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RadioFreeProWrestling

154 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 1 rating

The Home of smart and stunning wrestling takes, Radio Free Pro Wrestling is a sporting podcast created with the goal of providing both insight and reviews within the competitive world of WWE, AEW, ROH and NWA. Dedicated to leading interesting conversations around trending topics within the diverse, compelling field of wrestling, where knowledgeable insiders discuss all the latest happenings in the sport, including discussions, analysis, and commentary. Join your hosts as they deliver weekly instalments of unrivalled insight, conversations around present matches, and debate hot topics within the industry. Listen to in-depth analysis of all the coverage in popular insider pro wrestling news and previews of upcoming wrestling shows in this unfiltered, uncensored view on the week’s events. Join us as we examine every corner of the squared circle for your enjoyment and discover a new perspective today.

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Episodes

RFPW: The 2023 Winston Awards

December 24, 2022 19:17 - 1 hour - 57.7 MB

It's that special time of the year, we look back at the best and worst of 2023! This year Jake gets to hand out his first-ever set of awards, and Shawn almost broke the show twice! Sit back and enjoy! We want to wish you a merry Christmas and a happy 2023, please be safe in your travels this weekend, and stay warm.

RFPW: Mandy Rose released from the WWE

December 22, 2022 02:47 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

On this pre-Christmas Episode of the show, David and Shawn chat about the WWE releasing Mandy Rose.   Shawn and David look back on 2022 in the stunning six questions. We have two guests on the show, first Bob Kapur from Slam Wrestling.net talks with shawn about Mandy being let go, then Joe Aguinaldo comes back to   RFPW and looks ahead at 2023 with Shawn! 

RFPW Ring of Honor Final battle review

December 14, 2022 16:24 - 1 hour - 49.9 MB

On this week's episode, David, Jake, and Shawn chatted about the fantastic Ring Of Honor Final battle card that they saw over the weekend. They also chatted about FTR's future and the former Sasha Banks heading to Japan. David announces our next interview, for next week's show!   The Go Fund Me for barry Windham

RFPW: Regal Leaves AEW? and Who is the Best Tag Team of all time?

December 07, 2022 13:00 - 50 minutes - 42.3 MB

On the week's show, Shawn, David, and Jake chat about Regal leaving  AEW and heading back to WWE possibly.  Shawn tells the guys about Barry Windham's health issues and the go fund for Mr. Windham.  If you are able to donate please do. Finally, the guys chat about the greatest tag team of all time.   Fundraiser by Mika Rotunda : WWE Hall of Famer, Barry Windham in ICU (gofundme.com) Radio Free ProWrestling | Facebook RadioFreeProWrestling (@RadioFreePW) / Twitterhttps://twitter.com/Radio...

RFPW: The Mila Smidt Interview, plus reviews of Full Gear, and Survior Series

November 30, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MB

Welcome back from Thanksgiving break with a super size episode! We start with a breakdown of AEW Full Gear and the Aew Dynamite post Full Gear.  The Shawn introduces everyone to Mila Smidt, a young french professional wrestler, who is blazing her own path in the sport. From An appearance on NXTUK to Pakistan to The Greman Wrestling Federation. Mila has wrestled in 16 countries, we think she will become your favorite after this interview.  Part one starts at 39 minutes and Part 2 begins at 1 ...

RFPW AEW Full Gear preview

November 17, 2022 13:37 - 28 minutes - 19.2 MB

On this week's show, Jake and Shawn take a look at this weekend's AEW Full gear card.  They both believe it's time for the company to get behind Rick Starks and Jamie Hayter. Shawn offers an idea for a heel Darby Allin, but is jake willing to buy it? Who comes away with the AEW world title?

RFPW Logan Paul impresses at Crown Jewel, and Nick Aldis leaving the NWA?

November 08, 2022 14:30 - 38 minutes - 24.4 MB

On this week's show, Shawn and Jake chat about Logan Paul stealing the show at Crown Jewel. R Truth is injured after his match last week on NXT. They also chat about the possible future of Nick Aldis ( we recorded the show about an hour before the Nwa suspended Nick, and pulled him from this weekend's PPV.)  We also throw our support behind Rick Starks for the AEW Eliminator Tournament.   (725) Ricky Starks Declares for the World Championship Eliminator Tournament | AEW Rampage, 11/4/22 - ...

RFPW : Possible Elite Return, MJF Babyface, and Crown Jewel

November 02, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 44.2 MB

On this oh, so ucey episode of RFPW, Jake, David, and Shawn chat about the possible return of the Elite, and where they see CM punk in a year's time.   Is AEW playing with fire in these MJF face teases,  and a Crown Jewel preview that might not be soo ucey!   Links to the best segment on last week's Smackdown (702) Sami Zayn breaks Roman Reigns and The Bloodline! 😂 WWE SmackDown, October 28 2022 - YouTube   Follow Us on Twitter at  @RadioFreePW @JakeAllonar @Dbrightley6

RFPW: Halloween Havoc Preview

October 18, 2022 17:56 - 54 minutes - 62.2 MB

this week on the show we will be chatting about: Bray’s promo from smackdown, Garcia fooled us all? New Japan has a new title, and it’s Jay White vs Okada for wrestle kingdom Did hangman cut the best promo of his career Day One was canceled by the wwe. plus our preview of NXt Halloween Havoc.  

WWE Returns and Exterme Rules

October 13, 2022 02:23 - 47 minutes - 41.8 MB

On this week's show, Shawn and David look back on the sad story of Sara lee passing away last week at age 30, if you can donate check out the gofundme set up by a friend of her family.  The guys talk about the fallout from WWE's Extreme Rules, the returns of Bray, and Brock. and more.  Shawn comes in last in the Churchill Cup, while newcomer Jake ties David.   Fundraiser for Cory Weston by Bull James : Sara Lee Memorial Fund (gofundme.com)   Follow the Show on Twitter  @RadioFreePW

RFPW: Remembering Antonio Inoki

October 05, 2022 21:25 - 1 hour - 61.6 MB

This week Shawn, David, and Jake remember NJPW founder and Japanese legendary pro wrestler  Antonio Inoki, as he passed away this weekend at age 79.  In the stunning six questions, the guys chat about the worst segment in AEW History, the Twitter beef between Sammy and Andrade. and the company's lackluster ticket sales as of late. Then it's the return of the Churchill Cup, as they preview WWE Extreme Rules and Impact's Bound for Glory!   Here are some links to funds that will help those af...

RFPW: ChrisJericho as ROH Champ? Saraya debut in AEW

September 28, 2022 19:40 - 58 minutes - 52.6 MB

First, thank you all for listening to RFPW for the past 2 years! This episode is our Anniversary show, and we start talking about Teddy getting hacked and his account blocking people. Jake and David do their best to run amuck.  We chat about if Chris Jericho is the right person to hold the ROH world title. Who should Saraya face first in AEW? plus much more! Lastly, we make it podcast official as Jake is a full-time partner in their crazy operation. Thoughts and prayers to all of you dealin...

RFPW: PWI 500, AEW Grand Slam

September 21, 2022 19:23 - 49 minutes - 44.3 MB

In this episode, Shawn and, Birthday man himself David chat about the PWI top 500 list, Tommey End leaving AEW? Joe Hendry's signing with Impact wrestling. They also preview a couple of matches for AEW GrandSlam. For you all and David, here is Joe Hendry's Entrance video  Follow us  on Twitter at  @RadioFreePW

RFPW: An AEW without The Elite or CM Punk?

September 15, 2022 16:19 - 32 minutes - 31 MB

On this delayed edition, Shawn And Jake debate if they could see a version of AEW wrestling without the Elite or CM Punk. They also try to figure out who has had the better 2022 Dash Hardwood or Will Ospreay.  Plus much more, so have your muffin ready!

RFPW: AEW All Out fall out

September 07, 2022 02:21 - 57 minutes - 53.2 MB

Welcome to the season 3 premiere of Radio Free Professional Wrestling! It's the Ogs this week, as Shawn is joined by David as they chat about the aftermath of the AEW media session after the All out show. They debate who Tony Khan could afford to lose from the promotion. Later in the show, They chat about the ending of the WWE world title match.  Also, are Toni Strom and Mandy Rose the right choices to be champions of their respectful divisions?     News stories used in the show Nick Ald...

RFPW: Preview of Clash at the Castle, Worlds Collide, and AEW All Out

August 31, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Shawn and Jake close out season two but preview the labor day weekend wrestling cards from AEW, and WWE. Jake also makes Shawn come clean about his liking of Index, as a couple.

RFPW The Returns of Kenny Omega ,Johnny Wrestling, and AEW Drama

August 24, 2022 04:30 - 40 minutes - 34.6 MB

Happy hump day to you all!  Jake and Shawn Chat about the returns of Kenny Omega and Johnny "freaking "Wrestling, before diving into the drama that is AEW. They try to wrap their heads around CM punks pro, and why the heck we are getting this world title match, before All Out! Shawn pounds the desk for better treatment of the Varsity Blondes, While Jake still can't believe that Julia Hart has been the shining star out of that trio.  They also remember the greatness that was NXT UK! Long live...

Mike McGuire Host of Sunday’s Night Main Event Full Intreview

August 21, 2022 03:09 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MB

Last Month, Mike McGuire was kind enough to give us an hour of time.  We chatted about everything from Him taking over hosting the Sunday Night Main event to  Canadian country music. Jake did a heck of a job on this interview! once special thanks to Mr. Mcguire for giving us his time. See you Wednesday for the main show! stay stunning!

RFPW: Triple H’s WWE

August 17, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 33.5 MB

We are back ladies and gentlemen! This week Shawn and Jack chatted about the second-quarter report from WWE. Has Raw become a most-watch tv show again? Shawn thinks it might, while Jake is hopeful, after the return of Hit Row to Smackdown.  Jake and Shawn finish the show with a preview of tonight's AEW Dynamite

RFPW: SummerSlam and Ric Flair’s Last review

August 03, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MB

Coming off a crazy weekend of Pro wrestling, Shawn and Jake look back at a surprisingly good Summer Slam.  They interview  Mike Mcguire, the host of Sunday's Night Main Event, Canada's premiere wrestling radio show, and podcast!  Last Shawn tells Jake the story about when he almost flipped a tractor, let's face it Shawn is no Brock!   If you like to check out Sunday's Night Main Event, you can find them on all your favorite podcast platforms. Join their Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/...

RFPW: Vince Retires form WWE

July 27, 2022 00:52 - 1 hour - 67.2 MB

We welcome the intern host Jake from the windy city and put him right to work. As he and Shawn talk about the future of the WWE without one Vince McMahon. They also chat about the new power structure in WWE and what they think will happen next.  Shawn and Jake break down ROH Death before Dishonor and preview Summerslam.

RFPW Death Before DisHonor Preview

July 19, 2022 20:56 - 39 minutes - 29.5 MB

Surprise! David joins Shawn as they chat about ROH Death Before Dishonor before that David gives everyone an update on his health.  At the end of the show, Shawn and David talk about the worst heel turn, leading them into a chat about 2010-2015 TNA wrestling.

RFPW: Review of Money in the bank, and The GreatAmerican Bash

July 11, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

The former Churchill Cup Champion Shawn is solo this week since Randy celebrated so hard that he broke Canada's internet! Shawn reviews both Money in the Bank and Great American Bash, and believes the Great American bash was better. We see the return of two classic segments from RFPW's past and a Stunning Decoration of War on Randy!

RFPW Money in the Bank and Great American Bash preview

July 02, 2022 22:49 - 44 minutes - 33.4 MB

Happy post-Canada Day, birthday to Brett Hart, and happy Fourth of July weekend, Shawn is joined by Zane 66 of the Darkside of the Elite, for a battle of USA vs Canada for the Churchill Cup as they preview both Money in the Bank and the great America bash. 

RFPW: AEW and New Japan Forbidden Door Preview Show

June 26, 2022 05:30 - 18 minutes - 21.2 MB

Happy Forbidden Door Day!  even the guys at RFPW can't avoid the injury plague that has fallen this ppv card. David is away recovering, as Shawn breaks down the most hype show in recent memory.  Who is facing Zack Saber Jr? Will that person be worth the build-up? The stunning one answers these questions and more on this week's show!

RFPW: Vince McMahon, Jeff Hardy, and Preview of Impact Slamaverisry oh my!

June 19, 2022 04:23 - 25 minutes - 32.5 MB

Shawn is flying solo on this episode, as he talks about the two most important news stories this week, and Previews the 20th-anniversary show of Impact /TNA wrestling.  Also happy Father's day! wait did Shawn issue an open challenge for the Churchill Cup? what the heck!

RFPW: NWA Alwayz Ready review show

June 12, 2022 14:44 - 31 minutes - 36.7 MB

On this special episode of RFPW, it's a stunning  Shawn flying solo as he runs down the results of NWA Alwayz Ready!  Shawn was there live and gave his reactions to the event. The show saw three titles change hands and Sam Shaw and Taya Valkyrie debuted for the promotion.  

MJF Promo heard around the World, AEW Interm Title plan

June 06, 2022 12:02 - 36 minutes - 37.9 MB

Shawn and David chatted about MJF's "pipe bomb" promo on this show. Did they think it worked well, or did it overstay its welcome?  What is MJF really worth? Then the guys chat about CM Punk's injury and the crazy road map  AEW has made to determine their next world champion.

RFPW: AEW Double or Nothing Review and NXT In Your House, plus WWE Hell in a Cell preview

June 01, 2022 00:57 - 42 minutes - 43.9 MB

Hope everyone had a good start to their week! Shawn and David are back together as they break down AEW Double or nothing. The Normal agreeable pair saw this ppv differently and it shows in their review.  Shawn once again offers David the first choice in the Churchill Cup as they preview both offerings coming up from the WWE. Can David end the six-month run of Shawn as Church Cup Champion?

RFPW: Where in Las Vegas is MJF?

May 29, 2022 18:47 - 37 minutes - 39.6 MB

Shawn and David, both woke up to the news that MJF was a no-show at AEW Fanfest. They chat about this topic in-depth during the stunning 6 questions.  Shawn finally admits that Toni Strom might not be as good as he thought, and David is pleased. They both rave about the Young Bucks  cosplaying as the Hardy's

RFPW: AEW Double or Nothing Preview

May 23, 2022 10:00 - 41 minutes - 44.9 MB

They guys are back after a week of internet issues! Shawn and David chatted about the fallout from WWE women tag champs walking out on raw, A poorly booked cage match on the same show. Two lackluster jokers in the OwenHart tournament. Can David regain his Churchill Cup?  As the guys preview AEW Double or Nothing!

RFPW: Is Roman on the way out of the WWE?

May 08, 2022 17:32 - 37 minutes - 39.5 MB

Welcome to this week's RFPW, David and Shawn address the question of Roman's future in the WWE at the start of the Stunning Six questions. Shawn also learns that Nxt.20 doesn't have a fan in David, as David unloads on how bad the show is! Special Thanks to Christina for the amazing new theme for the show! Support her on Patreon.

RFPW: WrestleMania Backlash Preview

May 02, 2022 05:09 - 34 minutes - 36.6 MB

On this first show of May,  it's  Shawn versus David in the Churchill Cup as they preview WWE Wrestlemania BackLash.  They also chat about the latest round of talent cuts to NXT 2.0,  and the possible effects of Discovery buying Warner Bros might have on AEW going forward.

RFPW: 4/27/22 WWE plays the name change game!

April 27, 2022 15:39 - 26 minutes - 30.6 MB

On this belated  RFPW, Shawn and David chat about the name changes done in nxt. They also fantasy book the main event for the Forbidden Door PPV.   

RFPW: Impact Rebellion Preview

April 18, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 28.6 MB

Shawn's manning the ship solo,  as he previews Impact rebellion PPV. A strong card headlined by Moose vs Josh Alexander for the Impact world title!  he also rants about the WWE pulling the progress world title match from the peacock version of  Progress Chapter 130, and changing the name of KLR!

Radio Free Pro Wrestling for April 11th, 2022

April 11, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 27 MB

Shawn is flying solo on this week's show, as David is vacationing.  The show starts with Shawn talking about the latest in the Nash Carter story. Then, in the Stunning 6 question, Shawn rants about how the WWE has gotten away with making the championship titles mean anything. Shawn Brings back the Good, the bad, and the ugly. and rants about the worst table match he has ever seen, and yes the Hardy's are involved. 

RFPW: Night 2 of WrestleMania and the Raw after Mania review show

April 05, 2022 23:02 - 37 minutes - 38.6 MB

On this special Tuesday episode of RFPW, David joins Shawn once again and talks about the Last night of Maina, and what was claimed to be the big Raw after Mania. Both of these shows leave the guys questioning the hype of the weekend.

RFPW: Review of NXT Stand and Deliver, RoH Super Card of Honor, and Night 1 of WrestleMania

April 03, 2022 18:59 - 1 hour - 67.7 MB

On this special Sunday episode, David returns and chats with shawn about the biggest weekend in Professional Wrestling! They review Ring of Honor, Super card of Honor quite easily the best show of the weekend.  The ups and downs of NXT Stand and Deliver, and the first night of Wrestlemania. Plus, they chat a little about World Cup Football! 

RFPW: Pre-Game for NXT Stand and Deliver and Night one of Miana

April 02, 2022 04:37 - 25 minutes - 30.5 MB

It's the Stunning One flying solo, as he previews  NXT Stand and Delivers and the first night of Wrestlemania.  Shawn goes over each card match by match and gives his predictions on who will carry the night.

Radio Free Pro Wrestling: Welcome to WrestleMania Week!

March 28, 2022 12:00 - 24 minutes - 27.4 MB

On this week's show, Shawn is joined by Matthew"the model" Ederer of  NXTalk and  Boris and Matt Sports Entertainment podcast.  Matt is offered the chance for glory as he challenges the stunning one for the Churchill Cup.  The other their opinions on whoever two nights of Mina is good or not and where in the world is Alexa Bliss?

Remembering Scott Hall, Bianca Signs with the WWE, and Thunder Rosa wins the gold

March 21, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 41.7 MB

On this week's  RFPW, Shawn is joined by  Co-owner, promoter, and Pro Wrestler Nelio Costa from Coastal Championship Wrestling. They chat about the passing of Scott Hall and what his legacy will be in pro wrestling.  Shawna and Nelio talk about the WWE signing Bianca, Rok-C, and others to the performance center. Lastly, they chat about Thunder Rosa winning the world title, and Tony Khan running both AEW and ROH at the same time.

RFPW: Big E Injured, do we want to boo Edge?

March 14, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 44.4 MB

This week Shawn is joined by Brad "The Dad" from the Smack Daddies podcast.  They chat about their reaction to Big E's injury from Smackdown, Did AEW put too much into one episode of Dynamite? and Has Edge reached the status where no one wants to boo him?  We wish David a speedy recovery and tease a crossover event.  

RFPW: AEW Revolution Review show

March 08, 2022 23:08 - 31 minutes - 34.1 MB

David might be a bit under the weather, but that didn't stop him from joining Shawn and chatting all things AEW Revolution! They both agree that Britt Baker vs Thunder Rosa was a bit underwhelming.  Shawn apologizes and gives praise to Jurassic Express. Shawn and David both agreed that Hangman left this ppv better than he came into, and they hope AEW will do him justice.

RFPW: Tony Khan Buys Ring of Honor

March 06, 2022 13:00 - 40 minutes - 42.1 MB

Happy AEW Revolution day!  Just hours before one of the most anticipated wrestling cards of the year so far, Shawn and David catch up with some of the big news that happens this past week, and what they both hope for Ring of Honor under the stewardship of Tony Khan. Also, where is Cody? David and Shawn are on Cody watch 2022. they end the show chatting about one of the biggest matches coming to British Wrestling, as well as a couple of matches that you need to check out.

RFPW AEW Revolution Preview

February 28, 2022 13:00 - 28 minutes - 31.7 MB

One week away from one of the year's most highly anticipated pay-per-views from AEW, Shawn and David preview the full card and give their thought on the possible outcomes. David foregoes the champion's advantage in the Churchillcup, and Shawn's first selection shows there are no loyalties when choosing picks for the cup.

Radio Free Pro Wrestling: Cody Leaves AEW and fall out from WWE Elimination Chamber

February 21, 2022 13:38 - 32 minutes - 36 MB

Good Monday to you all! First, thank you for being with us as we hit 100 podcasts under the banner of Radio Free Pro Wrestling.  David is back from vacation and we chatted about Cody leaving AEW. We also share our thought on WWE Elimination Chamber. Shawn addresses complaints that the Churchill Cup match between Himself and Zane, from the Dark Side of the elite podcast, didn't end in a 6-6 tie. Shawn issues a challenge to Zane for a possible rematch.

RFPW: Keith Lees debut with AEW, NXT Vengeance Day and WWE Elimination Chamber Preview

February 13, 2022 04:58 - 42 minutes - 46.1 MB

Zane 66 of the Dark Side of the Elite podcast fills in for a vacationing David, as he and Shawn chat about  Keith Lee's Debut with Aew, along with Jay White's debut. The show starts off with a little hockey chat, since the US and Canada played two games this week, and in typical WWE booking it was 50/50. They finish the show, as Zane somehow gets a chance to challenge for the Churchill Cup against Shawn.

RFPW: CM Punk vs MJF, what is next?

February 06, 2022 06:11 - 30 minutes - 31.5 MB

In this week's show,  Shawn and David chat about what they think is next for Cm Punk and MJF, after their match this past Wednesday.  they also chat about Brain Kendrick being pulled from his match with John Moxey. David and Shawn are please about the possible Signing of Bianca Carelli with the WWE.

RFPW GCW ppv and Royal Rumble Review

January 30, 2022 16:58 - 34 minutes - 32.4 MB

In this week's episode, David and Shawn review two different wrestling events and try to figure out which was worst. David said it was GCW, while Shawn takes the WWE royal rumble. They also chat about the end (hopefully) of the Cody Rhodes and Sami feud over the TNT title. We also have a new Churchill Champion!

RFPW 1/23/22 John Moxley return

January 23, 2022 06:17 - 44 minutes - 51.1 MB

On this week's show, Shawn and David chatted about John Moxley's return to AEW, while they love the promo, the match on the other was something left to be desired.  Next, they chat about Cody Rhode's promo and how it could have been better. Shawn promised David that he wasn't the one to suggest that the WWE change Walter's name! Plus they make their picks in the Churchill Cup for the Royal Rumble. 

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