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Joel and Damon are back to preview NJPW's Dominion with full analysis of all the matchups, news and notes to get you ready for New Japan's annual show. The guys also discuss Goto's exit strategy, a big test for Boltin Oleg, Hiroshi Tanahashi in G1, the fear of "X", and we answer your questions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to preview NJPW's Dominion with full analysis of all the matchups, news and notes to get you ready for New Japan's annual show. The guys also discuss Goto's exit strategy, a big test for Boltin Oleg, Hiroshi Tanahashi in G1, the fear of "X", and we answer your questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon return to review NJPW's Best Of The Super Jr 2025 Finals with a full review of YOH vs Kosei Fujita, plus all the news and notes from the annual tournament. The guys also discuss YOH doing his own thing, Dominion card announcements, Hiroshi Tanahashi in G1, and we answer your questions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon return to review NJPW's Best Of The Super Jr 2025 Finals with a full review of YOH vs Kosei Fujita, plus all the news and notes from the annual tournament. The guys also discuss YOH doing his own thing, Dominion card announcements, Hiroshi Tanahashi in G1, and we answer your questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Set during the ascendancy of the evil galactic empire, Andor, whose full second and final season is now out on Disney+, strips away the mythic and reveals the human cost of rebellion. In this episode of PopTorah, Rabbis Knopf and Olitzky explore the critically acclaimed Star Wars series that trades spectacle for soul-searching — and asks what it […]
Joel and Damon are back to review NJPW's Best Of The Super Jr 2025 with analysis of each block, strange booking decisions, a ton of wrong predictions, and a bit of hope for Kosei Fujita. The guys also discuss YOH and SHO, Hiromu as a heavyweight, and we answer your questions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review NJPW's Best Of The Super Jr 2025 with analysis of each block, strange booking decisions, a ton of wrong predictions, and a bit of hope for Kosei Fujita. The guys also discuss YOH and SHO, Hiromu as a heavyweight, and we answer your questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review NJPW's Best Of The Super Jr 2025 with grades an analysis of each block. The guys also discuss the future of US New Japan shows, another Maple Leafs meltdown, Hiromu as a heavyweight, and we answer your questions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review NJPW's Best Of The Super Jr 2025 with grades an analysis of each block. The guys also discuss the future of US New Japan shows, another Maple Leafs meltdown, Hiromu as a heavyweight, and we answer your questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
What do a Hollywood studio and a synagogue have in common? In this episode of PopTorah, Rabbis Knopf and Olitzky explore ‘The Studio’, the Apple TV+ comedy about the pressures of keeping a creative machine running — and what it reveals about the challenges of sustaining meaningful work in the shadow of institutional demands. From […]
In this week’s episode, Brad and Steven take a walk down memory lane talking about graduations and birthdays. Several youthful indiscretions are confessed to (mostly by Brad) and the guys can only hope that the statute of limitations has expired on them. They also revisit their discussion on Diet Coke and of course bring it […]
Joel and Damon are back to review NJPW's Resurgence 2025 including Konosuke Takeshita vs ELP, Hirooki Goto vs Zack Sabre Jr, and Mercedes Moné - AZM - Mina Shirakawa Strong Women's Championship. The guys also discuss BOSJ opening night, Rocky Romero's influence on US shows, and we answer your questions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review NJPW's Resurgence 2025 including Konosuke Takeshita vs ELP, Hirooki Goto vs Zack Sabre Jr, and Mercedes Moné - AZM - Mina Shirakawa Strong Women's Championship. The guys also discuss BOSJ opening night, Rocky Romero's influence on US shows, and we answer your questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review both nights of New Japan Pro Wrestling's Wrestling Dontaku. The guys also discuss Callum Newman and his world title shot, even more reaction to Tetsuya Naito's future, Goto's WOTY efforts, Yuya Uemura, Dogpound Cage Match II, and we answer your questions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review both nights of New Japan Pro Wrestling's Wrestling Dontaku. The guys also discuss Callum Newman and his world title shot, even more reaction to Tetsuya Naito's future, Goto's WOTY efforts, Yuya Uemura, Dogpound Cage Match II, and we answer your questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Long before Westeros crowned its kings, ancient Israel had its own saga of ambition, betrayal, prophecy, and power. In this episode of PopTorah, Rabbis Knopf and Olitzky explore House of David, the new Prime series that reimagines the life of Israel's most iconic and enigmatic ruler. Who really was King David—and who gets to tell his story? […]
This week, Brad and Steven are back, talking about the measles vaccine (PSA: make sure you still have your immunity!), the ridiculous Lindsey Graham tweet following the death of the Pope, Mexican Coca-Cola, Sephora, and the firing of Mike Waltz. Have a listen and enjoy! You can listen to The Amen Corner in lots of […]
Joel and Damon are back to preview New Japan Pro Wrestling's Road To Dontaku shows including April 28th's Wrestling Hizen no Kuni. The guys also discuss Callum Newman and his world title shot, more reaction to Tetsuya Naito's future, New Japan on the market, and we answer your questions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to preview New Japan Pro Wrestling's Road To Dontaku shows including April 28th's Wrestling Hizen no Kuni. The guys also discuss Callum Newman and his world title shot, more reaction to Tetsuya Naito's future, New Japan on the market, and we answer your questions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
It’s the Easter/Passover is Over episode, and this week, Brad and Steven talk about how seemingly everyone ends Passover by eating pizza, wonder if it’s more accurate to compare the US today to Turkey or North Korea, and comment on RFK Jr’s recent frightening comments on autism. They also remind their listeners about the Signal […]
357 Super J-Cast Naito Waves GoodbyeJoel and Damon are back to discuss all the top news with New Japan Pro Wrestling including Tetsuya Naito leaving New Japan, Jeff Cobb moving on, and Bushi closing his NJPW chapter. The guys also discuss Mali and The Air Guitar at Tokyo Dome, a review of Windy City Riot, and we answer your questions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
357 Super J-Cast Naito Waves GoodbyeJoel and Damon are back to discuss all the top news with New Japan Pro Wrestling including Tetsuya Naito leaving New Japan, Jeff Cobb moving on, and Bushi closing his NJPW chapter. The guys also discuss Mali and The Air Guitar at Tokyo Dome, a review of Windy City Riot, and we answer your questions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Season 3 of ‘The White Lotus’ trades Sicilian scandal for Thai transcendence, following guests who journey to Thailand seeking serenity, connection, and maybe even enlightenment. What they find, however, is far more complicated. In this soul-searching episode of PopTorah, Rabbis Knopf and Olitzky unpack the show's exploration of wealth, power, relationships, and the search for […]
This week, Brad and Steven are back with a special Passover episode. In honor of the holiday, the guys talk about gefilte fish and keeping carp in the bathtub back in the day. They also discuss the tariff craziness of the last week and the uncertainty that they brought to global markets. They also talk […]
Joel and Damon are back to review this year's Sakura Genesis show. The guys give their thoughts and analysis on New Japan's big show from Ryogoku Kokugikan reviewing Hirooki Goto vs David Finlay, Yota Tsuji vs EVIL, and Konosuke Takeshita vs Ryohei Oiwa. Plus, the guys review Jr Genesis, G1 venues, BOSJ, and answer your questions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review this year's Sakura Genesis show. The guys give their thoughts and analysis on New Japan's big show from Ryogoku Kokugikan reviewing Hirooki Goto vs David Finlay, Yota Tsuji vs EVIL, and Konosuke Takeshita vs Ryohei Oiwa. Plus, the guys review Jr Genesis, G1 venues, BOSJ, and answer your questions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to preview this year's Sakura Genesis show. The guys get you set for New Japan's big show from Ryogoku Kokugikan previewing Hirooki Goto vs David Finlay, Yota Tsuji vs EVIL, and Konosuke Takeshita vs Ryohei Oiwa. Plus, the guys discuss Jr Genesis, contract situations in New Japan, a mother's wish, and answer your questions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to preview this year's Sakura Genesis show. The guys get you set for New Japan's big show from Ryogoku Kokugikan previewing Hirooki Goto vs David Finlay, Yota Tsuji vs EVIL, and Konosuke Takeshita vs Ryohei Oiwa. Plus, the guys discuss Jr Genesis, contract situations in New Japan, a mother's wish, and answer your questions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
This week, Brad and Steven are back at it, talking about, what else? Signalgate. Hard to believe that this story broke less than a week ago and how quickly it unfolded. The guys talk about the lying before Congress, the hypocrisy, and the disdain for the rule of law on display. They also talk about the Yankees […]
Joel and Damon are back to review this year's New Japan Cup Final show. The guys give us their takes, news and analysis on the Shota Umino vs. David Finlay match plus our "Shota Situation" update, a quick review of the Sakura Genesis line-up, and answer your questions. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review this year's New Japan Cup Final show. The guys give us their takes, news and analysis on the Shota Umino vs. David Finlay match plus our "Shota Situation" update, a quick review of the Sakura Genesis line-up, and answer your questions. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
When the world seems to be going off the rails, what movies and shows do we turn to for comfort, and why? Rabbis Knopf and Olitzky are binge-watching at the edge of the abyss. Join us as we catch up on everything Jewish about our favorite pop culture offerings of this Winter of our Discontent. […]
This week, Brad and Steven are back at it, talking about the ominous turn that the country is taking. They discuss Paul Weiss’ capitulation to Trump and debate what they would have done had they been forced to make a similar decision. They also talk about the risk of being stopped in an airport and the Democrats’ […]
Joel and Damon are back to review this year's New Japan Cup Semi-Final shows. The guys give us their takes, news and analysis on all the key tournament matches including Shota Umino vs. Shingo Takagi, and Zack Sabre Jr. vs David Finlay. Plus, our "Shota Situation", Yuya Uemura's upside, Taichi, Yuji Nagata, and so much more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review this year's New Japan Cup Semi-Final shows. The guys give us their takes, news and analysis on all the key tournament matches including Shota Umino vs. Shingo Takagi, and Zack Sabre Jr. vs David Finlay. Plus, our "Shota Situation", Yuya Uemura's upside, Taichi, Yuji Nagata, and so much more. Our Sponsors:* Check out NordVPN today at https://nordvpn.com/voice and use our link to get 4 extra months on the 2-year NordVPN plan.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review nights one and two from this year's New Japan Cup. The guys give us their takes, news and analysis on all the key first round tournament matches including Oleg Boltin vs. Bad Luck Fale, Drilla Maloney vs Tomohiro Ishii, Gabe Kidd vs Ren Narita, and EVIL defeated Yota Tsuji. Plus, Baron Corbin updates, Gabe / Kenny questions, Rat-Face Brad Marchand, quick NJPW Anniversary show review, and so much more. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review nights one and two from this year's New Japan Cup. The guys give us their takes, news and analysis on all the key first round tournament matches including Oleg Boltin vs. Bad Luck Fale, Drilla Maloney vs Tomohiro Ishii, Gabe Kidd vs Ren Narita, and EVIL defeated Yota Tsuji. Plus, Baron Corbin updates, Gabe / Kenny questions, Rat-Face Brad Marchand, quick NJPW Anniversary show review, and so much more. Our Sponsors:* Check out NordVPN today at https://nordvpn.com/voice and use our link to get 4 extra months on the 2-year NordVPN plan.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel is joined by John Carroll and Chris Samsa to discuss the state of New Japan in 2025, the partnership with AEW, what we are looking forward to, and then give a full breakdown of the New Japan Cup 2025 brackets with our top tips on potential spoilers, big matches and storyline developments.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel is joined by John Carroll and Chris Samsa to discuss the state of New Japan in 2025, the partnership with AEW, what we are looking forward to, and then give a full breakdown of the New Japan Cup 2025 brackets with our top tips on potential spoilers, big matches and storyline developments.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back this week to discuss the 2025 New Japan Cup bracket reveal. The guys also chat about Fantastica Mania, NJPW 53rd Anniversary, Gabe Kidd working AEW, Hirooki Goto's future as World Champion, and so much more!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back this week to discuss the 2025 New Japan Cup bracket reveal. The guys also chat about Fantastica Mania, NJPW 53rd Anniversary, Gabe Kidd working AEW, Hirooki Goto's future as World Champion, and so much more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review The New Beginning in Osaka, including Gabe Kidd v Yota Tsuji, Konosuke Takeshita vs Oleg Boltin, and Hirooki Goto's big win against Zack Sabre Jr. The guys also discuss Hiroshi Tanahashi's retirement tour, new IWGP Tag Champions, a possible re-birth of Shota Umino, and so much more!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are back to review The New Beginning in Osaka, including Gabe Kidd v Yota Tsuji, Konosuke Takeshita vs Oleg Boltin, and Hirooki Goto's big win against Zack Sabre Jr. The guys also discuss Hiroshi Tanahashi's retirement tour, new IWGP Tag Champions, a possible re-birth of Shota Umino, and so much more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
348 Super J-Cast The New Beginning in Osaka PreviewJoel and Damon are back to discuss the key talking points and match reviews from Road To The New Beginning, including Jeff Cobb v ELP and Kosei Fujita v El Desperado from Korakuen Hall. We then give a full preview of The New Beginning in Osaka, with hot takes on Shota Umino, The Young Bucks, Gabe Kidd and champ-in-waiting Hirooki Goto.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
348 Super J-Cast The New Beginning in Osaka PreviewJoel and Damon are back to discuss the key talking points and match reviews from Road To The New Beginning, including Jeff Cobb v ELP and Kosei Fujita v El Desperado from Korakuen Hall. We then give a full preview of The New Beginning in Osaka, with hot takes on Shota Umino, The Young Bucks, Gabe Kidd and champ-in-waiting Hirooki Goto.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon return with a "Preview and Review" of the Road to The New Beginning including the NEVER Openweight 6 Man Tag Championship match. The guys also discuss Weekly Pro Wrestling's Year End awards, Hulk Flair, Hiroshi Tanahashi's final opponent, Ryusuke Taguchi's newest breathing technique, and answer your questions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon return with a "Preview and Review" of the Road to The New Beginning including the NEVER Openweight 6 Man Tag Championship match. The guys also discuss Weekly Pro Wrestling's Year End awards, Hulk Flair, Hiroshi Tanahashi's final opponent, Ryusuke Taguchi's newest breathing technique, and answer your questions.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon return with the annual Super J-Cast Year End Awards show. The votes have been calculated and your voices have been heard - from Wrestler of the Year, Tag Team of the Year, Show and Match of the Year to the often comical "Fan Choice" Awards, we throw flowers at the top performers of 2024. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon return with the annual Super J-Cast Year End Awards show. The votes have been calculated and your voices have been heard - from Wrestler of the Year, Tag Team of the Year, Show and Match of the Year to the often comical "Fan Choice" Awards, we throw flowers at the top performers of 2024. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Joel and Damon are return to review New Japan's Battle in the Valley show from San Jose. The guys discuss all of the big matches, including Konosuke Takeshita vs. KUSHIDA, Zack Sabre Jr. vs. Hechicero, and El Desperado vs. Taiji Ishimori. The guys also discuss the New Beginning line-up, Yuji Nagata Wrestling Life 40th Anniversary Blue Justice XV, a Super J-Cast reunion in Tokyo, and answer a ton of your questions.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/super-j-cast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy