Crossbody of Work

Ep 21: Shawn Michaels Part 3 - Twilight of the Showstopper

July 04, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

This week we wrap up our three part series on Shawn Michaels. We take a look at some matches for Shawn during his second run with the WWE. There’s a bloody brawl as part of DX, a great over-sell in a match with Hulk Hogan, and three classic matches. Is Shawn truly the Showstopper? Yes, but it's still fun to look at all the matches. Be sure to follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and rate & subscribe for future episodes. Show notes: 97 Things White People Can Do For Racial Justi...

Ep 20: Shawn Michaels Part Two - First Retirement & Comeback

June 27, 2020 14:40 - 1 hour

The era of the Showstopper! This week we look at Shawn Michaels run leading into his first retirement in 1998, including matches against Vader, Undertaker and Stone Cold Steve Austin. Then we watch his return in 2002, from the first Elimination Chamber match to a grudge match with Triple H. What makes Shawn Michaels the legend he is? We dive into it this week. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Show notes: Petition - Justi...

Bonus Episode 10: 2005 Royal Rumble

June 25, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

It's time for another Royal Rumble review! This week Evan & Javier look at the 2005 Royal Rumble, known for it's wild false double-elimination ending and Vince McMahon tearing both of his quads. The Rumble also has tons of talented mid-00's stars, and lots of #OurGuys like Mabel, Rene Dupree, and Shelton Benjamin. We also look at the apparent in-ring retirement of The Undertaker. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Show no...

Ep 19: Shawn Michaels Part One - The Early Years

June 20, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

This week begins our three-part series on the Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels. We start by looking at his run as one half of the Rockers and check out two of their matches. Once Michaels tosses Marty Jannetty through the Barbershop window, we look at his rise to singles stardom. We even made Javier watch an hour-long match refereed by Earl Hebner. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Show notes: Loveland Therapy Fund for Bla...

Ep 18: Arn Anderson

June 13, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour

Spinebusters for everyone! This week we look at one of the original Four Horsemen, Arn Anderson. From tag clashes against the Rock 'N' Roll Express & Demolition to singles matches against Ric Flair, Anderson has been a master of many different wrestling styles. Come for the discussion of consummate heel Anderson, stay for the debates about DDTs and ECW. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyofWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Show note: Southern Poverty Law Cen...

Bonus Episode 9: NXT In Your House Review

June 11, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

This week's bonus episode has Evan & Javier talking about lots of current events in the wrestling world. They talk about New Japan Pro Wrestling coming back (a.k.a. Christmas for Javier) and who might win the New Japan Cup. Then the guys do a review of NXT TakeOver: In Your House. Who were the standout stars? What is the ceiling for Karrion Kross, and what does NXT do with Johnny Gargano now? Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episo...

Ep 17: Gail Kim

June 06, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

This week's episode is all about Gail Kim. One of the true founders and centerpieces of the TNA Knockouts Division, Kim had an amazing in-ring career. We look at matches starting with her very successful WWE debut in 2003, and continuing through her excellent runs with TNA. Join us as we talk about her great career, and check out the matches yourself as well. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Show note: Toronto Protester ...

Bonus Episode 8: WWECW December to Dismember Review

June 04, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

This week's episode has Evan & Javier watching WWECW December to Dismember 2006. They look at why the Extreme Elimination Chamber failed, debate the pronunciation of Sylvester Terkay, and give Little Guido and Stevie Richards some props. Before diving into the content, they also talk about the importance of Black Lives Matter and understanding the movement and the moment at hand. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork. Petition: Justice for George Floyd - https://www.change.org/p/...

Ep 16: "Mr. Perfect" Curt Hennig

May 30, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

There has only ever been one Mr. Perfect, and he was pretty damn perfect. This week Evan & Javier are looking at the career of Curt Hennig. Form his run in the AWA as their world champion to his run as one of the best WWF Intercontinental Champions in history, Hennig has a tremendous resume. We break down five of his most important matches and talk about the legacy of Mr. Perfect. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Learn m...

Bonus Episode 7: The Marine & AEW Double or Nothing Review

May 28, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

Crossbody of Work goes to the movies! This week Evan & Javier review the cinematic masterpiece known as The Marine, starring John Cena. The movie is one of the wildest C-level action films you'll ever see, so come hear the guys break it down. Evan & Javier also talk about AEW Double or Nothing, the majesty that was the Stadium Stampede match, and the great work of MJF and Jungle Boy. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Lear...

Ep 15: Ricky Steamboat

May 23, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

This week we look at Ricky Steamboat's career and his best matches. Covering his work in WCW and WWF, Evan & Javier explore some of Steamboat's best contests. Opponents like Ric Flair, Jake Roberts and Steve Austin fill up Steamboat's dance card. Listen as Evan & Javier discuss Ricky Steamboat's career and watch the matches on Full Press Coverage Wrestling. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit m...

Bonus Episode 6: AEW Double or Nothing Predictions with Kaden Hanafi

May 21, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

AEW Double or Nothing is on Saturday, so Evan & Javier called in their resident AEW expert Kaden Hanafi to predict the card. The guys talk about AEW in general, if they're winning the Wednesday Night War, and how AEW can bolster their women's division. Of course there are the regular tangents and pleas to SlimJim to provide us with sponsorship. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega...

Ep 14: Scott Hall

May 16, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

Say hello to the Bad Guy! This week's subject is Scott Hall, also known for his run in WWF as Razor Ramon. We cover many of the biggest moments in Hall's career, from his match that made the 1-2-3 Kid to his run as one of the original New World Order members. Hall is an entertaining guy, and Evan & Javier have a hell of a time reviewing the ups and downs of the career of Scott Hall. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate and subscribe for future episodes wherev...

Ep 13: Dudley Boyz

May 09, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

Welcome to Dudleyville! This week, Evan & Javier watch a lot of tables being broken as they look at the career of Bubba Ray & D-Von Dudley. From matches and heat-generating promos in ECW to their legendary work in WWE & TNA, there are a lot of great matches to cover. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and also be sure to subscribe and review wherever you get podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode 5: Re-booking Wrestlemania 32

May 07, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour

In this week's bonus episode, Evan & Javier try their hand at re-booking Wrestlemania 32. It was a Wrestlemania that had good moments, but could have been done better. The guys try to book the better card, and leave it up to you to vote and decide. They also talk about Money in the Bank 2020 and try to predict this year's briefcase winners. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork to vote on the better card, and be sure to subscribe for future episodes. Learn more about your ad choi...

Ep 12: Hiroshi Tanahashi

May 02, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

It is our first trip over to New Japan, and we're looking at The Ace, Hiroshi Tanahashi. Our matches include two epic encounters with Kazuchika Okada, and a Wrestle Kingdom main event versus Kenny Omega. If you're new to New Japan, let us be your guide (and by us, we definitely mean Javier). Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and be sure to rate & subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode 4: Matches We Missed Vol. 1

April 30, 2020 14:00 - 58 minutes

Sometimes there are just too many good matches to pick from when we choose five to watch. So for this week's bonus episode, we're looking at three matches from wrestlers we've already covered that didn't make the cut in their own episode. Goldust versus Roddy Piper from Wrestlemania 12, Eddie Guerrero on the indies battling CM Punk and Rey Mysterio in 2002, and the Wrestlemania 26 battle between Batista and John Cena. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and make sure to subscri...

Ep 11: Undertaker Part Three - The '10s

April 25, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

The Streak... is over. And so is our three-part look at The Undertaker's career. We look at Undertaker's matches with Shawn Michaels, Triple H, and CM Punk at Wrestlemania. We break down the decision to end The Streak and talk about if Brock Lesnar was the right guy in hindsight to break it. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork, and make sure to leave a review and a subscribe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 10: Undertaker Part Two - The 00's

April 18, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

You done it now! It's time for diving into the American Bad Ass portion of Undertaker's career. We look at the big bad biker and the establishment of his yard. We also look at the return of The Deadman and the beginning of an excellent run of Wrestlemania matches against the likes of Batista, Edge, and Shawn Michaels. Follow the podcast at @CrossbodyOfWork on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode 3: Saturday Night's Main Event - Savage vs Hart

April 16, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

Savage, Hart, and Hogan, oh my. On this week's bonus episode, Javier & Evan look at one of the best matches in Saturday Night's Main Event history between Randy Savage and Bret Hart. They also talk about WWE being deemed an essential service, are introduced to Oliver Humperdink for the first time, and see George "The Animal" Steele eat a turnbuckle. Watch the episode of SNME here: https://watch.wwe.com/episode/Saturday-Nights-Main-Event-4901 and follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWo...

Ep 9: Undertaker Part 1 - The 90's

April 11, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

The Undertaker is one of the biggest legends in the business. To properly dissect his 30 year career, we're breaking it into three episodes. First up, the 1990s. Evan & Javier discuss Undertaker's debut, his first WWF Championship, the first Buried Alive & Hell in a Cell matches and more. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode 2: 2001 Royal Rumble

April 09, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

It is one of the most fondly remembered Royal Rumbles of all time. The 2001 rumble match has stars like Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Rock, Kane, Undertaker, and... Steve Blackman. Evan & Javier break down the legendary 2001 Royal Rumble entrant by entrant. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 8: Batista

April 04, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

Dave Batista has one of the most accomplished careers in WWE history. From his meteoric rise in Evolution to his role as constant headliner to his Hollywood fame, Batista has done it all. This week Evan & Javier look at the career of Batista, starting at Wrestlemania 20 and ending a decade later in the main event of Wrestlemania 30. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bonus Episode 1: 1992 Royal Rumble

April 02, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

Crossbody of Work is giving you some bonus content, and we're starting off hot. The 1992 Royal Rumble match is full of legends and is considered one of the best ever. We break it down beat by beat and talk about Randy Savage's dumb moves, who the heck Skinner is, and the great performance by Ric Flair. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyOfWork. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 7: Dustin Rhodes

March 28, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour

There has never been a performer quite like Dustin Rhodes. The elder son of Dusty Rhodes has been a mainstay of the wrestling business since his debut in 1988. Known best for his WWF/WWE run as the enigmatic Goldust. From his WCW days all the way through to his current AEW run, Javier & Evan take a look at the incomparable Dustin Rhodes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 6: Trish Stratus

March 21, 2020 03:10 - 1 hour

From her debut as part of T&A to her retirement match against Charlotte Flair, Trish Stratus had an amazing career in the squared circle. This week, Evan & Javier break down five of Trish's best matches, including bouts against Lita & Mickie James. Listen along as they break down Trish's career, and watch the matches for yourself on Full Press Coverage. Follow the podcast at @CrossbodyOfWork on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 5: Diamond Dallas Page

March 14, 2020 14:02 - 1 hour

This week Crossbody of Work looks at the career of Diamond Dallas Page. From his celebrity tag team match with Karl Malone to his infamous Halloween Havoc match with Goldberg, from Ready to Rumble to his run as a stalker in WWE, we cover the big matches and moments in the career of DDP. Follow the podcast on Twitter at @CrossbodyofWork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 4: Ron Simmons

March 07, 2020 15:42 - 1 hour

This episode, we dive into the career of Ron Simmons. From his time in WCW as part of Doom and as World Champion, to his run in WWF with the Nation of Domination and as one half of the Acolytes. What is Simmons best match? What about his best tag team partner? We look at all that and more in reviewing his hall of fame career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ep 3: Randy Savage

February 29, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour

This week Evan & Javier take a look at the career of "Macho Man" Randy Savage. From his legendary Intercontinental Championship match with Ricky Steamboat to the Mega Powers exploding, matches in WCW and beyond, the guys take a look at Savage's impressive career. They also try to understand Hulk Hogan's appeal, talk about the wonderful work of Miss Elizabeth, and make an appeal to Slim Jim to give them some merch. Check out the matches for yourself on Full Press Coverage here: https://fullpre...

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