Wrestling Observer Figure Four Online
409 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★ - 289 ratingsWrestling Observer/Figure Four Online has been providing the number-one pro-wrestling and mixed martial arts
podcasts and radio shows in the world since 2005. From 1998 to 2001, Bryan Alvarez and Dave Meltzer hosted Wrestling
Observer Live, the most-listened-to streaming radio show at Eyada.com. In 2001 they moved their show to Sports Byline
USA and Sirius Satellite Radio, where it continues to air to this day with Alvarez and Mike Sempervive as co-hosts.
Alvarez and Meltzer have interviewed the biggest names in the sport over the past nearly two decades,
from Stone Cold Steve Austin and John Cena to Bruno Sammartino and Ric Flair. Listen to free podcasts throughout
the week here, and for more, including twice-daily programming and a full archive of over 4,000 shows, join their website at
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Episodes
Wrestling Weekly, May 22nd
May 22, 2022 15:33 - 54.2 MBFrom Sasha Banks and Naomi to Ric Flair and Stephanie McMahon it's been a crazy week and we look at it all on this edition of Wrestling Weekly. Thanks for listening~!
After Dark, May 22nd
May 22, 2022 10:02 - 37 MBContinuing our series look at 100 of the darkest moments in pop culture history this show is the second one that examines the rise in popularity of the true crime documentary/TV Channels/Podcasts. Today we look back at the murder of six year old JonBenet Ramsey. We aren't going to dive into the details of the crime beyond the basics because this is a topic that has been covered thousands of times... and that's our point. The influence this case has had in the rise of the True Crime genre can'...
Wrestling Observer Live, May 20th
May 20, 2022 20:01 - 35.9 MBWrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back with a packed show! We'll talk all the news including Stephanie stepping away from WWE, a few notes on Sasha and Naomi, Dave Meltzer joins us to talk the newest Observer, and Jay Bradley joins us to talk old-school OVW, the NWA, Inoki Genome Federation and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!
The Fight Game Podcast, May 19th
May 20, 2022 06:39 - 74.1 MBJohn and GG are back on the Fight Game Podcast giving their takes on the Sasha Banks and Naomi situation before diving into the penultimate episode of AEW Dynamite heading into Double or Nothing.
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, May 19th
May 19, 2022 20:43 - 50.1 MBOn Today's episode of Mat Men Podcast, Andrew and Rich are back to talk about the latest news in pro wrestling. The guys get into the latest on the Sasha and Naomi walkout from this past Monday's Raw. Was this just unprofessional or is there more at play? Roman Reigns has been added back to selected shows throughout the Summer. They discuss his new deal and how much we can expect to see him going forward. AEW Dynamite was Wednesday night and a lot was done to set up Double or nothing nex...
Speak Now with Denise Salcedo, May 18th
May 19, 2022 03:09 - 49.5 MBIt's a BIRTHDAY PARTY PODCAST! Come join Denise Salcedo as she recaps/reviews the May 18th edition of AEW DYNAMITE on Speak Now Pro Wrestling! This is a very fun show and there is plenty to talk about!
Pacific Rim Pro Wrestling, May 18th
May 19, 2022 01:12 - 45.9 MBTwo Pacific Rim Podcasts in a week! Fumi Saito and Jim Valley are back with another episode. Fumi offers his thoughts on the Kota Ibushi-NJPW social media situation. Fumi also has a brand new best-selling book out on Inoki and Baba that chronicles their relationship and parallels. Plus, the Hana Kimura Memorial Show, the Forbidden Door and more so check it out.
I left My Wallet in Greg Polanco, May 18th
May 19, 2022 00:29 - 70.3 MBAntonio Thomas talks to Garrett Gonzales about the NBA playoffs and more!
Wrestling Observer Live, May 18th
May 18, 2022 20:00 - 36 MBWrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Jim Valley is back with tons to talk about including more on Sasha and Naomi, AEW Dynamite tonight, NXT 2.0 recap and fallout, and so much more. And, yes, JIM VALLEY! A fun show as always so check it out~!
Speak Now with Denise Salcedo, May 17th
May 18, 2022 03:30Hey there, welcome to Speak Now Pro Wrestling! Join on-camera personality Denise Salcedo as she breaks down the May 17th episode of WWE NXT 2.0! This is a fun and lively podcast, enjoy the show!
We're Live Pal, May 17th
May 18, 2022 02:16Andrew and Garrett are back on We're Live, Pal to talk about the major story of the day which is Sasha Banks and Naomi walking out of Monday night's Raw. They also talk about the Hardy Boyz vs. the Young Bucks and finish off with thoughts on Ric Flair's return to the ring.
Wrestling Observer Live, May 17th
May 17, 2022 20:01Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez is back with tons to talk about including tons of notes on the Sasha Banks/Naomi situation on RAW, why they walked out, WWE's side of the story and what the wrestlers are saying about it, the full RAW report, news and more. A packed show as always so check it out~!
Karl Stern Show, May 17th
May 17, 2022 09:04This show concludes all the wrestling events held at the first Madison Square Garden (Gilmour's Garden) and features the biggest act of the time William Muldoon. It's so amazing looking back on the New York wrestling scene during this era and how it was so obviously worked and manipulated. Crowds were pretty impressive during these three years and William Muldoon used every opportunity to work the press about his matches. The last shows of MSG I.
Wrestling Observer Live, May 16th
May 16, 2022 20:01Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back with tons to talk about including Rampage and Smackdown from Friday night, FILTY TOM FINALLY MEETS HIS MATCH, tons of news on Hacksaw Duggan and Cain Velasquez and RAW tonight and so much more. A packed show as always so check it out~!
Pacific Rim Pro Wrestling, May 16th
May 16, 2022 18:45Debbie Malenko is back wrestling after an injury ended her career nearly 30 years ago. Fumi Saito was one of the key people who helped Debbie as the then-19-year-old started with All Japan Women. She couldn't even speak a word of Japanese. Listen to two old friends Debbie and Fumi talk about the matches, her opponents, her injury and why she's back and wrestling Saturday May 28th at 12pm on PODER CUATRO in Las Vegas
Wrestling Observer Live, May 15th
May 15, 2022 21:07Today on a special Wrestling Observer Live, Andrew is joined by Ryan Droste from Top Rope Nation to discuss the latest wrestling news from the past week. It's been reported that MJF is leaning toward not re-signing with AEW when his contract is up. Is this real or just an ongoing negotiating ploy? They go through some of the highlights from AEW including Dynamite, Rampage, and some news bits about trio titles and returning to Queens for Grand Slam later this year. Smackdown was a better...
After Dark, May 15th
May 15, 2022 14:59Continuing our 100 darkest moments in pop culture history we are beginning a three-episode run of tragic events to give rise to the true crime genre of documentaries, podcasts, and TV channels. The murder of Adam Walsh was a tragedy beyond comprehension. Yet, born out of that horrible event many incredibly good things came, including the Center for Missing and Exploited Children, Adam's Law, and America's Most Wanted. In this episode we examine how this terrible story also influenced an entir...
Speak Now with Denise Salcedo, May 13th
May 13, 2022 23:13 - 31.1 MBThis is short one but a sweet one! Join on-air personality Denise Salcedo as she recaps the May 13th edition of AEW Rampage! Tonight's show features: Death Triangle vs. The Butcher, The Blade, & Marq Quen plus Shawn Spears vs. Bear Boulder, Owen Hart Cup: Riho vs. Ruby Soho and TNT Championship: Scorpio Sky (c) vs. Frankie Kazarian. Enjoy the show!
Wrestling Observer Live, May 13th
May 13, 2022 20:02 - 35.6 MBWrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez is back with tons to talk about including updates on Tammy Sytch and Shinjiro Ohtani, Dave Meltzer talks Roman Reigns and Kota Ibushi, tons of news and feedback and so much more. A fun show as always so check it out~!
The Fight Game Podcast, May 12th
May 13, 2022 06:20 - 85.3 MBJohn and GG are back to talk about Wednesday night's AEW Dynamite featuring a masterful performance by MJF and a fun show overall with a great crowd. We also interview New Japan Strong pro wrestler Karl Fredericks who wrestles three times this weekend.
Wrestling Observer Live, May 12th
May 12, 2022 20:02 - 60.8 MBWrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back with tons to talk about including the latest on Roman Reigns and Kota Ibushi, AEW Dynamite with some great wrestling matches, Hikaru Shida out of the Owen Hart Cup, NXT ratings tank with the all-woman show, and tons more. A fun show as always so check it out~!
Speak Now with Denise Salcedo, May 11th
May 12, 2022 03:28 - 55.8 MBWe had a very good episode of AEW DYNAMITE tonight! Join Denise Salcedo as she recaps the entire show while sharing her honest thoughts and opinions! This is a very lively show perfect for all fans of AEW. Plus there was tons that happened on tonight's show, lot's to talk about!
Wrestling Observer Live, May 8th
May 08, 2022 23:23 - 37.2 MBOn this edition of Wrestling Observer live with Andrew Zarian, he is joined by Matt Ryan of Catalyst Wrestling. Roman Reigns had some interesting words to say at a House show indicating that his career path might be changing soon. The guys speculate on what he meant and what his career trajectory might look like going forward. Andrew talks about his new favorite wrestler W. Morrissey, who appeared on AEW Dynamite this week and looks to be in great shape. Which apparently has sparked some ...
Josh Nason's Punch-out, May 4th
May 04, 2022 16:53 - 40.2 MBOn a new Josh Nason's Punch-Out, AEW star, musician, actor and podcaster Swerve Strickland stops by my audio house to talk about his decision to sign with AEW, being a true independent contractor, dipping his toe in opportunities outside wrestling and so much more. Swerve's House gets a new neighbor in Nason's House on this week's JNPO.
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, Feb 17th
February 17, 2022 21:35 - 90.4 MBThe Boys are back today with their 400th episode of Mat Men! Today on the show Andrew and Rich break down all the latest information regarding Cody leaving AEW Will he be going to WWE? All indicators point to yes. Stone Cold Steve Austin hasn't wrestled in 19 years and could be possibly getting ready for an in-ring return against Kevin Owens at Wrestlemania this year! Will this lead to more matches? We have the latest. All this along with Dynamite results, News and rumors, and a celebr...
Josh Nason's Punch-out, Feb 15th
February 15, 2022 16:40 - 16.2 MBOn the first-ever BREAKING NEWS AUDIO edition of Josh Nason's Punch-Out, Mat Men co-host and wrestling insider Andrew Zarian drops by to talk about Cody and Brandi Rhodes' departure from AEW.
Wrestling Observer Live, Feb 13th
February 14, 2022 02:59 - 36.2 MBOn a new Wrestling Observer Live, Andrew Zarian talks to Lance Storm about morale issues in WWE, debuting AEW talent and more.
Wrestling Observer, Feb 13th
February 14, 2022 00:48 - 36.2 MBToday on Wrestling Observer Live Andrew is joined by Lance Storm! Andrew and Lance discuss the moral situation within WWE. How common is this and what can WWE do to turn it around. AEW Dynamite this week saw the debut of Keith Lee and Jay White. Now it has people asking who's next to debut? Nick Wayne AEW contract, Impact no Surrender, and a lot more!
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, Feb 10th
February 10, 2022 17:41 - 54.7 MBToday on Mat Men Andrew and Rich are back to discuss all of this week's Pro Wrestling news and rumors. AEW created a lot of online chatter this week by teasing a major signing while claiming they would open the "forbidden door. They did not disappoint as both Jay White and Keith Lee made debuts. With Jay White in AEW now, will we see more of a full-blown Bullet club reunion in AEW? Dynamite this week saw the unlikely team of CM Punk and Jon Moxley face FTR with Punk getting another shot...
Wrestling Observer Live, Feb 6th
February 07, 2022 00:34 - 36.7 MBToday Andrew is joined by Brandon Thurston of Wrestlenomics, to discuss WWE's earnings call this past week. They get into WWE's record profits and discuss ratings and how that will affect their business going forward. AEW Dynamite has a big surprise debut scheduled for this week's show, Andrew has a guess but who will it be? Bill Goldberg showed up to challenge Roman Reigns at Elimination chamber but who cares? Ronda Rousey is back but is she facing the right person at Wrestlemania? Al...
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, Feb 3rd
February 03, 2022 18:16 - 74.3 MBToday on Mat Men, Andrew Zarian and Rich Stambolian bring you all the latest Pro Wrestling News and rumors! Royal Rumble was this past Saturday and many are considering it one of the worst ones in recent years. We breakdown the event and see what went wrong Shane McMahon is officially out of WWE. We have all the latest backstage drama surrounding his Royal Rumble appearance and what this means for his future with WWE. Ronda Rousey is back in WWE and it looks like she will be facing Charlo...
Wrestling Observer Live, Jan 30th
January 30, 2022 22:17 - 58.6 MBToday on this special edition of Wrestling Observer Live. Andrew is Joined by Garrett Gonzalas to discuss all the fallout From Saturday's Royal Rumble. WWE Royal Rumble was last night, we discuss the winners and losers and what the fan perception has been like since the end of the event. Ronda Rousey made her big return winning the Women's Royal Rumble only 4 months after giving birth. It has been reported she will face Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania. Brock Lesnar lost the WWE Champio...
Josh Nason's Punch-out, Jan 30th
January 30, 2022 19:47 - 53.1 MBOn a new and much different JNPO, Josh reunites with Mat Men's Rich Stambolian to chat about the 2021 slate of comic book movies and TV shows before transitioning to what we're looking forward to the rest of 2022. If you're into comic book culture, this show is for you. If not, see you in a few days.
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, Jan 27th
January 27, 2022 18:25 - 81.8 MBThe boys are back with another jammed packed episode of Mat Men Royal Rumble is this weekend, and there are still some questions to be answered about the show. What big surprises might we get and who will the winners be? Speaking of Surprises, WWE is reportedly looking to bring Ronda Rousey back possibly as early as this weekend, we have the latest. GCW ran its first PPV this weekend, with some good and bad but overall, a great sign for the independent scene. Last night AEW had an extre...
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, Jan 20th
January 20, 2022 18:31 - 65.4 MBToday on Mat Men, Andrew and Rich are back to discuss all the latest news and happenings in wrestling. GCW is Running their biggest show ever this weekend in NYC's Hammerstein Ballroom. We run down the card and give thoughts on what it means for them running that building. This past week, WWE made some interesting comments toward AEW in a statement, using the phrase "gory mutilation". What does this really mean and who was it was directed at? Jon Moxley made his return to AEW, and he ga...
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, Jan 13th
January 13, 2022 18:15 - 75.1 MBToday on Mat Men Andrew and Rich have a lot of news to break down! MLW has filed an antitrust lawsuit against WWE. We have all the latest information on this, including what it could mean for other TV deals, and will it even make it to Trial? WWE is returning back to Saudi Arabia in Feb and it will be a Saturday Premium Event. Will this show be as good as the last one? NXT has officially restructured its production team, does this finally mean NXT Black and Gold is completely gone? Al...
Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast, Jan 8th
January 08, 2022 18:54 - 76.4 MBToday on Mat Men Andrew and Rich are back for the first show of 2022 It's been a wild start to the year with a lot of great Pro Wrestling. WWE day 1 didn't disappoint and we have all the fallout today on the show. Raw and Smackdown are gearing into WrestleMania season and things are starting to fall into place, as we head into the Royal Rumble. There were some interesting names added to Royal Rumble a familiar Opponent for Roman on that show. AEW Dynamite debuted on TBS and featured Da...
Figure Four Daily, Jan 5th
January 05, 2022 19:14 - 82.4 MBIn the second installment of the Figure Four Online best of 2021 series, hear moments 19 through 36 of the top 50.
Josh Nason's Punch-out, Jan 4th
January 04, 2022 20:03 - 68.3 MBThe grand finale for the Josh Nason's Punch-Out 12-part look back at the year in pro wrestling has arrived with December 2021. Jesse Collings and I recap all the happenings with some foreshadowing of what's to come and what we are looking forward to in 2022.
Figure Four Daily, Jan 3rd
January 03, 2022 19:20 - 84.1 MBIn the first installment of Figure Four Online best of '21 series, enjoy entries 37 through 50 compiling some of the best moments from all of our various podcasts. Big thanks to Philippe Perez for putting this together every year.
Josh Nason's Punch-out, Jan 3rd
January 03, 2022 18:52 - 51.6 MBIn the grand finale of the four-part MMA year in review series on JNPO, Josh Nason and Paul Fontaine recap October, November and December which capped a historically great year for UFC financially -- equaled by their product in the cage.
Wrestling Observer Live, Jan 2nd
January 03, 2022 01:02 - 36.1 MBOn this edition of Wrestling Observer live with Andrew Zarian, Andrew breaks down WWE's Day One "Premium Live Event". Roman Reigns being pulled from the show due to Covid 19 Brock Lesnar was added to the WWE title match making it a fatal five-way and then won the title in a fast-paced match. What does this mean for the title picture? Andrew gives his thoughts on the direction he would like to see. Matt Ryan from Catalyst Wrestling joins the show in the second segment to discuss the Ramp...