Podcasts about WWE Draft

Welcome to WWE RAW or SMACKDOWN TBD, the podcast where Ryan Gray, Richie Mars, and special guests determine whether WWE's biggest stars are a better fit for Raw or SmackDown. In this special sampler episode, we revisit three standout debates featuring some of WWE's most accomplished superstars: Charlotte Flair with special guest Ibou Dolph Ziggler with special guest Marcus Randy Orton with special guest MJ Which brand maximizes Charlotte Flair's star power? Was Dolph Ziggler always destined to be a Raw workhorse or a SmackDown centerpiece? And where does "The Viper" Randy Orton truly belong? Join the crew as they break down careers, championships, rivalries, character evolution, and brand identity while making the ultimate Raw vs. SmackDown case for each superstar. Whether you're a longtime WWE fan or discovering the series for the first time, this sampler offers a perfect introduction to the unique format and spirited debates of WWE RAW or SMACKDOWN TBD. Check out the entire series on our YouTube page! WWE, WWE Podcast, Raw, SmackDown, WWE Raw, WWE SmackDown, Charlotte Flair, Randy Orton, Dolph Ziggler, Ryan Gray, Richie Mars, WWE Draft, WWE Debate, Wrestling Podcast, Pro Wrestling, WWE History, WWE Discussion, Charlotte Flair Podcast, Randy Orton Podcast, Dolph Ziggler Podcast, WWE Brands, Wrestling Analysis, WWE Network, Wrestling Fans, WWE Superstars, WWE Retrospective, NoSo Network, WWE Sampler, WWE Fantasy Booking, Sports Entertainment

Today we jump back 15 years to the May 20, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch Livecast with host Wade Keller and ProWrestling.net's Jason Powell took live calls for most of the live hour including discussion on the previous night's Raw, the post-draft WWE fallout, Kharma's newsworthy promo, Tough Enough, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow they discussed Brock Lesnar's surgery, an anonymous G.M. theory, Zach Ryder's cameos, the state of the Diva Division, WrestleMania's buyrate, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

On the 481st edition of Wrestling With the Dawg Broadcast at FlairFlop.com, Dr. Ghost joins the Dirty Dawg Darsie to review Shelton Benjamin vs. Triple H from Monday Night Raw on March 29th and April 5th, 2004!  Dr. Ghost and the Dawg talk about their favorite WWE Draft memories and moments, El Grand Luchador, Eddie Guerrero vs. Kurt Angle, Mick Foley building up Randy Orton at Backlash 2004, promos, and so much more! Please support WhenItWasCool.com! Patreon.com/WIWCool/ Patreon.com/DirtyDawgMES/ Follow Dr. Ghost online! https://www.twitch.tv/dr_ghost19 https://www.instagram.com/dr_ghost19/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7_-AngMvA5g9GghWYmxuSA Please check out the latest sponsor of the podcast, Dubby Energy at Dubby.gg!  Save 10% in check out if you use "DIRTYDAWGMES" in the coupon code!

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 28 and 29, 2011.On the Apr. 28, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Greg Parks, they discussed with live callers the 2011 WWE Draft in-depth from top-to-bottom covering all angles with some interesting discussion of potential new feuds, how the Draft could change the Extreme Rules PPV booking, Top 5 potential breakout stars from The Draft, R-Truth, John Morrison, Drew McIntyre or Dolph Ziggler as a breakout star, potential heel vs. heel feud with Miz and Alberto Del Rio, where Jericho would fit in, Daniel Bryan and other mid-card faces on Smackdown, and much more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they talk more about the Draft, break down WWE's breaking news on cutting the dividend, the NFL Draft, and more.Then on the Apr. 29, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell discussed with live callers WWE's annual shareholders meeting and some highlights from what WWE said and Vince McMahon said, TNA Impact last night, Extreme Rules on Sunday, the WWE depth charts post-Draft, what the top champions would look like on a single WWE brand, some new feuds on the Raw brand, why WWE and TNA struggle to make stars, and much more.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 Apr. 26, 2011 episode of the PWTorch Livecast with PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net. They discussed the WWE draft from all angles including the presentation and who the winners and losers are likely to be, plus more thoughts on other aspects of Raw, C.M. Punk's potential WWE departure, Tough Enough thoughts, breaking ratings analysis, and a big idea for TNA.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years (4-27-2011) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill. They discussed with live callers the fallout of the WWE Draft including Sheamus, Wade Barrett, Alberto Del Rio, C.M. Punk, Jack Swagger, Christian, plus Extreme Rules PPV predictions, McNeill's Mailbag, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 22 and 25, 2011.On the Apr. 22, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch Nostalgia columnist Brian Hoops, they discuss with live callers last night's TNA Impact, their booking malaise, segment-by-segment Impact issues, plus a look at the Impact ratings, from WWE - Draft predictions and potential pitfalls & strengths of moving the likes of top stars such as Randy Orton or John Cena, Sin Cara's early booking, how WWE books the mid-card and why the stars aren't over, and much more.In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, they break down a 20 years ago back-issue on the WM7 buyrate being the lowest of all-time, Owen Hart in WCW, WWE at MSG house show, ol' Herb Abrams trying to go to PPV, and more.Then on the Apr. 25, 2011 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers that night's WWE Draft, predictions on Randy Orton and/or John Cena switching brands, Sin Cara evaluation through three weeks, the awful Impact segment with RVD & Hulk Hogan & Sting, the state of the wrestling business with WWE's storyline & character issues and TNA's issues, booking Cena vs. The Rock at WrestleMania 28, and much more.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 two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 18 and 19, 2011.On the Apr. 18, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell discussed with live callers Sunday night's TNA Lockdown PPV and then took ten phone calls on a variety of subjects including Lockdown, WWE's Draft, Ric Flair, The Rock, Sin Cara, Mickie James, Edge, and more.Then on the Apr. 19, 2011 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and former WWE Creative Team member John Piermarini took live calls for an hour on a variety of subjects, mostly related to the previous night's Raw, including insight into the Draft process behind the scenes and stories from the past couple drafts such as last-second changes by Vince McMahon, plus the R-Truth smoking gimmick, Michael Cole making Jim Ross kiss his foot, could John Cena jump to Smackdown, Kane's future, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

I've got a LOT to say about last night's Elimination Chamber PLE and it's not great... but it's not all bad either as we got a MAJOR title match made for Smackdown, so the WWE title picture is getting interesting at just the right time.  Plus, NXT Stand and Deliver moves AWAY from WrestleMania weekend and why that's a good thing... no plans for a WWE Draft in 2026 and why the draft DOESN'T WORK anymore... AJ Styles going into the Hall of Fame and claims WrestleMania has lost some of its luster... a DEEP DIVE into the latest shocker with Netflix walking away from its acquisition of WBD to pave the way for a Paramount/Skydance takeover and breaking down what it could mean for AEW (and a lot more than just AEW)... The Hurt Syndicate coming back at full strength shortly... John Laurinaitis is back with a quote so crazy I can hardly believe he even said it... and if I had the book, who I would build WWE around for the next five years and beyond!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. Thanks to BetterHelp for sponsoring this week's episode!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

Originally Aired October of 2021:Back by popular demand, The Casual Wrestling Fan once again joins the show to discuss everything that happened for this week in WWE.Go AD-FREE at Patreon.com/WWEPodcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.

Shot of Nostalgia is back for Season 7, and we're jumping straight into one of the most important turning points in modern wrestling history. The DeLorean's set for 2002—a year where WWE was trying to figure itself out, and SmackDown quietly stole the show. Acefield Retro kicks things off with The Split & The Spark, covering March through July 2002, when everything started to change. The Invasion had fizzled out, the roster was packed to the brim, and WWE needed a new identity. The solution came in the form of the first-ever Brand Extension. Raw got the spectacle. SmackDown got the wrestlers. Under Paul Heyman's direction, SmackDown became a wrestling-first show built on pacing, precision, and purpose. And at the center of it all were six names—Kurt Angle, Eddie Guerrero, Chris Benoit, Edge, Rey Mysterio, and Chavo Guerrero. Together, they gave the show rhythm, personality, and heart. This episode revisits the early foundations of the SmackDown Six era, including: • The 2002 WWE Draft and how it reshaped the company • Eddie Guerrero's return and redemption match with Rob Van Dam at Backlash • Kurt Angle and Edge turning a Hair vs. Hair match at Judgment Day into a breakout moment for both • Rey Mysterio's WWE debut against Chavo Guerrero and the high-flying spark that made everyone stop and stare SmackDown wasn't supposed to be the show people talked about every week—but it became exactly that. Cleaner finishes, longer matches, and stories that actually paid off. For one summer, wrestling television just felt right again. Presented by The Turnbuckle Tavern, where nostalgia meets conversation. Follow @TurnbuckleTavern and @AcefieldRetro for updates, retro drops, and full discussions every Friday night. Support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for just $2.99 a month to get early access, bonus content, and exclusive throwback coverage.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-15-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Rich Fann. They discussed the WWE Draft including Montez Ford, Seth Rollins, Keith Lee, and Big E, plus Retribution with Mustafa Ali, highlights of AEW's 1st year on TNT and where there's room for improvement, NXT's 1st year on USA, NJPW G1 standings & surprises so far, assessing and comparing Capital Wrestling Center, ThunderDome, and Daily's Place, and more including scattered emails questions.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back five years to the Oct. 15, 2020 episode of the All Elite Aftershow. Mike McMahon and Andrew Soucek begin by reacting to AEW Dynamite's 1st Anniversary show, including Jon Moxley vs. Lance Archer for the World Title in the main event. Topics also include Cody Rhodes vs. Orange Cassidy, the opening tag team match with FTR, and a passionate and heated promo from Eddie Kingston. Oh, and they also discuss the WWE Draft, and just how ridiculous it is, as well as some of how COVID was affecting pro wrestling.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (10-9-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Nick Barbati from the new weekly VIP podcast "The Nicky's Club." They discussed Smackdown with callers and emails including full WWE Draft analysis and what to make of all the moves made so far and what surprised them. They also look at who was eligible to be drafted, but wasn't. They also talk with callers and read emails on New Day being split up, Lars Sullivan's return, the Fiend vs. Kevin Owens match and what it portends, the Sasha Banks challenge of Bayley for a HIAC match, the latest with Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

Originally aired in October of 2019:In this episode Ashley Mann and I break down the big news stories of the week in WWE including Kofi's non-reaction to losing the WWE Championship, Cain vs Brock at Crown Jewel, WWE's attempt at making the draft feel "sports-like" and so much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-wwe-podcast--2187791/support.

Today we jump back five years to the Sept. 27, 2020 episode hosted by PWTorch columnist Greg Parks who breaks down WWE Clash of Champions with callers and emailers. Among the topics: the upcoming WWE Draft, what's next for Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre, the booking of the main event, when do Sasha Banks and Bayley finally tangle, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

Join SP3, Tru Draw Josh & Top Guy JJ for an all-new edition of our flagship podcast Tru Heel Heat 333 discussing the latest wrestling news including: 0:00 Intro 10:35 NBA Finals talk 20:57 Rikishi is pissed at Jey Uso losing the World Heavyweight Title & random chat 28:44 WWE & AAA Worlds Collide & WWE Money In The Bank 45:21 R-Truth returns, HHH says 'its all part of the show' & everyone calls BS 1:19:44 Mr. Iguana Mania & WWE & AAA Worlds Collide success 1:34:39 WWE SmackDown 1:48"40 CM Punk goes to Saudi Arabia, Jade Cargill push & WWE Draft update 2:09:52 WWE Raw on Netflix 2:13:52 Why Jey Uso Lost To GUNTHER, Brie Bella return & Omos re-signs 2:29:20 WWE NXT & Evolve, Mariah May becomes Blake Monroe & WWE interested in Mike Santana 2:37:05 AEW Dynamite & Collision Summer Blockbuster 2:56:16 Should Okada/Omega headline All In Texas? 3:06:39 WBD splitting up, Private Party leaving AEW & heading to WWE? & ROH TV/TNA IMPACT 3:25:27 Best, Worst, Moment & Matches of the Week 3:28:55 NJPW Dominion final predictions Leave your thoughts on this podcast in the live chat and comments section. Like, share, superchat and subscribe to support! #RTruth #RonKillings #WWE #MITB #WorldsCollide #MrIguana #AEW #AEWSummerBlockbuster #AEWAllInTexas #KazuchikaOkada #KennyOmega #CMPunk #JohnCena #GUNTHER #JeyUso Welcome to the Tru Heel Heat Wrestling YouTube channel where we cover  the sport of professional wrestling including all WWE TV shows (Raw,  Smackdown, & NXT), AEW Dynamite/Dark, IMPACT Wrestling, NJPW, ROH,  Dark Side of the Ring and more. Our weekly podcast hosted by SP3, Top  Guy JJ & Miss Krssi Luv breaking down the weekly wrestling news and  present unfiltered, honest thoughts and opinions for wrestling fans by  wrestling fans, drops every Saturday. We also include PPV reviews,  countdowns, and exclusive interviews with wrestlers from all promotions  hosted by a wide range of personalities such as Romeo, Chris G, Ness,  StatKing, Drunk Guy JJ, J-News and more. Subscribe and enable ALL  notifications to stay posted for the latest wrestling WWE news,  highlights, commentary, updates and more.Become a member of Tru Heels Facebook community: www.facebook.com/groups/1336177103130224/Subscribe to Tru Heel Heat on YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UC0AmFQmsRyQYPKyRm5hDwNgFollow Tru Heels on Twitter: twitter.com/truheelheatFollow Tru Heels on Instagram: www.instagram.com/truheelheat/Music composed by JPM

This week Jake and Joey talk the week of May 9, 2005 in the WWE Women's Division. The boys talk Stacy Keibler being saved by The Hurricane and Rosey, Sharmell and Booker T being attacked by Kurt Angle, Lita leading Kane to victory, Melina helping MNM and Chavo Guerrero pick up a victory, Lilian Garcia being fed nachos by Viscera, Christy Hemme asking about the WWE Draft and more! Everybody get golden!

Here is your Pro Wrestling News Report for May 14, 2025. Running Time: 36 Minutes.  Topics covered in this report include:  TKO Mark Shapiro delivers a sobering wakeup call the wrestling world mostly ignored: TKO morphing WWE into UFC template (fewer shows, higher prices, partnership overload) will continue CW President says NXT airing on CW has been a 'game changer'. And he provides lots of metrics to back this up Warner Brothers Discovery makes big news about MAX at Media TV Upfronts in NYC. And AEW is not part of it Best wishes go out to Jake 'The Snake' Roberts who underwent a serious heart procedure earlier this week WWE files to trademark 'The High Ryze' NXT Underground: Latest news including new matches added WWE RAW 5/5/25 TV Rating Rumor: 2025 WWE Draft taking place Memorial Day Weekend  IWC a buzz over Stephanie Vaquer and Miles Borne dating Ric Flair to appear on 5/17/25 AEW Collision as part of a tribute to Steve 'Mongo' McMichael (RIP) AEW announces two week, six event TV taping (Dynamite and Collision) in Chicago in July Ivy Nile vs Maxxine Dupri: Number One Contenders Tournament for WWE Speed Championship result And Much More! RIGHT CLICK AND SAVE to download the AUDIO episode of WRESTLING NEWS REPORT (5/14/25) CLICK HERE to listen to WRESTLING NEWS REPORT (5/14/25) online CLICK HERE for the COMMERCIAL FREE (PATREON) AUDIO episode of WRESTLING NEWS REPORT (5/14/25) CLICK HERE for the YOUTUBE VERSION of WRESTLING NEWS REPORT (5/14/25) CLICK HERE to access previous episodes for all Don Tony and Kevin Castle Show public content ==== THE DON TONY SHOW 5/12/25 (RAW Recap, Wrestling News and More) CLICK HERE to download the AUDIO episode of THE DON TONY SHOW (5/12/25) CLICK HERE for the COMMERCIAL FREE AUDIO episode of THE DON TONY SHOW (5/12/25) CLICK HERE for the ENHANCED YOUTUBE MEMBERS VERSION (w/PICS & VIDEOS ADDED) of THE DON TONY SHOW (5/12/25) CLICK HERE to listen to THE DON TONY SHOW (5/12/25) online ==== REMEMBERING KEVIN CASTLE

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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 30 and May 3, 2010.On the Apr. 30, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Pat McNeill interacted with phone callers, emails, and chat room questions on WWE's annual business meeting, WWE's PPV buy drop explanation, International WWE biz, the WWE Draft, PWTorch Poll on next to feud with Cena and Swagger, TNA's ratings & replay ratings, TNA's future management & on Spike TV, how Jim Ross could fit in, Awesome Kong's feud with Bubba, Kong's interview today, women's wrestling, weekend wrestling preview, and more. The previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow discussion includes a complete review of the PWTorch Poll on who should feud with Jack Swagger on Smackdown, the state of the Smackdown brand, Christian's potential push, and more.Then on the May 3, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and cohost Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net took live calls on the breaking news regarding TNA Impact moving back to Thursdays, with a detailed breakdown of the pros and cons, the possible spin, the possibility of ever getting back to Mondays, and more. Also, live calls ask about Jim Ross, TNA taking Impact on the road, The O-Zone segment, the Love Sponge-Kong controversy, and much more. In the 18 minute previously VIP-exclusive AfterShow, Powell and Keller discuss the WWE Draft results with our picks for winners and losers, possible feuds for Chris Jericho and Jack Swagger, Big Show as a PPV headlining babyface, and more.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 two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 28 and 29, 2010.On the Apr. 28, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell takes phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on TNA Impact's TV rating, TNA lacking basic pacing required for episodic TV, the NXT show, NXT competitions, where Daniel Bryan fits into WWE's plans, perhaps moving a GM to Raw with the guest hosts, and more on TNA ratings. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, a discussion on whether "The Pope" D'Angelo Dinero would be better off in WWE (as mid-carder with an audience) or TNA (a star without an audience), and more.Then on the Apr. 29, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller takes live calls for an hour on a variety of subjects including the TNA Impact rating, Draft Fallout, Women's Wrestling, Raw's disappointing ratings, NXT's future with struggling ratings for the "reality show" concept, Jim Ross's future, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today we jump back 15 years (4-27-2010) to our PWTorch Livecast featuring PWTorch's James Caldwell and Bruce Mitchell taking phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on the WWE Draft with analysis of the top players on each brand, future main event feuds, Batista's future, Raw top-heavy to replace HBK & Hunter & and Batista, Ric Flair trivialized on Impact, the Impact show after the hot-shot show, Bret Hart "just another guy" or featured in a good TV role, Christian on Smackdown, potential ECW Reunion in TNA, Paul Heyman, TNA roster cuts who could end up in WWE, and more.Then in the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, the discussion includes a complete review of the new TNA Ranking system, why it could work & why it could fail based on TNA's track record, Jim Ross's future, analysis of Raw's average rating and TNA's bad rating, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/pwtorch-dailycast--3276210/support.

The 10 Count w/John Poz & Richard Bronson Vickrey… Ten Topics Ten Conversations Covering the Hottest Headlines from the World of Professional Wrestling. On this episode… NFL Draft vs WWE Draft. Cena vs Orton. NXT Women Taking Over RAW & SmackDown. The Cost of Hosting WWE. Who Is the New Third Man? What is Next for Chelsea Green? Plus much more... Follow the Two Man Power Trip on X & IG ‪@TwoManPowerTripofWrestling‬ & HMG on FB & X ‪@HaminMediaGroup‬ #WWE #NXT #TNA #AEW #ROH #OVW #ProWrestling #Headlines #News

In this episode: WWE star Liv Morgan's “Big Hollywood Movie” project has been revealed, How much time Liv Morgan is expected to miss from WWE television due to her movie commitment, What is being said about the status of a WWE Draft for 2025, What is being said about Nick Aldis not facing Randy Orton in a match at WWE WrestleMania 41, and News regarding Tama Tonga's status with WWE following angle with LA Knight from SmackdownSupport Brian Knobbs: https://gofund.me/847874f5Support Ran: https://gofund.me/cb1b241aSupport Katie: https://gofund.me/cb2cdcb5Support Eastern Kentucky: https://secure.kentucky.gov/FormServices/Finance/EKYFloodReliefAmerican Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org/donate/cm/wlky32-pub.html/The Dream Center: https://www.ekdc.info/donateKCTCS Disaster Relief: https://kctcs.edu/disasterrelief.aspxUniversity of Kentucky Flood Relief: https://philanthropy.uky.edu/kentuckyfloodrelief

Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 21 and 22, 2010.On the Apr. 21, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill, they take live calls on various subjects including R-Truth being blown up, the MacGruber cast being in-character on Raw, TNA's plans to institute a contenders ranking system, Jim Ross's prospects of going to TNA or staying in WWE, Triple H's win on Raw on Monday, the WWE Draft, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, they answer email questions on Eric Bischoff's stint in WCW, Nitro's success, and more draft talk.Then on the Apr. 22, 2010 episode, PWTorch's James Caldwell and Greg Parks took phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on the WWE Draft, with a special WWE Draft special marching through the entire WWE Roster, plus breaking news analysis and calls on the six WWE releases, who might end up in TNA, Mickie James's future, Shelton Benjamin and Charlie Haas?, and more. The VIP Aftershow includes the completion of the WWE roster run-down looking at Draft prospects on staying/moving to Raw and Smackdown.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 two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 19 and 20, 2010.On the Apr. 19, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net, they take live calls for 60 minutes including the ramifications of the Raw roster being stuck in Europe, the role of the TNA Knockouts since Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff arrived, why women aren't portrayed better with Dixie Carter and Stephanie McMahon in positions of power, WWE Draft possibilities and speculation, the Kurt Angle-Ken Anderson match, the Douglas Williams decision, Tommy Dreamer, Batista's future, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Keller and Powell discuss the TNA PPV from the previous night.Then on the Apr. 20, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller and PWTorch columnist Bruce Mitchell, they take live calls on a variety of subjects including Rob Van Dam's TNA Title win, the prospects of Jim Ross joining TNA management, the possibility of Paul Heyman becoming a TNA booker, Jim Cornette saying Vince Russo may be reassigned within TNA, the restructured Raw minus most of its talent, Triple H acting like a jerk again with his sharp-wit, and more. In the previously VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Mitchell and Keller talk about Samoa Joe's return to TNA TV, Melina's comments on Eve Torres's title win, whether WWE did a good or poor job presenting a special-circumstances show last night, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 17) covering the period of 4/23 thru 4/29. Running Time: 4 Hours 20 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 20 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E17 (04/23 - 04/29) Alex Karras and Dick The Bruiser turn their 'feud' into a real life bar fight with patrons and Detroit Cops. Bruno Sammartino breaks his neck during a WWWF Title Match against Stan Hansen. Tommy Rich def Harley Race to win the NWA World Heavyweight Championship. Audio: Infamous Empty Arena Match between Terry Funk and Jerry 'The King' Lawler including the memorable UNCENSORED Terry Funk pre match promo. Superstar Billy Graham wrestles last WWF match (1983) and leaves company (for AWA) due to issues including painkiller abuse. Audio: How does Verne Gagne and AWA celebrates the one year anniversary of their fu**ery towards AWA fans and Hulk Hogan? By doing it again but this time, it's 'Super'. Looking back at AWA Super Sunday event (1983). Almost three years to the day the AWA fu**ery began for Hulk Hogan, The Hulkster (now WWF Champion) lands the cover of Sports Illustrated. Jerry 'The King' Lawler loses his first Hair match and the Southern Heavyweight Title. Ken Patera makes his WWF return after serving two years in prison for the McDonalds incident. Bonus Audio: Looking back at the night both Bobby Heenan and Andy Kaufman managed Ken Patera against Jerry Lawler. The Fantastics end The Midnight Express' 345 day record reign as NWA US Tag Team Champions. Sting and Lex Luger defeat Tully Blanchard and Arn Anderson to win last ever Jim Crockett Sr Memorial Cup Tag Team Tournament. Big Bubba Rogers wrestles last match in Japan (teams with Jimmy Snuka) before signing with WWF and becoming The Big Boss Man. Looking back at Episode 21 of Saturday Night Main Event (1989). Looking back at New Japan's first event (Battle Satellite) from the Tokyo Done (1989). Mr Perfect defeats Tito Santana in a tournament final to win the vacated WWF IC Championship (previously held by The Ultimate Warrior). ECW crowns its first ever ECW Champion (Jimmy Snuka), just to lose it a day later to Johnny Hotbody. Sid Vicious abruptly leaves WWF after a match against The Ultimate Warrior. The Heavenly Bodies def The Fantastics to become the first ever Smokey Mountain Wrestling Tag Team Champions. Naliz makes his WWF debut, attacking The Big Boss Man. Bonus Audio: A tale of two Nailz promos: One with the WWF voice modulation and one without. Tammy Sytch debuts for Smokey Mountain Wrestling. Sean Waltman (as The Lightning Kid) makes his WWF debut. WWF signs Boni Blackstone. Captain Lou Albano manages his last tag team to WWF Tag Team Championship victory as The Headshrinkers defeat The Quebecers. Looking back at the Sumo Match between Earthquake and Yokozuna on Monday Night Raw. Looking back at AAA Triplemania II-A event (1997). Audio: Hunter Hearst Helmsley makes his WWF in ring debut, beating convicted Pedophile Buck 'Rock And Roll' Zumhoff. Audio: Triple H speaks on the origins of the 'Hunter Hearst Helmsley character and name. Hulk Hogan finalizes paperwork to launch a small chain of Pastamania restaurants. Looking back at WCW and New Japan 'Collision In Korea' two day event in North Korea. Looking back at WWF 'In Your House 7: Good Friends, Better Enemies' PPV (1996). 'Fat Frank' Iadevia (RIP) causes local controversy in NY/NJ after and odd in call-in to The Howard Stern Show. D-Generation X attempts to invade WCW event. Audio: Val Venis is 'coming' with Jenna Jameson. Audio: Bruce Prichard speaks on the D-X WCW Invasion skits behind the cameras. Looking back at WWF 'In Your House 21: Unforgiven' PPV (1998). Looking back at the first annual 'Brian Pillman Memorial Event' (1998), and the WWF House Show that also raised money for the family of the late Brian Pillman. Audio: DDP loses the WCW Heavyweight Championship to an insanely over Sting during an episode of Monday Nitro - just to win the title back later the same night. While Ric Flair is stuck in a Mental Hospital during WCW Monday Nitro, Steve Austin rescues Stephanie McMahon from the Ministry Of Darkness. WWF tapes the pilot episode of Smackdown (1999). The Corporate Ministry of Darkness is formed. Juventud Guerrera and Jerry Flynn arrested in PA for DWI. Looking back at WWF 'In Your House 28: Backlash' PPV event (1999). Steve Austin returns to WWF TV with a bang! and blows up the DX Express Tour Bus. David Arquette wins the WCW World Heavyweight Championship, and donates his earnings to the families of Brian Pillman and Owen Hart, and to Droz. Sabu defeats The Messiah in a tournament final to win the vacated XPW Heavyweight Championship (previously held by Chris Candido). Steve Corino defeats Mike Rapada to win the NWA Heavyweight Championship. Looking back at WWF Backlash PPV (2001, 2003, 2007, 2008, 2009 Audio: Randy Orton makes his WWF main roster debut. 'The Scorpion King' starring The Rock opens up to record revenue numbers at the box office. Steve Austin announces his in ring retirement (2003). Audio: Only hours after announcing his retirement from in ring action, Steve Austin becomes Co-GM of Raw with Eric Bischoff. Randy Orton spits in the face of Harley Race. Looking back at TNA 'Lockdown' PPV (2005, 2006) Chris Candido suffers serious ankle and leg injury during match on TNA PPV, and sadly passes away only days later due to a blood clot. WWE starts contacting former ECW stars about appearing for WWE relaunch of ECW brand. MTV and Viacom sign off on the creation of Wrestling Society X. Hogan Knows Best renewed for a third season. Looking back at the World Wrestling Legends '6:05 - The Reunion' PPV (2006). 'The Condemned' starring Steve Austin hits movie theaters to terrible reviews. Audio: Vince McMahon wins the ECW Heavyweight Championship. One of the greatest matches in WWE Raw history: Shawn Michaels and John Cena battle almost an hour on Raw (HBK wins). Reid Flair arrested after DWI incident involving heroin and driving with a revoked license. Looking back at WWE 'Extreme Rules' PPV (2010, 2012). Looking back at 2010 WWE Draft (Kelly Kelly #1 Draft Pick) Audio: TNA Monday Night Impact Main Event: Abyss vs Ric Flair battle over WWE Hall Of Fame Rings. Monday Night Wars II: After bombing to record low ratings, Dixie Carter announces Impact moving back to Thursday nights. WWE releases Tony Atlas. TNA fires Bubba 'The Love Sponge' after horrendous comments towards Haiti. Lisa Marie Varon (aka Tara, Victoria) announces her exit from TNA, just to return two months later. Audio: 2011 WWE Draft opens up Raw with John Cena drafted to Smackdown, just to be traded by to Raw by the end of the show. Nick Gage sentenced after pleading guilty to Second Degree Bank Robbery. WWE launches their 'Be A STAR' Anti-Bullying campaign. Audio: Cesaro makes his WWE main roster debut. Audio: Stevie Richards speaks on Justin Credible passing out backstage prior to Extreme Rising Event (2012). Audio: Nikki and Brie Bella 'fired' from WWE (2012), which leads to their legit exit until Spring 2013. Looking back at TNA 'Sacrifice' PPV (2014). Bad News Barrett defeats Neville to win the WWE 2015 King Of The Ring Tournament. Jeff Hardy suffers a broken leg after a Dirt Bike stunt goes wrong. WWE releases NXT Talents: Mason Ryan, Raquel Diaz, Shaul Guerrero, Oliver Grey, and Sarah Backman. Kalisto defeats Braun Strowman in a terrible Dumpster Match on Raw. At least Kalisto suffers a great post match beat down Audio: Conan O'Brien takes shots at WWE after being labeled as 'Essential Business' during the Pandemic Looking back at the first Saudi Arabia event "The Greatest Royal Rumble" (2018) Audio: Titus O'Neil stumbles his way into an all-time viral moment during the Greatest Royal Rumble match Audio: Hulk Hogan talks candid about using the 'N' Word and being labeled as a racist. The most Hogan has ever spoken about this story Lilian Garcia makes her return to ring announcing. But it isn't for WWE or even a pro wrestling company The very beginnings of the overhyped AEW fake news, led by Dave Meltzer started this week. And you won't believe the level of fake news they were attempting to present Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Rebellion 2019, 2021, 2022 Charlotte and Andrade get engaged  Dutch Mantel' infamous fake news tweet and delete claiming he 'overheard directly' at WWE Headquarters of an imminent sale with Disney Audio: Very interesting information from Triple H and Vince McMahon about locker morale and precautions being taken during Covid-19 pandemic Audio: Jim Cornette receives alot of heat discussing Velveteen Dream's alleged online incident with a minor Less than a day being released from 1+ year prison sentence, Tammy Sytch launches an OnlyFans account Audio: After being released by WWE, Drake Maverick cries himself into making a fortune on Cameo Bronson Rechsteiner (Bron Breakker) signed by Baltimore Ravens during 2020 NFL Draft WWE signs Samantha Irvin and Megan Morant Sasha Banks gets her own Star Wars: The Mandalorian action figure WWE releases Dexter Lumis, Dakota Kai, Harland, Persia Pirotta, Malcom Bivens, Draco Anthony and several others Bray Wyatt and JoJo Offerman get engaged CM Punk, while still under AEW contract, visits Impact Wrestling and WWE RAW backstage Naomi (Trinity) makes her Impact Wrestling debut Looking back at WWE Draft 2023 and 2024 Looking back at NXT Spring Breakin' 2023 and 2024 Audio: Oba Femi makes his NXT in-ring debut Audio: Triple H reveals the creation of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship Samoa Joe signs to co-star in the Twisted Metal TV series NJPW and Stardom for an alliance Audio: Ronda Rousey explains why WWE is a 'disorganized sh*t show' Jesse 'The Body' Ventura and WWE reopen discussions about a future return to WWE Dave Meltzer reveals he was told that The Rock' recent promos and vulgar Paul Heyman WWE HOF Speech are considered the 'official end of the PG era' Darby Allin breaks his news after being clipped by a New York Bus Audio: Jack Perry and Young Bucks attack Tony Khan on AEW Dynamite Audio: Tony Khan mocked by non-wrestling news media and NFL owners for the way he sold his 'injuries' on AEW Dynamite Audio: Tony Khan appears on NFL Network and proceeds to call WWE 'The Harvey Weinstein Of Pro Wrestling And so much more! 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Today we jump back 15 years to two back-to-back episodes of the PWTorch Livecast from Apr. 6 and 7, 2010.On the Apr. 6, 2010 episode, PWTorch editor Wade Keller fielded phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on TNA Impact's awful show on Monday night including a ludicrous angle with the Knockouts Champion, Jack Swagger's push on Raw, breaking news analysis on the Raw & Impact TV ratings that came in during the Livecast, and more.Then on the Apr. 7, 2010 episode, PWTorch assistant editor James Caldwell and co-host PWTorch columnist Pat McNeill fielded phone calls, emails, and chat room questions on the TNA Impact timeslot change, last night's WWE NXT, the keg carry, Daniel Bryan's promo and latest loss, predictions on the NXT Final Four, David Otunga's performance on Raw, futures for Kofi Kingston and John Morrison, an interesting scenario for a C.M. Punk babyface turn down the line, Why Eric Bischoff gets a pass for health issues in WCW, and more. In the VIP Aftershow, Caldwell & McNeill answer listener questions on Samoa Joe's future in TNA or WWE, the next independent star to be signed by WWE, whether Jim Ross will sign with TNA, a little NFL talk, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Today's wrestling news, including...Bray Wyatt Foreshadowed Cena's Heel Turn!Even WWE Hates Drake!WWE Draft 2025 Coming Soon!Travis Scott Wrestling?!ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@AdamWilbourn@AndyHMurray@WhatCultureWWE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's been a WILD week, so let's talk about... Rey Fenix decrying INHUMANE TREATMENT without giving any context... Ryan Nemeth accusing AEW of abuse and neglect as it relates to CM Punk and the BIG takeaway from his complaint that isn't getting enough attention... Eric Bischoff saying there is NO HOPE for AEW and why he's not totally wrong... bad news for all the folks hoping WWE might move away from PG programming on Netflix... Jesse Ventura returning for Saturday Night's Main Event... why the WWE Draft in its current form needs to be ABOLISHED... why that New Day heel turn on Big E was SO GOOD and actually makes sense... major injuries coming out of War Games... TNA getting very ambitious with its PPV locations next year in NYC and LA... even MORE top moments in Survivor Series history... and the ultimate Be The Booker supercard revealed!***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

On this episode of Grilling JR REMIX, the subject is the controversial 2008 WWE Draft! Superstars moved from Raw to Smackdown to ECW, and all points in between, INCLUDING, Jim Ross himself, as he was drafted to Smackdown. For the first time, hear JR's true and uncensored thoughts on this move, how it came to be, and how much he really knew at ringside! Plus his thoughts on all things WWE 2008 at this point, including Triple H, Batista, Umaga, Carlito, Matt and Jeff Hardy, Michael Cole, Kane, CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, Mr. Kennedy, plenty of thoughts on Vince McMahon, and so much more! HOME CHEF - For a limited time, HomeChef is offering my listeners 18 Free Meals, plus Free Shipping on your first box, and Free Dessert for Life, at https://www.homechef.com/JR TECOVAS - Get 10% off at https://www.tecovas.com/GRILLINGJR when you sign up for email and texts MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code JR at https://mandopodcast.com/JR ! #mandopod BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code JR at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's https://bluechew.com/, promo code JR to receive your first month FREE. LUMEN - Take the next step in improving your health, go to https://www.lumen.me/GRILLINGJR to get 15% off your Lumen.  BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739380/business-is-about-to-pick-up-by-jim-ross-with-paul-obrien/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at https://www.savewithconrad.com/ ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Grilling JR REMIX, the subject is the controversial 2008 WWE Draft! Superstars moved from Raw to Smackdown to ECW, and all points in between, INCLUDING, Jim Ross himself, as he was drafted to Smackdown. For the first time, hear JR's true and uncensored thoughts on this move, how it came to be, and how much he really knew at ringside! Plus his thoughts on all things WWE 2008 at this point, including Triple H, Batista, Umaga, Carlito, Matt and Jeff Hardy, Michael Cole, Kane, CM Punk, Rey Mysterio, Mr. Kennedy, plenty of thoughts on Vince McMahon, and so much more! HOME CHEF - For a limited time, HomeChef is offering my listeners 18 Free Meals, plus Free Shipping on your first box, and Free Dessert for Life, at https://www.homechef.com/JR TECOVAS - Get 10% off at https://www.tecovas.com/GRILLINGJR when you sign up for email and texts MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get $5 off off your Starter Pack (that's over 40% off) with promo code JR at https://mandopodcast.com/JR ! #mandopod BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code JR at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's https://bluechew.com/, promo code JR to receive your first month FREE. LUMEN - Take the next step in improving your health, go to https://www.lumen.me/GRILLINGJR to get 15% off your Lumen.  BUSINESS IS ABOUT TO PICK UP - Make sure you get your hands on the most anticipated books coming out this year, "Business Is About To Pick Up: 50 years in wrestling in 50 unforgettable calls" available now to ORDER at https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/739380/business-is-about-to-pick-up-by-jim-ross-with-paul-obrien/ SAVE WITH CONRAD - Start 2024 saving money with some help from our friends at https://www.savewithconrad.com/ ADVERTISE WITH GRILLING JR - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on Grilling JR. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with Grilling JR. Get all of your Grilling JR merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/grilling-jr On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-17-2019), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by guest cohost PWTorch VIP analyst Todd Martin with Todd's review of AEW Dynamite including his agreements and disagreements regarding early criticism of show, NXT on USA review, thoughts on the viewership trends so far, WWE Draft reaction, reviews of Raw and Smackdown including latest with Seth Rollins and The Fiend, Impact Bound for Glory PPV preview, Stardom news, NJPW review, and UFC review and preview, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In a special episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-15-2019), Wade was joined by Sam Roberts from the Not Sam Wrestling podcast and WWE Kickoff shows. They discussed the lay of the land after the WWE Draft including the babyface and heel depth charts for both Raw and Smackdown, potential World Title level match-ups for both rosters as now assembled, where the Universal Title and WWE Title might be headed between now and WrestleMania, who are some candidates to benefit from the new alignment, a look at the Tag Team Division and Women's Division, and some key names left undrafted.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (10-8-2019) with cohost Greg Parks, a PWTorch Newsletter columnist and host of the PWTorch Dailycast's Sunday show, “Wrestling Night in America.” They answered questions from listeners on a wild “Premiere Week” including a controversial Brock Lesnar-Kofi Kingston quick finish, a rejected Hell in a Cell Fiend vs. Seth Rollins finish and where this leaves Seth and Fiend going forward, the highs and lows of AEW's debut, NXT's counter-programming, the set-up and hype for the WWE Draft later this week, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

CM Punk making history! Randy Orton shooting on WWE! Legends turning down contracts! 2011 was mad. Gareth Morgan presents 10 Fascinating Facts About WWE In 2011...ENJOY!Follow us on Twitter:@GMorgan04@WhatCultureWWEFor more awesome content, check out: whatculture.com/wwe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Out with WWE's 'Attitude' and in with "Ruthless Aggression", but...was it any good? Simon Miller presents 10 Things You Learn Binge Watching WWE's Ruthless Aggression Era...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.

Welcome back to another AskCVV episode! On this one Chris gives his predictions for the full WWE Backlash card and answers questions about who Cody Rhodes' next opponent should be, when we will see Bianca Belair vs. Jade Cargill, first piece of wrestling memorabilia you bought, does AEW have too many titles, favorite celebrity interview ever, thoughts on the recent WWE Draft and much more! If you have a question that you want answered on the next one, send it in using the hashtag #AskCVV! Quote I'm thinking about: “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis Sponsors: PRIZEPICKS: Download the app today and use code INSIGHT for a first deposit match up to $100! RHONE: Upgrade your closet with Rhone and use CVV to save 20% at https://www.rhone.com/CVV BLUECHEW: Use the code INSIGHT to get your first month of BlueChew for FREE at http://bluechew.com ROCKET MONEY: Join Rocket Money today and experience financial freedom: https://rocketmoney.com/cvv BETTERHELP: Get 10% off your first month with the code INSIGHT at http://betterhelp.com/insight MUDWTR: Get 15% off with the code CVV15 at http://mudwtr.com/cvv PLUNGE: Get $150 off your Plunge with the coupon code CVV150 at http://plunge.com For more information about Chris and INSIGHT go to: https://podcast.chrisvanvliet.com If you enjoyed this episode, could I ask you to please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcast/iTunes? It takes less than a minute and makes a huge difference in helping to spread the word about the show and also to convince some hard-to-get guests.  Follow CVV on social media:  Instagram: instagram.com/ChrisVanVliet Twitter: twitter.com/ChrisVanVliet Facebook: facebook.com/ChrisVanVliet YouTube: youtube.com/ChrisVanVliet TikTok: tiktok.com/@Chris.VanVliet Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Wise Choices, Eric is joined by his 83Weeks co-host Conrad Thompson to discuss the 2024 WWE Draft. Eric shares his thoughts on if the draft is even worth the time anymore. ARENA CLUB - Whether you're buying, selling, trading, or displaying—Arena Club is the card-collecting platform you have to check out. Get 10% off your first purchase at https://arenaclub.com/WRESTLEBIZ  BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLEBIZ at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLEBIZ to receive your first month FREE. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code WRESTLEBIZ at https://www.manscaped.com/ . SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://www.savewithconrad.com/ ADVERTISE WITH ERIC - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on 83 Weeks. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with 83 Weeks. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCqQc7Pa1u4plPXq-d1pHqQ/join BECOME A 83 WEEK MEMBER NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@83weeks/membership Get all of your 83 Weeks merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/83-weeks FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://83weekslinks.com/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://www.patreon.com/adfreeshows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of Wise Choices, Eric is joined by his 83Weeks co-host Conrad Thompson to discuss the 2024 WWE Draft. Eric shares his thoughts on if the draft is even worth the time anymore. ARENA CLUB - Whether you're buying, selling, trading, or displaying—Arena Club is the card-collecting platform you have to check out. Get 10% off your first purchase at https://arenaclub.com/WRESTLEBIZ  BLUECHEW - Try BlueChew FREE when you use our promo code WRESTLEBIZ at checkout--just pay $5 shipping. That's https://bluechew.com/, promo code WRESTLEBIZ to receive your first month FREE. MANSCAPED - Get 20% Off and Free Shipping with the code WRESTLEBIZ at https://www.manscaped.com/ . SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing your money on rent! Get into a house with NO MONEY DOWN and roughly the same monthly payment at https://www.savewithconrad.com/ ADVERTISE WITH ERIC - If your business targets 25-54 year old men, there's no better place to advertise than right here with us on 83 Weeks. You've heard us do ads for some of the same companies for years...why? Because it works! And with our super targeted audience, there's very little waste. Go to https://www.podcastheat.com/advertise now and find out more about advertising with 83 Weeks. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCqQc7Pa1u4plPXq-d1pHqQ/join BECOME A 83 WEEK MEMBER NOW: https://www.youtube.com/@83weeks/membership Get all of your 83 Weeks merchandise at https://boxofgimmicks.com/collections/83-weeks FOLLOW ALL OF OUR SOCIAL MEDIA at https://83weekslinks.com/ On AdFreeShows.com, you get early, ad-free access to more than a dozen of your favorite wrestling podcasts, starting at just $9! And now, you can enjoy the first week...completely FREE! Sign up for a free trial - and get a taste of what Ad Free Shows is all about. Start your free trial today at https://www.patreon.com/adfreeshows. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Dave LaGreca & Tommy Dreamer recap RAW & Night 2 of the WWE Draft with our own Bully Ray who was present both nights of the draft. Also, Dave & Tommy react to Tony Khan's comments about WWE during an interview on NFL Network.

Solomonster reviews Monday Night Raw for April 29th and Night Two of the WWE Draft, plus CM Punk continues to torment Drew McIntyre and Superbowl champion Patrick Mahomes appears.***Follow Solomonster on Twitter for news and opinion:http://www.twitter.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

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Justin LaBar and Matt Camp give their thoughts on the issues with the WWE Draft and how they would improve them. They also react to Drew McIntyre re-signing with the WWE. Plus, they discuss potential future challengers for Cody Rhodes and his WWE Championship.

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Denise Salcedo & a returning Matt Camp recap Smackdown & the first night of the WWE Draft. Plus they give you their Weekly Winner.