Busted Open
392 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 1.7K ratingsJoin Dave LaGreca and his rotating co-host chair that features two WWE Hall of Famers in Bully Ray and Mark Henry and ECW Original Tommy Dreamer for the best pro wrestling talk on radio. From the WWE to Ring of Honor to New Japan Pro Wrestling and the independent scene, Busted Open covers pro-wrestling like no one else in the world! Listen to the full show Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Eastern on SiriusXM Fight Nation channel 156 or On Demand anytime on the SiriusXM app.
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Episodes
Matt Cardona & RAW Recap
August 04, 2020 18:56 - 1 hour - 93.3 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode recapping RAW Underground, including Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre, Sasha, Asuka, Bayley & Shayna. Then they talk to Matt Cardona from AEW.
MJF & Enzo Amore
August 03, 2020 17:50 - 1 hour - 90.2 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking to AEW Superstar MJF. Then they talk to another wrestling star, Enzo.
A Fiendish SmackDown
August 01, 2020 18:14 - 1 hour - 87 MBRyan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about a violent and dangerous SmackDown with a big attack on Alexa Bliss, The Fiend reigning, and Big E striking out on his own. Then they discuss the all important Weekly Winners.
Falls Count Anywhere Friday
July 31, 2020 18:07 - 38 minutes - 53.1 MBDave LaGreca and Mark Henry start the episode talking about Kairi Sane's goodbye tweet. Then they discuss Keith Lee/MJF promos. They also remember the legacy of Roddy Piper. They finish by discussing wrestling memorabilia and the weekend preview.
MJF on AEW, Keith Lee on NXT + The Good Brothers
July 30, 2020 18:23 - 54 minutes - 74.7 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode discussing MJF. Then they talk about NXT and Keith Lee. Finally, The Good Brothers join the show.
Sal Vulcano & Pro Wrestling Memorabilia
July 29, 2020 17:57 - 53 minutes - 73.1 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer talk about their best Man Cave memorabilia. Then they're joined by comedian Sal Vulcano. Finally, Tommy talks about Roddy Piper.
Jon Moxley & Kairi Sane's Tweet
July 28, 2020 17:38 - 1 hour - 85.6 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Monday Night RAW and Kairi Sane. Then they discuss the realism and creative involved with pro wrestling. AEW Champion Jon Moxley joins the show.
Nick Aldis & EC3
July 27, 2020 19:19 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray have two huge guests on the show today. They're joined by NWA Champion Nick Aldis and Impact Wrestler EC3.
The Return of Nation of Domination?
July 25, 2020 16:21 - 58 minutes - 80 MBRyan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about the push for Big E to spread his wings. They discuss Pat McAfee and Adam Cole’s ‘feud.’ They announce their Weekly Winner. Finally they get excited for a potential return of Nation of Domination.
Eric Young & Brian Cage
July 22, 2020 17:48 - 1 hour - 98.9 MBBully Ray and Tommy Dreamer start the episode recapping IMPACT. Then they talk about Big Show & Randy Orton at RAW. They're joined by Eric Young and Brian Cage.
Was WWE Extreme Rules A Horror Show?
July 20, 2020 19:22 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray begin the episode by asking whether WWE Extreme Rules was a horror show. Then, they talk about Impact Slammiversary trending. Finally, they chat with Deonna Purrazzo, the Impact Women's Champ.
Jordynne Grace Joins the Show
July 18, 2020 20:54 - 1 hour - 89 MBRyan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about this week’s SmackDown and get hyped up for Extreme Rules and the Swamp Match. They discuss their Weekly Winners. Finally, they get a chance to talk to Impact Superstar, Jordynne Grace about the upcoming Impact Slammiversary.
Ric Flair, Eddie Edwards, Jim Ross & Tony Khan
July 15, 2020 18:12 - 1 hour - 126 MBDave LaGreca, Tommy Dreamer and Bully Ray celebrate Dave's birthday! It's a star studded list of guests including Ric Flair, Eddie Edwards, Jim Ross and Tony Khan.
Sonny Kiss & RAW Recap
July 14, 2020 19:15 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the show celebrating Bully's birthday! Then they talk RAW from last night. They're also joined by AEW Superstar Sonny Kiss.
NJPW Dominion & Pro Wrestling Power Rankings
July 13, 2020 18:41 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about NJPW. Then they talk about wrestlers in and out of the ring. Dave reveals his latest Power Rankings and then they ask when fans might return to events.
Xtreme Rules Preview
July 12, 2020 02:13 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MBRyan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about the state of the Women’s Division in WWE. They preview Xtreme Rules coming up. They discuss their Weekly Winner. Finally, they dive into AEW’s tag teams.
Baron Corbin & Rumor Round-Up
July 10, 2020 19:44 - 54 minutes - 74.4 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Keith Lee. Then they're joined by Justin LaBar and WWE Superstar Baron Corbin.
Keith Lee & Great American Bash vs. Fyter Fest
July 09, 2020 17:51 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about AEW vs. NXT last night. Then they're joined by NXT Superstar Keith Lee.
Nyla Rose & Greatest Heel Turns
July 08, 2020 18:14 - 58 minutes - 80.5 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer give their greatest Heels of all time. They also talk to AEW Superstar Nyla Rose.
The Miz & Gabriel Iglesias
July 07, 2020 17:49 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about the return on Heath Slater on RAW. Then they're joined by WWE Superstar The Miz and comedian Gabriel "Fluffy" Iglesias.
FTR & NXT: Sasha Banks
July 06, 2020 21:45 - 1 hour - 86 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Sasha Banks and NXT. Then they talk to AEW Superstars FTR.
The Great American Bash & Fyter Fest Recaps
July 02, 2020 18:35 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about AEW vs NXT last night. Then they discuss Cody/Hager and Tazz/Cage. Finally, should Rhea Ripley main event?
Private Party & Greatest Referees
July 01, 2020 18:21 - 52 minutes - 72.4 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer start the episode talking about Mount Rushmore of Referees. Then they hit on Tommy's promo on Moose for IMPACT. Finally, AEW's Private Party joins the show.
Cody Rhodes & Fyter Fest vs. Great American Bash
June 30, 2020 18:51 - 1 hour - 97 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Terry Funk. They they discuss NXT vs AEW special shows. Finally, Cody Rhodes joins the show.
Power Rankings & Get Yourself Over
June 29, 2020 17:20 - 1 hour - 115 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode with Dave's latest Power Rankings. Then they discuss Tessa Blanchard. Independent Wrestler Effy joins on a Get Yourself Over Monday. Finally, more talk about Tessa.
End of the Undertaker Era?
June 27, 2020 16:21 - 1 hour - 85.5 MBRyan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about the Undertaker, his legacy, and moving forward. They discuss King Corbin and his reign. Finally, they announce their weekly winners.
Rumor Round-Up & Chair Dance Challenge
June 26, 2020 17:40 - 1 hour - 96.3 MBDave LaGreca and Mark Henry start the episode with Dave's birthday challenge to Mark. Then they do Rumor Round-Up with Justin LaBar. Finally, they talk to Conrad Thompson.
AEW Dynamite & NXT Recaps
June 25, 2020 21:21 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about COVID-19 in pro wrestling. Then they recap NXT and AEW.
Ted DiBiase & Kevin Sullivan
June 24, 2020 17:54 - 1 hour - 103 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer give their top heels of all time! They also talk to Ted DiBiase and Kevin Sullivan.
Edge - WWE Superstar
June 23, 2020 17:04 - 47 minutes - 65.8 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray begin the show by talking with WWE Hall of Famer Edge. Then, they react to the interview. Finally, they discuss why Edge and Orton works.
Ric Flair to honor Randy Orton
June 22, 2020 21:30 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray begin the episode by talking about Ric Flair honoring Randy Orton. Then, they touch on the #SpeakingOut movement. Next, Dave gives his latest Power Rankings. Finally, the guys ask whether the Undertaker should retire.
Matt Riddle’s SmackDown Debut
June 20, 2020 15:36 - 52 minutes - 72.5 MBRyan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about Matt Riddle’s start in SmackDown. They talk Bray Wyatt and his different personas. Then they announce their Weekly Winners. Finally, Mark teases his visit to Stone Cold's Skull Sessions.
Undertaker & Bret Hart on WWE Backstage
June 19, 2020 18:39 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBDave LaGreca and Mark Henry begin the episode by talking about Father's Day Weekend. Then, they chat Undertaker on Edge vs Randy Orton. Next, it's time for Rumor Round-Up with Justin LaBar. Finally, they discuss Bret Hart on WWE Backstage.
Believability in Pro Wrestling
June 18, 2020 18:37 - 1 hour - 86.1 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray begin the episode by talking about believability in Pro Wrestling. Then, they give an AEW Recap and chat Nox/Banks on NXT. Finally, they give some constructive criticism.
Deonna Purrazzo & Bertrand Herbert
June 17, 2020 18:31 - 55 minutes - 76.2 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer start the episode talking to Deonna Purrazzo from IMPACT. Then they're joined by Bertrand Hebert to discuss his book about Andre the Giant.
Charlotte Flair/Randy Orton & RAW Recap
June 16, 2020 17:54 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode recapping RAW and talking Orton, Christian & Flair. Then they discuss Charlotte vs Randy.
Backlash Recap
June 15, 2020 18:16 - 51 minutes - 71.3 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about the Jeff Hardy/Sheamus feud. Then they recap Edge/Orton. Finally, they discuss The Last Ride Chapter 4 .
AJ Styles is the New Intercontinental Champion
June 13, 2020 18:03 - 1 hour - 84.5 MBRyan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about a jam-packed episode of Smackdown, with AJ Styles being crowned the new IC Champ. They discuss Black Lives Matter and The New Day. They discuss their Weekly Winners. Finally, they preview WWE Backlash.
Happy Birthday Mark Henry!
June 12, 2020 18:49 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBDave LaGreca declares today Mark Henry Day to celebrate his birthday. They're joined by Drew Pearson, Peter Rosenberg, Natalya, Titus O’Neil, Shelton Benjamin, Ata Maivia, Bully Ray & D'Lo Brown.
AEW/NXT & Tommy Lee
June 11, 2020 18:46 - 1 hour - 84.2 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode discussing if Lashley should win the WWE Title. Then they get into Karrion Kross & Adam Cole. They're joined by the legendary Tommy Lee and Tawny Kitaen.
The American Dream: Dusty Rhodes Special
June 11, 2020 16:40 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer are joined by WWE / WCW Legend Diamond Dallas Page to discuss one of the all time great professional wrestlers - Dusty Rhodes.
M. Mooneyham & Top Wrestling Matches
June 10, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer start the episode discussing the passing of Mr. Wrestling II. Then they talk about the greatest wrestling matches of all time. Finally, pro wrestling historian Mike Mooneyham joins the show.
Eric Bischoff & RAW Recap
June 09, 2020 18:25 - 1 hour - 92.4 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Monday Night RAW and the end of the Charlotte/Asuka match. Then, Former WCW President Eric Bischoff joins the show.
NXT Takeover: In Your House & Ron Funches
June 08, 2020 20:27 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBDave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode recapping NXT Takeover: In Your House. They also get into the NXT Women's title match. Finally, Ron Funches joins the show.
Women In Wrestling #2: Mickie James and Valerie Wyndham
June 08, 2020 15:35 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer discuss Women In Wrestling with WWE Superstar Mickie James and Valerie Wyndham.
Bayley & Sasha Are The New Women’s Tag Team Champions
June 06, 2020 19:05 - 31 minutes - 43.5 MBTommy Dreamer and Mark Henry talk about Bayley & Sasha Banks win on SmackDown. They talk about their problems with the Jeff Hardy segment on SmackDown. Finally, they get hyped up for NXT Takeover.
NXT Takeover Preview & Falls Count Anywhere Friday
June 05, 2020 18:05 - 52 minutes - 72.8 MBDave LaGreca and Mark Henry start the episode previewing NXT Takeover: In Your House. Then they get into Adam Cole & Velveteen Dream.
Remembering the Territories: AWA
June 05, 2020 14:44 - 50 minutes - 69.8 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer delve into the history of the AWA wrestling territory and are joined by AWA legend himself, Greg Gagne!
D-Von Dudley
June 03, 2020 19:33 - 58 minutes - 80.2 MBBully Ray and Mark Henry start the episode talking to D-Von Dudley. Then they talk about Charlotte Flair. Next, thoughts on the Buckle Bomb and Nia Jax. Finally, CM Punk on WWE Backstage.
Top 10 Wrestling Feuds
June 03, 2020 14:23 - 50 minutes - 70 MBDave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer share their lists of the top 10 wrestling feuds of all time and special guest Raven joins them to discuss his feud against Tommy Dreamer.