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WWE Wrestlepalooza marks the company's debut on ESPN with John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar main eventing a card loaded with major stars. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Wrestlepalooza ultimate preview [47:20] breaking down all five matches with predictions. Will Cena beat Lesnar in his retirement run? What should we expect as AJ Lee returns alongside CM Punk against Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins? Will Rhea Ripley or Asuka factor into IYO SKY vs. Stephanie Vaquer? Why was Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre rushed onto the show? Are The Usos doomed to fall to The Vision? "The Silver King" opens with WWE news [3:30], including Andrade's surprising release and overviews of Raw and SmackDown before The Main Event [11:40] covers how to watch WWE Wrestlepalooza and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [19:45] tackles Bayley's new gimmick, Nia Jax hanging around Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill, Sami Zayn vs. Rey Fenix, Dragon Lee getting to shine and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
Chris Vannini of The Athletic joins Johnny and Greg to discuss just how much of a blow Boise State's loss was to South Florida in the G5 CFP race with the American Conference off to a good start. Plus, is the Mountain West even the second-best conference in the Group of Five?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Johnny and Greg get you over the hump and look ahead to Taylen Green and Malachi Nelson both playing ranked opponents this weekend. Bob talks with Leon Rice in Bronco Focus as the 2025-26 Mountain West conference schedule has been finalized. Johnny and Greg also re-draft the 2024 NFL QB class after JJ McCarthy is named the NFC's Offensive Player of the Week and they get the opinion of CFB writer Chris Vannini at The Athletic on what's going on with The American, Mountain West and Sun Belt in the G5 CFP race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Vannini of The Athletic joins Johnny and Greg to discuss just how much of a blow Boise State's loss was to South Florida in the G5 CFP race with the American Conference off to a good start. Plus, is the Mountain West even the second-best conference in the Group of Five?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Johnny and Greg get you over the hump and look ahead to Taylen Green and Malachi Nelson both playing ranked opponents this weekend. Bob talks with Leon Rice in Bronco Focus as the 2025-26 Mountain West conference schedule has been finalized. Johnny and Greg also re-draft the 2024 NFL QB class after JJ McCarthy is named the NFC's Offensive Player of the Week and they get the opinion of CFB writer Chris Vannini at The Athletic on what's going on with The American, Mountain West and Sun Belt in the G5 CFP race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chris Vannini of The Athletic joins Johnny and Greg to discuss just how much of a blow Boise State's loss was to South Florida in the G5 CFP race with the American Conference off to a good start. Plus, is the Mountain West even the second-best conference in the Group of Five?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Johnny and Greg get you over the hump and look ahead to Taylen Green and Malachi Nelson both playing ranked opponents this weekend. Bob talks with Leon Rice in Bronco Focus as the 2025-26 Mountain West conference schedule has been finalized. Johnny and Greg also re-draft the 2024 NFL QB class after JJ McCarthy is named the NFC's Offensive Player of the Week and they get the opinion of CFB writer Chris Vannini at The Athletic on what's going on with The American, Mountain West and Sun Belt in the G5 CFP race.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The long-awaited return of AJ Lee takes center stage as WWE Wrestlepalooza and the ESPN debut near. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini cover AJ's incredible appearance in Chicago to open The Main Event [25:40] as Becky Lynch, CM Punk and Seth Rollins have created an intriguing storyline that captivates through emotion and shared history. The guys also discuss John Cena's final SmackDown appearance, the Sami Zayn match and the unnecessary nature of Brock Lesnar's return. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:06:00], including Jey Uso's growing ego, The Usos reforming, LA Knight's positioning, Stephanie Vaquer's status, IYO SKY and Asuka as primary players, plans for Rhea Ripley and Nikki Bella, Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre on TV, AJ Styles' work-shoot promo, optimism for Bayley, pessimism for Giulia and much more. Plus, the guys discuss unnecessary controversy involving Nikki, Ronda Rousey and Wade Barrett [4:10] before breaking down WWE Wrestlepalooza and Worlds Collide [1:51:50]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
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No time was wasted building for WWE Wrestlepalooza with an incredible Monday Night Raw in Paris standing as one of the best TV episodes of the year. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a brief second look at WWE Clash in Paris [3:25] before tackling The Main Event [19:55] where Becky Lynch firmly put CM Punk in his place, AJ Lee's return got teased, Seth Rollins stayed uncommonly silent and a beatdown by Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed led to the potential reformation of The Usos after a Jey Uso & LA Knight team up. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then cover The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [56:00], including Dominik Mysterio beating AJ Styles in France, Sami Zayn taking the United States championship off Solo Sikoa, IYO SKY remaining the centerpiece of an extended storyline with Asuka and Rhea Ripley, Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre leaving something to be desired, SmackDown struggling creatively and Rusev boasting in his follow up to beating Sheamus. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
WWE Clash in Paris delivered a shocking finish and mix of matches that overdelivered and underdelivered with WWE Wrestlepalooza looming. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini grabbed their mics after the show for a break down of WWE Clash in Paris results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" tackle Seth Rollins going at it alone against CM Punk, LA Knight and Jey Uso; John Cena vs. Logan Paul exceeding every expectation; Roman Reigns and Bronson Reed opening with a banger; Becky Lynch battling with Nikki Bella; Sheamus and Rusev slapping meat; and the Wyatt Sicks doing their best to split up the Street Profits. With Brock Lesnar looming and sudden questions about AJ Lee, the guys have plenty to discuss immediately after WWE Clash in Paris. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
WWE Clash in Paris features a star-studded match card with John Cena and Roman Reigns headlining. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Clash in Paris ultimate preview [1:41:30] breaking down five matches. Does Bronson Reed have a shot? Might Brock Lesnar show up? Will CM Punk, LA Knight or Jey Uso emerge over Seth Rollins? Is Becky Lynch a no-brainer over Nikki Bella? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with The Main Event [13:05] focused on Cena's feud with Logan Paul, Drew McIntyre's reemergence, Cody Rhodes' absence and Randy Orton's return before tackling The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [37:52], including a lack of answers for Stephanie Vaquer, Asuka's issues with IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley, Piper Niven beating Charlotte Flair, Dominik Mysterio vs. AJ Styles not being booked for the PLE, voices in Bayley's head and plans for Penta, Rey Fenix & Andrade. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
Just under two weeks from WWE Clash in Paris, the match card is building nicely as WWE remains hellbent on adding events to its end-of-year calendar. Host Adam Silverstein opens with a breakdown of what's ahead for WWE [2:45] and a review of AAA TripleMania XXXIII [7:05] before co-host Chris Vannini joins to hit a triple Main Event [26:05] focused on Naomi's pregnancy announcement and the future of the WWE Women's World Championship, Roman Reigns' latest return to save Jey Uso from Seth Rollins and The Vision, and whether Drew McIntyre's elevation back into the main event against Cody Rhodes is permanent or temporary. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then cover The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:04:50], including Rhea Ripley and Asuka arguing over IYO SKY, Bayley's continued breakdown, anticipation for Becky Lynch vs. Nikki Bella, the creatively bankrupt SmackDown women's division and Sami Zayn returning to the Bloodline vortex. Plus: CM Punk, LA Knight, Carmelo Hayes, the Street Profits, R-Truth and much more! Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
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Michigan receives its penalties from the sign-stealing investigation, The Athletic's Chris Vannini reports on a slew of notable departures from New Mexico and more.We would love to know what you think of the show and you can let us know on social media @D1ticker.If you are not subscribed to D1.ticker, you can and should subscribe at www.d1ticker.com/.
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The 2025 WWE Clash in Paris card continues to strengthen even as WWE TV flattens. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with The Main Event [39:30] exploring the John Cena vs. Logan Paul booking, Drew McIntyre and LA Knight being elevated back into the main event, how Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins are running as new champions, and what's ahead for CM Punk, Jey Uso, Roman Reigns, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:21:35], including IYO SKY as the main character of Monday Night Raw, plans for Rhea Ripley, Bayley's character change, progression for Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss, regression for Sami Zayn, Solo Sikoa and MFT failing to inspire, plus much more. Adam kicks off the show with WWE news [4:10] on Karrion Kross and Naomi before closing with a AAA TripleMania XXXIII preview [2:05:20] featuring Dominik Mysterio, Judgment Day and more in Mexico. Follow @GettingOverCast on Twitter, Bluesky and YouTube.
WWE SummerSlam 2025 has arrived with a loaded match card for the first two-night edition of WWE's summer showcase. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE SummerSlam ultimate preview [41:20] breaking down every match across Night 1 and Night 2 [1:41:20] with predictions and analysis. Will Cody Rhodes end heel John Cena and win the title, and should The Rock surprise? Who will emerge from GUNTHER vs. CM Punk, and is Seth Rollins actually injured? Will Naomi vs. IYO SKY vs. Rhea Ripley live up to its lofty expectations? Are Jade Cargill and the Alexa Bliss & Charlotte Flair team shoe-ins? Did Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul win the guys over? Plus, Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria, the return of TLC and superstars missing in action. “The Silver King” opens with a brief discussion of "WWE Unreal" along with the latest news [2:50] before The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [21:55] tackles the go-home build across Raw and SmackDown. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast), Bluesky (@GettingOver) & YouTube (@GettingOverCast).
Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open the show remembering Hulk Hogan, who died at age 71. The guys discuss Hogan's impact in professional wrestling and American popular culture, controversies that surrounded him in late in life and Hulkamania from the 1980s to today. "The Silver King" breaks down the latest across NXT and AEW after a pit stop analyzing TNA Slammiversary 2025 [34:35], which saw Trick Williams retain and Jacy Jayne win titles while AJ Styles returned to the brand and The Hardys made history. Adam continues by tackling NXT [49:40] where The Undertaker chokeslammed Trick, Blake Monroe and Jordynne Grace got hot, Je'Von Evans began a title chase and Ethan Page stole the show. The episode wraps with a dive into AEW [1:10:20], which saw Hangman Page challenge Jon Moxley for a rematch, Athena get the best of Toni Storm, MJF develop angst with Hurt Syndicate and Will Ospreay become emotional about an injury sidelining him ... for one month. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast), Bluesky (@GettingOver) & YouTube (@GettingOverCast).
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Roman Reigns and John Cena both returned to WWE TV, though it was the women who stood out building the 2025 WWE SummerSlam card. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with The Main Event [12:40] covering Cena's attempt at gaslighting Cody Rhodes, the street fight stipulation for their match, Reigns confronting Paul Heyman and Jey Uso's role in the expected feud. The guys also break off a conversation about Goldberg's sour grapes over his retirement and expectations for "WWE Unreal." The Silver King then breaks down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [58:00] from Monday Night Raw and SmackDown, including GUNTHER besting CM Punk on the mic, Naomi instigating IYO SKY and Stephanie Vaquer with Rhea Ripley saving, Becky Lynch costing Lyra Valkyria & Bayley, convoluted women's tag team title booking, Dominik Mysterio vs. AJ Styles advancing and what's next for LA Knight, Penta and Austin Theory. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast), Bluesky (@GettingOver) & YouTube (@GettingOverCast).
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In this hour of VSiN PrimeTime, Tim Murray and Will Hill recap their Home Run Derby bad beats and preview tonight's MLB All-Star Game. VSiN Managing Editor Adam Burke joins the show to share his thoughts on the upcoming NFL season. Plus, Chris Vannini from The Athletic joins the show to preview the 2025 College Football season.
The build for WWE SummerSlam 2025 got off to a hot start on Monday Night Raw with Roman Reigns' return to save CM Punk and Jey Uso ending the show with a bang. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a second look at WWE Evolution [5:40] before diving into The Main Event [39:40] looking at Bron Breakker dominating a gauntlet match to determine GUNTHER's No. 1 contender. The guys discuss the legitimacy of Seth Rollins' injury, how plans may change and what's ahead for Reigns. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:04:10] led by Naomi vs. IYO SKY vs. Rhea Ripley, Becky Lynch vs. Lyra Valkyria and Randy Orton & Jelly Roll vs. Drew McIntyre & Logan Paul getting booked for SummerSlam. Adam also covers the Wyatt Sicks beating the Street Profits, Nikki Bella teaming with Stephanie Vaquer and whether R-Truth may get involved in John Cena vs. Cody Rhodes. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
AEW All In: Texas delivered a tremendous trio of main events in Jon Moxley vs. Hangman Page headlining. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene after the show to break down 2025 AEW All In: Texas results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" discuss the Swerve Strickland coming to Hangman's aid, the returns of Darby Allin and Bryan Danielson, Toni Storm and Mercedes Mone delivering the match of the night, Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada leaving something to be desired, concerns about Adam Cole's condition, Will Ospreay helping end the Young Bucks' reign as EVPs, MJF and Athena emerging from the Casino Gauntlet matches, Adam Copeland confronting Christian Cage, Dustin Rhodes making a surprising impact and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event featured Goldberg's retirement against GUNTHER and a potentially devastating injury to Seth Rollins, while NXT Great American Bash overdelivered to expectation. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down all the results in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" start with WWE Saturday Night's Main Event [3:00] discussing Goldberg exceeding expectations, fallout from Rollins' knee buckling, Bianca Belair returning during a Jade Cargill and Naomi brawl, Jelly Roll and Logan Paul getting involved with Randy Orton vs. Drew McIntyre and much more. Adam then tackles NXT Great American Bash [37:30], including Ethan Page and Ricky Saints delivering one of the day's best matches, Jordynne Grace & Blake Monroe vs. Jacy Jayne & Fallon Henley, Trick Williams getting leveled by Joe Hendry and Mike Santana, plus Je'Von Evans and Sol Ruca flashing in victories. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
AEW All In: Texas 2025 features a loaded card headlined by a trio of legitimate main events. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature AEW All In: Texas ultimate preview breaking down the match card. Is Hangman Page poised to defeat Jon Moxley again in a Texas Death Match an free the AEW title? Who makes more sense to emerge from Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Mone? Will Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada live up to the hype? Are MJF and Kris Statlander obvious favorites for the Casino Gauntlet matches? How could AEW book Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay being out of the title picture for a year? Might Darby Allin, Sting, Bryan Danielson and/or Jay White make surprise returns? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" discuss all of that and much more ahead of AEW's biggest show of the year. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Evolution 2025 and NXT Great American Bash 2025 appear set to make headlines bookending a three-show weekend. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with an extended retrospective look at the original WWE Evolution from 2018 [4:05] before delivering Getting Over's signature ultimate preview breaking down the card with predictions [47:55]. Will Rhea Ripley finally beat IYO SKY? Is Becky Lynch set to retain over Bayley and Lyra Valkyria? Are other legends going to join Trish Stratus and Nikki Bella on the show? What's next for Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss plus Asuka & Kairi Sane reforming the Kabuki Warriors? "The Silver King" then breaks down the entire week in NXT [1:33:05] before tackling a second ultimate preview covering the WWE Great American Bash card with predictions [1:43:30] for Oba Femi vs. Yoshiki Inamura, Ethan Page vs. Ricky Saints and the first of two matches that could lead to a major weekend for Jordynne Grace. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event is back just three weeks before WWE SummerSlam 2025 with GUNTHER vs. Goldberg headlining. Host Adam Silverstein opens discussing the latest WWE news [5:05] before attacking The Main Event [12:05] as Seth Rollins' vision comes into focus with Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed getting necessary focus on Monday Night Raw. "The Silver King" then tackles The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [30:30], including Drew McIntyre's return, Cody Rhodes' positioning, Tiffany Stratton's messy segment with Trish Stratus and Jade Cargill, Charlotte Flair teaming with Alexa Bliss, Asuka and Kairi Sane reuniting, Judgment Day bringing hilarity and much more. Co-host Chris Vannini joins for an ultimate preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event from Atlanta with predictions for the four-match card [54:45]. The guys break down Goldberg's retirement storyline and whether babyfaces LA Knight and Randy Orton should win their respective matches. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOVerCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
Booking both WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and WWE Evolution simultaneously with WWE SummerSlam 2025 on the horizon has led to a serious creative quandary. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a brief second look at WWE Night of Champions [4:40] before tackling some WWE news [24:40], including what's ahead for Roman Reigns and WWE Survivor Series 2025. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then dive into The Main Event [34:20] covering the booking of another Rhea Ripley title match and what it means for IYO SKY's championship reign, Bayley and Lyra Valkyria thriving while awaiting Becky Lynch, GUNTHER standing out on the mic and Seth Rollins being attacked by both CM Punk and LA Knight. The guys then break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:10:40], including Tiffany Stratton's title run, Judgment Day and Giulia thriving while winning championships, Chad Gable's injury write off and much more. Plus, The Last Word [1:54:00] on WWE production and peanut butter & jelly sandwiches. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Night of Champions 2025 featured a star-studded main event rivalry showdown between John Cena and CM Punk with King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring both on the line. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini jumped on the mic immediately after the show to break down WWE Night of Champions results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. After an extended opening discussing Punk's apology, "The Silver King" and "Vintage" cover interference from Seth Rollins in the main event; whether Cody Rhodes and Jade Cargill won crowns, respectively, over Randy Orton and Asuka as expected; Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez in a street fight; Hikuleo debuting and Tonga Loa returning during Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa; what's next for Karrion Kross after facing Sami Zayn; and early booking plans for WWE SummerSlam 2025. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Night of Champions 2025 has arrived shrouded in controversy as John Cena vs. CM Punk headlines a Saudi Arabia show amid a Middle East conflict. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Night of Champions ultimate preview [1:57:35] breaking down all six matches. Are Cody Rhodes (vs. Randy Orton in King of the Ring) and Jade Cargill (vs. Asuka in Queen of the Ring) obvious winners ahead of WWE SummerSlam? Will the Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez street fight live up to expectations? Why are only two titles being defended? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with WWE news [6:20] before covering The Main Event [26:00] where Cena's troll pipe bomb of Punk stood as a signature moment. The guys then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [56:20], including early thoughts on Seth Rollins' faction, the four semifinal matches, Becky Lynch vs. Bayley ending in a disqualification, plans for Judgment Day after Liv Morgan's injury and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Night of Champions 2025, WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and WWE Evolution cards are being built concurrently on TV with John Cena vs. CM Punk leading the way. Host Adam Silverstein opens with a brief look at the latest WWE news [2:05] before co-host Chris Vannini joins for The Main Event [17:30] covering Punk's attempted take down on of Cena and hypocrisy for wrestling at Blood Money in the Sand. The guys also discuss Cody Rhodes' candidacy to dethrone Cena, LA Knight's increased role with Seth Rollins, Goldberg returning to fight GUNTHER for the title, and the King of the Ring semifinals involving Sami Zayn and Jey Uso. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:14:05], including Liv Morgan's untimely injury, Asuka's return, Becky Lynch vs. Bayley, the Queen of the Ring semifinals and the Wyatt Sicks ruining the burgeoning SmackDown tag team division. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
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WWE Night of Champions 2025 immediately moved into focus with John Cena vs. CM Punk for the WWE Championship serving as a controversial main event for the show. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open their milestone 750th episode with a second look at WWE Money in the Bank 2025 [9:40], including reaction to the return of R-Truth. The guys then go over a variety of WWE news items [29:25] before attacking The Main Event [48:00] where they dive into Cena vs. Punk occurring in Saudi Arabia, GUNTHER regaining the World Heavyweight Championship from Jey Uso, Seth Rollins not yet cashing in his briefcase and Ron Killings making his WWE debut. "Vintage" next pays off his losing wager [1:19:50] before he joins "The Silver King" to break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:32:30] featuring King of the Ring and Queen of the Ring beginning with Sami Zayn and Roxanne Perez advancing, Liv Morgan confronting a returning Nikki Bella, Bayley attacking Becky Lynch, Asuka's long-awaited return getting spoiled and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) and Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Money in the Bank 2025 featured a headline-making main event and two briefcase holders being elevated, while WWE x AAA Worlds Collide set a new course for lucha libre. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini jumped on the mic immediately after the shows to break down WWE Money in the Bank results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review [5:10]. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" discuss Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso vs. John Cena & Logan Paul, whether R-Truth's surprising return as Ron Killings was reality or a work, the Seth Rollins vs. LA Knight decision, how Naomi fared against the likes of Rhea Ripley and Stephanie Vaquer, Jacob Fatu turning on Solo Sikoa, plus Lyra Valkyria vs. Becky Lynch delivering. Adam also breaks down Worlds Collide results with grades [1:27:45] covering El Hijo del Vikingo vs. Chad Gable exploding in the main event, Mr. Iguana quickly becoming a star, Legado del Fantasma leveling up, Ethan Page hanging with Rey Fenix and Je'Von Evans, plus much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Money in the Bank 2025 has arrived with a short match card headlined by two briefcases being up for grabs in Los Angeles. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Money in the Bank ultimate preview [1:52:20] breaking down all four matches. Will Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso or John Cena & Logan Paul emerge from the main event? Is Becky Lynch poised to beat Lyra Valkyria? Does men's Money in the Bank come down to Seth Rollins and LA Knight, or might Penta sneak out a win? Do Stephanie Vaquer and Roxanne Perez have a chance in women's Money in the Bank, or will either Rhea Ripley or Naomi come out on top? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with WWE news [8:30] on the release of R-Truth and negativity around WWE before covering The Main Event [37:50] where CM Punk and Sami Zayn struggle against Rollins' crew. The guys also dive into The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [58:30] on the return of Bianca Belair, the booking of Carmelo Hayes, plus Finn Balor and Kairi Sane actually winning matches. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
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WWE Money in the Bank 2025 is barreling down the road with matches and qualifiers being ironed out on TV. Host Adam Silverstein & co-host Chris Vannini cover a bevy WWE news [6:35], including WrestleMania 42 being pulled from New Orleans and a breakneck schedule that is driving the guys crazy. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into The Main Event [29:05] as Seth Rollins welcomes Bronson Reed to the fold, Jey Uso stays repetitive with GUNTHER, Karrion Kross instigates Sami Zayn and CM Punk saves at the conclusion of Monday Night Raw for the third straight week. The guys then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [47:35], including Liv Morgan rejoining Judgment Day, the Wyatt Sicks returning to TV, Tiffany Stratton getting the best of Alexa Bliss and Charlotte Flair, Lyra Valkyria holding her own with Becky Lynch, Solo Sikoa continuing to grow his character, possible shifts for Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley, and much more including Money in the Bank qualifiers being won by Giulia, LA Knight and Penta. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event 2025 from Tampa delivered two major returns, a world championship match and significant storytelling for WWE Money in the Bank 2025. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini jumped on the mic immediately after the show to break down WWE Saturday Night's Main Event results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" discuss Cody Rhodes returning to get Jey Uso's back against John Cena and Logan Paul, R-Truth delivering in his role, Bronson Reed surprising alongside Seth Rollins & Bron Breakker against CM Punk & Sami Zayn, the booking of Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest inside a steel cage, Zelina Vega vs. Chelsea Green, Jesse "The Body" Ventura on commentary and much more. The guys also analyze what to expect over the next few months in WWE. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Saturday Night's Main Event is back just two weeks before WWE Money in the Bank 2025. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open discussing the latest WWE news [5:35] before attacking The Main Event [17:30], an ultimate preview of WWE Saturday Night's Main Event from Tampa with predictions for the four-match card. The guys discuss Jey Uso fighting a war on three fronts against Logan Paul, GUNTHER and Seth Rollins; CM Punk and Sami Zayn teaming up; Damian Priest and Drew McIntyre rematching in a steel cage; and John Cena battling R-Truth. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:05:25], including a Tiffany Stratton vs. Nia Jax banger, Kairi Sane's return, Zoey Stark's injury, Roxanne Perez and Giulia being separated, plus Alexa Bliss, Rhea Ripley and Solo Sikoa qualifying for Money in the Bank. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOVerCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
With Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes absent, is WWE experiencing a post-WrestleMania 41 lull? Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini dive into the fallout from WWE Backlash 2025 [8:45] and the latest WWE news [19:00] before exploring that topic in The Main Event [27:45]. The guys discuss Sami Zayn standing in for Reigns teaming with CM Punk against Seth Rollins and Bron Breakker, Reigns' lacking presence affecting the main storyline on Monday Night Raw and Jey Uso preparing for Logan Paul and GUNTHER simultaneously. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [47:40], including whether IYO SKY & Rhea Ripley beating Roxanne Perez & Giulia was the right call, Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair separately adjusting their gimmicks, Alexa Bliss returning on SmackDown, and lacking development for the Street Profits, Fraxiom, Karrion Kross and other superstars. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
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WWE Backlash 2025 featured John Cena vs. Randy Orton for one last time in the main event as part of a match card that largely overdelivered. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini jumped on the mic immediately after the show to break down WWE Backlash results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis review. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" discuss the rollercoaster Cena-Orton finish concluding a match that exceeded expectations, the involvement of R-Truth, Lyra Valkyria and Becky Lynch putting on the match of the night, GUNTHER dominating Pat McAfee, Dominik Mysterio's first title defense against Penta and Jeff Cobb debuting to aid Jacob Fatu against Drew McIntyre, LA Knight and Damian Priest. The guys also break down what to expect for WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, the next of many special events over the new couple of months. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).
WWE Backlash 2025 has suddenly arrived with a unique match card headlined by John Cena vs. Randy Orton for one last time. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Backlash ultimate preview [1:32:30] breaking down all five matches. Will Cena's heel run get a lift from Orton in St. Louis? Is GUNTHER going to squash Pat McAfee? Should Becky Lynch beat Lyra Valkyria with Bayley waiting in the wings? Are Dominik Mysterio (vs. Penta) or Jacob Fatu (vs. LA Knight, Drew McIntyre and Damian Priest) going to lose after claiming their first championships? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with WWE news [2:00] and The Main Event [23:20] diving into an unexpected Jey Uso vs. Seth Rollins title match interrupted by CM Punk. The guys also cover The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [53:10] featuring IYO SKY, Roxanne Perez, Tiffany Stratton, Jade Cargill, Aleister Black, Fraxiom, Penta, Austin Theory, Rusev and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).