Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast
771 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★ - 8 ratingsSince 2012, the Wrestling Is Real Podcast offers bold uncensored commentary on the storylines and TV highlights of WWE, AEW, TNA, MLW, NWA and more… Because wrestling needs us! Hosted by @KingOfPodcasts .
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Episodes
A Scotland Castle Clashing Screwjob or a Hardys TNA Reunion (ep.855)
June 16, 2024 04:08 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBWWE Clash at the Castle 2024 was a premium live event held at the OVO Hydro in Glasgow, Scotland, marking the second time the event has taken place in the country. The show featured five championship matches, with three showcasing Scottish natives Drew McIntyre, Piper Niven, Isla Dawn, and Alba Fyre. The event kicked off with Cody Rhodes defeating AJ Styles in an "I Quit" match to retain the Undisputed WWE Championship. Other highlights included Gunther successfully defending his Intercontin...
WWEs Awkward Alternate Attitude Era (ep.854)
June 13, 2024 05:10 - 58 minutes - 53.1 MBLiv Morgan's recent actions, specifically offering a hotel room key to Dominik Mysterio amidst the Judgment Day clubhouse drama, have sparked controversy. The implications of this move remain unclear, but it has undoubtedly added fuel to the fire of the ongoing rivalry. Meanwhile, the enigmatic Uncle Howdy has resurfaced, leaving fans wondering if he is the mastermind behind the new, chaotic faction reminiscent of Retribution. Cryptic messages and appearances have sent shockwaves through the...
WWE and AEW: Repeating WCW's Mistakes? (ep.853)
June 06, 2024 04:40 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBWWE and AEW: Repeating WCW's Mistakes? As fans witness the current landscape with industry giants WWE and burgeoning competitor AEW, parallels are emerging to the mistakes that led to the downfall of WCW (World Championship Wrestling) in 2001. **Bloated Rosters and Overspending:** One of the most glaring similarities lies in the size of the rosters. Both WWE and AEW have accumulated a large number of talented wrestlers, leading to concerns about overspending and underutilization. WCW famous...
WWE Success Shades Future Shortcomings. Fan Support Blind To It (ep.852)
May 30, 2024 04:15 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBWrestling Landscape Shifts: WWE's Success Masks Future Concerns, AEW Drama Heats Up. The wrestling world is abuzz with recent developments in both WWE and AEW, sparking heated debates among fans and industry insiders alike. **WWE's Current Success Overshadows Potential Future Challenges** WWE's current wave of success, driven by captivating storylines, may be masking underlying concerns about the future. With Becky Lynch's free agency and the unexpected pairing of Liv Morgan and Dominik Mys...
MJF Doubles Down With AEW at Double or Nothing (ep.851)
May 27, 2024 05:16 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBAEW Double or Nothing 2024 delivered a night of shocking twists, unexpected returns, and intense in-ring action, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. In a stunning upset, Will Ospreay dethroned Roderick Strong to become the new AEW International Champion. Ospreay's aerial prowess and relentless offense proved too much for Strong, even with the interference of his Kingdom stablemates. The excitement reached fever pitch as Adam Cole made his long-awaited return to AEW, only to be confront...
King and Queen Crowns and Changing Championship Title Shots (ep.850)
May 26, 2024 01:44 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBWWE King and Queen of the Ring 2024 delivered a night of shocking upsets and thrilling matches, culminating in the crowning of new royalty and setting the stage for major showdowns at SummerSlam. In a stunning turn of events, Liv Morgan captured the Women's World Championship from Becky Lynch, dethroning the dominant champion in a hard-fought battle. Morgan's victory marks a significant milestone in her career and promises a new era for the women's division. Sami Zayn continued his reign as I...
WWE Basic Booking vs AEW Clearly Lacking Cliffhangers (ep.849)
May 23, 2024 04:53 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBWWE, with its decades-long legacy, is synonymous with sports entertainment. From the grandeur of WrestleMania to the gritty battles on Monday Night Raw, WWE has ingrained itself into the cultural fabric of mainstream media. Its larger-than-life superstars like John Cena, The Rock, and Stone Cold Steve Austin have become household names, transcending the squared circle to conquer Hollywood and beyond. On the other side of the spectrum lies All Elite Wrestling (AEW), a newcomer that has taken ...
Bloodline By The Numbers or AEW Bucks To Black (ep.848)
May 16, 2024 04:23 - 50 minutes - 46.2 MBTrying to make sense of the secondary story of the Bloodline and AEW builds Bucks, Swerve's second title defense and the House of Black going into Double or Nothing The Double or Nothing lineup currently includes: AEW World Championship: Swerve Strickland (c) vs. Christian Cage AEW Women’s World Championship: Toni Storm (c) vs. Serena Deeb TBS Championship: Willow Nightingale (c) vs. Mercedes Moné AEW International Championship: Roderick Strong (c) vs. Will Ospreay Anarchy in the Arena: Yo...
WWE Suffers From a Serious Starting Lineup Problem (ep.847)
May 09, 2024 04:29 - 59 minutes - 54 MBBack when Triple H assumed responsibility from Vince McMahon in 2022, the Sportster wrote: Although Vince McMahon is no longer in charge of WWE, there still exists many issues which have turned fans away from the product over the last few years, and these problems will take a long time to rectify. Some of the problems that fans always bring up include repetitive matches, the same superstars always on top, non-finishes, and the lack of logic when it comes to the brand split. However, there i...
WWE Backlash Bested By Boisterous French Fanbase (ep.846)
May 05, 2024 00:13 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBWWE Backlash 2024 in Lyon, France: Cody Rhodes is Victorious in Main Event highlighted by the French Fanbase who were compelled to chant all night long. In a night filled with electrifying action and unexpected twists, WWE Backlash 2024 descended upon Lyon, France, captivating audiences with a spectacle of athleticism and drama. The event, held at the Palais des Sports de Gerland, showcased some of the finest talents in the world of professional wrestling. In the heart-stopping main event, Co...
WWE Draft Defines Lack of Character Depth and Direction (ep.845)
May 02, 2024 04:24 - 1 hour - 58 MBFrom WrestleZone: The 2024 WWE Draft is finally behind us and, honestly, fans have mixed reaction to the two-night event. The draft began on SmackDown last Friday. The champions on all three brands were protected except for the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions. While RAW and SmackDown retained majority of the pre-draft roster, they did trade some names in addition to plucking several superstars from NXT. Joseph Staszweksi wrote: The WWE Draft could be so much more. Every year, I watch WWE’s an...
WWEs Post Wrestlemania Wounded, Rejected and Released (ep. 844)
April 25, 2024 05:08 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MBRhea Ripley, Jimmy Uso, CM Punk, Seth Rollins and Dominik Mysterio are on the shelf. Jinder Mahal, Cameron Grimes, Xia Li are among the recently released. Meanwhile the WWE Faithful Fanatics are judging and jeering Tony Khan's booking decisions while Vince's playbook is being applied in their women's division in two title matches. They are also early distracted by a non important draft coming up. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www...
Swerve Strickland Secures Gold at AEW Dynasty (ep.843)
April 22, 2024 05:33 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBIn the electrifying realm of AEW Dynasty 2024, the arena buzzed with anticipation as fans eagerly awaited the clash of titans in the ring. Kazuchika Okada, a formidable force in the wrestling world, stepped into the spotlight, his eyes fixed on the AEW Continental Championship held high above the ring. Opposite him stood Pac, a fierce competitor known for his agility and tenacity. The match erupted into a whirlwind of action as Okada and Pac traded blows, each determined to emerge victorious....
Broken Matt Hardy Shocks the System at TNA Rebellion (ep.842)
April 21, 2024 05:05 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBTNA Rebellion 2024 delivered an electrifying night of wrestling action, showcasing the best talent in Total Nonstop Action Wrestling. In the highly anticipated clash for the TNA X Division Championship, Mustafa Ali successfully retained his title against a determined Jake Something, solidifying his reign as champion. Meanwhile, Rich Swann, with the assistance of A. J. Francis, triumphed over Joe Hendry in a hard-fought battle, further cementing his status as a force to be reckoned with in the...
WWEs New Era and The Smug of Their Social Media Followers (ep.841)
April 18, 2024 05:17 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBKOP talks about wrestling commentary on social media and how smug social media Followers can be praising WWE while bashing AEW and neglecting all other wrestling promotions. **The Dynamic World of Pro Wrestling Commentary on Social Media: A Tale of Smug WWE Supporters and Critical Voices Against AEW** Pro wrestling has always been more than just a sport; it's a cultural phenomenon that thrives on spectacle, drama, and larger-than-life characters. And in today's digital age, the world of wres...
CM Punk Caught on Tape or the AEW Affect on WrestleMania (ep.840)
April 11, 2024 04:39 - 1 hour - 57.4 MBFrom WrestlingNews.co: The ALL IN footage aired tonight on AEW Dynamite. During the first half hour, they showed a countdown clock to remind fans to stick with the show. The segment aired just after 8:40 pm Eastern. The segment began with The Young Bucks sitting backstage. They mentioned that they would be facing FTR at Dynasty at the Tag Team Title tournament finals. Nick Jackson said ALL IN was the biggest show and match they have ever been part of. Matt said before the match there was an i...
Cody Completes Dusty's Championship Dream | Wrestlemania XL Night 2 (ep.839)
April 08, 2024 03:55 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBDrew McIntyre defeated Seth "Freakin" Rollins (c) for the World Heavyweight Championship but then Damian Priest defeated Drew McIntyre (c) for the World Heavyweight Championship with his Money in the Bank cash-in. The Pride (Bobby Lashley, Angelo Dawkins, and Montez Ford) (with B-Fab) defeated The Final Testament (Karrion Kross, Akam, and Rezar) (with Scarlett and Paul Ellering)in a Six-man Tag Team Philadelphia Street Fight with Bubba Ray Dudley as the special guest referee. LA Knight defea...
Sami Shocks Gunther; Cody's Bloodline Consequences | WrestleMania XL Night 1 (ep.838)
April 07, 2024 04:16 - 34 minutes - 32 MBRhea Ripley (c) defeated Becky Lynch for the Women's World Championship A-Town Down Under (Austin Theory and Grayson Waller) and The Awesome Truth (The Miz and R-Truth) defeated The Judgment Day (Finn Bálor and Damian Priest) (c), #DIY (Johnny Gargano and Tommaso Ciampa), The New Day (Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods), and New Catch Republic (Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate) in a Six-Pack Tag Team Ladder match for the Undisputed WWE Tag Team Championship Both sets of titles had to be retrieved fo...
WrestleMania 40 Press Tour Fingerpointing and Punching Down (ep.837)
April 04, 2024 04:19 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBThe WrestleMania press tour plagued with Finger pointing and Punching Down as CM Punk, Becky Lynch and Ronda Rousey took to interviews that diminish some of the momentum of WWE WrestleMania 40 this weekend. We also discuss a report that came out regarding Janel Grant’s claim that she was coerced into sending a "love letter" to Vince McMahon, a man against whom she filed a lawsuit. As the anticipation for WWE WrestleMania 40 reaches a fever pitch, fans eagerly await two unforgettable nights...
Why WrestleMania Season Withdrawal Will Be Severe for WWE Fanatics (ep.836)
March 28, 2024 03:56 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MBRoman Reigns, The Rock, Logan Paul will probably seeing time off camera in the offseason. What does WWE have that will fill the void. Can upcoming stars like Bron Breaker, Tiffany Stratton and Jade Cargill find themselves inching closer to the main event? Will feuds from CM Punk with Drew McIntyre or Seth Rollins or AJ Styles vs. LA Knight keep WWE fanatics satiated at the level of WrestleMania. WWE WrestleMania XL is set to ignite Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on Ap...
WWE Should Forget Free Agency Fail, Focus on Future Stars After WrestleMania (ep.835)
March 21, 2024 04:26 - 1 hour - 55 MBAccording to the New York Post, AEW has won pro wrestling free agency and WWE shouldn't take that lightly. In 2023, Tony Khan added notable talent to AEW's roster, including Kota Ibushi, Adam Copeland, and Billie Starkz. AEW is also paying former NJPW star Kazuchika Okada a salary that would rank him among WWE's highest-paid stars and the same goes apparen tly for Mercedes Mone. WWE recruits athletes from around the world with wide-ranging backgrounds, including the NFL, Mixed Martial Arts, ...
WWE and their WrestleMania Glass Ceiling (ep.834)
March 14, 2024 05:10 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBIn the heart of the wrestling world, WrestleMania stands as the pinnacle of sports entertainment, where dreams are realized, legacies are cemented, and champions are born. But a formidable obstacle loomed over the grandest stage of them all – the WrestleMania Glass Ceiling. In the early years of the 2010s, the likes of John Cena, Triple H, and The Undertaker reigned supreme, their stranglehold on the main event scene seemingly unbreakable. But beneath the surface, a new generation of talent w...
Why The Bloodline Blows Away Every Other WWE Storyline (ep.833)
March 07, 2024 06:07 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBKOP analyzes the recent promos from The Bloodline (The Rock and Roman Reigns) versus their babyface counterparts. The Rock returns to SmackDown as The Bloodline answer Cody Rhodes' challenge by offering a counter-challenge for a tag team match to main event WrestleMania Saturday. After Roman Reigns requests The Rock to acknowledge him, The Great One acknowledges Reigns as his Tribal Chief. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpo...
Standout Matches and Stings Swan Song at AEW Revolution (ep.832)
March 04, 2024 06:14 - 20 minutes - 18.4 MBAEW Revolution showcased the culminating match in Sting's illustrious four-decade career, returning to the iconic Greensboro Coliseum where he once faced Ric Flair at Clash of the Champions I in March 1988. This earlier bout played a pivotal role in establishing Sting as a top-tier wrestler in the industry. The event featured a total of eleven matches, including a pair on the "Zero Hour" pre-show. The headline match marked Sting's retirement, teaming up with Darby Allin to triumph over The Yo...
Stings Last Ride and a Championship Swerve: AEW Revolution 2024 Preview (ep.831)
February 29, 2024 05:25 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBAEW Revolution 2024 will feature Sting's final match. Sting's farewell bout is set to headline AEW's inaugural PPV of 2024, generating heightened anticipation after months of strategic promotion. Following their triumph over Powerhouse Hobbs and Konosuke Takeshita on the Jan. 10 Dynamite episode, Sting and Darby Allin faced an unexpected challenge from the Young Bucks on the stage. In a subsequent Dynamite interview, the Jacksons hinted at the impending showdown by acknowledging Sting as the ...
WWE Elimination Chamber Chooses Vince Approved Contenders (ep.830)
February 25, 2024 06:27 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBRegardless of the prospects that triple h has trotted out to appease the fanatics. The likes of Tiffany Stratton and LA Knight are not going to be pushed ahead of main roster mainstays like Drew McIntyre and Becky Lynch. In the men's Elimination Chamber match, Drew McIntyre emerged victorious, securing a coveted opportunity to challenge for Raw's World Heavyweight Championship at WrestleMania XL. Meanwhile, in the opening clash of the night, the women's Elimination Chamber match witnessed Be...
WWE Fans More Ecstatic over Production Changes than Elimination Chamber (ep.829)
February 22, 2024 05:37 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBAs of February 2024, WWE has implemented significant production alterations to enhance the viewing experience of WWE Raw. These modifications encompass a range of elements, including the introduction of new camera angles, integration of technological advancements, alterations to the show's format, a heightened emphasis on variety, a reduction in the utilization of red lighting, improved illumination of the crowd, a departure from incessant camera cuts, the incorporation of a long drone shot, ...
Cody Crybabies and Bound By Blood Create Brilliant Next Bloodline Story (ep.828)
February 15, 2024 05:33 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBFrom WrestlingNews.co: The Rock continues to turn up the heat on his heel run in WWE following last week’s WrestleMania 40 press conference. Last week's Wrestlemania 40 Press Event in Las Vegas was where Cody Rhodes announced he would challenge Roman Reigns for the Undisputed WWE Universal Title at WrestleMania 40, a change from expectation as it was widely believed WWE would announce The Rock vs. Reigns at the event instead. On the flip side, Rhodes had been expected to challenge World Heavy...
Suckers for A Swerve or Scott D'Amore Gets Sacked (ep. 827)
February 08, 2024 06:19 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBESPN reports: Every indication is that Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson will return for his first legitimate match since 2013 against Undisputed WWE Universal champion Roman Reigns in the main event of the two-night WrestleMania 40 on either April 6 or 7 in Philadelphia. Johnson is as recognizable worldwide as anyone else on Earth. Reigns has been the face of WWE during this era, is in the middle of a record-setting title run, and, by the way, happens to consider himself to be Johnson's cousin -- ev...
WWE Main Event Rumbles While Midcard Fumbles (ep.826)
February 01, 2024 06:10 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBComing out of the Royal Rumble I see all the main eventers confront each other from Drew McIntyre to CM Punk to Cody Rhodes to Seth Rollins and they make for a very compelling main event picture leading the Wrestlemania without Roman Reigns. But, no matter what you want to say, Roman Reigns is still the end all be all and is the title holder that matters in that main event for the men's division. No matter how Seth Rollins tries to spin it (although I respect how well he is done trying to bu...
Cody Rhodes Repeats at Royal Rumble and Roman-Bound for WrestleMania (ep.825)
January 28, 2024 06:35 - 47 minutes - 43.9 MBCody Rhodes Repeats at Royal Rumble and appears to be Roman-Bound to finish his story. Meanwhile the Rumble Matches Reveals Light Main Event Depth and an Alarming Midcard on the main roster. Forbes recaps: "Cody Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, upsetting favorite CM Punk and punching his ticket to WrestleMania 40, where he will hopefully finish his story. Following Rhodes’ win, Rhodes pointed—emphatically—at Roman Reigns, indicating that 2024 will indeed be the year that he dethrones ...
Wall Street Journal's Cancel Culture Infatuation with Vince McMahon (ep.824)
January 26, 2024 05:11 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBWall Street Journal reports that a former WWE employee has filed a lawsuit against the founder, Vince McMahon, accusing him of sexual abuse and trafficking during his tenure as CEO. The legal action, initiated in a federal court in Connecticut, provides a detailed account of the plaintiff, identified as Grant, and her alleged experiences with McMahon. According to the lawsuit, on June 15, 2021, McMahon and another high-ranking WWE executive reportedly confined Grant in an office at the compan...
WWE Nudges Netflix for Monday Night Raw Move to Streaming (ep.823)
January 25, 2024 05:19 - 53 minutes - 49.4 MBStarting in January 2025, Netflix will be the exclusive home of WWE's Raw in the US, Canada, UK, and Latin America. This is part of a 10-year agreement between Netflix and WWE, which is worth over $5 billion. In addition to Raw, Netflix will air SmackDown and NXT in every market, as well as all of WWE's major showcases, including WrestleMania and SummerSlam. WWE also announced that its documentaries, original series, and upcoming projects will be available on Netflix internationally starting ...
WWE Doesn't Do Enough With Their Royal Rumble Booking (ep.822)
January 18, 2024 05:11 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBWWE Doesn't Do Enough With Their Royal Rumble Booking to build midcard feuds and elevate younger stars in this rare spotlight. Men's Royal Rumble: 2023: The winner was Cody Rhodes. After winning, Rhodes went on to challenge the WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania, where he lost Roman Reigns in a highly anticipated match. 2022: Brock Lesnar emerged victorious. Lesnar's victory set up a championship match at WrestleMania, where he faced and defeated the reigning WWE Champion, solidifying hi...
TNAs Second Chapter Begins at Hard To Kill (ep.821)
January 14, 2024 05:21 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBAt TNA's Hard to Kill event in Las Vegas, Gisele Shaw emerged victorious in a Knockouts Ultimate X match, defeating Alisha Edwards, Dani Luna, Jody Threat, Tasha Steelz, and Xia Brookside. This win secured her position as the #1 contender for the TNA Knockouts World Championship. PCO faced Dirty Dango, accompanied by Alpha Bravo and Oleg Prudius, and secured a victory by disqualification. Following that, PCO teamed up with Rhino and Jake Something to defeat Dirty Dango, Alpha Bravo, and Oleg ...
The Social Media Schoolyard For Wrestling Fanatics (ep.820)
January 11, 2024 05:22 - 53 minutes - 48.9 MBKOP goes into how social media is bad for professional wrestling fans and the delusion over their tribalism of WWE or AEW. Social media has undoubtedly transformed the way fans engage with professional wrestling, providing a platform for enthusiasts to express their opinions, connect with like-minded individuals, and participate in discussions about their favorite promotions. However, this digital landscape has also given rise to a toxic underbelly of tribalism, particularly within the fan b...
The Rock Challenges Roman Reigns to Ramp Up Bruised Box Office Status (ep.819)
January 04, 2024 05:29 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBDwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Roman Reigns are two of the biggest names in professional wrestling history. Their potential match at WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia would undoubtedly be a major draw for fans worldwide. Here's how such a matchup could be viewed as a strategy to bolster The Rock's box office status: 1. **Legacy Match**: The Rock vs. Roman Reigns is not just a regular match; it's a generational clash. The Rock, a legend from the Attitude Era, facing off against Roman Reigns, a do...
AEW Worlds End Sees Adam Cole Complete His Revenge (ep.818)
December 31, 2023 06:26 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBSamoa Joe vs MJF: Samoa Joe defeats MJF by technical submission to win the AEW World Championship. Joe's victory ends MJF's 406 day title reign. Eddie Kingston vs Jon Moxley: Eddie Kingston defeats Jon Moxley to win the Continental Classic. Miro vs Andrade El Idolo: Miro defeats Andrade El Idolo in what would be Andrade's final AEW match. Adam Copeland: Adam Copeland wins and loses TNT Title, and performs a flaming table spot. Killswitch: Killswitch (formerly Luchasaurus) wins the Battle Roya...
The Iron Claw, the Von Erichs and What Wrestling Needs in 2024 (ep.817)
December 28, 2023 05:45 - 57 minutes - 52.8 MB"The Iron Claw" is a movie that explores the tragic story of the Von Erich family, a famous wrestling family. The film aims to showcase wrestling as more than just a fake spectacle by highlighting the skill, artistry, and physical toll involved in the sport. The Von Erich family, consisting of Fritz Von Erich and his sons Kevin, David, Kerry, and Mike, achieved great success in wrestling but also faced immense tragedy, with four of the five siblings dying between 1984 and 1993, three by sui...
WWE's Not Ready for Championship Contenders (11th Anniversary)
December 21, 2023 05:39 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBThe WWE's cast of not ready for championship contenders is a topic that has been generating a lot of discussion among wrestling fans. One of the key figures in this conversation is Roman Reigns, who is currently one of the biggest stars in the WWE. However, according to Sports Illustrated's Justin Barrasso, there are currently no plans for Reigns to face The Rock at WrestleMania 40 next April. This news has disappointed many fans who were hoping to see these two icons collide in the ring. The...
Who's Buying into CM Punk 2.0 as WWE Panders to Feigned Fanatic Frenzy (ep.815)
December 14, 2023 06:14 - 51 minutes - 81.8 MBSo far CM Punk has Made up with HHH, entered the Royal Rumble 2024, given talent feedback backstage in NXT (via @Fightful), sold merch in 'six figure sum' on his return and has broken WWE social media engagement record. Add Seth Rollins channeling his inner Hangman Page and some other booking similarites to another wrestling company being pointed out, KOP evaluates the CM Punk run so far. Response is divided: But apparently a year ago the guy wasn't a needle mover 🤔He gets eyes on screens...
Peak Bloodline and The HHH NXT Takeover-Wrestling Year in Review 2023 Part 1 (ep.814)
December 07, 2023 05:32 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBTriple H behind the scenes is underwhelmed by a host of underperforming talent at the start of the year. Vince McMahon Comes Back to Sell WWE and Not Bury the Creative? I can hear Triple H telling Vince. I'll show you Vince NXT 2019 is going to do great in the Royal Rumble. Montreal Stands Strong Behind Sami Zayn as Roman Reigns Retains The AEW Revolution Needs to Reinvigorate and Revitalize Their Fanbase WrestleMania Goes Hollywood With Winning Old School Storytelling Sami Zayn and ...
CM Punk: WWEs Christmas Gift For Fanatics Comes With Consequences (ep.813)
November 30, 2023 05:22 - 58 minutes - 93.2 MBThe much-anticipated return of CM Punk to the WWE at Survivor Series marked the dawn of a new era, or so the narrative goes. However, it's essential to peel back the layers and examine the less glamorous aspects of Punk's history and the questionable decisions made by the company's top brass. Punk's departure from WWE in 2014, coupled with the infamous termination papers received on his wedding day, left a bitter taste in the mouths of many fans. The orchestrator of this unfortunate clerical ...
CM Punk Returns at Survivor Series and Hell Freezes Over (ep.812)
November 26, 2023 05:31 - 30 minutes - 48.4 MBCM Punk, after a rollercoaster ride of an AEW run decides to return to WWE for the first time since the 2014 Royal Rumble. So, we are all going to gloss over jis Colt Cabana's Art of Wrestling podcast interview released in November 2014, Punk finally broke his silence regarding his exit from WWE. Punk said that he was suspended for two months after walking out on the company in January and that after the suspension ended, nobody from WWE contacted him. Punk also said company executives gave ...
WWE Superstars Throwing Shade on Non-WWE Wrestlers During Season of Thanks (ep.811)
November 23, 2023 05:23 - 48 minutes - 78.4 MBJey Uso spoke with the Ringer and gave some apparent shade to wrestlers outside of WWE saying "If you all want these dream matches, you all going to have to bring your ass to WWE, dog, to the top tier. You all going to have to come. Where we at ain’t dropping down" WWE superstars have become synonymous not just with body slams and suplexes but also with an insatiable appetite for ego-stroking and shade-throwing. It seems that the art of boasting has become a main event in itself, with WWE wre...
MJF's World Title Reign Goes Full Circle at AEW Full Gear (ep.810)
November 19, 2023 07:06 - 19 minutes - 18 MBIn the main event, MJF defeated Jay White to retain the AEW World Championship. In other prominent matches, The Golden Jets (Chris Jericho and Kenny Omega) defeated The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson), Swerve Strickland defeated "Hangman" Adam Page in a Texas Death match and in the opening bout, Sting, Darby Allin, and Adam Copeland defeated The Patriarchy (Christian Cage, Luchasaurus, and Nick Wayne) in a Six-man tag team match. The event was also notable for Will Ospreay officia...
WWE and AEW and Their Troubling Viewer Tumbling TV Product (ep.809)
November 16, 2023 06:05 - 59 minutes - 95.1 MBProfessional wrestling has undergone a significant transformation with WWE and AEW struggling to retain let alone grow with new viewers. However, a closer examination reveals a troubling trend in both organizations' television products, leading to a decline in viewer engagement and satisfaction. WWE: The Erosion of Creativity WWE, once the undisputed leader in sports entertainment, is grappling with a noticeable decline in its television product. One of the primary issues is the erosion of cr...
How WWE and AEW Are Both Struggling with Storytelling (ep.808)
November 09, 2023 06:25 - 1 hour - 116 MBIn the world of professional wrestling, storytelling is the lifeblood that pumps through the veins of the industry. It's the art of weaving compelling narratives that capture the audience's imagination, making them emotionally invest in the characters and conflicts within the squared circle. While both WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) and AEW (All Elite Wrestling) boast impressive rosters and production values, they find themselves grappling with the challenge of storytelling, each facing ...
Logan Paul Elevated and LA Knight Left Behind. A WWE Crown Jewel Recap (ep.807)
November 05, 2023 03:37 - 28 minutes - 46.4 MBLogan Paul wins the United States Championship in what would have been unexpected given his limited schedule but with Survivor Series a few weeks away it couldn't hurt for him to get a title run with a secondary belt. LA Knight goes home empty handed and Roman Reigns will remain champion until the Royal Rumble. Did LA Knight really get anything out of the loss or will he be left behind in the midcard once again. Seth Rollins, Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY all retain while Solo Sikoa takes a big st...
No New Champions Will Be Crowned at Crown Jewel (ep.806)
November 02, 2023 05:14 - 44 minutes - 70.7 MBWWE Crown Jewel comes to you this Saturday from Saudi Arabia! The stakes are high, the rivalries intense, and the excitement palpable. With a star-studded lineup, this event promises to be a jaw-dropping spectacle for wrestling fans around the world. Here's a sneak peek at the marquee matchups: WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins (c) vs. Drew McIntyre Seth Rollins puts his coveted WWE World Heavyweight Championship on the line against the Scottish powerhouse, Drew McIntyre. Rolli...