:50:58 Other USA: 3:24:25 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #283: NJPW New Beginning in Osaka & New Japan Cup Preview, STARDOM 2/13, TJPW 2/14, NOAH 2/11, AJPW 2/15 & GLEAT 2/11 Korakuens w/ John Bivens

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 265:28


The John & John: Both Took At Least One Bump Connection™ are back once again, as John is joined by John Bivins for another long path through a whole lot of Japanese wrestling! First up: a full review of NJPW New Beginning in Osaka, featuring some weird vibes but also some great wrestling. Also was Jake Lee really that bad? The answer may surprise you! Then John & John give a full preview of the New Japan Cup as they both pick who will advance in each match, who will end up being the winner who goes on to Sakura Genesis and more. Plus a brief preview of the New Beginning in USA show and the two junior title matches announced for the Anniversary Show!Then they bounce around the rest of Japan via five Korakuen shows from five different companies: STARDOM from 2/13 (feat. good vibes and shining wizard bumps), Tokyo Joshi from 2/14 (feat. an Ober Eats burial but also a lot of stuff we really liked!), NOAH from 2/11 (feat. oh god please make it stop and by "it" we mean Team 2000X), AJPW from 2/15 (feat. some stuff and also what the fuck is up with that Champion Carnival lineup), and finally GLEAT also from 2/11 (feat. The End of the Anti-GLE Monsters, RIP I guess).John Bivins' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/punkrock.darkroast/Sport of Pro Wrestling's New Japan Cup 2026 Pick 'em Contest: https://sportofprowrestling.com/njpw/njc-26-challengeFollow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialOur Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling
TMPToW: Joe Malenko!

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2026 64:42


This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the flagship episode, former AJPW Junior Heavyweight Champion, Joe Malenko. The former WCW ECW and AJPW superstar joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Joe talk about his breaking into the business, his dad Boris Malenko, his brother Dean Malenko, ECW, WCW, AJPW, Chris Jericho, training JBL, and so much more. Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

Between The Sheets
Ep. #542: February 2-7, 1996

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 293:15


Kris and David are back as we discuss the week that was February 2-7, 1996. Topics of discussion include:Vince McMahon getting particularly vindictive towards Ted Turner as he airs the latest Billionaire Ted skit “despite threat of legal action from Turner Broadcasting” and takes out an ad in the New York Times business section warning stockholders of Ted's "predatory practices.”All of this overshadows a very good Raw show featuring the first televised Bret Hart vs. Undertaker match.WWF taking a tour of India with Bret Hart getting a total rock star reaction from local school children.Davey Boy Smith getting acquitted of assault stemming from a bar brawl.NJPW vs. UWFi going hot and heavy on two nights of shows in Sapporo.Atsushi Onita teasing coming out of retirement in an angle on a Tokyo Pro show.Michinoku Pro stars arriving in England for All-Star shows promoted by Brian Dixon.ECW running the Big Apple Blizzard Blast at the Lost Batallion Hall in Queens, NY, featuring the last appearance of Woman, as 2 Cold Scorpio kicks her out of the building, plus Juventud Guerrera and Bam Bam Bigelow make their surprise debuts, and so much more.The first ever "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl in New Jersey.A wacky episode of USWA TV featuring Scott Bowden's continuing efforts to win the affections of Downtown Bruno's wife, Uptown Karen.The pretaped Bodyguards vs. Bandits show debuting on PPV and what a debacle that was.The lights going out at Monday Nitro in Lakeland, FL as Lex Luger and Sting wrestle The Road Warriors, and Eric Bischoff makes a big mistake afterwards implying that it was a plot by Vince McMahon.Also on Nitro, Brian Pillman and Kevin Sullivan escalated their worked shoot angle in a crazy match, plus Woman turns heel on Randy Savage while they also foreshadow Elizabeth's pending turn.News from Universal Studios tapings featuring The Giant as a babyface with Ed Leslie as THE CLIPMASTER by his side.This was a fantastic show, so we hope you enjoy it!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:24:43 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, IWA Japan, Tokyo Pro, AJW, All-Star, AAA, & CMLL1:58:42 Classic Commercial Break2:00:16 Halftime2:46:28 Other USA: ECW, NWANJ Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl, MEWF, USWA, CajunCWF, Gary Young on Montel Williams, CWA Bodyguards vs. Bandits, & APW3:56:21 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Hit The Books
Jumping Knee Pod 21: New Year Wars (Jan '26)

Hit The Books

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 125:14 Transcription Available


In the first episode of 2026, Jessica and regular guests Rachael and Jonathan go over their time in Japan. We discuss all the wrestling we saw, not just AJPW.Follow Rachael at pianiac on X. Follow Jonathn at JonathanFoye on X and Bluesky.Buy Jonathan's book here. The Muto Years - https://www.amazon.com.au/Muto-Years-Jonathan-Foye-ebook/dp/B0BGH8T7RCGanbaru - https://www.amazon.com.au/Ganbaru-Japan-Wrestling-Survived-Roster-ebook/dp/B09PRN4NMG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4MpcrncD5BJvfR6rlvEpiUoY3j9nD7dm8ErANmwyQyE.-ln9iLK6ZtxT6rhClSNAFI4cmJofmw3OxG1kS2gfFpQ&dib_tag=se&qid=1762501976&refinements=p_27%3AJonathan+Foye&s=digital-text&sr=1-4&text=Jonathan+FoyeYou can follow Jessica at sisterjessiee and royalroad72 on X and sisterjessie at BlueskyFollow Jumping Knee Pod on InstagramLogo design by Dylan FoxTheme done by Don Shenenberger. You can contact Don at docr15@live.com.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/hit-the-books-realistic-wwe-fantasy-booking/exclusive-contentAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between the Sheets
Ep. #542: February 2-7, 1996

Between the Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 293:15


Kris and David are back as we discuss the week that was February 2-7, 1996. Topics of discussion include:Vince McMahon getting particularly vindictive towards Ted Turner as he airs the latest Billionaire Ted skit “despite threat of legal action from Turner Broadcasting” and takes out an ad in the New York Times business section warning stockholders of Ted's "predatory practices.”All of this overshadows a very good Raw show featuring the first televised Bret Hart vs. Undertaker match.WWF taking a tour of India with Bret Hart getting a total rock star reaction from local school children.Davey Boy Smith getting acquitted of assault stemming from a bar brawl.NJPW vs. UWFi going hot and heavy on two nights of shows in Sapporo.Atsushi Onita teasing coming out of retirement in an angle on a Tokyo Pro show.Michinoku Pro stars arriving in England for All-Star shows promoted by Brian Dixon.ECW running the Big Apple Blizzard Blast at the Lost Batallion Hall in Queens, NY, featuring the last appearance of Woman, as 2 Cold Scorpio kicks her out of the building, plus Juventud Guerrera and Bam Bam Bigelow make their surprise debuts, and so much more.The first ever "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl in New Jersey.A wacky episode of USWA TV featuring Scott Bowden's continuing efforts to win the affections of Downtown Bruno's wife, Uptown Karen.The pretaped Bodyguards vs. Bandits show debuting on PPV and what a debacle that was.The lights going out at Monday Nitro in Lakeland, FL as Lex Luger and Sting wrestle The Road Warriors, and Eric Bischoff makes a big mistake afterwards implying that it was a plot by Vince McMahon.Also on Nitro, Brian Pillman and Kevin Sullivan escalated their worked shoot angle in a crazy match, plus Woman turns heel on Randy Savage while they also foreshadow Elizabeth's pending turn.News from Universal Studios tapings featuring The Giant as a babyface with Ed Leslie as THE CLIPMASTER by his side.This was a fantastic show, so we hope you enjoy it!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:24:43 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, IWA Japan, Tokyo Pro, AJW, All-Star, AAA, & CMLL1:58:42 Classic Commercial Break2:00:16 Halftime2:46:28 Other USA: ECW, NWANJ Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl, MEWF, USWA, CajunCWF, Gary Young on Montel Williams, CWA Bodyguards vs. Bandits, & APW3:56:21 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Jumping Knee Pod
Jumping Knee Pod 21: New Year Wars (Jan '26)

Jumping Knee Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2026 125:14 Transcription Available


In the first episode of 2026, Jessica and regular guests Rachael and Jonathan go over their time in Japan. We discuss all the wrestling we saw, not just AJPW.Follow Rachael at pianiac on X. Follow Jonathn at JonathanFoye on X and Bluesky.Buy Jonathan's book here. The Muto Years - https://www.amazon.com.au/Muto-Years-Jonathan-Foye-ebook/dp/B0BGH8T7RCGanbaru - https://www.amazon.com.au/Ganbaru-Japan-Wrestling-Survived-Roster-ebook/dp/B09PRN4NMG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4MpcrncD5BJvfR6rlvEpiUoY3j9nD7dm8ErANmwyQyE.-ln9iLK6ZtxT6rhClSNAFI4cmJofmw3OxG1kS2gfFpQ&dib_tag=se&qid=1762501976&refinements=p_27%3AJonathan+Foye&s=digital-text&sr=1-4&text=Jonathan+FoyeYou can follow Jessica at sisterjessiee and royalroad72 on X and sisterjessie at BlueskyFollow Jumping Knee Pod on InstagramLogo design by Dylan FoxTheme done by Don Shenenberger. You can contact Don at docr15@live.com.

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Good, The Bad, & The Hungee: THE GREAT WRESTLING PRIMER OF 2026

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2026 498:00


Fred returns for the second-ever Great Wrestling Primer, where he gathers together a bunch of people smarter than him to talk about non-AEW promotions. This bad boy checks in at over eight hours of discussion of different promotions. Less than 10% of that is Fred mispronouncing things and messing up plugs for his lovely guests.Guests include:Case Lowe of Open the Voice Gate, discussing Dragon GateChris Samsa of Sport of Pro Wrestling, discussing NJPWJoe Gagne of Five Star Match Game, discussing EVOLVE and WWE IDKelly Harass of Jumping Bomb Audio, discussing Stardom, Marigold, TJPW, and the joshi scene in generalIan Hamilton of many places (but primarily on socials as IanWrestling), discussing RevPro, wXw, and the Euro scene in generalWill Young, discussing WWE & RoHMike Gilbert of The Mike & JD Show, discussing TNAGerard di Trolio of Emerald Flowshow, discussing AJPW, NOAH and DDTcubsfan of luchablog and so much more, discussing CMLL & AAAThis year's theme song is Tom Lehrer's "The Elements," released in the public domain by the artists.Our Sponsors:* Sign up and get 10% off at BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: Royal Rumble, TNA/AEW Ratings, AJPW, Korean Smark Awards, Contract/Injury Season!

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 182:30


This week on The Flagship: a preview of this week's Royal Rumble show and the potential last match of AJ Styles' ...WWE career?We also dive into recent ratings from TNA, AEW, and WWE, contract season updates, a large swath of recent injuries, the Korean Smark Awards, and review the January 25 AJPW show featuring a Triple Crown Title match between Kento Miyahara and Talos.Our Sponsors:* Check out our sponsor BetterHelp at https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Flagship
The Flagship: Royal Rumble, TNA/AEW Ratings, AJPW, Korean Smark Awards, Contract/Injury Season!

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 182:30


This week on The Flagship: a preview of this week's Royal Rumble show and the potential last match of AJ Styles' ...WWE career? We also dive into recent ratings from TNA, AEW, and WWE, contract season updates, a large swath of recent injuries, the Korean Smark Awards, and review the January 25 AJPW show featuring a Triple Crown Title match between Kento Miyahara and Talos.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/voices-of-wrestling-flagship/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between The Sheets
Ep. #540: January 16-22, 1997 with Dominic Garrini

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2026 446:52


Kris and David are joined by Dominic Garrini (@dgarrinibc) to discuss the week that was January 16-22, 1997. Topics of discussion include:Royal Rumble '97 at the Alamo Dome in San Antonio, featuring a flu-ridden Shawn Michaels winning the WWF Title from Sycho Sid, a weirdly booked Royal Rumble won by "Stone Cold" Steve Austin, lots of AAA wrestlers on the show despite the fans having no idea who they were, and lots more.Raw the next night featuring a very angry Bret Hart as he "quits" before coming back later to attack Austin, as the tone of the company is starting to change more and more.A wild and wooly episode of Shotgun Saturday Night as Terry Funk gets unhinged in a bar in San Antonio, which also features the very first televised match between Hunter Hearst Helmsley and Rocky Maivia.The Triple Crown and AJPW World Tag Team Titles both change hands in a matter of a few days in All Japan.Giant Baba meeting with Atsushi Onita about possibly working together.Mark Kerr making his MMA debut in Brazil.The famous John Lober vs. Frank Shamrock fight in Hawaii.ECW running a TV taping in Scranton that was very newsworthy, plus an update on their upcoming PPV.The Nation of Domination in full effect on Memphis TV, featuring Tracy Smothers as Shaquille Ali and much more, including Jeff Conaway from “Taxi” and “Grease” as Mike Samples' new buddy.Chris Benoit and Kevin Sullivan just beat the hell out of each other on consecutive nights at a record breaking Nitro in Chicago and then the Clash of the Champions special in Milwaukee."Macho Man" Randy Savage makes his return to WCW on Nitro and aligns himself with Sting in a definite "What could've been?” storyline.It's always great having Dom join us, and he was great as usual, as this ended up being a helluva show!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF2:19:37 Japan: AJPW, NJPW, BattlARTS, IWA Kakuto-Shijuku, WAR, Wrestle Yume Factory, Pancrase, RINGS, AJPW, GAEA, & Jd'2:54:22 Classic Commercial Break2:58:22 Halftime4:05:05 Latin America: AAA, CMLL, Promo Azteca, & WWC4:24:34 Western MMA & Indie Wrestling: WVT/IVC, Superbrawl, Eastern Shores, New Jack City, ECW, USWA, & World Class II6:00:02 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Between The Sheets
Ep. #539: January 6-12, 2010

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2026 280:04


Kris and David are back as we discuss the week that was January 6-12, 2010. Topics of discussion include:The immediate aftermath of TNA going head-to-head with WWE on January 4th and the politics behind the scenes regarding pushing Spike TV to give TNA a live weekly Monday night time slot.Jeff Jarrett's role in TNA being up in the air again.TNA airing a replay of the January 4th show in it's normal slot, which featured a bunch of both expected and unexpected edits changing the presentation from the live broadcast.Brian Kendrick explaining why he was fired from WWE.Vince Russo being Vince Russo in an interview.Kenta Kobashi getting surgery as his days as an active wrestler are numbered.NOAH getting rid of some of their more tenured talent as the business is changing in Japan.News on the premiere of Wrestlicious and how this promotion came to be.Randy Orton "assaults" a fan at a restaurant…or does he?Ted “The Trailer” McNaylor gets his head shaved on Smackdown at the behest of CM Punk.Mike Tyson guest hosts Raw and actually technically is in the main event, teaming with Chris Jericho against DX, and you can guess what happened there.2010 being 16 years ago is damn crazy, and we had a lot of fun looking backm so we hope you have as much fun listening!Timestamps:0:00:00 TNA1:03:53 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, NOAH, BJPW, DDT, Dragongate, JWP, Oz Academy, AAA, CMLL, IWRG, & IWAPR1:49:57 Classic Commercial Break1:53:39 Halftime2:29:58 Other USA: JAPW, ROH, ICP/JCW, Dragongate USA, & Wrestlelicious2:53:12 WWETo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #279: WK Trip Recap (NJPW, STARDOM, NOAH, AJPW, DDT, TJPW, DG, Marigold, GLEAT, JTO & More!) w/ Arametha

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2026 287:33


Well folks, it's finally here. After we couldn't tear ourselves away from the karaoke rooms, Club MOGRA, or.....other activities long enough to get you an Omakase live from Japan this time, returning guest Arametha and I are here to recap 16 days and 22 shows of absolute insanity. We talk about attending everything from Wrestle Kingdom & Dream Queendom to Just Tap Out and Sportiva, plus answer YOUR questions about food, who the best karaoke performer was, what the gayest thing Arametha ever saw in his life was (hint: John did it), and much much more! I could never possibly do this one justice with a longer description, so just enjoy 4 hours and 47 minutes of utter depravity.Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialOur Sponsors:* Check out our sponsor BetterHelp at https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between The Sheets
Ep. #538: January 2-7, 1988

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2026 217:02


Kris and David ARE BACK!!!!! after our battles with the epic Winter 2025-2026 Flu and discussing the (almost-)week that was January 2-7, 1988. Topics of discussion include:Andre the Giant attacking Hulk Hogan after his match with King Kong Bundy on an otherwise not very newsworthy episode of Saturday Night's Main Event to heat up their match in prime time on The Main Event a month later.King Kong Bundy and his job as the celebrity spokesman for Vendex Head Start Computers, which allowed him to more or less retire from wrestling Curt Hennig defending his AWA World Title in AJPW…in disappointing fashion, at least according to insiders.NJPW kicking off the first ever Top of the Super Juniors tournament with a LOADED lineup of talent.ICW trying to heat up an Iron Sheik vs. Georga Skaaland feud of all times.Renegade Tobacco getting heavily involved with Jarrett Promotions, complete with a press conference on TV.Shawn Michaels being completely hammered on live TV as he's going off on Scott Hall and Ken Wayne.Jerry Lawler and Bill Dundee talk about their friendly rivalry and the importance of the Lord of the Ring…ring.World Class starting to heat up with Ken Mantell is back in power.JCP TV starting to get spiced up as Lex Luger is catching fire as a babyface and they experimented with taping the TBS show on the road.Ric Flair accosting photographer Linda Roufa for a TV promo, which was quite the 1988 moment.This was a damn fun show and it's great to get back in the saddle again!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF0:48:23 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, All-Star, Stampede, & WWC1:07:55 Classic Commercial Break1:13:58 Halftime1:41:06 Other USA: WOW, Continental, CWA/Memphis, WCCW, Wild West, AWA, Central States, & Portland 2:55:24 Jim Crockett PromotionsTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: Contract Season, NJPW New Year Dash, NOAH & AJPW New Year's Shows & more!

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 207:53


This week on The Flagship: contract season updates, NJPW New Year Dash, Yota Tsuji and NJPW's return to the original IWGP Title lineage, and much more from New Japan.Plus reviews of NOAH and AJPW's New Year's shows, including GHC and Triple Crown title defenses, Perez Hilton, and, of course, mid-2000s celebrity gossip.Our Sponsors:* Check out our sponsor BetterHelp at https://www.betterhelp.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Flagship
The Flagship: Contract Season, NJPW New Year Dash, NOAH & AJPW New Year's Shows & more!

Voices of Wrestling Flagship

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2026 207:53


This week on The Flagship: contract season updates, NJPW New Year Dash, Yota Tsuji and NJPW's return to the original IWGP Title lineage, and much more from New Japan.Plus reviews of NOAH and AJPW's New Year's shows, including GHC and Triple Crown title defenses, Perez Hilton, and, of course, mid-2000s celebrity gossip.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/voices-of-wrestling-flagship/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling
TMPToW: Richard Slinger!

Two Man Power Trip of Wrestling

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2026 68:36


This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the flagship episode, former NOAH and AJPW Superstar, Richard Slinger. The former NOAH Superstar joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling career. Host John Poz and Richard talk about his breaking into the business, Being Terry Gordy's nephew, NOAH, AJPW, NJPW, Japan, Johnny Ace, Misawa, and so much more.Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
The Flagship: Wrestle Kingdom 20 Preview, STARDOM, NOAH, AJPW & more!

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2025 205:55


The final Flagship of 2025! This week, we preview NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom 20, featuring the in-ring debut of Aaron Wolf, Hiroshi Tanahashi's final match, and more.We also preview major New Year's shows for Pro Wrestling NOAH, All Japan Pro Wrestling, review STARDOM's Dream Queendom show, discuss fallout from AEW Worlds End 2025, Brandon Thurston's article on Vince McMahon and WWE/Endeavor, and our now-annual look at the Uncrowned Awards. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
Wrestling Omakase #277: Wrestle Kingdom Week 2025-26 Preview Part 2 (STARDOM, Marigold, TJPW, AWG, OZ, ICE, Marvelous, SEAd, ChocoPro, Diana, Pure-J, WAVE)

Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2025 341:14


It's the biggest episode of Wrestling Omakase ever- so big in fact that we had to split it in two, and here's the second part! John is back with an absolutely enormous lineup of 13 (!) guests for a two-part preview of Wrestle Kingdom Week, as we break down a simply absurd number of different promotions- 20 in total. All of our guests start by giving their opinions on each promotion's 2025 by giving them a letter grade, with thoughts on what went well and what could have gone better, as well as a look ahead at what 2026 could be for each one in general. Then we break down the Wrestle Kingdom Week schedule for every promotion: everything from the big ones (Wrestle Kingdom, Dream Queendom, Marigold at Ota Ward, TJPW's annual 1/4 Korakuen and more!) to the many other Korakuens and tiny shows being held all over the rest of Tokyo. No stone is left unturned in this one- it's a total breakdown of all of Japanese wrestling!Part 2 focuses on all of the women's (joshi) promotions. Please see below for the exact list of promotions covered in the order they appear on the show:-Marigold-Tokyo Joshi-Actwres girl'Z-STARDOM-OZ Academy-Ice Ribbon-Marvelous-SEAdLINNNG-ChocoPro-Diana-Pure-J-WAVEIn addition to covering all these different promotions, reviewing and recapping their years and looking ahead to their WK Week shows, we also get the breaking news of Saya Kamitani becoming the first ever women's wrestler to win the Tokyo Sports MVP while we were recording the AWG segment of this episode, so we all react to that live on the air!The guests who appear in Part 2, in their order of appearance, are below:-Dylan (Eastern Lariat: https://easternlariat.libsyn.com/)-Arametha-John DK (Check out his website here: https://dk1105.neocities.org/)-Jamie (DramaticDDT: https://dramaticddt.wordpress.com/)-Tim (Joshi-ing around podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5vEhF921sFtprCxTsWhqt6?si=d1da6785766042cd)-Snazzy (Also Joshi-ing around!)-Velkej Bracha (ActWres Stage podcast)-Rodrigo-Xyon (Derailments of Thought blog: https://derailmentsofthought.com/)Don't forget to check out Part 1 (Episode 276) if you missed it, which featured all of the men's promotions (NJPW, NOAH, AJPW, DDT & more!).Follow Wrestling Omakase on Twitter: http://twitter.com/wrestleomakaseFollow John on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justoneenby.bsky.socialAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

POST Wrestling w/ John Pollock & Wai Ting
2025 Year In Review | POST Puroresu

POST Wrestling w/ John Pollock & Wai Ting

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 111:34 Transcription Available


Enjoy this free podcast from POSTWrestlingCafe.com — WH Park & Karen Peterson cover the biggest news and results from Japanese professional wrestling, including NJPW, AJPW, Pro Wrestling NOAH, Stardom, Marigold, Sendai Girls, and TJPW.This month's highlights include:2025 Best Of SelectionsYear-End/New Year Schedule of ShowsTanahashi vs. Okada ThoughtsYuma Aoyagi's SuspensionStay tuned for in-depth analysis of Japan's top promotions and tournaments, plus insight into the stories shaping the future of puroresu and joshi wrestling.------POST Puroresu Merch: https://chopped-tees.com/collections/post-wrestling-network/post-puroresuPOST Puroresu Theme by Chris Maffei: https://soundcloud.com/cmstrikeBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordOur Sponsors:* Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com* Check out Uncommon Goods: https://uncommongoods.com/postwrestlingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Between The Sheets
Ep. #535: December 4-8, 1998

Between The Sheets

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2025 340:36


Kris and David are back to discuss the (almost-)week that was December 4-8, 1998. Topics of discussion include:The WWF running their second UK-only PPV. Capital Carnage, featuring crazy promos from the McMahons, special ringside enforcer Vinnie Jones being A Hard Man, and evem some nudity.Jim Ross finding out about his mother's death while in England, stressing him to such a degree that he suffered his second attack of Bell's Palsy during the PPV.Steve Austin getting "crucified" (symbolified?) by The Undertaker on a wild episode of Raw.AJPW and NJPW finishing off their annual tag league tours.The WCW vs. WWF promotional war ventures down to Mexico as WCW talent begin working at Arena Mexico just as WWF Super Astros launches on Univision in the U.S.Another WCW talent raid of ECW.Roller Jam taping their first shows, which feature quite a bit of pro wrestling influence.Nitro does major business at the Astrodome in Houston…and puts on one of the worst episodes of the show in its history.Terrible skits and short matches featuring horrendous booking abound on that Nitro, so yes, this is a definite MUST-LISTEN WCW section.This was a thoroughly entertaining show, so please take a listen!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:56:55 Eurasia: AJPW, NJPW, BJPW, FMW, IWA Kokusai, Michinoku Pro, MUGA, SPWF, Wrestle Yume Factory, Arsion, & CWA2:24:49 Classic Commercial Break2:29:31 Halftime3:05:44 Mexico: AAA & CMLL3:23:55 Other USA: USA Pro, IWF (NJ), ECW, MarylandCW, MEWF, NWA Mid-Atlantic, OMEGA, Don Fargo, OVW, Music City, Power Pro, Wrestling Superstars 2000, & Roller Jam4:04:21 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.You can also use code BTSPOD to save 25% on your first payment — whether paying month to month or annually — when you subscribe to Ultimate Classic Wrestling Network at ClassicWrestling.net!To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands