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Kris and David are joined by J.D. Oliva to discuss the week that was September 4-10, 1989. Topics of discussion include:In MATWATCH, Steve Beverly talks to Turner Broadcasting's Jeff Carr about the ongoing issues with World Championship Wrestling airing outside of its normal timeslot among other issues.Terry Funk's health issues flaring up, causing him to miss matches against Ric Flair.The NWA losing their spot at the Capital Centre in Maryland.Sid Vicious and Scott Hall have quite the match on WCW.Big Van Vader talking to Hasbro about an action figure deal.Akira Maeda wanting a fight with George Foreman.The reality of Stampede Wrestling's "talks" with ESPN about being on their network.Captain Lou Albano getting roasted by friends for charity.The Big Daddy (Steve DiBlasio) trial in Florida starring Dusty Rhodes.The saga of Jerry Lawler, Buddy Landell, and a limousine.A young man named Steve Williams makes his TV debut in Dallas.Rip Oliver turns babyface in Portland.The birth of American Gladiators.Rick Rude crashes Roddy Piper's party on the Brother Love Show.We had a blast recording with J.D. and we hope you have a similar blast listening to the show!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 NWA/WCW1:13:01 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, UWF, & Stampede1:47:34 Classic Commercial Break1:51:12 Halftime2:40:03 Other USA: Lou Albano, ICW, USWA (Raskin), Bobby Fulton, Larry Sharpe, ACW (NC), Big Daddy lawsuit, FCW, Continental, CWA/Memphis, USWA (TX), IWF (LA), AWA, Portland, & American Gladiators4:12:46 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

Kris and David are joined by J.D. Oliva to discuss the week that was September 4-10, 1989. Topics of discussion include:In MATWATCH, Steve Beverly talks to Turner Broadcasting's Jeff Carr about the ongoing issues with World Championship Wrestling airing outside of its normal timeslot among other issues.Terry Funk's health issues flaring up, causing him to miss matches against Ric Flair.The NWA losing their spot at the Capital Centre in Maryland.Sid Vicious and Scott Hall have quite the match on WCW.Big Van Vader talking to Hasbro about an action figure deal.Akira Maeda wanting a fight with George Foreman.The reality of Stampede Wrestling's "talks" with ESPN about being on their network.Captain Lou Albano getting roasted by friends for charity.The Big Daddy (Steve DiBlasio) trial in Florida starring Dusty Rhodes.The saga of Jerry Lawler, Buddy Landell, and a limousine.A young man named Steve Williams makes his TV debut in Dallas.Rip Oliver turns babyface in Portland.The birth of American Gladiators.Rick Rude crashes Roddy Piper's party on the Brother Love Show.We had a blast recording with J.D. and we hope you have a similar blast listening to the show!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 NWA/WCW1:13:01 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, FMW, UWF, & Stampede1:47:34 Classic Commercial Break1:51:12 Halftime2:40:03 Other USA: Lou Albano, ICW, USWA (Raskin), Bobby Fulton, Larry Sharpe, ACW (NC), Big Daddy lawsuit, FCW, Continental, CWA/Memphis, USWA (TX), IWF (LA), AWA, Portland, & American Gladiators4:12:46 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

Trading card games are so hot right now. You've got Magic: The Gathering, Pokémon, Yu-Gi-OH!, Riftbound, One Piece, Lorcana, Flesh & Blood, and, like, a dozen more. The whole economy around TCGs has only been accelerated by millennial nostalgia. With 90s kids cresting into their 40s, they now have the funds to chase that foil Charizard they've always wanted. Well we're on a mission to break into that market. This week we're pitch nostalgic TCGs based on properties that have never come to cardboard. Matt is appealing to a particular type of gamer. Todd is appealing to a particular type of athlete. Kyle is appealing to himself in particular.  The title of this week's episode was selected by our Patrons in our Discord Community! If you want to help us choose the next one, join our discord, and/or get some bonus content, become part of #ButtThwompNation at patreon.com/debatethiscast! Have you seen our Instagram? instagram.com/debatethiscast Have you seen our YouTube? https://www.youtube.com/@debatethiscast Want to send us an email? debatethiscast@gmail.com MERCH! We have that! Right now you can go on the internet and order things that say Debate This! On them! All you need to do is head to MerchThis.net and give us your money! Ever wanted socks with the DT! logo on them? Well now you can get em! One more time that website is MerchThis.net! Properties we talked about this week: Thomas the Tank Engine, The Railway Series, Thomas and Friends, American Gladiators, Animorphs, Ticket to Ride, Magic: The Gathering Arena Music for Debate This! is provided by composer Ozzed under a creative commons license. Check out more of their 8-bit bops at www.ozzed.net!

The “Neon Ninja” Facade joins Sorg and Mad Mike for a wide-ranging Wrestling Mayhem Show covering championship drama, lucha libre, JCW's evolution, Power Slap controversy, and the importance of remembering why wrestling is supposed to be fun. The show opens with Chelsea Green's emotional response to suffering an orbital injury immediately after her championship victory. The crew praises Green's fiery babyface promo, the crowd's investment in her journey, and WWE's decision to give her 30 days to return and defend the title. They also examine the strength of WWE's women's championships, Fatal Influence's fast rise, and Facade's personal experience working with Green earlier in her career. WWE's growing relationship with AAA leads to a larger lucha discussion. The hosts consider a potential Penta–Rey Fenix tournament final, Roman Reigns wrestling in Mexico, El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr.'s Raw appearance, the AAA Cruiserweight Championship appearing on NXT, and WWE adjusting its schedule around football and other media partnerships. The independent wrestling roundup includes 2PW's Battle of the Barrel, RWA's upcoming Renegade Rumble, and the final two Sorgstock match announcements: Brianna Bands against Reese Hayes and The Runway against Wild Wild South. Facade then looks ahead to the Gathering of the Juggalos and Bloodymania. He discusses JCW's transition from chaotic, insider-driven wrestling toward a more polished and accessible product—without abandoning attractions like Gore Games. Most importantly, Facade previews his three-way JCW World Heavyweight Championship opportunity against Josh Bishop and JCW American Champion Father Bronson. The conversation shifts to Facade's latest Power Slap appearance. He explains accepting the fight on extremely short notice, cutting nearly ten pounds, entering without a full training camp, and being knocked out by a clean strike from Power Slap opponent Bougie. Facade also raises concerns about how a referee repositioned his stance immediately before the slap, discusses competitor safety, and reveals what it would take to bring him back. Finally, “What We Learned” covers Rey Mysterio's seemingly ageless performance against Chad Gable, CM Punk's misguided promo material against Kevin Owens, the latest Bloodline power structure, and Sorg rediscovering his enthusiasm for wrestling at a relaxed community show. News stories and topics Chelsea Green's injury and breakout promo Green suffered a broken orbital bone shortly after winning her championship. Nick Aldis gave her 30 days to recover, find a protective mask, and defend the title. Mad Mike calls her response one of WWE's strongest pure babyface promos in years. The panel believes the injury angle may strengthen her connection with the audience. Facade recalls managing Green and praises her personality and professionalism. WWE's women's championship scene The hosts discuss the momentum surrounding WWE's women's singles titles. Fatal Influence's rapid rise and championship success receive particular attention. Chelsea Green and Tiffany Stratton's recent involvement is examined. Wrestling's greatest ring slides The Usos' synchronized slides spark a debate about the best entrances into the ring. Paul London, The Rock, John Cena, and Titus O'Neil enter the conversation. The tangent expands into Samoan wrestling families and their shared athletic traits. WWE and AAA's lucha crossover The crew anticipates a possible Penta versus Rey Fenix tournament final. Roman Reigns' scheduled appearance in Mexico adds importance to the tournament. El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. and El Fiscal appearing on Raw are discussed. The AAA Cruiserweight Championship continuing on NXT is viewed as a natural extension of the partnership. Michael Cole's difficulty with lucha names becomes a running joke. WWE programming and scheduling The panel discusses double tapings and earlier Raw start times. WWE's relationship with ESPN and the challenge of competing with Monday Night Football are considered. The hosts note how wrestling scheduling increasingly works around larger sports partnerships. CM Punk visiting an NXT live event Punk's surprise appearance and physical interaction with Myles Borne are discussed. The group jokes about Punk choosing a small Florida live event over other cities. Independent wrestling roundup TNF's Lethal Lottery and recent surprises receive a plug. 2PW's Battle of the Barrel featured four matches at a West Homestead fire department event. Matches included Jason Tyler versus Phillip Archer, Paul Atlas and Marshall Gambino against Gory and Super Hentai, and Dennis Gregory versus Zach Nystrom. Little Ginge's appearance with Chest Flexor is highlighted. RWA's upcoming Renegade Rumble is previewed. Final Sorgstock match announcements Brianna Bands will face amateur-wrestling standout Reese Hayes. The Runway will meet the newly presented team of Shelby Wylde and Georgia South, Wild Wild South. Sorg explains his goal of presenting fresh matches and unfamiliar combinations. Facade versus Ricochet A viewer asks for a complete Facade–Ricochet rivalry. Facade remembers facing Ricochet in a chaotic CZW Aerial Assault match that also featured Ruckus and AR Fox. He confirms that Ricochet was already remarkably smooth and welcomes another match. JCW's evolution The group contrasts older, loosely produced Gathering matches with JCW's current presentation. Facade argues that a more accessible product can attract viewers outside established Juggalo culture. Dangerous stipulations are now more effective when used for meaningful stories instead of appearing automatically. Gore Games is presented as the major violent spectacle on the Bloodymania card. Gathering of the Juggalos memories Sorg and Facade recall poorly lit matches, rings moved by heavy equipment, flashlight wrestling, and shows continuing until sunrise. They discuss how audiences have learned that throwing objects can prevent wrestlers from delivering the performances fans want. Faygo memories, vintage branding, and earlier JCW experiences provide several side trips. Facade's JCW World Championship opportunity Facade explains his path through the JCW American Championship picture. He will challenge World Champion Josh Bishop in a three-way also involving American Champion Father Bronson. A winner-take-all stipulation is discussed as a possibility, not a confirmed match rule. Facade hopes Vanilla Ice might provide a live “Ninja Rap” entrance. Bloodymania card The discussed lineup includes James Storm and Cocaine versus Mr. Anderson and Stephon Smith. Sonny Kiss, Haley J, J-Rod, Mickey Knuckles, Caleb Konley, Kerry Morton, EC3, Willie Mack, Too Tough Tony, Yabo the Clown, Ruffo the Clown, Donovan Dijak, Big Vito, and others are mentioned. Bloodymania will stream free on YouTube at approximately 2 a.m. Eastern Saturday morning. Facade's short-notice Power Slap fight Facade received the call while teaching at a parkour gym. He accepted only days before the event without a dedicated training camp. He reduced his weight from approximately 179 pounds to 169.5. He expected the striking order to be redrawn but learned he would have to receive the first slap. Facade believes the referee moved him out of his trained defensive posture before the strike. He credits Bougie with delivering a legitimate, clean slap and holds no personal animosity toward him. Facade is reluctant to compete again unless he receives the first strike. Power Slap safety and officiating Other competitors' experiences are used to question defensive positioning and officiating consistency. A broken arm, fighters declining unsafe situations, and commentary that ignored Facade's short-notice status are discussed. Raj Dhesi's victory over Jake Hager is highlighted as an emotional comeback. The sport's growing international schedule and involvement of wrestlers, athletes, and online creators are examined. Wrestlers finding opportunities elsewhere Power Slap, Banana Ball, American Gladiators, MMA, and visual art are presented as alternate paths. The hosts appreciate seeing wrestlers turn their personalities and athletic skills into new opportunities. “What We Learned” breakdown The chat's lesson: Solo Sikoa works surprisingly well as a babyface, while Roman Reigns' order preventing Jacob Fatu from attacking LA Knight explains Jacob's unusual inaction. The Usos also appear to have become Roman's clear seconds-in-command. Professor T-Pop's lesson: Rey Mysterio still refuses to age. His match with Chad Gable delivered match-of-the-year-level lucha action, while Gable's increasing ability to blur the line between himself and El Grande Americano continues to strengthen the character. Mad Mike's lesson: Even experienced talkers sometimes need stronger boundaries or scripting. CM Punk's endometriosis reference during his exchange with Kevin Owens was confusing, needlessly insensitive, and weaker than the material available within the story. Mike believes Owens is carrying the more effective side of the feud. Sorg's lesson: Wrestling is most rewarding when there is still room to experience it as a fan. Attending the relaxed 2PW fire department show—without being responsible for the entire production—helped him reconnect with old friends and remember what drew him to wrestling. Facade's extension of the lesson: Wrestling has taken him from local shows to touring with musicians and competing in unexpected arenas. His advice is to pause, recognize those opportunities, and appreciate where the work has led. The larger takeaway: A passion project can become so focused on logistics and business that the passion disappears. Everyone involved should remember that they choose to be there, protect their energy, and leave situations that no longer justify the cost.

The “Neon Ninja” Facade joins Sorg and Mad Mike for a wide-ranging Wrestling Mayhem Show covering championship drama, lucha libre, JCW's evolution, Power Slap controversy, and the importance of remembering why wrestling is supposed to be fun. The show opens with Chelsea Green's emotional response to suffering an orbital injury immediately after her championship victory. The crew praises Green's fiery babyface promo, the crowd's investment in her journey, and WWE's decision to give her 30 days to return and defend the title. They also examine the strength of WWE's women's championships, Fatal Influence's fast rise, and Facade's personal experience working with Green earlier in her career. WWE's growing relationship with AAA leads to a larger lucha discussion. The hosts consider a potential Penta–Rey Fenix tournament final, Roman Reigns wrestling in Mexico, El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr.'s Raw appearance, the AAA Cruiserweight Championship appearing on NXT, and WWE adjusting its schedule around football and other media partnerships. The independent wrestling roundup includes 2PW's Battle of the Barrel, RWA's upcoming Renegade Rumble, and the final two Sorgstock match announcements: Brianna Bands against Reese Hayes and The Runway against Wild Wild South. Facade then looks ahead to the Gathering of the Juggalos and Bloodymania. He discusses JCW's transition from chaotic, insider-driven wrestling toward a more polished and accessible product—without abandoning attractions like Gore Games. Most importantly, Facade previews his three-way JCW World Heavyweight Championship opportunity against Josh Bishop and JCW American Champion Father Bronson. The conversation shifts to Facade's latest Power Slap appearance. He explains accepting the fight on extremely short notice, cutting nearly ten pounds, entering without a full training camp, and being knocked out by a clean strike from Power Slap opponent Bougie. Facade also raises concerns about how a referee repositioned his stance immediately before the slap, discusses competitor safety, and reveals what it would take to bring him back. Finally, “What We Learned” covers Rey Mysterio's seemingly ageless performance against Chad Gable, CM Punk's misguided promo material against Kevin Owens, the latest Bloodline power structure, and Sorg rediscovering his enthusiasm for wrestling at a relaxed community show. News stories and topics Chelsea Green's injury and breakout promo Green suffered a broken orbital bone shortly after winning her championship. Nick Aldis gave her 30 days to recover, find a protective mask, and defend the title. Mad Mike calls her response one of WWE's strongest pure babyface promos in years. The panel believes the injury angle may strengthen her connection with the audience. Facade recalls managing Green and praises her personality and professionalism. WWE's women's championship scene The hosts discuss the momentum surrounding WWE's women's singles titles. Fatal Influence's rapid rise and championship success receive particular attention. Chelsea Green and Tiffany Stratton's recent involvement is examined. Wrestling's greatest ring slides The Usos' synchronized slides spark a debate about the best entrances into the ring. Paul London, The Rock, John Cena, and Titus O'Neil enter the conversation. The tangent expands into Samoan wrestling families and their shared athletic traits. WWE and AAA's lucha crossover The crew anticipates a possible Penta versus Rey Fenix tournament final. Roman Reigns' scheduled appearance in Mexico adds importance to the tournament. El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. and El Fiscal appearing on Raw are discussed. The AAA Cruiserweight Championship continuing on NXT is viewed as a natural extension of the partnership. Michael Cole's difficulty with lucha names becomes a running joke. WWE programming and scheduling The panel discusses double tapings and earlier Raw start times. WWE's relationship with ESPN and the challenge of competing with Monday Night Football are considered. The hosts note how wrestling scheduling increasingly works around larger sports partnerships. CM Punk visiting an NXT live event Punk's surprise appearance and physical interaction with Myles Borne are discussed. The group jokes about Punk choosing a small Florida live event over other cities. Independent wrestling roundup TNF's Lethal Lottery and recent surprises receive a plug. 2PW's Battle of the Barrel featured four matches at a West Homestead fire department event. Matches included Jason Tyler versus Phillip Archer, Paul Atlas and Marshall Gambino against Gory and Super Hentai, and Dennis Gregory versus Zach Nystrom. Little Ginge's appearance with Chest Flexor is highlighted. RWA's upcoming Renegade Rumble is previewed. Final Sorgstock match announcements Brianna Bands will face amateur-wrestling standout Reese Hayes. The Runway will meet the newly presented team of Shelby Wylde and Georgia South, Wild Wild South. Sorg explains his goal of presenting fresh matches and unfamiliar combinations. Facade versus Ricochet A viewer asks for a complete Facade–Ricochet rivalry. Facade remembers facing Ricochet in a chaotic CZW Aerial Assault match that also featured Ruckus and AR Fox. He confirms that Ricochet was already remarkably smooth and welcomes another match. JCW's evolution The group contrasts older, loosely produced Gathering matches with JCW's current presentation. Facade argues that a more accessible product can attract viewers outside established Juggalo culture. Dangerous stipulations are now more effective when used for meaningful stories instead of appearing automatically. Gore Games is presented as the major violent spectacle on the Bloodymania card. Gathering of the Juggalos memories Sorg and Facade recall poorly lit matches, rings moved by heavy equipment, flashlight wrestling, and shows continuing until sunrise. They discuss how audiences have learned that throwing objects can prevent wrestlers from delivering the performances fans want. Faygo memories, vintage branding, and earlier JCW experiences provide several side trips. Facade's JCW World Championship opportunity Facade explains his path through the JCW American Championship picture. He will challenge World Champion Josh Bishop in a three-way also involving American Champion Father Bronson. A winner-take-all stipulation is discussed as a possibility, not a confirmed match rule. Facade hopes Vanilla Ice might provide a live “Ninja Rap” entrance. Bloodymania card The discussed lineup includes James Storm and Cocaine versus Mr. Anderson and Stephon Smith. Sonny Kiss, Haley J, J-Rod, Mickey Knuckles, Caleb Konley, Kerry Morton, EC3, Willie Mack, Too Tough Tony, Yabo the Clown, Ruffo the Clown, Donovan Dijak, Big Vito, and others are mentioned. Bloodymania will stream free on YouTube at approximately 2 a.m. Eastern Saturday morning. Facade's short-notice Power Slap fight Facade received the call while teaching at a parkour gym. He accepted only days before the event without a dedicated training camp. He reduced his weight from approximately 179 pounds to 169.5. He expected the striking order to be redrawn but learned he would have to receive the first slap. Facade believes the referee moved him out of his trained defensive posture before the strike. He credits Bougie with delivering a legitimate, clean slap and holds no personal animosity toward him. Facade is reluctant to compete again unless he receives the first strike. Power Slap safety and officiating Other competitors' experiences are used to question defensive positioning and officiating consistency. A broken arm, fighters declining unsafe situations, and commentary that ignored Facade's short-notice status are discussed. Raj Dhesi's victory over Jake Hager is highlighted as an emotional comeback. The sport's growing international schedule and involvement of wrestlers, athletes, and online creators are examined. Wrestlers finding opportunities elsewhere Power Slap, Banana Ball, American Gladiators, MMA, and visual art are presented as alternate paths. The hosts appreciate seeing wrestlers turn their personalities and athletic skills into new opportunities. “What We Learned” breakdown The chat's lesson: Solo Sikoa works surprisingly well as a babyface, while Roman Reigns' order preventing Jacob Fatu from attacking LA Knight explains Jacob's unusual inaction. The Usos also appear to have become Roman's clear seconds-in-command. Professor T-Pop's lesson: Rey Mysterio still refuses to age. His match with Chad Gable delivered match-of-the-year-level lucha action, while Gable's increasing ability to blur the line between himself and El Grande Americano continues to strengthen the character. Mad Mike's lesson: Even experienced talkers sometimes need stronger boundaries or scripting. CM Punk's endometriosis reference during his exchange with Kevin Owens was confusing, needlessly insensitive, and weaker than the material available within the story. Mike believes Owens is carrying the more effective side of the feud. Sorg's lesson: Wrestling is most rewarding when there is still room to experience it as a fan. Attending the relaxed 2PW fire department show—without being responsible for the entire production—helped him reconnect with old friends and remember what drew him to wrestling. Facade's extension of the lesson: Wrestling has taken him from local shows to touring with musicians and competing in unexpected arenas. His advice is to pause, recognize those opportunities, and appreciate where the work has led. The larger takeaway: A passion project can become so focused on logistics and business that the passion disappears. Everyone involved should remember that they choose to be there, protect their energy, and leave situations that no longer justify the cost.

The “Neon Ninja” Facade joins Sorg and Mad Mike for a wide-ranging Wrestling Mayhem Show covering championship drama, lucha libre, JCW's evolution, Power Slap controversy, and the importance of remembering why wrestling is supposed to be fun. The show opens with Chelsea Green's emotional response to suffering an orbital injury immediately after her championship victory. The crew praises Green's fiery babyface promo, the crowd's investment in her journey, and WWE's decision to give her 30 days to return and defend the title. They also examine the strength of WWE's women's championships, Fatal Influence's fast rise, and Facade's personal experience working with Green earlier in her career. WWE's growing relationship with AAA leads to a larger lucha discussion. The hosts consider a potential Penta–Rey Fenix tournament final, Roman Reigns wrestling in Mexico, El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr.'s Raw appearance, the AAA Cruiserweight Championship appearing on NXT, and WWE adjusting its schedule around football and other media partnerships. The independent wrestling roundup includes 2PW's Battle of the Barrel, RWA's upcoming Renegade Rumble, and the final two Sorgstock match announcements: Brianna Bands against Reese Hayes and The Runway against Wild Wild South. Facade then looks ahead to the Gathering of the Juggalos and Bloodymania. He discusses JCW's transition from chaotic, insider-driven wrestling toward a more polished and accessible product—without abandoning attractions like Gore Games. Most importantly, Facade previews his three-way JCW World Heavyweight Championship opportunity against Josh Bishop and JCW American Champion Father Bronson. The conversation shifts to Facade's latest Power Slap appearance. He explains accepting the fight on extremely short notice, cutting nearly ten pounds, entering without a full training camp, and being knocked out by a clean strike from Power Slap opponent Bougie. Facade also raises concerns about how a referee repositioned his stance immediately before the slap, discusses competitor safety, and reveals what it would take to bring him back. Finally, “What We Learned” covers Rey Mysterio's seemingly ageless performance against Chad Gable, CM Punk's misguided promo material against Kevin Owens, the latest Bloodline power structure, and Sorg rediscovering his enthusiasm for wrestling at a relaxed community show. News stories and topics Chelsea Green's injury and breakout promo Green suffered a broken orbital bone shortly after winning her championship. Nick Aldis gave her 30 days to recover, find a protective mask, and defend the title. Mad Mike calls her response one of WWE's strongest pure babyface promos in years. The panel believes the injury angle may strengthen her connection with the audience. Facade recalls managing Green and praises her personality and professionalism. WWE's women's championship scene The hosts discuss the momentum surrounding WWE's women's singles titles. Fatal Influence's rapid rise and championship success receive particular attention. Chelsea Green and Tiffany Stratton's recent involvement is examined. Wrestling's greatest ring slides The Usos' synchronized slides spark a debate about the best entrances into the ring. Paul London, The Rock, John Cena, and Titus O'Neil enter the conversation. The tangent expands into Samoan wrestling families and their shared athletic traits. WWE and AAA's lucha crossover The crew anticipates a possible Penta versus Rey Fenix tournament final. Roman Reigns' scheduled appearance in Mexico adds importance to the tournament. El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. and El Fiscal appearing on Raw are discussed. The AAA Cruiserweight Championship continuing on NXT is viewed as a natural extension of the partnership. Michael Cole's difficulty with lucha names becomes a running joke. WWE programming and scheduling The panel discusses double tapings and earlier Raw start times. WWE's relationship with ESPN and the challenge of competing with Monday Night Football are considered. The hosts note how wrestling scheduling increasingly works around larger sports partnerships. CM Punk visiting an NXT live event Punk's surprise appearance and physical interaction with Myles Borne are discussed. The group jokes about Punk choosing a small Florida live event over other cities. Independent wrestling roundup TNF's Lethal Lottery and recent surprises receive a plug. 2PW's Battle of the Barrel featured four matches at a West Homestead fire department event. Matches included Jason Tyler versus Phillip Archer, Paul Atlas and Marshall Gambino against Gory and Super Hentai, and Dennis Gregory versus Zach Nystrom. Little Ginge's appearance with Chest Flexor is highlighted. RWA's upcoming Renegade Rumble is previewed. Final Sorgstock match announcements Brianna Bands will face amateur-wrestling standout Reese Hayes. The Runway will meet the newly presented team of Shelby Wylde and Georgia South, Wild Wild South. Sorg explains his goal of presenting fresh matches and unfamiliar combinations. Facade versus Ricochet A viewer asks for a complete Facade–Ricochet rivalry. Facade remembers facing Ricochet in a chaotic CZW Aerial Assault match that also featured Ruckus and AR Fox. He confirms that Ricochet was already remarkably smooth and welcomes another match. JCW's evolution The group contrasts older, loosely produced Gathering matches with JCW's current presentation. Facade argues that a more accessible product can attract viewers outside established Juggalo culture. Dangerous stipulations are now more effective when used for meaningful stories instead of appearing automatically. Gore Games is presented as the major violent spectacle on the Bloodymania card. Gathering of the Juggalos memories Sorg and Facade recall poorly lit matches, rings moved by heavy equipment, flashlight wrestling, and shows continuing until sunrise. They discuss how audiences have learned that throwing objects can prevent wrestlers from delivering the performances fans want. Faygo memories, vintage branding, and earlier JCW experiences provide several side trips. Facade's JCW World Championship opportunity Facade explains his path through the JCW American Championship picture. He will challenge World Champion Josh Bishop in a three-way also involving American Champion Father Bronson. A winner-take-all stipulation is discussed as a possibility, not a confirmed match rule. Facade hopes Vanilla Ice might provide a live “Ninja Rap” entrance. Bloodymania card The discussed lineup includes James Storm and Cocaine versus Mr. Anderson and Stephon Smith. Sonny Kiss, Haley J, J-Rod, Mickey Knuckles, Caleb Konley, Kerry Morton, EC3, Willie Mack, Too Tough Tony, Yabo the Clown, Ruffo the Clown, Donovan Dijak, Big Vito, and others are mentioned. Bloodymania will stream free on YouTube at approximately 2 a.m. Eastern Saturday morning. Facade's short-notice Power Slap fight Facade received the call while teaching at a parkour gym. He accepted only days before the event without a dedicated training camp. He reduced his weight from approximately 179 pounds to 169.5. He expected the striking order to be redrawn but learned he would have to receive the first slap. Facade believes the referee moved him out of his trained defensive posture before the strike. He credits Bougie with delivering a legitimate, clean slap and holds no personal animosity toward him. Facade is reluctant to compete again unless he receives the first strike. Power Slap safety and officiating Other competitors' experiences are used to question defensive positioning and officiating consistency. A broken arm, fighters declining unsafe situations, and commentary that ignored Facade's short-notice status are discussed. Raj Dhesi's victory over Jake Hager is highlighted as an emotional comeback. The sport's growing international schedule and involvement of wrestlers, athletes, and online creators are examined. Wrestlers finding opportunities elsewhere Power Slap, Banana Ball, American Gladiators, MMA, and visual art are presented as alternate paths. The hosts appreciate seeing wrestlers turn their personalities and athletic skills into new opportunities. “What We Learned” breakdown The chat's lesson: Solo Sikoa works surprisingly well as a babyface, while Roman Reigns' order preventing Jacob Fatu from attacking LA Knight explains Jacob's unusual inaction. The Usos also appear to have become Roman's clear seconds-in-command. Professor T-Pop's lesson: Rey Mysterio still refuses to age. His match with Chad Gable delivered match-of-the-year-level lucha action, while Gable's increasing ability to blur the line between himself and El Grande Americano continues to strengthen the character. Mad Mike's lesson: Even experienced talkers sometimes need stronger boundaries or scripting. CM Punk's endometriosis reference during his exchange with Kevin Owens was confusing, needlessly insensitive, and weaker than the material available within the story. Mike believes Owens is carrying the more effective side of the feud. Sorg's lesson: Wrestling is most rewarding when there is still room to experience it as a fan. Attending the relaxed 2PW fire department show—without being responsible for the entire production—helped him reconnect with old friends and remember what drew him to wrestling. Facade's extension of the lesson: Wrestling has taken him from local shows to touring with musicians and competing in unexpected arenas. His advice is to pause, recognize those opportunities, and appreciate where the work has led. The larger takeaway: A passion project can become so focused on logistics and business that the passion disappears. Everyone involved should remember that they choose to be there, protect their energy, and leave situations that no longer justify the cost.

In den 90er Jahren strahlte das DSF am Nachmittag die erfolgreiche US-Show «American Gladiators» aus. Die von John Ferraro kreierte Show kam auf sieben Staffeln und insgesamt 208 Episoden. Doch schließlich wurde die Produktion Anfang 1996 für die Beteiligten zu teuer, weshalb man das Format aus dem Programm nahm. Zwischenzeitlich produzierte auch der britische Fernsehsender ITV für die Insel eine eigene Version der Show. Nach einem verkorksten Comeback sowohl in den Vereinigten Staaten von Amerika als auch im Vereinigten Königreich erfolgte mit Hilfe von Hungry Bear Media und MGM Alternative UK ein erfolgreicher Neustart bei BBC One. Über sechs Millionen Menschen verfolgten am Samstagabend die Show, das führte bei RTL zu Begehrlichkeiten. Man wollte diese Reichweiten ebenfalls haben, allerdings traute man sich die Lizenzierung allein offenbar nicht zu. Aus diesem Grund schnappte sich RTL den Deutschlandarm von Amazon als Partner. Herausgekommen ist «Gladiators» im Stil einer typischen RTL-Version. Die Show ist mit Laura Wontorra und Jan Köppen besetzt, Frank Buschmann kommentiert die Geschehnisse aus der Halle. Das sieht schon ein wenig nach «Ninja Warrior Germany» aus, setzt aber auch eigene Akzente. Die Sendung ist seit Anfang August bei Prime Video Deutschland abrufbar, doch fasziniert diese Show auch die Zuschauer bei RTL? Fünf dreistündige Ausgaben hat der Kölner Sender für das Abendprogramm eingeplant.

You can buy fat loss with an injection, but you cannot fake the raw, violent physical capability required to survive when the lights turn on and the floor turns into a warzone. Before stepping under the Hollywood lights as the new faces of American Gladiators, Daniella Means, Lu Faustin, and Kailey Latimer forged their armor through shattered orbital bones, grueling Division I athletic politics, and the unforgiving reality of immigrant grit. Along the way, they realized that true elite-level performance isn't about chasing aesthetic superficiality or corporate fitness trends, but about weaponizing a zero-compromise mindset that translates directly from the platform to the dirt. INSIDE THIS CONVERSATION The Pump Illusion: Why traditional backstage preparation caused elite male competitors to break down while the women survived the heavy volume. The Earning Curve: The harsh psychological divide between physical attributes you can buy off a shelf and the absolute power that must be taxed out of your own spine. Combat Transfer: How pro-wrestling ring psychology outmuscled raw weightlifting metrics the exact second the script went out the window. Isolated Pressure: The brutal transition from team-dependent field sports to the cold, solitary numbers dictated by the barbell. MEET THE GUESTS Daniella "Voltage" Means is an IFBB Pro and IPF World Champion who stood on a national competitive platform just eight weeks after surviving a devastating hammer attack to the face. Lu "Empire" Faustin is an IFBB Figure Pro, WBFF Pro, entrepreneur, and speaker. Raised in New York by Haitian immigrant parents, Lu earned a degree in International Relations with a focus on Law in Belgium before being discovered in a gym and winning her first bodybuilding competition, Miss Fitness Belgium. Today, she is building a career at the intersection of fitness, media, entrepreneurship, and community impact, proving that strength and femininity aren't opposites-they're a powerful combination Kailey "Hurricane" Latimer is a former Division I powerhouse and the longest-reigning NWA World Women's Champion in history, capturing elite sports supremacy by treating competition as an absolute expression of faith. FOLLOW THE GLADIATORS Daniella Means Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/daniellameans YouTube: @daniellameans Lu Faustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lufaustinpro Website: https://ludniefaustin.com Kailey Latimer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecat5kailey Become an elitefts Channel Member Get early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk, exclusive content, and member-only perks. ➡️ @eliteftsofficial Support Dave Tate's Table Talk Full Crew Access https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & Exclusive Content https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Coaching Application https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-Selling elitefts Products Pro Resistance Training Bands https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps & Sleeves https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html Official Sponsors & Discounts elitefts — Save 10% OFF with code TABLE TALK https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health — Save 10% OFF Labs with code TABLETALK https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT — Get a FREE 8-Count Sample Pack http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk ChiliPad 2.0 — Save Up to $255 with code TABLETALK https://sleep.me/tabletalk Visionary Meals (Official Meal Prep Partner) — Save 10% OFF with code TABLETALK10 https://visionarymeals.com MASS Research Review — Save 20% OFF with code ELITEFTS20 https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App — Save 10% OFF with code TABLE TALK https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app Support Massenomics https://www.massenomics.com/

The Summer HOBI gang is combating the heat by cooling off in the BOB Studios to talk the Cincinnati Anime Expo, recast American Gladiators with fictional characters, and the energy of the World Cup! Plus the gang creates Highlander MMA fights, Moana drowns at the box office, influencers playing hide and seek, and list the Top Five Biggest Jerks in Movies and Television! This episode is sponsored by the Cincinnati Comic Expo.

Presenting Sponsor Thirdzy!  https://thirdzy.com/JAZZYPromotion Code for 15% off: JAZZYSupport Carolyne with the purchase of your CrossFit Games Tickets, Use Code cfgprevost10 at checkoutEveryday we take a break from the busy work day to catch our breath, hang out with friends and talk about the world of Sports, Entertainment and specifically CrossFit. Today we have a special guest Bailey Meraviglia who talks about her time on American Gladiators, Her time podiuming at the Games with CrossFit Milford, Her penalty this year in trying to qualify for the CrossFit Games and Tim Horton's, Pole Vaulting, Karate and being a Lethal Weapon, plus so much more!

Dan, Manny, & Billy put the American Gladiators franchise to the ultimate test—THE NOSTALGIA TEST!   “It'd be a lot more American if they walked in the ring and just shot each other.” -Billy D'Elia   While this episode was being recorded, the orange lunatic who's technically our “president” was building a UFC octagon on the front lawn of The White House, which was ultimately a disaster (F Joe Rogan). We all should've seen the free-fall of America coming in the late 80s when we were all watching American Gladiators on TV. This episode attempts to figure out what this show is, why were people into it, and why was it resurrected, twice! That's right, there is currently a new version with two seasons hosted by The Miz. Oh, and the first season of the 2026 version WAS FILMED IN FRANCE!? Now, all credit goes to each and every gladiator that was on this show because in 1989 they were treated like trash. Safety wasn't a thing, people were being knocked out, and gladiators were being forced to compete injured. Watching the “evolution” of American Gladiators is so interesting, because as the series continued the only thing that got updated were the games and the arena. They made it bigger and got rid of the cardboard cutout audience members. That's right! They did that. At the same time, the gladiators remained overworked, injured, and forced to literally fight people like they were circus animals in an underground fight club. This episode travels along a zig-zag path to get the controversial conclusion of the 2026 episode they watched, how The Miz is just screaming in people's faces, some of the best knockouts, faceplants, and announcer quotes, all the way to the guys talking about how they need a 100% win for an episode because this is killing their souls. So, grab your American flag bandanas, an oversized tank top, scream at the top of your lungs for no reason, and kick your best friend in the face, because it's time to talk American Gladiators! ***   If you love what we're doing and want to support the podcast so we can keep this show going with better equipment and maybe meet up with each other to do some in-person recording, sponsor to The Nostalgia Test: buymeacoffee.com/nostalgiatest   Lastly, we're looking to be booked for podcast appearances, hosting gigs and parties, maybe you have a block party coming up, a BBQ that you want to be Nostalgia themed and you're looking to make it seriously memorable, a reunion, etc., contact us to book the podcast. We're ready to Get Nostalgic With You:  Contact For Booking   *** Email us (thenostalgiatest@gmail.com) your thoughts, opinions, and topics for our next Nostalgia Test! Suggest A Test & Be Our Guest! We're always looking for a fun new topic for The Nostalgia Test. Hit the link above, tell us what you'd like to see tested, and be our guest for that episode! *** Approximate Rundown 00:00 American Gladiators Setup 01:16 Show Format Challenge 02:18 Main Era Gladiators 03:20 Reboots & Hosts 05:34 Saturday TV Memories 07:44 Early Seasons Chaos 08:47 Games Evolve Over Time 10:17 Joust & Judge Bits 11:18 Reality TV Before Reality 13:12 Behind the Scenes Grind 14:48 Brutal Interviews &Trauma 17:33 Downfall & Exploitation 19:11 Injuries & Rule Nonsense 24:09 America Culture Context 25:38 Does It Pass Nostalgia 26:51 Competition Show Landscape 32:07 Steroids & Wild Stories 35:41 Trash TV Reboot Setup 36:50 Peak Games And 1996 40:10 Rewatch Reality Check 40:25 Hogan Ali Reboot 41:47 Schlock Backstories 43:00 Bad Names Bad Vibes 44:12 Water Hazards 50:32 Why It Failed 51:54 Miz Era Rant 54:45 Finale Disqualification 57:35 Filmed in France 01:06:06 Fixing the Format 01:11:22 Nostalgia Verdict 01:15:26 Next Episode Pick 01:17:10 Major League Storytime 01:19:25 Wrap Up & Plugs   Book The Nostalgia Test Podcast Bring The Nostalgia Test Podcast's high energy fun and comedy on your podcast, to host your themed parties & special events!  The Nostalgia Test Podcast will create an unforgettable Nostalgic experience for any occasion because we are the party! We bring it 100% of the time! Email us at thenostalgiatest@gmail.com or fill out the form at this link. LET'S GET NOSTALGIC!       Keep up with all things The Nostalgia Test Podcast on Instagram | Substack | Discord | TikTok | Bluesky | YouTube | Facebook   The intro and outro music ('Neon Attack 80s') is by Emanmusic.

Professional bodybuilder and American Gladiator star Lu Faustin stopped by the Dain & Josh Sports and Music Show to share her incredible journey—from the very beginning to where she is today.Lu opened up about the most important chapter of her life so far and how she's using her platform to make a difference through Children's Aid, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children and families overcome barriers and reach their full potential.Children's Aid (Learn More & Support)

This week we continue following Night Demon on their epic North American trek supporting King Diamond and Overkill in fall 2024. The narrative resumes with a rare appearance in Indianapolis. Band and crew describe the benefits and pitfalls of performing at ornate old theaters that were not designed for 21st century heavy metal productions. You will learn how Night Demon paid tribute to the late, great Paul Di'Anno at this show, and will hear exclusive details about a recording session and potential future single release. From there, the tour proceeded to Louisville, with visits from friends in Savage Master and chiropractic care courtesy of the Rock Doc. As always, we bring you live clips from the performances and behind-the-scenes recollections of how each show went down.LINKSOld National Centre - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_National_CentreMagnetic Eye Records -https://magneticeyerecords.bandcamp.com/Louisville Palace -https://www.louisvillepalace.com/ Listen at nightdemon.net/podcast or anywhere you listen to podcasts! Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook

In this powerful episode, American Gladiator star Kailey Latimer (known as "Hurricane") and her husband, pro wrestler Tom Latimer, share their raw and inspiring testimony of how they went from the brutal world of professional wrestling and gladiator battles to surrendering their lives to Jesus Christ. From the bright lights of the arena to finding true peace and purpose, this couple opens up about their struggles, radical transformation, and what it really means to go from warriors in the ring to warriors for Christ.

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This week, we talk about Bryan's doctor appointments, Mother's Day, bittersweet memories, jazz music, cooking, Warriors: Abyss, Re:Dracula, spiced butter grilled cheese, Hazardous History, American Gladiators, the QoftheW, and more!   Salty Merch: https://www.teepublic.com/user/saltylanguagepods Our Patreon: Patreon.com/saltylanguage   Subscribe / rate / review us on Apple Podcasts!   Links: 1. Warriors: Abyss https://www.koeitecmoamerica.com/warriors_abyss/us/ 2. Spiced butter grilled cheese https://www.thekitchn.com/spiced-butter-grilled-cheese-23780209 3. Re: Dracula podcast https://redracula.live/ QoftheW:  What's the kind of adventure you'd try if you have infinite lives? Visit us at: saltylanguage.com Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/salty-language/id454587072?mt=2 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3GnINOQglJq1jedh36ZjGC iHeart Radio: http://www.iheart.com/show/263-Salty-Language/ Google Play Music: https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/Ixozhhniffkdkgfp33brnqolvte Tony's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@allthebeers Bryan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@IFinallyPlayed https://www.tiktok.com/@saltylanguage facebook.com/saltylanguage Discord:  https://discord.gg/NEr5Newk @salty_language / saltylanguage@gmail.com http://salty.libsyn.com/webpage  / http://www.youtube.com/user/SaltyLanguagePod Instagram/Threads: SaltyLanguage Reddit: r/saltylanguage Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/salty-language tangentboundnetwork.com Share with your friends!

The staged spectacle of the ring and the curated edits of prime time are stripped away to reveal a raw physical reality that cannot be faked. Eric "Bull" Bugenhagen, Jesse "Steel" Godderz, and Michael "Fang" Wardlow endured a month of sensory deprivation and high-stakes violence to resurrect a cultural legend. From the agony of competing with a ruptured bicep to the psychological warfare of gladiator lockdown, these three modern-day icons reveal the grit required to weaponize a 280-pound frame. INSIDE THE EPISODE The Secret Injury: How Fang competed in the most grueling events with a full bicep tear Gladiator Lockdown: The reality of living in isolation with 16 world-class athletes for 30 days Breaking the Rules: Bull reveals the backstage moments that almost got him pulled from the show The 3-Hour Pump: Why training like a bodybuilder is a liability in a 30-foot vertical arena Diet of Champions: Living on sulfur-soaked eggs and high-molecular-weight starch to stay explosive MEET THE GUESTS Eric Bugenhagen ("Bull") Eric Bugenhagen, the chaotic force known as Bull, is a former D1 wrestler from the University of Wisconsin and a YouTube legend built on the philosophy of unorthodox intensity. Known for his 800-pound behind-the-back deadlifts and unhinged charisma, Bugenhagen serves as the engine of the trio, bridging the gap between elite strength sports and mainstream entertainment. Michael Wardlow ("Fang") Michael Wardlow, rebranded as Fang for the arena, is one of professional wrestling's most feared powerhouses. Standing as a multi-time champion in AEW, he brought a D1 wrestling background and a headhunter mentality to the show, proving that functional agility is the only currency that matters when suspended 30 feet in the air. Jesse Godderz ("Steel") Jesse Godderz, known to the world as Steel and Mr. Pectacular, is a rare hybrid of reality TV royalty and professional wrestling veteran. A staple of CBS's Big Brother for over a decade and a 17-year veteran of the squared circle, Godderz transitioned his Golden Era physique into a dominant run on the 2026 revival of American Gladiators. FOLLOW THE GLADIATORS Instagram THE BULL: https://www.instagram.com/ericbugenhagenofficial/ STEEL: https://www.instagram.com/mrpec_tacular/ FANG: https://www.instagram.com/realwardlow/ Become an elitefts Channel Member Become an elitefts channel member for early access to Dave Tate's Table Talk podcast and other perks. ➡️ @eliteftsofficial Support Dave Tate's Table Talk FULL Crew Access https://www.elitefts.com/join-the-crew Limited Edition Apparel https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html Programs & More https://www.elitefts.com/shop/dave-tate-s-table-talk-crew.html TYAO Application https://www.elitefts.com/dave-tate-s-tyao-application Best-Selling elitefts Products Pro Resistance Training Bands https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html Specialty Barbells https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bars-weights/specialty-bars.html Wraps, Straps, Sleeves https://www.elitefts.com/shop/power-gear.html Sponsors elitefts Get an extra 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK) https://www.elitefts.com/ Marek Health Get 10% OFF Your Next Marek Health Labs (CODE: TABLETALK) https://marekhealth.com/tabletalk LMNT Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors http://www.drinklmnt.com/tabletalk Massenomics Support Massenomics! https://www.massenomics.com/ MASS Research Review Save 20% on monthly, yearly, or lifetime MASS Research Review (CODE: ELITEFTS20) https://massresearchreview.com/ RP Hypertrophy App Get 10% OFF RP Hypertrophy App (CODE: TABLE TALK) https://rpstrength.com/pages/hypertrophy-app

Hanna und Adam berichten im Blake-Lively-Weekly äh SJ Weekly wieder über die Top-Themen aus den Medien. Natürlich geht es wieder um Hannas Lieblingsthema. Aber auch um die aktuellen Network-Upfronts und ihre schwindene Bedeutung. Aber auch um neue Trailer, Serienstarts (und unsere Meinung dazu) und Filmthemen. Wir freuen uns auch, wie schnell die Community auf unserer Insta-Seite wächst und mitmacht. Im Reviewteil geht es um „Shit Show“ von RTL+ „My Ex“ vom ZDF, die Dokus Niedringhaus und Großes Tennis, den Film Rose, „The Bear“ und American Gladiators von Amazon Prime Video. ANZEIGE: https://plus.rtl.de/,RTL+: Dein Plus für Serien & FilmeNeuer SJ Instagram-Kanal:https://www.instagram.com/serienpodcast/Hanna Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mediawhore.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediawhore Adam: Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/AwesomeArndt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awesomearndt/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AwesomeArndt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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She was the kid who always wanted to win, then a single injury forced her to redefine everything. Nikki Smith grew up in Yucaipa, found her identity in soccer, and even played on a boys traveling team before a torn ACL ended the path she'd imagined. What happens next is the part most people miss: the quiet decision to keep moving anyway. Nikki walks us through how lifting, coaching, and chasing hard challenges became her way back to strength, confidence, and mental clarity.We also get the behind-the-scenes truth of reality competition, from American Gladiators to Steve Austin's Broken Skull Challenge. Nikki explains what the cameras don't show, why putting yourself on TV is a special kind of vulnerability, and how “losing” can still be a win when you're facing fear and refusing to let doubters write your story. If you care about fitness mindset, discipline, and real resilience, her perspective lands hard.Then the conversation goes deeper into faith, grief, and family. Nikki shares how her father's death and her daughter's struggle with addiction and mental health reshaped her purpose, and why so many families stay silent when the struggle isn't “socially acceptable.” We talk warning signs, stigma, coping traps, and what it looks like to rebuild with honesty, community, and daily habits like gratitude and movement. Nikki now pours that mission into a women's workshop called From Broken To Becoming, blending fitness and faith-based encouragement to help others find a way forward.If this story hits home, subscribe, share it with someone who needs hope, and leave a review so more people can find the message. What part of Nikki's journey did you relate to most?

Can scary shows still feel cozy? Can gross out shows work for feel good stories? Do sob stories work on competition shows still? How many poop joes can you fit in a 15-minute episode about where apples come from? And what is BJ's favorite vegetable? Tune in to find out! Timestamps:   00:49 - Widow's Bay (Apple TV) 06:32 - Kevin (Prime Video) 11:03 - This Is a Gardening Show (Netflix) 17:07 - American Gladiators (Prime Video)   Edited with thanks to Playlyst Studios Connect with us:   Buy us a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/thepilotpodcast | Visit us at thepilotpodcast.com | Email us at askthepilotpodcast@gmail.com | Follow us @ThePilotPod on Instagram and TikTok | Please leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts

This week on "Who Put This On?" we are lacing up our sneakers and dodging oversized foam Q-tips as we dive into the American Gladiators revival on Amazon Prime. We compare this shiny new 2026 version to the 2008 Hulk Hogan era to see if the franchise has finally found its footing or if it is still stuck in the mud of the Eliminator. We break down the new roster of Gladiators, discuss whether The Miz is the host we deserved, and debate if the three-event format is enough to keep us coming back. Does this reboot land in the top tier of competitive reality or is it a bottom-level effort that should have stayed in the 90s? Grab your protein shake and find out where we bucket this one S01E01 || Theme Song: "Crooked Mile (slinky rock mix)" by Hans Atom || Outro: "I dunno" by grapes || Next week: This is a Gardening Show S01E01

Fixed Audio. This week, Who Put This On? steps into the arena. The original American Gladiators (1989, Prime Video) has everything you could want from late-80s syndicated television: hulking characters with names like Nitro and Gemini, foam jousting sticks, and an Eliminator that takes no prisoners. Are the gladiators wrestlers who were too good for wrestling? Does this hold up on its own merits, or is the group running purely on childhood fumes? Strap in and find out where American Gladiators lands on the WPTO scale. S03E24/25 || 33 minutes Discussion starts || Theme Song: "Crooked Mile (slinky rock mix)" by Hans Atom || Outro: "I dunno" by grapes || Next week: American Gladiators OG S03E24 and Muscles and Mayhem

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Derrick Kosinski & Scott Yager are joined by Faysal Shafaat, who is currently crushing it on American Gladiators as MAYHEM!WATCH the Full Interview HERE: https://www.patreon.com/posts/157092135?pr=trueSure we know him as Fessy...Faysal...but this was our first sit down with MAYHEM! Hear the awesome story of how Faysal wound up on American Gladiators, got the name Mayhem, whether he gets along with the other Gladiators and what it taught him about The Challenge and how fans in our world feel about him. Recorded Live & In Person w/ Skutch Media.www.ChallengeManiacs.com - JOIN THE POD SQUAD! Get Early/Ad-Free Audio and Full Video of ALL interviews PLUS Bonus Podcasts like weekly Episode Breakdowns during the season.www.ChallengeMania.Live for tix!5/22 - BOSTON6/27 - PORTLAND628 - SEATTLE& MORE!www.ChallengeMania.Shop for Swag! 

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This week, Who Put This On? steps into the arena. The original American Gladiators (1989, Prime Video) has everything you could want from late-80s syndicated television: hulking characters with names like Nitro and Gemini, foam jousting sticks, and an Eliminator that takes no prisoners. Are the gladiators wrestlers who were too good for wrestling? Does this hold up on its own merits, or is the group running purely on childhood fumes? Strap in and find out where American Gladiators lands on the WPTO scale. S03E24/25 || Theme Song: "Crooked Mile (slinky rock mix)" by Hans Atom || Outro: "I dunno" by grapes || Next week: American Gladiators OG S03E24 and Muscles and Mayhem

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The boys are back to chat the month of April 2026 in pop culture. Listen in as the boys chat about Project Hail Mary, the finale of RuPaul's Drag Race Season 18 and the upcoming All Stars 11, Scrubs, American Gladiators, the plethora of leaks surrounding the new Avatar movie, and much more!Get ready to sit back and FLAME ON! Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/flameon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Presenting Sponsor Thirdzy!  https://thirdzy.com/JAZZYPromotion Code for 15% off: JAZZYSupport Carolyne with the purchase of your CrossFit Games Tickets, Use Code cfgprevost10 at checkoutEveryday we take a break from the busy work day to catch our breath, hang out with friends and talk about the world of Sports, Entertainment and specifically CrossFit. Today we talk about CrossFitters on American Gladiators, Paying for streams and why this is a good thing, plus a quick preview of all 4 events this weekend and where athletes will be competing.

Send us Fan MailA movie about condoms, cocaine, and the World Cup should be a layup for a wild studio comedy. Balls Up somehow turns that setup into a string of half-formed bits, missing reactions, and scenes that refuse to escalate. So we did what we do best: hate watched it closely and pulled it apart like a broken engine.We talk through why the central buddy comedy dynamic never locks in, how Mark Wahlberg looks stranded without a co-star who can elevate the rhythm, and why “straight man” only works when the straight man is still funny. We dig into the biggest script problems: characters who change traits scene to scene, stakes that get introduced then ignored, and jokes that explain themselves instead of landing. Along the way we call out the few moments that actually spark, like the dialysis callback, the Larry David translator voice, the karaoke choice, and the one truly committed set piece involving a vampire fish and a very unlucky pee break.After the movie autopsy, we pivot to what we've been enjoying lately, including long-form YouTube essays that dissect the MrBeast machine, plus Tony's current comfort watch with the American Gladiators reboot. We also tease our next watch, Marty Supreme, and briefly vent about how modern reboots like Frasier can still have great actors but fail on writing.If you laughed, cringed, or disagreed with our takes, subscribe, share the episode, and leave a review, then tell us the one change you'd make to fix Balls Up.Written Lovingly by AIBe our friend!Dan: @shakybaconTony: @tonydczechAnd follow the podcast on IG: @hatewatchingDAT

Hanna und Adam quatschen wieder über den heißen Shit aus der Entertainment-Branche. Es geht um den Streit zwischen dem Streaming-Marktführer und den Synchronsprechern. Um neue Trailer und Starttermine von Top-Serien. Und um eine verfrühte (?) Absetzung, eventuelle Rückkehrtermine sowie neue Fantasy-Stoffe, die bald auf uns zukommen.Im Reviewteil, der diesmal bis zum Bersten gefüllt ist, geht es um „My Ex“ „Half Man“, „American Gladiators“ bei Prime Video, „Der Teufel trägt Prada 2“, „Rose“, „Margo's Got Money Troubles“, „DTF St. Louis“, und Dokumentationen zu Hulk Hogan („Hulk Hogan: Real American) von Netflix und Michael Jackson in der ZDFmediathek.ANZEIGE:Angebot zum Streamen von Euphoria: https://www.sky.de/angebote?wkz=WPSP25#openTab_bestseller Timetamp:0:00:00 Neubesetzung in The White Lotus S40:04:00 Gen V abgesetzt?0:06:30 Star City Starttermin0:08:30 Ringe der Macht S30:11:00 Neue Fantasyserie zum Cosmere-UNiversum0:12:20 Ted Lasso S40:14:30 HotD S3 Starttermin0:17:00 Der Synchronsprecherstreit in D.0:25:00 Stranger Things Animation0:26:00 Boxoffice und Kino0:30:00 American Gladiator und Doku0:34:00 Rose0:35:00 Only Margo und DTF St. Louis0:39:30 Half Men0:44:00 MyEx0:45:00 Serien-tSartsHanna Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/mediawhore.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediawhore Adam: Twitter/ X: https://twitter.com/AwesomeArndt Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awesomearndt/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AwesomeArndt Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dani Means - Better known as "Voltage" from the reboot of American Gladiators - joins the Wex Appeal Podcast for a high-energy, no-BS conversation about what it really takes to step into the arena.⚡The journey from elite athlete to Gladiator⚡The physical & mental demands behind the scenes⚡What people DON'T see on TV⚡Her background in Rugby, CrossFit, Powerlifting and Bodybuilding⚡Her mindset, training and what drives herThis isn't just about TV - it's about discipline, identity and pushing past limits.If you're into fitness, competition, or just love stories about people doing uncommon things at a high level, this one hits.

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Jeff's documentary work includes the short film American Juggalo and the television series Heaven's Gate and Muscles and Mayhem: An Unauthorized Story of American Gladiators, and the recent feature documentary, The Rise of the Red Hot Chili Peppers: Our Brother, Hillel. Jeff's fiction work includes the series NOS4A2: Ghost and the feature films, Reverse the Curse, Little Lorraine, and Sylvania.

This week the boys talk about Heroes from Mezco series 1! And of course the heroes tv show! We also talk about all the Wrestlemania reveals including LJN wave 3, the return of Masters of the WWE Universe, Monday Night Wars, Legends, Retros and more! We also talk American Gladiators and a Lego pasta thief! Also check out The TB Toycast YouTube Channelhttps://youtube.com/@tbtoycast?si=Y5NX_wBl6-umZpk6Also check out The Saturday Morning Rumble Wheelhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-saturday-morning-rumble-wheel/id1654659843

12pm hour of The K&C Masterpiece! MORE STARS!!! / NFL Draft (and Cowboys) prop bets. NFL Draft Overreaction or Reality. From the new American Gladiators series, sportscaster Chris Rose & American Gladiator Steel!

From the new American Gladiators series, sportscaster Chris Rose & American Gladiator Steel join the show!

This is episode 359. Today we'll be talking TV including Million Dollar Secret, American Gladiators, House Of Villans, Untold: Chessmates, Odom and JailBlazers. Movies including Netflex's Thrash and Faces of Death (2026). And as always the week in Sports including Wrestlemania 42, the week in Funko and collecting and Weekly Star Wars moment, and our weekly random movie and song recommendations.   Hit up E Society on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/ESocietyPodcast/ Check out our ESP Spotify feed: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/esoc Mac Nez Podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7jot3LglMA0EuGTUikXejq?si=21b39da4784e4528 E Society YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCliC6x_a7p3kTV_0LC4S10A E Society and Mac-Nez t-shirts Tee Public: http://tee.pub/lic/9ko9r4p5uvE X: E Society Podcast - https://x.com/esocietypod The Zissiou - https://x.com/TheoZissou Instagram - E Society - https://www.instagram.com/esocietypod/ Mac Nez Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/macnez/ The Zissiou - https://www.instagram.com/thezissou/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@esocietypod   Taylor and Nez new podcast: Old Dawg New Trickz https://open.spotify.com/show/319KRWiJfGpMbFBLTp6E8P YouTube page for Resting Easy with Chris and Breezy https://www.youtube.com/@RECB   Intro/Outro Music by Mixla Beats Productions https://www.mixlaproduction.com

Chris Rose joins 92.3 The Fan to discuss the Cavaliers' playoff run and the Guardians' pitching strength. He also explains why he isn't concerned about Myles Garrett's absence from voluntary workouts and previews his role in the American Gladiators reboot.

Chris Rose joins the broadcast to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers' postseason run and his experience hosting the American Gladiators reboot on Prime Video. Ken Carman and Anthony Lima dive into a heated debate regarding Cleveland fans' refusal to wear giveaway shirts at home games. They also address concerns over the Guardians' pitching rotation and Myles Garrett's absence from voluntary workouts. 01:46 - Chris Rose Interview 05:16 - Guardians Pitching Analysis 09:14 - Myles Garrett Workout Status 11:11 - American Gladiators Reboot 14:52 - Cavs Playoff Shirt Controversy

In the second hour of the show Dave starts with Threefer Madness, talks with Chris Rose and Steele about the new American Gladiators, and NFL.

Bill Frost (BillFrost.tv, BillFrost.substack.com, X96 Radio From Hell) and Tommy Milagro (SlamWrestling.net) talk Cheech & Chong's Last Movie, Slip, Hulk Hogan: Real American, This is a Gardening Show, Half Man, Running Point, Stranger Things: Tales From ‘85, Apex, Nikki Glaser: Good Girl, Bob's Burgers, R.I.P. Law & Order: Organized Crime, Rasslin' News, Ted, The Audacity, The Boys, Invincible, Euphoria, American Gladiators, and more.Drinking: Vodka cocktails made with Most Wanted Series Vodka from OFFICIAL TV Tan sponsor Outlaw Distillery.Yell at us (or order a TV Tan T-shirt) @TVTanPodcast on Threads, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, or Gmail.Rate us and comment: Substack, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, YouTube, Amazon Podcasts, Audible, TuneIn Radio, etc. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tvtanpodcast.substack.com

Cheddar Fries; Cars into Buildings update; Line Jumping at Lowe's; American Gladiators reboot; Shannon Elizabeth on OnlyFans; Titantic Ghosts; Would want a car with a toilet?; Lego Larceny; Endless Shrimp returns; Celebrity Slammer and Alfalfa Actor.

Top Gun 3 has been greenlit, and J-Si is excited for American Gladiators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Top Gun 3 has been greenlit, and J-Si is excited for American Gladiators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bill Frost (BillFrost.tv, BillFrost.substack.com, X96 Radio From Hell) and Tommy Milagro (SlamWrestling.net) talk The Heartbreak Kid: Becoming Shawn Michaels, The Dark Wizard, SkyKing, Margo's Got Money Troubles, Balls Up, Beef, The Pitt, Dust Bunny, American Gladiators 2.0, Bill's Movie Korner: The Housemaid, WWE WrestleMania 42, Rasslin' News, Dexter: Resurrection, Alien: Earth, Hacks, The Boys, Invincible, 4/20 shows, and more.Drinking: Sir-Veza Mexican Lager from OFFICIAL TV Tan sponsor Bohemian Brewery.Yell at us (or order a TV Tan T-shirt) @TVTanPodcast on Threads, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, or Gmail.Rate us and comment: Substack, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, YouTube, Amazon Podcasts, Audible, TuneIn Radio, etc. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit tvtanpodcast.substack.com

Ricochet's comment on Twitter this week was horrible enough, and I've got a lot to say about it, but the saddest tweet I've EVER covered in the history of the podcast was owned by someone else.  I'll tell you who... plus thoughts on the death of Dennis Condrey, half of one of the all-time greatest tag teams, as well as the death of Chuck Norris... Dennis Rodman's induction into the WWE Hall of Fame... Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi shine while Roman Reigns and CM Punk DISAPPOINT... pitching an idea for Gunther for WrestleMania 42... how WWE Unreal has changed the way LA Knight conducts his business backstage... details on Tony Khan BIDDING to acquire WWE in 2023 and why this would have been a TERRIBLE thing... more on Ronda Rousey's AEW appearance and Toni Storm's sudden DIS-appearance... Ted DiBiase, Jr. acquitted of all charges against him... why Rick Martel belongs in the Hall of Fame... the return of American Gladiators... and HOLY S$%&, Scream 7 was terrible!Support my sponsors this week by using the links below!MINT MOBILE ▶ Get your 3-month UNLIMITED wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at http://www.mintmobile.com/solomonster right now!WIX HARMONY ▶ The NEW WAY to create websites!  Try it FREE at http://www.wix.com/harmony***Follow Solomonster on X (formerly Twitter) for news and opinion:http://x.com/solomonsterSubscribe to the Solomonster Sounds Off on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSolomonster?sub_confirmation=1Become a Solomonster Sounds Off Channel Member:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jcg7mk93fGNqWPMfl_Aig/join

Domonique and Charlie dive into the mailbag, tackling your thought-provoking questions: Are we watching the decline of the Mahomes–Allen–Lamar–Burrow era? Which DB is a must-watch in the NFL? Which current athlete could dominate multiple sports? How should the Pro Bowl be fixed—American Gladiator style or hoops? And does it sting that Charlie is no longer called the Vanilla Snack? 0:00 Welcome to The Domonique Foxworth Show 0:29 Mailbag: Should pros be able to return to amateur status? 9:04 How would you fix the Pro Bowl: American Gladiator style or hoops? 11:42 Are we watching the decline of the Mahomes–Allen–Lamar–Burrow era? 15:23 Which DB is currently your favorite to watch in the NFL? 18:20 Is there a trend that could define the league for years to come? 21:45 If you could go back to age 25, which organization would you choose?  Which organization would best set you up for success as president/GM? 25:11 Which former teammate, in their prime, would thrive most in the 2026 NFL? 30:21 Do you ever wonder what your career would've been on offense? 31:52 Will we ever see another true two-way player in the NFL? 34:00 Does it hurt that you're no longer called the Vanilla Snack? 36:32 Which current athlete could dominate multiple sports? 38:38 Which league would you pick to play a random sport? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Titan O'Hearn has been on the cover of hundreds of magazines and romance novels. He was "Thor" on American Gladiators, and almost became a WWE pro-wrestler. He won California Power Lifting four times, and calls Arnold Schwarzenegger and Bruce Lee his personal idols.You'll hear how Mike got started in the body building business, why he liked the original Gladiators better than the "new" version, what made TV's Battle Dome so brutal, why he loved fighting for the camera, and what's with all the baseball shirts. He's also giving up trade secrets on fitness, lifting, and nutrition!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.