Podcast appearances and mentions of mike bessler

Are we living in a pro wrestling version of Groundhog Day, where we have this same conversation every year, or has WWE's creative team done a lackluster job of building excitement for WrestleMania 42? PWI Contributing Writer Mike Bessler joins Al Castle & Brian R. Solomon for a review of how the card is shaping up, plus a critical look at ticket prices and the perception that the company has "turned heel" against its loyal fans (among other topics).

Hello, wrestling fans! It's time for Episode #164 of Shut Up and Wrestle, with Brian R. Solomon! This week, Brian welcomes Mike Bessler of Pro Wrestling Illustrated to the show! This week's joyful conversation includes loads of warm nostalgia, and not just wrestling nostalgia, but a discussion of the appeal of nostalgia in general. Plus, … Continue reading Episode 164: Mike Bessler → The post Episode 164: Mike Bessler appeared first on Shut Up And Wrestle with Brian Solomon.

On this episode of The PWI Podcast, hosts Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon are joined by fellow PWI contributor Mike Bessler to talk about the evolving tradition of pro wrestling around the major holidays. They also discuss the recent WWE Survivor Series and AEW Full Gear events (with special focus on the Costco guys.)

On this episode of The PWI Podcast, hosts Al Castle and Brian R. Solomon are joined by fellow PWI writer Mike Bessler to discuss: - IMPACT's World champion Alex Shelley - Feelings on CM Punk's AEW return - The Bloodline storyline (and where it might go next) - Money in the Bank 2023/Logan Paul - The legacy of the Iron Sheik And much more.

From the Crimean War to the Prehistoric era and across the universe to the planet of Dune, we plunge our needles into each and every groove of Iron Maiden's 1983 metal manifesto, Piece of Mind. Side quests in this congenial confab include tangents and musings about X-Ray Spex, Dag Nasty, The Getup Kids, Warren Zevon, and The Who (not to be confused with Mongolian metal band The Hu). It's a landmark episode for Arianne, who marks a year since their first appearance on the show and subsequently invokes the State Comptroller Atkins rule for a crucial cut from Piece of Mind. 

The cinematic Boneyard Match and Firefly Fun House Match at WrestleMania are a hot topic among wrestling fans. Some loved these matches, while others loathed them. Even among PWI staffers, it was divisive. Today on The PWI Podcast, we present a Virtual Roundtable discussion of cinematic matches and what they mean for pro wrestling's future. Featuring: Al Castle, Brian Solomon, Kevin McElvaney, Mike Bessler, and Brady Hicks. Follow PWI on social media:  FacebookTwitterInstagram Sign up for the new PWI Weekly email newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/19a64898682f/pwi

IN THE ROOM on VOC Nation this week was on the air for three full hours, and features a special sitdown interview with Brooke Tessmacher (Brooke Adams) from Impact Wrestling, huge independent star “The Greek God” Papadon, and PWI and WrestlingInc writer Mike Bessler. All that, plus Brady Hicks, The Stro, Kathie Fitz, Derrick McDonald, Ray Bogusz, and Matt Saigon talk WrestleMania and the post-WrestleMania Raw, talk UFC/WWE crossover appeal, and take listener calls. Plus, Papadon and Matt Saigon debate the value of men taking selfies. All that and so … much … more. Thanks, as always, for the support! The VOC NATION RADIO NETWORK airs live and on-demand audio broadcasts 7 days / week via vocnation.com. VOC NATION features contributors such as Brady Hicks (Pro Wrestling Illustrated), "Voice of Choice" Bruce Wirt (WNJC Philadelphia), Stro Maestro (WCW), Wes Brisco (WWE and TNA Impact), Ken Resnick (WWE and AWA), Shelly Martinez (WWE and TNA Impact), Eli Drake (TNA Impact and NWA), and Kathie Fitz! Plus alums such as Chaz "Mosh" Warrington (WWE), Bobby Fish (WWE), Steve Corino (WWE and ECW), and Petey Williams (TNA Impact), as well as some of the hottest wrestlers, analysts, and broadcasters, reaching beyond their extensive wrestling knowledge to discuss sports, lifestyle, politics, and more! Consistently ranking in the top 1% for downloads (Podomatic) and 5% for live streaming (Stitcher), VOC NATION has been streamed by half a million unique visitors! Discover the network that top-notch wrestling and entertainment stars such as Hulk Hogan, Jesse Ventura, Trina Michaels, and Alan Thicke have loved from their first appearances ... and that US Olympic Gold Medalist - and WWE star - Kurt Angle called, "The best talk show that you can hear." It's all here ... on vocnation.com! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

THT Podcast took everyone on a wild ride on the road to #Wrestlemania33 this week.We discussed “Rudeboy” Riley’s pedophile case, and his future.Had a special appearance by none other than Anthony McCena - as he gave his predictions & thoughts on Wrestlemania.Pro Wrestling Illustrated writer Mike Bessler joined us as this week’s guest to do some Wrestlemania predictions, as well as his thoughts on the Paige scandal.Anthony Missionary Thomas from #WrestlingSoup joined Shaheen & Boxman as well, and we discussed predictions, expectations, news, and the obvious Podcast drama going on with us and FloSlam.It was a packed show, and you certainly don’t wanna miss this one!**Don’t forget to join us on www.mixlr.com/thtpodcast right after #Wrestlemania33 for our Post-Show!**

Tommy Dreamer is interviewed following Al Castle and Mike Bessler's fascinating discussion on the presidential election and its relationship to pro wrestling.

Sign Guy and Rex are back, but they are not alone this week. This week Mike Bessler of Pro Wrestling Illustrated will be taking this arduous journey of a nightmare with them. Will he have a rationale explanation of whom this show is for? Will he writing a scathing article on how he hates Sign Guy and Rex? Will he speak of his love for Oolong tea? We'll help him cover such things as grilled cheese pizza pie, lingeri for needy women, and massage therepy.

Al Castle, Dan Murphy, and Mike Bessler discuss the wide-spread ramifications of Daniel Bryan's retirement.

Al Castle and Mike Bessler discuss the state of TNA, plus Dan Murphy speaks to NWA President R. Bruce Tharpe about the company's plan to stream classic videos.

First up we go over our format change of not reviewing RAW match by match. We are giving the show to you, we are going to talk for a while then go right to calls. Call in and drive the topics of the show at (469) 206-4466 or Skype thtpodcast. We then talk to Mike Bessler of PWI Magazine. Get it online at http://www.pwi-online.com/ With Mike we talk...Seth Rollins picturesMike’s ECIII ArticleChris DickinsonBilly Corgan in TNANXTJobbersIndie wrestling channel on ROKUSami Zayn, Kevin Owens, and moreFollow PWI @officialpwi on twitterThen we get into some news, talk about Ryback, and then take some more callers.

Senior Writer Dan Murphy leads a roundtable debate of fellow PWI writers Al Castle, Mike Bessler, and Kevin McElvaney, sampling some of the "PWI Poll" questions.