Podcast appearances and mentions of John Pollock

John Pollock and Wai Ting review the All In: London fallout edition of AEW Dynamite featuring two major All Out match announcements, The New Level & Swerve Strickland defending the Trios titles, and Mercedes Moné's world title celebration.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Paul LeDuc dies at 89The New Level discloses the extent of WWE's pay cut offerAEW All In London turnstile countNXT recap following Heatwave MLP Mayhem & TNA Impact lineupPOST Wrestling Café Schedule:Wednesday: Rewind-A-Dynamite XLThursday: ASK-A-WAI Mailbag Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLSaturday: Collision CourseFREE Shows:Wednesday: Pollock & ThurstonWednesday: Rewind-A-DynamiteFriday: Rewind-A-SmackDownSunday: WWE Sunday Night's Main Event Ad Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comPhoto Courtesy: AEWRewind-A-Dynamite Theme by Jacob ChesnutBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Elisa Tamarkin, an English prof of high repute (Anglophilia and Apropos of Something: A History of Irrelevance and Relevance) at UC Berkeley, joins RTB to discuss Done in a Day: Telex from the Fall of Saigon. It is an extended reflection on the last day of the Vietnam War, set against the imminent disappearance of war coverage in the nation's city newspapers, and framed through her own stepfather's experience covering the war. Tamarkin anatomizes curious forms of self-delusion that flourished in the American Me generation and traces the subtle trajectory that stretching from the journalistic autonomy of the mid-century to the "embedded reporters" of the US war in Iraq to today's implacable governmental hostility to truthful reportage. Back in the 1960's Hannah Arendt and others warned that bubbles of non-information and delusive self-deceit got propagated within the corridors of power and out in the larger public realm. Now cloudy misinformation is the property of a near-ubiquitous social media realm whose corrosive effect (the power to unthink) is far less circumscribed. Mentioned Hannah Arendt, "Lying in Politics" (subject of an earlier RTB episode) and "Home To Roost". Frank Kermode Sense of an Ending (1967). The philosopher John Pollock published a book called Knowledge and Justification in 1975. Jamie Cohen-Cole The Open Mind Ernest Becker, The Denial of Death (1973). Ursula Le Guin The Lathe of Heaven 1971 (Elisa also mentions John's book on Le Guin). R. A. Lafferty, The Fall of Rome (1971). Thomas Harris, I'm OK, You're OK (1967). Recallable Books: Adam Phillips, On Giving Up. Graham Greene, The Quiet American (1955). Read the transcript of the episode here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/military-history

Elisa Tamarkin, an English prof of high repute (Anglophilia and Apropos of Something: A History of Irrelevance and Relevance) at UC Berkeley, joins RTB to discuss Done in a Day: Telex from the Fall of Saigon. It is an extended reflection on the last day of the Vietnam War, set against the imminent disappearance of war coverage in the nation's city newspapers, and framed through her own stepfather's experience covering the war. Tamarkin anatomizes curious forms of self-delusion that flourished in the American Me generation and traces the subtle trajectory that stretching from the journalistic autonomy of the mid-century to the "embedded reporters" of the US war in Iraq to today's implacable governmental hostility to truthful reportage. Back in the 1960's Hannah Arendt and others warned that bubbles of non-information and delusive self-deceit got propagated within the corridors of power and out in the larger public realm. Now cloudy misinformation is the property of a near-ubiquitous social media realm whose corrosive effect (the power to unthink) is far less circumscribed. Mentioned Hannah Arendt, "Lying in Politics" (subject of an earlier RTB episode) and "Home To Roost". Frank Kermode Sense of an Ending (1967). The philosopher John Pollock published a book called Knowledge and Justification in 1975. Jamie Cohen-Cole The Open Mind Ernest Becker, The Denial of Death (1973). Ursula Le Guin The Lathe of Heaven 1971 (Elisa also mentions John's book on Le Guin). R. A. Lafferty, The Fall of Rome (1971). Thomas Harris, I'm OK, You're OK (1967). Recallable Books: Adam Phillips, On Giving Up. Graham Greene, The Quiet American (1955). Read the transcript of the episode here. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/southeast-asian-studies

Elisa Tamarkin, an English prof of high repute (Anglophilia and Apropos of Something: A History of Irrelevance and Relevance) at UC Berkeley, joins RTB to discuss Done in a Day: Telex from the Fall of Saigon. It is an extended reflection on the last day of the Vietnam War, set against the imminent disappearance of war coverage in the nation's city newspapers, and framed through her own stepfather's experience covering the war. Tamarkin anatomizes curious forms of self-delusion that flourished in the American Me generation and traces the subtle trajectory that stretching from the journalistic autonomy of the mid-century to the "embedded reporters" of the US war in Iraq to today's implacable governmental hostility to truthful reportage. Back in the 1960's Hannah Arendt and others warned that bubbles of non-information and delusive self-deceit got propagated within the corridors of power and out in the larger public realm. Now cloudy misinformation is the property of a near-ubiquitous social media realm whose corrosive effect (the power to unthink) is far less circumscribed. Mentioned Hannah Arendt, "Lying in Politics" (subject of an earlier RTB episode) and "Home To Roost". Frank Kermode Sense of an Ending (1967). The philosopher John Pollock published a book called Knowledge and Justification in 1975. Jamie Cohen-Cole The Open Mind Ernest Becker, The Denial of Death (1973). Ursula Le Guin The Lathe of Heaven 1971 (Elisa also mentions John's book on Le Guin). R. A. Lafferty, The Fall of Rome (1971). Thomas Harris, I'm OK, You're OK (1967). Recallable Books: Adam Phillips, On Giving Up. Graham Greene, The Quiet American (1955). Read the transcript of the episode here. Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/southeast-asian-studies

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW All In: London from Wembley Stadium featuring Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay for the AEW World Championship, and Willow Nightingale vs. Mercedes Moné for the AEW Women's World Championship.00:09:23 AEW All In Review Starts00:22:45 The New Level debuts during Trios Roulette Royale01:17:38 Mercedes Mone vs Willow Nightingale01:31:05 Omega vs Ospreay02:09:02 Superchats & FeedbackAd-free & fully timestamped version available for patrons afterwards at POSTwrestlingCafe.comAEW All In: LondonAugust 30, 2026London, EnglandWembley StadiumAEW World Championship: Kenny Omega (c) vs. Will OspreayAEW Women's World Championship: Willow Nightingale (c) vs. Mercedes MonéAEW International Championship: Kyle Fletcher (c) vs. Konosuke Takeshita vs. Kazuchika OkadaMen's Casino Gauntlet (Winner Earns a Future AEW World Championship Match Contract): Andrade El Ídolo (#1) vs. MJF (#2) vs. ???AEW Continental Challenge Cup Final: Jon Moxley (c) vs. Nigel McGuinnessAEW World Tag Team Championship: Adam Copeland & Christian Cage (c) vs. Young BucksAEW Women's World Tag Team Championship: Divine Dominion (c) vs. Brawling BirdsTNT Championship Falls Count Anywhere Match: Kevin Knight (c) vs. Darby AllinThe Buy In:AEW World Trios Championship Trios Roulette Royale: Adam Page, Bandido & Brody King (c) vs. Bang Bang Gang (Jay White, Austin Gunn & Colten Gunn) vs. The Dogs (Gabe Kidd, David Finlay & Clark Connors) vs. The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Roderick Strong & Kyle O'Reilly) vs. The Demand (Ricochet, Bishop Kaun & Toa Liona) vs. Death Riders (Claudio Castagnoli, PAC & Wheeler Yuta) vs. Wild Card TeamAEW TBS Championship: Maya World (c) vs. PersephoneKris Statlander & Harley Cameron vs. Sisters of Sin (Julia Hart & Skye Blue)The Opps (Anthony Bowens, HOOK, Katsuyori Shibata & Action Andretti) vs. Lio Rush & The Rascalz (Myron Reed, Dezmond Xavier & Zachary Wentz)Boom & Doom (Big Boom AJ & QT Marshall) & The Hurt Syndicate (Shelton Benjamin & Bobby Lashley) vs. Shane Taylor Promotions (Lee Moriarty, Shane Taylor, Carlie Bravo & Shawn Dean)Photo Courtesy: AEWAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Wai Ting welcomes Jordan Goodman to review WWE SmackDown as Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton deliver a heated exchange, Kevin Owens & CM Punk react to their controversial title match, Chelsea Green returns to action teaming with Tiffany Stratton, and Tatum Paxley makes her SD in-ring debut.XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.AEW All In: London 2026 Media Call with Tony KhanJim Ross health update; “disappointed” he won't be at AEW All InWWE to hold Wrestlepalooza: Perth on Dec. 12POST Wrestling Café Schedule:Audio updates from John Pollock in London for all membersFriday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLSaturday: Collision CourseFREE Shows:Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDownSunday: AEW All In London ReviewAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comPhoto Courtesy: WWERASD Theme by THE IDENTiTY CRiSiS: theidentitycrisis.com / youtube.com/theidcBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock speaks with Dave Hodgson, Co-Executive Producer of Dark Side of the Cage, on this season's topics, including an interview with an incarcerated Phil Baroni. Hodgson chats about the improvements from season one, landing an interview with Phil Baroni in prison on murder charges, the Affliction promotion and Donald Trump's involvement, the UFC's most successful pay-per-view ever, and the forgotten figures in MMA. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XXm6TgTaO0M Dark Side of the Cage - Season 2 premieres on Tuesday, September 1 at 9 p.m. ET on VICE TV Photo courtesy: VICE TV Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock speaks to Kyle Fletcher, Speedball Mike Bailey, Willow Nightingale, Maya World and Kevin Knight ahead of AEW All In: London.Follow John's audio updates from London all week long at POSTwrestlingCafe.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston look at the latest figures for AEW All In London, the WWE merger lawsuit update, and ESPN's denial of a report that it won't renew WWE once its deal expires. 00:00:00 Start00:06:12 WWE merger lawsuit update00:17:30 AEW All In London attendance, comparisons to non-WWE shows00:25:55 Should Brandon watch more wrestling?00:29:42 ESPN denies report it won't be renewing WWE deal00:41:49 ESPN Unlimited raising its prices00:44:40 Rob Bonta calls off settlement talks with Paramount 00:52:44 Linda McMahon's comments about sexual abuse in schools00:58:18 Palmer v. Nunez update01:00:22 NFL complains about changes to NielsenMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston look at the latest figures for AEW All In London, WWE merger lawsuit update, and ESPN's denial of a report that it won't renew WWE once its deal expires. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/H3njxz5jjzsTopics this week include:WWE merger lawsuit updateAEW All In London this weekend How this weekend's attendance compares to biggest non-WWE shows Will Ospreay aiming for 50,000 tickets ESPN denies report it won't be renewing WWE dealESPN Unlimited raising its prices Rob Bonta calls off settlement talks with Paramount Linda McMahon's comments about sexual abuse in schoolsNFL complains about changes to Nielsen Palmer v. Nunez updateMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw with a new faction's surprise debut in the main event, and the semi-finals of the World Heavyweight Title No. 1 contender's tournament as Penta faces La Parka and Rey Fenix takes on Dragon Lee.Plus, a contract signing between Oba Femi and Bron Breakker for their match at Sunday Night's Main Event.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Matt Cardona suffers torn tricepsROH Death Before Dishonor highlightsTNA LockdownRina wins STARDOM 5 Star Grand Prix AAA Ola de Calor AEW Grand Slam France NXT & AEW Dynamite lineups POST Wrestling Café Schedule:Live updates from John & Neal in London beginning on Thursday for membersMonday: Rewind-A-Raw XLWednesday: Dark Side (Zach Gowan) & WWE Unreal Ep. 5 Wednesday: Rewind-A-Dynamite XLThursday: Rewind-A-Wai - WWF Aggression album Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLSaturday: Collision CourseFREE Shows:Monday: Rewind-A-RawTuesday: upNXTWednesday: Rewind-A-DynamiteThursday: Pollock & ThurstonFriday: Rewind-A-SmackDownSunday: AEW All In London with John, Wai & Neal Ad Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comPhoto Courtesy: WWE Rewind-A-Raw Theme by Colby John: https://soundcloud.com/colbyjohnBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about the WrestleMania 42 attendance, Missy Hyatt repeats an allegation about Vince McMahon, and All In hits 40k. 00:00:00 Start00:01:34 WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia 00:05:57 Janel Grant describes a recent hospital stay 00:08:47 WrestleMania 42 attendance from Las Vegas Stadium Authority 00:32:43 Missy Hyatt repeats allegation against Vince McMahon on Dark Side 00:39:28 Ryohei Oiwa vs. Yuya Uemura 00:47:11 G1 Climax attendance stats 00:53:36 How many younger wrestlers are being pushed in NJPW, AEW & WWE?01:03:24 AEW All In London approaching 40,000 tickets out 01:05:36 Gregory Fenelon acquires 9.4 million shares of TKO stock 01:09:59 Nick Khan's stock sales01:12:59 Peacock raises its prices Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about the WrestleMania 42 attendance, Missy Hyatt repeats an allegation about Vince McMahon, and All In hits 40k. Video version: https://www.youtube.com/live/PzjDjvcp-L4Topics this week include:Janel Grant describes a recent hospital stay Missy Hyatt repeats allegation against Vince McMahon on Dark Side WrestleMania 42 attendance from Las Vegas Stadium Authority G1 Climax wraps, final attendance stats with comparisons to past yearsAEW All In London approaching 40,000 tickets out Gregory Fenelon acquires 9.4 million shares of TKO stock Nick Khan's stock salesPeacock raises its prices Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite with Ospreay & Omega in a sit-down interview and separate trios matches against the Don Callis Family. Plus, the C3 quarterfinals begin with Jon Moxley vs. Jay White, and Nigel McGuinness vs. Hechicero. Also: Maya World defends the TBS Championship in a four-way match, and an interview with Mercedes Moné and Willow Nightingale.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Latest update from Jim Ross, aiming to travel to LondonWrestleMania 42 attendance figures reportedNXT Heatwave card takes shape ROH Death Before Dishonor on FridayMLP & TNA Impact lineups POST Wrestling Café Schedule:Thursday: Total Nonstop Agony by Vince Russo (Dbl Dbl & Espresso)Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLSaturday: ROH Death Before Dishonor with Bruce & Kate Saturday: Collision CourseFREE Shows:Thursday: Pollock & ThurstonFriday: Rewind-A-SmackDownAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comPhoto Courtesy: AEWRewind-A-Dynamite Theme by Jacob ChesnutBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock chats with Trish Stratus about WWF, WCW & ECW's interest in signing her, retiring at 30, and First Crush Live in Toronto this Friday. Trish Stratus hosts a special Q&A at The Second City in Toronto before SmackDown and chats with Pollock about her unique recruitment by the WWF in 1999, the buzz she cultivated on The LAW & TSN's Off the Record, interest from WCW & ECW, her feud with Stephanie McMahon in 2001, and her process when pitched with ideas.First Crush Live - Stratus Loading takes place at The Second City in Toronto this Friday at 4 p.m. with tickets available at FirstCrushbyTrish.com Photo courtesy: Fabian Di Corcia (@fabiandicorcia)Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw as Jey Uso delivers Solo Sikoa to Roman Reigns, Chad Gable defends the Intercontinental title against Rey Mysterio, and the #1 contendership tournament continues.Plus, the reveal of this year's G1 Climax Contest winner and results from Chris Engler.

Wai Ting and Neal Flanagan review WWE SmackDown as Chelsea Green's post-injury championship status is determined, while Kevin Owens and CM Punk deliver another must-see promo battle ahead of next week's title match.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the final settlement figure in the merger suit, WWE's redacted filing, All In tickets, and etiquette for Indies. 00:00:00 Start00:01:03 Etiquette for setting up chairs at Indie shows00:12:52 Full merger settlement figure revealed for WWE & Vince McMahon00:24:37 WWE files Netflix contract… sort of00:28:20 G1 Climax wraps up this weekend - how did it perform?00:33:50 AEW All In London ticket update with two weeks to go 00:40:21 CM Punk confirmed for Worlds Collide head-to-head in Chicago00:44:13 TV ratings update from Spoiler TV last night Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the final settlement figure in the merger suit, WWE's redacted filing, All In tickets, and etiquette for Indies. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn1w63oeBnoTopics this week include:Full merger settlement figure revealed for WWE & Vince McMahonWWE files Netflix contract… sort ofG1 Climax wraps up this weekend - how did it perform? AEW All In London ticket update with two weeks to go CM Punk confirmed for Worlds Collide head-to-head in Chicago, advertised for 22 datesTV ratings update from STV last nightEtiquette for setting up chairs at Indie shows Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite featuring David Finlay vs. Jay White and Jon Moxley vs. Jack Perry in Continental Cup first round matches.Plus: MJF vs. Nick Wayne vs. Speedball for the #2 spot in the All In Casino Gauntlet, and Kevin Knight vs. Chris Jericho for the TNT Championship.

John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw as Jey Uso battles Solo Sikoa to force his Bloodline return, Penta faces Laredo Kid in a No. 1 contender's title tournament match, Bron Breakker & Oba Femi's feud heats up, and Becky Lynch & Stephanie Vaquer exchange words.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover TKO's second-quarter earnings report, Mark Shapiro's comments about SummerSlam, WWE's portion of the merger settlement, and more.00:00:00 Start00:04:00 TKO Q2 Earnings Report 00:26:46 Minor update in WWE merger settlement00:31:54 WWE's portion of merger lawsuit settlement 00:41:22 WWE Royal Rumble in Arizona as part of multi-event deal00:43:22 David Ellison defends Paramount-WBD merger, trial date set00:49:27 Programming Insider no longer receiving data 00:52:22 WWE SVP Patrick Dooley leaves company 00:53:39 WWE market-to-market comparison from July 01:00:24 AEW market-to-market comparisons from July01:04:00 Surprise data 01:10:00 TNA announces partnership with DUDE Wipes01:13:39 U.S. viewership for WWE RawMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover TKO's second-quarter earnings report, Mark Shapiro's comments about SummerSlam, WWE's portion of the merger settlement, and more.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/9-mWpJSieR8Topics this week include:Minor update in WWE merger settlementTKO's second-quarter earnings reportWWE's portion of merger lawsuit settlement WWE Royal Rumble in Arizona as part of multi-event dealDavid Ellison defends Paramount-WBD merger, trial date setProgramming Insider no longer receiving data WWE SVP Patrick Dooley leaves company WWE market-to-market comparison from July AEW market-to-market comparisons from JulyTNA announces partnership with DUDE WipesMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Grand Slam: Mexico 2026 featuring Kyle Fletcher vs. Speedball Mike Bailey, Will Ospreay vs. Mark Davis in a Mexican Street Fight, and the return of MJF.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Former NWA champion Dory Funk Jr. diesBrock Lesnar announces his retirement Roman Reigns to defend title in Mexico CityRoyal Rumble locationUpdate on Brie BellaConor McGregor has surgeryNXT Underground matchCMLL Semana Internacional G1 Climax, Maple Leaf Pro & TNA Impact lineups POST Wrestling Café Schedule:Friday: MCU L8R: Spider-Man Brand New Day Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLSaturday: Collision CourseG1 Climax Schedule:Thursday: G1 Climax 36 Night 12 w/ John & WaiSunday: G1 Climax 36 Night 13 & 14 w/ WH & EricFREE Shows:Thursday: Pollock & ThurstonFriday: Rewind-A-SmackDownAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comPhoto Courtesy: AEWRewind-A-Dynamite Theme by Jacob ChesnutBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE SummerSlam 2026: Night 2 featuring Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins for the World Heavyweight Championship, the return of Kevin Owens, and the Mug Root Beer Mascot.Ad-free & timestamped version available for patrons at POSTwrestlingCafe.comWWE SummerSlamAugust 2, 2026U.S. Bank StadiumMinneapolis, MinnesotaWorld Heavyweight Championship: Roman Reigns © vs. Seth RollinsInterim WWE Women's Championship Ladder Match: Charlotte Flair vs. Jade Cargill vs. Tiffany Stratton vs. Chelsea Green vs. Lash LegendIntercontinental Championship: Penta © vs. Chad GableUnited States Championship: Trick Williams © vs. Baron CorbinFinn Bálor vs. Sami ZaynDanhausen vs. Dominik MysterioAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE SummerSlam 2026: Night 1 featuring CM Punk vs. Cody Rhodes for the WWE Championship and Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi inside Hell In A Cell.Ad-free & timestamped version available for patrons at POSTwrestlingCafe.comWWE SummerSlamAugust 1, 2026U.S. Bank StadiumMinneapolis, MinnesotaUndisputed WWE Championship: CM Punk © vs. Cody RhodesHell in a Cell Match: Brock Lesnar vs. Oba FemiWomen's World Championship: Liv Morgan © vs. IYO SKYGunther vs. Nick AldisLA Knight, Solo Sikoa & Royce Keys vs. The Bloodline (Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso & Jacob Fatu)Fatal Influence vs. The Bella Twins & PaigeAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Neal Flanagan review WWE SmackDown with a final faceoff involving CM Punk and Cody Rhodes, Priest & R-Truth vs. War Raiders, and a qualifier between Giulia and Lash Legend.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Anthony Smith posts bail over felony chargesG1 Climax update after night 9Motor City Machine Guns debut on CollisionJacques Rougeau's reported issues at RedemptionMyAEW adds another six promotionsTriplemania night 1 moved to larger venuePOST Wrestling Café Schedule:Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLSaturday: MCU L8R: X-Men ‘97 Season 2 G1 Climax Schedule:Saturday: Night 8 & 9 with Bruce Lord & Eric Marcotte Monday: Night 10 & 11 with Karen Peterson & Kate from MTLFREE Shows:Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDownSaturday: WWE SummerSlam - Night 1 Sunday: WWE SummerSlam - Night 2 Ad Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comPhoto Courtesy: WWERASD Theme by THE IDENTiTY CRiSiS: theidentitycrisis.com / youtube.com/theidcBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through the latest headaches for Paramount and Ari Emanuel's op-ed, Janel Grant's case is officially closed, and WWE stages SummerSlam in Minneapolis.00:00:00 Start00:02:29 Ari Emanuel's op-ed regarding Paramount-WBD00:17:43 Janel Grant's case officially closed, moves to arbitration00:31:02 WWE Radio launches00:39:08 Paul Levesque on house shows in WWE00:46:30 WWE SummerSlam this weekend 00:50:27 Updated projections00:51:53 TripleMania moved to MGM Grand 00:55:00 MyAEW adds more promotions 00:58:48 Plaintiffs file letter to court in WWE merger case01:03:05 WWE & Thurston file letter re: public access questionMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through the latest headaches for Paramount and Ari Emanuel's op-ed, Janel Grant's case is officially closed, and WWE stages SummerSlam in Minneapolis.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/live/aZyDSHwbxK8Topics this week include:Janel Grant's case officially closed, moves to arbitrationWWE SummerSlam this weekend in Minneapolis YouTube TV to offer ESPN Unlimited TripleMania moves to MGM Grand Garden ArenaMyAEW adds six more promotionsWWE Radio launches (no AEW talk, Thunder Rosa leaves)Paul Levesque on Busted Open Radio Ari Emanuel's op-ed regarding Paramount-WBDPlaintiffs file letter to court in WWE merger caseWWE & Thurston file letter re: public access questionMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Redemption from Montreal featuring Kenny Omega vs. Kevin Knight for the AEW Men's World Championship, and Thekla vs. Willow for the AEW Women's World Championship.Ad-free & timestamped version available for patrons afterwards at POSTwrestlingCafe.comAEW RedemptionJuly 26, 2026Montreal, Quebec, CanadaBell CentreAEW Men's World Championship: Kenny Omega (c) vs. Kevin KnightAEW Women's World Championship: Thekla (c) vs. Willow NightingaleAEW National Championship: Mark Davis (c) vs. Andrade El ÍdoloNo Holds Barred: "The Painmaker" Chris Jericho vs. Tommaso CiampaAEW International Championship: Kyle Fletcher (c) vs. BandidoAEW World Tag Team Championship: Cage and Cope (c) vs. Death Riders (Claudio Castagnoli and Pac)Death Riders (Jon Moxley and Will Ospreay) vs. The Young BucksAEW TBS Championship: Hikaru Shida (c) vs. Maya WorldSix-way Ladder Match to determine the #1 contender for the AEW International Championship: Jack Perry vs. The Beast Mortos vs. Komander vs. "Speedball" Mike Bailey vs. Nick Wayne vs. El ClonDouble Chain Tag Team Match: Bang Bang Gang (Jay White and Juice Robinson) vs. The Dogs (David Finlay and Clark Connors)The Buy-In:AEW World Trios Championship: The Conglomeration (Orange Cassidy, Roderick Strong & Kyle O'Reilly) vs. The Lethal TwistRougeau Family CelebrationPhoto Courtesy: AEWAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover Janel Grant's move toward arbitration, WWE's viewership on Netflix, and WWE Radio launching on SiriusXM. 00:00:00 Start00:04:53 Janel Grant, WWE & Vince McMahon heading to arbitration00:12:08 Update on Thurston's challenge in the WWE merger suit00:17:34 WWE Radio on SiriusXM00:30:43 JPMorgan analysis on WWE00:34:00 Andreas Hale among cuts at ESPN00:49:35 WWE viewership on Netflix over the first six months of 202601:03:35 WWE adds ‘Mania 43 Watch Parties, live events for NYC01:07:24 AEW Redemption media call with Tony Khan01:10:48 Paramount - WBD merger is temporarily paused01:16:22 WWE SummerSlam & AEW All In London ticket updatesMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover Janel Grant's move toward arbitration, WWE's viewership on Netflix, and WWE Radio launching on SiriusXM.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nClugYUhJ5sTopics this week include:Janel Grant, WWE & McMahon heading to arbitrationWWE viewership on Netflix over the first six months of 2026WWE adds ‘Mania 43 Watch Parties, live events for NYCAndreas Hale among cuts at ESPNWWE Radio on SiriusXM Paramount - WBD merger is temporarily pausedUpdate on Thurston's Third Notice of ChallengeAEW Redemption media call with Tony KhanWWE SummerSlam & AEW All In London ticket updates Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite with Kevin Knight vs. Darby Allin for the TNT title, and Kenny Omega teaming with Will Ospreay & Jon Moxley against the Don Callis Family.Plus, John & Wai preview AEW Redemption in Montreal. The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Mike Santana appears on NXTG1 Climax update ESPN cuts include Andreas Hale AEW adds Fan Fest in LondonTNA Impact lineup

John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw featuring LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu, Penta & Chad Gable vs. Rusev & Ethan Page, and fallout from Saturday Night's Main Event.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.Janel Grant and defendants agree to arbitrationBen Askren retires after RAF matchG1 Climax update NXT & AAA in New York over WM 43 WeekendSummerSlam ticket update Conor McGregor's injury update NXT & AEW Dynamite lineups WWE non-competes expiring this week

John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE Saturday Night's Main Event: NYC from Madison Square Garden, featuring CM Punk & Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther & Sami Zayn, Danhausen vs. JD McDonagh, Paige & Brie Bella defending their tag titles against Fatal Influence, and a special appearance by New York Knicks' Jalen Brunson with Roman Reigns.Ad-free & timestamped version available for patrons at POSTwrestlingCafe.comWWE Saturday Night's Main Event: NYCJuly 19, 2026Madison Square GardenNew York City, NYCM Punk & Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther & Sami ZaynWWE Women's Tag Team Titles: Paige & Brie Bella © vs. Lainey Reid & Fallon HenleyNo DQ: Danhausen vs. JD McDonagh Bayley vs. Lyra ValkyriaNew York Knicks' Jalen Brunson to join Roman ReignsAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the UFC 329 viewership figures on Paramount+, TNA's chaotic history and the Dark Side series, Thurston's latest challenge, and WWE goes head-to-head with AEW in Chicago.00:00:00 Start00:02:48 UFC 329 viewership on Paramount+ 00:21:10 WWE Worlds Collide vs. AEW All Out 00:26:20 Update on Marcel Barthel's case00:31:13 AEW sues Queen of the Ring production company00:44:29 WWE Survivor Series in Houston00:48:43 WWE Gets Into Microdramas With ReelShort Collaboration00:51:29 Jeff Jarrett & The Battle for TNA on Dark Side 01:06:00 Super Chats01:16:13 Brandon Thurston's new challenges in the merger lawsuit 01:26:28 Mercedes Moné vs. Maya World rating revealed Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover TNA's chaotic history and the Dark Side series, Thurston's latest challenge, and WWE goes head-to-head with AEW in Chicago.Topics this week include:The Chaotic History of TNA WrestlingBrandon Thurston's new challenges in the merger lawsuit WWE to run head-to-head in Chicago against AEW All Out AEW sues Queen of the Ring production companyWWE announces Survivor Series in Houston, November 28UFC Sets Record Gate Without A Leg To Stand On$26.4 millionTHR EXCLUSIVE: WWE Gets Into Microdramas With ReelShort Collaborationhttps://corporate.wwe.com/about/news/2026/07-14-2026Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite with Kenny Omega's championship celebration, Andrade El Idolo facing Jake Doyle, and Mercedes Moné teaming with Divine Dominion.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Shota Umino out of the G1 Climax NXT recapLegal filing reveals Ludwig Kaiser's side of battery arrestAEW suing Queen of the Ring production companyMLP Mayhem & TNA Impact

John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw featuring a contract signing between Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins, a #1 Contender's Gauntlet Match for a shot at the Intercontinental title, Brock Lesnar's return, and IYO SKY vs. Roxanne Perez.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.Conor McGregor to undergo surgery Hangman Page returns on AEW CollisionG1 Climax - Opening Night Locations for WWE Survivor Series & AEW Full Gear MLP Northern Rising in Toronto NXT & AEW Dynamite lineups

Wai Ting and Neal Flanagan review WWE SmackDown as new champion CM Punk answers Cody Rhodes' SummerSlam challenge. Plus: A big angle involving Jade Cargill & Alexa Bliss, Finn Balor vs. Tama Tonga, Trick Williams vs. Carmelo Hayes, and the return of Baron Corbin.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.Jim Ross set for brain surgery this monthMaple Leaf Pro ‘Mayhem' will air on MyAEWAEW All In ticket sales reach 29,328Sheamus appears to confirm WWE exitHangman Page to return on AEW Collision

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover Thurston's challenge to unseal AEW contracts, Conor McGregor's return at UFC 329, and NJPW's kickoff of the G1 Climax in the U.S. 00:00:00 Start00:03:02 Judge rules AEW can file redacted version of contracts00:23:37 AEW announces All Out at the NOW Arena00:27:17 Question about the ring boy suit00:29:27 G1 Climax begins this Saturday in Illinois00:36:00 WWE & AEW hold sales for SummerSlam & All In London00:41:57 Conor McGregor returns at UFC 329 this weekend00:54:31 Bix Q&AMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite: Beach Break with MJF defending the AEW Championship against Kenny Omega, Konosuke Takeshita vs. Kyle Fletcher, and a Women's Casino Gauntlet to determine Thekla's next challenger.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:NXT recapJudge rules AEW may file redacted versions of contractsCM Punk to appear on SmackDown in Oklahoma CityNeal Flanagan's article on Conor McGregor AEW All In London ticket sales Join POST's G1 Predictions Contest (Closes Friday): postwrestling.com/g1

John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw featuring Sami Zayn defending the Undisputed WWE Championship against CM Punk, Sol Ruca vs. Raquel Rodriguez, and Street Profits vs. The Vision.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.Sheamus leaving WWE once his contract expiresEl Hijo del Vikingo undergoing surgeryAEW All Out returns to the NOW Arena OSKAR and Ryohei Oiwa qualify for the G1 ClimaxGabe Kidd wins IWGP Global Heavyweight title Tomoaki Honma to retire next yearTiger Mask's retirement match on TuesdayNXT & AEW Dynamite lineups Join POST's G1 Predictions Contest (Free): postwrestling.com/g1

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston play the audio of voice messages from Vince McMahon and Ari Emanuel concerning the WWE transaction process and Stephanie McMahon's role in the story. Plus: Janel Grant's latest posts, NXT's viewership for the Great American Bash on CW, WWE counters AEW All In with an NXT & AAA doubleheader in August & Brett Lauderdale comments on the state of Triller.00:00:00 Start00:01:00 Audio released of Ari Emanuel's 2022 offer of legal help to Vince McMahon00:10:14 Ari Emanuel's voicemail from Sept. 16, 202200:15:27 Emanuel's voicemail to Vince on Sept. 19, 202200:22:36 Vince McMahon's message to Ari on Dec. 13, 202200:36:51 Latest posts by Janel Grant 00:49:21 NXT Great American Bash viewership on CW01:00:52 Brett Lauderdale comments on Triller & MyAEW01:08:40 Independent contractor John CenaMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite with Kenny Omega making a big decision to earn an AEW title shot, MJF defending the AEW Championship against Mark Briscoe, and the Survival of the Fittest match for the vacant TBS title.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Audio released of Ari Emanuel's 2022 offer of legal help to Vince McMahon Bushiroad finalizes sale of NJPWGreat American Bash viewership on CWNikki Blackheart debuts on NXTEric Young, Big Bill & Mike Santana updates AEW Redemption will have an earlier start timeTNA Impact & Friday Night SmackDown lineupsOur thanks to Quince: quince.com/postwrestlingPOST Wrestling Café Schedule:Wednesday: Rewind-A-Dynamite XL Thursday: Rewind-A-Wai – Heels, Season 1 Ep. 1 & 3Thursday: Collision CourseFriday: MCU L8R – X-Men ‘97 Season 2 Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown XLFREE Shows:Wednesday: Rewind-A-DynamiteThursday: Pollock & Thurston Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDownAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comPhoto Courtesy: AEWRewind-A-Dynamite Theme by Jacob ChesnutBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock speaks with Dark Side of the Ring's Evan Husney about this season's episodes on Jeff Jarrett & TNA, Samoa vs. Necro Butcher, Missy Hyatt & more.Husney shares the decision behind the three-part special on Jarrett & TNA, their inability to speak with Dixie Carter, Tony Khan's involvement this season, an entire episode dedicated to one match, Missy Hyatt, and how the series has humanized a lot of performers after they're gone. Dark Side of the Ring returns on Tuesday, July 7, at 9 p.m. on VICE TVPhotos courtesy: VICE TV & Canadian Screen Awards Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Forbidden Door 2026 headlined by the Owen Hart Cup Finals featuring Will Ospreay vs. Swerve Strickland and Mercedes Moné vs. Maya World, along with Team Briscoe vs. Team MJF in a 12-man steel cage match.AEW Forbidden DoorJune 28, 2026San Jose, California, USASAP Center at San JoseMen's Owen Hart Cup Final: Will Ospreay vs. Swerve Strickland12-Man Steel Cage Match: Mark Briscoe, Orange Cassidy, Roderick Strong, Kyle O'Reilly, Konosuke Takeshita & Darby Allin vs. MJF, Kevin Knight, Kyle Fletcher, Jake Doyle, Kazuchika Okada, and Andrade El Ídolo (If Briscoe's team wins, he earns an AEW World Championship shot)Women's Owen Hart Cup Final: Mercedes Moné vs. Maya WorldAEW Women's World Championship: Thekla (c) vs. Starlight KidKenny Omega vs. Zack Sabre Jr.AEW Continental Championship: Jon Moxley (c) vs. BandidoAEW World Tag Team Championship: Cope & Christian Cage (c) vs. The Dogs (David Finlay & Clark Connors)IWGP Global Heavyweight Championship: Shota Umino (c) vs. PACThe Young Bucks vs. El Sky Team (Místico and Máscara Dorada) vs. Unbound Co. (Shingo Takagi and Titán)The Buy-In:AEW Women's World Tag Team Championship: Divine Dominion (Megan Bayne & Lena Kross) (c) vs. Thunder Rosa & OlympiaTBS Title Survival of the Fittest Qualifier: Skye Blue vs. MaikaDrilla Maloney vs. Daniel GarciaPhoto Courtesy: AEWAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE Night of Champions 2026 featuring Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther vs. Sami Zayn for the Undisputed Championship. Plus, King & Queen of the Ring winners are crowned.John & Wai discuss their current thoughts on the WWE-Saudi Arabia relationship, as well as the possible creative directions for SummerSlam coming out of this PLE.Ad-free & timestamped version available for patrons at POSTwrestlingCafe.comWWE Night of ChampionsJune 27, 2026Kingdom ArenaRiyadh, Saudi ArabiaUndisputed WWE Championship: Cody Rhodes © vs. Gunther vs. Sami ZaynQueen of the Ring Tournament Final: IYO SKY vs. Liv MorganKing of the Ring Tournament Final: Jey Uso vs. Oba FemiSteel Cage Match: Seth Rollins vs. Bron BreakkerWomen's United States Championship: Tiffany Stratton © vs. Jade CargillMen's United States Championship: Trick Williams © vs. Ricky SaintsAd Inquiries: info@truenativemedia.comBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comX: http://www.twitter.com/POSTwrestlingInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/POSTwrestlingFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/POSTwrestlingYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/POSTwrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss four major shows coming up this weekend, WWE's return to Saudi Arabia, and Tony Khan is asked about his interest in purchasing TNA.00:00:00 Start00:02:27 28 Days Later00:07:44 Major weekend of shows from WWE, AEW, TNA & NXT 00:11:48 WWE's latest trip to Saudi Arabia: What do these shows mean now?00:19:06 Tony Khan's Forbidden Door media call00:22:13 Would Tony buy TNA?00:39:08 Will MyAEW partner indies be a part of a PPV week of events?00:47:19 Paul Heyman comments on the creative process and his role00:58:00 TV ratings & attendance trends for WWE & AEW01:20:16 This week's lesson on what “off the record” means Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Pollock and Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite with Konosuke Takesita defending the International title against Ricochet, Swerve vs. Garcia, and Ospreay vs ELP. The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped. Today's topics:Full lineups for the G1 ClimaxNXT recap and update for GAB Dustin Poirier posts statement after arrest TNA Impact & WWE SmackDown lineupsAEW Forbidden Door Preview & Predictions