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Builds for WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 and WWE WrestleMania 42 continued in full force -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down! Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open by covering WWE news [3:00] on plans for Royce Keys and changes to SmackDown and Monday Night Raw before The Main Event [22:55] tackles Drew McIntyre enraging Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu, Sami Zayn flashing potential change and AJ Styles officially retiring. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then dive into The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:14:00], including Liv Morgan choosing Stephanie Vaquer, Bronson Reed tearing his bicep, Brock Lesnar returning, Rhea Ripley fighting Giulia for IYO SKY and Trick Williams, Jey Uso, Kiana James and Raquel Rodriguez qualifying for Elimination Chamber. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Feb. 16 and 17, 2011.On the Feb. 16, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss a variety of topics including The Rock and what might happen from here, Vince McMahon, the Mystery G.M., Undertaker video, and A.J. Styles, plus in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the McNeill Mailbag includes a question on bad ring outfits.Then on the Feb. 17, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell took live phone calls for 60 minutes discussing The Rock's role at WrestleMania 27, whether Rock will wrestle down the road, how Rock could play a role in the potential Cena-Miz WWE Title match at WrestleMania 27, Rock's promo broken down related to Cena, two different scenarios to book Miz-Jerry Lawler at Elimination Chamber, 2011 Hall of Fame, the digital age affecting the pro wrestling business and future PPV business, why WWE made roster cuts in 2010, Tough Enough's mainstream appeal and why Miss USA was announced as the first contestant, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Highlights of the show include, a tribute show celebrating the career of AJ Styles, which included The Undertaker coming out and surprising him with a WWE Hall of Fame 2026 induction announcement. Plus, some unfortunate WWE news, Bronson Reed is now the third member of The Vision to get injured. Prior to Bronson Reed getting hurt, both Bron Breakker and Seth Rollins were also taken out of action. Additionally, Brock Lesnar made an appearance where he spoke about what he would be doing at Wrestlemania 42. Lots of wrestling news, as we head into Elimination Chamber and Wrestlemania! #wwe #wwenews #wweraw #wwehighlights #wrestlemania   GET TICKETS TO DENISE'S LIVE SHOW IN HOLLYWOOD: https://www.ticketweb.com/event/denise-salcedo-live-hollywood-improv-the-lab-tickets/14115024?pl=hollyimprov  GET TICKETS TO DENISE'S LIVE SHOW IN LAS VEGAS: https://www.deniseliveshow.com/ 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 Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from ten years ago (2-23-2016), PWTorch editor Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net head honcho Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net for their weekly live discussion with caller, email, and Twitter contributions looking at Shane McMahon's return, the Roman Reigns-Hunter angle, WrestleMania 32 speculation, Raw & Fastlane talk with callers, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Wade and Jason answered a range of email topics largely centered around Shane McMahon, Undertaker, and other Fastlane, Raw, and WrestleMania 32 topics. A look at the on-air and behind-the-scenes angles on Shane's return plus some Raw ratings analysis.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

On episode 190 of Kliq This, Kevin Nash and Sean Oliver kick things off by examining the rapidly evolving world of AI-generated content, reacting to a shockingly realistic AI film featuring digital recreations of Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise. The duo debates whether this technology will ultimately replace traditional entertainment or remain a novelty, with Nash offering his characteristically skeptical take on the promises of Silicon Valley and the tech industry at large. The conversation shifts into the financial arena as Nash and Oliver dissect what they see as modern-day Ponzi schemes, from Bitcoin's volatile valuation to the murky world of precious metal ETFs. Nash channels his inner Warren Buffett, passionately arguing that nothing has true value unless it produces something tangible, while Oliver highlights the absurdity of paper silver trading at 350 times the amount of physical silver that actually exists. The pair also takes aim at Pam Bondi's now-infamous claim that the Dow crossed $50,000, using it as a springboard to discuss the current state of political and financial literacy. In the heart of the episode, Nash fields fan questions about the inherent dangers of professional wrestling, delivering a masterclass in ring safety. From his death-defying descent from the ceiling as Sting at World War 3 1997 to his philosophy on Hell in a Cell matches, chair shots, battle royals, and blading, Nash reveals the tricks of the trade that kept him safe over a decades-long career. He explains why he insisted that Hell in a Cell should stay "in" the cell, how he took chair shots without contact, and where wrestlers hide their blades — including Hulk Hogan's notorious habit of stashing his in his mouth. The Mount Ashmore segment crowns Nash's picks for wrestlers who could hold their booze, with The Undertaker, Steve Austin, Scott Hall, and Nash himself earning spots on the mountain. From there, the episode veers into Nash's hilarious gym stories — including a run-in with Nickelback-loving powerlifters — his meticulous approach to planning workouts on the road, and a weather report from a brutally cold Florida winter that cost him tens of thousands in landscaping. Nash and Oliver close out the show by tackling Trump's tariffs on Canada and the controversial delay of the Gordie Howe Bridge, with Nash connecting the dots between billionaire bridge owner Matty Moroun's influence and the political maneuvering behind the scenes. The episode wraps with a heartfelt look at the real-world impact on Canadian snowbirds in the Daytona Beach area, proving once again that Kliq This is equal parts wrestling history, cultural commentary, and unfiltered conversation. Cash App-Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/3v6om02z #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. The Perfect Jean-F*%k your khakis and get The Perfect Jean 15% off with the code KLIQ15 at https://theperfectjean.nyc/KLIQ15 #theperfectjeanpod BlueChew-Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code NASH at BlueChew.com BetterWild-Right now, Betterwild is offering our listeners up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/KLIQ 00:00 Kliq This #190: Wrestler Safety 00:34 AI Movies 02:51 Will this replace entertainment? (KT199) 05:51 Tech Bro Ponzi Schemes (KT199) 10:44 the DOW is over 50,000? 13:18 The Epstein Operation 15:34 BREAK CASH APP 17:52 Wrestler Risks (KT190) 30:56 BREAK PERFECT JEAN 33:43 Where to hide the blade 36:29 Who smoked Cigarettes? 38:10 FOR WORKERS HOLDING THEIR BOOZE (KT190) 39:12 BREAK BLUECHEW 41:11 PRE SHOW 021226 01:06:11 BREAK BETTERWILD 01:08:59 Becoming an "Investment Guy"? 01:14:37 Trump's Tariff on Canada/ the Gordie Howe bridge

Dylan Gott and John Hastings talk about a man who truly paved the way for small men to overdose, Buzz Sawyer. He was hated by The Undertaker, Arn Anderson, Jim Cornette and so many more. Please enjoy these floating corpses discuss this man who's been dead for 34 years. @wrestlerreview on socials (we don't use them) patreon.com/wrestlerreview

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani head to Worcester, Massachusetts, to recap the massive fallout from King of the Ring 2000! The landscape of the WWF shifts forever as Shawn Michaels steps down and introduces Mick Foley as the new WWF Commissioner. Tommy Blacha provides the backstage perspective on the decision to bring Foley back in an authority role and how a "face" commissioner completely changed the show's dynamic.We also break down Vince McMahon's bizarre and narcissistic "Genetic Jackhammer" promo, where he attempts to write himself off the show to "make babies" with Linda McMahon. Tommy pulls back the curtain on the real-life USA Network legal battles and the growing pressure from sponsors to tone down the Attitude Era's signature language.In this episode, we also discuss:- The Rock's new world title reign and his "Billionaire's Elbow" mocking of the Chairman.- Kurt Angle's official coronation as King and the legendary "adult man in a crown" mockery from Foley.- The beginning of the Right to Censor angle as Steven Richards covers up a "top-off" match involving The Kat and Terri.- Undertaker and Kane forming a dominant "Brothers of Destruction" alliance against Edge and Christian.- Tommy Blacha pays tribute to long-time WWF Director Kerwin Silfies following his passing.0:00 - Intro / The Mick Foley Reset0:53 - The "Gnarly" history of Worcester and the textile mills4:20 - Post-Pay-Per-View post-mortems: Handling reviews7:40 - Summer Reset: Pulling back the McMahons10:14 - The Rock vs. Vince promo14:10 - Rikishi vs. Chris Benoit / Taz makes a confusing return15:45 - Chris Jericho kisses "Roadkill" Stephanie McMahon17:40 - The Golden Age of Heel Crowns: Harley Race to Kurt Angle19:25 - Eddie Guerrero and Chyna vs. Val Venis and Trish Stratus20:50 - Kurt Angle's "Commoner" perspective / Coronation prep23:10 - Shawn Michaels straddles the throne in Worcester25:55 - MICK FOLEY IS THE NEW COMMISSIONER28:30 - Foley mocks "King" Angle's oversized crown31:00 - Oversaturation talk: Balancing 6 hours of WWF programming34:00 - Triple H cheap shots Kurt Angle35:10 - Lawler, Malenko, Terri, and The Kat: "Over the Top" rules37:55 - The Birth of Right to Censor: Steven Richards intervenes40:30 - Backstage: Why Stevie Richards didn't have an "epiphany"43:40 - Sponsor Pressure: Bleeping the "A-word" and the "H-word"44:45 - Edge & Christian vs. Mick Foley (The Sound of Music reference)47:45 - APA wins the Tag Team Battle Royal49:10 - Undertaker offers Kane tobacco chew (Locker Room Habits)50:30 - Undertaker & Kane vs. Edge & Christian53:15 - The Rock premieres "It Doesn't Matter" on TRL54:25 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Triple H vs. Kurt Angle57:55 - The Delaware Court decision: Moving to Viacom59:00 - Mike Piazza and the USA Today wrestling controversy1:01:10 - TRIBUTE: Remembering WWF Director Kerwin SilfiesFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

New FIGHT Footage Between The Undertaker and Shawn Michaels Goes Viral

Is Fallout Season 2 a worthy successor… or does it lose its way in the wasteland? In this full Fallout Season 2 spoiler review, the SuperHero Homies break down everything from standout performances to frustrating plot threads, epic video game easter eggs, and whether the show is leveling up… or glitching out. Main Discussion starts at 24:00 We dive deep into: Why Maximus is a MUCH stronger character this season Why The Ghoul continues to steal every scene he's in The incredible world-building, production design, and Fallout video game references Convoluted plotlines and unresolved character arcs Whether Season 2 improves on Season 1 Our overall ratings and final thoughts Whether you're a longtime Fallout video game fan, a casual Amazon Prime viewer, or someone who loves detailed TV reviews, pop culture breakdowns, and nerd culture discussions, this episode is for you. But before we head into the wasteland… We kick things off with our reaction to the latest The Mandalorian & Grogu movie trailer, and why this preview FINALLY has us excited for the next chapter in Star Wars. Then things get chaotic as we build our personal Pro Wrestling Mount Rushmore, debating legends like Shawn Michaels, Stone Cold Steve Austin, AJ Styles, Kurt Angle, The Undertaker, and more. If you love WWE, AEW, or pro wrestling debates, you'll enjoy this segment. If you're into: Superhero podcasts Comic book discussions MCU & DC commentary Fallout Season 2 analysis Amazon Prime TV reviews Video game adaptations Star Wars trailer reactions Wrestling debates Pop culture roundtables You're in the right place. About Us SuperHero Homies is a superhero and comic book podcast covering the MCU, DC Comics, Marvel, Star Wars, video game adaptations, and everything in nerd culture. We bring passionate, detailed, and entertaining discussions every week. Support the Homies! Check out our official merch store for t-shirts, hoodies, tote bags & more: https://superherohomies.printify.me/ Like, comment, and subscribe if you love superhero content, Fallout reviews, comic book discussions, and pop culture breakdowns! #FalloutSeason2 #FalloutReview #SuperHeroHomies #VideoGameAdaptation #StarWars #MandalorianAndGrogu #WrestlingDebate #PopCulturePodcast #MCU #DCComics

On this episode of Something to Wrestle, Bruce Prichard and Conrad Thompson dive headfirst into No Way Out 2006, a pivotal stop on the road to WrestleMania 22. From the brutal main event between Kurt Angle and The Undertaker to the emotional and career defining performance of Rey Mysterio, the guys peel back the curtain on one of WWE's most underrated PPVs. Bruce shares behind the scenes insight on creative decisions, locker room dynamics, and what really went into shaping the SmackDown brand at the time. They also break down Randy Orton's controversial storyline, the fallout from Eddie Guerrero's passing, and how No Way Out 2006 set the tone for multiple WrestleMania moments to come. Honest, unfiltered, and packed with insider details this is Something to Wrestle at its absolute best. MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STW at http://shopmando.com ! #mandopod POLICYGENIUS - Head to http://policygenius.com/WRESTLE  to compare life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. BLUECHEW - Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code WRESTLE at http://BlueChew.com  MARS MEN - Get 50% off FOR LIFE, Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at Mars Men at http://Mengotomars.com  BETTER WILD - Right now, Betterwild is offering our listeners up to 40% off your order at betterwild.com/WRESTLE CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/eohggy50 #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. SAVE WITH CONRAD -  Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

While Patrick is away, Greg will play...with himself? Wait, no! It's not that, but Greg talks wrestling on this weeks Greg DeMarco Solo Show!Greg and Patrick are together on a Tuesday, and it's time to talk...lots of things!WWE Raw featured some unique elements this week--did you like them?Is Cody Rhodes simply "just a midcarder?"Why is The Undertaker vs. Sting "the one that got away?"What does IZW show week look like for Greg DeMarco?A tribute to a fallen independent wrestling fanAnd much more!Follow the #GDMS crew on Social Media@WrestlngRealist@TheHashtagMiranda (she still counts!)@GregDeMarco44@ChairshotMediaListen on your favorite platform!iTunes | iHeart Radio | Google Play | SpotifyListen, like, subscribe, and share!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/chairshot-radio-network/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we jump back 15 years to the Feb. 9, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they discuss with live callers WrestleMania 28 announced for Miami and whether The Rock is the leading candidate as the 2012 Hall of Fame inductee, WrestleMania 27 match possibilities involving Undertaker, theories on why the 2/21/11 video could be Sting, where Sting could fit in in TNA, the WrestleMania guest host mystery likely being Rock, The Ultimate Fighter (Brock Lesnar) vs. Tough Enough (Steve Austin) this spring, TNA's PPV this weekend, McNeill's Live Events Center, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they take McNeill VIP Mailbag questions on potential WrestleMania celebrities, all-time best Raw TV matches, Shawn Michaels as a future Tough Enough trainer, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

This week I'm sharing the moment my kids discovered why I love WWE — and how the Attitude Era became a core memory in our house. After they asked me why I'm such a wrestling fan, I introduced them to Stone Cold Steve Austin vs. The Undertaker in the iconic Buried Alive match (yes… with the excavator

Exploding rings, WCW-esque angles, and alliances that went nowhere. 2003 SmackDown had it all. Simon Miller presents 12 Things You Learn Binge Watching Every WWE SmackDown From 2003...ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@SimonMiller316@WhatCultureWWEFor more awesome content, check out: whatculture.com/wwe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the podcast, the hosts engage in a lively discussion about a fantasy super brawl featuring wrestling champions from February 1996. They analyze various matches, including a triple threat match, a showdown between Tommy Dreamer and Savio Vega, and a title for title clash between Johnny B. Bad and Too Cold Scorpio. The conversation also covers the dynamics of tag team wrestling, the evolution of characters like Stone Cold Steve Austin, and the significance of gimmicks in wrestling success. The hosts share their predictions for match outcomes, showcasing their camaraderie and banter throughout the episode. In this engaging wrestling discussion, the hosts delve into various matchups from the 1996 wrestling scene, analyzing the impact of ECW competitors, the clash between Diesel and Taz, and the dynamics of tag teams like Harlem Heat against Owen Hart and Bulldog. They also explore dream matches such as Shawn Michaels versus Rob Van Dam, a thrilling casket match featuring Undertaker, The Giant, and Cactus Jack, and culminate in a main event featuring Bret Hart, Ric Flair, and Raven. The conversation highlights the evolution of wrestling and the significance of these iconic matches.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Fantasy Super Brawl02:55 WWF vs. WCW: The Champions of February 199605:59 The Opening Match: Sabu vs. Brian Pillman vs. 1-2-3 Kid09:48 Match Two: Tommy Dreamer vs. Savio Vega16:59 Match Three: Johnny B. Bad vs. Too Cold Scorpio25:58 Match Four: Hunter Hearst Helmsley vs. Arn Anderson31:10 The Rise of Hunter Hearst Helmsley32:08 Arn Anderson vs. Triple H: A Clash of Generations34:14 Goldust vs. Konnan Mind Games and Championship Stakes41:51 Nasty Boys vs. Godwins: A Street Fight Showdown44:50 Stone Cold vs. DDP: The Battle of Rising Stars53:29 Smoking Gunns vs. Sting and Lex Luger: A Champion's Clash56:36 Fantasy Booking and Match Outcomes01:00:58 The Clash of Titans: Taz vs. Diesel01:07:17 Tag Team Dynamics: Harlem Heat vs. Owen Hart & Bulldog01:15:04 Dream Match: Shawn Michaels vs. Rob Van Dam01:16:18 The Giant vs. The Undertaker: A Clash of Titans01:19:28 Main Event Showdown: Bret Hart, Ric Flair, and Raven01:24:45 Raven's Legacy: Thriving in Modern Wrestling01:27:47 Final Thoughts and Future Matches

Headlock öffnet mal wieder den Briefkasten und beantwortet Hörerfragen: Headlock-Host Olaf Bleich und WWE-Experte Kai S. öffnen wieder das Postfach und stellen sich den Fragen der Hörer. Von Kritik an Triple Hs kreativer Arbeit über die Zukunft der neuen WWE-Generation bis hin zu möglichen Wechseln zwischen AEW und WWE: In dieser Episode wird quer durch die Wrestling-Welt diskutiert. Außerdem sprechen die beiden über den Stand von New Japan, das Booking bei AEW, den Saudi-Deal der WWE und die Frage, wie sich Stars und Ligen in den kommenden Jahren entwickeln könnten. Eine volle Ausgabe mit vielen spannenden Gedankenspielen, Hottakes und Einblicken hinter die Kulissen. Die wichtigsten Themen der Folge: - Kritik an Triple H: Wie berechtigt ist sie und wie sähe die WWE ohne ihn aus? - Wer führt die neue WWE-Generation an – die neuen Bret Hart, Shawn Michaels und Undertaker? - Der Wechsel von Powerhouse Hobbs zur WWE: Signalwirkung für AEW-Originale? - Zukunft von Chris Jericho und die aktuelle Entwicklung des AEW-Bookings - Sorgen um New Japan und die Frage nach den nächsten großen Stars im Wrestling

Today we jump back 15 years to the Feb. 8, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers Monday's WWE Raw in-depth from top to bottom, Sting likely shifting toward TNA rather than WWE, R-Truth's botch and a potential new heel gimmick for him, the mystery videos on Raw hinting at Undertaker - legit or swerve?, the mystery WrestleMania guest host - Rock or Brock a better host?, breaking news analysis of Raw TV ratings, Booker T's first week on Smackdown - is it a short-term or long-term gig?, Triple H's return - will it happen before or even after WrestleMania?, Michael Cole's heel role as an announcer, a debate in the Santino vs. Del Rio booking on Raw, and a ton more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Caldwell & Parks take more phone calls on Santino-Del Rio, Triple H, TNA's TV Title and whether they should hold a tournament, and more. They also discuss C.M. Punk's interaction with Cena and Orton on Raw, the overall state of WrestleMania 27 hype and build-up, Dolph Ziggler's role in the main event slot on Smackdown, predictions on who will be cut from NXT tonight, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Ep. 322: Pope a& Pollo Del Mar discuss for wrestling stars life after the spot light, Wrestlemania slow ticket sales, TNA rise in viewership and more!

Timestamps:0:27 - AEW News: Ishii & Orange Cassidy/Bad Bunny1:52 - Masked Man Speculation & Paul Heyman's Expectations9:30 - Vince Russo's Take on Stephanie Vaquer Speaking Spanish12:02 - Super Bowl Halftime Show & Language in Wrestling20:30 - Generational Gaps & Randy Orton's Evolution27:30 - Undertaker at Bad Bunny's Concert & Presidential Wrestling Fantasy Booking32:55 - AEW's "Abolish ICE" Shirt Controversy & Brody King50:50 - Mercedes Moné's Vacation & Stem Cell Treatment54:30 - Zack Sabre Jr. Coming Out & Daniel Garcia Roasting59:50 - Tomaso Ciampa Joins AEW & Loses Title 8 Days Later1:14:20 - Seth Rollins & Becky Lynch's Coffee Business1:22:30 - Undertaker as a Latino & Wrap-UpThis 85-minute episode covers everything from AEW's latest signings to wild hypothetical wrestling scenarios. Don't miss the hilarious presidential wrestling faction discussion and the deep dive into why wrestlers are launching coffee brands!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

On this episode of Grilling JR, the voice of wrestling, Jim Ross, takes us back to No Way Out 2006, a pivotal stop on the road to WrestleMania 22. JR breaks down the unforgettable World Heavyweight Championship clash between Kurt Angle and The Undertaker, sharing behind-the-scenes insight into the storytelling, the chemistry, and why that match still stands the test of time. He also reflects on Rey Mysterio's emotional journey following Eddie Guerrero's passing, and how the SmackDown brand was carving out its own identity during that era. From locker room morale to production decisions, JR provides candid perspective on what was happening backstage and how the event set the stage for some major WrestleMania moments. Plus, he weighs in on how today's product compares to 2006 and what lessons still apply nearly two decades later. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

Reinvention isn't a comeback montage; it's a messy rebuild in public. We brought Maven on to talk about how he turned a “Tough Enough” tag he could never shake into a media brand built on candor, craft, and community. From going viral on YouTube within months to taking bumps on thumbtacks just to explain how the magic works, he breaks down the strategy behind the growth: make YouTube videos that happen to be about wrestling, not wrestling videos awkwardly uploaded to YouTube.We trace the arc from early locker room heat to earning respect through work with The Undertaker and veterans who judged him on how he treated people and performed in the ring. Maven opens up about living under labels, why he stopped seeking permission, and how telling the truth—politely or bluntly—wins over audiences even when it ruffles peers. He shares the episode with Enzo that never aired, the night he borrowed Batista's suit when his custom one didn't show, and the reality of Randy Orton's once-in-a-generation instincts paired with youthful volatility. There's RVD lore, too, and a confession about losing a round to the legend's tolerance.We also get practical about the business side fans feel in their wallets: ticket prices that price out families, short-circuiting the pipeline that made so many of us fans in the first place. Maven argues for affordability, smarter demographics, and creating spaces where fathers, mothers, and kids can build memories without breaking the bank. And for wrestlers eyeing life after the ring, he lays out a blueprint for owning your story: collaborate widely, serve the audience first, bring receipts, and respect the platform.If you love wrestling storytelling with honesty, humor, and real insight into YouTube growth, audience building, and fan-first thinking, this conversation hits the sweet spot. Listen, share it with a friend who loves the business, and if it resonated, subscribe and leave a review so more fans can find it.Send a text

On this episode of What Happened When, Tony Schiavone and Conrad Thompson take us to Dallas for a special look back at the early career of one of the most iconic professional wrestlers of all time Steve Austin. The guys watch Austin in action as he goes head-to-head with Jeff Jarrett, The Undertaker, and even his wrestling school trainer, Chris Adams. Sit back and enjoy this rare look at Steve Austin before he became the Texas Rattlesnake. BETTER WILD - Right now, Betterwild is offering our listeners up to 40% off your order at http://betterwild.com/WHW  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

We're talking to an unsung hero of the WWF and the first person to EVER step into the ring with The Undertaker on a very special bonus episode of Talking Taker! Join wrestling superfans Alex Doriot and Travis White as they welcome former WWF Superstar Mario Mancini to the podcast to discuss his incredible 4 decades in the wrestling business and his pivotal part in The Dead Man's legacy. Mario walks us through meeting Taker that night, their discussion before the match, and the bump he had to figure out how to take on the spot that no one has ever noticed before! Of course that's not all - Mario's got tales from matches and memories with countless Hall Of Famers including nearly getting choked by Jake The Snake's python, getting interviewed by Vince McMahon on national television at 18 years old, his longtime friendship with Paul Roma and the origin of the tag team name Power & Glory, how King Kong Bundy tried to repay a favor to him years later, his greatest match that never aired on TV, the terms "Jobber" vs. "Enhancement Talent", why he left the WWF in the 90s, coming back to the ring in the 2000s, his heat with Mark Henry, and the lost art of the squash match. You don't want to miss this in-depth interview with this legendary peformer - download, enjoy, and Taker Easy!    Check out the releaunch of our buddy Stephen's podcast on the Brothers Of Collecting on the Collecting Deadman YouTube Channel!   Pick up our new P.S.K. Motorcycle Patch Logo merch over TeePublic.com and celebrate 25 years of the Biker Taker with us!    Listen to "Reconstruction", the new full length album from Travis White! Stream Travis's new album of original tunes on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, or wherever you love to listen!   Stay connected with our Creature Community by following us on Instagram and Facebook!   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and check out all our travel vlogs from SummerSlam and Royal Rumbles past!

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

Kris and David are back as we discuss the week that was February 2-7, 1996. Topics of discussion include:Vince McMahon getting particularly vindictive towards Ted Turner as he airs the latest Billionaire Ted skit “despite threat of legal action from Turner Broadcasting” and takes out an ad in the New York Times business section warning stockholders of Ted's "predatory practices.”All of this overshadows a very good Raw show featuring the first televised Bret Hart vs. Undertaker match.WWF taking a tour of India with Bret Hart getting a total rock star reaction from local school children.Davey Boy Smith getting acquitted of assault stemming from a bar brawl.NJPW vs. UWFi going hot and heavy on two nights of shows in Sapporo.Atsushi Onita teasing coming out of retirement in an angle on a Tokyo Pro show.Michinoku Pro stars arriving in England for All-Star shows promoted by Brian Dixon.ECW running the Big Apple Blizzard Blast at the Lost Batallion Hall in Queens, NY, featuring the last appearance of Woman, as 2 Cold Scorpio kicks her out of the building, plus Juventud Guerrera and Bam Bam Bigelow make their surprise debuts, and so much more.The first ever "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl in New Jersey.A wacky episode of USWA TV featuring Scott Bowden's continuing efforts to win the affections of Downtown Bruno's wife, Uptown Karen.The pretaped Bodyguards vs. Bandits show debuting on PPV and what a debacle that was.The lights going out at Monday Nitro in Lakeland, FL as Lex Luger and Sting wrestle The Road Warriors, and Eric Bischoff makes a big mistake afterwards implying that it was a plot by Vince McMahon.Also on Nitro, Brian Pillman and Kevin Sullivan escalated their worked shoot angle in a crazy match, plus Woman turns heel on Randy Savage while they also foreshadow Elizabeth's pending turn.News from Universal Studios tapings featuring The Giant as a babyface with Ed Leslie as THE CLIPMASTER by his side.This was a fantastic show, so we hope you enjoy it!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:24:43 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, IWA Japan, Tokyo Pro, AJW, All-Star, AAA, & CMLL1:58:42 Classic Commercial Break2:00:16 Halftime2:46:28 Other USA: ECW, NWANJ Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl, MEWF, USWA, CajunCWF, Gary Young on Montel Williams, CWA Bodyguards vs. Bandits, & APW3:56:21 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Kris and David are back as we discuss the week that was February 2-7, 1996. Topics of discussion include:Vince McMahon getting particularly vindictive towards Ted Turner as he airs the latest Billionaire Ted skit “despite threat of legal action from Turner Broadcasting” and takes out an ad in the New York Times business section warning stockholders of Ted's "predatory practices.”All of this overshadows a very good Raw show featuring the first televised Bret Hart vs. Undertaker match.WWF taking a tour of India with Bret Hart getting a total rock star reaction from local school children.Davey Boy Smith getting acquitted of assault stemming from a bar brawl.NJPW vs. UWFi going hot and heavy on two nights of shows in Sapporo.Atsushi Onita teasing coming out of retirement in an angle on a Tokyo Pro show.Michinoku Pro stars arriving in England for All-Star shows promoted by Brian Dixon.ECW running the Big Apple Blizzard Blast at the Lost Batallion Hall in Queens, NY, featuring the last appearance of Woman, as 2 Cold Scorpio kicks her out of the building, plus Juventud Guerrera and Bam Bam Bigelow make their surprise debuts, and so much more.The first ever "Hot Stuff" Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl in New Jersey.A wacky episode of USWA TV featuring Scott Bowden's continuing efforts to win the affections of Downtown Bruno's wife, Uptown Karen.The pretaped Bodyguards vs. Bandits show debuting on PPV and what a debacle that was.The lights going out at Monday Nitro in Lakeland, FL as Lex Luger and Sting wrestle The Road Warriors, and Eric Bischoff makes a big mistake afterwards implying that it was a plot by Vince McMahon.Also on Nitro, Brian Pillman and Kevin Sullivan escalated their worked shoot angle in a crazy match, plus Woman turns heel on Randy Savage while they also foreshadow Elizabeth's pending turn.News from Universal Studios tapings featuring The Giant as a babyface with Ed Leslie as THE CLIPMASTER by his side.This was a fantastic show, so we hope you enjoy it!!!!Timestamps:0:00:00 WWF1:24:43 Int'l: AJPW, NJPW, IWA Japan, Tokyo Pro, AJW, All-Star, AAA, & CMLL1:58:42 Classic Commercial Break2:00:16 Halftime2:46:28 Other USA: ECW, NWANJ Eddie Gilbert Memorial Brawl, MEWF, USWA, CajunCWF, Gary Young on Montel Williams, CWA Bodyguards vs. Bandits, & APW3:56:21 WCWTo support the show and get access to exclusive rewards like special members-only monthly themed shows, go to our Patreon page at Patreon.com/BetweenTheSheets and become an ongoing Patron. Becoming a Between the Sheets Patron will also get you exclusive access to not only the monthly themed episode of Between the Sheets, but also access to our new mailbag segment, a Patron-only chat room on Slack, and anything else we do outside of the main shows!If you're looking for the best deal on a VPN service—short for Virtual Private Network, it helps you get around regional restrictions as well as browse the internet more securely—then Private Internet Access is what you've been looking for. Not only will using our link help support Between The Sheets, but you'll get a special discount, with prices as low as $1.98/month if you go with a 40 month subscription. With numerous great features and even a TV-specific Android app to make streaming easier, there is no better choice if you're looking to subscribe to WWE Network, AEW Plus, and other region-locked services.For the best in both current and classic indie wrestling streaming, make sure to check out IndependentWrestling.tv and use coupon code BTSPOD for a free 5 day trial! (You can also go directly to TinyURL.com/IWTVsheets to sign up that way.) If you convert to a paid subscriber, we get a kickback for referring you, allowing you to support both the show and the indie scene.To subscribe, you can find us on iTunes, Google Play, and just about every other podcast app's directory, or you can also paste Feeds.FeedBurner.com/BTSheets into your favorite podcast app using whatever “add feed manually” option it has.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/between-the-sheets/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Welcome to Manga Monday! This week we're diving into 86, Asato Asato and Shirabi's devastating military sci-fi masterpiece about the Republic of San Magnolia, a nation that claims it fights its war with "zero casualties" using unmanned mechs. The lie? Those mechs are piloted by the 86, people stripped of their humanity and sent to die in machines while the privileged sit safe behind walls. At the center is Shinei Nouzen, the "Undertaker" squadron leader who's seen too many comrades fall, and Vladilena Milizé, the Handler who refuses to see the 86 as disposable. It's about the cost of war, the weight of survival, and what it means to truly see someone as human. This one doesn't just hit, it devastates.Please be sure to rate, review, like and subscribe to MTH as well as all the other podcasts you consume, it takes no time, costs you no money and means the world to us podcasters and content creators. Sadly the algorithm only accepts 5-Star reviews...Keep up to date with Brendan here or find him on Bluesky | Instagram | TikTok | TwitterJoin our Discord full of likeminded anime and culture fans hereUpgrade your wardrobe via our merch storeSubscribe to our Spotify playlistPlease support our fantastic sponsors:Audio-Technica, the best in audio equipmentIced-Tea Aesthetics, the best in anime streetwear (use code sakurasociety5 at checkout to save $5 on your order)Dash Water, the best in sparkling waterJapan Crate, the best in Japanese inspired snacks and nik naks (use code ATEBIT15 at checkout to save 15% + get free shipping)

Ep. 321: Pope and Pollo Del Mar return to discuss all things In Da Newz including the results of The Royal Rumble

*Originally Aired March of 2020*In this episode, I review The Elimination Chamber PPV and put a positive spin on the main event that saw Shayna Baszler steamroll the other 5 women in the match, why I was impressed with Drew Gulak and Undertaker's appearance.Go AD-FREE at Patreon.com/WWEPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.

Welcome back to The Lawcast! This time our hosts cover No Way Out 2002, featuring the NWO's debut in the WWF.It's a chaotic and tumultuous time as the WWF tries to recover from the failure of Steve Austin's heel turn and the WCW invasion. They have two surefire hits on their hands with Triple H's return from injury and the NWO. Surely those can't fail, right? Right?We've got Chris Jericho defending his Undisputed Championship against Steve Austin, Kurt Angle vs. Triple H for the main event of Wrestlemania, and The Rock vs. The Undertaker. We also recap the Royal Rumble and talk about CM Punk and Roman Reigns facing off in the main event of Wrestlemania

Ep 357 – Backlash 1999 You need a road map with these storylines 0:28 - Welcome 6:37 - Backlash Opening 9:11 - The Brood (Gangrel, Edge and Christian) vs the Ministry of Darkness (Mideon and the Acolytes (Bradshaw/Faarooq) 15:32 - Al Snow (w/ Head) vs Hardcore Holly for the WWF Hardcore Championship 22:18 - Goldust (w/ Blue Meanie) vs the Godfather (w/ ho's) for the WWF Intercontinental Championship 28:45 - The New Age Outlaws (Road Dogg Jesse James/Bad Ass Billy Gunn) vs Jeff Jarrett and Owen Hart (w/ Debra) to be the #1 contender for the WWF Tag Team Championship 38:29 - Mankind vs Big Show in a Boiler Room Brawl 44:23 - X-Pac vs HHH (w/ Chyna) 47:49 - Ken Shamrock vs the Undertaker (w/ Paul Bearer) 57:33 - The Rock vs Stone Cold Steve Austin for the WWF Championship in a No Holds Barred match with Shane McMahon as the special guest referee 1:05:43 - Overall Thoughts 1:07:52 - Smarking It Up 1:19:59 - Ready to Rumble 1:24:40 - Goodbyes Music from this week's show is “World One” by Maximum Bob and “I Won't Do What You Tell Me” by Jim Johnston Rate and review us on iTunes, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you find your podcasts Email – WrestlingHistoryX@gmail.com X – WrestlingHistoX

We've made it to the last stop on the road to WrestleMania VIII. In this episode, the fellas cover Saturday Night's Main Event XXX, the first to air on Fox. We have a star studded tag team affair featuring The Hulkster and Sid taking on Ric Flair and The Undertaker. Elsewhere, Jake the Snake and Randy Savage continue their feud. Tune in for all the great takes and more! The post The Year of Duke and Rogue: WWF Saturday Night's Main Event XXX appeared first on Shining Wizards Network.

Stone Cold Steve Austin has a target on his back and 29 other superstars are gunning for him. Plus Shawn Michaels defends the WWE Championship in a Casket Match against The Undertaker.Tom Campbell is joined by "The Rambunctious" Jackie Orlando to offer an alternative commentary to WWE Royal Rumble 1998. WATCH THE VIDEO VERSION at Patreon.com/cultaholic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are joined by Tom Green (WCW Deep Cuts) to recap the final RAW is WAR before King of the Ring 2000! We dive into a wrestling-heavy show from Nashville that features a masterclass in sports entertainment storytelling between Eddie Guerrero and Chyna.We break down the "Puppy Love" segment that saw Eddie win over Chyna with a gift she couldn't resist, alongside the brilliantly booked tournament qualifier where Eddie used a "wrist-lock rollup" to advance. Tommy Blacha explains the backstage perspective on why Eddie Guerrero took to the WWF style like a fish to water while other "jumpers" struggled. We also discuss the "bureaucracy of the fax machine" as Linda McMahon sends a high-stakes decree from afar, and Vince McMahon's bizarre obsession with the size of his own "grapefruits."Other highlights include:- The Rock delivering a "Pierced Anus" promo that only he could pull off.- Kurt Angle's legendary Nashville "inbreeding" promo and his "Smart Mark" match against Bubba Ray Dudley.- The Dudley Boyz facing a 5-on-2 handicap dumpster-table-chaos match.- Pat Patterson and Gerald Brisco taking their hardcore feud to a New York champagne celebration.- Tommy Blacha reveals the locker room tension surrounding Sean Stasiak and his secret tape recorder.0:00 - Intro 3:13 - Sean Stasiak and the secret tape recorder scandal4:06 - The transition of WCW "jumpers" like The Radicals6:00 - Kurt Angle vs. Bubba Ray Dudley (KOTR Qualifier)9:20 - Tommy vs. Rob: The "Seasoned Pro" vs. "Tag Team Herb" debate12:15 - The mysterious "Wall of Voodoo" fan in the front row14:15 - Linda McMahon and the bureaucracy of the fax machine16:30 - The comedic timing of Brisco & Patterson18:30 - Vince McMahon questions his own "raisin-sized grapefruits"21:50 - Vince's "Steak and Potatoes" booking philosophy26:00 - Match: Chris Benoit vs. X-Pac (KOTR Qualifier)32:15 - Eddie Guerrero & Chyna: The masterclass begins36:45 - Behind the Scenes: Why Eddie and Kurt never get "stink" on them41:15 - Chris Jericho vs. Edge (KOTR Qualifier)42:45 - Triple H, Bossman, and Bull Buchanan's broken-up alliance44:00 - Undertaker vs. Bossman & Bull Buchanan45:10 - Jesse Ventura raises Triple H's hand in Minnesota46:15 - Rikishi vs. Scotty 2 Hotty (KOTR Qualifier)48:30 - Kane vs. The Hardys: The "Elephant in the Jungle" psychology53:50 - Crash Holly vs. Hardcore Holly (KOTR Qualifier)56:30 - Gerald Brisco wins the Hardcore Title with a pipe1:00:15 - Triple H snuffs Test (The "Shoot Snuff" talk)1:03:15 - Main Event: The Rock vs. T&A (Handicap Match)1:08:30 - The Rock, Kane, and Undertaker unite against Triple H1:11:40 - WCW Freefall: Goldberg turns heel and eats a contract1:18:20 - OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How many brain cells does this man have left? In this episode of Wrasslin' Raw, the boys get ushered into a new phase of the Attitude Era, where The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin find themselves facing each other at the top. The tournament for the WWF Championship plays out, and Mankind, Ken Shamrock, and the Undertaker all take part in it. Sable becomes the Women's Champion, and Marc Mero sinks even further into oblivion. Oh, and guess what? Earl Hebner gets punched in the face!

We're finally uncovering some rare Undertaker footage from the WWE Vault on an all new Talking Taker! Join wrestling superfans Alex Doriot and Travis White on their encyclopedic exploration digging up The Dead Man as they dive into some "Origins and Oddities" featuring "The Man Who Walks With Angels". Up first are the "Origins" - some of the earliest squash matches of the Grim Reaper that we've never discussed before including his first ever singles match and his first ever use of a bodybag! Then we look at some "Oddities" - some rarely seen untelevised live event matches against the likes of Stone Cold, Mankind, Shawn Michaels, Diesel, The Rock, Kane, X-Pac, and more! We've got so much to discuss including the evolution of Undertaker's character, the lost art of the house show match, the impeccable comedy timing of Gorilla Monsoon and Bobby Heenan, Paul Bearer's hilarious antics, an absolute banger between Mankind and Taker, Diesel and The Dead Man hanging out backstage, X-Pac and The Rock being over like crazy, and an on-the-scene report from one of these matches from 1996 from our pal Tommy On The Spot! Plus we've got our monthly Undertaker sightings, Alex opens a birthday present from Travis, and we get to meet all of Travis's cats and dogs! Download, enjoy, and Taker Easy!    You can watch all the matches discussed on this episode on  this handy plalist featuring matches from the WWE Vault Channel on YouTube!   Check out the releaunch of our buddy Stephen's podcast on the Brothers Of Collecting on the Collecting Deadman YouTube Channel!   Pick up our new P.S.K. Motorcycle Patch Logo merch over TeePublic.com and celebrate 25 years of the Biker Taker with us!    Listen to "Reconstruction", the new full length album from Travis White! Stream Travis's new album of original tunes on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, or wherever you love to listen!   Stay connected with our Creature Community by following us on Instagram and Facebook!   Be sure to subscribe to our YouTube channel and check out all our travel vlogs from SummerSlam and Royal Rumbles past!

Ep. 320: Pope and Pollo Del Mar return to discuss all things In Da Newz including Trey Miguel's shocking return to TNA, AJ Styles Future, Royal Rumble Predictions and more!

Your Questions ANSWERED! Michael Sidgwick & Michael Hamflett answer your burning wrestling questions, including...Why Won't WWE Book Cody Rhodes Vs CM Punk?How To Fix Backstage Segments Mostly Suck?What Next For AJ Styles?Dave Meltzer's Impact On Wrestling In 2026?The Undertaker In AEW?!ENJOY! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the 465th installment of the Wrestling With the Dawg Broadcast at FlairFlop.com, the Three Faces of Fear reunite when Eric Allen and Joe Drilling of OnTheStick.com join the Dirty Dawg Darsie to review Aztec Warfare II from Lucha Underground!  The guys talk about the legal troubles of Hulk Hogan, Dean Ambrose vs. Triple H, Shane McMahon returning to the WWE and facing the Undertaker inside Hell in a Cell at WrestleMania 2016, and so much more! Please support WhenItWasCool.com! Patreon.com/WIWCool/ Patreon.com/DirtyDawgMES/ Shoutout to Innxes for his WWE Royal Rumble Show Theme and Penta's "Zero Miedo" Entrance Theme.  Check out his work on YouTube at: https://www.youtube.com/@innesx_/videos

Mick Foley returns and this time it's all about the legend of Cactus Jack, getting his head around the Mankind character, how The Undertaker changed Mick's whole life in a single night, and the roles that Bruiser Brody & the Dynamite Kid played in Mick's career. Mick's also breaking down his infamous "Hell In A Cell" match vs The Undertaker, the backstage promo he cut in 2014 with Dean Ambrose, and why one of his kids was almost named Stan or Hansen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In case you weren’t depressed enough by the recent cold weather, icy roadways, loss of electricity and drinking water issues, the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists just released its 2026 Doomsday Clock on Tuesday. This group of global Brainiacs said that the world’s destruction is now just 85 seconds away.  It has moved four seconds closer than the 89 seconds it was a year ago. The scientists’ symbolic Doomsday Clock has been around since 1947 after World War II ended.  This pessimistic bunch cited “hard-won global understandings are collapsing, accelerating a winner-takes-all power competition and undermining international cooperation.” Nuclear wars, climate change, misuse of biotechnology, and, newly added, the rapid development of artificial intelligence are now leading the concerns expressed by the worldwide group of scientists. Don’t panic – yet.   Most of us have succeeded in living productive lives for decades despite these looming ominous threats. But what about college sports? People on the left and right side of the political aisle may disagree about the urgency of the threats mentioned by the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists. Both sides are likely to agree that America’s longtime college sports environment has been undergoing seismic changes in recent years.  The tectonic plates which have long supported college athletics have been shifting around faster than the San Andreas fault. College sports began as a way to develop friendly athletic competitions between regional colleges and universities. A rowing competition in August, 1852 between Harvard and Yale was considered the first official intercollegiate sporting match. The Harvard Crimson won “The Race” which covered two miles.  The Yale Bulldogs finally broke into the winner’s column in the fourth annual race. Harvard still leads the series 97-60, but Yale has been victorious in seven of the last ten matches. The evolution of athletic conferences Other colleges and universities quickly saw the benefit from developing annual sporting competitions with nearby regional schools. The Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Association (SIAA) originated in 1892.  This group would eventually spin-off today’s Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) and the Southeastern Conference (SEC). The Western Conference (1896) became the predecessor for today’s Big Ten Conference. Remember the “Big 8” Conference?  It began in 1907 and has evolved into today’s Big 12.   A west coast group of schools called the Pacific Coast Conference began a sports affiliation in 1915 which later morphed into the Pac-12. Dozens of other conference affiliations began around the country for larger and smaller colleges and universities – primarily based on regional proximity. From 1900-2000, the “new” NCAA was (generally) able to manage college athletics For most of the 20th century, the number of college athletic conferences continued to grow and evolve. The larger schools had enough money to construct significant facilities dedicated to football, basketball, and other sports to entice the top student-athletes.  The “major” schools generally remained in geographically-friendly conferences to minimize travel costs and classroom interruptions for student-athletes. Mid-majors and smaller schools found alignments with regional rivals of similar school size and interests. The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) began in 1906.  It was intended to establish rules ensuring fair play for intercollegiate sports and protection of the competing athletes. The NCAA eventually divided colleges into the scholarship-driven Division I and Division II groups plus the non-athletic scholarship Division III.  Each division features its own national championship competitions in most sports. Many athletes attend college to refine their skills in hopes of quickly turning pro The term “student-athlete” has been used in connotation with college athletics for much of the last century. Athletic scholarships have been provided to talented sports participants.  It included the value of school tuition, room, and board in return for the student’s athletic participation.  This relatively small portion of the student population was expected to maintain close to a “C” grade point average in order to retain their scholarship from year to year. As expected, marginally qualified academic performers in high school started being recruited by some colleges for their athletic abilities. These weaker college students started being shuffled into “Beginner Basket Weaving” (just kidding – maybe) and less strenuous academic classes to keep them eligible for sports participation. The pro football’s NFL requires prospective players to be at least three years removed from high school.  College football has developed as the primary conduit necessary for players who dream of donning an NFL uniform some day. The term “one and done” refers to the NBA’s minimal requirement that future pro basketball players must be one year removed from high school.  That’s why most of your favorite freshman college basketball stars vanish every spring. The women’s WNBA currently requires future US players to be age 22.  Expect that to be challenged in courts and changed soon. This explains why many of today’s major college football and men’s basketball players only want to stick around for the bare minimum of time. What a surprise!  Disputes over cheating became more frequent NCAA investigations have revealed artificially enhanced high school grade-point averages.  Other allegations include under-the-table money and other valuable enticements being provided to athletes and/or their families prior to or after arrival at some colleges. SMU’s famous “Death Penalty” recruiting violation case was handed down by the NCAA in the 1980’s. It forced the school to cancel football entirely in 1987 and 1988.  This sent a message to other schools that the NCAA was serious about enforcing its rules. Much like WWE legend The Undertaker, SMU gradually arose from its football coffin and even qualified for the 12-team College Football Playoffs in 2024. Unfortunately, the NCAA has appeared to prefer focusing on administrative issues like adding the 3-point shot to college basketball (1986) rather than pursue investigations against member institutions (which supply a cadre of high-dollar attorneys) about alleged cheating allegations. Which brings us to today’s NCAA transfer portal and the NIL-A-Palooza Implementation of the NCAA’s transfer portal in 2018 began allowing student-athletes to transfer from one college to another in the same way that all other students are permitted to do. Previously, athletes had been barred from participating in sports at their new school for up to a full year. This was (supposedly) done to encourage athletes to keep their commitment to the original institution’s athletic program. It was in 2021 that the game-changing Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) program began. Chuckle if you wish, but the NIL was initially intended to give cash-starved college athletes an opportunity to earn some extra spending money via local advertisements and promotional appearances.  Most figured that this would fetch, at best, a few thousand dollars per year for some students to buy pizza, attend an occasional movie, buy clothes, and the like. Au contraire! They were quite wrong. The actual result of the combination of the NCAA transfer portal and the NIL cash has been the creation of a very lucrative pay-for-play system. College coaches are legally gambling by offering scholarships and massive NIL cash incentives to transfer portal players. Has the NCAA been actively involved in verifying whether the transferring athletes have met the academic standards of their previous school and the incoming entrance requirements of the new college? If the NCAA isn’t doing this, are we supposed to trust the coaches and athletic administrators to simply police themselves? University of Texas junior quarterback Arch Manning was identified by one publication as having an NIL value of more than $4 million per year.  A few of this January’s top transfer quarterbacks may have received offers of $5 million or more to change football teams for next season. A record 3,300 FBS major college football players entered January’s transfer portal. There are 136 football teams in the FBS classification. That means that an incredible 24 football players per school were playing musical chairs this month.  Current rules allow no more than 85 full scholarship football players per institution. New LSU football coach Lane Kiffin just returned to Baton Rouge with the #1-rated transfer portal class.  He signed more than 40 new players for the Tigers this fall.  Coach Kiffin was expected to spend more than $20 million to buy talent – for just one season. This same game is being played by college participants in men’s and women’s basketball. Even top baseball, softball, gymnastics, soccer, volleyball, tennis, and golf stars are being lured to certain colleges with NIL cash offers. What is the NCAA going to do about all of this? Not much. The NCAA has been busy dealing with lawsuits filed by attorneys representing athletes demanding one additional year of college athletic eligibility.  Most cases are due to injuries which kept the player from participating for more than half of a previous year. The money being offered to remain one more year in college has become so high that increasing numbers of athletes want to stick around to build their financial nest egg. Why enter a professional sports draft when you are not assured of being selected by a team or making the final squad next season?  A growing number of college football players are opting for the “sure thing” by taking NIL cash which is likely more than they would earn as an NFL rookie. Starting football players for this month’s national champion Indiana Hoosiers had an average age of 23. Coach Curt Cignetti apparently knows how to play this transfer portal/NIL game quite well, too! The NCAA is considered to be (at least for now) a tax-exempt non-profit entity under IRS Section 501 (c)3.  It earns more than $1 billion in annual revenues – primarily associated with the television rights paid by networks for the men’s and women’s March Madness college basketball tournaments. Non-profits traditionally earn most of their income from charitable donations.  The NCAA might also be busy protecting its own business plan right now. Perhaps the NCAA doesn’t have much of an appetite to waste its financial and legal resources pursuing rogue schools and players.  All parties now arrive at the courthouse armed with their own high dollar attorneys. Does this mean that major college sports are operating on a Doomsday Clock? Perhaps. There is only one sure way to get things to change.  A large enough percentage of fans must stop buying season tickets, donating money to their schools’ athletics departments, and watching televised major college sports on television. When revenues noticeably drop, things might change. Will that happen anytime soon?  Don’t hold your breath!   The post The Doomsday Clock…of College Sports? appeared first on SwampSwamiSports.com.

Kliq This #186 is one of those episodes where Kevin Nash and Sean Oliver start in one place and end up everywhere, in the best way. Kev goes off on what's real, what's performative, and what people don't understand until they've actually lived it, whether it's politics, money, or the grind behind the curtain. And when the conversation turns to Becky Lynch, it turns into a legit "wait a second…" moment, because the gap between the TV character and the actual human being gets way more interesting than most fans ever get to see. There's also a run of wrestling talk that hits that sweet spot where it's not about "ratings discourse" or internet yelling, it's about why certain stuff works, why certain people feel like stars, and what WWE is quietly doing better lately. Plus: a brand new recurring bit gets introduced that immediately threatens to derail the entire show, and Nash is absolutely the last person on earth you'd want trying to keep it organized. BlueChew- Get 10% off your first month of BlueChew Gold with code NASH at BlueChew.com Cash App- Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/3v6om02z #CashAppPod. Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. See terms and conditions at https://cash.app/legal/us/en-us/card-agreement. Direct deposit and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit http://cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. 00:00 Kliq This #186 Becky Lynch is UnReal 00:57 Salmon 02:11 grass-fed burgers 09:29 Mayor Nash 17:06 Administrative Warrant is somehow enough to invade someone's home 24:55 REPUBLICAN KEV 26:29 US Deficit vs China 26:50 The Denmark deal 36:19 I think both political parties leaders need to be arrested 36:51 If you're too far left or right you're an idiot and part of the issue 40:50 Austin delivered a suplex on a solid stage against Kevin Owen 43:56 Wrestling Rings 49:05 WWE Unreal S2 55:26 BREAK CASH APP 58:14 KTTV 58:30 Stat checks 59:20 Punk vs Finn 01:04:51 AJ vs Gunther 01:06:16 Logan Paul 01:09:30 SD Cody loss to Drew MC 01:12:10 Mount Nashmore: NBA "Sixth Men" 01:21:35 BREAK BLUECHEW 01:24:15 Vampiro in JCW 01:25:39 Bad Reality TV shows 01:27:59 The Offer on Paramount 01:30:31 Canada? 01:36:56 Flipping off Undertaker 01:37:48 Black and White or Wolfpac? 01:38:37 OUTRO

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are back in the Windy City (or at least Rosemont) to recap a star-studded June 15, 2000 episode of SmackDown. The headline is the guest appearance of Samuel L. Jackson as Shaft! We break down the surreal crossover segments in Time Square and WWE New York, including the legendary moment where Shaft offers to "protect the booty" of Hardcore Champion Crash Holly.Tommy Blacha provides unique insight into the "on-the-fly" nature of the Shaft shoot and what it was like working with a Hollywood A-lister at the peak of his powers. We also discuss the acoustics of the old Rosemont Horizon, the mystery of The Undertaker's sudden arrest for "carjacking," and why Vince McMahon thought Dean Malenko needed to be paired with the Godfather's ladies to get over.Other major discussion points include:- The Dudley Boyz taking a 10-foot plunge off the stage inside a tied-up dumpster.- The Rock, Undertaker, and Kane dealing with a new high-stakes stipulation for their King of the Ring main event.- Lita carving her own path: How her legitimate in-ring ability in Mexico and Mexico's CMLL forced WWE to take the women's division seriously.- The ongoing "Faction vs. Regime" branding war and Triple H's questionable grammar.- Chris Jericho getting "splashed" by a bucket of water from Stephanie McMahon.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and tell your enemies about us!Follow Tales from the Attitude Era: Email: tftattitudera@gmail.com Instagram/TikTok/X: @TFTattitudeera0:00 - Intro1:40 - The "Stay Out" Bar and Rosemont's 23-hour liquor laws3:54 - WWE Post-Production: Making Linda McMahon sound dramatic6:55 - Match 1: Edge vs. Grandmaster Sexay (KOTR Qualifier)7:50 - Stone Phillips in the front row / Celebrity cameo talk10:42 - McMahon-Helmsley promo: The new KOTR stipulation17:03 - Crash Holly, Brisco, & Patterson take Time Square17:53 - Match 2: The Hardys vs. T&A / Lita makes the save19:54 - Lita's rise: From a bus to Mexico to the Attitude Era21:19 - Undertaker arrested for carjacking / Spitting tobacco on Bull Buchanan23:21 - Match 3: D-Lo Brown vs. Scotty 2 Hotty (KOTR Qualifier)24:00 - Match 4: Kane vs. Chris Benoit (The "Smart Mark Waiver" finish)25:44 - Edge & Christian's "Mom" drama / Faction vs. Regime debate27:56 - Vince McMahon and the XFL Chicago press conference28:34 - Match 5: Dudley Boyz vs. Edge & Christian29:42 - THE DUMPSTER SPOT: The Dudleys tossed off the stage32:14 - Match 6: Chris Jericho vs. Bull Buchanan 33:42 - Is Jericho being "Herbed"? The verb defined34:57 - Pat Patterson wants to go to the leather clubs35:58 - Val Venis vs. Rikishi brawl / The vicious chair shot39:19 - SAMUEL L. JACKSON meets Crash Holly43:00 - The Sweet 16 King of the Ring Brackets revealed44:20 - The Rock Scooby-Doo promo: "It doesn't matter!"45:23 - Shaft drops Pat Patterson at WWE New York47:02 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Kurt Angle48:22 - Stephanie throws a bucket of water / The Schmoz finish49:42 - Servicing the live crowd energy vs. repetitive booking53:04 - Sunday Night Heat Recap: Benoit, Jericho, and Hardcore Holly57:27 - Outro Follow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JBL's title reign, John Cena's rise and The Undertaker's forgotten transition on '04 SmackDown. Simon Miller presents 9 Things You Learn Binge Watching Every WWE SmackDown From 2004...ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@SimonMiller316@WhatCultureWWEFor more awesome content, check out: whatculture.com/wwe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Great Rosary Campaign is an ongoing prayer and penance campaign for the conversion and strengthening of both Catholic and non-Catholic leaders.THIS WEEK of the Great Rosary Campaign, we will pray for the conversion of Mark Calaway, the famous wrestler known as "The Undertaker." He has been seen many times wearing a Rosary, so we pray that he may come into full communion with the Church. The SUGGESTED PENANCE this week is a 24 hour water fast (nothing but water), adjusted for your state in life.In these dark times, we must fight evil with the most powerful weapons we have. The Rosary is foremost among them. Join the Great Rosary Campaign today at: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com.Countless Saints and Popes have told us that the Rosary is incredibly powerful for three things in particular:Keeping the FaithMoral renovationConversions of non-CatholicsThe Great Rosary Campaign is also based on several biblical themes and principles.First, PRAY FOR OUR BRETHREN. “Pray for one another…” (Jas. 5:16). “So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all men, and especially to those who are of the household of faith" (Gal. 6:10).Second, PRAY FOR OUR ENEMIES. “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.' But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, so that you may be sons of your Father who is in heaven" (Matt. 5:43-44).Third, PRAY FOR ALL MEN, PARTICULARLY LEADERS AND THOSE IN AUTHORITY. “First of all, then, I urge that supplications, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgivings be made for all men, or kings and all who are in high positions…” (1 Tim. 2:1-2).Fourth, GOING INTO BATTLE WITH THE ARK. When the ancient Israelites came to Jericho, God didn't tell them to besiege the city. Instead, He told them to march around it with the Ark of the Covenant seven times, and on the seventh the walls would fall. We will now "march" in prayer for seven days with the New Ark of the Covenant, Our Lady, through the Rosary. We pray in hope that on the seventh day, a day especially devoted to Our Lady (Saturday), extraordinary graces of conversion will be given to those we are praying for.Fifth, EVANGELISM AND APOLOGETICS = LOVE + ARGUMENTS + PRAYER + PENANCE. Ultimately it is God who reveals Himself to a soul, and empowers them to say "yes" to Him by His grace. He chooses to use us, but He does not have to. We must remember that as we evangelize and defend the Faith, our arguments will be fruitless unless informed by love (charity), and reinforced by prayer and penance.Sixth, RETURNING GOOD FOR EVIL. “Do not return evil for evil, or reviling for reviling; but on the contrary bless, for to this you have been called, that you may obtain a blessing" (1 Pet. 3:9).Sign up to take part in the Great Rosary Campaign today: www.GreatRosaryCampaign.com

Ep. 319: Pope and Pollo Del Mar return to disccus all things In Da Newz including the exits of Tommaso Ciampa and Trey Miguel from their respective companies. 

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (1-21-2021), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Zack Heydorn, assistant editor at PWTorch.com. They discussed the most likely Royal Rumble men's and women's winners and WrestleMania scenarios for them, WWE's silly WrestleMania “news desk” commercial with John Cena, Stephanie McMahon, Triple H, Sasha Banks, Roman Reigns, and Paul Heyman, the presentation of Kenny Omega this week and in general so far by AEW, Undertaker's controversial comment this week on the Joe Rogan podcast about not liking today's WWE product because it's too soft, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

It's Royal Rumble season so we're helping you get in the spirit with a classic Talking Taker Watch-Along episode, BACK FROM THE DEAD at the top of your podcast feed! It's the 25th anniversary of the epic 2001 Royal Rumble so we invite you to revisit our coverage of this classic. This match was also drafted #1 overall on our Ultimate Rumble Fantasy Draft, which is even more reason to rewatch this one with us! This one has our patented live commentary of the match itself plus our discussion of Drew Carey's Hall Of Fame performance, Kane's incredible run through the roster, the surprising return of Haku, a rare match between Raven and The Undertaker during the build, and so much more! Enjoy this look back, and be sure to join us February 1st for a brand new episode diving into Undertaker footage from the WWE Vault channel!

Today we jump back 15 years to the Jan. 11, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast featuring host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell. They took a record 14 phone calls in one hour on a wide variety of subjects including the previous night's Raw, the TNA Genesis PPV, Brock Lesnar signing on to coach The Ultimate Fighter, and much more. This includes the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.