Turnbuckle Topix
143 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsHello Wrestling Fans! My name is Pat and I'm your host of the Turnbuckle Topix Podcast. Are you searching for a pro wrestling podcast that will discuss The Golden Era, Attitude Era, plus the current state of the wrestling business? Well, look no further because here, we will cover it all! We'll discuss the latest in the world of professional wrestling and occasionally take a stroll down memory lane, not only to pay homage to some of the all time greats, but to discuss some of the best moments in pro wrestling history! Nothing is off limits and we will definitely dive into numerous topics both in and out of the ring.
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WWE Survivor Series WarGames Predictions
November 25, 2022 19:00 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBWWE Survivor Series takes place Saturday night at the TD Garden in Boston! We will witness 2 WarGames matches, 1 for the women and 1 for the men. We'll see the United States Championship and the SmackDown Women's Championship on the line. Plus there will be a battle between 2 former Bullet Club leaders who now both lead their very own factions in WWE. You won't want to miss this episode featuring Anthony Alvarez, Just Justin and yours truly, Pat Dineen.
AEW Full Gear Review
November 23, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBTwo new World Champions were crowned at Full Gear, MJF and Jamie Hayter. Samoa Joe becomes king of the TV titles for both ROH and AEW. Jade Cargill remains undefeated at 42-0 as TBS Champion, but looks to feud with Bow Wow?! 1 down, 6 to go as we set our sights on a best of 7 series between The Elite and Death Triangle. Saraya, Jack Perry, The Acclaimed, all winners and will be a topic of conversation for this Full Gear Review.
AEW Full Gear Predictions
November 19, 2022 17:00 - 2 hours - 91.1 MBAEW Full Gear takes place tonight at The Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. 7 Championships are on the line as well as a steel cage match. Does MJF become World Champion for the very 1st time? Will there be any significant returns later tonight? Saraya wrestles for the 1st time in nearly 5 years since her career ending neck injury. The Elite will be making their return plus members of the JAS and BCC collide for the ROH title. Can Jade continue her undefeated streak as TBS Champion??
WWE Extreme Rules Predictions
October 07, 2022 18:00 - 51 minutes - 35.5 MBThe 14th Annual Extreme Rules is set to take place on Saturday, October 8th at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 6 matches scheduled, including both Women's Championships on the line in a Ladder and Extreme Rules Match. The men will partake in an I Quit, Fight Pit, Strap Match and a Good Old Fashioned Donnybrook. There are picks to be made and plenty to discuss including new commentary teams for Raw, SmackDown and NXT!
WWE Clash and Raw Review
September 07, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MBClash at the Castle was a GREAT show! Join Pat and cohost of The Raw Review Justin as they share their thoughts on Clash as well as Monday Night Raw. Plenty to discuss and lots to look forward to as we also look ahead to WWE Extreme Rules that takes place one month from now on Saturday, October 8th in Philadelphia AKA Justins Birthday!!
AEW All Out Review
September 05, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 45.4 MBThe return of MJF! The departure of Malakai Black? Toni Storm becomes Interim AEW Women's Champion. The Acclaimed and Swerve in Our Glory steal the show! The Elite are the Inaugural AEW Trios Champions and CM Punk becomes a 2x AEW World Champion. Speaking of The Elite and CM Punk, a lot was said by the World Champion about The Elite, Adam Page and Colt Cabana during the Media Scrum following All Out. It's said Punk has MAJOR backstage heat. Tony Khan NEEDS to get things in order before this ...
AEW All Out Predictions
September 02, 2022 20:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBThe Elite, Blackpool Combat Club, Jericho Appreciation Society, House of Black, Swerve in Our Glory, Death Triangle, The Acclaimed, CM Punk, Toni Storm, FTR, Andrade, Athena... need I say more? AEW All Out, looks to be a great show on paper and we have every reason to believe that it will live up to the hype! With 7 championships on the line, there is plenty at stake in Chicago this Sunday. Join myself and The Associate as we give our predictions for the entirety of this All Out card.
WWE Clash Predictions
September 02, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBFor the 1st time in 30 years, since SummerSlam 1992 that took place at Wembley Stadium in London, England the WWE returns to the United Kingdom for a stadium show but this time in Cardiff, Wales. Then we saw the Ultimate Warrior vs "Macho Man" Randy Savage and a main event featuring Bret "The Hitman" Hart vs "The British Bulldog" Davey Boy Smith. Now we will see Gunther vs Sheamus and a main event that features the Undisputed WWE Universal Champion Roman Reigns defending against Drew McIntyr...
AEW All Out Mess
August 31, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 66.2 MBJoined by Anthony Alvarez to discuss CM Punk, Thunder Rosa, Eddie Kingston and all of the drama surrounding All Elite Wrestling as of recent. As we look ahead to Dynamite taking place later tonight, we also cover the current card for AEW All Out LIVE from the Now Arena this Sunday in Chicago.
NXT Heatwave Predictions
August 16, 2022 23:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBFor the 1st time in 22 years, Heatwave returns to the forefront of professional wrestling! What was originally an ECW event, last held in the year 2000 returns tonight thanks to NXT. This 5 match card will not disappoint and includes 3 championship matches. The other 2 matches will see a battle between former best friends now turned bitter enemies as well as a Street Fight stipulation match where one man may never wrestle in NXT ever again! Take a listen to who I have coming out victorious r...
AEWxWWE Rundown
August 09, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBJoined by The Associate, we discuss AEW Battle of the Belts III, Trios Titles, WWE Women's tag team Championship tournament, Sasha Banks & Naomi and the impact Triple H has had during his brief reign thus far. We cover much more than the above mentioned but you'll have to tune in to hear the rest! Make yourself at home and enjoy this lengthy yet insightful episode.
AEWxWWE Rundown
August 09, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBJoined by The Associate, we discuss AEW Battle of the Belts III, Trios Titles, WWE Women's tag team Championship tournament, Sasha Banks & Naomi and the impact Triple H has had during his brief reign thus far. We cover much more than the above mentioned but you'll have to tune in to hear the rest! Make yourself at home and enjoy this lengthy yet insightful episode.
Karrion Kross Shocks the World
August 06, 2022 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31.2 MBFor this episode I will be covering both WWE SmackDown and AEW Rampage. Discussing the HUGE return of Karrion Kross and Scarlett to WWE. The Queen of Spades Shayna Baszler who punched her ticket to Cardiff, Wales for a title opportunity next month. Shinsuke Nakamura looks to become a 3x Intercontinental Champion next week and Ricochet returns to his winning ways. Plus, Madison Rayne makes her AEW in ring debut!
What A Week!!
August 06, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBFor this episode you can expect to hear my full review of SummerSlam as well as my thoughts on NXT 2.0 and AEW Dynamite, both of which took place this week. There's legitimately so much to cover so without further ado, let's get down to business, shall we??
What A Week in Wrestling!!
August 06, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBFor this episode you can expect to hear my full review of SummerSlam as well as my thoughts on NXT 2.0 and AEW Dynamite, both of which took place this week. There's legitimately so much to cover so without further ado, let's get down to business, shall we??
The Raw Review
August 02, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBWelcome to the introductory episode of The Raw Review! Join Pat Dineen and cohost, Just Justin as we go over everything Monday Night Raw from start to finish. This week, it was very evident that Triple H is slowly but surely making his presense felt on the WWE product. In what was an incredibly refreshing post SummerSlam show, we will go over all of the details that not only surround a new week or new month, but an entirely brand new era of Monday Night Raw.
SummerSlam Preview
July 30, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBThe 35th annual SummerSlam takes place tonight in Nashville, Tennessee at Nissan Stadium. Speaking of which, the hometown girl, Raw Women's Champion Bianca Belair will defend her championship in a SummerSlam rematch with Becky Lynch. The Bloodline defends all of their prestigious gold and Ronda Rousey looks to get her title back that she lost earlier this month to Liv Morgan. For the first time ever, in the history of predictions episodes, Pat and Justin agree on each and every pick. So be s...
25 Years Later
July 27, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBThis week I visited the World's Most Famous Arena, Madison Square Garden for Monday Night Raw for the first time since September 22nd 1997. The last time I was at MSG for Raw, Triple H fought Cactus Jack in a Falls Count Anywhere match. Fast forward July 2022, Hunter is the EVP, Talent Relations as well as Head of Creative. Though Vince announced his retirement from the company this past Friday, 25 years ago I got to witness the beginning of the Austin/McMahon feud with a single Stone Cold s...
Blood & Guts Review
June 30, 2022 16:00 - 43 minutes - 30.3 MBThe Jericho Appreciation Society had a knock down drag out fight against The Blackpool Combat Club and company. Tacks, tables, bats and glass were all reminders of how brutal a Blood & Guts match can truly be. TBS Champion Jade Cargill remains undefeated. Orange Cassidy gets a new theme song and a victory. Luchasaurus turns to the dark side and aligns himself with Christian Cage. Billy Gunn sides with The Acclaimed over his own sons. Jay Lethal calls out Samoa Joe ahead of Death Before Disho...
Forbidden Door Review
June 30, 2022 02:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBMoxley becomes the 1st 2x AEW World Champion. PAC becomes the inaugural AEW All-Atlantic Champion. FTR gains a 3rd set of tag team titles! The King of Swing, the Swiss Superman, Cesaro now known as Claudio Castagnoli arrives in AEW. The Jericho Appreciation Society gains the advantage heading into Blood & Guts and Sting continues to do high flying spots at the age of 63. So much to go over including a decisive victory for AEW Women's World Champion, Thunder Rosa. The Forbidden Door is open f...
Forbidden Door Predictions
June 26, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBAll Elite Wrestling + New Japan Pro Wrestling join forces by opening the Forbidden Door later tonight. 12 matches are scheduled including 6 championship matches. A wide variety of dream matches will be taking place at the United Center in Chicago. Check out this very detailed yet informative episode with special guest, The Associate before tuning into AEW x NJPW: Forbidden Door.
Monday Night Raw Review
June 21, 2022 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBThe Judgment Day went from the main event to being reduced to Main Event. Rhea Ripley won't be medically cleared for MITB. Has Riddle lost his winning ways? Theory basks in baby oil as Lashley seeks revenge. Elias returns but his beard just isn't the same. Veer Mahaan is still feuding with The Mysterios. Mr. McMahon shows up and says a whole lot of nothing. And I utter the words "you know" about 100x during this episode. Enjoy folks!
NEW!! Pats Weekly Report
June 19, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBHappy Father's Day! Join Pat, The Associate and Anthony Alvarez as they discuss this week in pro wrestling. Specifically, Vince McMahon, Jeff Hardy, Sasha Banks, Forbidden Door, Money in the Bank and everything that involves both WWE and AEW.
Pats Weekly Report
June 19, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBHappy Father's Day! Join Pat, The Associate and Anthony Alvarez as they discuss this week in pro wrestling. Specifically, Vince McMahon, Jeff Hardy, Sasha Banks, Forbidden Door, Money in the Bank and everything that involves both WWE and AEW.
Pats Weekly Report
June 19, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBHappy Father's Day! Join Pat, The Associate and Anthony Alvarez as they discuss this week in pro wrestling. Specifically, Vince McMahon, Jeff Hardy, Sasha Banks, Forbidden Door, Money in the Bank and everything that involves both WWE and AEW.
Judgment Day Lost Their Edge
June 13, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 54.1 MBPats Weekly Report is Back! This episode covers all things WWE and AEW as we look ahead to a new week of storylines, segments and hopefully some great matches. Discussing Paige and her WWE contract status. Upcoming events such as Forbidden Door and MITB. Edge being booted from his own stable. Roman not scheduled for MITB. Bret Hart makes dreams come true. Cody and CM Punk on their road to recovery. Ricochet treated like dirt. Brand new AEW All Atlantic Championship. The debut of Will Osprea...
WWE HIAC Review
June 06, 2022 10:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBInjured an all, The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes gets the job done at HIAC. Judgment Day continues their reign of terror, plus the women of Monday night Raw had a spectacular showing on Sunday night. No titles changed hands but one thing is for certain, Bobby Lashley has his sights set on gold while Moss looks to be headed for a solid mid-card push. All that being said, how did Raw have six matches take place while SmackDown only had one? Hm
WWE HIAC Predictions
June 05, 2022 20:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBWe are only hours away from WWE HIAC! Take a listen to see who I declare the winner for all 7 of tonights scheduled matches. In addition, will we see a new member join Judgment Day? Could we also see the return of The Fiend Bray Wyatt? Should the Bloodline make an appearance or just take the night off? So many questions that we soon will have the answer to but in the meantime, check this out before the show starts!
AEW Double or Nothing Review
June 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBFor the first time in over a decade CM Punk is World Champion. MJF takes 10 Powerbombs in a losing effort. Athena and Stokely Hathaway are All Elite and The Hardys still got it! Adam Cole and his Bay Bay, Britt Baker are the Inaugural Owen Hart Foundation Champs and yes there is so much more to be said. Join me as I go over this incredibly lengthy but enjoyable PPV from start to finish.
AEW Double or Nothing Predictions
May 29, 2022 09:00 - 2 hours - 95.5 MB13 matches, including 4 title defenses and some late breaking news regarding MJF. I will be covering it all on this episode alongside special guest, The Associate. Tonight we will also find out the Inaugural champions of the men's and women's Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. Without further ado, let's get cooking on this Memorial Day weekend!
Sasha and Naomi Exclusive
May 18, 2022 11:00 - 50 minutes - 34.6 MBWWE Women's tag team champions Sasha Banks and Naomi decided to leave the arena before the start of Raw on Monday Night due to lackluster creative. The million dollar question is what's next for Sasha and Naomi? Can WWE make things right or is their situation beyond repair. I share my thoughts as well as news from a variety of outlets who mention what may have went down on Monday night that led to Boss and Glow walking out on Vince McMahon.
Pats Raw Rant
May 16, 2022 11:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIt's a new week... yes it is! As we look ahead to Raw later on tonight, I recap what took place last Monday and spotlight a few things that I am personally looking forward to... or not. Discussing topics that include, The Judgement Day, Men's Tag Team Title Unification, Raw Women's Title picture plus the return of Alexa Bliss and a whole lot more.
WrestleMania Backlash Review
May 09, 2022 11:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBThe Bloodline remains unstoppable. Ronda Rousey becomes SmackDown Women's Champion. Cody Rhodes uses Seth Rollins tactics against him and Edge goes over AJ Styles yet again thanks to the newest member of his Judgement Day stable, Rhea Ripley. So much to dive into from WrestleMania Backlash as well as looking ahead to what's in store for the Summer of 2022 in WWE.
NXT Spring Breakin' Predictions
May 03, 2022 11:00 - 41 minutes - 28.9 MBRoderick Strong asks for his release from NXT. Ember Moon (Athena) shares interesting details regarding her departure from WWE/NXT during her exclusive interview with Chris Van Vliet. I also cover the recent NXT releases that were announced on Friday. Last but not least, I give you Pat's Predictions ahead of tonight's 5 match card for NXT Spring Breakin'!!!
20 Years of Randy Orton
April 28, 2022 11:00 - 57 minutes - 39.9 MBOn April 25th 2002, Randy Orton made his WWE debut! In addition to celebrating two decades of greatness for The Viper, I will also be going over what took place on Monday Night Raw and NXT 2.0 this week. Including the much anticipated return of Asuka, Mustafa Ali and former Raw Women's Champion, Becky Lynch. Ezekiel continues to make his presence felt. Veer Mahaan decimates his opponent yet again. Will Rhea and Ciampa join Judgement Day? NXT Spring Breakin' makes a splash next Tuesday and th...
WrestleMania and Raw Full Review
April 07, 2022 11:00 - 2 hours - 102 MBStone Cold Steve Austin wins his first official match since 2003! The American Nightmare Cody Rhodes returns to WWE after 6 years. Your Tribal Chief becomes the Champion of Champions. Sasha Banks receives her first WrestleMania moment while earning gold alongside Naomi plus Bianca Belair exacts revenge on Becky Lynch by becoming Raw Women's Champion. Elias's "younger brother" Ezekiel debuts on Raw and we finally see the long awaited return of Veer Mahaan! So much to cover on this episode but...
WWE Elimination Chamber Review
February 21, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBThe Road to WrestleMania is beginning to take shape after Saturdays Elimination Chamber. We'll witness a winner take all match between Lesnar and Reigns. Bianca Belair earned a Raw Women's Championship opportunity vs Becky Lynch. What will the tag title and mid card title scene look like at Mania? Bobby Lashley is reportedly out of action for a few months and Cody Rhodes was spotted in Orlando this weekend. Oh yeah, and Lita still got it! 40 days until WrestleMania... Are You Ready?
WWE Elimination Chamber Predictions
February 19, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBLive from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia it's WWE Elimination Chamber! Pat's Predictions for today are on the way and I will also cover SmackDown and AEW Rampage. All the latest regarding the Cody Rhodes situation plus The Undertaker is WWE Hall of Fame bound! From Bobby to Becky, Roman to Ronda, The Miz and Mysterio, Doudrop, Bianca! Let's dive in...
Royal Rumble Review
January 31, 2022 12:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBReigns, reign continues as Universal Champion for nearly 520 days. Brock Lesnar and Ronda Rousey win each of their respective Royal Rumble matches. Bobby Lashley becomes a 2x WWE Champion plus Big time Becks is still your Raw Women's Champion. Although this Royal Rumble won't go down as one of the best, there is plenty to keep a watchful eye on now that we are officially on the Road to WrestleMania. Buckle up, it's about to get bumpy!!
Ready to Rumble
January 29, 2022 11:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBIt's Royal Rumble Day! First off if you haven't already, go and listen to my previous episode to hear all of my Royal Rumble Predictions. Being that we are only hours away from the 35th annual Royal Rumble I've decided to give you my very own Royal Rumble rosters, including my top 30 male and female superstars throughout the last 30 years. In addition, I'll give you my final 4 men and women including a winner for both. I'll go over tonights card as well as recap SmackDown. You know the drill...
Royal Rumble Predictions
January 28, 2022 12:00 - 54 minutes - 37.4 MBJustin returns to discuss this years Royal Rumble! The Championship scene is hot as ever and we have a difference of opinion on how things will play out, come Saturday night. Will we see Ronda Rousey after a 3 year hiatus? Will there be a new Universal Champion for the 1st time in 515 days? Who will win the epic clash that has been decades in the making between Lesnar and Lashley? More importantly, will Veer Mahaan show up at the Rumble so we can finally Cheer the Veer? All questions that we...
RAW and NXT Review
January 27, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 44.7 MBThe final Raw before the Royal Rumble plus NXT 2.0 announces the return of Vengeance Day! Not only will I discuss Lesnar vs Lashley but also The IT couple vs the GRIT couple. The men's Dusty Rhodes tag team classic is getting interesting and Solo Sikoa honors the late, Umaga. I talk Ronda Rousey, Brian Kendrick, Odyssey Jones plus Otis on a scooter next week! We look ahead to Diamond Mine vs Imperium next Tuesday and the new #1 contender for the North American Championship.
Pats Weekly Report 3
January 24, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 71.1 MBI wish I could say pro wrestling was the most exciting thing I watched, however the NFL undoubtedly stole the show this past weekend! Join me as I discuss the return of Jon Moxley, Lio Rush becoming a free agent AGAIN, 2 former WWE superstars that refuse to enter this years Royal Rumble plus an overview of some televised wrestling shows from the week! You'd have to be a complete Jackass to miss out on this episode. Speaking of which, I still can't believe Johnny Knoxville is in the Royal Rum...
Pats Weekly Report
January 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThe Royal Rumble is less than 2 weeks away. Join me as I go over the latest edition of AEW Dynamite and Rampage as well as WWE SmackDown. I even discuss Impact Wrestling and their latest acquisitions from ROH. Sunny finds herself in trouble yet again, plus Jon Moxley is set to return next week. Covering as much as humanly possible, let's get to it!
Pats Weekly Report 2
January 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBThe Royal Rumble is less than 2 weeks away. Join me as I go over the latest edition of AEW Dynamite and Rampage as well as WWE SmackDown. I even discuss Impact Wrestling and their latest acquisitions from ROH. Sunny finds herself in trouble yet again, plus Jon Moxley is set to return next week. Covering as much as humanly possible, let's get to it!
RAW and NXT Review
January 12, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBRoman Reigns has been the Universal Champion for 500 Days!! We also have new tag team champions on Monday nights for the first time since SummerSlam. Another title match is set for the Royal Rumble, plus find out who is running the show on NXT 2.0 these days. Let's talk some Brock and Bobby, Nikki and Rhea. As well as Bron and Carmelo, although it's non basketball related but they are both champions in their own right. The Dusty Rhodes tag team classic is almost here and as AJ would say, it ...
Pats Weekly Report
January 10, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBWelcome to my introductory episode of Pats Weekly Report! Today I will be going over the past 7 days in pro wrestling, including WWE Raw, SmackDown, NXT 2.0, AEW Dynamite, Rampage and Battle of the Belts! I will also discuss the recent NXT releases. Sasha Banks, Rey Fenix and Cody Rhodes who are all sidelined! Why Macaulay Culkin is absolutely spot on plus I will be going over the results from Impact Wrestlings most recent pay-per-view! By the way, if you told me one week ago that William Re...
Pats Weekly Report 1
January 10, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.2 MBWelcome to my introductory episode of Pats Weekly Report! Today I will be going over the past 7 days in pro wrestling, including WWE Raw, SmackDown, NXT 2.0, AEW Dynamite, Rampage and Battle of the Belts! I will also discuss the recent NXT releases. Sasha Banks, Rey Fenix and Cody Rhodes who are all sidelined! Why Macaulay Culkin is absolutely spot on plus I will be going over the results from Impact Wrestlings most recent pay-per-view! By the way, if you told me one week ago that William Re...
NXT WarGames Review
December 08, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBAs anticipated, this was a solid card that for the most part, delivered. We got to witness one of the best tag team matches of the year plus a very memorable NXT WarGames match. No titles changed hands but that's alright because we got to watch someone get their haircut! The only thing that would've made this segment better was if Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake were to have showed up with his shears. We'll talk Raw, NXT 2.0 and some recent news. Here's to you, Johnny Wrestling.
NXT WarGames Review
December 08, 2021 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBAs anticipated, this was a solid card that for the most part, delivered. We got to witness one of the best tag team matches of the year plus a very memorable NXT WarGames match. No titles changed hands but that's alright because we got to watch someone get their haircut! The only thing that would've made this segment better was if Brutus "The Barber" Beefcake were to have showed up with his shears. We'll talk Raw, NXT 2.0 and some recent news. Here's to you, Johnny Wrestling.