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Our Wrestling Podcast This week on Unscripted, the boys discuss: - Ricochet faces BACKLASH from the UNHINGED IWC! - Toni Storm injured and out all of 2026? - AEW Revolution Recap! - Oba and Lesnar face off! - and more! X: @owp2019 Instagram: @owp2019 Meta: www.facebook.com/ourwrestlingpodcast Twitch: www.twitch.tv/ourwrestlingpodcast Rumble: rumble.com/c/c-7660138 Youtube(sucks): www.youtube.com/channel/UCTcCUQMd…iew... #wwe #worldscolllide #aaa #nxt #wwenxt #smackdown #moneyinthebank #wwemitb #mtb #MARIAHMAY #MARIAHMAYNXT #blakemonroe #johncena #cenapipebomb #Johncenapromo #smackdown #britishbulldogs #britishbulldog #brocklesnar #ajlee #ajleereturns #wweraw #wrestlepalooza #aew #aewallout #wwewrestlepalooza #espn #wweonespn #zackryder #zackryderreturns #johncenasfinalmatch #SNME #WWESNME #CENA #CENAFINALMATCH #royalrumble #royalrumbleriyadh #royalrumble2026 #aew #andrade #ofmodels #wrestlemania42 #wweraw #codyrhodes #ricochet #obavslesnar #obaandlesnar Disclaimer - Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for fair use; for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use.
Joel (@JoelPearl) & Phil Lindsey review tonight's episode of WWE Raw, March 16, 2026, including: -Roman Reigns returns to Raw -Brock Lesnar waits for someone to answer his open challenge for WrestleMania 42 -Judgement Day speaks after turning on Finn Balor -AJ Lee (c) vs. Bayley for the Women's Intercontinental Championship -Women's World Champion Stephanie Vaquer vs. Raquel Rodriguez -Maxxine Dupri vs. Nattie -Original El Grande Americano vs. El Grande Americano EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fightful Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! A MUST HAVE for wrestling fans! Watch all WWE shows with one Netflix subscription, and save HUNDREDS on AEW PPV events with a MYAEW subscription! If you want to bet on Wrestling, or any other sport, check out our new partner where we get ALL of our odds! https://mybookie.website/joinwithFIGHTFUL and use the promo code FIGHTFUL. Deposit $100, get $50. Go in with $200, and they'll make it $100! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Nick Barbati from the VIP Podcast "The Nicky's Club" covering WWE each week. They discuss at length the third face-to-face segment in the build to WrestleMania between Roman Reigns and C.M. Punk, plus Oba Femi-Brock Lesnar-Seth Rollins, why Danhausen works and who he compares to in pop culture historically, and much more with live caller and chat interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
I've got a lot to say about the terrible OVW incident this week, plus final predictions for AEW Revolution tonight... why Will Ospreay got heat on social media this week... Swerve Strickland names his AEW Mount Rushmore and how mine compares to his... news on WWE's WrestleMania blackout on watch parties in Las Vegas... Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman reportedly not wanting Lesnar to lose until he retires... thoughts on Randy Orton's HEEL TURN (or was it really?) on Cody Rhodes and what doing it now and not at WrestleMania could mean... possible plans for Royce Keys at Mania and why it's not a bad idea... WWE reportedly to blame for NO MORE letter grades on ESPN.com PLE reviews, and how WWE can easily fix this if they're NOT responsible... how Sgt. Slaughter has given Hulk Hogan a run for his money with his own TALL TALES... the most shocking title changes in WWE history and my top three MOVIE DIRECTORS of all time!Support my sponsors this week by using the links below!EXPRESSVPN ▶ Get an extra FOUR MONTHS FREE of the #1 trusted VPN at http://www.expressvpn.com/solomonsterBETTERHELP ▶ Get 10 PERCENT OFF your first month and give online therapy a try at http://www.betterhelp.com/solomonster to start being your best self!WIX HARMONY ▶ The NEW WAY to create websites! Try it FREE at http://www.wix.com/harmony***Follow Solomonster on X (formerly Twitter) for news and opinion:http://x.com/solomonsterSubscribe to the Solomonster Sounds Off on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/user/TheSolomonster?sub_confirmation=1Become a Solomonster Sounds Off Channel Member:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9jcg7mk93fGNqWPMfl_Aig/join
Bum N Zilly finally got around to releasing this episode that we recorded last Friday March 6th. Hope ya'll enjoy the silly outdated sports takes and reviews! 00:11 "Arnold on the Run" and show intro (Suh) 01:41 Terrion Arnold in some trouble? 03:20 Bootless Byll breaks some NFL news 06:33 Bum's LiveScope purchase 08:23 "Price is Right" 12:37 Jim Carrey 13:47 Taylor Decker released and Monty traded 17:11 Free agency potential pick ups for the Lions 22:28 Vikings talk (Brady vs Paul) 24:43 MN State Hockey 26:50 Sabres roaring out of the NHL break 33:16 Sleepy Joe's tweet 34:33 Timberwolves talk 36:04 Laker's losing streak and Ayton ain't him 40:19 NBA championship odds 41:20 WWE Elimination Chamber review 47:16 Quick Winnie story 48:24 Back to the Elimination Chamber review 52:11 Danhausen's list of demands and a curse (Best selling T-shirts WWE) 56:00 The men's elimination chamber review (Random WWE chatter) 59:01 Seth Rollins, Daniel Bryan, Spike Dudley and Lesnar chatter 1:02:58 Randy wins the Men's chamber match 1:04:42 Demolition WWE HOF bound! 1:06:38 Thumb tack spots in wrestling and old PPVs (Mick Foley) 1:10:50 Initial thoughts on Dire Straits "Love and Gold" ("I Need You" Lynyrd Skynyrd) 1:13:13 Outro 1:14:27 Demolition tribute Want to get your thoughts involved with the podcast?Check us out on Twitter/X @BumNZillyshowEmail at bumandzillyshow@gmail.com
The Road to WrestleMania 42 just hit a massive roadblock! Join us as we break down the explosive report that Brock Lesnar and Paul Heyman have allegedly communicated to WWE Creative that "The Beast" will NOT be losing any matches before his rumored retirement at SummerSlam 2026. What does this mean for the dream match against Oba Femi? Is Triple H forced to pivot to LA Knight or Gunther to protect his rising stars? Tonight's Deep Dive & Discussion Points: THE BROCK LESNAR ULTIMATUM: We analyze the reports from Self Made Sessions and PWInsider about Lesnar's refusal to "job" until his final match in Minnesota. With the fans chanting for Oba Femi, is WWE risking a massive fan backlash if the "Ruler" takes a loss to a part-timer in Las Vegas? OBA FEMI VS. RUSEV RECAP: We review Oba Femi's dominant victory over Rusev on Monday Night RAW and why "The Ruler" seems ready for the biggest stage of them all—if Lesnar agrees to play ball. JUDGMENT DAY IMPLODES: In the most shocking moment from Seattle, The Judgment Day turned on Finn Bálor! We break down the brutal 4-on-1 attack led by Dominik Mysterio and JD McDonagh. From the "loaded" 619 to the steel chair frog splash, find out why Finn was officially kicked out of the group he helped lead for years. THE EMERGENCE OF THE DEMON? With Finn Bálor now a babyface, we discuss the potential for the return of The Demon at WrestleMania 42 to take down the new-look Judgment Day of Dominik, Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, and JD McDonagh. CM PUNK & THE USOS: We recap the nuclear promo from CM Punk targeting Roman Reigns' family and why Jey Uso finally snapped. Is the "Real" Bloodline finally done with the World Heavyweight Champion?
PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Zack Heydorn from Brass Ring Media and Sports Illustrated. They cover these topics:The Bronson Reed injury and how it shakes out for Logan Paul and Austin Theory as a resultThe MJF-"Hangan" Adam Page "stipulation" angle being overly complex and poorly explainedMailbag Topic: Blake Monroe/Mariah May overrated?Mailbag Topic: Is Johnny Gargano's gimmick basically he is distraught he's not in AEW?Becky Lynch-A.J. Lee story and what's just off about itPaul Levesque's booking of women based around interplay with a partner rather than singular focused goals and how it's left him without WrestleMania worthy matchesThe murky lay of the land for WrestleManiaThe Brock Lesnar open challenge and options for himDrew McIntyre's options for his title defense at WrestleMania, PWTorch poll response to that topic, and options for various wrestlers in the mixSwerve Strickland's heel turn in AEWBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Chris Maitland to discuss A.J. Styles's tribute show and a look at his career including where he ranks compared to contemporaries known for great matches. Also, Brock Lesnar's open challenge candidates, untimely and unfortunate Bronson Reed injury, Je'Von Evans's match with Kofi Kingston and his presentation overall, and much more with live caller, chat, and email contributions including an on-site correspondent who attended in Atlanta and relayed off-air happenings and crowd reaction insights.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
In this weeks TWC Show Arvy and Justin book the first week of their respective shows following their draft last week! Who booked the better show?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#TWCShow #RosterDraft #RawvsSmackdown #WWE #AEW Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/twc-show--4417554/support.
Welcome to Episode 169 of Wrestling Tonight, powered by G FUEL and Dick Lazers. Use code TAVERN to save 20 percent at GFUEL.com and DickLazers.com. Acefield Retro and Chad are back, and this week we are pulling on threads that could reshape how you look at the entire industry. We open with the story that quietly shifted the business conversation. CNN confirmed that Warner Bros. Discovery owns a minority stake in All Elite Wrestling. Not rumor. Not speculation. Confirmed. For years, Tony Khan has emphasized that he controls one hundred percent of AEW's decision making while declining to confirm outside equity. Now a Warner Bros. Discovery outlet has acknowledged ownership outright. What does that mean for AEW's future? For media rights negotiations? For leverage and perception? And why is this confirmation being framed inside a broader cultural conversation? We break down what is confirmed, what is still unknown, and what it signals long term. From there, we move into AEW Grand Slam Australia, a show that clarified the top of the card while leaving deeper storylines open. MJF retained the AEW World Championship against Brody King. Hangman Adam Page secured number one contender status. Jon Moxley and Konosuke Takeshita went to a time limit draw. Kyle Fletcher retained the TNT Championship. Wheeler Yuta lost his hair. The direction at the top is clear. The layers underneath are still shifting. Was this a defining moment for the spring? Or a stepping stone toward something bigger? We then pivot to WWE, where the numbers tell their own story. WrestleMania 42 ticket distribution currently sits at 36,964 for Night One and 36,737 for Night Two, roughly 18 percent behind last year's pace. Allegiant Stadium is advertising a 25 percent discount. Only CM Punk versus Roman Reigns is officially locked in. Brock Lesnar still does not have a confirmed opponent. Internal discussions have reportedly included LA Knight and Oba Femi. Lesnar returns on February 23. Is the board being carefully shaped, or is urgency creeping in as sales lag? We close with the 2025 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards, where several results sparked immediate backlash. John Cena versus Cody Rhodes was voted Worst Match of the Year. Booker T was voted Worst Television Announcer. AEW Collision ranked ahead of WWE Raw and WWE SmackDown. Bryan Alvarez publicly disagreed with multiple categories. Meanwhile, Mistico won Wrestler of the Year nineteen years after his first victory, and CMLL dominated across major awards. Are these results reflective of industry consensus, vocal fan sentiment, or deeper bias within the voting pool? Episode 169 is not just about results. It is about ownership, optics, ticket momentum, creative positioning, and perception colliding at the same time.
Justin LaBar and Robin Lundberg break down AEW Grand Slam in Australia covering the big moments from the show in Sydney. Plus, they speculate who the best opponent for Brock Lesnar is for WrestleMania. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
In this week's 5 Yrs Ago Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show (2-1-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch's Cameron Hawkins reviewed WWE Monday Night Raw with live callers and emails. They talked about Bad Bunny giving a celebrity rub to Damien Priest's Raw debut, Sheamus turning on Drew McIntyre, the latest with Charlotte, Lacey Evans, Ric Flair, and Asuka, an Edge vs. Randy Orton main event, more special effects and edits with Alexa Bliss, Lana & Naomi succeed as a new team, Riddle destroyed by Bobby Lashley, and more.Then in a bonus section, the one-year ago Wade Keller Hotline reviewing the Feb. 3, 2020 episode of Raw start-to-finish including Randy Orton addressing last week's Edge attack, a big Charlotte-Ripley angle, Drew McMahon shows confidence about beating Brock Lesnar, Ricochet earns shot at Lesnar in the main event, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Jan. 12 and 13, 2011.On the Jan. 12, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Pat McNeill were first joined by MMATorch's Jamie Penick to talk about Brock Lesnar coaching The Ultimate Fighter and various aspects of that story. Then they took live calls on a variety of subjects including Smackdown roster changes, TNA's new "They" storyline, and more, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they take listener email questions.Then on the Jan. 13, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks discussed with live callers TNA Impact going on the road in February, the future of the X Division and a potential replacement if the X Division were scrapped, news & notes from the Impact tapings, possibility of Batista and Chris Jericho returning to WWE, future of Nexus, the Smackdown reset last Friday, lack of chemistry between Randy Orton and The Miz, and much more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discuss the X Division and Impact on the road stories more, and break down the 2010 Year-End Awards to evaluate Torch reader picks.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (1-19-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell focused on the previous night's Raw, Royal Rumble and WrestleMania 32 scenarios and speculation, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discussed TNA and NXT and answered emails on the Raw and the Rumble and WrestleMania 32.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Thanks to our Partner, Pico TechnologyWatch Full Video EpisodeThis episode uses professional wrestling's “part-time performer” phenomenon—stars who leave, come back, and instantly get the spotlight—to explore something that happens in auto repair, too:When a specialist has a reputation that brings cars through the door, the right move is to lean into it—not resent it.Key Talking Points & Takeaways1) The Seth Rollins Quote Sets the Tone“If you're not learning, then you're stagnant… and the business isn't progressing.”Matt frames growth as a requirement—not a nice-to-have—for both the individual specialist and the shop.2) Wrestling 101: “Protecting the Business” vs. “Understanding the Draw”Matt revisits early WrestleMania and the idea of kayfabe (protecting the illusion) to explain a bigger concept:The “outsider celebrity” (like Mr. T back then) wasn't about pride—it was about bringing eyes and money.Selling offense (“selling” = making it look like it hurts) is part of making the other person look legitimate.3) The Modern Version: The Part-Time Star ProblemMatt runs through the familiar cycle:A star goes to Hollywood or appears occasionally (Rock, Cena, Undertaker, Lesnar, Goldberg).They return and get major wins/titles.The full-time grinders feel slighted—until they see the business reason:Those names are draws. Draws bring revenue.4) The Auto Repair Translation: The Specialist Who Brings Work InHere's the pivot:In shops, you sometimes have that person:the alignment specialistthe drivability/diagnostics specialistthe transmission/differential rebuilderthe ADAS/calibration personthe accessory/TPMS/trailer/camper personCustomers don't just ask for the shop… they ask for that specialist by name.Matt's point: Don't let ego or envy sabotage something that helps everyone.5) “Lean Into It” (Instead of Getting Weird About It)Matt argues you should:Promote that specialist more, not less.Treat their reputation as an asset to the entire shop.Recognize what it actually
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Dec. 27 and 28, 2010.On the Dec. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they discuss with live callers the Jeff Hardy legal situation and TNA's potential response, tonight's WWE Raw, Nexus's future, Edge & Christian, murky WWE brand split, Smackdown's future after strong rating last Tuesday, What If? on Daniel Bryan in Nexus, Royal Rumble PPV buys, why people in TNA allow mistakes to continue to be made, and more.Then on the Dec. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell discussed the previous night's episode of Raw and the fallout from TLC, and then take calls for most of the hour on a wide range of topics including Randy Orton, John Cena, WWE booking now versus a year ago, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talked about the dynamic between Raw and Smackdown headed into tonight's live Smackdown and Eric Bischoff, Desmond Wolfe, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era rolls on with your host Acefield Retro, and this week we're diving into one of the most transformative stretches of the entire project. Episode 6: The New Standard covers August through December 2003 — the moment when SmackDown didn't just outperform Raw, it redefined what WWE television could be. The original SmackDown Six formula sharpens into something faster, more ambitious, and more confident, and the blue brand starts carrying itself like the true flagship. We open with the match that shattered expectations for what a TV main event could look like: the 60-minute Iron Man Match between Brock Lesnar and Kurt Angle on September 18, 2003. With no September PPV, WWE hands them an entire hour on network TV, and they deliver a masterpiece of strategy, pacing, and physical storytelling. Lesnar wrestles like a cold, calculating monster, even sacrificing a fall early to inflict damage he cashes in later, while Angle brings textbook precision and furious comebacks. It's chaotic, logical, brutal, and brilliant. Brock's 5–4 win establishes him as SmackDown's apex predator and cements the match as one of the greatest in TV wrestling history. From there, we hit the Parking Lot Brawl between Eddie Guerrero and John Cena on August 28, and this week's episode is paired with a full Shot of Nostalgia watch-along of that match. Eddie weaponizes an entire parking lot with the same creativity he brings to a wrestling ring — seatbelts, hoods, roofs, doors — while Cena bumps and sells like a young star fighting to earn his stripes. Eddie bleeds, Cena crashes through a windshield, and the Frog Splash off one car onto another remains one of the defining images of the Guerrero legacy. It's gritty, stylish, violent, pure SmackDown identity — and being able to watch it back together in real time adds a whole new layer to how we talk about its impact. We also revisit Rey Mysterio vs. Tajiri from No Mercy 2003, a match that captures exactly why SmackDown's in-ring output was blowing Raw out of the water. Tajiri's heel turn, complete with red and black mist plus the arrival of Akio and Sakoda, gives the Cruiserweight division the villain it had been missing. Rey brings the explosiveness, Tajiri brings the strikes and swagger, and together they deliver a crisp, high-velocity title match that resets the entire division going into 2004. The rest of this episode is about how the entire brand evolves beneath the surface. Injuries pile up, Heyman's creative voice gets quieter, Goldberg's Raw run exposes WWE's stylistic confusion, and Evolution stumbles behind the scenes. Yet SmackDown stays true to itself — athletic realism, character-driven drama, and a match quality that feels years ahead of the WWE main-event formula. Even as the original SmackDown Six pairings splinter and reform in new combinations, their philosophy — built by Eddie, Edge, Benoit, Angle, Rey, and Chavo — pulses through every show. By December 2003, SmackDown isn't the "other" brand anymore. SmackDown is the new standard. Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era — Episode 6: The New Standard premieres Friday, December 13, 2025, wherever you listen. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to help the show grow. Visit TurnbuckleTavern.com for merch, archives, and the full network schedule, subscribe to the Shot of Nostalgia newsletter for bonus writeups and deep-dive extras, and support the project at Patreon.com/TheTurnbuckleTavern for just $2.99 a month to keep these deep dives alive. Powered by G FUEL and Dick Lazers — use code TAVERN at checkout for 20% off your entire order.
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Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era rolls on with your host Acefield Retro, and this week we are stepping into one of the most important stretches of the entire project. Episode 5, titled Eddie Ascending, covers February through July 2003. This is the moment when SmackDown did more than outperform Raw in the ring. It found its emotional core. WrestleMania XIX proves that the blue brand is the company's true in-ring backbone. The United States Championship returns and gives the midcard real purpose. Eddie Guerrero moves out of the tag ranks and becomes the heart of WWE. We begin at No Way Out 2003. Brock Lesnar and Chris Benoit are placed in a 2 on 3 handicap match after Edge's sudden neck injury forces him off television. The entire structure of SmackDown changes overnight, but from that uncertainty comes a turning point. Lesnar and Benoit fight from underneath, Team Angle grows into something special, and the rivalry between Lesnar and Kurt Angle begins to intensify just weeks before WrestleMania. From there we head into WrestleMania XIX, a main event that almost collapses before it happens. Kurt Angle is wrestling with a severe neck injury that should have kept him out entirely. Brock Lesnar nearly lands on his head attempting the Shooting Star Press. Somehow the match still becomes one of the most dramatic finishes of the era. Brock leaves as champion. Angle proves again that he is superhuman. Despite injuries and constant reshuffling, SmackDown stands tall as WWE's true wrestling showcase. After WrestleMania, the story shifts to Eddie Guerrero. The booking becomes chaotic, but Eddie thrives when things get messy. His partnership with Tajiri looks random at first, but it quickly becomes inspired. We take a closer look at their Tag Team Championship run, including a complete watch along of the June 26, 2003 Madison Square Garden match against Roddy Piper and Sean O'Haire. The match captures everything special about this period. Nostalgia, comedy, wild character energy, and athleticism all blend together. Holding the titles gives Eddie the opportunity to show every piece of who he is. The humor, the intensity, the timing, and the emotion are all there. The second half of the episode focuses on the return of the United States Championship. Stephanie McMahon brings the title back to SmackDown, instantly giving the midcard a new sense of identity. The tournament becomes a showcase for Eddie Guerrero and Chris Benoit. Their Vengeance 2003 final is a 20 minute battle filled with technique, grit, creative shortcuts, and a major surprise from Rhyno. Eddie wins the championship with the Frog Splash, and the title immediately feels meaningful again because Eddie makes everything he touches feel important. We also explore the early signs of tension between Eddie and Chavo. Chavo's frustrations build quietly as Eddie's star begins to rise even higher. These small moments begin the emotional story that eventually leads to Chavo's turn later in 2003. It is layered and human and exactly the kind of storytelling that defined this era. Alongside the on screen events, we take a wider look at the company through the Wrestling Observer newsletters. Paul Heyman is quietly removed from creative. The injury list grows longer every week. WWE struggles to commit to a consistent style. Evolution never forms the way it was intended. Goldberg arrives and immediately loses momentum. Nostalgia and shock television fill airtime, while SmackDown continues to stand out through strong wrestling and grounded, character driven stories. Eddie's rise, the renewed importance of the United States Championship, and the remarkable depth of the midcard give the brand stability during a turbulent period. By the time we reach the summer of 2003, SmackDown is no longer simply the house that the SmackDown Six built. It becomes the place where Eddie Guerrero's redemption arc turns into the emotional heartbeat of the entire Ruthless Aggression era. Fans begin to see him not only as a great performer but as someone who could eventually lead the company. Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era Episode 5, Eddie Ascending, premieres Friday, December 5, 2025, wherever you listen. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to support the project. You can visit TurnbuckleTavern dot com for merchandise, archives, and the full network schedule, and you can join Patreon dot com slash The Turnbuckle Tavern for $2.99 a month to help keep these deep dives going. Powered by G FUEL and Dick Lazers. Use code TAVERN for 20 percent off your entire order.
Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era continues with your host Acefield Retro as we revisit the stretch where SmackDown quietly became the best wrestling show in the world. Episode 4: The Golden Age of Tag Team Wrestling covers November 2002 through January 2003, the period when Paul Heyman's system reached perfect balance. Every story connected, every match mattered, and SmackDown had evolved into a complete wrestling ecosystem that thrived on craft, chemistry, and trust. It begins on the November 7 episode of SmackDown when Edge and Rey Mysterio finally defeated Kurt Angle and Chris Benoit in a two out of three falls match for the WWE Tag Team Titles. The match ran twenty four minutes and delivered a level of teamwork and precision that elevated the entire division. Just ten days later at Survivor Series 2002, Los Guerreros seized the spotlight by outsmarting both teams in one of the most celebrated triple threat tag matches of the decade. Their victory represented everything that made this era special. Eddie and Chavo's mix of wit, charisma, and timing made them the emotional center of SmackDown. This week's episode includes a special watch along of that match as we relive every moment of how they captured gold and redefined tag team storytelling. From there the show only gained momentum. On December 5, Angle, Benoit, Edge, and Eddie Guerrero met in a fatal four way elimination match that tied every rivalry together and showed how deeply Heyman's creative system was working. By the end of December, Team Angle had arrived. Charlie Haas and Shelton Benjamin debuted on December 26 as Kurt Angle's chosen proteges, a pair of amateur wrestling standouts who brought a new layer of technical excellence to the brand. That arrival carried the SmackDown philosophy into the next year. The run reached its peak in January when Benoit and Edge faced Team Angle and Kurt, leading directly into the Royal Rumble 2003 where Kurt Angle defended the WWE Championship against Chris Benoit in a match that remains one of the most respected in company history. We also look at the wider picture through the Wrestling Observer newsletters from late 2002 that captured just how different SmackDown's approach was compared to Raw. While Raw was relying on shock segments that turned viewers away, SmackDown was earning loyalty through clarity and consistency. The Observer also documented the behind the scenes chaos surrounding Hulk Hogan's negotiations with Vince McMahon. Hogan had been planned to return for Survivor Series against Brock Lesnar but refused to lose to him again. The standoff left Lesnar without his expected opponent and forced creative to shift focus, which in turn gave SmackDown's tag division more room to shine. It was the kind of unintended consequence that helped the blue brand rise even higher. Fans made their preference clear. Ratings climbed, crowd reactions intensified, and SmackDown became the heartbeat of WWE's weekly television. By early 2003, SmackDown was not competing with Raw anymore. It had become its own force. Every match carried meaning, every performer felt essential, and every story flowed naturally. This was the golden age of tag team wrestling, a time when structure, emotion, and athletic storytelling defined an entire generation of WWE television. Shot of Nostalgia: The SmackDown Six Era Episode 4 premieres Saturday, November 29, 2025, wherever you listen. Like, subscribe, and leave a review to help the show grow. Visit TurnbuckleTavern.com for merch, archives, and the full network schedule, and support the project at Patreon.com/TheTurnbuckleTavern for just 2.99 a month to keep these deep dives alive. Powered by G FUEL and Dick Lazers, use code TAVERN at checkout for 20 percent off your order.
In this episode of PWTorch Dailycast series "Acknowledging WWE," Javier Machado acknowledges:Javier previews WWE Survivor Series: WarGamesStephanie Vaquer vs. Nikki Bella for the Women's World ChampionshipDominik tries to win back the IC title from CenaWomen's WarGames match; how we got hereHow can Charlotte's reluctance and beef with Ripley affect the match?Men's WarGames match and a tangle of storylinesIs this furthering the story of Jey Uso as the next tribal chief?Will they set up Lesnar vs. Breaker?Last Time is Now Tournament update...and moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
Welcome to Week In Geek Wednesday for our quick-hits segment of entertainment and interesting bits of internet debris for you... the people! In this episode, we talk about some "Avengers: Doomsday" costume shenanigans, the Reigns/Lesnar feud, "Star Trek" craziness, John Cena's last last opponent, our fantasy football teams, and a real-life football team! FULL VIDEO EPISODES! That's right folks, you can see our bright smiling idiotic faces in full color on our YouTube channel. Full episodes available as well as clips. LINKS OF INTEREST: - Avengers Doomsday Costume Photo Reveals Potential Huge Fan Theory - Is Reigns vs Lesnar the greatest feud of the past decade? - Star Trek's “Kelvin Timeline” get the business end of the phaser - And this is a good time to remember that Quentin Tarantino had some ideas for Star Trek - Mark Henry has thoughts on Joe Hendry being Cena's last opponent ...AND ANOTHER THING: The Man They Call Tim suggests watching “Wicked For Good” in theaters Uncle Todd says... KID… go listen to “Alice's Restaurant” by Arlo Guthrie at least once this Thanksgiving FOLLOW US ON THE SOCIAL MEDIAS: Facebook - http://facebook.com/freerangeidiocy Instagram - http://instagram.com/freerangeidiocy YouTube - http://youtube.com/@freerangeidiocy
In this episode of PWTorch Dailycast series "Acknowledging WWE," Javier Machado acknowledges:Smackdown and Raw results and Javier's opinions on the various storylinesWomen's War Games match takes shape, but can Charlotte be trusted by her team?Men's War Games match takes shape, but can Jey or Punk or Lesnar be trusted by their team?Cena's last Raw promo cut off by DominickThe Last Time Is Now Tournament shapes up. Who might replace Sheamus?Jade and Nikki both better as heelsBecky loses title thanks to AJ Lee; War Games their future?Javier missed the traditional Survivor Series style elimination match announcementGunther returns with his old musicMight Cody getting top billing on the Survivor Series poster rankle Punk?...and moreBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Kelly Wells to discuss the Nov. 24 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix with an assessment of the final Raw build to Survivor Series, especially War Games. They also react to Penta's injury and how it shakes up the tournament, the Brock Lesnar slip and fall during his entrance ("The Brockmaster" moment?), wrestlers who are better fits on the main roster than NXT, and much more with live chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
This week Matt and Jacob discuss all the big news and rumors this week in wrestling. From Maxxine Dupri winning the Women's Intercontinental Championship to John Cena possibly headlining the 2026 Hall of Fame. We also talk about the returns of Reigns and Lesnar and the impact they have on the War Games match. We also give our predictions for Full Gear and so much more
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by PWTorch's Joshua White to discuss the Nov. 17 episode of WWE Raw on Netflix with a reaction to the men's War Games filling out with Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns being added. Also analysis of John Cena's final Raw including that one crazy thing he said that almost anyone in the world could get away with except for him. Plus Charlotte come through, Gunther advances, a new dark horse to win the Last Time Is Now tournament, and much more with live callers, chat, and email interactions throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 27 and 28, 2010.On the Oct. 27, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Pat McNeill continue the discussion this week on the biggest stories including more on the Brock Lesnar-Undertaker angle at the UFC PPV on Saturday, looking ahead to the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania, Undertaker's WrestleMania options, the disrespect shown to women on WWE and TNA television, Daniel Bryan's push in WWE, Undertaker out of character, TNA and WWE PPV buys, and more.On the Oct. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops includes discussion with live callers on tonight's TNA Impact, the change of direction for TNA's top storyline and positives and negatives that could come from it, Hulk Hogan's same ol' video message on "shooting" and "getting real," Dragon Gate USA's live Internet PPV on Friday, a look-ahead to how WWE could book the Royal Rumble, historical perspective on Japanese wrestlers who got over in the U.S. and African-American top stars, health concerns over blood in WWE and concussions in pro wrestling, and much more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed the lack of money-making pro wrestling angles in WWE & TNA right now, how the four-year look at Raw & Impact ratings points to that, Smackdown's ratings, plus a 20 years ago flashback review of the Nov. 1, 1990 Torch Newsletter with WCW Halloween Havoc broken down in detail.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back 15 years to the Oct. 26, 2010 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell, they discuss in-depth last night's Raw and the final hype for Sunday's Bragging Rights PPV.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed with live callers about the previous week's Impact and the dismal quarter hour ratings trends, whether WWE might shake up their approach to PPVs, the Eric Bischoff-Bret Hart war of words, Linda McMahon's future if she loses, the whole "Stand Up for WWE" campaign, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Nick & Myron are back with another loaded episode of the Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast, covering everything from WWE's biggest storylines to AEW's shifting landscape — plus a deep dive into how wrestling's business side keeps booming despite the rumors.This week's topics include:What caught your eye on TV this week?Saturday Night's Main Event Preview (Nov. 1)WWE Streaming Deals – Rumors vs RealityWWE Ticket Prices Keep Rising — and So Do SalesMercedes Moné Belt Collector Follow-Up DiscussionMaking the Drives:• Full rundown of this weekend's Georgia indy shows — 1FW, SFCW, PCW, Premier All Star, RIPW, and more!
Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Oct. 22 and 25, 2010.On the Oct. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops discussed with live callers the previous night's TNA Impact in-depth, why the show was improved yet can't answer the question of why anything discussed matters, breaking news analysis of the Impact rating dropping, the Bragging Rights PPV up against UFC 121 this weekend, Goldust's rise in 2010, analysis of the Top 5 babyfaces in TNA being flawed characters to oppose Team Immortals, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they discussed why RVD is in WWE's upcoming video game, predictions for Bragging Rights, whether anyone would buy Kevin Nash vs. Taker at WrestleMania, Stand Up for WWE week in review, 20 years ago Flashback - WWF's A & B house shows, Cactus Jack Torch Talk, more...On the Oct. 25, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers the Brock Lesnar and Undertaker situation, the booking and match results at the previous night's Bragging Rights PPVs, a caller with a live perspective on the PPV from Minneapolis, tonight's Raw, WWE and TNA being held responsible for wrestler health issues and whether TNA gets a pass, plus much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Today we jump back ten years (10-25-2015) to the WWE Hell in a Cell post-show with Greg Parks and James Caldwell. They discussed the event including Undertaker vs. Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns vs. Bray Wyatt, Charlotte vs. Nikki Bella, Seth Rollins vs. Kane, KO vs. Ryback, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (10-6-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed with live callers the previous night's Raw including Brock Lesnar's early appearance, third hour ratings crash, New Day in main event spot with John Cena, Summer-RuRu drama, NXT Takeover, and more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they reflect on live show callers, react to breaking news on the TNA World Title and the Total Divas cast, plus answer email topics on WWE charity, who could spark Raw, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
The I Like Wrestling express keeps rolling as Rachel and Audio Ben fire up a live watch-along of the chaotic Cena vs. Lesnar vs. Rollins triple threat from the 2015 Rumble. They get into why this match still rules, what made each guy shine, and debate the letter grade it deserves.. Plus, a check-in with 1994 Smoky Mountain Wrestling, 1996 WCW, and 2025 NXT No Mercy.THREADS @ilwpod RACHEL'S THREADS @rpolansky77 AUDIO BEN'S THREADS @grumphandleslamINSTAGRAM @ilwpodTIKTOK @ilikewrestlingpod#ilikewrestlingpod #ilwpod
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PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents the Tuesday Flagship edition of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast with guest co-host Rich Fann, a PWTorch columnist and podcaster. They cover these topics:The breaking news of Netflix's interest in buying WBD and what it could mean to AEWWrestlepalooza reviews from ESPN and fansThoughts on where the WWE-ESPN marriage goes from here in terms of both companies drawing attention to itIndividual reactions to each of the Wrestlepalooza matches including which matches should've traded five minutes, is the backlash to certain aspects justifiedAEW's All Out legacy as a contrast to WWE WrestpaloozaWhat's next for John CenaWhat's next for AEWMickie James being inducted into the TNA Hall of Fame and what her legacy isThe latest on Raja Jackson's legal situationCrown Jewel's main event - Seth Rollins vs. John CenaReaction to the Asuka-Iyo Sky angleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
This bonus episode we watch highlights of the Cena Vs. Lesnar match at WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025. Join The Wrestling Returns on Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/614555330016037 Instagram: @the_wrestling_returns X: @the_w_returns Check out everything Horror Returns at: https://thehorrorreturns.com Join The Horror Returns Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1056143707851246 THR Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thehorrorreturns Join The Action Returns Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/841619946357776 Follow The Action Returns on IG and Twitter: Instagram: @theactionreturns X: @action_returns Join the THR Presents: Stream Fiends Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3860579827402429 Follow THR Stream Fiends on IG: @thrstreamfiends Hit up E Society on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/ESocietyPodcast/ Check out our ESP Spotify For Creators feed: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/esoc E Society YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCliC6x_a7p3kTV_0LC4S10A E Society and Mac-Nez t-shirts Tee Public: http://tee.pub/lic/9ko9r4p5uvE X: @esocietypod @macnezpod @TheoZissou Instagram: @esocietypod @thezissou @macnezpod Nez and Taylor Blu-ray IG pages: @bluraynez @blurayterror TikTok: @esocietypod
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Can you imagine Conor McGregor being on a card as the Co Main event? Well, DC & Chael believe that should be the case when it comes to the upcoming card at the White House! So, who should headline over McGregor and are they shocked he named Michael Chandler as his opponent? Plus, DC is doubling down on sticking up for Jon Jones, saying he deserves to be booked for the historic event. Find out which other fighters the guys believe “deserve” to be on the card. Then, Brock Lesnar destroyed John Cena over the weekend at Wrestlepalooza and it's got the Good Guy and Bad Guy fired up! You do NOT want to miss what they think of Lesnar at 48 years old, what their signature WWE move would be, and if the two ever joined forces as tag team partners! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (9-22-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by ProWrestling.net's head honcho Jason Powell to discuss with live callers the previous night's Raw including the lack of follow-up on Chris Jericho-Roman Reigns/Dean Ambrose, the Undertaker-Brock Lesnar announcement, Kane's multiple personalities, Paige's turn, and much more.Then, in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason discuss JBL's Eric Bischoff interview, would Steve Austin talk to Brock Lesnar about WM32 possible match, Sami Zayn's future, Cesaro as a more intriguing opponent than Big Show, an odd Lesnar-Taker announcement, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Mark Henry goes into Brock Lesnar's rampage on the go-home episode of Smackdown before his match against John Cena which will open Wrestlepalooza on Saturday. He also breaks down some of his predictions for the Wrestlepalooza card. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
John Pollock and Wai Ting review the final WWE SmackDown ahead of Wrestlepalooza, featuring Brock Lesnar F5'ing Corey Graves, and R-Truth explaining how to sign-up for ESPN Unlimited.XL: Raja Jackson arrested and facing a felony charge after a brutal attack, notes from Tony Khan's media call, Will Ospreay undergoes surgery, and John questions Wai in a special “Over/Under” game ahead of Saturday's WWE vs. AEW head-to-head battle.The XL Edition continues at POSTwrestlingCafe.com with News of the Day and Feedback, ad-free and timestamped.Raja Jackson arrested and charged with a felonyAEW All Out media call with Tony KhanWill Ospreay undergoes neck surgeryCena vs. Lesnar to open Wrestlepalooza AEW September to Remember ratingsPOST Wrestling Café Schedule:Monday: Rewind-A-Raw XLFREE Shows:Sunday: Wrestlepalooza & AEW All Out with John Pollock & Wai TingMonday: Rewind-A-RawPhoto 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/discordMerch: https://Chopped-Tees.com/POSTwrestlingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Kate (@MissKatefabe) and Jack Farmer (@RealJackFarmer) review tonight episode of WWE Smackdown, September 19, 2025, including: -Brock Lesnar appears -Cody Rhodes appears -Carmelo Hayes vs. Sami Zayn (c) for the United States Championship Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to http://nordvpn.com/fightful to get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + a Bonus Gift! It's completely risk free with Nord's 30 day money-back guarantee! ➼ https://nordvpn.com/fightful Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee! If you want to bet on Wrestling, or any other sport, check out our new partner where we get ALL of our odds! https://mybookie.website/joinwithFIGH... and use the promo code FIGHTFUL. Deposit $100, get $50. Go in with $200, and they'll make it $100! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
PWTorch editor Wade Keller is joined by ProWrestling.net's Jake Barnett to review WWE Smackdown including their reactions to the Brock Lesnar attack on Corey Graves and how the crowd reaction is a side effect of WWE's poor framing of their product for decades. Also, Cody Rhodes-Drew McIntyre contract signing and a discussion of whether Cody has received the respect and top star framing he has earned. A review of WWE's attempt to clear up how people can watch Wrestlepalooza that might have made things word, and the comical decision to have easily-confused R-Truth character deliver the instructions. Plus reactions to all of the other segments on the show with live chat interaction throughout.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.
What do you think of Lesnar in WWE at the moment? Let us know in the comments!Timestamps:1:09 - Intro4:15 - What's the point in Brock Lesnar?30:26 - Patreon Shout Outs32:32 - AEW Dynamite Review56:35 - AEW All Out PredictionsTake our survey to improve the podcastGet more WrestleTalk Podcast stuff on PatreonFollow WrestleTalk on Instagram and XFollow Luke on InstagramLeave a review/comment to be read out on future episodesCopyright Trident Digital Media 2025 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
WWE Wrestlepalooza marks the company's debut on ESPN with John Cena vs. Brock Lesnar main eventing a card loaded with major stars. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Wrestlepalooza ultimate preview [47:20] breaking down all five matches with predictions. Will Cena beat Lesnar in his retirement run? What should we expect as AJ Lee returns alongside CM Punk against Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins? Will Rhea Ripley or Asuka factor into IYO SKY vs. Stephanie Vaquer? Why was Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre rushed onto the show? Are The Usos doomed to fall to The Vision? "The Silver King" opens with WWE news [3:30], including Andrade's surprising release and overviews of Raw and SmackDown before The Main Event [11:40] covers how to watch WWE Wrestlepalooza and The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [19:45] tackles Bayley's new gimmick, Nia Jax hanging around Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill, Sami Zayn vs. Rey Fenix, Dragon Lee getting to shine and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
In this week's Interview Classic episode from ten years ago (9-10-2015), PWTorch editor Wade Keller talked live with Scott Hall and Justin Credible. Hall talks about latest strides plus Jake's movie and then Justin talks about state of WWE, need to tiptoe around management, rolling with Lesnar, and more with live callers for over an hour.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
Mark Henry covers the appearance of Brock Lesnar on Smackdown and his perspective on the history between Lesnar and Cena. Plus! He breaks down the Main Event between Randy Orton and Drew McIntyre along with the return of Cody Rhodes. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.
In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (9-1-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist Sean Radican. They talked about the new Roman Reigns-Paul Heyman alliance, New Japan G1 contenders, Naito's double-title win over Evil, Jon Moxley-MJF build, Brock Lesnar's future, pros and cons of various NXT Title match winners, Big E defending his comedic presentation now that he's singles wrestler, AEW vs. NXT so far, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.
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Robin Lundberg recaps tonight's Smackdown and gives you the real reason why Brock Lesnar is back in the WWE. He also gets into TNA Emergence tonight and the future of TNA. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here. The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy taking you behind the scenes like only they can, plus BRAND NEW episodes every week. Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Busted Open ad-free and get exclusive access to bonus episodes. Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus.