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Cannon Fail

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Cannon Fail is a podcast hosted by Fuck Yeah! Molecules bassist Marek Ranse, back from the dead and The Trashman! Mike Paige. The boys for the most part, cover the recent events of Insane Championship Wrestling and retro wrestling Pay Per Views, occasionally talking other subjects like movies, comics, music and other shit.

We understand there's a lot of podcasts out there but none as charmingly unprofessional as this one, but as always, if you don't like it, that's cool, it's free. Go fuck yerself.

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Episodes

ICW: Fear & Loathing XI

December 07, 2018 14:46 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

The boys review ICW's biggest show of 2018, while voicing some opinions on the changes that ICW and British wrestling itself, are going through right now. Peace.

WWF Survivor Series 1992 - Survivor Yearies

November 18, 2018 14:54 - 1 hour - 81.3 MB

The boys go back to 1992 to review the year's Survivor Series for their third annual Survivor Yearies. While reviewing the show itself, they retrospectively talk about what the company was going through at the time, the Steroid Trial, Vince's cure for too many muscly bois and how the company had no roster at the time. Also discussions of Racist Uncles, Jimmy Hart screams in a kid's mother's face and Bobby Heenan's classic thanksgiving references. Stay Hydrated, Peace.

ICW Fight Club 103 & 104 (Just Call me Fight Club Though)

November 09, 2018 15:19 - 1 hour

They boys start the road to the Hydro by reviewing Episode 103 and 104 and and how the F&L card is forming. Cannon Fail's yearly 'Survivor Yearies' episode is picked out. Peace.

ICW: Lionhearto

October 08, 2018 14:29 - 1 hour

The Boys review ICW Bravehearto, the show that properly got the ball rolling on the build to Fear and Loathing XI Other Topics: Marek's London Weekender Grado's music Jackie Polo, World Champion Fear and Loathing Predictions Joe Coffey Swerving everyone without actually Swerving Krieger making an arse ae it and as always, man's role in the universe. Peace

ICW: Terminator 2.5 It's Yersel

September 18, 2018 14:37 - 1 hour

The boys run down the fallout show from Shug's Hoose Party 5. Reviewing the matches and giving their opinions on what may happen on the road to Fear and Loathing XI Other Topics: Liam Thompson returns Aivil is scary Things we find annoying in Wrestling Lionheart's twitter bout with Progress NAK returns Coach Turncoat A single women's match at the Hydro? and as always, man's role in the universe. Cannon Fail Loves You. Stay Hydrated. Peace.

ICW: Terminator 2 Judgement Day - Insane Flashback

September 13, 2018 12:08 - 1 hour

The boys continue their 'Insane Flashback' series reviewing ICW's July 2013 show, Terminator 2 Judgement Day. Other Topics: The rise of Jack Jester The 2013 Incarnation of the NAK Jackie Polo's Hulk-like powers Ivan Koloff's dick Mark Dallas' short lived heel turn Dickie Divers' short lived face turn and as always, man's role in the universe. Stay Hydrated, Peace.

WWF Summerslam 1991 - Sporadic Summerslam

August 26, 2018 15:56 - 2 hours

The boys bring the third annual Sporadic Summerslam to the year of 1991. Reviewing the Pay Per View itself while discussing the goings on with the WWF at the time. Other topics: The start of the Steroid Scandal and who it affected primarily The Ultimate Warrior getting fired Mach and Liz's 'sham marraige' The 'real' World Heavyweight Championship Jake the Snake Roberts' Wedding Gift Leaked Salaries Ric Flair and Jim Herd and as always, man's role in the universe. Stay Hydrated, Bret Hart. ...

Shots Fired! - January 19th 1998

August 17, 2018 15:22 - 2 hours

The boys are back with their new addition to their Shots Fired! series, reviewing the famous RAW where Mike Tyson and Steve Austin come face to face.

ICW Shug's Hoose Party 5 (Night Two)

August 07, 2018 19:46 - 1 hour

The boys deliver their review of the second night of Shug's Hoose Party 5. Other Topics: Why women's wrestling doesn't need validation anymore Jeff Jarrett winning our hearts A 'just okay' crowd reaction for the Main Event Joe Hendry becoming the biggest heel in ICW Grado's return and as always, man's role in the universe. Stay Hydrated. Peace.

ICW: Shug's Hoose Party 5 (Night One)

August 07, 2018 16:42 - 1 hour

The boys' take on ICW's biggest empty of the summer comes in the form of a two-parter this year. This episode covers the first night of the two night event. Other Topics: Liam Thompson's Return Mikey Whiplash gets telt James Storm is a fuckin' Bam Joe Hendry 'Gets the Rub' Jackie vs. Lionheart III, the closer to one of the best feuds in modern wrestling. and as always, Man's Role in the Universe Stay Hydrated. Peace.

ICW Drunk And Drunker

July 11, 2018 13:36 - 1 hour

The boys review the newest Fight Club tapings with ICW's new look and sound and feel along with making some predictions on the upcoming Shug's Hoose Party 5 show. Other Topics: Undertaker, the dork Lionheart comes to work to drink Lionheart's comeback: The Alternative Ending Kid Fite, the scariest guy on the roster Menacing Heels Possible Fear and Loathing matches 24 hr contracts Joe Hendry's response to Renfrew's promo Sandwiches and as always, man's role in the universe. Peace.

ICW: Rudo Player Wan

June 17, 2018 16:20 - 1 hour

The boys drink and talk about Ready Player Wan at the Garage. Other topics: Wolfgang, the Locker Room Leader The Debut of 'The Binge' The 02 ABC Savage Heckles Heels getting cheered and why it's pish and as always, man's role in the universe. Peace.

WWF No Way Out 2000

June 07, 2018 22:07 - 2 hours

The boys are joined by Div Cameron, friend and fan of Cannon Fail, to review a show of his choice to review. Topics include : Mick Foley's potential perfect swan song X-Pac Heat Smelly Big Show Terri Runnels isn't as sexy as we remember Triple H's name being made and as always, man's role in the universe. Stay Hydrated. Peace.

SHOTS FIRED! Raw vs. Nitro - November 17th 1997

May 24, 2018 15:26 - 2 hours

The boys deliver the first episode of 'Shots Fired' that will in the tradition of the series going forward. this episode review the Raw and Nitro where Rick Rude made a simultaneous appearance on both shows, along with all the goings on in both companies at the time, including the rise of Steve Austin, the nWo, Sting and Vince McMahon's famous 'Bret Screwed Bret' interview. Peace.

ICW: Barramania 4

May 02, 2018 18:54 - 2 hours

The boys make their review of the Fourth annual Barramains, reviewing the matches and discussing the other inevitable swerves that Barramania has come to be known for. Topics Include: Fear and Loathing XI The Return of Joe Coffey Kenny joining RUDO Jackie vs. Lionheart did it fuckin' right this time! The end of the longest match in wrestling history The Oddity returns to the Barrowlands Stevie Boy's 'Heist of the Century' and as always, man's role in the universe. Peace.

ICW: Cease and Desist Part 2 (The Search for More Money)

April 29, 2018 15:33 - 1 hour

Our go home Fight Club review hopefully meeting your ears before the Barramains tonight. We make our review of the show and make our predictions for the Barramains 4. Peace.

ICW: The Wolf of Sauchihall Street

April 29, 2018 01:19 - 1 hour

The Barramains weekend starts in Cannon Fail country with a review of ICW's last Glasgow show leading up to Barramania 4. We know it's late, but of course we had to talk about that fucking death match! Peace.

ICW: Barramania - Insane Flashback

April 23, 2018 16:18 - 2 hours

In the spirit of the upcoming rematch of Jackie Polo vs. Lionheart, the boys rundown the card for the very first ICW Barramania and take a look into the storylines going around ICW at the time. We're deep into Swerve City tonight. Topics Include: Jackie vs. Lionheart, unintentionally shaping the future of two wrestlers. The birth of a new incarnation of the New Age Kliq Drew Galloway starting to change the opinions of fans who aren't as warm to him anymore Carmel being backstabbed by Li...

ICW: Frankie Goes to Hollyrood

April 19, 2018 20:16 - 1 hour

Marek does a solo show running down ICW's second show in Edinburgh's Potterow. Topics include: Another lucky escape for BT Gunn? Mikey Whiplash's Death Match Invitational taking a different course than planned Aspen Faith is here too btw, and he's fucking dynamite Renfrew/Hendry getting brilliantly cartoonier by the minute Viper proving to Kasey she's a more legit ICW champion and as always, man's role in the universe. Peace.

Wrestlemania 21 - Wrestlemania at Wrandom

April 07, 2018 16:09 - 2 hours

The boys bring you the third annual Wrestlemania at Wrandom, where they review Wrestlemania 21. Topics Include: The double passing of the torch Bad women's wrestling #MeNext #DoubleDip Eugene Muhammad Hassan Lemmy forgetting the words Eddie vs. Rey impressed the Mrs's The Bubble of Wrestling Youth JBL's descent into madness Big Show's Oriental theme song (as sung by Marek Ranse) The BANGIN' Hall of Fame and as always, Man's role in the Universe. Cannon Fail, Fatherfuckers! Peace.

WCW/NWO Souled Out 1997 - Shots Fired (Part 2)

March 24, 2018 16:22 - 2 hours

Part 2 of Cannon Fail's Inaugural 'Shots Fired' reviewing the 1997 Souled Out. Topics Include: Miss NWO Eric Bischoff's involvement in the NWO How wrestling saved ratings for Robin Hood...for one week Fuck Finishes, good and bad Nick Patrick A Mexican vs. Non-Mexican Death Match and more

WWF Degeneration X: In Your House - Shots Fired (Part 1)

March 20, 2018 15:46 - 1 hour

The boys make the inaugural regular series 'Shots Fired' where two contrasting shows from WWF and WCW are put against one another to see which show is better and in most cases, worse. This is part one of our episode covering WWF Degeneration X: In Your House vs WCW Souled Out 1997

The Biggest ICW Fight Club EVER!!!

March 06, 2018 20:33 - 1 hour

The boys nurse their Square Go! Hangovers with a rundown of ICW's biggest ICW Fight Club taping to date and how we're already hastily planning to Barramania 4. Topics Include: BT Gunn's Lucky Escape Where Fear & Loathing 11 may be taking place and different ideas on how it'll be taken out. ICW focusing on making marquee matches with it's own talent rather than relying on imports. The midcard becoming the main event scene going forward and the main eventers taking a back seat and explori...

ICW: The Seventh Annual Square Go

February 17, 2018 15:29 - 1 hour

The boys cover ICW's Seventh Annual Square Go, reviewing the matches and discussing how ICW could go in 2018. Topics Include: BT Gunn's Lucky Escape Ravie Davie letting his anger get in the way of his success in wrestling Iron Man: Chris Renfrew The obvious but right choice Crowd Brawls, Crowd Brawls and more Crowd Brawls

Square Go Predictions 2018 - Friday Night Aye!

February 11, 2018 13:28 - 1 hour

One of the biggest ICW Sundays of the year is finally upon us, the boys make their 'go home show' predictions while running down ICW's 'It's Always Raining in Glasgow' show in the Garage. Topics include: Drew McIntyre being inducted into the ICW Hall of Fame James Storm making his ICW debut The Biggest ICW Fight Club in History The Build towards the Square Go show itself Iestyn Rees and Session Moth Martina joining Rudo Sports and Entertainment Brand A shocking development in the tag t...

Insane Flashback - Insane In The Membrane

February 06, 2018 22:13 - 1 hour

The boys' third installment in their 'Insane Flashback' series with 'Insane in the Membrane' from July 2012. Topics include: The inception of the ICW tag team championship and the tag team division in ICW's 2012 The 'Trials and Tribulations of Grado' video and the 'Get Grado Booked' Campaign Red Lightning, ICW Champion Chris Renfrew vs. Jimmy Havok I

Rumble Jumble - Royal Rumble 2010

January 27, 2018 19:24 - 2 hours

The boys take on their second annual 'Rumble Jumble' discussing the 2010 Royal Rumble. - An unofficial sequel to the Montreal Screwjob 'Survivor Yearies' episode of the Cannon Fail podcast where the return of Bret Hart and his burying of the hatchet with Shawn Michaels - Fat Shaming being the main Women's angle in 2010 WWE #PiggyJames - Rey Mysterio being taken seriously as a World title Contender. - CM Punk making his mark as a 'Money Guy' in WWE - Shawn Michaels' last Royal Rumble matc...

The Last Ever Monday Night Naw!

January 20, 2018 13:28 - 1 hour

The boys discuss why they're putting their regular series 'Monday Night Naw' to rest and let you in on the future of Cannon Fail. They also draw what Royal Rumble PPV they will review for the second annual 'Rumble Jumble' and make some slight predictions for Wrestlemania 34. Peace.

NJPW: Wrestle Kingdom 12

January 10, 2018 16:20 - 1 hour

The boys tread in new waters (new in reviewing anyway) venturing into New Japan country...Japan...to review the 12th annual Wrestle Kingdom and New Japan's international growth in 2017/18.

The 2017 ICW Gammy Awards

December 31, 2017 16:06 - 1 hour

The boys are back after a small break to deliver their favourite moments from ICW in 2017. Apologies for slight sound problems in the second half. Fappy New Year. Cannon Fail Fatherfuckers. Peace.

ICW: Fear & Loathing X

November 28, 2017 16:48 - 1 hour

The boys review ICW's biggest event of the year, talk about their personal experiences being at the show and give some ideas of what might happen for the company itself along with a few members of the roster.

Fear And Loathing X Predictions

November 18, 2017 15:52 - 1 hour

The boys make their predictions for ICW's biggest event of the year, Fear & Loathing X and the highlights from the tour leading up to it. Also discussions of Bram's interview on Flash Morgan Webster's podcast, Triple H in Cardfiff and what ICW export will lose the fastest. Peace.

Survivor Yearies - Survivor Series 1997

November 09, 2017 17:44 - 2 hours

The boys are back with their second annual 'Survivor Yearies'. Normally a tradition in Cannon Fail is randomly choosing the SS we review but this year to commemorate the 20 year anniversary, we decided to choose the event ourselves and review the 1997 Survivor Series, along with our own thoughts and insights on the infamous Montreal Screwjob. Peace.

ICW: Eleven

October 31, 2017 16:51 - 1 hour

The boys review the 11th Anniversary show for ICW. Other topics: Lionheart's STV Late Show appearance Bram's return The ever filling card for Fear and Loathing X Zack Gibson and what he should do at the Hydro and Finally Getting Some Bloody Peace and Quiet at an ICW Show

Under Seige 2: Cruise Control - Monday Night Naw 24 - 10 - 17

October 28, 2017 13:27 - 1 hour

in the 200th episode of the podcast, The boys review 2017's TLC PPV along with the following RAW and Smackdown. Other Topics: The Greatest Wrestler of all Time, Kane Vince's hilarious idea for Jinder after he loses the title If the Smackdown Boys battered the Raw Girls RIP Braun Strowman ...and MARE!

Diamonds - Friday Night Aye! 13 - 10 - 17

October 17, 2017 14:11 - 1 hour

The boys are back in Glasgow to run down the 13th and 6th of October 2017 Fight Club tapings, along with the historical women's main event entailed

Mister Abigail/Hell in a Cell 2017 Review - Monday Night Naw! 10-10-17

October 16, 2017 23:29 - 1 hour

Mister Abigail/Hell in a Cell 2017 Review - Monday Night Naw! 10-10-17 by Marek Ranse & Mike Paige

I Won't Smack Down/Hell in a Cell Predictions - Monday Night Naw! 3-10-17

October 08, 2017 13:32 - 1 hour

The go home show for Hell in a Cell is filled with disappointment, our favourite thing.

ICW: The Infamous

October 03, 2017 22:01 - 1 hour

The boys do their usual ramblings with a review of ICW's latest trip into Newcastle with The Infamous ICW

#ForeverTeamRoman - Monday Night Naw! 26-9-17

September 29, 2017 17:41 - 2 hours

The boys review the 2017 event WWE No Mercy, along with the Raw and Smackdown afterwards

Brain - Monday Night Naw! 19-9-17

September 23, 2017 22:03 - 2 hours

The boys pay tribute to the late great Bobby 'The Brain' Heenan. His mark on the business, his role as a manager and colour commentator and his razor sharp wit. Also, Raw and Smackdown are taken home towards No Mercy, making their predictions while reviewing the two shows.

Insane Flashback: Jimmy Nails Revenge

September 19, 2017 15:58 - 1 hour

In respect of the Infamous ICW show, The boys take a look back at the first time ICW did a show in Newcastle, Jimmy Nails Revenge. They take a look back at everything ICW in June of 2014 while reviewing the card top to bottom.

Vince Shibata - Monday Night Naw! 12-9-17

September 18, 2017 11:56 - 1 hour

The boys make the mistake of thinking No Mercy was THIS week, not next. So will wait another few days before taking this sonofabitch home. Other Topics: Vince Does Hardway Brock and Braun aren't waiting around Seth and Dean-O are two wild and crazy guys Miz gives Enzo a bollocking ...and MARE!

A Short History of Nearly Everything/The Infamous - Friday Night Aye (1-9-17)

September 16, 2017 00:14 - 48 minutes

The boys are back in ICW country with an impromptu predictions show of upcoming Newcastle show 'The Infamous', making their predictions. Meanwhile catching themselves up on what's led up to it.

Supreme Chuggage - Monday Night Naw! 5-9-17

September 06, 2017 20:09 - 1 hour

The boys are back after a small hiatus to talk about the latest happenings of the world of WWE, with the Mae Young Classic excluded until such a time they actually watch enough of it. Other Topics: The Connor 'The Crusher' Campaign and WWE's philanthropy Roman Reigns and John Cena had a wee gab last week The amazing possibilities of a Kevin Owens/Vince McMahon segment Dolph Ziggler's Re-Debut Things are just getting worse for Sami Zayn More Baron Corbin hate and Cannon Fail's anti-climactic...

Touch My Summerslam III: NXT Vs. Summerslam Vs, RAW Vs Smackdown

August 28, 2017 16:40 - 2 hours

The boys's thrid annual run down of the biggest party of the summer, Summerslam, along with the ups and downs of what happened before, during and after.

Sporadic Summerslam - Summerslam 2004

August 19, 2017 02:18 - 2 hours

The boys' second annual 'Sporadic Summerslam' covering 2004's hidden away PPV (for the obvious reasons) in celebration of Summerslam coming up. Other Topics: Randy Orton's first World title win JBL, WWE Champion Triple H's Reign of Terror The 2004 Diva Search Chris Benoit and Eddie Guerrero's World title reigns in retrospect The problems Marek has with the Kane/Hardy/Lita feud and the birth of 'BizarroLand'

Blueplex City/SPORADIC SUMMERSLAM PICK - Monday Night Naw! 8-8-17

August 10, 2017 12:44 - 1 hour

The boys run down the Raw and Smackdown set in Toronto this week while Mike picks what year they will be covering for 'Sporadic Summerslam'

ICW: Shug's Hoose Party 4

August 03, 2017 15:12 - 2 hours

A run down of the cards from Night 1 and Night 2 from ICW's biggest event of the summer, Shug's Hoose Party 4.

Battle-a-Ground III: A Bittersweet America -

August 02, 2017 21:50 - 1 hour

Battle-a-Ground III: A Bittersweet America - by Marek Ranse & Mike Paige