Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast
774 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 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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WIR 08.18.16: WWE SummerSlam 2016 Preview : Dean Ambrose Effort Examined
August 18, 2016 05:06 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBKOP gives his WWE SummerSlam 2016 Preview plus we preview and predict NXT Takeover: Brooklyn 2 this weekend. Dean Ambrose's Effort as WWE Champion is examined by the fan podcasts and KOP finds validity in the claims made by Stone Cold Steve Austin directly, and in broader terms by John Cena. KOP also previews and predicts Ring of Honor's Death Before Dishonor XIV PPV, that features way too many New Japan Wrestlers. KOP explains why this is hurting the growth of the company. Subscribe to ...
WIR 08.11.16: WWE Brand Split Changes Only Cosmetic...Not Creative
August 11, 2016 04:18 - 1 hour - 39.8 MBWWE Brand Split Changes are so far only Cosmetic. Nothing on the creative end has yet to change and ratings have started to drop and rosters are exposed. KOP breaks down how though the changes do not affect Summerslam, but the changes will hurt after the event. He also explains how lazy the creative has been citing the weak Finn Balor demon history, Anderson/Gallows ringpostitis and the lame Rusev/Reigns wedding celebration. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher and ...
WIR 08.03.16: WWE Summerslam Card with Brand Split, Fresh Not Creative
August 04, 2016 04:02 - 1 hour - 38.6 MBWWE Summerslam Card with Brand Split is Fresh , but it has not made a dent on the creative problems. KOP looks at the ratings and storylines made leading up to the biggest event of the summer. KOP also speaks with Chris Jay, the co-writer and co-producer of the full-length feature film, "The Bet", which features Diamond Dallas Page, Jake "The Snake" Roberts and the late Rowdy Roddy Piper. KOP asks Chris how he put the movie together, how the hall of fame wrestlers connected with Chris and ...
WIR 07.28.16: Raw Retro and Viral; SmackDown Stacked with Settled WWE Superstars
July 28, 2016 03:42 - 1 hour - 35.4 MBRaw has gone Retro in Look and Viral. SmackDown Gets Stacked with Settled Superstars. KOP gives WWE credit on their short term ratings solution. KOP discusses how stacking the Smackdown roster is made to raise the Tuesday night ratings, but that does not solve the long term problem they have in front of them creatively. Plus, we chat Bound For Glory Playoffs, Ultima Lucha Dos, and Ring of Honor and the wrong direction they are taking. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes, ...
WIR 07.25.16 : WWE Battleground 2016 Recap: Detecting Draft Direction
July 25, 2016 05:55 - 55 minutes - 25.3 MBWWE Battleground 2016 Recap and although the card was good, KOP and XB1C start Detecting Draft Direction and how RAW and SmackDown will pan out. We praise the Sami Zayn / Kevin Owens feud that has been so fun to watch regardless of the lack buildup WWE Creative has offered them since NXT. Plus, which guys need to get main event pushes now that the brand split is in place. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play. Please support the Wrestling is Real Pod...
WIR 07.21.16: WWE Draft: Why Nothing Has Really Changed
July 21, 2016 02:42 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBWWE Draft has happened and KOP explains why nothing has really changed and explains to XB1Chuck why wishful thinking is not the answer. KOP explains how the WWE Draft exposes the lack of star power on the roster. What good is it to call up more NXT originals. Plus, how there are no changes to the look or feel of the product, meanwhile he tries to give the benefit of the doubt when most kids never saw the brand split. We also preview and predict the WWE Battleground PPV and analyze the Costc...
WIR 07.13.16: WWE Draft Plans, Responds To Final Deletion
July 13, 2016 04:12 - 1 hour - 31.9 MBWWE Draft is next week, and KOP explains the inevitable end-goal they must accomplish, plus they respond to TNA's Final Deletion. KOP compares how WWE chose to create their own version which was eerily similar to TNA's The Final Deletion. He also discusses how if WWE is going full speed ahead with the brand split and the WWE Draft, they must be able to accomplish one important goal if they accomplish everything. We also preview what WWE has done to build WWE's Battleground, including the i...
WIR 07.06.16: #TheFinalDeletion and a July 4th Food Fight Fail
July 06, 2016 04:06 - 1 hour - 33.6 MBKOP gives real time commentary on #TheFinalDeletion between Brother Nero Jeff Hardy and Broken Matt Hardy. We also crap on the July 4th Food Fight Fail on RAW, praise AJ Styles and the Club on their #BeatUpJohnCena (and Enzo and Big Cass in general)promo and succumb to the idea that Roman Reigns must turn heel. We also comment on the trivial storyline with the New Day and The Wyatt Family. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play. Please support the Wre...
WIR 06.29.16: Blame WWE Brand Split on USA Network
June 29, 2016 04:44 - 1 hour - 34.1 MBBlame WWE Brand Split on USA Network as KOP discusses what WWE is forced to deal with as Smackdown is set to premiere Tuesdays LIVE starting with the WWE Draft. KOP compares this to what WCW was dealt with by TBS and TNT, and how the creative of the Attitude Era could withstand the creative need. Plus, why USA Network is making this move now given the unstable cable atmosphere, and what this could mean for WWE next round of negotiations with USA Network if they can't deliver. Plus, CM Punk sp...
WIR 06.22.16: Roman Reigns Breaks Wellness Rules; Shield Spotlight at Summerslam
June 22, 2016 03:15 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MBRoman Reigns Breaks Wellness Rules as he commits his first violation of the WWE Wellness Policy and is suspended for 30 days. Plus the Shield members get the Main Event Spotlight at Battleground (and then most likely at Summerslam) as the World Heavyweight Title will be defended by new champion Dean Ambrose versus former champions Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns in a triple threat match. We also question the creative process and how the upcoming WWE Draft (scheduled for the first LIVE Smackdown...
WIR 06.20.16 : WWE Money in the Bank 2016 Recap: Dean Ambrose All In Twice
June 20, 2016 05:09 - 31 minutes - 14.4 MBIts our WWE Money in the Bank 2016 Recap and Dean Ambrose Goes All In Twice by capturing the MITB briefcast and cashing in to win the WWE World Heavyweight Title. So does the cash in and title victory set up the Shield together in triple threat title matches heading into SummerSlam? KOP also question the status of the Tag Team division following the New Day retaining their gold. Plus, how does the brand split play into the booking of MITB. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTune...
WIR 06.15.16: Money In The Bank 2016 Preview: Creative Briefcase Empty
June 15, 2016 03:35 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBMoney In The Bank 2016 Preview and Predictions time and KOP feels like the WWE Creative Briefcase is Empty. Storylines get a beginning and end and nothing in the middle. KOP and XB1C preview the upcoming WWE Network event, trying to make sense of directions like including Ambrose into the Reigns/Rollins feud so late, and the rushing of the Tag Title and Women's Title feuds. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play. Please support the Wrestling is Real P...
WIR 06.13.16: TNA Slammiversary 2016 :Titles Change, Roster Needs It
June 13, 2016 05:55 - 1 hour - 29.9 MBTNA Slammiversary 2016 shows 3 Titles Change, while TNA seriously needs a change in the midcard. KOP also recaps NXT Takeover: The End of the Beginning. TNA crowns new champs in Sienna, Eddie Edwards and Lashley, and the company has some reasons to feel good with developing bigger stars out of Ethan Carter III, Drew Galloway and Michael Bennett, but they lack any stars with real drawing power. Doesn't mean to resurrect free agents, but more finding diamonds in the rough with better potentia...
WIR 06.08.16: Brock Lesnar Back in UFC ; TNA Slammiversary & NXT Takeover Preview
June 08, 2016 03:27 - 1 hour - 37.1 MBBrock Lesnar Back in UFC one more time. KOP and XB1Chuck talk about how he comes back to redeem his legacy in the Octagon. Plus, we preview TNA Slammiversary & NXT Takeover: The End. We also comment about the deaths of Muhammad Ali and Kimbo Slice, and KOP praises the beauty of Dana Brooke. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon shopping through our website, AmazonisReal.com. Check out...
WIR 06.01.16: Why The WWE Brand Split is Bullsh*t
June 01, 2016 04:33 - 1 hour - 50.4 MBKOP explains Why WWE Brand Split is Bullsh*t and how it is a preventive measure to renew their USA Network deal in 2 years. KOP is joined by XB1Chuck on how Smackdown's imminent move to live on Tuesdays along with the return of the WWE Brand Extension is completely unnecessary. They also discuss: Why WWE should've followed what NXT is doing right instead of make this drastic move. If WWE is going ahead with the brand split, why no new titles are needed. Why Smackdown should be used as a l...
WIR 05.25.16: Seth Rollins Returns and Retains Top Heel Spot
May 25, 2016 04:18 - 52 minutes - 23.9 MBSeth Rollins returns and retains his top heel Spot on RAW Monday night, plus Shane McMahon shares why he returned while Cody Rhodes and Eden Stiles ask for their release. Plus, KOP looks at how AJ Styles and the breakup of the Club puts his spot in limbo, while Charlotte solidifies her spot as Women's Champion. Also, ROH Showcases Bullet Club, TNA secures a future after Slammiversary and Lucha Underground awards another Gift of the Gods in our 5-minute recap. Subscribe to the Wrestling is R...
WIR 05.23.16: WWE Extreme Rules 2016: Reigns Retains, Rusev Reclaims, Rollins Returns.
May 23, 2016 06:15 - 41 minutes - 19 MBWWE Extreme Rules 2016 saw Roman Reigns retain his World Heavyweight Title, Rusev reclaim his United State Title and the triumphant return of Seth Rollins. Plus, we praise the incredible Intercontinental Title match, break down the flaws of the Asylum match and its counterpart, TNAs Lethal Lockdown match and analyze the inclusion of Dana Brooke into the WWE Womens Title storyline. We also talk about Cody Rhodes who asked for his release over the weekend and ready why he's leaving. Subscrib...
WIR 05.18.16: WWE Extreme Rules 2016 Preview and Predictions
May 18, 2016 03:44 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBIts our WWE Extreme Rules 2016 Preview where KOP and XBoxOneChuck try to make sense of of how to care about the matches with the lack of story lines. We look forward to an Asylum match that resembles too much like a TNA Lethal Lockdown match....because IT IS a Lethal Lockdown match! Also, why WWE needs to concern themselves about building better stories around better developed mid-sized superstars instead of talking about using cheap props like Lite Brite jackets, potted plants and the New ...
WIR 05.11.16: WWE Superstars Released: Majority of Main Roster Mishandled
May 11, 2016 03:44 - 2 hours - 57.6 MBGiven the 8 WWE Superstars Released this week, KOP talks with XBoxOneChuck about why the majority of the main roster is being mishandled. KOP takes an analogy based of the recent Captain America flick, along with the genre-based comic book movies from DC and Marvel, He explains how WWE needs to make much bigger than life characters in order to make the mid-sized wrestlers that make up the majority of the WWE main roster stand out. He references a recent blog post to make the point. KOP also r...
WIR 05.04.16: Ryback Talks Raw and Uncensored; Steph vs. Shane
May 04, 2016 04:31 - 1 hour - 37.7 MBRyback Talks Raw and Uncensored as reports come in that Ryback sounded off on WWE, as he calls for company to pay wrestlers equally via his Tumblr page. Plus, its Steph vs. Shane in a sibling rivalry for the rule over Raw. Rusev gets a US Title shot and a redeeming title push to hopefully restore this gimmick. Colin Cassady is being groomed as the next Kevin Nash no doubt. Also, KOP presents more WWE talk for listeners and institutes a 5 minute recap for all other wrestling shows which inc...
WIR 05.02.16: WWE Payback 2016 Recap. More Like No Payoffs.
May 02, 2016 05:43 - 54 minutes - 24.9 MBWWE Payback 2016 Recap. More Like No Payoffs. Not title changes albeit the matches were good overall. KOP and XBoxOne Chuck review. Enzo Amore gets seriously injured. Charlotte not only rehash their NXT feud but their match re-creates the Montreal Screwjob. Plus, AJ Styles is given a strong match against Roman Reigns, but did anyone in their right mind think he was going to be world champion? Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is R...
WIR 04.27.16: WWE Payback 2016 Preview and Predictions
April 27, 2016 05:31 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBWWE Payback 2016 Preview and Predictions as KOP looks into the wins and losses of AJ Styles and if WWE would seriously consider crowning the TNA original as their new world champion. AJ Styles has ramped up wins to build up for the title shot since he won the number 1 contenders fatal four-way match earlier this month. Though he lost several times to Owens and Jericho pre WrestleMania, he's since been made #1 contender. With wins over Sheamus, Zayn, Del Rio, Owens, Ryback and Miz on TV and h...
WIR 04.20.16: WWE Payback 2016 Creative Repetitive, Lazy and Pathetic
April 20, 2016 04:18 - 1 hour - 30.7 MBWWE Payback Creative is Repetitive, Lazy and Pathetic, but that doesn't meant that the booking is all that bad. KOP looks into the lazy booking of their post-WrestleMania event. We also look at TNAs positive on camera booking of three singles feuds (Galloway/ Lashley, EC3/ Bennett, Hardy vs. Hardy) and negative off-camera troubles. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon shopping through our websit...
WIR 04.13.16: WWE Creative! What WWE Creative?! WWE OffSeason is Here
April 13, 2016 04:14 - 1 hour - 41.1 MBWWE Creative! What WWE Creative?! KOP discusses the usage of the recent NXT call-ups and how little storyline help they are getting besides what they got before they left NXT. We also talk about the free agents picked up from New Japan Pro Wrestling. Does anyone think that AJ Styles has the chance to win the world title, or does he have a better chance of being relegated to mid-card mediocrity. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is...
WIR 04.06.16: RAW After WrestleMania = IWC Reconciliation Night
April 06, 2016 04:55 - 59 minutes - 27.3 MBRAW After WrestleMania is referred to by KOP as IWC Reconciliation Night as WWE tried to make peace with IWC for pushing their agenda at Wrestlemania. Apollo Crews, Baron Corbin and the team of Enzo Amore and Colin Cassady have been called up and made their debuts Monday night. KOP discusses the call-ups and the smoke and mirrors made by giving AJ Styles a World Title Shot. Plus, Charlotte reinforces her argument that she deserved to be holding the Women's belt while Zach Ryder loses the Int...
WIR 04.04.16: WrestleMania 32 Gives IWC A WWE Reality Check
April 04, 2016 06:59 - 1 hour - 34.8 MBWrestleMania 32 Gives IWC A WWE Reality Check because of why Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose, Undertaker and Brock Lesnar were booked the way they did. KOP explains why if you listened to the Wrestling is Real podcast for any length of time you would be able to realize why WWE chose to book certain wrestlers the way they want to book them. WWE looks more into pushing guys the likes of Roman Reigns and Baron Corbin as opposed to the likes of Dean Ambrose and AJ Styles. KOP also describes how the s...
WIR 04.02.16 NXT Takeover Dallas Recap: Title Changes and World Class Worthy Wrestling
April 02, 2016 06:31 - 30 minutes - 14.2 MBNXT Takeover Dallas Recap as KOP reviews the Title Changes and World Class Worthy Wrestling of the days of the old Sportatorium in Dallas. American Alpha wins the tag titles, Asuka submits Bayley to win the Womens title and Sami Zayn and Shinsuke Nakamura deliver an incredible dream match. Plus, we notice several possible NXT-bound free agents in attendance. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon s...
WIR 03.30.16: WrestleMania 32 and NXT Takeover Dallas Preview
March 30, 2016 04:16 - 2 hours - 58.9 MBOur WrestleMania 32 and NXT Takeover Dallas Preview as KOP welcomes Jeremy G and XBoxOneChuck, to preview both events this weekend in Dallas. The updated WrestleMania 32 card includes: WWE World Heavyweight Title Match: Triple H vs. Roman Reigns Hell in the Cell Match – Undertaker’s Career On the Line: Undertaker vs. Shane McMahon Street Fight: Brock Lesnar vs. Dean Ambrose WWE Divas Title Match: Charlotte vs. Sasha Banks vs. Becky Lynch WWE Tag Team Title Match: New Day vs. The League...
WIR 03.23.16: WrestleMania 32 Borderline Build and Roman Reigns Outcome
March 23, 2016 03:08 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MBWrestleMania 32 Borderline Build as and Roman Reigns Ultimate Outcome as KOP explains how he feels like WWE is just mailing in storylines. Storylines doesn’t need to be good, each match just needs to have one. Plus, we look into what will be the ultimate outcome of how Roman Reigns will come out of WrestleMania, because of how he is jeered to the point where WWE will have no choice but to turn him heel in the WWE World Heavyweight Title match against Triple H. Plus, we look at the lacking bu...
WIR 03.16.16: WrestleMania 32: Main Event Matches Lack Momentum
March 16, 2016 03:08 - 55 minutes - 25.4 MBWrestleMania 32 is three weeks away and three of those main event matches lack momentum. KOP looks at what's missing and how NXT Alumni will carry the show. Plus, several Broadway matches this week on TV with a tremendous 2 out of 3 falls number one contender rubber match with Sami Zayn and Samoa Joe and a fun and entertaining 6-on-1 tag team gauntlet match in Ring of Honor. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doi...
WIR 03.13.16: WWE Roadblock Recap: Did Anything Really Happen!
March 13, 2016 05:57 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBWWE Roadblock Recap as no title changes are made, and no WresleMania storylines were progressed. In other words, nothing really happened but we did learn something! Dean Ambrose looks strong against Triple H, but was he convincing enough to be a formidable opponent to Brock Lesnar at WrestleMania. Lesnar gets Luke Harper instead of Bray Wyatt and the Divas and the NXT Tag division get some quality time. Finally, KOP explains why even more the WWE Off-Season proves to be better than WrestleMan...
WIR 03.09.16: WWE Roadblock Preview : Ambrose Running Interference For Reigns
March 09, 2016 04:23 - 1 hour - 30.8 MBWWE Roadblock Preview as Dean Ambrose is running interference for Roman Reigns as he takes the main event babyface role into a WWE World Title match versus Triple H. KOP analyzes how this show affects how WrestleMania will turn out, plus he tries to explain how WWE has been putting in their resources to rebuild their brand via their digital product and their social media presence based on his recent blog post. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support t...
WIR 03.02.16:WrestleMania Hype Hits a "Roadblock"
March 02, 2016 04:17 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBWrestleMania Hype Hits a "Roadblock" as WWE looks to cloud fans of the upcoming Roman Reigns matchup versus Triple H, by booking Dean Ambrose to challenge for the WWE World Heavyweight Title. KOP talks about the missing pieces of the other WrestleMania main event matchups. Plus, TNA might be up for sale, and Lucha Underground goes on demand on iTunes. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon shopping t...
WIR 02.27.16: ROH 14th Anniversary Recap: Luck Be Jay Lethal
February 27, 2016 06:30 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MBROH 14th Anniversary shows it lucky to be Jay Lethal as he retains the ROH World Championship in a high stakes three-way match. KOP recaps and reflects the growth and success of the Ring of Honor and have they found a good formula of delivering matches built off compelling storylines, plus we weigh if New Japan Pro Wrestling talent and their presence in Ring of Honor is taking away from the in-ring product. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support th...
WIR 02.24.16: Shane McMahon: Savior of WrestleMania? ROH 14th Anniversary Preview
February 24, 2016 06:53 - 2 hours - 60.6 MBShane McMahon... is he the Savior of WrestleMania? KOP and Jeremy G discuss why he would return to help his family by taking on the Undertaker and how long will he be staying around. Plus we weigh in on the defined Wrestlemania matchups with Triple H defending the WWE World Heavyweight Title against Roman Reigns, Dean Ambrose facing Brock Lesnar, Charlotte facing either Sasha Banks or Becky Lynch. Plus, we preview and predict the Ring of Honor 14th anniversary show this weekend. Also, Lucha...
WIR 02.22.16: WWE Fastlane = Wrestlemania 32 Disappointment
February 22, 2016 06:20 - 56 minutes - 25.8 MBWWE Fastlane turns out to be a Wrestlemania Disappointment as the previously predicted WWE World Heavyweight Title will have Triple H facing Roman Reigns. KOP and XBoxOneChuck review the show and although there were several good matches on the card, the IWC is still left with little to be excited about with Wrestlemania only 6 weeks away. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon shopping through our ...
WIR 02.17.16: WWE Fastlane Preview: All Time Low-WrestleMania Hype
February 17, 2016 03:21 - 1 hour - 37.3 MBWWE Fastlane Preview as King Of Podcasts determines whether WWE will stay the course to letting Roman Reigns advance to WrestleMania 32 to reclaim his world title against Triple H. Royal Rant deals with an All Time Low-WrestleMania Hype as IWC seems to be depressed given the early retirement of Daniel Bryan to injury and how more departing WWE Superstars are going away, plus recalling how many members of the roster are still out should lead to more interest of WWE following a solid but sub-pa...
WIR 02.10.16: Daniel Bryan Deserves Proper Praise
February 10, 2016 03:52 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBDaniel Bryan Deserves Proper Praise following his retirement from WWE because he accomplished so much more than just his career in WWE. Forgot ROH did we? KOP gives some due respect to his career as the "American Dragon" Bryan Danielson. Dean Ambrose eats another F5 as Brock Lesnar shows he’s a like the Bear in the movie The Revenant. Plus, more buildup for the Ring of Honor 14th Anniversary with Moose set to take on the reigning IWGP World Heavyweight Champ Kazuchika Okada and two divas matc...
WIR 02.03.16: Wrestlemania 32 Booking Crippled; Lucha Underground Returns
February 03, 2016 04:51 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBWrestlemania 32 Booking has been crippled, and KOP explains how the off-season booking of Kevin Owens and the Wyatt Family could have helped built some new formidable foes for the likes of the Undertaker and Brock Lesnar. Also, Lucha Underground rises once again for season 2, Impact Wrestling plays their Jeff Hardy get written out before UK Tour card and a #1 NXT Championship contender is in limbo. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling...
WIR 01.27.16: The Rock Raises Up RAW; AJ Styles Debut Delivers
January 27, 2016 04:57 - 1 hour - 38 MBThe Rock Raises the Roof off the AAA in Miami while raising the ratings for Monday Night RAW. Also, AJ Styles Debut Delivers but the IWC and its vocal fans with podcasts can't look past his TNA record. Also, Ring of Honor starts up its Top Prospect Tournament, and sets up its main event of Jay Lethal vs. Adam Cole vs. Kyle O'Reilly in a three-way match for the world title for their 14th Anniversary show. WWE sets up their own three way for the number one contendership for their world title. ...
WIR 01.25.16: WWE Royal Rumble 2016: Roman Empire Rumbled by King of Kings
January 25, 2016 06:25 - 45 minutes - 20.7 MBWWE Royal Rumble 2016 Post Show as Roman Reigns and the Roman Empire is Rumbled by the King of Kings, Triple H who becomes the New WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Triple H wins the title in a Royal Rumble match that started out Phenomenal as in the WWE debut of AJ Styles. Plus, Kevin Owens and Dean Ambrose battle in a wild Intercontinental Title match. Sasha Banks makes a statement on Charlotte and the Divas title picture. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. P...
WIR 01.20.16: WWE Royal Rumble 2016 Preview: Two Spears Bring Lesnar Down a Notch
January 20, 2016 05:08 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBIt's our WWE Royal Rumble 2016 Preview, and Brock Lesnar is brought down to the level of the rest of the roster in one segment. Chris Jericho's return has become a buzzkill, and he doesn’t have the mojo like he has had. In the Royal Rant, KOP discusses how the IWC and WWE Casual Fans need to face Wrestlemania 32 Reality by accepting that the day-to-day superstars must be relied on to carry the biggest event of the year. Plus, Womens #1 Contender Battle Royal, a ROH Philly Street Fight and o...
WIR 01.13.15: Brock Lesnar Bullied into Royal Rumble; Roman Reigns: One Versus All... Literally
January 13, 2016 03:19 - 1 hour - 29 MBBrock Lesnar Bullied into Royal Runble instead of Paul Heyman vocal intention of the Royal Rumble winner facing Brock at Wrestlemania 32. KOP discuss how this indicates that Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns will eventually face each other for the World Heavyweight title in Dallas, and why that's fine with him. Roman Reigns: One Versus All... Literally as the McMahons put him in a RAW main event similar to what he will face at the Royal Rumble when he defends the World Heavyweight Title. We also...
WIR 01.06.16: WWE Turning (To) Japanese (Talent); Roman Reigns Rumbled; TNA Miracles
January 06, 2016 05:29 - 2 hours - 62.3 MBWWE Turning (To) Japanese (Talent) as WWE raids NJPW following Wrestle Kingdom 10 (which we recap). How will the new acquisitions be used and will casual WWE fans take off their IWC blinders to give these guys a chance. Roman Reigns is Rumbled of his World Title as he made to put up the belt at the 2016 Royal Rumble; TNA Miracles Abound as Michael Bennett debuts with Maria Kanellis, BeerMoney reunites and EC3 reclaims the World Heavyweight Title. Sign up for Amazon Prime for a free 30-day tr...
WIR 12.30.15 Wrestling in 2015: WWE Bottoms Out; NXT and Lucha Underground Stand Out
December 30, 2015 06:24 - 3 hours - 89.1 MBWWE Bottoms Out with Falling Ratings, Roster Injuries but Recovers at the end of the year. NXT and Lucha Underground Stand Out along with Ring of Honor in their own ways, meanwhile TNA Survives For Another Year. KOP, Jeremy G and XBox1Chuck recap the year that was based on blog posts chronicling the year at KingofPodcasts.com. Sign up for Amazon Prime for a free 30-day trial through AmazonIsReal.com between now and January 10th. If 10 listeners successfully sign up, one of them will be ente...
WIR 12.26.15: WWE Offseason Review; Does NXT Have Room for Growth?
December 26, 2015 05:57 - 1 hour - 62.7 MBWWE Offseason Review as KOP reviews the post Wrestlemania season from the handling of Srth Rollins title run, to his injury to Roman Reigns winning the belt while his character was rehabilitated. Plus, KOP discusses how much or little does NXT have Room for Growth and how certain NXT superstars should stay with the brand as stars instead of being called up to muddle in the midcard. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast ...
WIR 12.19.15: ROH Final Battle 2015 Recap; NXT Takeover: London Review
December 19, 2015 07:18 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBROH Final Battle 2015 Recap as KOP reviews the card that saw Ring of Honor crown New Tag Team Champions in War Machine and saw Jay Lethal and Roderick Strong retain singles gold. Plus NXT Takeover: London features an old school style ECW crowd that decided to do a lot of singing for Bayley and a favorite New York tag team. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon shopping through our website, Amazonis...
WIR 12.16.15: Roman Reigns Push Redeemed as New WWE Title; ROH Final 2015 Preview
December 16, 2015 03:02 - 48 minutes - 22.2 MBRoman Reigns Push Redeemed as New WWE Title, plus Raw Ratings rise thanks to Vince McMahon; ROH Final 2015 Preview and Predictions plus TNA World Title Series plans change and some quick picks of NXT Takeover: London. Don’t forget to enter the KOP Christmas Contest for your chance to win an Amazon gift card from AmazonisReal.com at www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Know Your KOP. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast ...
WIR 12.14.15: WWE TLC 2015 Post Show : Triple H Victim of Roman Rage
December 14, 2015 05:24 - 38 minutes - 17.5 MBTriple H Victim of Roman Rage as Roman Reigns finally snaps and gains some fans while Sheamus retains WWE Heavyweight Title, Lunatic Fringe Goes Intercontinental as Owens drops the belt. Don't forget to enter the KOP Christmas Contest for your chance to win an Amazon gift card from AmazonisReal.com at www.kingofpodcasts.com and click on Know Your KOP. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon shopping...
WIR 12.09.15: WWE TLC Preview: Roman Reigns Takes Tater Tots Over Sufferin' Succotash
December 09, 2015 05:11 - 2 hours - 82.5 MBWWE TLC Preview: Roman Reigns Takes Tater Tots Over Sufferin' Succotash while continuing to beat Sheamus. New Day Theater Presents at in a Tree. Royal Rant explains how WWE has two years to right their main roster problems. Plus, Ring of Honor chat including KOPs visit to the Road to Final Battle Show in Fort Lauderdale. Subscribe to the Wrestling is Real Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher. Please support the Wrestling is Real Podcast by doing your Amazon shopping through our website, AmazonisRe...