Back to the Ring
55 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsWeekly Wrestling Podcast covering NXT UK and going back in time to cover old-school PPVs and episodes from WWF and WCW!
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Episodes
Okada, Cody, and Rock. Oh my!
February 14, 2024 20:25 - 1 hour - 87.7 MBBob and Rob finally straighten out their schedule and talk about all the happenings in the wrestling world. Topics include the Vince thing, TNA firing Scott D'Amore, and Why Miz is one of the greatest wrestlers today.
From MJF to R-Truth; We're Catching Up!
January 16, 2024 22:09 - 1 hour - 108 MBDr. Bob and Rob discuss the most recent stories in the Wrestling world. We cover NDAs, The WHC scene, Top men's and women's wrestlers of 2023, and Royal Rumble predictions plus so much more.
The Bunny, Luis, and WCW
November 15, 2023 20:29 - 3 hours - 168 MBIn this episode Dr. Bob and special guest host Luis attempt to review WCW from Feb 21st 1987 while under constant attack from detours and tangents.
Missing what we missed
October 29, 2023 19:41 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBTechnical difficulties and other distractions abound as Bob and Rob do their best to catch up on things since our last episode.
WCW review (feb. 14th 1987)
September 02, 2023 15:55 - 1 hour - 101 MBBob and Rob review the Valentine's Day episode of WCW from 1987. Things aren't too happy as Dick Murdoch betrays Dusty to work with the Russians, Cornette threatens to disfigure Garvin, and The Horsemen continue to sit on top. All of that and we address the Punk/Perry/All In situation and so much more.
SummerSlam 2002 review
August 15, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 98 MBBob and Rob review and rate SummerSlam 2002 and talk Collision and SummerSlam 2023.
WCW February 7th 1986
July 31, 2023 20:58 - 1 hour - 109 MBTechnical issues cut an episode in half once again and lead to a lengthy discussion of heels in modern and classic wrestling while the boys review an interesting episode of WCW from February 7th 1986.
Survivor Series 2001: End of the Invasion (Thankfully)
July 08, 2023 18:30 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBDr. B.O.B. and Rob the Lawyer review Survivor Series 2001. From where are the actual WCW/ECW guys to a debacle Battle Royal to the hour long main event that doesn't even look competitive on paper, they cover it all.
MitB 23 preview and other topics.
July 04, 2023 15:17 - 2 hours - 127 MBBob and Luis discuss various topics from around the wrestling world and preview Money in the Bank 2023.
WCW Jan. 31st 1987
June 09, 2023 02:44 - 1 hour - 85.4 MBBob and Rob review and discuss WCW from January 31st 1987.
WCW Jan 24th 1987
June 03, 2023 17:35 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBBob and Rob go through another great episode of WCW from January 87. The Luger/Horsemen storyline picks up, Barry Takes on Ric Flair, and Jimmy Valiant saves the day. Plus, reviews of NoC and Battleground and some thoughts on Fight Forever.
WCW Jan. 17th 1987
May 25, 2023 20:03 - 2 hours - 113 MBBob and Rob take you to Tangent City as they review a classic WCW episode that includes the debut of Lex Luger.
WCW 1987! (Jan 3 & 10)
May 19, 2023 19:07 - 1 hour - 108 MBThis episode we review, with several sidetracks and some technical difficulties, the first two episodes of WCW from 1987! Learn how a Dusty promo is like a kangaroo driving and why you never botch on the Road Warriors. Plus some fun similes about Tony Khan.
Best and Worst of Mania Weekend 2023
April 12, 2023 15:04 - 1 hour - 100 MBRob and Bob go through all of Wrestlemania weekend and give their takes on what did happen, what should have happened, and why they're disappointed.
Hidden Gems: Brad Armstrong
April 04, 2023 15:59 - 2 hours - 117 MBBob and Rob review 5 great matches featuring one of Rob's all time favorites, Brad Armstrong. We also get lost in some pre Wrestlemania excitement.
The Return of The Drod!
February 18, 2023 20:22 - 1 hour - 66.4 MBDrod is back to talk NXT Vengeance Day, WWE, and AEW! Hope you all enjoy this fun bonus content!
SummerSlam 2001
February 05, 2023 19:12 - 1 hour - 95.5 MBWith the invasion angle in full swing we take a look at what worked (not much) and what didn't (a lot) about this story and this ppv.
Starrcade 83
December 23, 2022 20:13 - 1 hour - 101 MBDr. Bob and Lawyer Rob discuss the ins and outs of Starrcade 83 include who, exactly, is Charlie Brown form out of Town.
Survivor Series 2000
November 23, 2022 18:07 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBBob and Rob review the highs and lows of the first Survivor Series of the millennium. From missed opportunities to that was awesome to how does that make any sense we cover it, warts and all.
Starrcade 86
October 31, 2022 19:03 - 2 hours - 128 MBDr. Bob and Rob the Lawyer discuss, dissect, and gush over the matches on the biggest show in WCW/NWA in 1986.
Summer Slam 2000
October 25, 2022 19:53 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBDr. Bob and Rob the Lawyer review and discuss the up and many downs of Summer Slam 2000.
WCW 86 (Dec 20th/27th)
October 10, 2022 00:50 - 2 hours - 116 MBBob and Rob discuss the last two episodes of WCW 1986, get lost in a couple tangents, and generally goof off for two hours. Enjoy!
Survivor Series 99
September 26, 2022 19:06 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBBob and Rob review Survivor Series 99 and talk AEW disappointments and NXT Excitement.
Bobby Eaton Tribute Show 1.2
August 19, 2022 19:48 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBDr. Bob and Nate Bash recount and analyze 6 of Bobby Eaton's best matches, both as a Single and Tag Team star.
SummerSlam 22 review
August 04, 2022 03:17 - 1 hour - 85.1 MBBob and Rob review the latest SummerSlam ppv along with some talk of the future of WWE under HHH.
SummerSlam 99: We watched it so you don't have to!
June 23, 2022 23:18 - 1 hour - 105 MBBob and Rob review SummerSlam 99 and try mightily to find anything redeeming in it. From "Puppies" to Bad promos to the human weapon in a weapons match this one was full of, well, something. We watched it so you don't have to.
WCW Dec. 6 & 12 1986
June 14, 2022 19:57 - 1 hour - 104 MBDr. Bob and Lawyer Rob review two episodes of WCW from early December 1986. Topics include enjoyable squash matches, putting your opponents over in promos, and why Dusty was "Funky like a Monkey". Dr. Bob also gets in depth on Ricky Morton's selling during a tag title match.
Survivor Series 98: Deadly Game
June 01, 2022 22:20 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBDr. Bob and Blowout Man Review Mr. McMahon's quest for a new WWE Champion!
Survivor Series 97
May 15, 2022 20:05 - 1 hour - 82.9 MBIn this episode Dr. Bob and Rob the Lawyer review Survivor Series 97 which includes the Montreal Screwjob all while Zoom screws them over because Bob didn't read the new terms of agreement. Other topics include Flair's fall from grace, the stench of ineffective refs, and why cheating matters.
SummerSlam 97
April 25, 2022 00:18 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBBob and Special Guest Co-host, Nate Bash, break down every match to see what worked and what fell short of the mark.
Best and Worst of Mania Weekend 2022
April 06, 2022 23:16 - 1 hour - 74.2 MBOur second annual best and worst of Wrestlemania weekend show is here! Featuring the return of the OG BTTR cohost, DROD! Bob and Drod run through what worked, what didn't, and what surprised them both. If you only watch one Mania recap from a retro themed podcast then this should be it!
WrestleMania Preview 2022: Arm Drag Boogaloo
March 31, 2022 16:57 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBDr. Bob and guest host Kevin give their thoughts on every match on this year's Mania card. We also get insight on the business of the business and fantasy book out a few angles.
Survivor Series 96
March 18, 2022 23:20 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBDr. Bob and Blowout Man review and discuss Survivor Series 96, NXTUK, and Dr. Bob calls out Cornette...
WWE Day 1
January 08, 2022 04:06 - 1 hour - 76 MBDr Bob was at Day 1 so we thought we should review it.
NWA/WCW 1986: The Build to Starrcade.
December 23, 2021 00:57 - 1 hour - 98.4 MBIn this episode we cover the 4 weeks of World Championship Wrestling prior to Starrcade 86. We talk about Magnum's accident, a shirtless Nikita, and the origin of the pumpkinhead chants.
WCW Oct. 11 - 18 1986 And NXTUK
October 20, 2021 23:25 - 1 hour - 111 MBWe cover two weeks of WCW from 1986, talk about Magnum's accident, and Review ANOTHER great Dragunov match. Plus, an annoucement concerning Ric Flair and his place on the Dr. Bob's favorites list.
SummerSlam 96 and NXTUK
October 14, 2021 00:44 - 2 hours - 133 MBThe Broiler Room Brawl, A shitty helmet, and Uniform maintenance. All of this and more on this episode.
WCW/NWA (09/27-10/04/86) and NXTUK
October 05, 2021 19:55 - 1 hour - 96.3 MBWe return to our original format with a lengthy review of NXTUK and then hop in the TARDIS and go back to 1986 to watch World Championship Wrestling almost 35 years ago to the day it aired! There are several side-track discussions and tom foolery for all.
Starrcade 83 and NXTUK
September 28, 2021 19:45 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBThe official end of the Summer Sessions! Dr. Bob and Blowout Man go back in time to the very first Professional Wrestling PPV! We also review a most excellent episode of NXTUK, Discuss various main roster topics, and Dr. Bob rants about triple threats. All this and more!
NXTUK Triple Shot 2
September 18, 2021 21:54 - 1 hour - 70.3 MBWe review three weeks of NXTUK, Dr. Bob does some fantasy booking, and we speculate about SCSA spinal injury. All this and more!
NXTUK Triple Shot.
August 29, 2021 19:51 - 1 hour - 64.2 MBWe catch up on the last three weeks of NXTUK.
Best and Worst of SummerSlam Weekend
August 25, 2021 02:57 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBWe recap the best and worst matches of SummerSlam and NXT Takeover 36.
Bobby Eaton Tribute Show
August 09, 2021 02:32 - 1 hour - 100 MBDr. Bob and Blowout review some of the great matches from one of the best to ever do it.
Summer Sessions 4: NXTUK Double Shot
August 01, 2021 22:39 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBDr. Bob and Blowout Man review and dissect two episodes of NXTUK.
Summer Sessions 3: Starrcade 88 and NXTUK from July 15, 2021
July 25, 2021 00:55 - 1 hour - 80.1 MBFrom the Fantastics to Flair, Dr. Bob and Blowout Man review every match and finish from one of the best Starrcades of all time and, as always, they rave and review NXTUK from July 15, 2021.
Summer Sessions 2: SummerSlam 2008 and NXTUK
July 16, 2021 17:12 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBDr. Bob and special guest host Blowout Man review NXTUK from July 8th 2021 and go back in time to check out SummerSlam 2008.
The Summer Sessions 1: SummerSlam 98
June 24, 2021 18:53 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBDr. Bob and new co-host (Gears) review SummerSlam 98 and NXTUK.
Best and Worst from WrestleMania week!
April 13, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBIn this episode of "Back to the Ring" Bob and DROD break down the best and worst matches from WrestleMania week!Follow us on Twitter - @BackToTheRingFollow Drod on Twitter - @CEODRODFollow Bob on Twitter - @bobzevonFollow the Twitch channel -...
WrestleMania Week - Check Your Temperature!
April 06, 2021 04:00 - 2 hours - 94.8 MBIn this episode of "Back to the Ring" Bob, DROD, and Bama Dave break down WrestleMania week matches Check Your Temperature style from NXT UK Prelude, NXT Takeover Stand and Deliver, and WrestleMania! Follow us on Twitter - @BackToTheRingFollow Drod on...
The Greatest WrestleMania Match Of All Time Is?
March 30, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 78.6 MBIn this episode of "Back to the Ring" Bob, DROD, and Bama Dave break down in a 16 match tournament what the greatest WrestleMania match of all time is. Follow us on Twitter - @BackToTheRingFollow Drod on Twitter - @CEODRODFollow Bob on Twitter -...