Tom Clark's Main Event
333 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 months ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsWWE Analyst, Writer and Blogger Tom Clark, focuses on specific topics surrounding the pro wrestling business with special guests.
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Episodes
Episode 83: Wrestle Kingdom 12
January 05, 2018 13:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBEpisode 83 deals with New Japan Pro Wrestling's Wrestle Kingdom 12 event, which saw Alpha versus Omega as Chris Jericho battled Kenny Omega, as well as IWGP champion Kazuchika Okada defending against Tetsuya Naito in the main event, plus a rundown of the full WK12 card For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun Show Tom and Kyle's Comedy Action Hour © Boink St...
Episode 82: Raw vs. SmackDown
November 10, 2017 17:01 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBEpisode 82 is all about the war between Monday Night Raw and SmackDown Live, which is leading to WWE Survivor Series, where both brands will battle for supremacy though kayfabe is long since dead and characters are acting out of character, which means this event needs to end with some massive repercussions so it all makes sense For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark's 30 Minute F...
Episode 81: The Shield Returns
October 15, 2017 13:00 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBEpisode 81 deals with the return of WWE's most dominant faction of all time, The Shield; Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose are back in business and their impact on WWE is already being felt as they will battle The Miz, Braun Strowman, and The Bar at TLC on October 22 For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun Show Tom and Kyle's Comedy Action Hour ©2...
Episode 80: My Story
August 18, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBEpisode 80 deals with Tom's story, from growing up as a fan, to getting in the business as an adult, to being a wrestling writer now, as well as everything in between; some anniversaries are celebrated, and the show ends with a message of peace for everyone listening. For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun Show Tom and Kyle's Comedy Ac...
Episode 79: Ric Flair, Ronda Rousey and the G1
August 14, 2017 12:00 - 57 minutes - 53 MBEpisode 79 begins with news of Ric Flair's recent hospitalization, then shifts to Ronda Rousey's possible entry on WWE's main roster, and whether or not she will be a part-time Superstar or the next Brock Lesnar, but then the conversation wraps up with the ongoing G1 Tournament in New Japan. For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun Show ...
Episode 78: Nakamura and Some Other Stuff
August 04, 2017 14:39 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBEpisode 78 deals with Shinsuke Nakamura's recent win over John Cena on SmackDown Live, as well as his rise to a SummerSlam main event with Jinder Mahal, and along the way other current topics are discussed including New Japan's G1 Tournament and upcoming matches for WWE's summer extravaganza For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun Show ...
Episode 77: The Road to SummerSlam
July 28, 2017 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.9 MBEpisode 77 deals with the road to the 30th annual SummerSlam event, which currently includes Naomi vs. Natalya for the SmackDown Live Women's Championship, Alexa Bliss vs. Bayley for the Raw Women's Championship, as well as the Universal Championship match between Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns, Braun Strowman and Samoa Joe For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom ...
Episode 76: Old School Memories
June 25, 2017 12:00 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MBEpisode 76 deals with the glory days of old school pro wrestling, specifically Jim Crockett Promotions, where legends like Ric Flair and Dusty Rhodes paved the way for the stars of today, but while some have forgotten where they come from, that history lesson is well remembered by Tom and his special guest Greg "Mick" Ramsey For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark on Sportskeeda ...
Episode 75: Diving Days
June 02, 2017 14:08 - 57 minutes - 53.1 MBEpisode 75 deals with the current trend in today' business of pro wrestlers performing more like acrobats, as daredevil stunt shows have become the norm not just in WWE, but New Japan, and many other places; what does all of that mean to fans, and can the industry survive this new style? Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun Sh...
Episode 74: The Pat Laprade Interview
April 28, 2017 12:00 - 59 minutes - 54.7 MBEpisode 74 focuses on women's wrestling, as Tom interviews Pat Laprade, the author of Sisterhood of the Squared Circle, the book that chronicles a movement that began with Mildred Burke and the carnival days, to the women's revolution that WWE enjoys today Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: BoinkStudios.com Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun...
Episode 73: WWE Superstar Shake-up
April 13, 2017 00:47 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBEpisode 73 deals with WWE's recent Superstar Shake-up, the company's attempt to freshen up the rosters of both Monday Night Raw and SmackDown Live; whether or not all of the moves were good remains to be seen, but each trade is analyzed for impact in both the short term, and long term, for everyone involved. Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark on Camel Clutch B...
Episode 72: WrestleMania 33 Rundown
April 03, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBEpisode 72 deals with the biggest event of the year for WWE, as every WrestleMania 33 match is covered, including the pre-show, as well as full analysis of the results, where the company goes from here, and what it all means to pro wrestling fans. Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clarks 30 Minute Fun Show Tom and Kyle's Comedy Act...
Episode 71: Building WrestleMania
March 16, 2017 23:11 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBEpisode 71 deals with WWE WrestleMania 33, including the build to the event on April 2, as well as the card that's being booked, plus how the company is facing many challenges when it comes to the matches, the storylines, and why it's a delicate balancing act for everyone involved Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark's 30 Minute F...
Episode 70: The Big Show Interview
March 02, 2017 06:42 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBEpisode 70 is Big Show's time to shine, as the former seven-time world champion discusses his weight loss, his feud with Braun Strowman, his views on today's WWE locker room, as well as the rumored WrestleMania 33 match between him and NBA legend Shaquille O'Neal Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: Tom Clark on Bleacher Report Tom Clark on Sportskeeda Tom Clark on Camel Clutch Blog Tom Clark's 30 Minute Fun Show Tom and ...
Episode 69: The Charlie Ebersol Interview
February 01, 2017 14:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MBEpisode 69 is Tom's exclusive interview with Charlie Ebersol, the man behind ESPN's 30 For 30 films' "This Was the XFL." Charlie goes into great detail about the birth and death of Vince McMahon's football league, including Dick Ebersol's participation, as well as the possibility of an XFL revival, plus the lasting legacy left behind by the doomed enterprise. Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more from Boink Studios, check out the links below: Tom Clark on Bleacher Report ...
Episode 68: The Royal Rumble Review
January 30, 2017 15:47 - 1 hour - 65.9 MBEpisode 68 deals with WWE's Royal Rumble event, which saw new champions crowned, and many surprises along the way including wild moments from the Rumble match itself, confrontations between Superstars, big names that didn't show up, as well as the ultimate surprise in the man that won the match, Randy Orton Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/5-biggest-dark-horses-wwe-royal-rumb...
Episode 67: Kenny Omega and the New Japan Effect on WWE
January 08, 2017 22:29 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBEpisode 67 deals with New Japan star Kenny Omega and his recent match with IWGP heavyweight champion Okada, as well as how New Japan's hard hitting style has impacted WWE in terms of talents working too dangerous while also not taking the proper time to tell the story in the ring Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://camelclutchblog.com/the-lasting-impact-of-kayfabes-demise-in-wwe/ http://www.sportskeeda.c...
Episode 66: The Randy Orton Interview
December 08, 2016 13:00 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MBEpisode 66 is Tom's exclusive interview with WWE's Randy Orton, as the 12-time world champion discusses his current run with The Wyatt Family, his new role on the USA Network's drama Shooter, as well as his views on acrobatic talents that don't sell enough in the ring Follow Tom on Twitter @tomclarkbr Check out Tom's work at the links below: Bleacher Report Sportskeeda Camel Clutch Blog
Episode 65: Legend and Legacy
December 02, 2016 14:00 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBEpisode 65 deals with legend and legacy in WWE, including the return of the legendary Goldberg and his shocking 86 second win over Brock Lesnar at Survivor Series, as well as the legacies currently being built by the new Raw Women's champion Sasha Banks and longtime rival Charlotte Flair For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://camelclutchblog.com/bill-goldberg-brock-lesnar-and-wwes-two-realities/ http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2677528-why-seth...
Episode 64: Random Wrestling Obeservations
November 07, 2016 14:38 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBEpisode 64 deals with all sorts of topics on this very gimmicky rWo episode, including former WWE Superstar CM Punk, Universal champion Kevin Owens, Roman Reigns, as well as New Japan Pro Wrestling, Ring of Honor, and other soapbox items of the day For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2673972-examining-why-kevin-owens-wwe-universal-title-isnt-receiving-proper-booking http://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/wwes-epic-mishandli...
Episode 63: The Return of Goldberg
October 21, 2016 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBEpisode 63 deals with the return of former WCW and World champion Goldberg to WWE, including full analysis of his appearance on Raw, as well as some prediction on what happens from here as it relates to Brock Lesnar's position in the company after the epic return match between the two industry icons For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2670251-goldberg-on-wwe-raw-recap-and-analysis-of-stars-return http://www.sportske...
Episode 62: The Evolution of the Revolution
October 16, 2016 22:44 - 56 minutes - 51.7 MBEpisode 62 deals with the current state of the women's revolution in WWE, specifically the career defining rivalry between current Raw Women's champion Sasha Banks and Charlotte, with the focus on their upcoming historic Hell in a Cell match, which could become the main event of the night
Episode 61: Some Kevin Owens Stuff
October 03, 2016 01:06 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBEpisode 61 deals with the current WWE Universal champion Kevin Owens including his title run, the way he's perceived among the company's elite talent, as well as what the championship means to fans not only today but in the future as well For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/kevin-owens-building-the-legacy-of-the-wwe-universal-championship http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2665614-kevin-owens-vs-seth-rollins-wwe-clash-o...
Episode 60: WWE Fact vs. Fiction
August 29, 2016 15:22 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBEpisode 60 deals with the current state of fact versus fiction in WWE, more specifically the SummerSlam controversies surrounding Finn Balor's injury at the hands of Seth Rollins, as well as Brock Lesnar's vicious mauling of Randy Orton, and what all of this means not only for the company, but also the fans Thank you for 60 episodes! For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/wwe-is-seth-rollins-irresponsible-in-the-ring http:...
Episode 59: The SummerSlam Fallout
August 25, 2016 23:34 - 50 minutes - 45.9 MBEpisode 59 deals with the fallout from WWE's summer extravaganza, SummerSlam, including Dean Ambrose vs. Dolph Ziggler, Finn Balor vs. Seth Rollins, and Brock Lesnar vs. Randy Orton, as well as the previous night's NXTakeover: Brooklyn event For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2659284-was-brock-lesnar-vs-randy-orton-wwes-response-to-conor-mcgregors-comments http://tomclarkbr.wixsite.com/blog/single-post/2016/08/21/...
Episode 58: A Bunch of SummerSlam Stuff
August 17, 2016 20:36 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBEpisode 58 is all about WWE's upcoming SummerSlam event, as Tom reviews the card, gives his predictions, and also covers the brand split between Raw and SmackDown, as well as soapboxes on a few topics of interest For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2656586-kevin-owens-chris-jericho-vs-enzo-big-cass-wwe-summerslam-2016-predictions http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2657924-jon-stewart-at-wwe-summerslam-2016-how-best-...
Episode 57: Shoot Em Down
July 30, 2016 12:00 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBEpisode 57 deals with WWE, its fans, as well as pro wrestling writers that may or may not be helping the business, because there is a lot of nonsense online, which leads to Tom shooting on many topics; it's no holds barred this time out For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/2654041-finn-balor-flashes-no1-star-potential-in-outstanding-wwe-raw-debut http://m.bleacherreport.com/articles/2653587-john-cenas-transitio...
Episode 56: Brock Lesnar and Other WWE News
July 18, 2016 20:33 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBEpisode 56 deals with the current Brock Lesnar situation, including how his possible anti-doping violation affects his standing with WWE SummerSlam, as well as how his character's booking will be handled by the company moving forward, and other news from WWE is covered as well, including the Raw and SmackDown brand split For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://camelclutchblog.com/brock-lesnar-complex-city/ http://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/ww...
Episode 55: The Shield Triumphant
June 26, 2016 21:47 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBEpisode 55 deals with the domination of Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose, and Seth Rollins, the former Shield. focusing on their individual impact on WWE, as well as their current roles, including Dean's new world title run, Seth's return from injury, and Roman's shocking suspension For more on the columns behind this episode, check out the links below: http://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/5-reasons-why-dean-ambrose-must-remain-in-wwe-top-spot http://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/5-reasons-why-roman...
Episode 54: Brock Lesnar, John Cena and the WWE Brand Split
June 09, 2016 00:18 - 58 minutes - 53.2 MBEpisode 54 is all about the recent news of The Beast Incarnate Brock Lesnar's return to UFC 200, the new rivalry between WWE's top guy John Cena vs. The Phenomenal AJ Styles, as well as the coming brand split, which will see Monday Night Raw and the new live SmackDown become two separate entities
Episode 53: Seth Rollins, Extreme Rules, and the Right Perspective
May 23, 2016 19:30 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBEpisode 53 deals with the recent return of Seth Rollins to WWE, Extreme Rules results, as well as the right perspective when combining both events in terms of unrealistic fan expectation over Seth's character, AJ Styles' role in the company, and how all of this directly relates to world heavyweight champion Roman Reigns
Episode 52: Shane vs. Stephanie and Other WWE Notes
May 12, 2016 03:12 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBEpisode 52 deals with the impending war between Shane and Stephanie McMahon, a war which will likely include Triple H in a battle for control of WWE, while other topics like the perplexing absence of The Wyatt Family, Dean Ambrose vs. Chris Jericho, and the company's recent releases are covered
Episode 51: AJ Styles, the New Era and Other WWE News
May 06, 2016 05:48 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBEpisode 51 is all about AJ Styles' WWE main event rise, specifically his feud with world champion Roman Reigns, as well as the company's overall new era of talent and angles, which leads to some sad news for wrestling fans and pop culture fans all over the world
Episode 50: A New Day in the Same Old WWE
April 17, 2016 21:40 - 53 minutes - 49 MBEpisode 50 is all about the exciting new post-WrestleMania era of WWE, including the women's division, the growing tag team division, as well as the rising stars from NXT; but it's all been heavily tempered by the stark reality that all of this is taking place in a company that consistently upsets fans with confusing booking and predictable storylines
Episode 49: The Raw Renaissance Part 2
March 11, 2016 13:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBEpisode 49 is the second part of The Raw Renaissance, a look into what makes Monday Night Raw tick, as well as what could be done in order to renew fan excitement in the program, including building on fresh talent, focusing on new directions and making an effort to present Raw as must-see TV once again
Episode 48: The Raw Renaissance Part 1
March 09, 2016 01:00 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBEpisode 48 is the first of the two-part Raw Renaissance saga, the hopes and dreams of fans all over the world that want to see WWE's flagship program improve through new blood, fresh directions, innovative concepts, as well as masterful storytelling from the industry's top pro wrestling company
Episode 47: The WWE Hall of Fame
March 04, 2016 02:57 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MBEpisode 47 deals with WWE's Hall of Fame, including whether or not past inductees should be removed for various different reasons, why some members should never have gone in to begin with, as well as why some past stars still have yet to be included in what is really a subjective hall, as the decision ultimately falls to Vince McMahon only
Episode 46: Shane vs. Undertaker & WWE WrestleMania 32 Buzz
February 24, 2016 23:41 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBEpisode 46 deals with Shane McMahon's shocking return to WWE and his even more shocking match against The Undertaker at WrestleMania 32, a night which will also feature Brock Lesnar versus Dean Ambrose as well as the main event of Triple H versus Roman Reigns for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship
Episode 45: Fastlane and Other WWE News
February 19, 2016 14:32 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBEpisode 45 is Tom's Fastlane preview show, full of match analysis and predictions, including the event's effects on WWE's granddaddy of them all, WrestleMania 32 and other current news from the company including Undertaker's Mania opponent and Titus O'Neil's suspension
Episode 44: WWE Fastlane and Some Other Stuff
February 08, 2016 14:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBEpisode 44 deals with WWE's upcoming Fastlane event on February 21, including the match between Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns and Dean Ambrose, as well as Alberto Del Rio vs. Kalisto and other recent pro wrestling news from Vince McMahon's company, more specifically AJ Styles' direction and Daniel Bryan's hopeful return to the ring
Episode 43: The People vs WWE
February 05, 2016 15:56 - 1 hour - 70.6 MBEpisode 43 deals with the many issues that pro wrestling fans have with WWE, more specifically Roman Reigns' rise to the top of the company, Dean Ambrose's inability to get over the main event hump, Triple H's 14th world championship and the ongoing saga of Daniel Bryan, who may or may not be appearing in a WWE ring again
Episode 42: Brock Lesnar, Roman Reigns and Royal Rumble Stuff
January 15, 2016 15:34 - 1 hour - 57.9 MBEpisode 42 is all about WWE's heavy hitters with The Beast Brock Lesnar and The Big Dog Roman Reigns, including what should become their renewed rivalry as well as news regarding the company's upcoming Royal Rumble event, which is essentially the beginning of the road to WrestleMania 32
Episode 41: The Roman Empire Realized
December 18, 2015 14:12 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBEpisode 41 is all about Roman Reigns' TLC match and confrontation with Triple H, as well as his match and WWE world heavyweight title win over Sheamus on the following Monday Night Raw and how the entire scenario was made possible by Vince McMahon
Episode 40: Old School Part 2
December 11, 2015 14:00 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBEpisode 40 is the second part of Old School, the look back at the glory days of professional wrestling, with a focus on Jim Crockett Promotions of the NWA and how the stars of that company carried the industry through what many fans consider to be the best era the business has ever known
Episode 39: Old School Part 1
December 08, 2015 14:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBEpisode 39 is part one of the show and deals with the old school era of professional wrestling, specifically the territory days of the NWA and Jim Crockett Promotions, including the growth of the company as well as the fundamentals of telling a compelling story in the ring
Episode 38: WWE Heels and Their Dirty Deeds
December 05, 2015 23:18 - 1 hour - 61.8 MBEpisode 38 deals with heels in WWE, focusing specifically on what their roles should be including why they should cheat to win and how their actions affect the overall storyline, as well as why the lack of balance between right and wrong is basically destroying everything that fans know and love about the house that McMahon built
Episode 37: Survivor Series and the WWE World Championship
November 18, 2015 17:44 - 1 hour - 70.8 MBEpisode 37 deals with WWE's upcoming Survivor Series event on November 22 and focuses on the semi-finals for the vacant WWE World Heavyweight Championship, as well as what scenario could play itself out when the new champ is crowned
Episode 36: The Rise of Bray Wyatt
November 04, 2015 17:19 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBEpisode 36 deals with the rise of Bray Wyatt, including his match with Roman Reigns at Hell in a Cell, his family's subsequent attacks on both Undertaker and Kane, as well as what all of this means for his immediate future on the main event stage of professional wrestling's largest company
Episode 35: Raw, Ratings, and Reaction
October 11, 2015 23:55 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBEpisode 35 deals with Monday Night Raw and its recent ratings slump, including what WWE can do to right the ship in terms of bringing fans back to the table, improving the overall product so the numbers rise and getting the company on the right track once again
Episode 34: Kane vs. Seth Rollins
October 09, 2015 12:11 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBEpisode 34 deals with the current rivalry between WWE's Director of Operations Kane and the WWE world heavyweight champion Seth Rollins, including fan reaction as well as the upcoming match for the title that sees Corporate Kane's future in the company on the line at Hell in a Cell