Wrestling vs. The World
185 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago -A podcast discussing wrestling subjects of all kinds, with most episodes being dedicated to a specific topic. Reviews of some shows, a specific wrestler, a title run that a wrestler has had, etc.
The podcast debuted in November 2019 and resumed in 2021, episodes having debuted through YouTube.
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Episodes
The Issues With Jeff Hardy’s 2021 Release | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 34
December 01, 2022 12:00 - 7 minutes - 9.41 MBThis was another impromptu episode last year when news broke of Jeff Hardy's WWE release, following suspicions on his condition during a house show. I had to re-record this episode because the original had a far more angry tone to it.
John Cena’s Depressing 2012 Run | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 33
November 30, 2022 12:00 - 13 minutes - 15.6 MB2012 was not the best year for John Cena when it came to his character's booking, due to ongoing misfortunes. So why shouldn't I remind you all about it?
December To Dismember 2006: WWE’s Biggest PPV Disaster | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 32
November 29, 2022 12:00 - 17 minutes - 19.3 MBIt's been a while since WWE produced one of, if not THE worst PPV in the company's history in December 2006. Now, I'm reliving that horror by discussing everything from this show today.
Dear Wrestling Fans, Stop Jumping The Barricade! | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 31
November 28, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes - 11 MBThis was an impromptu episode of the podcast, posted 2 days after the previous episode due to Seth Rollins getting attacked by a fan that jumped the barricade on Raw.
The History of the Winged Eagle Belt | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 30
November 27, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes - 11.1 MBIn 1988, the WWF changed their main championship belt design to one of the most beloved designs of all-time. Today, I'm covering everything I can regarding the belt during the 10 years it was used to represent the World Wrestling Federation Championship.
WWE’s Massive 2021 Releases | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 29
November 26, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 30.2 MBThis episode was meant to be on YouTube with about 6 minutes saved off, discussing the massive releases from WWE in 2021. However, I had to add more once more releases were announced before the episode could be posted.
How I First Discovered Wrestling | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 28
November 25, 2022 12:00 - 13 minutes - 14.6 MBThis is a story that I've mentioned many times as a wrestling fan and it's how I first found wrestling as a 13-year old back in 2005.
WWE Matches Affected by ”Card Subject to Change” Part 3 | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 27
November 24, 2022 12:00 - 22 minutes - 24 MBThe third part of this 3-part series, discussing WWE matches that didn't happen as originally advertised for one reason or another. Honorable mentions are discussed of matches that were announced/planned, but didn't happen and were matches that I couldn't find the match graphics for as evidence.
WWE Matches Affected by ”Card Subject to Change” Part 2 | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 26
November 23, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 34.2 MBIn the previous episode, I went over 100 found times in WWE history where the company advertised a match to take place, but then didn't happen as originally advertised once the advertised match was scheduled to take place. This is the second part of this 3-part series (4th part is in production of sorts).
WWE Matches Affected by ”Card Subject to Change” Part 1 | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 25
November 22, 2022 12:00 - 33 minutes - 34.4 MBI've gone through deep parts of WWE history to find matches that WWE advertised at one point to happen, but didn't happen as originally advertised for one reason or another. This is a 3-part series (eventually will have a 4th part) of matches within WWE history that I've found that fit this description.
The History of the ECW Championship in WWE | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 24
November 21, 2022 12:16 - 11 minutes - 12 MBIn 2006, WWE revived ECW as a third brand for the promotion following the One Night Stand PPV event, which prompted the revival of the ECW Championship. In today's episode, I'm covering the entire history that the championship had in WWE from its revival in 2006 until its retirement in 2010.
Dean Ambrose’s US Title Run | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 23
November 20, 2022 09:39 - 8 minutes - 8.58 MBDean Ambrose (now Jon Moxley) made history in WWE by becoming the longest reigning United States Champion since the title was revived under the WWE banner in 2003. However, I feel that it's time to look at his run with the United States Championship and really reflect on how this run truly went.
Seth Rollins’ Abysmal 2015 WWE Title Run | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 22
November 19, 2022 11:41 - 10 minutes - 10.9 MBSeth Rollins made history in 2015 when he cashed-in his MITB contract during the main event of Wrestlemania 31 to become WWE Champion. However, it's time to analyze his entire run as champion after the amazement of the moment wore off.
WWE Draft 2021 Results/Recap | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 21
November 18, 2022 12:37 - 16 minutes - 17.5 MBAn impromptu episode that was put together, discussing the results of the 2021 WWE Draft.
The Hornswoggle/Chavo Guerrero Feud | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 20
November 17, 2022 12:18 - 8 minutes - 8.92 MBThe very feud that was voted as the Worst Feud of 2009 and rightfully so. It's time to look back and revisit every step of this atrocious feud that WWE booked between Hornswoggle and Chavo Guerrero.
Edge Didn’t Start The ”You Suck” Chants | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 19
November 16, 2022 12:27 - 6 minutes - 5.89 MBA common misconception in WWF/WWE history over the years is that Edge was the person that started the "You Suck" chants during Kurt Angle's entrance. However, there are some instances prior to their 2002 feud that prove that to be incorrect.
Do Wrestling Fans Know What They Want? | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 18
November 15, 2022 14:41 - 10 minutes - 10.5 MBA lot of wrestling fans clamor for something to happen in wrestling, but then have a sudden change of heart once they get what they ask for. It's time to sit down and ask: Do wrestling fans really know what they want?
The Logic of Finishers in WWE | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 17
October 23, 2021 08:58 - 10 minutes - 10.6 MBRemember when it only took 1 finisher in WWE to end a wrestling match? Nowadays, finishers mean very little and take a high quantity of deliveries of the same move to end matches. But for some reason, the number of finishers it takes to put away certain opponents doesn't make sense compared to others.
WWE‘s Women‘s Tag Division Needs To Go | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 16
October 22, 2021 13:35 - 7 minutes - 7.52 MBEver since the WWE Women's Tag Team Championships were created, the division itself has been very poorly utilized. At this point, there are barely any established teams left to showcase and it's honestly time to retire the belts and the division itself already.
Gimmick Matches in WWE That Got Rematches | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 15
October 22, 2021 13:33 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBWe've seen many instances over the years where a specific gimmick match happens between wrestlers or tag teams. But I've found some instances where specific gimmick matches happened between specific wrestlers/teams more than once over the years on television or PPV.
Stop Defending Chris Benoit | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 14
October 22, 2021 13:28 - 23 minutes - 23.4 MBEver since the tragedy of 2007 involving professional wrestler Chris Benoit and his family took place, people have made claims of his innocence for whatever reason. So I figured that I'd go over a list of claims regarding the aforementioned period and debunk them to hopefully put this all to rest.
JBL Is The Most Overrated WWE Champion In History | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 13
October 21, 2021 15:26 - 12 minutes - 12.6 MB"He was the longest reigning WWE Champion in Smackdown history!" True, but the booking shows that the length of the reign wasn't anything to really praise and I'm showcasing that in this episode.
CM Punk Should Never Return To WWE | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 12
October 19, 2021 09:38 - 14 minutes - 15 MBRecorded prior to CM Punk signing with AEW, I discuss why he should never return to the very same company that gave him every reason to walk away from something that he loved.
Wrestling Fans Make Social Media Toxic | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 11
October 18, 2021 14:38 - 11 minutes - 11.5 MBIf you've been on social media over the years, you've witnessed how toxic wrestling fans can be. Today, I need to address it.
Wrestling Fans Overuse The Term ”Buried” | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 10
October 17, 2021 15:28 - 28 minutes - 31 MBOne of the most common things I see on social media is wrestling fans throwing the term "buried" around, as if they know what it really means. Apparently, anything means that you're being misused and ruined in any shape or form, even if you lose one match. Time to educate the masses folks.
Kofi Kingston‘s Unfortunate 2013 Run | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 9
October 17, 2021 04:38 - 16 minutes - 17.3 MB2012 was a pretty well done year for Kofi Kingston in WWE, but 2013 painted a completely different picture for that same man when it came to his booking.
WWE Is Too Focused On Charlotte Flair | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 8
October 16, 2021 04:48 - 16 minutes - 16.8 MBRecorded prior to Wrestlemania: Backlash, I went through and found the alarming amount of championship matches Charlotte Flair has been in on the main roster since her 2015 debut. This repetitive booking shows the issue with the company in regards of their lack of ideas on what to do with her outside of having her either being a champion or challenging for a championship.
Damien Sandow Wasn‘t Meant To Be World Champion | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 7
October 15, 2021 10:39 - 17 minutes - 16.7 MBOne of the things that wrestling fans look back on was Damien Sandow's run during 2013 and claiming that he should've successfully cashed-in his MITB contract on John Cena. Well, it's time to argue that statement folks.
Every World Title Shot John Cena Got In WWE | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 6
October 14, 2021 15:01 - 29 minutes - 28.4 MBI've gone through John Cena's entire history (prior to Summerslam 2021) and decided to go over every televised World Championship match he has received since his main roster debut in 2002. This goes over every match where he has had the opportunity to win a World Championship, so unification matches count.
AEW Shuts Down Botchamania | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 5
October 14, 2021 09:36 - 8 minutes - 8.74 MBEarlier this year, Maffew of Botchamania experienced a serious hit as his YouTube channel was terminated by All Elite Wrestling. Felt like discussing the matter after it took place.
I‘m Not Hyped About Wrestlemania 37 | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 4
October 13, 2021 15:13 - 28 minutes - 28.3 MBDuring the build to Wrestlemania 37, I noticed how lackluster the promotion towards the biggest wrestling event of the year was and wanted to discuss how I felt.
March 29, 2021 WWE Monday Night Raw Review | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 3
October 12, 2021 09:34 - 21 minutes - 21.6 MBI heard some reviews at the time about how awkward this episode of WWE Monday Night Raw was, so I figured I'd check it out and do my first Raw Review in quite a while.
Can Wrestling Fans Stop Being Creeps? | Wrestling vs. The World Episode 2
October 11, 2021 11:35 - 9 minutes - 10.5 MBWhen the news broke on social media bout someone stalking Alexa Bliss online, I came to the realization of how creepy some wrestling fans can truly be when it comes to their crushes on those in the business.
Can Wrestling Fans Stop Being Creeps? | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 2
October 11, 2021 11:35 - 9 minutes - 10.5 MBWhen the news broke on social media bout someone stalking Alexa Bliss online, I came to the realization of how creepy some wrestling fans can truly be when it comes to their crushes on those in the business.
The History of Undertaker at Survivor Series | Wrestling vs. The World Podcast Episode 1
October 10, 2021 05:45 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBThis was the debut episode and original format of the podcast when I created it in November 2019, wanting to have different segments/bits for an overall topic. The original episode included a giveaway following trivia questions, but has been removed from this audio. This episode discusses the history of The Undertaker in regards to Survivor Series between 1990 and 2019, as this episode happened before his retirement at the 2020 event under the same name, and more.