Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast
772 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day 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
Finishing Hostile Feuds and a 70-Minute World Title Match to Sudden Death (ep.756)
March 06, 2023 07:08 - 30 minutes - 48.5 MBWrestlingNews.co reports AEW World Heavyweight Champion MJF retains over Bryan Danielson in a 60-minute iron man match (plus Sudden Death) headlined AEW Revolution. KOP runs down the card. AEW Revolution 2023 1-Chris Jericho vs. Ricky Starks-Ricky with another win on Jericho. Ricky looked strong and is getting groomed for all Atlantic or TNT title run. 2-No Holds Barred: Christian Cage vs. Jungle Boy Jack Perry-Faces are super over. Jungle boy finishes the feud. 3-AEW World Trios Championsh...
The AEW Revolution Needs to Reinvigorate and Revitalize Their Fanbase (ep.755)
March 02, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 76.9 MBMJF and Brian Danielsen in a 60-minute Ironman Match should give AEW fans a reason to be reinvigorated and revitalized in AEW in a pay-per-view that needs some serious momentum in the middle of a serious transtion of talent. AEW Dynamite Results for March 1, 2023 https://wrestlingnews.co/aew-news/aew-dynamite-results-for-march-1-2023 WWE to begin moving to their new corporate headquarters soon https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/wwe-to-begin-moving-to-their-new-corporate-headquarters-soon WWE...
WrestleMania 39 Storyboarding and Superhero Meets Soap Opera Storyline (ep.754)
February 23, 2023 06:05 - 32 minutes - 51.8 MBFrom the multi-tiered Bloodline story arc to the Edge vs Judgment Day program, WWE has some serious storytelling being done leading up to WrestleMania. KOP explains. WWE is teasing a major storyline twist for Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/wwe-is-teasing-a-major-storyline-twist-for-roman-reigns-and-paul-heyman WWE has no plans to turn the WrestleMania main event into a triple threat match https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/wwe-has-no-plans-to-turn-the-wrestlema...
Montreal Stands Strong Behind Sami Zayn as Roman Reigns Retains (ep.753)
February 19, 2023 05:54 - 12 minutes - 19.9 MBSami Zayn is given a hero's welcome in Montreal and puts on a valiant effort against Roman Reigns. Bloodline plunder furthers the storyline to the eventual world title and tag team title matches at WrestleMania. WWE Elimination Chanber 2023 Asuka defeats Liv Morgan vs. Nikki Cross vs. Raquel Rodriguez vs. Natalya vs. Carmella in an Elimination Chamber match for a WWE Raw Women's Championship match at WrestleMania 39 Bobby Lashley vs. Brock Lesnar goes to DQ Edge and Beth Phoenix defeat The J...
WWE Elimination Chamber Card Effectively Escalates WrestleMania Build (ep.752)
February 16, 2023 07:08 - 35 minutes - 57.3 MBThe WWE Elimination Chamber this Saturday effectively builds WrestleMania coming ahead in six weeks. We have good storylines with proper progression and WWE is hitting on all cylinders as best as they can right now. So, why the IWC still have to be negative and uptight. Austin Theory (c) vs. Seth "Freakin" Rollins vs. Johnny Gargano vs. Bronson Reed vs. Damian Priest vs. Montez Ford in an Elimination Chamber match for the WWE United States Championship Asuka vs. Liv Morgan vs. Nikki Cross v...
Promos by Former Promoters or the WWE Midcard Kumbaya Makeover? (ep.751)
February 09, 2023 08:40 - 40 minutes - 65.6 MBKOP highlights the start of the world undisputed heavyweight championship angle with Cody Rhodes and Paul Heyman. Plus the rhett conning of gimmicks in the midcard. Former WWE writer claims Triple H's real-life relationship with superstars is blinding him (Exclusive) https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/news-former-wwe-writer-claims-triple-h-s-real-life-relationship-superstars-blinding-exclusive? "That was personal wtf" - WWE Universe erupts after Jacy Jayne brutally kicks Gigi Dolin in the face h...
Cody Rhodes and Rhea Ripley Reveal Their Road to WrestleMania Gold (ep.750)
February 02, 2023 07:31 - 31 minutes - 49.9 MBSaturday's Royal Rumble winner revealed their respective WrestleMania 39 championship matches: Cody Rhodes vs. undisputed WWE universal champion Roman Reigns, and Rhea Ripley vs. SmackDown women's champion Charlotte Flair. WWE Raw (1/30/23) tops 2 million viewers, draws strong key demo rating for Royal Rumble fallout https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/wwe-raw-1-30-23-tops-2-million-viewers-draws-strong-key-demo-rating-for-royal-rumble-fallout Cody Rhodes talks about judgmental legends, his to...
Sami Breaks With the Bloodline and Cody Clinches Championship Shot (ep.749)
January 29, 2023 06:24 - 30 minutes - 48.8 MBI can hear Triple H telling Vince. I'll show you Vince NXT 2019 is going to do great the Royal Rumble. KOP reviews the card and lack of interest in the Triple H-shuffled midcard. McAfee returns to the desk and the Men's Rumble is first. Men's Royal Rumble is getting selected to go feuds and should show the improvement of the midcard. Gargano comes in at 5. No crowd reponse. Karrion Kross in at 7, no crowd response, Drew drops him at 9 Brock Lesnar at 12, wakes up the crowd. Gunther/ Lesnar...
Breaking Down The Road to WrestleMania 39 Through the 2023 Royal Rumble (ep.748)
January 26, 2023 06:12 - 59 minutes - 94.8 MBKOP breaks down The Blueprint of the Bloodline's possible demise, Bray Wyatt Deemed the Dead Man's Endorsement and the return of Cody Rhodes as part of the leadup to the 2023 Royal Rumble. Brock Lesnar was pitched as Steve Austin's WWE WrestleMania opponent, WrestleMania plans have changed https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/brock-lesnar-was-pitched-as-steve-austins-wwe-wrestlemania-opponent-wrestlemania-plans-have-changed Jey Uso saved Sami Zayn from getting kicked out of The Bloodline, WWE ...
The Death of Jay Briscoe and The Impression He Left on Today's Pro Wrestling (ep.747)
January 19, 2023 06:34 - 43 minutes - 69.3 MBFrom CBR: Ring of Honor (ROH) star Jay Briscoe, real name Jamin "Jay" Pugh, has died. He was 38 years old. Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter reports that Pugh was one of two people killed in a car accident in Laurel, Delaware. KOP looks at his importance to today's pro wrestling landscape. Jay Briscoe dies in car accident in Delaware https://www.f4wonline.com/news/ring-of-honor/jay-briscoe-dies-in-car-accident-in-delaware Delaware State Police issue statement on the car acci...
Mickie James Hard to Retire at Hard to Kill (ep.746)
January 14, 2023 05:59 - 18 minutes - 29.3 MBMickie James wins Knockouts title at Impact Wrestling's Hard to Kill, and she avoids forced retirement by defeating Jordynne Grace in the main event. Plus, KOP looks into the state of a very veteran roster. 1P-Kushida defeated Angels and Delirious and Mike Bailey and Mike Jackson and Yuya Uemura 2P-Trey Miguel (c) defeated Black Taurus for the Impact X Division Championship 1-Josh Alexander (c) defeated Bully Ray in a Full Metal Mayhem match for the Impact World Championship This is Bully...
You Really Thought Vince Was Selling WWE To the Saudis? (ep.745)
January 12, 2023 06:43 - 50 minutes - 80.2 MBThe IWC were taken hook, line and sinker to a widespread rumor that WWE had finalized a Deal to Sell the company to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund. KOP explains why the rumor was spread and what end goal it actually served in the actual negotiations. Report: WWE Doesn't Have Deal to Sell to Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10061294 Stephanie McMahon Resigns as Co-CEO of WWE https://variety.com/2023/tv/news/stephanie-mcmahon-resigns-wwe-1235484...
Why Vince McMahon Is Back to Sell WWE and Not Bury the Creative? (ep.744)
January 07, 2023 07:00 - 49 minutes - 79.6 MBFirst reported by the Wall Street Journal and confirmed by WWE, McMahon is back on WWE’s board of directors. Deadline.com explains "the strategic thinking about a larger M&A transaction is that instead of spending $600 million to $700 million on WWE rights, a partner might be more interested in buying the company outright." KOP explains. Vince McMahon has returned to WWE and is pursuing a possible sale of the business. https://www.wsj.com/articles/vince-mcmahon-plots-return-to-wwe-1167295270...
WrestleMania Sells Out, WWE Creative In a Corner and a Mercedes Spotted in Japan (ep.743)
January 05, 2023 06:02 - 41 minutes - 66.6 MBWrestleMania is closing in on a sellout, meanwhile WWE Creative is caught in a corner with a world championship split to consider. Plus the arrival of Mercedes Mone at Wrestle Kingdom and then AEW? WWE WrestleMania 39 is nearly sold out https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/wwe-wrestlemania-39-is-nearly-sold-out WWE faces critical Roman Reigns decision in 2023 — here's how to get it right https://nypost.com/2023/01/03/wwe-faces-critical-roman-reigns-wrestlemania-decision-in-2023/ BEHIND MTN DEW’S...
New Year Resolutions Each Wrestling Company Should Make in 2023 (ep.742)
December 29, 2022 07:26 - 56 minutes - 90.8 MBWhat should WWE, AEW, Impact, ROH, MLW, and the NWA do in 2023 to grow and generate more buzz in the sport of professional wrestling. KOP looks at the overall scope of where things are going into the new year. 'Pitch Black' match pitched for WWE Royal Rumble https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/pitch-black-match-pitched-for-wwe-royal-rumble https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10059865-baron-corbin-praises-triple-hs-wwe-creative-vision-he-doesnt-just-waste-people Report: Current Plans For WWE Wr...
Why Triple H Cannot Succeed With Vince's Recycle Bin Of Rejects (ep.741)
December 22, 2022 05:39 - 42 minutes - 68.6 MBTriple H behind the scenes is underwhelmed by a host of underperforming talent. KOP examines what characters and storylines have not worked and how WWE will be able to salvage enough feuds from the offseason to fill the two night card in Hollywood at WrestleMania. Matt Riddle issues statement after new abuse allegations, rehab report https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/matt-riddle-issues-statement-after-new-abuse-allegations-rehab-report Adult film star says Matt Riddle cheated on her to do dru...
Main Event Potential Punished and Black and Gold Returns Are Falling Short (10th Anniversary Show) (ep.740) (ep.740)
December 18, 2022 02:01 - 1 hour - 105 MBWWE talent troubles with Mandy Rose, Matt Riddle and Sasha Banks continues to further the reason KOP started the podcast in the first place back on December 18th, 2012. KOP looks at the WWE's concerns while looking back on all the changes that have come in the last decade. Thank you to all of you wonderful listeners for finding the show and special thanks to JeremyG and MarkyMark811 for being a part of co-hosting this journey with me. WWE releases former NXT Women's Champion Mandy Rose https...
Honor is Restored With Gold at Ring of Honor Final Battle 2022 (ep.739)
December 11, 2022 07:46 - 22 minutes - 35.9 MBROH originals Claudio Castagnoli and The Briscoes come away with world title victories to restore honor to the Ring of Honor legacy in the Tony Khan Era. Plus, I give differing thoughts on the Iron Survivor matches at NXT Deadline. ZERO HOUR Blake Christian & AR Fox beat RUSH & Dralistico-quick moving match, focus on AR Fox following his appearances on AEW and getting a new contract. Dralistico took the pin. Jeff Cobb defeated Máscara Dorada Jericho Appreciation Society (Angelo Parker & Ma...
WWE Booking in 2023 Is All Bloodline and The NXT Roster from 2019 (ep.738)
December 08, 2022 06:36 - 1 hour - 97.1 MBWWE Booking in 2023 comes with a lot of wholesale changes comprised of the Bloodline that was created before Vince stepped down and Triple H bringing back a lot of the NXT Roster from 2019. We look at what we have to look forward before WrestleMania season. Plus, we start a look back at the Year in Wrestling for 2022. TK’s mother’s health issues factored into decision to let Regal return to WWE https://www.cagesideseats.com/aew/2022/12/7/23498654/tony-khan-confirms-william-regal-aew-release...
Will WrestleMania 39 Work with MidCard Momentum and NXT Takeover-Level Booking ?(ep.737)
December 01, 2022 07:24 - 50 minutes - 81.5 MBWWE has granted the wishes of the NXT Black and Gold Faithful as their most vocal tastemakers in wrestling thanks to the booking of WWE like it is NXT during the pillaging of ROH and Impact. KOP discusses Will WrestleMania 39 Work with NXT Takeover-Level Booking? WWE does not have the star power on their everyday roster to sell out Royal Rumble and Wrestlemania on their own or grow the ratings above and beyond their core audience. Thinking Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn will be at the level of Ro...
Sami Zayn Secures Successful Initiation into the Bloodline at Survivor Series (ep.736)
November 27, 2022 07:48 - 26 minutes - 43 MBSami Zayn proved his loyalty to help the Bloodline succeed at Survivor Series and Austin Theory wins the US title back after a failed Money in the Bank cash-in. Men's WarGames | The Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos, Solo Sikoa, & Sami Zayn) defeated The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland, & Butch), Drew McIntyre, & Kevin Owens Women's WarGames | Bianca Belair, Alexa Bliss, Asuka, Mia Yim, & Becky Lynch defeated Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, & IYO SKY), Nikki Cross & Rhea Ripley ...
The WWE Survivor Series War Games Workaround (ep.735)
November 24, 2022 05:16 - 21 minutes - 34.5 MBSurvivor Series is this Saturday and KOP looks at the build of a premium live event that continues to be the inferior of the big 4. Will the War Games gimmick work better than the Bragging Rights model of old. Men's WarGames | The Bloodline (Roman Reigns, The Usos, Solo Sikoa, & Sami Zayn) vs. The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland, & Butch), Drew McIntyre, & Kevin Owens Women's WarGames | Damage CTRL (Bayley, Dakota Kai, & IYO SKY), Nikki Cross & Rhea Ripley vs. Bianca Belair, Alexa ...
MJF Marks His First World Title Milestone at AEW Full Gear 2022 (ep.734)
November 20, 2022 07:44 - 27 minutes - 43.2 MBMJF has reached the precipice in what is his first major milestone by winning the AEW World Title. KOP remarks on the importance of what will be a historic career for MJF. Results of Zero Hour pre-show matches at AEW Full Gear 2022 Starks will face Page on AEW Dynamite in the finals of the world title eliminator tournament. 1-Steel Cage Match | Jungle Boy vs. Luchasaurus- Brutalizing match. JB cuts by the fence by Luchasauraus. Jungle Boy very impressive with a destroyer and a delayed piled...
MJF Title Momentum in Full Gear and The NWA National Treasure Tirade (ep.733)
November 17, 2022 06:44 - 47 minutes - 75.7 MBMJF's first world title reign is imminent and it can start as early as this weekend. KOP previews AEW Full Gear. Plus, Nick Aldis continues his National Treasure Tirade on the NWA and William Patrick Corgan. Nick Aldis: 'I want to explore free agency. I just want to be free of a contract and a certain brand commitment' https://wrestlingnews.co/nwa-news/nick-aldis-i-want-to-explore-free-agency-i-just-want-to-be-free-of-a-contract-and-a-certain-brand-commitment Nick Aldis Opens Up About Aski...
WWE Buries Briefcases and Belts For The Bigger Picture (ep.732)
November 10, 2022 06:44 - 52 minutes - 83.7 MBWWE buries the Money in the Bank briefcase and Austin Theory is the scapegoat and Nikki Cross wins the 24/7 title only to throw it in the trash. KOP explains why this is good for the bigger picture. Plus, Nick Aldis has given his notice to Billy Corgan's NWA and there is a fallout. Austin Theory cashes in Money In The Bank case but fails to win United States Title on WWE Raw https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/austin-theory-cashes-in-money-in-the-bank-case-but-fails-to-win-united-states-title...
Logan Paul Cracks The Main Event Code At Crown Jewel (ep.731)
November 06, 2022 07:01 - 24 minutes - 38.5 MBLogan Paul loses in valiant fashion as he comes across as a legitimate main eventer. The part-time status and his mainstream presence has made him a main eventer that is the prototype of what WWE needs to build more main event talent going forward. KOP discusses. 1-Brock Lesnar defeated Bobby Lashley 2-Damage CTRL (Dakota Kai and Iyo Sky) defeated Alexa Bliss and Asuka for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship 3-Drew McIntyre defeated Karrion Kross (with Scarlett) by escaping the cage in a...
WWE Closes Case on Vince and Cashes In With New Changes (ep.730)
November 03, 2022 05:49 - 33 minutes - 52.9 MBWWE concludes its internal investigation and The Wall Street Journal writers succeeded in their plan to get Vince out of WWE. Meanwhile, the company rolls along with more profits. WWE Confirms Investigation Into Vince McMahon's Alleged Misconduct Is Complete https://www.fightful.com/wrestling/wwe-confirms-investigation-vince-mcmahon-s-alleged-misconduct-complete WWE’s Vince McMahon Investigation Ended Up Costing $19.4M In Expenses https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/business/business-news/w...
AEW Should Buy Out CM Punk's Contract and WWE Shouldn't Offer Him One (ep.729)
October 27, 2022 06:19 - 45 minutes - 73.3 MBIt was nice to have the CM Punk comeback in AEW, but it didn't need to last more than a year. KOP makes his case and why WWE should pull him out of their recycle bin. Report: AEW Working on CM Punk Contract Buyout After ‘All Out’ Brawl https://www.si.com/wrestling/2022/10/21/aew-cm-punk-contract-buyout-all-out-brawl AEW Numbers Prove CM Punk Has Been A Huge Draw For The Company Like him or not, the man has been bringing in a lot of money for AEW. https://www.thesportster.com/aew-numbers-pr...
WWE Still InVINCEAble on Wall Street and With the Fanbase (ep.728)
October 20, 2022 05:04 - 29 minutes - 47.8 MBWWE Still InVINCEAble on Wall Street and With the Fanbase CNBC reports WWE stock hits 52-week high, defying market trends, in aftermath of McMahon scandal. WWE is in good position leading into Crown Jewel and Survivor Series. KOP looks at all the changes. WWE stock hits 52-week high, defying market trends, in aftermath of McMahon scandal https://cnb.cx/3rZeaF9 The Rock says he’s talked to Nick Khan about a larger role in WWE’s future Dwayne Johnson revealed those discussions while answer...
Bray Wyatt, An OC Reunion and NXT Crossovers Spark WWE Momentum (ep.727)
October 13, 2022 05:16 - 26 minutes - 42.1 MBBray Wyatt, The OC Reunion and main roster crossovers going on NXT continues the momentum for the product. KOP looks into all of those changes and how it has reflected the ratings this week. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/user/jbrasco951 Find all past episodes in audio and video, plus where to subscribe to the show and follow KOP on so...
Bray Wyatt and His Big Rockstar Return at WWE Extreme Rules (ep.726)
October 09, 2022 06:15 - 33 minutes - 54.2 MBBray Wyatt comes back to WWE with an epic rockstar-like return to a wild-cheering Philadelphia crowd. KOP runs through the card and how Bray looks to positioned now that he is back. 1-The Brawling Brutes (Sheamus, Ridge Holland, and Butch) defeated Imperium (Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, and Giovanni Vinci) in a Six-man tag team Good Old Fashioned Donnybrook match-Sheamus is elated and respected now with the Brutes thanks to the Clash at the Castle match. More of the same here and we got a very ...
Impact Wrestling Bound For Glory Too Bound To Notable Veterans and Nostalgia (ep.725)
October 09, 2022 04:57 - 33 minutes - 53.9 MBJosh Alexander and Jordynne Grace retain in an underwhelming card on paper. KOP discusses how the Honor No More storyline is getting thin and cumbersome and asks why notable veterans like Frankie Kazarian and Bully Ray have returned and instantly been elevated. PRE: Brian Myers (c) defeated Dirty Dango by pinfallSingles match for the Impact Digital Media Championship 1-Frankie Kazarian defeated Mike Bailey (c) by submission for the Impact X Division Championship- Kaz's victory is indicative ...
WWE Extreme Gap: The Bloodline And Then The Rest of The Roster (ep.724)
October 06, 2022 04:55 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBGoing into WWE Extreme Rules, RAW and Main Rosters and NXT UK castoffs on a newly reverted NXT are struggling. Smackdown suceeds with a sandwiching of the continuously popular Bloodline angle. KOP looks at what WWE needs to elevate some superstars up to Roman's level. Logan Paul Accuses Bad Bunny Of Puerto Rico Tax Program 'Exploitation' https://www.wrestlinginc.com/1041027/logan-paul-accuses-bad-bunny-of-puerto-rico-tax-program-exploitation/ Andrade El Idolo and Sammy Guevara involved in ...
WWE Creative: Dependent on Comebacks, Black and Yellow Booking And A White Rabbit (ep.723)
September 29, 2022 04:26 - 52 minutes - 83.5 MBKOP discusses the creative direction on the main roster of WWE two months later after Triple H took over. We evaluate some of the decisions and determine if the product is performing that much better. Roman Reigns Gives Advice to WWE Stars Upset with Logan Paul, Celebs Getting Spots https://bleacherreport.com/articles/10050180-roman-reigns-gives-advice-to-wwe-stars-upset-with-logan-paul-celebs-getting-spots Wrestling veteran claims that Triple H's creative team is "killing" WWE legend's st...
Logan Paul is the Next Sacrificial Lamb for the Tribal Chief... and The Saudi Princes (ep.722)
September 22, 2022 04:13 - 59 minutes - 96.1 MBLogan Paul is now set to face the Tribal Chief at Crown Jewel. KOP explains why this move, the War Games gimmick coming to War Games and several returns explain why The WWE Main Event Will Remain Unchanged Until After Wrestlemania. Backstage News on Why WWE Is Doing Logan Paul vs. Roman Reigns https://wrestlingheadlines.com/backstage-news-on-why-wwe-is-doing-logan-paul-vs-roman-reigns/ Top Flight: How Bobby Lashley and Gunther Help WWE’s Mid-Card Soar https://www.theringer.com/wwe/2022/9/2...
Why Monday Night Football Exposes WWEs Main Event Needs? (ep.721)
September 15, 2022 04:49 - 1 hour - 101 MBMonday Night Football exposed WWE's issues with counterprogramming outside of their core audience. KOP emphasizes his ongoing message that the main event needs to be addressed sooner than later. Full 2022 PWI 500 list revealed. Find out who Pro Wrestling Illustrated thinks are the 500 best male wrestlers of the past year. https://aiptcomics.com/2022/09/14/full-2022-pwi-500-list-revealed/ Here’s the full list for this year’s PWI 500: Roman Reigns Kazuchika Okada CM Punk Adam Page Bobby Las...
Tony Khan's Tough But Fair Decision on CM Punk and The Elite (ep.720)
September 08, 2022 04:40 - 1 hour - 98 MBTony Khan did the right thing to resolve the fallout from AEW All Out and the post media scrum melee. The AEW World Championship and AEW World Trios Championship have been vacated and AEW moves along. KOP discusses the handling of the situation. More details on backstage fight, CM Punk's dog in the room, Young Bucks/Kenny Omega side of the story https://wrestlingnews.co/aew-news/more-details-on-backstage-fight-cm-punks-dog-involved-young-bucks-kenny-omega-side-of-the-story Tony Khan Vacat...
CM Punk Championship Triumph Trumped by MJF's Mindblowing Return at AEW All Out (ep.719)
September 05, 2022 05:29 - 34 minutes - 55.7 MBCM Punk retains the AEW World Title only to see a storyline play out from the Casino Ladder Match revealing the long-awaited return of MJF. All Out really showcases the long list of storylines they try to cover on a weekly. We look at how Tony Khan culminates a lof of storylines with all of their top stars. KOP runs through the lengthy card and analyzes where all of these storylines have progressed. Zero Hour -Jericho Appreciation Society (Sammy Guevara and Tay Melo) (c) defeated Ortiz and ...
WWE Clash at the Castle Continues Positive Midcard Momentum (ep.718)
September 04, 2022 04:20 - 41 minutes - 66 MBMidcard feuds progressed positively at Clash at the Castle while the Undisputed Universal title picture remains unchanged. KOP reviews the card and analyzes where things can go for the rest of the fall in WWE storylines. Plus, KOP comments on the Triple H interview with Ariel Helwani. Madcap Moss and The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford) defeated Austin Theory and Alpha Academy (Chad Gable and Otis) Damage Control (Bayley, Dakota Kai, and Iyo Sky) defeated Bianca Belair, Alexa...
Can WWE Clash at the Castle Command AEW All Out Labor Day Weekend? (ep.717)
September 01, 2022 04:38 - 1 hour - 96.3 MBCan WWE Clash at the Castle Command AEW All Out Labor Day Weekend? KOP looks at the possible momentum swing that is happening with both events and previews the weekend. @THEVinceRusso When the Industry Leader Officially Gives in to the Niche Audience—the Wrestling Business as we knew it —is over. That’s 100% what @TripleH has done. Despite @HBO’s “House of the Dragon” bringing in 10M viewers, in Wrestling—ratings clearly don’t matter at this point. https://twitter.com/THEVinceRusso/stat...
NWA Momentum Remains Neutral Coming out of NWA 74 (ep.716)
August 29, 2022 06:07 - 48 minutes - 78.5 MBThe momentum of NWA promotion remains in a neutral state. While the promotion successfully survived the pandemic the promotion has struggled to overcome the loss of stars to other promotions and discovering new talent. KOP reviews the two-night NWA74 event. Night 1 The Country Gentlemen (AJ Cazana and Anthony Andrews) (with Joe Cazana) defeated Gold Rushhh (Jordan Clearwater and Marshe Rockett) (with Austin Idol) by pinfallTag team match 2PRhett Titus defeated VSK 3PRodney Mack (with Aro...
Do NXT Black and Gold Pillars Have Potential to Propel To Main Event Marquee? (ep.715)
August 25, 2022 03:17 - 1 hour - 97.6 MBJohnny Gargano joins Karrion Kross, Austin Theory, Dexter Kumis and Gunther are now set at the NXT Black and Gold Pillars to build for the future of WWE's main roster. KOP discusses whether these pillars have more potential than what AEW has. Bruce Prichard Breaks Silence On Recent WWE Changes https://itrwrestling.com/news/bruce-prichard-breaks-silence-wwe-changes/ Bruce Prichard says people came up with 'fabricated lies' about him writing WWE NXT 2.0 https://wrestlingnews.co/wwe-news/bru...
Does Triple H's Booking Level the Playing Field For the New Wrestling Alliance? (ep.714)
August 18, 2022 05:34 - 1 hour - 106 MBKOP examines the booking changes and how veering away from Vince's vision allows the New Wrestling Alliance a better chance to compete. Is it right to abandon sports entertainment altogether for a return to wrestling. Cliffhangers Have Been The Secret To Triple H Improving WWE Raw & SmackDown https://www.thesportster.com/wwe-cliffhangers-the-secret-to-triple-h-improving-raw-smackdown/ Brian Gewirtz on His New Book, Vince McMahon's Retirement and WWE Raw's Guest Host Era https://comicbook.c...
5 Ways Triple H Is Following Tony Khan's Wednesday Night Wars Playbook (ep.713)
August 11, 2022 04:31 - 1 hour - 109 MB5 Ways Triple H Is Following Tony Khan's Wednesday Night Wars Playbook 1.Returns of Killer Kross, Dakota Kai, Dexter Lumis, and eventual returns of Bray Wyatt, Johnny Gargano, Sasha Banks and Naomi 2.Booking matches with a week or more advance time. Edge vs. Damian Priest set for August 22 WWE Raw in Toronto. Gunther and Shinsuke for the IC Title getting a week's push 3.Factions with a rejuvenated Judgement Day and the new Bayley faction 4.Tournaments Women Tag Team Tournaments 5.Long worke...
WWE Making Midcard Matter but Missing Main Event Focus
August 04, 2022 04:24 - 57 minutes - 91.6 MBTriple H is rebuilding the midcard belts and prioritizing fresh main roster talent. Main event plans seem to be missing. KOP examines the missing pieces to rebuild the main event picture. WWE’s ‘Monday Night Raw’ Ratings Spike to Two-Year High https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/monday-night-raw-ratings-triple-h-1235331905/ The Triple H era starts with hope https://deadspin.com/the-triple-h-era-starts-with-hope-1849356716? Backstage news on optimism in WWE with Triple H in charge of creative ...
Ric Flair's Last Match Limitations Masked With A Strong Storyline (ep.711)
August 01, 2022 06:42 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBRic Flair's Last Match gave fans a look back at the career of Ric Flair retiring for the second time, plus we got a fabulous undercard of great matchup. KOP runs it down. Loved the look of the arena, the production, the graphics, Bob Caudle on the narration. A Great mix of nostalgia and a showcase of the New Wrestling Alliance Enjoyed where David Crockett was just a fan watching these new stars. Great rotation of guest announcers. Hannafin, Riccaboni, Dombrowski, D' Amore, Aldis Impact of...
WWE Summerslam Started with a Statement and Ended with a Tractor Pull (ep.710)
July 31, 2022 05:49 - 54 minutes - 87.9 MBWWE Summerslam see the return of Bayley with a new faction of ex-future endeavored NXT in a statement of change and ends with a wild world title match that had a lot of uses of a tractor. 1-Bianca Belair (c) defeated Becky Lynch for the WWE Raw Women's Championship-Bianca is undoubtedly main event made and she gets her Summerslam redemption. Great outing for her. Becky turns face as the fans have been wanting. Bayley's return with a faction of Dakota Kai and Io Shirai. Triple H puts his NXT ...
Did Triple H Fail Forward to Become WWE Head of Creative? (ep.709)
July 28, 2022 04:48 - 1 hour - 127 MBLess than a year after NXT changes their format and goes from black and gold to rainbow 2.0, Triple H now manages the Creator for the main roster while having similar creative control on NXT during its mission to counter program against AEW to stunt their growth. KOP poses a valid argument that should be raised. Why is Triple H being appointed to take over the creative on the main roster after failing on Vince's mission of stunting AEW? Are wrestling fans and my fellow podcast wrestling bret...
ROH Death Before Dishonor Defines Ring Of Honor's Resurrected Identity (ep.708)
July 24, 2022 04:44 - 33 minutes - 54 MBROH Death Before Dishonor sees Claudio Castagnoli with his first ROH singles title. FTR and The Briscoes close out the show with a two-out-of-three falls barnburner. KOP runs down the card. Pre-Show Colt Cabana defeated Anthony Henry (with JD Drake) The Trust Busters (Ari Daivari and Slim J) defeated The Shinobi Shadow Squad (Cheeseburger and Eli Isom) The Embassy (Brian Cage and The Gates of Agony (Jasper Kaun and Toa Liona) (with Prince Nana) defeated Alex Zayne, Blake Christian, and To...
Vince McMahon Resigns! What is WWEs Contingency Plan After Vince? (ep.707)
July 23, 2022 04:35 - 58 minutes - 94.2 MBKOP hosts a special edition of the Wrestling Is Real Podcast to discuss the implications coming out of the resignation of Vince McMahon. KOP answers 6 important questions. -What happens to the Vince loyalists? Pritchard? Dunn? -Where does Nick Khan stand when the dust settles? -Will some disgruntled WWE superstars consider a return? -Does anyone think Vince will be completely out of the picture? -Will there be any wholesale changes to the on-air product? Will wrestling minds continue to infl...