Podcasts about deathmatches

In this episode of The Shadowsphere, Shadow sits down with Buddy Badcock, the hard-hitting Death Match wrestler known as The Bismarck Butcher, for an in-depth conversation about professional wrestling, Death Matches, hardcore wrestling, life on the independent scene, and everything in between.Buddy Badcock has quickly built a reputation as one of the names to watch in the modern Death Match scene. From brutal no-ring battles and hardcore brawls to appearances with major Death Match promotions, Buddy has continued to carve out his own path while developing a unique personality and style inside the ring. The Deathmatch Digest even named Buddy as its 2025 One to Watch, highlighting his work with promotions including Natural State Rasslin, TAC Wrestling, X-Brand, Ruthless Pro, and IWA Deep South.Shadow and Buddy go beyond the blood and violence to talk about the journey that brought him into professional wrestling, his experiences on the independent scene, and what it takes to step into the world of hardcore and Death Match wrestling.The conversation also looks back at some of Buddy's memorable battles, including his Float Rules Death Match against Big Bull Bronson, his Bats Out of Hell Death Match against Nathan Mowery, his No Ring Arkansas Death Match against Sleezy-E, and his matches against Danny Darko and Killa Kash.Buddy's Death Match résumé has also seen him share the battlefield with some of the biggest names in the hardcore scene. At IWA Deep South's Carnage Cup XV, Buddy competed against Satu Jinn and Necro Butcher in a Home Run Derby Deathmatch. He was also scheduled to face SHLAK at IWA Deep South's Blood At The Beach in 2026.In this episode, expect stories about:

Brad and Will reconvene this week to talk about their recent adventures in the real world. Brad returns from the Vintage Computer Festival West once again with a recap of this year's highlights, including projects to resurrect everything from classic America Online to obscure software distribution kiosks from 1980s Japan, panels with some fun details about things like the creation of Ethernet and programming heroics on the Atari 2600, plus some Quake deathmatch against today's youth. And Will returns from Los Angeles to talk about object show meetups and the latest from Disneyland, such as high-tech face projection mapping, why the Lightning Lane isn't so Lightning anymore, the joy of trackless dark rides, and more. Notes and links for this episode: https://tinyurl.com/techpod-351-vcfw-disney Support the Pod! Contribute to the Tech Pod Patreon and get access to our booming Discord, a monthly bonus episode, your name in the credits, and other great benefits! You can support the show at: https://patreon.com/techpod

The Backlog Attack continues as Bioshock 2 throws back to Big Moral Choices, while The Tower of Druaga is content to throw back to unlimited invisible wizards. Also: Doing more science in Portal Revolution. Episode Timeline (0:00) - Intro (6:39) - The Tower of Druaga (32:19) - Bioshock 2 (48:15) - Portal Revolution (1:10:56) - Outro

Smallest Salutations and welcome Tim Denee, lead designer of Deathmatch Island, to the podcast! Listen in as we discuss the AGON system, Tim's design process, the beauty of theory crafting, and what's coming next with Blades ‘68. Join us on Patreon for the part two of our interview with Tim! We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tinytablettrpg/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tinytablepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tinytablettrpg Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpc2lwtvgEEYVHL3WoxU-Q

Welcome to The ShadowSphere Podcast, where the conversations hit as hard as a light tube and every episode opens the door to the world of Canadian Death Match wrestling.

Smallest Salutations! Deathmatch Island hasn't been renewed for a new season and it's time for the post mortem!  Listen in as we talk about our excitement and trepidation starting the game, the beauty of graphic design and some secret production information! MAJOR PRODUCTION SPOILERS FROM 18:30-24:05 We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tinytablettrpg/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tinytablepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tinytablettrpg Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpc2lwtvgEEYVHL3WoxU-Q

Smallest Salutations and get ready to say goodbye to our competitors in our season finale of Deathmatch Island! Ratings have never been higher, and neither have the stakes! We'd say more, but…no one likes spoilers, now do they? Avery risks it all. Ira makes her choice. Poppy sprints to the finish line. We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tinytablettrpg/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tinytablepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tinytablettrpg Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpc2lwtvgEEYVHL3WoxU-Q

Smallest Salutations and welcome to the Battle Royale! The competition is lethal now, and only four players can make it to the end game. As bullets fly and fires start, our competitors must decide who they want with them in the final four. But be wary: Production won't tolerate any rulebreaking. Avery cashes in his trust. Ira chokes under pressure. Poppy chooses peace.  We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tinytablettrpg/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tinytablepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tinytablettrpg Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpc2lwtvgEEYVHL3WoxU-Q

Smallest Salutations! Armed and mobile, our competitors delve into the island with their new acquisitions. As danger looms from all sides, each new connection is a possible alliance… or a lingering threat. Allies make all the difference, but on Deathmatch Island, there can be only one winner. Who can you trust? Who can trust you? Avery drives the negotiation. Ira loses her cool. Poppy reveals her secret. We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tinytablettrpg/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tinytablepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tinytablettrpg Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpc2lwtvgEEYVHL3WoxU-Q

Smallest Salutations and Welcome to Deathmatch Island! Avery (Skyler), Ira (Holly), and Poppy (Neo) awaken, dazed and confused, on a boat heading straight for the island. Tensions flare as sordid pasts come to light. But there's no time to dwell, not with alliances already forming on the shore. On Deathmatch Island, play to win! Avery makes nice. Ira plays it safe. Poppy takes the lead. We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tinytablettrpg/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tinytablepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tinytablettrpg Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpc2lwtvgEEYVHL3WoxU-Q

D20 Deathmatch season 7 episode Jerry Bonesman and TD see which is stronger, the shield or the fist... in the Grandmaster's arena as they fight to the death! Season 7 of D20 Deathmatch brings you the best of the best DnD PvP battles in our cult classic actual play series! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/D20Deathmatch️‍️ Stay connected with us:Connect with the talented creators behind our show:MUDCAT: https://twitter.com/MudcatTV  @MUDCAT  CAUSTIC PHOENIX: https://twitter.com/BeccaGodsey  @CausticPhoenix  CRIT BARD:  @critbard  https://www.twitch.tv/critbardALL CAPS KYLE: https://www.twitch.tv/kylecalrissianExplore exclusive D20 MERCH: https://d20deathmatch.com/Shop, Play Our TTRPG PvP Game 'Champions of Chaos' for Free: ⁠⁠⁠https://D20Deathmatch.com/Play , ⁠⁠⁠️‍️‍️‍and become part of our vibrant community on Discord: https://discord.gg/BadGuys. Connect with us across various platforms:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/D20DeathmatchTwitter: https://twitter.com/D20DeathmatchPodcast: https://anchor.fm/D20DeathmatchInstagram: https://instagram.com/D20DeathmatchTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@D20DeathmatchFacebook: https://facebook.com/D20Deathmatch Tune in every Sunday at 9PM EST on Twitch for the next exhilarating installment, where champions rise and fall in their quest for supremacy in the Grandmaster's arena. Immerse yourself in the rich ambiance, enhanced by dynamic music sourced by Epidemic Sound, elevating every moment of this thrilling encounter.#DnD5e #TabletopRPG #TTRPG #DnDPvP #dnd

Smallest Salutations and welcome to Deathmatch Island! Feeling nervous? Don't worry, Neo will guide you through all the rules of Deathmatch Island. Pay close attention, you wouldn't want to miss how to gain followers or how to win a contest now would you? You are playing to win after all!  We have a Patreon! Check it out if you want to support us and this podcast! https://www.patreon.com/TinyTablePodcast As always, if you have any TTRPGs you want us to try out, please email us at tinytablebusiness@gmail.com or contact us at any of the socials below! Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tinytablettrpg/ Tumblr - https://www.tumblr.com/blog/tinytablepodcast TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@tinytablettrpg Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnpc2lwtvgEEYVHL3WoxU-Q

D20 Deathmatch season 7 episode Iowa-Ska and The Pebble turn chaos up to 11... in the Grandmaster's arena as they fight to the death! Season 7 of D20 Deathmatch brings you the best of the best DnD PvP battles in our cult classic actual play series! Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/D20Deathmatch️‍️ Stay connected with us:Connect with the talented creators behind our show:MUDCAT: https://twitter.com/MudcatTV @MUDCAT CAUSTIC PHOENIX: https://twitter.com/BeccaGodsey @CausticPhoenix CAPTIN ROBEAR:  @CaptainRoBear  https://www.twitch.tv/captainrobearSENSEI SUPLEX:  @SenseiSuplex  https://www.twitch.tv/Sensei_Suplex Explore exclusive D20 MERCH: https://d20deathmatch.com/Shop, Play Our TTRPG PvP Game 'Champions of Chaos' for Free: ⁠⁠⁠https://D20Deathmatch.com/Play , ⁠⁠⁠️‍️‍️‍and become part of our vibrant community on Discord: https://discord.gg/BadGuys. Connect with us across various platforms:Twitch: https://twitch.tv/D20DeathmatchTwitter: https://twitter.com/D20DeathmatchPodcast: https://anchor.fm/D20DeathmatchInstagram: https://instagram.com/D20DeathmatchTikTok: https://tiktok.com/@D20DeathmatchFacebook: https://facebook.com/D20Deathmatch Tune in every Sunday at 9PM EST on Twitch for the next exhilarating installment, where champions rise and fall in their quest for supremacy in the Grandmaster's arena. Immerse yourself in the rich ambiance, enhanced by dynamic music sourced by Epidemic Sound, elevating every moment of this thrilling encounter.#DnD5e #TabletopRPG #TTRPG #DnDPvP #dnd 00:00:00 Intro00:00:29 1st Half01:02:11 Commercials 01:12:24 2nd Half

Continúan los Deathmatch ahora con la segunda tanda de rondas donde evaluamos los 2dos capítulos de cada serie de Star TrekEn este nuevo exprimento de #RemerasRojas comparamos los episodios de cada serie de Star TrekLos puntuamos, analizamos y debatimos sin piedadEn este séptimo round:Star Trek: The Original Series vs Star Trek: Picard-------------------------------------------------Ayudanos a bancar esta locura comprándonos un cafecito en: ⁠⁠https://ko-fi.com/remerasrojas⁠⁠https://cafecito.app/remerasrojasBuscanos nuestras redes:Facebook: ⁠ https://www.facebook.com/remerasrojasTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/remerasrojas Instragram: https://www.instagram.com/remerasrojasTikTok: http://www.tiktok.com/@remeras.rojasBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/remerasrojas.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.net/@remerasrojasivoox: ⁠⁠https://remerasrojas.ivoox.com⁠⁠Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0JadZRuq4kibyGbkbGrYzkYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/RemerasRojas?sub_confirmation=1-----------------------------------------------

Seguimos con el #StarTrekDeathmatch de los primeros episodios de cada serie de Star Trek.Esta vez nos vamos a los dos extremos de la cronología:EnterprisevsStarfleet AcademyPor un lado, Jonathan Archer y la NX-01 dando los primeros pasos de la exploración humana profunda, cuando la Federación todavía no existía.Por el otro, una nueva generación de cadetes entrenándose para reconstruir y liderar la Flota Estelar en el siglo XXXII.Vamos a analizar:✔️ cómo envejeció “Broken Bow”✔️ qué propone el piloto de Starfleet Academy✔️ los primeros tropiezos de la humanidad en el espacio profundo✔️ qué significa convertirse en oficial de la Flota en dos épocas completamente distintas✔️ cuál de estos dos pilotos presenta mejor su serieNos vemos en el vivo de YouTube para debatir, puntuar y discutir sin piedad.#StarTrek #Enterprise #StarfleetAcademy #StarTrekEnterprise #Trekkies #SciFi #CienciaFiccion #RemerasRojas

This week John Poz's TMPT welcomes into the show for the flagship episode, former MLW Middleweight and Tag Team Champion, AKIRA. The former MLW and BJW star joins the show to talk about his entire professional wrestling journey. Host John Poz and AKIRA talk about breaking into the business, MLW, Bloodsport, BJW, Deathmatches, 2025 being his worst year, Twitch, and so much more.Store - Teepublic.com/stores/TMPTFollow us @TwoManPowerTrip on Twitter and IG

We played a special live episode of Dragon Games on stage at TwitchCon 2025—and after a brutal tech fail, we salvaged what we could with the original stage audio plus photos (and a little bonus phone footage at the end). It's a PvP arena showdown where the audience rolls for random effects… and things get wild fast.Dragon Games is a live Dungeons & Dragons TTRPG competition. Players are placed in a fictional arena and pitted against each other in gladiatorial-style entertainment for the crowd. It's a mix of a Competition Reality Show with the Roman Colosseum and the Hunger Games, set in the D&D world with 5e gameplay mechanics. Players: @3llebelle @TheThormungandr @Ashlinaa @MikeTheQuad Dungeon Master: @SteveSaylor SPECIAL GUEST PRESENTER: @gamingwithtrashh Follow us online:WEBSITE: https://www.dungeonsanddisableds.com TWITTER: http://twitter.com/dndisabledsTWITCH: http://twitch.tv/stevesaylorINSTAGRAM: http://instagram.com/dndisabledsTIKTOK: https://tiktok.com/@dndisableds #dnd #twitch #competition

​ @CodyLeachYT  joins us for a fun episode where we put different horror characters in the ring to face off against one another in what we call Horror Characters DeathmatchFind us on Patreon for spoiler talk, early access, and exclusiveshttps://www.patreon.com/c/scaretalk#horrormovies #horrorcharacters #michaelmyers #jasonvoorhees #freddykrueger #pennywise #jigsaw #normanbates #arttheclown #ghostface #leatherface #chucky #pinhead #m3gan

This week on Options Boot Camp, Mark and Dan tackle one of the biggest questions facing traders right now: Are markets underpricing geopolitical risk? They dive into valuation concerns, global uncertainty, and what traders should really be watching. Plus, they explore whether gamma exposure metrics are becoming essential tools or just another overhyped signal. The mailbag is packed with listener questions on the wheel strategy, Bitcoin volatility, crypto options growth, pattern day trading concerns, and broker tools for tracking wheel trades. And yes… the listeners are already building their next Deathmatch wishlists. Plus, hear details on the current tastytrade listener promo, including double rebates at tastytrade.com/insider.

This week on Options Boot Camp, Mark and Dan tackle one of the biggest questions facing traders right now: Are markets underpricing geopolitical risk? They dive into valuation concerns, global uncertainty, and what traders should really be watching. Plus, they explore whether gamma exposure metrics are becoming essential tools or just another overhyped signal. The mailbag is packed with listener questions on the wheel strategy, Bitcoin volatility, crypto options growth, pattern day trading concerns, and broker tools for tracking wheel trades. And yes… the listeners are already building their next Deathmatch wishlists. Plus, hear details on the current tastytrade listener promo, including double rebates at tastytrade.com/insider.

James is joined by Sarah Kurchak to talk NJPW Best of Super Juniors as her boy Daisuke Sasaki joins 19 other wrestlers as NJPW sets forth on a journey to refocus the Junior Division with a little help from their friends in Dragon Gate, AEW and DDT. Then Anna comes back to the show to discuss an incredible show she went to see in what can charitably described as "The outskirts of Montreal", IWS/NOW as they crown their first Deathmatch Unified Champion at Kings Of Crazy!

This Week your hosts JGold & Charly Butters discuss Jgolds Coaching Escapades, Jgold's Movie corner including a "Buffet Infinity" review, Butter weightloss, and not going to Indiana this weekend, Then they talk with Big Man Sidney about his health, Deathmatches, Wrestling in England, Chasing the IWGuide title and so so so much more! 

Bruiser Brad returns to the SWN Podcast to talk about his upcoming matches with Simon Miller at Discovery Wrestling on May 10th, and the main event of WrestleZone Aberdeen Anarchy on May 16th. Plus a catch up from the last 12 months.

My full interview w/ ANGEL METRO is now available. We talk about training under wrestling legend Jimmy Valiant, reflect on Markus Crane, and share how the Foley vs. Undertaker Hell in a Cell match sparked her love of wrestling. The conversation also explores deathmatch wrestling—breaking down common misconceptions and the artistry behind it—along with mentions of Shaen Mercer, CZW, Mickie Knuckles, & more!VIDEO LINK: https://youtu.be/dzb5ObvwdFEPlease follow Angel Metro on Instagram & Twitter @angelmetroSeason 3 YouTube Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqzKmDeATCYGPnhuZ5PzbqOb0OxeUb13X&si=x3UvKoPSX0mqS6BkYouTube: youtube.com/c/GeorgeBukaWDYCIPodcastSpotify: open.spotify.com/show/5z2U45OagymjgUsQE2JbrwInstagram: whatdoyoucallitpodcast

We're on the scene with Scott E. Dangerman for a big chat.

Vi siamo mancati? Eccoci qua con un Disco Deathmatch di Primavera, come non lo avete mai assaggiato. Un episodio speciale che ripercorre gli album migliori degli ultimi mesi in un gioco musicale per diventare la nuova sac à pop royalty. 11 album, 1 solo vincitore: chi arriverà alla fine? Hilary Duff e la sua chat delle mamme, Harry Styles coi suoi caffè a Roma, Robyn che diventa madre, o Raye con la targa messa nel pub preferito del suo ex? Premi play e scopri qual è il miglior album degli ultimi 3 mesi per noi (e per voi?).

Bodyslam.net's Wombeezy sits down with independent wrestler James Hartness! They discuss:- Perth wrestling scene - Australian Wrestling Scene - Him faceing charli evans - Deathmatch wrestling - Plans for 2026- Epw promition he Wrestles for - Uk & australia - Mountain Rushmore - Plus More#Wrestling #ProWrestling #independentwrestling #IndieWrestling #Bodyslam

The Shining Wizards return with a jam packed showTony is back from vacation & it was his birthday, his birthday present kicks off the show & starts an interesting conversation about shows on TLC. Matt returns from his absence last week & is doing his best Mick Foley impersonation After catching up, we talk about the big news from the week, Pat McAfee is the guy on the other end of Randy's phone. Are we excited? Are there too many celebrities in Mania? Does it feel like Mania is just thrown together? The boys are then joined by New Fear City Owner, Promoter & Wrestler Casanova Valentine to talk about his upcoming show during Mania weekend. We talk some Mr California, Gino Caruso, Death Matches, No Ropes, No Rings, and much more. This is a must listen too interview and you should check out New Fear City, every show is free on Youtube. After Cas we touch on the Hogan Netflix Show & the Mania announcements tomorrow on ESPN.Then its onto AEW and Dynasty this week. We discuss the Returning Chris Jericho, the Brawling Birds, enhancement talent, Mike Bayley, MJF & more. It's JCW Lunacy talk as well, its the big showdown for who owns JCW- Big Vito or Violent J. We discuss the episode, the chickens, the Ring Rat, Disco Ray, Vince Russo and more. Matt brings a blind ranking to the show, as HK & Tony have to blindly rank ECW Theme Music. Then it's on to Brundo's homework from last week as we go back to June 8, 1984 for The Midnight Express & Ernie Ladd vs The Rock N Roll Express & Jim Duggan. The boys dive deep into this match & give a strong thumbs up. Do you agree? HK's then assigns us homework for next week, as we are going back to No Way Out 2006 for Kurt Angle vs The Undertaker Fun show, if you enjoyed it, please remember to subscribe across all social media platforms. Just search Shining Wizards & look for the Yellow & Gold Logo.

Tara Zep is a rising force on the independent wrestling scene, blending grit, charisma, and a relentless in-ring style that's quickly turning heads. Known for her intensity and connection with the crowd, she continues to carve out her own lane while building momentum across promotions. With each match, Tara Zep proves she's not just one to watch—she's one to remember.In the newest "Casual Conversations with The Classic'' episode, the Wrestling Classic Justin catches up Tara Zep as she talks about breaking into wrestling, creating her persona, friendship with Mick Foley, Death Matches, starting her own promotion and more! Enjoy!My Official Website + Demo Reel - https://www.justindhillon.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewrestlingclassic/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewrestlingclassic X - https://x.com/twcworldwide Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheWrestlingClassic/ Limited Edition TWC Tee https://headquartersclothing.com/products/headquarters-x-the-wrestling-classic-logo-tee?_pos=1&_psq=wrestlinhg&_ss=e&_v=1.0 WWE Shop Affiliate wwe-shop.sjv.io/RGRxQv 500 Level https://www.500level.com/ Join the Discord Community https://linktr.ee/thewrestlingclassic All Episodes are on "The Wrestling Classic" Youtube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOQOYraeFlX-xd8f3adQtTw#TaraZep #VileVillain #ProWrestlingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/twc-show--4417554/support.

This week Matt & Vince talk Deathmatches, CM Old, Megan Bayne's name, RAW Vault (9/22/1997) and more!!!   Beyond the Mat:  https://dice.fm/partner/tickets/event/2wk35m-beyond-the-mat-qa-with-director-barry-blaustein-and-we-watch-wrestling-8th-apr-brain-dead-studios-los-angeles-tickets     WWW Shirts: http://prowrestlingtees.com/wewatchwrestling Become a Patron! Bonus audio! Join the Discord!  https://www.patreon.com/wewatchwrestling

The man behind some of the most chaotic weapons in BritDeath joins the podcast to talk wrestling.

Michael Sidgwick and Michael Hamflett preview AEW Revolution 2026 and discuss...Last Chance Texas Deathmatch, MJF Vs Hangman Adam PageFTR Vs The Young BucksThekla Vs Kris StatlanderJon Moxley Vs Konosuke TakeshitaBrody King vs. Swerve StricklandLOADS more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this conversation, Zach sits down with acclaimed author Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah, the writer behind Chain-Gang All-Stars and Friday Black, to explore the uneasy relationship between violence, justice, and entertainment in modern culture. They discuss how violent spectacle, from gladiators to modern media, captures our attention and forces us to confront our own role as spectators. Nana explains how Chain-Gang All-Stars uses brutal prison death matches as a lens to examine the American carceral system, state violence, and the moral contradictions around punishment. The conversation also dives into Nana's writing process, including why he sometimes writes longhand, how Metroid Prime influenced the book's unique footnote structure, and why humor can coexist with the darkest subject matter. They also discuss Succession, the psychology of audiences misreading satire, and how growing up with a defense-attorney father shaped Nana's views on crime and compassion. Ultimately, the episode wrestles with a bigger question: what stories about violence reveal about who we are, and who we're becoming.Guest bio: Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah is the acclaimed author of the bestselling novel Chain-Gang All-Stars and the award-winning short story collection Friday Black. A National Book Foundation “5 Under 35” honoree, his work has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Esquire, exploring violence, justice, and the American imagination.NANA KWAME ADJEI-BRENYAH LINKS:Chain Gang All-Stars (Buy Local): https://bit.ly/4cqaXqzFriday Black (Buy Local): https://bit.ly/4luPKylWebsite: https://www.nanakwameadjei-brenyah.com/Spotify: https://bit.ly/4bblEuUSubstack (WISLY): https://nanakwame.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/king_nk/Stream All of Nana's Music: https://bit.ly/40MSD3GTHE ZACH SHOW LINKS: The Zach Show 2.0: https://thezachshow.supercast.com/Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3zaS6sPYouTube: https://bit.ly/3lTpJdjInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/auxoro/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@zachshowpod Website: https://www.auxoro.com/Substack: https://thezachshow.substack.com/If you're not ready to subscribe to The Zach Show 2.0, rating the show on Spotify or Apple Podcasts is free and massively helpful. It boosts visibility, helps new listeners discover the show, and keeps this chaos alive. Thank you:Rate The Zach Show on Spotify: https://bit.ly/43ZLrAtRate The Zach Show on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/458nbha

The Wrestling Mayhem Show crew is back with Sorg, Rizz, and Mad Mike, joined by special guest Referee George Ross—and it's a loaded week of wrestling talk. First, the crew breaks down the weekend's big talking points coming out of Elimination Chamber, including match reactions, what's clicking (and what isn't) on the road to WrestleMania, and how quickly the conversation shifts when a certain very-evil, very-nice wildcard shows up. Danhausen's debut sparks debate about crowd reactions vs. internet reactions, plus what WWE can do with him now that he's officially in the mix.  From there, the show bounces through the wider wrestling world: AEW chatter (including the crew's love of social-media moments and crowd chants), AAA's Rey de Reyes sword lore, and plenty of classic Mayhem tangents—including the important hard-hitting question of the week: what is the most hardcore ice cream?  Then Referee George Ross takes us inside his recent weekends in the trenches, including a deep dive into the world of CZW—from the 27th anniversary weekend and ultraviolence chaos, to why the company's venue/schedule momentum feels genuinely exciting again (including the brewery “black light” shows).  The episode closes with a full “What We Learned” round—covering Danhausen-related life lessons, why you shouldn't judge a two-minute moment before the follow-up, and Sorg's backstage notes from New Japan Pro Wrestling work (yes, including the “New Japan is a slumber party” theory). 

The Wrestling Mayhem Show crew is back with Sorg, Rizz, and Mad Mike, joined by special guest Referee George Ross—and it's a loaded week of wrestling talk. First, the crew breaks down the weekend's big talking points coming out of Elimination Chamber, including match reactions, what's clicking (and what isn't) on the road to WrestleMania, and how quickly the conversation shifts when a certain very-evil, very-nice wildcard shows up. Danhausen's debut sparks debate about crowd reactions vs. internet reactions, plus what WWE can do with him now that he's officially in the mix.  From there, the show bounces through the wider wrestling world: AEW chatter (including the crew's love of social-media moments and crowd chants), AAA's Rey de Reyes sword lore, and plenty of classic Mayhem tangents—including the important hard-hitting question of the week: what is the most hardcore ice cream?  Then Referee George Ross takes us inside his recent weekends in the trenches, including a deep dive into the world of CZW—from the 27th anniversary weekend and ultraviolence chaos, to why the company's venue/schedule momentum feels genuinely exciting again (including the brewery “black light” shows).  The episode closes with a full “What We Learned” round—covering Danhausen-related life lessons, why you shouldn't judge a two-minute moment before the follow-up, and Sorg's backstage notes from New Japan Pro Wrestling work (yes, including the “New Japan is a slumber party” theory). 

The Wrestling Mayhem Show crew is back with Sorg, Rizz, and Mad Mike, joined by special guest Referee George Ross—and it's a loaded week of wrestling talk. First, the crew breaks down the weekend's big talking points coming out of Elimination Chamber, including match reactions, what's clicking (and what isn't) on the road to WrestleMania, and how quickly the conversation shifts when a certain very-evil, very-nice wildcard shows up. Danhausen's debut sparks debate about crowd reactions vs. internet reactions, plus what WWE can do with him now that he's officially in the mix.  From there, the show bounces through the wider wrestling world: AEW chatter (including the crew's love of social-media moments and crowd chants), AAA's Rey de Reyes sword lore, and plenty of classic Mayhem tangents—including the important hard-hitting question of the week: what is the most hardcore ice cream?  Then Referee George Ross takes us inside his recent weekends in the trenches, including a deep dive into the world of CZW—from the 27th anniversary weekend and ultraviolence chaos, to why the company's venue/schedule momentum feels genuinely exciting again (including the brewery “black light” shows).  The episode closes with a full “What We Learned” round—covering Danhausen-related life lessons, why you shouldn't judge a two-minute moment before the follow-up, and Sorg's backstage notes from New Japan Pro Wrestling work (yes, including the “New Japan is a slumber party” theory). 

The Shining Wizards return, having survived the Blizzard that took over the East Coast. The boys catch up & talk about the weather before jumping into some WWE talk. They discuss What's In The Box? Is it Chris Jericho? Is it Danhausen? They are then joined by Mr Hardcore, Owner of Greektown Pro Wrestling- Channing Decker. They discuss the barbed wire match against Joey Janela, working Crowbar, Jake , balancing being an owner & wrestler, Japan, Deathmatches & much more. This is a great time & must listen to interviewTony joins the show & they discuss JCW Lunacy & the direction it's going, they talk some AEW, women's 4 way, the hart attack, stipulations & more. HK hits us with some Blind Rankings, as he gives us WCW wrestlers who wore masks. Find out who HK gave us & how we ranked themWe then jump into Matt's homework, get some Monday Night Raw Breaking News & get assigned a 5 star match from Brundo for next weeks homework. Here is the link https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hv_EMxB-NvUWe wrap up the show with some wild foot conversation thanks to Matt & Tony.

Welcome to Little Bracket of Horrors. The pod that puts the fight in fright!Here it is...the moment we've all been waiting for...the Little Bracket of Horrors Deathmatch! This was a real frightful fight and we had some real killer films this year but just like the Highlander, there could only be one.Join the LBOH crew as we took a bloody trip down memory lane, discussed all twelve of the films we watched this season, and with some help from fan submitted brackets decided on a champion of the Little Bracket of Horrors Deathmatch 2025!Follow us on:Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076990656434&mibextid=LQQJ4dInstagram- https://instagram.com/littlebracketofhorrors?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=Linktree- https://linktr.ee/littlebracketofhorrorsLittle Bracket of Horrors Merch- http://tee.pub/lic/flQJfo1eXdwContact us:Email- littlebracketofhorrors@yahoo.com

The Shining Wizards are back with a jam packed fun show.They kick things off talking JCW Lunacy. The Chosen One has been revealed, we have a new World Champion & we discuss the finishes & more from last weeks episode.We head into the WWE world, and talk about the great Promo's from Monday Night Raw between Phil & Joe, unveil the Raheem promo to HK & discuss a little Elimination Chamber.We are then joined by "The Bulldozer" Matt Tremont as we discuss a variety of topics, from Death Matches, GCW, Zila Fatu, road food & much more. This is a long overdue interview with Matt & a must check out. We do a little talk about AEW Dynamite & Collision before we head to homework. HK gave us a very easy & enjoyable watch, as we check out an after Raw segment with the Rock, Steve Austin and the Undertaker. Then Tony decides to bless us with this gem for next week's homework. Check it out & tune in next week to see our response https://youtu.be/e26ir_AAmM0?si=ft6CGe6CXM0ipoGNIf you enjoy the show please remember to Subscribe and leave a review.

Check out Cam's latest novel / audio drama here! It's been called "revolutionary." It's been called "game-changing." It's been called "The Worst Game Show in Podcast History." That's right, Trivia Deathmatch is back for Volume 3! Ten rapid-fire questions of the finest fantasy and horror arcanum known to man. The questions are harder this time, but are we any smarter? LINKS: Patreon, YouTube, Spotify, Instagram Feedback & Theories: secondbreakfastpod@gmail.com

The end is here, The team finds answers.   We hope you enjoyed our series of Deathmatch Island by Tim Denee of Old Dog Games and Evil Hat Productions.   ----more---- Join the DMs After Dark Discord channel!   In case you haven't heard, our Redbubble has incredible RuneQuest art by Katrin Dirim available as shirts, stickers, pillows, and more, so check out all our new DMs After Dark merch!!   If you enjoy our streams, podcasts (plural! have you checked out the Rene Plays Games podcast?), or just our general nerdiness, please consider giving us a 5-star rating on your podcast app of choice! Like, follow, and subscribe to our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram so you can comment & chat with us about all things RPGs.   And, as always, come hang out and catch our live streams on our Twitch or catch up on our YouTube.   Music in the Episode (in order of appearance): DMs After Dark Theme written & produced by Dan Pomfret | @danfrombothbands

Check out Cam's latest novel / audio drama here! In this remarkably chaotic episode, we take another crack at making a Second Breakfast game show. Ten trivia questions, arguably zero winners, many more ASMR dice rolls, one contested bonus point — oh, and we completely forgot to keep score. I cannot tell you how much fun these are to record. LINKS: Patreon, YouTube, Spotify, Instagram Feedback & Theories: secondbreakfastpod@gmail.com

This week on The Deep Cut Podcast, Rottin' Roger sits down with Moshpit Mike — 2-time JCW Gimmick of the Year winner and the self-proclaimed Man of 1000 Gimmicks.Mike breaks down how he earned his shot with Juggalo Championship Wrestling, including the grind of tryouts at Gathering of the Juggalos, where pressure is high, crowds are wild, and nothing is guaranteed.The conversation dives deep into the new direction and growing success of JCW Lunacy — airing live every Thursday night — and how the show's rising viewership is proving there's still massive hunger for chaotic, character-driven wrestling.From gimmick evolution and deathmatch mentality to deep-cut stories only a hardcore crowd would appreciate, this episode is wall-to-wall passion, pain, and personality.If you're a wrestling fan who loves creativity, carnage, and carving your own lane — this one hits hard.

The group explores the research facility and discovers more secrets. Lincoln splits off for a contest of his own.   We hope you enjoy episode two of our new series of Deathmatch Island by Tim Denee of Old Dog Games and Evil Hat Productions.   ----more---- Join the DMs After Dark Discord channel!   In case you haven't heard, our Redbubble has incredible RuneQuest art by Katrin Dirim available as shirts, stickers, pillows, and more, so check out all our new DMs After Dark merch!!   If you enjoy our streams, podcasts (plural! have you checked out the Rene Plays Games podcast?), or just our general nerdiness, please consider giving us a 5-star rating on your podcast app of choice! Like, follow, and subscribe to our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram so you can comment & chat with us about all things RPGs.   And, as always, come hang out and catch our live streams on our Twitch or catch up on our YouTube.   Music in the Episode (in order of appearance): DMs After Dark Theme written & produced by Dan Pomfret | @danfrombothbands

Check out Cam's latest novel / audio drama here! As a brand new year takes shape, we're trying something silly and different — a game show! In this episode, we're doing a trivia tussle / deathmatch (depending on who you ask). We've got ten horror questions, ten fantasy questions, lots of ASMR dice rolls, and one lucky winner! LINKS: Patreon, YouTube, Spotify, Instagram Feedback & Theories: secondbreakfastpod@gmail.com

Step into the darker corners of wrestling, metal, and underground culture as Jasmin St. Clair welcomes Del James to the Krazy Train Podcast. Best known for his cult comic Consensual Violence and his close creative ties to Guns N’ Roses, Del breaks down the raw connection between deathmatch wrestling, heavy metal, and storytelling built on pain, passion, and authenticity. From the lost art of kayfabe to the psychology behind extreme wrestling, Del shares his personal journey through comics, music, and the underground wrestling scene. The conversation weaves through legendary wrestlers, Japan, the evolution of violence in wrestling, and why metal and pro wrestling have always spoken the same language. Dark, honest, and unapologetically real—this episode is for fans who like their culture loud, dangerous, and meaningful.

Liebes Publikum! Wir öffnen wieder die Deathmatch-Arena! Vier gehen rein, einer kommt raus! Thunderdome! Thunderdome!! THUNDERDOME!!! Zum dritten Mal probieren wir eine angenehm wilde Podcast-Idee: Sebastian, Dom, Jochen und Géraldine haben sich jeweils ein Spiel nach Vorgabe ausgesucht und erst wird diese Auswahl diskutiert, dann wird sie gespielt. Erst kurz, dann länger und am Ende sogar durch – oder zumindest echt weit. Der Clou: Nach jeder Runde fliegt ein Kandidat raus. Die Vorgabe in dieser Folge: Das Spiel darf nicht mehr als 50 Punkte bei Metacritic haben. Wir schicken also Schrott ins Rennen – oder ist am Ende doch ein verkanntes Juwel dabei? Viel Spaß bei dieser Sendung! Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Runde 1 00:29:36 - Runde 2 01:24:13 - Runde 3 02:23:13 - Runde 4 - Finale Jetzt Abonnent werden: https://www.gamespodcast.de In dieser Folge zu hören: Sebastian Stange, Dom Schott, Jochen Redinger & Géraldine Hohmann

The contestants explore a new location on island two. They make some new friends and also run afoul of another group. Huck and Reagan are able to confirm some suspicions.   We hope you enjoy episode two of our new series of Deathmatch Island by Tim Denee of Old Dog Games and Evil Hat Productions.   ----more---- Join the DMs After Dark Discord channel!   In case you haven't heard, our Redbubble has incredible RuneQuest art by Katrin Dirim available as shirts, stickers, pillows, and more, so check out all our new DMs After Dark merch!!   If you enjoy our streams, podcasts (plural! have you checked out the Rene Plays Games podcast?), or just our general nerdiness, please consider giving us a 5-star rating on your podcast app of choice! Like, follow, and subscribe to our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram so you can comment & chat with us about all things RPGs.   And, as always, come hang out and catch our live streams on our Twitch or catch up on our YouTube.   Music in the Episode (in order of appearance): DMs After Dark Theme written & produced by Dan Pomfret | @danfrombothbands