Podcast appearances and mentions of Dave Meltzer

Kris and David are back to discuss the week-plus that was December 17-24, 2000. Topics of discussion include:Raw and Smackdown featuring a TON of Vince McMahon soap opera with neither show having much wrestling of note, all while ratings are declining.The Rock and The Undertaker becoming WWF Tag Team hampions for a one day title change that nobody remembers.Road Dogg being extremely thin ice due to his personal issues.New Japan and all of their political issues with both Shinya Hashimoto and Motoko Baba.NOAH having its best match to date in the form of Jun Akiyama vs. Kenta Kobashi at Ariake Colosseum.Just how “Bangable” was Survival Tobita?The greatness of Toryumon.Kazushi Sakuraba vs. Ryan Gracie headlining a newsworthy PRIDE card.Akira Maeda attacking a female RINGS employee.The final ECW Arena show for ECW.Dave Meltzer talking about the future of “The Prototype” John Cena in UPW.A completely insane WCW section featuring the final Starrcade, DDP and Scott Steiner getting into a backstage fight, Kevin Nash being political as hell, and some wacky clips.This was a tremendous show, so we hope you enjoy it. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:02:44 Int'l: NJPW, NOAH, BattlARTS, Survival Tobita, Toryumon, PRIDE, Tokyo Sports Awards, AJW, Arsion, GAEA, NEO Ladies,CMLL, IWRG, Neza, Tijuana,& Puerto Rico2:15:57 Classic Commercial Break2:21:51 Halftime with Mark Wolf tribute3:00:28 Other USA: ECW, NWA Wildside, NWA Worldwide, Memphis Power Pro, UPW, & UrbanWA3:37:09 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Bryan and Tom break down NXT with a controversial finish.

Bryan loses his mind recapping Monday Night Raw (and Lance recaps things calmly).

John Cena has wrestled his last match... ever.  The Saturday Night's Main Event broadcast brought in some respectable numbers, some big name guests, and a LOT of money to WWE.  The forever long debate begins as to whether or not it was the "right" way to finish off his historic career.  We dive into that a bit with your feedback, and The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer also offers his thoughts. Also this week, meet Kate Kroll - known to wrestling fans as "Calamity Kate", the established pro-wrestler is also the driving force behind "LUNATIC: The Luna Vachon Story".  The documentary has seen some screentime at festivals in Canada and around the world, but will be making its broadcast debut this Tuesday, December 16 on "Hollywood Suite" - hollywoodsuite.ca Hear a little from Kate about how this film came to be, and Associate Producer, Greg Oliver, who helped bring the stories together using his vast connections and experience.  These interview hilights come from a full conversation that will post this week on the podcast feed. Thank you for listening, subscribing and sharing.  Find more about our shows at celebratewrestling.com  

Bryan and Tom recap John Cena's last match (and Tom takes the lead for cursing on the air).

Visit our website ➡️➡️➡️ https://www.majesticproduction.com/Folks, let me tell you—this was a HUGE episode. One of the biggest. People are saying it. On this edition of Make Pro Wrestling Majestic Again, we break down WWE Saturday Night's Main Event 2025, and believe me, it was something very special… and in some cases, very questionable. Tremendous highs, some real losers too. We cover it ALL.We talked about the pro wrestling drama, and wow—so much drama. Tigerhite finally responds to the so-called “controversy” about Jay Briscoe, and frankly, he was right. The truth hurts, folks. Dax Harwood absolutely torches a friendship with Matt Hardy because Matt dared to call Dave Meltzer a moron—SAD! Friendships destroyed over Meltzer. You can't make this stuff up. And that's just the beginning.Then we got into the pro wrestling news, the REAL news. Kevin Owens and Natalya stepping up as new coaches for WWE LFG next season—strong move, very strong. TKO signs a massive sponsorship deal across ALL TKO brands, first of its kind, historic, really. Leon Slater gets pulled from an indie booking just for wrestling on Saturday Night's Main Event—unbelievable, but very telling. Many such cases.We broke down the good and the bad of Saturday Night's Main Event 2025: My Last Time Is Now. The card was STACKED:Cody Rhodes vs. Oba FemiBayley vs. Sol RucaJe'Von Evans & Leon Slater vs. AJ Styles & Dragon LeeAND the big one… John Cena vs. Gunther—John Cena's RETIREMENT MATCH. Emotional. Powerful. Iconic. Cena went out like a star. A winner. Total respect.And folks—perhaps the weirdest moment in wrestling history—we watched and reacted to the 2007 Kevin Federline vs. John Cena match. Very strange. Very bad. Honestly, shocking it ever happened.If you love wrestling, hate nonsense, and want the TRUTH with strength and confidence—this episode is a must-listen. Pro wrestling deserves to be majestic again. And we're making it happen.

Bryan and Tom reluctantly recap NXT.

Bryan Alvarez previews Smackdown and John Cena's last match as part of Fun Friday!

Bryan Alvarez recaps AEW Dynamite.

Bryan and Tom reluctantly recap NXT.

Bryan and Lance recap Monday Night Raw.

This week on the Experience, Jim reviews AEW Dynamite, and talks about Netflix buying WBD, Dave Meltzer's defense of Tony Khan, WWE Survivor Series star ratings, heat with Chyna & Triple H, 1981 Indianapolis, Jim's Comics Corner, and much more! Thanks to our episode sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/jce. AURA FRAMES: Exclusive $45 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/JCE or use promo code JCE. RAYCON: Raycon audio products are up to 20% off this holiday season. Go to buyraycon.com/JCEOPEN to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. PRIZEPICKS: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/JCE and use code JCE to get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! @TheJimCornette @GreatBrianLast Join Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/Cornette Subscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornette Visit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more! You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What started as an off-cuff conversation turned into one of the most prolific interviews of the year.  You'll meet Ontario's Sheldon Jean... graduate of the CanAM Wrestling School in Windsor, Ontario.  He's been in TNA, wrestled around the world, is heavily featured in Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling, and continues to make a name for himself in his rising career. In this MOW Independent Spotlight preview, you'll hear how Sheldon came from being a basketball star to finding his home in the ring - plus how a fine line between confidence and arrogance CAN be walked successfully.  This is an interview you won't want to miss. The final days of John Cena's active wrestling career are almost up, as this Saturday he hangs up the boots for good (?) in his final match against Gunther. After comments on a late night talk show, hear why some fans are wondering WHEN EXACTLY Cena's last match will be, and what else to expect that night. Plus, The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer is here to explain the potential futures for TNA Wrestling and AEW as both companies had some major news revolving around their television and streaming carriers this week.  He and Mike also discuss Cena's last match, Austin Theory, and much more in their weekly chat. All that and much more - thank YOU for listening! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com  

Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor recap a busy weekend in wrestling.

We're back from Thanksgiving break and frankly? We had a lot pent up that we needed to get out! From accidentally implying new kinks that make everyone uncomfortable to an expansion of our rich ham-based world, we go into hysterics for many, many very stupid reasons. In between, we talk through a weird, slightly-off episode of Dynamite, make up a few rumors we're hoping make their way back to Dave Meltzer, and are ready to be enchanted by our Third Connie! Join us… if you dare.(00:00) Chitchat Time(11:42) Pod Business & Allie Addresses Her Enemies(22:22) Samoa Joe, Eddie, Hangman(49:08) Women's Tag Tournament(1:00:55) Kris Statlander and Jamie Hayter(1:04:31) Mercedes Mone(1:07:59) Continental Classic and the EliteSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/social-suplex-podcast-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Filthy Tom is solo and recaps AEW Dynamite.

Filthy Tom is solo and recaps AEW Dynamite.

This week on the Drive Thru, Jim reviews WWE Survivor Series 2025! Plus Jim talks about TNA & AMC, Dave Meltzer's AEW Full Gear star ratings, Ric Flair & Hulk Hogan & street drugs, CM Punk's dog Larry, and much more! Thanks to our episode sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/cornette. HELIX: Go to helixsleep.com/jce for 27% Off Sitewide exclusive for listeners of the Jim Cornette Experience! AURA FRAMES: Exclusive $45 off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/JCE or use promo code JCE. RAYCON: Raycon audio products are up to 20% off this holiday season. Go to buyraycon.com/JCEOPEN to save on Raycon audio products sitewide. Send in your question for the Drive-Thru to: CornyDriveThru@gmail.com Follow Jim and Brian on Twitter: @TheJimCornette @GreatBrianLast Merch! https://arcadianvanguard.com/ Join Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/Cornette Subscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornette Visit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more! You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Filthy Tom is solo and recaps AEW Dynamite.

Filthy Tom is solo and recaps AEW Dynamite.

Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm recap the news in wrestling and NXT.

Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor recap Monday Night Raw.

Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor recap NXT.

Support our sponsor this week by using the link below for the exclusive Solomonster offer!MINT MOBILE ▶ Get your 3-month UNLIMITED wireless plan for just 15 bucks a month at http://www.mintmobile.com/solomonster right now!Survivor Series was a huge letdown last night for so many different reasons, let me count all the ways and explain why, including one terrible direction they appear to be taking for WrestleMania.  Plus, they've somehow underwhelmed even MORE with this John Cena "Last Time Is Now" tournament, and why Cena should probably beat Gunther in his final match.  Plus, Dave Meltzer claims WWE has pitched a retirement storyline to Chris Jericho... Andrade speaks out about his WWE noncompete and where things stand... Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch make headlines with a podcast interview... AEW Continental Classic thoughts so far... Ric Flair claims STREET DRUGS are what killed Hulk Hogan... the end of the Monster Factory... dream matches that both exceeded expectations and fell short of them... and the story of the Kevin Nash MTV Spring Break incident.***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

The countdown to our debut on another new radio station is on, but getting us there was what some are saying was a "disappointing" WWE Survivor Series!  We'll talk about the good, the bad, and the WASTED TIME during WWE's latest PLE offering. Also joining the show, author and historian Greg Oliver joins the show to talk about his friend, the legendary pro-wrestling photographer, George Tahinos.  Hear from Greg a little bit about his friend, and why George Tahinos' photos told the stories of some of the most interesting times in recent pro wrestling history. The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer is back with some of the fallout from Survivor Series, including the reports of who the "masked man" was in the Men's War Games match, thoughts on the pacing of the show, and why Dominik truly is the GREATEST of all time... I may have added that last line out of personal opinion ;)  Dave also walks us through some of the historical names that were inducted into the Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame this year.  Hear why names like Gran Hamada, Bobby Bruns, Dorell Dixon and others made the cut, and their contributions to the wrestling world. Plus, YOUR feedback with another rousing edition of "YAY!/BOO!: WWE Survivor Series" with Joe Aguinaldo joining the show! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com      

Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor recap NXT.

On this episode of 83 Weeks, Eric and Conrad unload a jam-packed slate of headlines, controversy, and classic WCW insight. Eric dives into the return of the super cards concept and shares his unfiltered thoughts on Bret Hart's latest barrage of bombastic statements, including what Bret got right—and what he absolutely didn't. The guys also address Dave Meltzer labeling Eric a "grifter," with Bischoff responding the only way he knows how: directly, honestly, and with zero hesitation. Then, the conversation shifts to a deep dive into the creation and evolution of Raven's Flock. Did Eric see the faction as a unique, gritty piece of WCW storytelling? Or was it an idea he'd have rather left on the cutting room floor? Eric sets the record straight with behind-the-scenes insight you won't hear anywhere else. All that plus so much more on this can't-miss, no-holds-barred edition of 83 Weeks with Eric Bischoff. BUTCHER BOX - Get free turkey or ham in their first box, or choose ground beef for life - PLUS $20 off your first order. Go to http://ButcherBox.com/83WEEKS  to choose your offer and get this limited-time deal, with free shipping always. RIDGE - Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code 83WEEKS at https://www.Ridge.com/83WEEKS ! #Ridgepod SIGNOS - Visit http://SIGNOS.com  and get 25% off select plans with code 83WEEKS.  STEVEN SINGER JEWELER - NO ONE DOES REAL DIAMOND JEWELRY BETTER. EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT STEVEN SINGER JEWELERS. ONLINE AT HTTP://IHATESTEVENSINGER.COM . ALWAYS WITH FAST AND FREE SHIPPING. THAT'S IHATESTEVENSINGER.COM  JCW LUNACY -  BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code 83WEEKS -- just pay $5 shipping. TUSHY - Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off Tushy with code 83WEEKS at http://hellotushy.com/83WEEKS  #tushypod THE PERFECT JEAN - F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code 83WEEKS15 at theperfectjean.nyc/83WEEKS15#theperfectjeanpod TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/83WEEKS  ! #trueclassicpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

Bryan Alvarez recaps AEW Dynamite and previews WWE Survivor Series.

Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor recap NXT.

Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm recap Monday Night Raw.

In this episode, the hosts celebrate International Men's Day while diving into the world of wrestling, particularly focusing on NXT War Games 2019. They discuss the controversial title reign of Mike Santana, the significance of the Women's War Games match, and the dynamics of a Triple Threat match featuring Pete Dunne, Damian Priest, and Killian Dain. The conversation also touches on the context of Survivor Series 2019 and the evolution of character development in NXT, highlighting the storytelling aspects that made this era memorable. This conversation delves into the evolution of wrestling, focusing on key figures like Finn Balor, Keith Lee, and the Undisputed Era. The discussion highlights memorable matches, the significance of finishing moves, and the impact of various wrestlers on the NXT brand. The hosts reflect on the dynamics of specific matches, the legacy of Tommaso Ciampa, and the future of NXT as they look ahead to NXT Deadline 2023.Chapters00:00 Introduction and International Men's Day Celebration00:56 Discussion on Mike Santana's Title Reign07:28 NXT Gold Rush and Title Changes12:46 NXT Takeover War Games 2019 Overview18:00 Women's War Games Match Analysis22:37 Injury and Resilience in Wrestling25:16 The Evolution of Women's Wrestling27:52 The Impact of NXT on Wrestlers' Careers29:30 The Significance of the Women's War Games Match35:37 Triple Threat Dynamics and Character Development42:11 The Evolution of Finishing Moves43:57 Finn Balor's Return and Match Dynamics46:07 Riddle vs. Balor: A Clash of Styles47:52 The Impact of Character Development in Wrestling50:52 War Games: The Main Event Build-Up55:22 Team Ciampa vs. Undisputed Era: A War Games Showdown58:46 The Legacy of Roderick Strong and Bobby Fish01:03:47 Keith Lee: The Powerhouse of NXT01:09:18 The Rise and Fall of Keith Lee01:15:39 The Impact of AEW on Wrestler Careers01:20:38 NXT Takeover: A Golden Era in Wrestling01:23:15 Dave Meltzer's Ratings and Wrestling Opinions

Tom Lawlor recaps WWE Smackdown and AEW Full Gear.

Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm recap AEW Dynamite.

Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm recap AEW Dynamite.

Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm recap AEW Dynamite.

Join us for the new episode of “Shootin' The Shiznit.” The “Observing the Observer” series features Brian Tramel & Gene Jackson to talk about the Wrestling Observer. In Episode 1005, they talk about the Hall of Fame issue (November 17, 2025) for the 7th time in STSPOD history. They compare what Dave Meltzer said to their own thoughts. They also each give their own picks that were sent to Meltzer this year ! Check out our LINK OF ALL LINKS to watch the show and listen to our podcasts! https://linktr.ee/STSPOD Do you want these shows as soon as they are recorded? Join Patreon!! Subscribe now ! https://www.patreon.com/shootintheshiznit Vitality Chiropractic in Jonesboro and Newport, Arkansas, is a trusted haven for individuals seeking comprehensive chiropractic care. With a dedicated team of professionals, they prioritize spinal health and overall well-being. If you're looking for personalized and effective chiropractic services, reach out to them at (870) 523-2225 to experience their commitment to enhancing your health and vitality. Meal prep in Northeast Arkansas! 15% Off with our code STSPODCLUB at bare870.com. That's 15% off and use our code STSPODCLUB Go to bare870.com Trust Bare for your meal prep needs in Northeast Arkansas. Eat Better. Live Better. Paypal LINK ! https://py.pl/15aeX0 Link of all links: https://linktr.ee/STSPOD Search “Shooting The Shiznit” to LIKE the STSPOD FB page !! Sponsored by Spunklube is the perfect blend of water and silicone. It is an all purpose personal lubricant that can be used for any occasion. You will love the natural feeling and look of it. It is safe for sensitive skin. Go to spunklube DOT com and tell them shootin the shiznit sent you ! Follow them on Twitter @SpunkLube Have you used the UBER Eats app? If not, you can download it & get $7 off your first order by using this code: eats-briant24790ue Did you love this week's episode?? Was it worth a $1 ? $2? $100?? Donate to STS by using the Cash app and sending $$$$ to: $BTSTS In partnership with Championship Wrestling on CW30! Every Saturday at Noon on YouTube. Follow them on Twitter: @cw30wrestling Do you wanna be a pro wrestler ? Go to championshipwrestlingmemphis.com and apply for classes that start soon !! LIVE MEMPHIS WRESTLING: EVENTS: https://tinyurl.com/Upcoming-Live-Event

Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm recap (well, Bryan rants about) NXT.

Today our time machine takes us back to 1991, a time when pro wrestling was about as low as it could go. Business is horrendous across the board. The WWF is plagued by multiple scandals and WCW is drawing less than 1,000 people to some of its hottest areas. In a November 1991 issue of Dave Meltzer's Wrestling Observer Newsletter, he breaks down all the information one needed to know about pro wrestling and steroids. Plus, an interesting write-up about how WWF was forced to edit the NWA title belt out of its TV shows and what they did about it.

Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor recap Monday Night Raw.

Bryan Alvarez is solo and recapping a busy weekend in Wrestling.

Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor recap NXT.

Thanks to your feedback from last week's episode, we jump a little deeper into the generative AI discussion when it comes to the impact it might - or might not have on pro wrestling's future. The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins the show to talk about a wide variety of subjects including Chris Jericho's latest social media, more title belts in WWE and AEW, Tanahashi's final match and more! Plus, we hear about situations involving released WWE star Ridge Holland, John Cena's final match ticket prices, and which former WWE champion could be bouncing back from recovery? Follow all our shows at celebratewrestling.com or subscribe wherever you get your podcasts!

This week on the Drive Thru, Jim reviews WWE Saturday Night's Main Event & Raw! Plus Jim talks about Tony Khan calling Dave Meltzer, the Top 20 wrestlers in their 20s, a photo of former AEW stars, OVW call-ups, and much more! Also, Jim plays Guess The Program! Thanks to our episode sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/cornette. DRAFTKINGS CASINO: Download the app or go to https://casino.draftkings.com/ and use code CORNETTE at sign-up. HELIX: Go to helixsleep.com/jce for 27% Off Sitewide exclusive for listeners of the Jim Cornette Experience! RAYCON: Go to buyraycon.com/jce to save up to 30% off on Raycon audio products sitewide during Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Send in your question for the Drive-Thru to: CornyDriveThru@gmail.com Follow Jim and Brian on Twitter: @TheJimCornette @GreatBrianLast Merch! https://arcadianvanguard.com/ Join Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/Cornette Subscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornette Visit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more! You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:41 – Discussion of AEW fan signs, merchandise, and Hangman Page's recent notoriety.02:54 – Introduction of AEW's new book and its author “Keg”; first impressions.09:05 – Early history of Tony Khan's wrestling fandom and the book's revisionist approach.11:41 – The book's portrayal of the wrestling landscape, including shots at NWA and other promotions.13:05 – Comparisons to DK encyclopedias and children's books; the book's visual style.14:31 – Excerpts from the book: Tony Khan's early internet wrestling community experiences.23:29 – The real indie wrestling boom, with a critique of the book's selective history.24:22 – TNA's role in wrestling and the broader landscape of promotions.25:10 – AEW's impact on the indies and the book's self-promotional tone.26:38 – The “all-star” mentality of AEW and its approach to talent acquisition.35:14 – The timing of the book's release and the perception of AEW as a “clown show.”37:25 – Satirical comparison: “If Scientology was a wrestling promotion, this would be AEW.”41:40 – Comparison of fast food pricing/business models to wrestling ticket pricing.45:30 – The Hart family, championship collecting, and the credibility of wrestling titles.57:13 – Introduction of AEW's new championship and Tommy Dreamer's reaction.59:13 – Dave Meltzer's response to criticism about the proliferation of wrestling titles.1:02:01 – Jokes about the “Undisputed Continental” title and the absurdity of belt names.1:06:53 – Disney's partnership with DraftKings and the implications for WWE.1:08:25 – WWE's ticket pricing, touring model, and the economics of live events.1:22:34 – Broader challenges in wrestling and the cost of living.1:41:55 – Eva Marie's interview about WWE, performing, and the Ridge Holland scenario.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

WWE's first Saturday Night's Main Event NOT broadcast on NBC saw some slow upticks in numbers, despite some big title changes and big stars.  Is it fatigue? Competing events? The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer is on the show to go through the SNME card, as well as engage in a discussion about AI and pro wrestling. Plus, this week's headlines and more in the 5 count! For more on our shows, please visit celebratewrestling.com   

Welcome back to 4 Sides Of The Ring, the ultimate professional wrestling podcast for fans of WWE, AEW, NXT, NJPW, and everything in between! In this week's episode, Markus, TZK, Chano, and Nitram dive deep into the hottest stories shaking up the wrestling world!

This week on the Experience, Jim reviews AEW Dynamite & WWE Raw highlights! Plus Jim talks about WWE's high ticket prices, Dave Meltzer's WrestleDream star ratings, Marko Stunt's new job, broken femurs, Abdullah The Butcher, and much more! Thanks to our episode sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/jce PRIZEPICKS: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/JCE and use code JCE to get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! SURFSHARK: Go to https://surfshark.com/JCE or use code JCE at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! BRUNT: Get $10 Off at BRUNT with code JCE at https://www.bruntworkwear.com/jce @TheJimCornette @GreatBrianLast Join Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/Cornette Subscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornette Visit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more! You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's wrestling news, including...Mercedes Moné Calls Dave Meltzer A SALTY MARK!Andrade AEW Latest!John Cena Is Still A Massive Draw!An AEW Performance Centre?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AdamWilbourn@AndyHMurray@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support our sponsors this week by using the links below for the exclusive Solomonster offers!EXPRESSVPN ▶ Get an extra FOUR MONTHS FREE of the #1 trusted VPN at http://www.expressvpn.com/solomonsterHIMS ▶ Start your FREE online visit today at http://www.hims.com/SOLOMONSTER for your personalized hair loss treatment options!Just because it's been a slow news week doesn't mean there isn't stuff to talk about, including another epic Mets collapse with a $300 million dollar payroll.  Solomonster previews WWE Crown Jewel with predictions for each of the matches, why the Bloodline still works and the MFTs never will, and a possible Randy Orton heel turn... thoughts on NXT and TNA setting up their teams for their SHOWDOWN this week, a great promo from Mustafa Ali, the latest on a possible TNA TV deal and the effect Nielsen's new ratings measurement system could have on things... Andrade's return to AEW, why he called out Dave Meltzer and why history is already doomed to repeat itself... WrestleKingdom 20 news and it's a plus for New Japan... Braun Strowman wants to be the next JASON VOORHIES... Bad Bunny as the Superbowl halftime performer... how AJ Styles' first year in WWE compares to other great rookie years in the company... and what would a John Cena retirement run look like in AEW?***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

This week on the Drive Thru, Jim reviews reviews WWE Raw & Smackdown! Plus Jim apologizes, and answers YOUR questions about ticket prices for John Cena's last match, Dave Meltzer's star ratings for All Out & Wrestlepalooza, ESPN giving grades to WWE events, Hulk Hogan, Shawn Michaels, Baby Doll, territory merch, booking ideas shot down, and much more! Thanks to our episode sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for your $1 per month trial and start selling today at shopify.com/cornette PRIZEPICKS: Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/JCE and use code JCE to get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Send in your question for the Drive-Thru to: CornyDriveThru@gmail.com Follow Jim and Brian on Twitter: @TheJimCornette @GreatBrianLast Merch! https://arcadianvanguard.com/ Join Jim Cornette's College Of Wrestling Knowledge on Patreon to access the archives & more! https://www.patreon.com/Cornette Subscribe to the Official Jim Cornette channel on YouTube! http://www.youtube.com/c/OfficialJimCornette Visit Jim's official site at www.JimCornette.com for merch, live dates, commentaries and more! You can listen to Brian on the 6:05 Superpodcast at 605pod.com or wherever you find your favorite podcasts!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.