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This week's episode discusses if the Wyatt 6 members have to be monsters. If they are, does WWE booking write themselves into a corner just like they did with Bray Wyatt's The Fiend? Jeff and Steve tackle the latest arguments on wrestling social media such as: Is Cody a boring champion? Is The Bloodline 2.0 lame? Why? Was Drew McIntyre's MITB cash-in a waste? With John Cena announcing his retirement tour, who will he put over in his final run? Why did Jeff stop watching AEW; could this be a reason ratings have been heavily declining in the past few months? All this plus, Mariah May turns on Toni Storm; Jon Moxley loses in real life jiu jitsu, Stephanie Vaquer debuts for WWE; a rant on Joe Hendry; and Jeff and Steve catch up on where they've been and the future of the podcast.
With WWE NXT beating AEW Dynamite in the ratings this week, Jeff and Steve take a hard look at what AEW is doing wrong and what NXT is doing right. From having younger, athletically focused talent to their recent crossover with TNA, NXT appears to have all the momentum. What are some things AEW can improve upon to stop the ratings nosedive? The boys also bring you their WWE Clash at the Castle predictions; review the results of NXT Battleground, discuss when Brock Lesnar might return, talk about Liv Morgan almost gets a mustache ride, and wake wrestling fans up to why Samantha Irvin can make her own decisions. All this plus we open up the mailbag to answer a question about The Bloodline booking and take it into a direction not many people seem to be talking about.
We can't get enough Liv Morgan and Dom Mysterio fantasy booking! Join Jeff and Steve this week as we add more tantalizing speculation to the hottest storyline in sports entertainment today. Will Dom cheat on Rhea? Has Dom already cheated? Is Finn Balor c-blocking? Is Dom an innocent victim to sexual harassment just like Michael Douglas in the movie "Disclosure?"
In our AEW recap, we bring you the latest updates with their media rights deal with Warner Bros. What happens to the TBS and TNT championship if AEW doesn't re-sign with WBD? Did anyone else notice MJF returned a lot leaner? And, we bring you our thoughts on the Forbidden Door build.
Free agent speculation is running rampant! We tell you where we think Becky Lynch, Ricochet, Chad Gable, and Natalya are going next.
All this PLUS, NXT Battleground predictions; what we think on the NXT/TNA crossover, including a debate on whether Jordynne Grace a superstar; and, WWE/AEW ratings, the latest news and Jeff's update from the Congo.
Steve and Ron helm the starship HH to preview the huge weekend of wrestling! We start with WWE King and Queen of the Ring predictions...with the new stipulation that provides new King and Queen's a title opportunity of their own brand at SummerSlam, how does this impact the favorites to win this weekend? Cody Rhodes enters Saudi Arabia as the new WWE Undisputed World Champion, how will he be received by the crowd after looking so fondly at former champ Roman Reigns? In WWE News, we try to figure out if Bianca Belair is indeed pregnant, what's Becky Lynch's contract status, and should the Velveteen Dream get a second chance at wrestling in the big leagues? We also preview AEW Double or Nothing...What titles do we expect to change hands? Will Mercedes Mone win AEW gold? Which match will be match of the night? Does Hook REALLY have a chance vs the Learning Tree Chris Jericho? All this plus, Sting's legacy continues thru his son, what's the trouble with AEW ratings, and we open up the mailbag for fun questions!
This week, we look into all the recent bad behavior in the wrestling industry! From Ric Flair's stupor at a pizza restaurant, to the AEW women enduring sexual harassment during their recent matches. Also, we look at Tony Khan's recent behavior as the "leader" of AEW and how he's been terrible at kayfabing a broken neck. We open up the Listener Mailbag to answer questions on recent WWE roster cuts and run down the WWE roster to see who we would cut. We examine about two recent things WWE has done that would NEVER have happened if Vince McMahon was still in charge. All this plus the latest wrestling news (such as Bobby Lashley and Drew McIntyre injured), rumors, we fantasy book a new, and interesting, gimmick for Zoey Stark, and an X-Men 97 review (Be forewarned...spoilers will be discussed immediately).
Jeff and Steve grab the reins of this week's show to review WWE Backlash from Lyon, France. Was the crowd REALLY that much of a distraction? Steve puts over AJ Styles vs Cody Rhodes. Now that they're tag champs, Jeff speculates when Jade will turn on Bianca, while Steve predicts why it will be Bianca instead. The Bloodline expands...the boys argue over why Vince McMahon would be highly disappointed. In AEW news, we continue to examine the downfall of AEW as they continue to lose viewers as Tony Khan makes a fool of himself on non-wrestling media. Should AEW make an effort to put more time into the AEW Champion, Swerve Strickland, rather than the Young Bucks' NWO-like takeover and Jon Moxley's IWGP World Championship? All this plus swoon over Tiffany Stratton, disagree on Kentucky Derby fashion, and answer the age old question: how bad are wrestling nerds?
Jeff does a rare solo show that begins with a mea culpa. He provides some annoyingly vague update on talks between AEW & WBD. He weighs in on legal matters like the Defense Answer and Motion in Grant v McMahon et al, the new FTC rule (related to releases?), shares for sale and related items. What did Kenny imply about Rossy? Who’s Rossy? Jeff liked, and disliked, Dynasty and has other arguments with himself. All this plus Swerve wins the most prestigious title in AEW, the latest Injuries, news, notes, ratings and more!
Negative 1 wasn't the only bad kid at WrestleMania, Bad Guy Jack was too...sort of. He shares his excellent adventures in Philly. Jeff and Ron also discuss whether WWE is squandering the renewed interest in the product with weak episodes of Raw. Did WWE disresepct Damien Priest again? Did Tony disrespect the AEW title and AEW itself by opening Dynamite with the IWGP/New Japan Pro Wrestling champion, Jon Moxley? Did AEW regain any momentum from Footage-gate? Did Tony slip in some truths during his press call? All this plus news, notes, ratings and AEW Dynasty predictions.
This week...Jeff and Steve review WWE Wrestlemania 40 as the dawn of a new era begins to set. We explore what the "new era" exactly means and what differences in booking and production have taken place since WM. We ponder what's next for all the major WWE champions like Bayley, Sami Zayn, and Cody Rhodes. In AEW News, we look at the fallout from the CM Punk/Wembley footage airing last week on AEW Dynamite. Was this a good idea? Is this AEW's "jump the shark" moment? Plus, Jeff shares an insider scoop as he's found out that Warner Bros. is not too happy with TK. We chat about the implications to AEW's new media deal. All this plus thoughts on...Will Osprey shoots on Triple H, Moxley wins the IWGP World Championship/Did Tony Khan buy it? Ronda continues to criticize WWE, will we ever see a day where wrestlers can enter into sponsorship deals? And we open up the mailbag!
Join Jeff and Steve as they run down the WWE Wrestlemania 40 card and discuss the CM Punk/Ariel Helwani interview, the odd way to begin AEW Dynamite this week, NXT Stand and Deliver predictions, ratings, and Vince McMahon's love letters.
This week...Jeff and Steve review The Rock putting an EPIC beatdown on Cody Rhodes; did this go too far? Who did this segment bring to tears? We discuss it all including what current booking eludes to Cody giving The Rock the main event at WWE Wrestlemania being the plan all along? CM Punk, Drew McIntyre and Seth Rollins tease their match-up for WM. Is this the right role for CM Punk? Also, which host speculates a Damien Priest cash-in at WM? Is a double turn coming for Rhea Ripley and Becky Lynch? We discuss why bringing up motherhood was an odd choice in Becky's latest promo. In our AEW Review, we look at the up-to-date booking of Mercedes Mone, and continue to ponder what she's in fact the CEO of? Jeff puts over Takeshita and argues why he should have never left Japan. All this plus Ronda Rousey, Bray Wyatt Hall of Fame speculation, and our predictions for WWE Slammy award winners.
This week...Steve and Jeff cover Mone debut Part Deaux as well as the week in wrestling. We question what is Mercedes the CEO of? And, Steve fantasy books a new nWo with the artist formerly known as Sasha Banks as the leader. We also have an "almost" exclusive piece of breaking news from our special guest, one of the fastest growing wrestling-focused YouTube channels, MARVIN THE MOVIE MONSTER from Tooney Town Wrestling! We discuss how Marvin got started on his YT channel, how he goes about creating all his parody songs, and he shares his journey on how he became a fan of pro wrestling. Also in this episode, we look at all the AEW controversies helping New Japan Strong. Slogging gets replaced by Wardlow-ing...plus, all the latest wrestling news, rumors and more!
Ron & Jeff cover the week in wrestling, but not before getting side tracked on a variety of items, like Ron's grade school days and Jeff's latest spin off project. Then we talk about...NXT! Oh yeah, we discuss Mercedes Mone's debut; how the choice of car can really make a difference; and how done is Wardlow? The other noteworthy AEW bits are discussed like Max Caster's week on social media and what is happening in Darby-world. We cover gossip and news. Clear up a few misreports out there and dive into the continuing build to Wrestlemania. All that, the latest wrestling news, rumors, and much, much more!
This week Jeff and Steve discuss Sting's retirement at AEW Revolution and ponder where Sting lands amongst the greatest wrestlers of all time. We review AEW Dynamite's new look, Okada's debut...was pairing him with the Young Bucks the best choice? With AEW Dynasty being unveiled as a new April PPV, is AEW looking to setup the Undisputed Kingdom as their new undisputed dynasty? The boys speculate on what MJF have to do with the new PPV? Cody slaps the Rock...we fantasy book WrestleMania 40 night 1 and 2. Bull Nakano, IRS and Barry Windham are the latest names to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, we discuss their eligibility. All this plus Mercedes Mone/Sasha Banks cheats on her latest "boyfriend" and don't forget we bring you all the latest wrestling news, rumors, and more!
In this episode, Jeff and Steve bring your AEW Revolution 2024 Predictions. We run down the card and attempt Meta AI to try and improve the booking of some of the matches. Jeff and Steve debate over the right for fans to boo or heavily criticize talent, like Maxxine Dupri, at live events. The boys bring you their final thoughts on WWE Elimination Chamber and analyze how the Grayson Waller segment lays out clues to Seth Rollins eventual heel turn on Cody Rhodes. Don't forget we bring you all the latest wrestling news, rumors, and signings! Plus, a hilarious skit where "Sir O. Medo" calls out his competition.
Ron & Jeff take you through the week in wrestling including Vince talk (because no one is tired of that); O’Shea Jackson Jr tried to give Tony Khan constructive criticism; and all the news, notes & a few rumors. Who’s the NXT promised surprise? Was Deonna Purazzo v Madison Rayne the worst tv match by 2 veterans? Elimination Chamber predictions (we did pretty good) including how Bobby and Knight were protected.
In this episode, Jeff and Steve deep dive into the AEW roster, including all the new CMLL talent. Find out if Ultimo Guerrero is related to any Guerrero, and his connection to The Ultimate Warrior. Also, a lot of criticism of the AEW rankings and career Wins and Losses. Plus, we fantasy book Seth Rollins vs The Rock and Jon Moxley with midgets.
Steve and Badguy Jack open the show discussing the WWE press conference to end all press conferences. Will Cody Rhodes vs Roman Reigns remain the main event of Wrestlemania 40 or can we still expect The Rock to push his way in to the match? We break down all the possibilities and why the WWE can't run back the same main event from last year. Also, how "ROYAL" is the Rhodes family in professional wrestling? We examine all the other families in wrestling and rank some others above Dusty's boys. The rest of the Wrestlemania 40 card starts taking shape as we speculate who Rhea Ripley will face, what's Seth Rollins path, we fantasy book Bianca Belair's road, and give Bayley her flowers. In our AEW Review, we discuss the rumored acquisition of Mercedes Mone, AEW's new Big Business show in Boston, Sting and Darby win the Tag Titles, what does the future hold for the new champs. If the Young Bucks are slated to be the next tag champs, we drop knowledge on why Private Party should be the tag team they put over. All this plus the latest wrestling news including a big shakeup at TNA and more!
LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED. On this special edition episode, Jeff and Steve review the 67-page legal complaint against Vince McMahon and WWE involving his alleged sexual misconduct, abuse, and sex trafficking. Jeff helps us break down what all the legal mumbo-jumbo means as we run down the timeline from how McMahon met Janel Grant to Linda McMahon finding out about his affair, and to the Non-Disclosure agreement. Will this go to trial? How is WWE involved and implicated in the lawsuit? We spend almost 2 hours discussing it all! Plus, in more regualor Faire, we review the 2024 Royal Rumble, Velveteen Dream's interview with Chris Van Vliet, the latest wrestling news, ratings and more!
It’s a Legion of Doom episode where the Bad Guy and Evil Dos are running this joint. We start with the mailbag and a meander into the Batman is evil conspiracy. From there we have you covered on the Hook v Samoa Joe controversy, Seth Rollins & Jinder Mahal, all your wrestling news and rumors, R-Truth is amazing, and ratings! We also devote a bunch of time to NXT. What’s up with Trick-Melo game? Is the Dusty Cup too storyline driven? What’s going on with wrestlers like Scapegoat Jack Perry, the philanderer formerly known as Dolph Ziggler, and politician Mustafa Ali, Guilia and others. What the hell is Ash D’ Elegance? Why we don’t care about Roman Reigns or CM Punk’s advertised schedules. And more!
Hammerlock Hangover continues bringing you the latest wrestling news! On this week's episode, Jeff and Steve discuss Tony Khan's first Twitter meltdown of 2024. Find out how it started and the cast of other wrestling stars that got involved as Tony came to defend his booking of Hook. In our AEW Dynamite review, we toss around ideas on who's next for Samoa Joe; The Young Bucks return: are we slated to see Darby Allin and Sting vs The Young Bucks? Deonna Purazzo goes after Toni Storm: we examine why she chose AEW over WWE. Mercedes Mone continues to not show up on AEW: when and where to expect her next? In WWE, could we see The Velveteen Dream return at the 2024 Royal Rumble? We book Patrick Clark's return to wrestling. Nia vs Rhea: when will it happen and why is it tied to a babyface turn for Rhea? We fantasy book Jade and Bianca facing off at the Rumble; Nick Aldis sets up a Fatal 4 Way for Roman Reigns: who eats the pin? All this plus, we open up the mailbag and we put over Ivar vs Otis (see title of episode for a hint). Enjoy!
Jeff, Ron and Steve guide the SS Hammerlock into 2024 with analysis on The Rock calling out Roman Reigns. What does this mean for Cody Rhodes? Will he be able to finish his story? We look at the odds of Rock vs Roman at Wrestlemania vs at Elimination Chamber in Australia. Steve shares his live experience at AEW's Worlds End PPV. You'll never guess how much an AEW World Title costs at a live show! We examine why the merch selection at AEW live shows sucks compared to AEW Shop. We review Adam Cole as The Devil: what worked and what didn't? Speculation on the future of MJF in AEW continues to swirl around the internet; we debate where/when we'll see MJF next. Does the Samoa Joe championship win mark a soft reboot for AEW? Jeff explains why he thinks so. Further review of Moxley vs Kingston, Adam Copeland vs Christian, and Chris Jericho boo'd. Also, Kevin Dunn resigns, we fantasy book Dolph Ziggler as the head of Bullet Club, Sasha Banks disappoints, and we find out about a movie called "The Machine."
With all the latest news on Non-Disclosure Agreements in wrestling, we've decided to drop a bonus episode to have our in-house legal expert, Jeff, to help explain what you need to know about NDA's in professional wrestling. Are all NDA's necessarily bad? What reasons would organizations need confidentiality agreements? Tap in to find out!
Join The Hammerlock Hangover as we ring in the New Year with our 2024 #Wrestling Predictions! Who will be 2024 top stars in #WWE, #AEW and indys? What wrestling feuds are we looking forward to in 2024? Plus, we bring you AEW Worlds End predictions, Chris Jericho XMas tweets, and the latest in wrestling news.
Jeff, Steve and Ron recap the year that was 2023 in professional wrestling. From Cody Rhodes winning the Royal Rumble to CM Punk returning to WWE, we cover it all and discuss it all! Who was the best male and female wrestler of the year? Best tag team? Best Swerve (besides Strickland)? Join us as we review what can be seen as one of the best years in the business of professional wrestling/sports entertainment.
This week, Jeff and Steve man the Hammerlock Hangover ship to review what is arguably the best promo of Seth Rollins career. We bring you the review of CM Punk choosing Raw and getting face to face with Seth. Learn what made this exchange so exciting and how it builds to #WrestleMania. This week brought a lot of speculation as to the future of #WWE Raw and #AEW. Can WWE edge out AEW as they look to court a new home for Raw? Will Warner Bros/Discovery be loyal to Tony Khan? We'll tell you why WWE is the obvious favorite for WBD between the two. Also, we break down the latest in the AEW Continental Classic. Who has a shot to win this tournament as things stand currently? What happened with Jericho and Kenny Omega during their latest promo? Steve books Swerve Strickland as The Devil. We analyze how much power does Bryan Danielson have in AEW? All this plus the latest wrestling news, ratings, and a legal review on the YEET trademark.
Jeff and Steve start the show by talking about the return of CM Punk to #WWE. We discuss what's next for him and dissect his promo from Monday Night and why it was a slap in the face to #AEW and Tony Khan. Speaking of Tony Khan, the boys speculate on why he leaked the news of Bryan Danielson being the one who decided to fire CM Punk. Also in this episode, Survivor Series 2023 reviews, Britt Baker hates her booking, baby fever hits the #wrestling industry, what AEW Rampage segment is expected to be cut down despite it being the best reason to tune in, a call from "Tammy Sytch" in jail, and fetishes discovered!
Ron & Jeff discuss #AEW Full Gear and its aftermath. Does anything with #MJF make sense? What did Jay White expect? And what is up with drinking human blood? We go over the news and notes of the week, including some delusional divas. The week in #WWE is covered going into our Survivor Series predictions and booking. Ratings, gossip and the mail bag too!
This week, Steve and Ron jump in front of the mics to discuss the latest and greatest in professional wrestling. Is AEW in the mud? With ratings and live event sales trending lower, and backstage morale at an all time low, is AEW checking off the boxes towards their demise? The boys review NXT Deadline 2023! Who's going to go over and who's going to get over? Steve fantasy books Otis as the modern day Heartbreak Kid, while Ron fantasy books Otis dating 90s pop superstar Mandy Moore. What's all this drama about Jey Uso's YEET shirt? Which WWE brand is CM Punk going to sign with? Is Sasha Banks going to return to WWE? And an interesting game of "Overrated/Underrated?" as we delve into Pro Wrestling Illustrated's Top 100 Tag Teams of 2023.
In a SUPERSIZED episode, Jeff, Steve and Ron predict what's going to happen on #AEW Full Gear 2023. From who's Tony Khan's surprise signee, to who's the devil, to who's MJF's partner, to who's going to win. Expect wacky predictions like Ric Flair running off with Nick Wayne's mom and Gran Metalik winning the ROH Tag Team Championship. We also fantasy book what #WWE Survivor Series would look like in Chicago without a CM Punk appearance. Can the WWE Universe expect CM Punk to show up? Only one way to find out...tap in and listen!
The last few weeks of wrestling have brought us immensely dumb moves and stories. From relinquishing your only championship to us it as motivation, to booking a substance abuse angle that jeopradizes your TV deal, to telling a major TV network to get lost, plenty of dumb moves all around! In this episode, Jeff and Steve review them all and ponder the reasons for ineptitude. Also, a sneak peak at AEW Full Gear 2023.
Ron & Jeff discuss the week in wrestling. TK’s big announcement. Woo! It’s Ric Flair too. Moxley’s safety protocols. Bryan’s injured again. MJF is everywhere and the Elite aren’t - well - elite. Our review of Night 2 of Halloween Havoc & Crown Jewel predictions. News, notes and ratings.
Jeff and Steve start off this show with an in-depth discussion on the career of Sting. Is his legend overhyped? Steve makes the case as he provides asks what has Sting really done and, more importantly, who has he put over? Jeff rants on TNA/Impact and their identity crisis. AEW continues to be desperate to pull ratings by leaning on Ric Flair? We review and talk about how NWA's new TV deal with the CW makes Tony Khan look bad. Also, we debate over is putting the AEW World Champion on AEW Collison a bad idea? We tell you why it can potentially have a negative impact on MJF and his future in wrestling. All this plus WWE Crown Jewel 2023 predictions, and "Steve's mom" calls in.
Ron & Jeff discuss the week in wrestling. NWA is moving on up. Is the CW WBD enough to involve exclusivity? Why is Mistico the new savior? Showtime KO’s combat sports. I still don’t care about the PWI lists. Halloween Havoc & Battle of the Belts 7 predictions, and more!
Jeff & Ron discuss the new era of AEW; Super Tuesday; Fastlane; Jade getting star treatment; Pillman becoming Lexis King. AEW brings us fresh champions or something. The will he or won’t he re: CM Punk. And all the news and notes in the world of wrestling. Except what we totally won’t cover.
In this episode, Jeff and Steve review the AEW debut of the superstar formerly known as Edge, Adam Copeland. We give you our thoughts on AEW WrestleDream, or as Steve calls it "Wrestle Nightmare." We preview the epic Tuesday night war as AEW changes nights due to playoff baseball to go head to head with WWE NXT. Is it fair that WWE loaded the NXT card for Tuesday just to try and demolish AEW? "Tony Khan" calls in to promote AEW Dynamite. What "he" pitches might startle you! Also, thoughts on NXT No Mercy results, WWE Fastlane predictions, and the latest wrestling news and notes.
In this episode, Jeff interviews Headlocked Comics Creator and Designer, Michael Kingston. Headlocked Comics is a self funded comic book series dedicated to wrestling. They discuss how Mike got into the business and what drives his passion for crossing over wrestling and comics. Mike has worked with wrestling superstars such as AJ Styles, RVD, Hurricane Helms, Jerry Lawler, and others.
In this episode, Steve predicts the pinnacle of #AEW has been reached and the end is near. With multiple injuries to top card talent, attendance embellishments, key stars jumping to #WWE, and lower domestic ticket sales, has AEW jumped the shark? Also, WWE releases talent, where do we expect this latest batch of free agents to go? Jeff describes the latest news out of the WWE/UFC/TKO merger. What does this mean for Vince McMahon? Is he in an honorary position? With his looming legal troubles, are VKM's days as a board member coming to an end? The Rock returns...is this one and done or is he building to the main event of Wrestlmania 40? All this, plus Hijo del Vikingo works up Jeff and we open up the mailbag to find out where to find soft core afternoon delight.
In this episode, we fear for our lives after CM Punk gets fired from AEW. Who's to blame? Is it Jungle Jim Perry? Is it Tony Khan? Is it The Elite? Or is it Punk himself? TK claims to have come to the decision by himself but with the help of his mysterious Disciplinary Committee? We speculate on the members of the Disciplinary Committee??? Without their lead draw, where does AEW turn for a hero? We look at all the possibilities. Steve ponders why no one has fired Moxley for being a public menace.
In WWE, we review Payback 2023, and Steve explains why Becky Lynch vs Trish is a 6 star match. Jey Uso gets traded to Raw, where is this going? All this, wrestling news, and a review of the latest Flash movie.
Ron and Jeff's excellent adventure ensues while Esteban Pineapple is away. We discuss the events leading into AEW ALL IN, including a backstage altercation between CM Someone and somebody Khan. We review the biggest wrestling show in history to the extent anyone cares anymore. Predictions for Payback and All Out. Oh...and a deep dive into skincare.
This episode covers Lacey Evans leaving WWE, Leatherface in AEW, All In Card Predictions, Asuka burying Stardom, Maxxine Dupri's rise, Chelsea Green's new tag partner, and who's Prince Nana?
On this episode, Jeff brings everyone up to speed on the build to AEW All In in Wembley Stadium and WWE Summerslam results
In this episode, Jeff & Steve discuss the latest results from #WWE Money in the Bank 2023 and #AEW Forbidden Door 2 (aka Forbidden Dork). With Damien Priest and Io Sky (aka Eeyore Sky) winning the briefcases, what's next for these two? Is Finn Balor jealous of Damien Priest's newly found fortunes? What's #Summerslam going to look like? We talk about LA Knight and his rise to the top of the IWC; is he too old to wrestle? Is he a copy of The Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin?
AEW gives us more tournaments than we can handle. Steve fantasy books the break-up of the Moxley-Paquette marriage. Rumors have Jade Cargill leaving AEW; will she go to WWE? Sting falls off things. Are Jericho and Sting too old to keep wrestling? Is WWE copying AEW's homework when it comes to booking Wembley Stadium in London?
All this, plus we look back at our 2023 predictions and see what we got right, and mostly what we got wrong...thus far.
This is a special crossover show between the PWC Network, Hamin Media Group/Channel Attitude, and our friends at The #WrestlingSoup Network. In this episode, we talk to one half of the NWA US Tag Team Champions, The Thoroughbred Anthony Andrews for "HP Cares for Cooper." Just over a year ago, there was a mass shooting in Highland Park, IL. Among the victims were 8 year old Cooper Roberts, his twin brother Luke, and their mother Keely. The #NWA, in association with the Highland Park community is participating in a non-profit event, "HP Cares for Cooper." All proceeds will go to needed alterations to the family home, medical equipment, bills, etc. In this interview, we talk about the special wrestling show, the tag team's challengers (The Savages), and what the event means to the team, the NWA and the community. "HP Cares for Cooper" events are scheduled for the weekend of July 8-9, 2023. Tickets are free for the 8th and only $24.95 for the NWA Powerrr tapings on the 9th. This cause is near and dear to Billy Corgan, who is a resident of the area. More info can be found at NWATix.com.
In this episode, Jeff and Steve are LIVE on the PWC Network taking comments on the state of pro wrestling. We cover AEW #ForbiddenDoor 2 predictions; our thoughts on the latest CM Punk drama; what's the deal with the Taya Valkyrie hate; is L.A. Knight too old for WWE; why the Charlotte hate is uncalled for; and we fantasy book Tony Khan in a submersible.
In this episode...we talk about bad BJ's, CM Punk getting buried by AEW, Charlotte returns, and Jeff learns about milkshakes that bring the boys to the yard.
AEW has a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT yet again with the news that AEW Collision will debut next month. Jeff and Steve bring you all the details on the new show: Who are the headliners? Why will some consider the names disappointments? Also, CM Punk finds a way to overshadow AEW's big announcement again! We report what drama Punk stirred up via his Instagram and why does this keep happening to Tony Khan? Jeff shares some inside intel he's found regarding the AEW negotiations with Warner Bros/Discovery and their new media rights deal. What do "operatives" have to do with any of this? The boys also run down predictions for AEW's Double of Nothing card, WWE's Night of Champions and NXT Battleground shows. We wrap with the news of Sami Zayn going to Saudi Arabia and Steve shoots on all the biased criticism of WWE and the Women's division. All this plus the latest wrestling news, we remember Superstar Billy Graham, Jeff gets laid, and Steve has a bad hair day.
In this episode, Jeff and Steve run down the WWE Draft...which draft picks made sense/which picks were weird, and what's up with all these free agents? We discuss draft surprises like the NXT picks and what surprises didn't happen? We analyze why the WWE Draft continues to be booked in the way that it is and what does USA and Fox TV executives have to do with it? Steve schools Jeff on European futbol/soccer as an argument over the definition of transfers ensues. We put over the new WWE World Heavyweight Championship while scoffing at the idea of it's "lineage." In our AEW review, we deep dive into why we suspect all the news about Wembley/ALL-IN sales are not exactly what they appear to be...how will a "sell-out" lead AEW to a new contract with Warner Brothers/Discovery? We review all the controversy around Britt Baker's bruised face being put on a tee shirt...MJF is critical of "spotty" wrestlers...CM Punk shows up at WWE and Impact...the 4 Pillars angle is losing steam...where did this Moxley vs Omega cage match come from and what does it have to do with their recent ratings for Dynamite? We close with WWE Backlash predictions...which matches do the boys agree/disagree on and will Steve survive the Rhea Ripley vs Zelina Vega match? All this plus the latest wrestling news and a shout-out to Eric Bana in "Munich."
In this episode, Jeff and Steve talk about the return of CM Punk; what's it going to take for AEW to fill Wembley Stadium; Drew McIntyre and Becky Lynch go dark on Twitter; a deep dive into the build of Solo Sikoa, and dreams about wrestling.
This episode delves into why Cody Rhodes just isn't ready to be at the top of the WWE mountain just yet. What's next for Roman Reigns and the Bloodline? A quick review of Wrestlemania 39. WWE is sold to the Endeavor Group; what does this mean for WWE talent? Jeff and Steve discuss why we won't be seeing a crossover of WWE and UFC superstars, but rather a crossover of marketing, promotion and production. Rumors have it that Vince McMahon is back to booking,... while the IWC has flipped out at this news, we dissect why you shouldn't believe everything that you hear. Jay White debuts in AEW... why didn't he go to WWE? We run through AEW's new reality show, Moxley on Renee Paquette's podcast, and the CM Punk meltdown... could it eventually lead to a CM Punk vs Omega main event at Wembley Stadium??? Also, Jeff dumps on Finn Balor, Vicki Guerrero starts a feud with her daughter, and we discuss remote viewing.
Jeff and Steve return this episode to review AEW Revolution 2023! Was MJF vs Brian Danielson the "Best Iron Match Ever?" Is showing up a child in the audience cheap heat? Could it hurt MJF's chances of going to WWE? Is Adam Page the new #1 contender for the AEW World Title? Jeff and Steve debate why the booking of the Women's Triple Threat was nonsense. In our AEW Dynamite review, we ask the question: how could you make both Powerhouse Hobbs and Wardlow look weak AF in less than five minutes? In NXT, Rok-C passes out...why is it Johnny Gargano's fault? Speaking of Gargano, will his re-emergence on NXT lead the way for Dragon Lee to appear? Where will Jay White show up? Most smart marks think he's destined to go to the WWE Main Roster, but Steve makes the case for why Switchblade should start in NXT. In our WWE review, Jey Uso returns to the Bloodline, Vince McMahon returns to Raw, and we recap the rumblings around John Cena vs Austin Theory at Wrestlemania. All this, plus we compare Robert Blake to Chris Benoit and a review on the biggest Oscar snub in history...Cocaine Bear!
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A rare solo show. We've been derelict and I lost sleep over it, so here it is. I hope you enjoyed this impromptu, yet weeks late episode. I tried to cover 4 weeks and news and issues. Hope I passed the audition. The team will be back soon.
In this episode...Drew Yari (from "The Drew Yari Show") joins Jeff and Steve to provide a first-hand account of the WWE Royal Rumble from San Antonio. Also, a Batista movie review... a Bray Wyatt impersonation... Luchasaurus gets sued for his mask... we ponder when the AEW Wrestling video game will be released, and the ghost of Lanny Poffo haunts Jeff.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In this episode...#WWE Royal Rumble Predictions! Could it be Cody Rhodes? Will we see The Rock? Could Sami Zayn or Seth Rollins pull out the victory in the 30 man Royal Rumble? Sure, Rhea Ripley is everyone's favorite, but which surprising Diva has an opportunity to win the Women's Royal Rumble? We discuss this plus our thoughts on Raw's 30th anniversary, LA Knight making the most of the opportunity given to him, and discuss betting odds for the rumble.
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With rumors of The Rock possibly coming back at WWE Royal Rumble, Jeff and Steve ponder why WWE seems so eager to sign more Samoans and Pacific Island wrestlers; could a possible Bloodline vs Bloodline storyline be around the corner with Roman Reigns and Rock spearheading their own factions? We remember Jay Briscoe, discuss his influence in wrestling. Vince McMahon's takeover of WWE continues to move quickly; we bring you up to speed with VKM taking back control of WWE, Stephanie stepping down, the rumored sale to a Saudi investment group, stock lawsuits and settlements. In AEW News, we look at the probability of AEW receiving a "Mercedes pop" for recent episodes of Dynamite. Discuss Soraya's heel turn and what appears to be a WWE vs AEW angle in AEW; is it lazy booking? Wardlow gets a haircut; too many open challenges; forgotten storylines; FTR written off TV; and new Trios Champions. In our WWE review, we debate on this year's Royal Rumble being criticized for "poor build;" is this a legitimate criticism? Dom and the Judgement Day continue to get over, are they ready for Tag Team Championships? WWE viewers continue to get teased with the return of The Hurt Business, will we see the return of one of the best factions in the last 5 years? Will the Street Profits join? To close out, we discuss the FTC Non-compete rulings and how it can possibly impact wrestling, Peyton Royce and Tye Dillinger have a baby, indy wrestling news and ratings.
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New Year and new lucha-things to talk about! This episodes starts with the debut of Mercedes Mone at New Japan's Wrestle Kingdom show. Jeff and Steve review her entrance, the exchange with Stardom Women's Champion Kairi Sane, describe what worked/what didn't, and get to the bottom of if it's Moh-nay or Money. Charlotte Flair returned as well; we explain why an icon of professional wrestling has every right to challenge for a world title right from the start, and look into why the Internet Wrestling Community was freaking out over Charlotte winning the Smackdown Women's title. Also, we chop up the breaking news of Vince McMahon's return to WWE as he attempts a semi-hostile takeover of the board. Will he succeed? If he returns, what does it mean for Triple H, Stephanie, and Top Dolla? All this plus, Darby wins the AEW TNT Title from Samoa Joe, Dax Harwood gets into hot water with the AEW locker room, Karen Jarrett dishes the dirt on Kurt Angle, Don West passes, and Steve buries the San Jose Civic Center. Enjoy!
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Welcome to our Hammerlock Hangover: Best of 2022/2023 Predictions Show! Steve and Jeff break down the year in wrestling through assorted categories such as Best Wrestler, Match of the Year, Tag Team of the Year, Most Improved, and more! Along with the year that was, the boys bring you 2023 predictions...Who will win the 2023 Royal Rumble? Who will headline WrestleMania? Who will be the Breakout Star of 2023? If this wasn't enough, we catch you up on the latest wrestling news such as Riddle in rehab? John Cena returns! Rumors swirl around the return of Vince McMahon, what's the possibility of it happening? Is FTR's recent losing streak related to their pending departure? And, what new factions are in AEW now? All this plus Jeff learns what a F*ckboy is!
Recent wrestling rumors have WWE Superstar Sasha Banks showing up at Wrestle Kingdom for New Japan Pro Wrestling in the new year. Jeff and Steve look at the possibility of this being true, along with rumors of Sasha signing with AEW. Could Sasha be looking to new pastures because she's afraid of falling behind newer superstars such as Bianca Belair? Who lives their best life in Mexico? William Regal was also looking for a new scene as he requested his release from AEW. Why did Tony Khan grant Regal's release? The boys discuss why Regal wanted out, the absurd send off he was given on AEW Dynamite, and what Tony's mom has to do with all of this. Pro Wrestling Illustrated announced their Top Tag Team of 2022, we delve into if their #1 tag team is truly deserving of the spot and which other top tag team is salty over it. ROH Final Battle 2022 Predictions...we set up how this PPV can be the re-launch of the brand on a new platform other than cable TV. NXT Deadline Predictions... why will a Hall of Fame bound tag team win NXT gold? All this, plus, Conrad Thompson starts a new wrestling business; wrestling legend Barry Windham hospitalized; Jeff sings; and, who in the blue hell is Regina D. Wade???
This week...ThunderRosa relinquishes the AEW Women's Title. We breakdown why this was long overdue and is her release imminent? Jaime Hayter is the new champ; how will she do? Did she break Toni Storm's nose at AEW Full Gear? Speaking of Full Gear, we catch you up on all the results of the latest AEW PPV, including the in-ring return of The Elite! Was CM Punk right calling them "children?" Plus, how is their Best of 7 series with Death Triangle different from previous "Best of 7" matches? MJF is the new AEW Champion; a lot of fans are calling this a "new era for AEW." Are they right, or are they just shilling for the cult that is AEW? With all the rumors of AEW getting more programming opportunities from Warner Bros/Discovery, the boys thought it'd be fun to come up with non-wrestling, AEW spin-off shows starring some of AEW's more famous talent. WWE debuts a new wrestling match idea for NXT called "Sole Survivor," we explain why this is one of the most innovative in-ring match ideas of the last 20 years. All this plus, NWA slip-ups and WWE Survivor Series predictions.
This week, Jeff and Steve RETURN! After some time off, the boys are back to talk about Andre The Giant, Road Dogg, Austin Theory, Nick Aldis and Omos. With the joke going around that Andre The Giant was the father of Jesus, we fantasy book other 80s Wrestling legends into Old Testament roles. Road Dogg puts himself over at the expense of Bret Hart; Steve explains why Road Dogg was a better Sports Entertainer that the Excellence of Execution. Nick Aldis quits NWA; Jeff dives into why this is a great move for Aldis and a troubling one for NWA. We review WWE Crown Jewel; what were some wins and what were some disappointments? Steve gushes over the potential of Omos. Is Sami Zayn the most over babyface in WWE right now? We break down his potential of being the guy to uncrown Roman Reigns at Wrestlemania. MJF drops another "fire" promo; or did he? Steve explains why MJF set himself up for a burial instead. Jeff critiques the recent Daniel Bryan vs Sammy Guevara feud; where did it hit and where did it miss? Austin Theory breaks the IWC with his failure to translate the MITB opportunity into a title win; Steve analyzes why this could either mean Theory is turning face, or might be setting up the return of a WWE icon. All this plus, WWE sends Shinsuke Nakamura to Japan, a brief AEW Full Gear Preview, and is Steve the only one to confuse PCO with Glacier?
In this episode, Jeff and Steve analyze why Adam "Hangman" Page is an idiot. Many in the IWC start to speculate whether his injury this past Wednesday on AEW Dynamite was a "work" or a "shoot;" we look into both scenarios, and answer the question of whether he's a safe worker. Another MJF promo and another week where fans call it the "best promo ever;" is it though? We dissect the promo to reveal whether or not it is indeed the best. The war between AEW and WWE NXT was rekindled as both brands went head to head for the first time in over a year. Who won the Tuesday Night War? The WWE Premium Live Event schedule for 2023 was released; we look at which shows have been removed and which shows have been added, including one show many will find as a surprise. With NXT Halloween Havoc this weekend, we bring you Halloween Havoc predictions! ROH potentially has a new TV deal. Thunder Rosa has a war of words with Toni Storm. Jeff fantasizes about Bray Wyatt's Friday Night Smackdown promo; what excites him about the potential storyline for the returning Eater of Worlds? Bobby Lashley gets his revenge on Brock Lesnar. Elias returns to Monday Night Raw. Baron Corbin returns to Raw; what could have been better about his return and what upside does he have in the next upcoming weeks? All this plus the latest wrestling news, ratings, and a call from Quincy Elliot's aunt.
On this episode, Jeff and Steve reunite to review WWE Extreme Rules 2022. Was it the best PPV/PLE of the year? Bray Wyatt returns, who's excited and who's not? Jeff is disappointed by Karrion Kross vs Drew McIntyre. We chat about whether Bayley should have beaten Bianca for the Raw Womens Championship. Is Triple H booking the return of factions to WWE? Seth wins the US Title; should he have after a recent slew of losses? Brock vs Lashley appears to be set up for WWE Crown Jewel; could the return to Saudi Arabia mark the return of Vincent Kennedy McMahon? We fantasy book a femme fatale for the Bullet Club. Give our thoughts on the DX Reunion. And, was Charlotte Flair in Disney's "Hocus Pocus 2?"
In our AEW Review, we label Renee Paquette a "Gamechanger." Why Nancy Pelosi cut a better promo than Adam Page? We recap Tony Khan on Ariel Helwani's YouTube show and show him how to properly answer tough questions. Has Dan Lambert been quietly released from AEW? What's up with Saraya's start/stop booking? Has Wardlow cooled off? If so, who is to blame? And, is AEW withholding injury news from the wrestling media?
We close with the Good Brothers allowed to work for WWE and New Japan; Ricky Steamboat prepares for his "last match;" and a summary of the latest wrestling ratings.
Are AEW wrestlers asking for their releases, only to walk it back? It appears that's the case for Malakai Black, as he took to IG to set recent rumors straight. Jeff and Steve discuss what could be the motive for Malakai to back-peddle. Since debuting on the WWE Main Roster, Damage Control has lost a lot of heat. An argument ensues between the boys as to who is responsible for the recent criticism of Bayley's faction. Is Dexter Lumis getting over or is the experiment over? Seth Rollins debuts a Peruvian Necktie. Jeff fantasy books a Lashley heel turn. The Judgement Day continues to split the boys, as they discuss the pros and cons of the faction's latest moves. Is Rhea Ripley a "heater?" More White Rabbit stuff; how does it tie into Alice in Wonderland? We speculate as to what other WWE Superstar could be at the root of these teasers. Could we see the return of Bad Bunny? Is Sable Hall of Fame worthy? An analysis of Sasha Banks' latest moves outside of wrestling leaves the IWC guessing her next move. Our AEW Review gets delayed by a hurricane. Saraya disappoints in her first showing after debuting last week. Why did this leave Jeff wanting more? The Dynamite card flounders with championship matches with no build. Jeff criticizes Adam Page's clothes. And, we discuss which Batman villains would make good wrestling gimmicks.
Rumors of the quiet release of CM Punk from AEW have begun this week. What does this mean for the future of AEW? Jeff and Steve reunite this week to discuss what might possibly be the biggest business blunder in the history of professional wrestling as TK allows his only genuine draw to walk out. AEW crowns a new champion; we review why Bryan Danielson clearly doesn't want to be the full-time AEW Champion. Saraya, fka Paige, debuts; what can fans expect from her in AEW? We have a brief chat on why AEW fans love to call recent signings "game changers." The Acclaimed win the AEW Tag Team Championships; where do they go from here? Chris Jericho wins the ROH World Championship, is he the big star ROH needs to secure them a TV deal? Does Jericho's win mean the man formerly known as Cesaro is a bust? Julia Hart gets banged. Is a House of Black breakup imminent? Jeff and Steve acknowledge the best long-term story arc in wrestling, Roman Reigns and the Bloodline, as WWE finds ways to produce compelling storylines and sell two shirts in one Smackdown segment. Plus, we explain why Logan Paul is the best option to main event a big PLE for WWE. The boys debate over the value of Dominik Mysterio and whether or not The Judgement Day are a breath of fresh air to Monday Night Raw. Jeff puts over Liv Morgan....kinda. Who's better: Pete Dunne or Butch? Is Braun looking weak in his angle with Otis? What's all this stuff about the White Rabbit and how could it tie into Bray Wyatt? All this, plus wrestling news including Ricky Steamboat wants one more match; is the Divas Title coming back? Why Steve believes WWE leaked the news of the Young Bucks sending "feelers?" Ratings, latest injuries, Jeff thinks Action Bronson is an indy wrestler, and a few "celebrities" call in to wish us a Happy 100 episodes.
The 100th Episode reviews the week in wrestling without Steve. It's mostly unfettered Jeff! With some JImmy T added in!
This week we put the F-All in Fall Brawl! We start off HOTTER than an AEW Press Scrum as Steve has a gripe with the EVPs of AEW and their "mistreatment" of CM Punk. Meanwhile, Jeff defends the wrestling "Elite" for their actions after the scrum as they stand together to defend a poor ROH schlub named Colt Cabana. Who's right? Who's wrong? You decide! Plus, why in the world are Adam Page and Sammy Guevara in a World Title tournament when they've been accused of starting real drama with two AEW stars? We review AEW All Out 2022, tell you what is the most AEW thing they did during the Casino Battle Royale; explain a major plot hole in the return of MJF; we give our predictions on the new AEW World Champion, who should be the new flagbearer for AEW? We make a case for Luchasaurus turning into Psychosis 2022; review WWE Clash at the Castle; keep bringing up BANGERS to Jeff; give Sheamus his flowers; play peek-a-boo with Dexter Lumis; gush over Mickie James last match tour on Impact, and discuss the latest wrestling news, notes, and ratings. If this wasn't enough, we also receive a call from "Velveteen Dream" and tell you when Mindy's Bakery in Chicago is open.
With all the drama swirling about AEW, Jeff and Steve thought it'd be best to bring on a guest to discuss all the madness. This week, we welcome one of the fastest growing personalities in the IWC today, "Banana Williams" from Xero News, to discuss the landscape of Internet Wrestling dirtsheets and what the hell is happening backstage with AEW. We breakdown why the Punk vs Moxley ratings should be of concern to Tony Khan, why the AEW/Warner Brothers Discover relationship is fracturing, what WBD is steaming mad about, and what do they want changed with AEW Programming? We also delve into the possibility AEW Rampage is in jeopardy of being cut, will Dynamite move to one hour, and what program is the biggest threat to replacing AEW in the next year or so? Hint: it's not wrestling related. We also chop it up about Eddie Kingston swinging at Sammy Guevara backstage, CM Punk taking his ball and going home, and ThunderRosa's surprise announcement. Jeff and Steve touch on Johnny Gargano's surprise return to the WWE main roster and what can you expect of him? Bayley's faction seems to be losing steam; rumors of the WWE Draft being postponed until after Wrestlemania; and what's the latest regarding the WWE Women's Tag Team Tournament? If all this wasn't enough, we with Vince McMahon a happy 77th birthday, compare Tyler Bate to Tyrion Lannister, and share some "exclusive audio" from Tony Khan's backstage talent meeting.
What's this about DRAMA backstage in AEW? Jeff and Steve breakdown the strange saga between CM Punk, Adam Page, and Tony Khan's involvement in it all. Are the rumors of CM Punk almost walking out over a tiff with Page over a month ago legit? Why did TK pull Punk vs Moxley off the All Out PPV to put it on free tv next week? We give you a unique take on what the driving motive to move this match up is and how it could possibly be related to the infamous Montreal Screwjob. Is MJF expected to return? Who will headline All Out now? Plus, in our WWE review we talk about contract tampering. Would the WWE be dumb enough to reach out to active AEW talent to lure them away from AEW? Brandi Rhodes is spotted at the Performance Center; we tell you why this news excites us! We bring you the latest on the WWE Womens Tag Team Tournament, who we think will win. Praise is heaped on NXT Heatwave; we tell you why you shouldn't be surprsed in their ratings upset. Plus, Tammy calls in and a brief tutorial on scarfing.
This week EVERYTHING is AEW-some! CM Punk returns to face off with Jon Moxley...Jeff and Steve share their takes on what some people are calling "the greatest build since Rock vs Hogan" Despite all the excitement surrounded around Punk's return, what misstep happened that seemed to be missed by most pro-wrestling critics? Did Punk come back too soon? Is Tony Khan desperate given the fact WWE is bringing back fresh talent during the Triple H era? We review Darby Allin vs Brody King...how much blood is too much? Why was Sting sleeping in a coffin? Miro drops a promo against Malakai Black...who's the woman trying to touch him? The AEW Trios Tournament begins...we bring you our predictions and discuss why can't Penta El Cero Miedo keep his mask on? In our WWE review, we recap the recent surprise returns of Karrion Kross, Scarlett, and Dexter Lumis. Will their additions to the main roster add any value? Rumors circle around the return of Bray Wyatt, while Sasha keeps her distance from fans. Jeff and Steve heap praise on Bobby Lashley vs Ciampa on Monday Night Raw. Liv gets boo'd on Smackdown...Steve comes to her rescue while Jeff explains why she's a heel. The Women's Tag Team tourney begins...we give you our favorites to win the titles. The Dom and Rhea love story continues...Jeff proposes an angle for Dom to earn his lucha mask. We also bring you the NXT Heatwave card, what our best guesses are at the outcomes, and who might be headed to the main roster next. All this plus, the latest wrestling news and ratings!
After an epic WWE Summerslam, tune in to hear our review of the key matches, MVPs of the show, and what to expect from the surprises unveiled. With the Triple H Era of WWE underway, what changes have occurred after Summerslam that spotlight a different creative process has begun? Can we all agree it's time to give the Miz his flowers? Jeff and Steve also discuss the new of Discovery/Warner Brothers drastically changing HBO Max, and what it can possibly mean for AEW's future. What is the market to re-sign AEW to TNT? Where does ROH fall in all of this, if at all? This, plus Tammy Sytch (fka Sunny) kisses Kid Rock, a wrestler with zero wins lately is getting a title shot, Cristian almost dies, Moxley forgets his promos, Mario party mini-games, and why Bianca Belair vs Iyo Skye was a "must watch" match this past week.
With WWE SummerSlam 2022 this weekend, Jeff and Steve look at the epic card and run down potential winners, losers, and surprises! What's next for Brock? Steve makes a case for why fans shouldn't sleep on Roman Reigns vs Brock Lesnar. Will Theory cash in? Can Liv beat Ronda clean? The boys speculate on a wonky finish that will protect Liv and Ronda. Will Edge, Sasha Banks, or Bray Wyatt return? Will Dom Mysterio finally turn on his father? We'll discuss it all, including which GOLDEN character could possibly come out to challenge Seth Rollins. Plus, we recap the news of Vince McMahon retiring from WWE. Why did he step down and what's next for him? Triple H takes over as the Head of Creative, what changes can we look forward to? Will HHH bring back any of his former talents from NXT? Will the 24/7 Title be eradicated? The boys break down why those expecting a WWE x AEW crossover shouldn't hold their breath. Tony Khan gives us a new ROH Champion in the artist formerly known as Cesaro. How did Jonathan Gresham get the short end of the stick? Is Claudio a real draw, and more ROH Death Before Dishonor results. AEW Dynamite brings us Danielson vs Daniel Garcia, Moxley vs Rush, Jericho Appreciation Society infringes on Tribal Territory, and we share a hearty laugh over Meltzer claiming AEW is worth $400 million dollars.
Don Stevens is All Elite, or are they? This week, Jeff and Steve answer the question: who is Don Stevens, what is their involvement in AEW, how are they associated with Aubrey Edwards, what do they have to do with copyright strikes, and are they dead? We jump discuss most of the week's trending topics in wrestling such as: Road Dogg's criticisms of AEW and Wardlow, Cody Rhodes wins an ESPY, Jungle Boy and Luchasaurus are together again, and Jericho vs Kingston proves to be a sloppy mess. In our WWE recap, we review Jeff Jarrett announced as a special guest referee at SummerSlam, more on Lacey Evans heel turn, Edge and Bayley return rumors, Miz accepts Logan Paul's challenge: but who's the heel? We also cover AEW ratings, a drop in attendance, Omega return rumors, Malakai Black doesn't know how to spit, Ric Flair finds his final opponent, the Briscoes sign with ROH, Death Before Dishonor card predictions, and is Andrade really injured? All this, and Jeff describes a team-building event with his new pal, Lily.
This week we the dynamic duo talk more Vince McMahon sexcapades as the WSJ reports of three more instances of VKM paying women hush money, including one talent. Could it have been Sapphire? It's the seven year anniversary of the Four Horsewomen debuting on WWE; we look back at the impact of Charlotte Flair, Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch and Bayley. Jeff and Steve give their Mount Rushmore of women's wrestling to date. Plus, with A&E's Biography on Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels rivalry, the boys discuss their memories of what some call the greatest rivalry in wrestling. In WWE News this week, we cover a lot of turns...Lacey Evans, Dolph Ziggler, and Cora Jade all turned this week. We review what is the motivation for turning them and why you can never trust a wrestler with a skateboard! We get teased over more cursing, coagulation, and cleavage on Raw, and speculate on who the Special Referee for the Usos vs Street Profits Summerslam Match could be. In AEW notes, Jeff and Steve discuss the coronation of new Tag Champs, what does this mean for Keith Lee and Swerve, why they have a terrible tag team name, and will their run be short-lived? We review Fyter Fest, compare Tay Conti to Zsa Zsa Gabor, poop on Wardlow's booking, and put over Takeshita. AEW announces the location of their next PPV, we feign shock at the news. We close with random wrestling news on Marty Scurll, an update on Big E's health, and more.
This week, Steve is back from stealing ethanol in the mid-west to review WWE Money In The Bank results with Jeff. What do the boys think about Liv Morgan and Theory winning the MITB Briefcases? We play a game of "Who Would You Rather Be: Theory or Sammy Guevara?" Jeff expresses his disdain for Liv Morgan. Jeff and Steve bicker over the size of the WWE Main Roster, and speculate on the return of Bray Wyatt. Kenny Omega emerges on a gaming stream to reveal a surprising update on his health progress. We discuss how much are the injuries to talent such as Omega, CM Punk, Brian Danielson, and more costing AEW? Matt Menard (from 2point0) delivers a promo some people online are calling the "Promo of the Year," we temper expectations and explain why people in catering didn't even seem to care about it. In reviewing AEW Dynamite and Forbidden Door, Steve asks whether Moxley can have a wrestling match without blood or hardcore hijinx? The boys discuss the Jeff Hardy/substance abuse double standard amongst wrestling fans. In other stuff around wrestling, Jordynne Grace tweets about Chris Benoit and sends the IWC into a tizzy; we bring you an update for the "Ric Flair's Last Match" card; apparently, no one is looking for the AOP any longer; TK is open to working with WWE, is WWE interested in working with AEW? Pat McAfee resigns...re-signs? Buff Bagwell Twitter scandal; Tony Atlas buries The Rock's dad; and, we school you on why hating on Carmella is not cool.
This week...Jeff and Steve continue covering the saga of Vince McMahon's legal "affairs." A lot has happened since the last episode: VKM stepped down as CEO, Stephanie steps up, others got demoted and promoted. We'll bring you up to speed on the latest. Along with our take on Vince's odd, yet cryptic showings on Smackdowm and Raw. Steve explains how he's exuding big D energy. The boys discuss the rumor of Triple H returning to NXT and what it could mean for NXT 2.0. Jeff trashes Raw while Steve explains why Carmella, Riddle, and Becky all make sense. AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door is coming up, we discuss the build, or lack thereof, and give predictions. Did Okada really show up on Dynamite on his Sunday laundry clothes? We make the case for why AEW is doing no favors to their talent, much like Impact did for AEW. Will MJF show up at Forbidden Door? Will he get paid? Will Sasha show up? We answer all these questions, and read listener mail!
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Holy NDA Batman! Jeff and Steve breakdown the news of WWE CEO Vince McMahon having a torrid affair with a staff member and how it will possibly effect the future of the WWE. Will he be fired? Can he be fired? Our legal expert, Jeff, explains why the Board of Directors will have a hard time proving and ousting the Chairman. How does Stephanie play a part in all this? We run rampant on speculation! Furthermore, we breakdown the break down of AEW Forbidden Door. Where's Okada? Where's Andrade? Why are only two matches announced for this card and we are two weeks away? Plus, a discussion on the New Japan G1 tournament participants, and the surprising missing wrestlers. All this plus wrestling news, ratings, and Alberto Del Rio!
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This week Jeff and Steve return to discuss wrestling injuries and titles. First, we dive into the details of the CM Punk injury, when did it occur? Could it have been avoided? Is he a buffoon? We also chat about the new AEW All-Atlantic Title and scoff at the irony of being All-Atlantic but having competitors from the pacific involved. Plus, how many championship titles is enough for AEW? We discuss the Forbidden Door build; will Okada be added to the card and why does Steve vehemently believe Hangman Adam Page has no chance in hell to beat Okada? Also, is AEW in hot water with Discovery? We argue as to what Discovery will want from AEW for any future deals and of Tony Khan would be willing to sacrifice the future of his franchise to appease the new network heads? In our WWE coverage, we briefly review HIAC and NXT: In Your House 2022. We compare the Cody Rhodes injured to CM Punk's and estimate his return. Finn Balor and Edge execute one of the best double turns in recent memory. And, we cover the latest wrestling news including Paige coming back to in-ring action? Stephanie gets replaced? A new NWA Champion? and ratings!
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This week Steve returns to express his displeasure with all things AEW Double or Nothing. The boys start off talking about the MJF promo and news of his displeasure with Tony Khan. We answer the question, is this a shoot or or a work? Was the squash match vs Wardlow the issue? Whats next for MJF? We cover it all! AEW crowns a new World Champion in CM Punk; we review the match and is Adam Page out of the title picture or is here a heel turn coming for the former Champ? In WWE news, we give "Hell in a Cell" and NXT: In Your House Predictions. Jake Atlas gets arrested. We remember Hillbilly Jim and ask when was he "offensive?" Plus, who's got Sanga-mania? And what's the cure?
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Jeff is going solo this week. Sort of. Steve is “on a break”…partying with Tony K most likely. So, Jeff is left his own evil devices. Thus, he enlisted Jimmy Terrifying to help produce the show and we were live! Jeff even let Jimmy speak occasionally. The week in wrestling was discussed. Shows were reviewed. Predictions were made. LIMITLESS POWER!!!!
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WWE Superstars Sasha Banks and Naomi walk out on the company as Raw is on the air, we break down the whole story including the announcement om Smackdown of their suspensions. A new tag team title tournament will commence in a few weeks, we speculate on who can will be involved and which team of former Raw Women's Champions can make an immediate impact! That wasn't the only news coming out of WWE Smackdown this week, we talk about the new unified tag champs, what's next for Roman Reigns, and Stephanie McMahon takes a leave of absence. In AEW news, we touch on more backstage rumors of unhappy talent, concerns over Tony Coke's erratic booking, and Kenny Omega takes shots at his own company. Also, Dynamite runs long and is forced to cut the end of their show abruptly, Hangman continues to look weak, and Bryan Danielson gets stuck on his way out of an AEW ring. We close with Ric Flair teasing one more match in Nashville, ratings, and Velveteen Drwam calls in!
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With WWE Wrestlemania Backlash behind us, Jeff and Steve look back at what we got right and review what might have been WWE's best pro wrestling event this year. We look at the newest member of The Judgment Day, Rhea Ripley, and speculate on who will be next to join them. Jeff tries to make Domenik Dijakovik A THING again. Steve explains why Roman Reigns doesn't want to go back to Trenton, NJ. Jeff literally takes a victory lap after assuming Lacey Evans is turning heel. Alexa Bliss returns to her old gimmick, but with Lily in hand, we explain why. The Owen Hart Tournament FINALLY gets underway. Jeff explains how having Darby Allin jump off 30 ft ladders was tone deaf with Owen's family watching at ringside. Has AEW World Champion Adam Page gone from "cowboy sht" to "coward sht?" A major wrestling star names Dax Harwood the best wrestler this year. Also, we brand a new AEW faction the "NY Boys," dissect why MJF is unhappy with his current contract, and rundown New Japan's Capital Collision card.
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The diva formerly known as Sunny finds herself in major legal trouble after getting arrested this week... AGAIN! The boys discuss Tammy’s legal issue(s) and do a retrospective of her career and fall. From there, we pivot to Wrestlemania Backlash predictions and we future fantasy book a bit. Despite the weather, we’re Spring Breakkin’ and talking WWE NXT releases and contract expirations. The good, bad and ugly of AEW is addressed. Of course, all the news and notes and ratings for numerous promotions; and, a new nickname for Tony Khan!
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This week, Jeff makes the case for the fanfare and jubilation with Cody Rhodes return to WWE is done. Steve defends Cody as one of the top merch sellers and we examine if that's true. The team former known as The IIconics leave Impact Wrestling to pursue other opportunities. We discuss what those opportunities may be and the possibility of a return to WWE. Randy Orton celebrates 20 years, we look back at his best gimmicks and ask who were his best opponents. Asuka and Ali return to WWE Raw, but to different reactions. Steve breaks down why Ciampa attacked Ali and how VKM might be involved. In our AEW Review, we ponder why there's a game of "hot potato" going on with the TNT Title; what follow up, if any, was there to promote the "Forbidden Door" show; where's the AEW Champions; and which former WWE superstars are expected to show up next week. All this, plus Becky Lynch claims WWE had the best Women's wrestling, Jeff reviews "The Batman," and Steve pitches a Pentagon movie for Bad Bunny.
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This week Jeff & Steve are joined by Josh Silverberg from The "Off The Mat" Wrestling Podcast to discuss the new crossover event between AEW x New Japan, as well as all things wrestling. We fantasy book some potential matchups; debate on who needs this partnership more; deliberate on whether the term "Forbidden Door" means anything currently; and, explain why Doctor Who should sue Tony Khan. In our WWE recap, we review the Ezekiel Lie Detector segment on Raw; plus, discuss what other WWE Superstars could do a good job in this angle besides Kevin Owens. We commit to the commitment ceremony between Tozawa, Tamina, Reggie and Dana Brooke, while pondering whether Sasha Banks should've been involved. All this, plus, is Alexa Bliss pissed off about WWE Creative? And, Jeff-hausen swings by.
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With WWE Wrestlemania behind us, Jeff and Steve decide to reset with new storylines, gimmicks, and callups! Was Cody and Miz on WWE Raw a worked shoot? The boys debate over whether The Miz is a "top card talent," or whether he's just a "made man." We cover he WWE Tag Team Title unification storyline. Are we seeing the start of a Roman vs RKO feud, or are the seeds planted for Riddle to turn on Randy? Jeff drops his 2 cents on recent NXT callups; which are working? Which aren't? Who could benefit from wearing a toga? Also, Why were so many fans upset at Sonya Deville this week? In our AEW review, we cover a tough week for Tony Khan. From his odd tweets about internet bots being paid to bash AEW, to the lame debut of Satnam Singh, to the criticism of Adam Cole wearing a crown of barb wire, we discuss all the criticism lobbed at TK this week. Steve rants on the lackluster TNT Title picture, why AEW has buried recent signees, and how does anyone show up to a wedding wearing a Cincinnati tee shirt? All this, plus ratings, we tip AEW's "special announcement," and Sunny calls in looking for a Nigerian Prince.
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Steve gives a first hand Wrestlemania report and discusses his time in Dallas, the ROH Supercard of Honor, GCW and Mission Pro shows, the scene, and the dead bodies. Really. The guys also give their thoughts on Nash Carter’s situation. We also discuss Tammy Sytch (aka Sunny) and what everyone feared. All this, plus, the invisible man, social distance wrestling, and the week in wrestling!
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Are you ready for the MOST STUPENDOUS wrestling podcast?!? This episode welcomes back Kevin Castle from the "Wrestling Soup" and the "Castle and Chickie Podcast Adventures" to discuss WWE Wrestlemania 38 Predictions. Tune in to hear Kev's take on the build to WM. Can we expect Cody? Will he bring Pharoah? Will we see the start of a new "Corporate" faction led by the American Nightmare? Which titles will change hands? Which won't? Is there a possibility they turn the Women's Tag match into a 40 team extravaganza? What Wrestlemania moments can we expect? Will MVP turn on Lashley? Can we expect to see Roman Reigns victorious at the end? Do we see The Rock? Will we see Wee Man pin Sami Zayn? We answer all these questions, speculate on the Raw After WM, NXT Stand and Deliver Predictions, and more! Including, Ric Flair cuts down his podcast partner, Tony Khan debuts a new AEW signee, a review of indy shows during WM weekend, and Jeff admits to meeting a vampire in Dallas. Enjoy the most optimistic take of the WWE product you'll listen to all Wrestlemania weekend!
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The fellas discuss the build to Wrestlemania and whether a successful and good Wrestlemania need to be the same thing. Thin roster, schmin roster, especially when building a women’s tag match. If not Cody, then who? Omos v Lashley? They also pontificate upon the myriad of shows around Wrestlemania. And don’t forget AEW! The silliness that was AEW this week is dissected. Jeff also blathers on about…I forget…stuff.
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This week, the boys look back at a heavy week of wrestling including a severe injury to former WWE World Champ, Big E, and the passing of a wrestling legend, Razor Ramon. Plus, we interview wrestling Twitter influencer, Bill Shannon, on the current Wrestlemania build, his Twitter feuds, and he makes the case for why Impact Wrestling is a hidden gem. Plus, is AEW getting stale? We pitch ideas on Wheeler Yuta. Oh, and more Jonah talk!
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This week we interview one of the fast rising Indy Wrestling Referees, David Sanderson. He gives us the scoop on what it's like to be a ref, how he got into it, and the importance of networking. He also give sus a first hand account of the "Contol Your Narrative" live show that occurred last week and clears up misconceptions about the experience. As usual, we discuss the results of AEW Revolution 2022, what's next for CM Punk, MJF, Adam Page, Cole, and Dante Martin. Was Scorpio Sky's won hotshot'd? Will he be fed to Wardlow? Did Sammy no want to do the job to Wardlow? We discuss. In WWE, we recap he many recent title changes on TV, the MSG show, Steve Austin returning for one more match, and Alicia Fox is dating who?
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In this episode we ask the question: who gives a damn about karate? We open with the big news of the week, AEW President Tony Khan buys Ring of Honor wrestling. What will TK do with it? What did he buy? How much did he spend? And, why were so many ppl marking out at a rich boy buying some garbage? We discuss the recent legal troubles of the artist formerly known as Sunny, as well as Cain Velasquez. The boys review Pat McAfee's interview with Vince McMahon. Would you rather be a WWE Superstar or a pro wrestler? Who will Pat McAfee wrestle at Wrestlemania? Finally, AEW Revolution 2022 Predictions.
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This week we start off with the news of Cesaro leaving WWE. Jeff and Steve review his career highlights and discuss what's the upper BAR of opportunity for him in the open market of pro wrestling. In reviewing Elimination Chamber and Brock Lesnar's win, we take a detour down 80s wrestling memories and who Brock will face at MSG this weekend. We compare Roman Reigns vs Goldberg to Okada vs Omega, and what exactly is a "Goldberg Broadway?" In our Q-A-Khan segment this week, we speculate on what's this week's "big announcement." Is it a business partnership with NJPW for the G1? Is it video game news? Is he closing up shop? Also, Jeff rants on why this week's episode of AEW Dynamite insulted his intelligence, plus a unique perspective on MJF's "epic" promo this week. We dissect the new "Control Your Narrative" promotion; will they make wrestling great again? Bryan Danielson criticizes AEW talent; is there validity to his comments? Also, Jeff turns heel again and ruins the ending to the latest Bond movie.
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The guys are joined by False Count Radio’s Andrew Karluk, to discuss the tumultuous week in wrestling. Obviously we mean Quinn McKay going to Level Up. Or Cody Rhodes to the E! Facts, timelines, theories and conspiracies are discussed. There’s a QAKhan here too! A review of the shows including Vengeance Day, and our Elimination Chamber predictions. Also, Jeff is politically incorrect - again.
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With AEW stealing all the wrestling headlines this week, Jeff and Steve start off by reviewing the debuts of Keith Lee and Switchblade Jay White. Was it good? Was it lumbering? Was it mind blowing? With reports stating some AEW talent will not be re-signed, we speculate on who will be let go. Miro us ready for a return, or is he? Also, why is Steve upset with Tony Khan's "announcement," how do you have a Texas Deathmatch in New Jersey, and why Lance Archer has been Adam Page's best opponent to date. Hikaru Shida criticizes AEW, will she face the wrath of Khan? The boys argue over Goldberg getting a shot at Roman Reigns, why Becky isn't ready to fight Ronda Rousey, and NXT Vengence 2022 predictions. We close with a discussion of Seth Rollins "Mt Rushmore of Wrestlers." Plus, a brief conversation on "The Book of Boba Fett" and the icon that is Black Krrsantan (the 4th member of Demolition).
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This week we review WWE Royal Rumble 2022; why did so many people dislike it? We tell school you in why the outcomes made sense. In a HAMMERLOCK HANGOVER EXCLUSIVE, Steve makes a bold prediction about the Wrestlemania main events involving Roman Reigns. Also, we analyze the recent changes to the careers of Brian Kendrick, Shane McMahon, Ric Flair, and Ken Kennedy.
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The boys welcome in Stephen P. New. You know the one. You should know the song. We discuss it all, the MLW lawsuit, Girl on Cinema, Hillbilly Jim vs King Kong Bundy, and other legal topics related to wrestling. Plus, Jeff and Steve give their WWE Royal Rumble picks, review a frozen AEW Beach Break, and the full week in wrestling. News and ratings too! Plus Jacobins...lots of them.
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Besides deep diving into the the MLW lawsuit with WWE this episode contains a discussion on two of the hottest wrestling topics in the past week, Ali and Gunther. Jeff and Steve talk Mustafa Ali's release request, argue as to why WWE should or shouldn't give it to him, and when to expect his release. The boys also chop it up over the Gunther controversy, why they needed to change Walter's name (look no further than the title of this episode), and why it's not surprising to have a "Nazi character" on WWE given their history of sports entertainment villains on TV. As usual, we review all the week's wrestling, including Moxley's return to AEW; Cody Rhodes bizarre promo; why fans were "shocked" to see Orange Cassidy put over Adam Cole; why it shouldn't have shocked anyone to have Seth Rollins vs Lashley end in a no decision; and an in-depth talk about Dante Caballero and El Gringo Loco that isn't all "in-depth."
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This episode starts with a breakdown of one time WWE Hall of Famer, Sunny, getting arrested...again; and, Jeff and Steve ponder breaking her out. We also discuss Major League Wrestling's lawsuit accusing the WWE of nefarious business practices; is this legit or is it a cheap stunt for publicity and cash? In reviewing WWE, we describe how Lashley and Big E were disrespected on Raw; what might cause RK-Bro not NOT to break up; and why Mickie James and WWE have fooled the wrestling community into once again believing there is a "Forbidden Door." In our AEW review, we give our thoughts on Interim Champions, a disagreement on Wardlow's potential, and our thoughts on AEW Releases. Also, a rant on why Macaulay Culkin can't be trusted to criticize creative.
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The new year brought us lots to talk about and boy did we talk! Listen in as we discuss the latest round of NXT releases which included William Regal and Samoa Joe; once again compare NXT 1.0 to a failing racehorse, and review New Years Evil 2022. The boys break down the New Years feud between Big Swole and Tony Khan; can AEW do better for diverse talent in their booking? We review WWE Day 1; chop up why Brock as the WWE Champion was making the best out of a bad situation, defend Big E, and Jeff actually comes around and gives reasons why you should actually LIKE WWE Raw. Also, a deep dive into who was the last babyface wrestling champion to get over AFTER winning the world title; the answer may shock you! And, more fake ads!
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This episode welcomes in the new year with an interview from fake Toni Storm, our review of the COVID impacted latest episode of WWE Raw, Brandi Rhodes cuts most controversial promo of the year, and our best guesses on who will win at NXT News Evil and WWE Day 1. Plus, a recap of our 2021 Wrestling Predictions, and our 2022 predictions!
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Break out the spiked egg nog or coquito, cozy up by the yule log and listen to our recap of the 2021 Year in Wrestling Review! Jeff and Steve discuss what we're the year's best matches, wrestlers, feuds, and more! Also, the lads review the latest week in wrestling including Roman Reigns turning on Paul Heyman, Liv Morgan drowning, Are the Hurt Business getting back together?, which legendary rock band did CM Punk's face paint remind us of?, and how did Scotty 2 Hotty get booked to a major indy promotion faster than most of recent releases? Plus, a major development on AEW that will potentially shift the landscape of professional wrestling... Or not. Tune in!
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This episode brings you over an hour of wrestling talk including thoughts on Adam Page vs Bryan Danielson, Buff Bagwell claiming WWE denied him rehab, more Jeff Hardy conspiracy theories, ROH Final Battle reviews, backlash towards The Rock for being best buds with Nick Khan, and who are Jeff's Sinister Six of wrestling Twitter beefs. Plus, a bold claim about AEW Rampage ratings!
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On this episode, Jeff gets released. Not our Jeff, but Jeff Hardy. We join in on the speculation of the cause and where he'll show up next. Hook debuts and almost breaks the internet with corny puns. Tony Khan gets thanked for lending talent for ROH Final Battle, but where's Vince's thanks? We recap NXT War Games; Jeff salivate at the idea of where Kyle O'Reilly will be headed; we review the Liv Morgan vs Becky Lynch Championship match; discuss the new WWE NIL program; and read fan mail.
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This week the boys cover a flaming table match, Vince speaking directly to Tony Khan on Raw, Ric Flair wanting one more match, NXT War Games 2021 Predictions, Moxley stalks VKM outside his hotel room, Swole leaves AEW, and a WILD theory on how to get Cody Rhodes to stop being booed on Dynamite.
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On a very EGG-citing episode, Jeff and Steve analyze an incident that saw Seth Rollins attacked by a "fan" during the recent WWE Raw taping in Brooklyn, NY. Why did this happen? Did Seth owe this fan money? Who's Seth TRollins? What role does social media play in this? Also, we provide our thoughts onthe results of Survivor Series 2021, including whether people should be pissed about The Rock not showing up, and who stole Vince McMahon's golden egg? The boys review 2020 releases and run down where they are now. In our AEW Dynamite Review, we discuss the MJF/CM Punk promo, Kenny Omega dropping the AAA World Title and why Charlotte would dump Andrade because of it. Happy Thanksgiving, ya heathens!
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This week's episode features lots of FAKE ads and lots of REAL releases! Yes, WWE announces another round of releases including John Morrison, Drake Maverick, Hit Row, and more. We'll break this round down, and explain why budget cuts might actually be a legitimate explanation. We also bring you our thoughts on AEW Full Gear; why Adam Page should've started Dynamite with a moment of silence; and why Daniel Bryan going thru the Dark Order makes ZERO sense. Also, we bring you our WWE Survivor Series 2021 Predictions; we dissect the criticism of the traditional Survivor Series matchups and bring up an idea to make the event more interesting. We close with wrestling news, including what crazy nonsense Ric Flair has been up to lately.
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This week we welcome Kaden from YouTube's "The 10 Count" Podcast as we run down the AEW Full Gear Predictions for 2021. We'll discuss who should win the AEW World Title this weekend; how long they should hold it for; speculate as to who could be next in line for AEW's grandest prize; book Velveteen Dream into Full Gear; and, butcher Europe's most popular song. Also, they discuss Tony Khan's wacky behavior during a media scrum, why he was way out of line with a reporter, and what did he do o get Steve to defend him? Plus, Jeff and Steve recap the latest drama with Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch; how Doudrop took a recently released superstars position on the roster, and dissect all the nonsense over people trying to get into Xavier Woods' pocket, his business with "Up, Up, Down, Down" and everyone should mind heir own business.
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This week covers the bevy of recent WWE Releases including Karrion Kross, Scarlett Bordeaux, Keith Lee, Mia Yim, Ember Moon, Nia Jax and others. Jeff and Steve discuss why no one should be surprised and how the "fickle" fans should be to blame for these releases. Also, we speculate on where these releases will land based upon the trends of previous releases, and it doesn't look pretty! Besides WWE Releases, we read Moxley's new book and get dumber in the process; debate on why Eric Bischoff is fighting with Tony Khan; Steve rants on why TK is making announcements for Moxley, and why AEW should be concerned about their recent ratings. We give an update on Tammy Sytch, aka Sunny. And, we close with discussing if Becky is failing as a heel or is Bianca failing as a face?
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With the recent announcement of Ring of Honor's impending doom, we bring you this week's episode early to discuss this news. How did ROH wrestling get to the point of letting go of all their talent? What factors played into this? We also break down AEW and WWE's roles in this. Where will all the ROH talent go in 2023? Who will buy the ROH tape library? We also discuss the latest news on the Becky vs Charlotte news... Seth Rollins in the New #1 Contender to Big E's championship... Brock gets drafted to Smackdown only to be suspended. We review NXT Halloween Havoc and why it doesn't appear to be a Ron Breakker's time yet. We break down IMPACT Wrestling's Bound for Glory event... New Champions galore! Should so much ex-WWE talent have gone over? We also analyze the new IMPACT Digital Media Championship and have a few laughs in the process.
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This week's episode features a critical look at the last week and a half of AEW social media nonsense and why Steve is boycotting AEW due to cultural appropriation. Jeff discusses why WWE NXT 2.0 seems to have lost its shine. Plus, we bring you all the latest wrestling results and news, thoughts on WWE Crown Jewel, why it's a gift to have a WWE Hall of Famer participate in the ring, NXT Halloween Havoc predictions and gifts from Colombia.
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HH Episode 54 addresses the new Friday night war between WWE and AEW. Is it real, or is the wrestling community drumming up drama when it comes to putting WWE's new flagship, Smackdown, against AEW's "B-show," Rampage. Also, has WWE ended the Women's Evolution with the latest results of the "Queens Crown" tourney? Plus, with ratings dipping in the last few weeks, did Tony Khan and AEW blow his load early by revealing Punk, Danielson, and Cole around the same time? Should he have staggered their debuts; we discuss. All this and WWE Crown Jewel Predictions and the latest wrestling news.
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This week, the boys recap the WWE Draft 2021, what surprised them? What didn't? Plus, a discussion on Seth Rollins' home invasion and where it lands on the long list of home invasions in wrestling. Also, with NXT's rebranding, we've been introduced to a plethora of different characters; Jeff breaks down his thoughts on Bron Breakker, Harland, Von Wagoner, and more. In our AEW Dynamite Review, Steve raves over Serena Deeb's new attitude, the boys compare expectations over the booking of Adam Page's return to those of WWE bookings, and ponder how Tony Khan can have a "big announcement" without actually showing up. All this, plus wrestling ratings, news and why an 8 year old boy can be caught up in he magic that is Brutus Beefcake.
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On this episode, Jeff and Steve deep dive into the REAL reason the ropes broke under Finn Balor at the end of WWE Extreme Rules. In another Hammerlock Hangover EXCLUSIVE, we break down the legendary force that helped The Tribal Chief retain his WWE Universal Title. We heap praise on WWE Raw and the booking of Lashley, The Hurt Business and The New Day. In our AEW Review, we discuss how hardcore Arn Anderson is, why Double A talks a big game but hasn't backed it up recently, share mixed reviews on Sammy Guevara vs Miro, why Sammy shouldn't trust Fuego Del Sol, put over MJF (again) while discussing if he buried Darby in the promo game, and give concrete proof on why Moxley is not a draw. Us WWE Draft predictions, the latest wrestling news, and another update on Lanny Poffo vs Jeff.
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This week, Jeff and Steve recap the last week of wrestling by doing a partial watch-along to WWE Extreme Rules. How good was the show and why is it Extreme Rules when only one match is "EXTREME?" Is Bianca Bel Air truly buried? We discuss Roman Reigns wearing a mask when entering the WWE Universe. And, our thoughts on all the shenanigans at the end of Roman vs Finn Balor. We also cover AEW Dynamite: Grandslam and bring you some perspective from inside the arena. Was Kenny Omega vs Bryan Danielson really an "instant classic?" We discuss why the match, the card order and the ratings fell short. Plus, why did Brian Pillman Jr. come out looking like Tony The Tiger to a match in which he's supposed to avenge his family? How did Steve will Arn Anderson to fall off the apron? Is Cody Rhodes turning heel, or are AEW fans turning on Cody? CM Punk exposes more than his legs, and an argument ensures on how "gangsta" Santana and Ortiz are. If that wasn't enough, we also run down some latest news on wrestling injuries, a few open wrestling related lawsuits, our thoughts on "Bearcat" Keith Lee, is Fox angry with WWE? and Dark Side of the Ring discussion regarding the Ric Flair, Tommy Dreamer and Kanyon. Finally, we provide an update on "The Genius" Lanny Poffo's pursuit of Jeff's girlfriend in Ecuador. Yes, you read that right. Enjoy!
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This episode celebrates our 50th episode! We discuss Big E's epic WWE Championship win, was this hot-shot'd or long term booking? We love on the In-Dex Wedding. Steve describes his adventures in Newark, NJ as he attends AEW Dynamite Live and compares the Prudential Center to the "Kmart of Sports Arenas." Jeff opines on why NXT 2.0 is missing the mark, and we speculate as to why no one wants to acknowledge Rick Steiner by name in WWE. In our AEW review, Steve raves about about Will Hobbs' booking, while Jeff brings him back down to Earth; why this Newark show was disappointing if you went live; and we give some predictions on next week's Grand Slam show in NYC. Plus, thoughts on Jake Atlas taking a break, Bronson Reed and Big Damo's visa concerns, and we fantasy book Al Snow and Head in Baywatch!
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This week's episode Jeff and Steve bring you their reactions to one of the best professional wrestling PPVs in a while, AEW All Out. We discuss the epic debuts of Bryan Danielson, Adam Cole, and Ruby Soho; what worked and what could've been better? Are AEW and WWE REALLY in competition if WWE is selling diversity and family programming and AEW is not? The boys also speculate on why guys like guys like Kevin Owens and Finn Balor would leave WWE for AEW. We talk about Triple H and his cardiac event, and in a Hammerlock Hangover EXCLUSIVE we tell you what REALLY happened to him and how Stephanie is involved. And if that wasn't enough, we bring you a story about how "The Genius" Lanny Poffo is potentially stealing Jeff's girlfriend.
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This week, Jeff catches Steve up on the week of wrestling after living "off the grid for a week." They delve into the shocking death of WCW and TNA star Daffney. The wrestling world reacts to raise awareness to mental illness and Karl Anderson takes the opportunity to dropkick WWE. NWA Empowerrr and NWA 73 are reviewed, including why is Ric Flair celebrating with a common man like Trevor Murdoch? Speaking of Ric Flair, we chop up his promo on loving WWE at an NWA show. Plus, AEW Predictions, why Cincinnati is a horrible town (Moxley related), and why Steve loves Nia and Charlotte shooting.
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On this episode, Jeff and Steve discuss the long awaited debut of CM Punk on AEW, his impact on wrestling, and what to expect. Also, how AEW dropped the ball with their latest episode of Dynamite, why is Malakai Black scared of Lee Johnson? We compare Arn Anderson to Mr. Miyagi; Kazarian single handedly runs off a World Champion and his three cronies, and explain why Jon Moxley cuts promos in the hallway. We also review WWE Summerslam 2021, discuss our favorite matches, and break down the good, the bad, and the ugly from WWE's 2nd biggest show of the year. We break down Becky Lynch's return; is she a heel? Did Becky bury Bianca Belair? We recap Brock Lesnar's return to face off against Roman Reigns; is Brock a babyface now? What does Paul Heyman do? We chop up wrestling news including some COVID impacts on NJPW and WWE; lots of ROH injuries, and WWE settles Saudi Arabia lawsuits. Also, we explain why Eva Marie should have slapped Doudrop harder, Steve breaks out in laugher over Reggie from St. Louis, and Jeff gets yelled at by his girlfriend. Lots of laughs and good times! Take a listen and enjoy!
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The boys are joined by Drew Yari to review the week in wrestling. From the debut of Rampage to the possible retirement match of Jericho, to AAA Triplemania & NJPW Resurgence, to ratings, NXT & Lilly, it’s all covered. The three of us give our WWE SummerSlam & Takeover predictions. The continuing Hook Goldberg debate rages on. Doudrop in and listen!
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This episode dives into Keith Lee's YouTube video elaborating the health issues that kept him out of action for months, and Mia Yim's sacrifice to care for him. Reviewing AEW, we talk about all the possibilities heading into Omega vs Christian on Rampage, how does Christian get 2 World Title opportunities, or maybe not? Will Omega lose most of his championships this weekend? We temper the hype on Dante Martin and Danny Garcia. Compare Dynamite to WCW Thunder and give Rampage predictions. While reviewing WWE, we welcome Randy Orton and his porn 'stache back, give thoughts on the future of RKBro, show immense gratitude to Baron Corbin's latest struggles, and why Rhea vs Nikki missed. Plus, other wrestling news including who's Psycho Clown? Why do bears need to be carefully placed? Should Ric Flair return to in-ring action? And, which mask do we book Bronson Reed into this week? Tap in for fun times!
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Episode 44 finds Jeff and Steve arguing about the value of several recent WWE Releases, most notably Bray Wyatt and Ric Flair. Did Bray get a raw deal or had he already reached his pinnacle? And, what great idea does Steve have in store for Bronson Reed, and his REAL thoughts on why he was let go? Jeff rants on why WWE is "stupid." We compare the NXT In-Dex storyline to Dirty Dancing. Plus, other wrestling news and dumb wrestling tweets/takes!
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On this special bonus episode of HH, Jeff and Steve are reunited for an episode of unPOPULAR Review to recap an episode of AEW Dynamite. How well has Malakai Black been booked? Where did we get a time machine to watch Jericho vs Juventud Guerrera? How big is Jon Moxley's head? All this, AEW Rankings, and lots of fun!
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In an impromptu solo effort, Jeff meanders through Fyter Fest 2 through Fight for the Fallen, and everything in between. Can he stay on point without Steve? Let's find out!
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This week Jeff and Steve drop an early pod to discuss WWE Money in the Bank and Monday Night Raw Results. Steve pokes holes into Jeff's beliefs on Karrion Kross and his overall feelings on Raw being a miserable show. Jeff also shares his "excitement" for the return of Goldberg.
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This week, Jeff gets into Twitter trouble after criticizing the first entrant into NWA's Empowerrrrrrrrr Women's Invitational. We deep dive into the drama and set the record straight. Also, after passing away earlier this week, we look back at Mr. Wonderful's legacy. Plus, the boys run down the WWE Money in the Bank card and give predictions, argue over Goldberg vs Lashley, and review the last week in wrestling.
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This week, the boys discuss the AEW debut of Malakai Black/Tommy End (or whatever his name is now). Steve trashes the selling of his eye, while Jeff loves on it. Is a Cody burial next for Black? They review AEW Dyna... Errr, I mean Road Rager as Jeff schools you on why the Bucks match was garbage, we compare Moxley to crusty bread, and the boys disagree on Britt Baker's promo. Plus, NXT Great American Bash thoughts, Jimmy Uso gets arrested, and who's the impending MITB winner? All this, and Jeff regales us on his Twitter beef with NWA.
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With WWE dropping their Top 50 WWE Tag Teams list this week, Jeff and Steve decided to discuss who are the best tag teams in wrestling. Who made the list, who didn't, and who placed better than others? Also, we quickly chat about recent releases, the latest developments on all the major weekly wrestling shows, Jeff gives a review of Salina De La Renta's jammies, and Great American Bash predictions.
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This week the boys spend a bulk of the time talking about the news of WWE hiring a writer that knows nothing about wrestling, what skills are needed for writing, and the importance of diversity. We also hear about Jeff's hard times while attempting to order wrestling tees from WWE, AEW and ROH. Plus, other wrestling news, AEW Dynamite recap, and more!
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This special episode is a simulcast of a recent unPOPULAR Review Show Jeff & Steve Co-hosted. In it, they review the June 21st, 2021 episode of WWE Monday Night Raw. You'll hear their thoughts on Nikki Cross' new superhero gimmick, Piper Niven gets a name, reviews of Riddle, RKO and the build to Money in te Bank.
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This week the guys review the Takeover talking points. Joe is back. Kross is a heel. LA Knight is a star. We distinguish southern from swampy-moonshine-voodoo-inbred and argue about Eva Marie. Andrade fizzles even outside AEW; appropriate amount of AEW criticism; ratings, news, and fun. Oh... and WWE Hell in a Cell predictions.
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This week's episode is full of potpourri as Jeff and Steve discuss a myriad of wrestling hot topics in a lackluster week of wrestling results. Topics include two startling resignations from pro wrestling, two recent WWE Releases signing with the competition, NXT Takeover: In Your House predictions, the latest ratings, and why Cameron Grimes should be called up o he Main Roster.
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The guys dive into the WWE releases and corporate moves and rumors. They also review Double or Nothing, Smackdown, Raw and NXT. Of course, the news. Perhaps most importantly, they dusted off their 2021 predictions (and some friend’s predictions) and reviewed how they did mid year.
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This week we cover AEW Double or Nothing predictions with Alex Slowes from the "Off the Mat" podcast and play-by-play announcer for Tampa Bay Pro Wrestling. We start the show with the rumors of WWE and NJPW entertaining a business partnership; Jeff and Steve break down whether they believe it or not and what it could mean for the wrestling industry. We give good ple Tuckayyy a job. Plus, the latest news from around the world or wrestling!
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Backlash takes many forms. The guys discuss Wrestlemania Backlash; backlash to Zombies; backlash to NXT releases; backlash to major programming changes for AEW; backlash from rumors of discord between the Elite and within the elite in New Japan; backlash to the death of the controversial New Jack. All that and a review of the news, wrestling shows, ratings and more Lanny Poffo than is logical.
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This week, Jeff & Steve start off with the rumors of Thea Trinidad (aka Zelina Vega) returning to WWE. We mark out at all the possibilities of booking her return. We have Impact Rebellion ratings and compare them to a lame house party. Also, WWE WrestleMania Backlash predictions! AEW Dynamite Reviews! And, we manage to piss off the mutant pterodactyl community as Jeff poops on the Savage Land.
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This is a special episode of Hammerlock Hangover as Jeff & Steve interview Harry Aaron (25 min), Sports Photographer, and Kim Artlip (1hr, 30min), Ignite Wrestling Creator and Promoter. Check out their compelling stories of how they got into the Wrestling business and how to achieve success in the industry. Harry shares the importance of getting credit for creative work, including a recent exchange with The Young Bucks. Kim tells us of how she persevered to be one of the few female promoters in wrestling today, and what motivated her to get into it, and manage a promotion through a pandemic. Also, we review AEW Blood and Guts, WWE and NXT storylines.
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On this episode of the CLINICALLY ACCLAIMED Hammerlock Hangover, we talk about the rumors of Tessa Blanchard closing in on an agreement with AEW. What does it mean for their Women's division? What does it mean for Daga? What does it mean for Nagata? Find out here! Chelsea Green had ideas for her WWE character, we break them down. Also, the #FireTaz movement gets acknowledged by Taz himself! Plus, we review the week of Wrestling including why Moxley is an idiot (again!), RKBro makes Jeff giggle, and where Daniel Bryan will go now that he's off Smackdown. NXT perhaps? We chop it up! And, we start booking a reboot of "Back to the Future" with Darby as Marty and Sting as Doc Brown.
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This episode tackles the drama of Mickie James and a garbage bag of her items being sent to her home a week after being released. Was it overblown or insensitive? We break it down for you. Plus, we discuss recent WWE Financials reports and the future of live shows. Will they be a thing of the past? Riddle gets a surprise win over RKO on WWE Raw; what does it mean for Riddle? We comment on the return of Aliester Black to Smackdown. Our thoughts on Kyle O'Reilly's new "hipster" gimmick. Plus, Moxley looks like an idiot on AEW... AGAIN! We explain why. And, we speculate on where Thea Trinidad might debut in the next few weeks. Hammerlock Hangover is now a member of the Wrestling Soup Network. You can find every episode on the Wrestling Soup Podcast Network!
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Another slow news week for the perpetually hungover. The guys discuss Wrestlemania, it’s aftermath, WWE squandering the post Wrestlemania momentum. Also, extensive coverage of the WWE releases, possible landing places, and a debate over the value of Samoa Joe and The IIconics. Both AEW and NXT saw the ratings spikes, can they be maintained? How does AEW keep missing the boat on Jade Carill's booking? And, is AEW heading to bury one of their promising young talent's next week? Plus, Wrestling News, two Q-A-Khans, and a touching retrospective on Tucker’s career.
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On this episode, Jeff and Steve remember fond WrestleMania memories, recap WWE NXT Takeover Stand and Deliver, give their review of AEW Dynamite, and bring you WWE WrestleMania 37 Predictions. What new factions debuted on AEW? How on Earth did Steve predict the Young Bucks turning on Moxley? Will Becky Lynch return at WM? All these questions will be answered on this WrestleMania weekend episode!
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On this episode, Jeff & Steve are back to discuss all the latest, and greatest, from the world of wrestling. Why did WWE Raw suck and how can The Hurt Business separating be saved? 🤔 AEW continues to miss steps towards significant progression in areas they should be excelling. Did AEW ruin SoCal Uncensored? When will the Miro push begin? Why was Jeff so disappointed in the Christian Cage Match and what slight modification could've been done to improve it for him? We deep dive into the recent struggles in ratings across all Wrestling shows. Will upcoming moves help the industry? Also, we run down the WWE NXT Stand and Deliver card and give our Predictions for both nights of action. Will Io Shirai be called up and what role would she best be suited for? He answer might upset you! 🤯 All this, plus a quick review of Kong vs Godzilla! Enjoy!
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Sufficiently hungover while on vacation, Steve and Jeff discuss the week in wrestling. Features include the Bianca Sasha build, the Universal Title 3 way dance, Pro-Smashley propaganda and WWE news and rumors. Barrister Dos discusses some events in the Riddle suit and is confounded by why some reported Bill Nye's suit as related to wrestling. News from around the world is reported ranging from the return of Velvet Sky to the Ring of Honor PPV to the signing of Red Velvet. We close with AEW and why Jeff loved it for all the wrong reasons; which made his bald spot bigger due to all the head scratching. Oh, and John Silver is a small drove whose name should be Puck.
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On this episode, Kevin Castle joins us to discuss WWE Fastlane predictions and the latest landscape of wrestling. Plus, Jeff & Steve chop it up on the EPIC ThunderRosa vs Britt Baker match on AEW Dynamite and where AEW should go from here. Steve dumps on the Cody vs Pentagon match and explains why Pentagon is being booked like Ricochet. Jeff delivers another solid Cameron Grimes impression. We marvel at the style of John Morrison and cover the latest wrestling news from around the world of wrestling.
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The "Independent Contractor" status for wrestling talent has long been controversial. On this episode, we deep dive into two upcoming cases where wrestlers have decided to make a stand and challenge that classification in State & Federal Courts. The Hammerlock Hangover, in an exclusive first interview regarding these cases, speaks with Stephen P. New (Legal Counsel for Klein & Mercury)[58 min]. We discuss the details of the case, including the claim of unsafe work environments in ROH. If this wasn't enough, we also bring you our thoughts on AEW, WWE [28 minutes] and NXT [1hr, 49min].
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On this episode, Jeff and Steve welcome Employment Attorney Gregg Greenberg on the show to discuss former Ring Of Honor Champion, Kelly Klein's lawsuit vs. Sinclair broadcasting (1 Hour, 34 min). The outcome of this can have serious repercussions throughout the world of professional wrestling and we deep dive into all the background information and what it means to the wrestling industry. If that wasn't enough, we start off the show discussing WWE and the big news of the week: Bobby Smashley as your new WWE Champion! In our AEW Review (25 min) we chat about the debut of Shaq and Jade Cargill in a wrestling match, give our thoughts on a lackluster "go home" show before AEW Revolution, tell you what type of man Jon Moxley is, and give you updates on our #FireTaz campaign. In our NXT Review (1hr, 20min), we talked about the rumored move to Tuesday nights, plus criticize the Tag Team Championship Match. We close with some News (2hr, 17min)which includes updates on Joey Ryan, the passing of Jim Crockett, and other notes from around the world of wrestling. Enjoy!
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This week Steve and Jeff put over the newest top contender for the WWE Championship, Bobby SMASHLEY! We bring you our reactions to Miz winning the WWE Title, plus other Elimination Chamber results. An argument breaks out over why Drew McIntyre should, or shouldn't, have been on Raw after losing the belt. We review the rest of Raw and give thoughts on The Hurt Business, Braun Strowman's placement in the company, and the backstage segment with Charlotte and a Ric Flair. In our NXT Review, Steve pitches for sympathy for Adam Cole and his reasons behind attacking Kyle O'Reilly and Roddrick Strong. Jeff introduces a new segment called Q-A-Khan, where he pitches "deep state" Wrestling Conspiracies such as what's next for Cameron Grimes, why the Big Show was brought in to AEW, and more! In our AEW Review, Steve rants on Nyla Rose vs Britt Baker. We continue our campaign to #FireTaz after a week that finds his gang waiting to be attacked by a Darby and Sting. Plus, our opinions on Papa Buck getting his ass kicked by Jericho and MJF, why we can't hear Kenny Omega, and what value can Paul Wight bring to AEW. We close with News from Around The World of #Wrestling and a CONTEST for a Pro Wrestling tee! Enjoy!
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On this episode, Jeff and Steve welcome Professor Chabelo (of the PW Hustle Network) to continue our Wrestling Social Media discussion, and provide his opinions on the latest week of Wrestling. We discuss AEW Dynamite (15 min), the Barbed Wire Deathmatch stip between Omega & Moxley, Where's Darby and why Taz STILL needs to be fired, Steve rants on the booking of LAX/Proud and Powerful, and we compare Sammy Guevara's heat with Tony Khan to Sasha Banks. We review NXT (1 hr, 9 min) Vengeance, discuss whether Adam Cole left Undisputed Era or if he just kicked Kyle O'Reilly out. Speaking of KOR, we review the "Seizure-gate" situation involving him and discuss why fans on Twitter should rely on reliable sources for news. Our WWE review (1 Hr, 32 min) recaps why Roman is the baddest heel on the planet, how "go to catering" became a put down, why The Miz is being booked like a tool, our reactions to Bad Bunny winning the 24/7 Title, and we wrestle with the possibility of Lacey Evans' pregnancy news being a work. Plus, we bring you our WWE Elimination Chamber predictions! (2 hr, 2 min) We wrap up with a debate on who the greatest manager is, why WWE currently books Managers like buffoons, and The News (2 hr, 13 min) from around the World of #Wrestling!
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On this episode, we talk about wrestling social media groups, what makes good ones and what makes bad ones. Jeff gives his insights on being a mod in one group (:50 min), what made him walk away from it this week, and the apparent toxic fallout of that decision. We also discuss Jim Cornette's latest thoughts and the ever changing landscape of what's "correct" to say/do today versus 20 or 30 years ago (1hr, 20min). Quickly chat about Shaul Guerrero, the daughter of wrestling legend Eddie Guerrero and her leaving the wrestling scene. Plus, WWE Smackdown & Raw Review (:01 min), bring you news from around the world of wrestling (2 hr, 5 min), and mention a few notable wrestling lawsuits you might or might not heard about (2 hr, 25 min). Enjoy! 😉
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On this episode of the Hammerlock Hangover, Jeff and Steve discuss all the buzz around Kenta on AEW Dynamite; is there a business relationship between New Japan and AEW? What did Moxley, and AEW, do wrong to cost Kenta from feeling like a bigger deal? We give our thoughts on what was the match of the night on AEW, Kip and Penelope's wedding. Jeff continues his crusade to #FireTaz, while Steve rants about Edge and why he and his split ends don't deserve to be in the Main title picture. The boys review WWE (56min), including WWE Royal Rumble results, and NXT highlights including Dusty Classic results. They discuss the impact of Bad Bunny in wrestling and why all the wrestling social media forums are flipping out about him. Who's a better draw, Edge or Bad Bunny? We also discuss WWE 4th Quarter results and what we see them doing as a result. And, we close with News from Around The World of #Wrestling (2hr, 13min).
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On this weeks episode, Jeff and Steve welcome the Hammerlock Hangover's Special Correspondent on Social Media and Technology, Tamara Davis, to the show.
We discuss the WWE/NBC Peacock deal and what it means to wrestling fans (3 min mark), Royal Rumble Predictions (30 min), WWE NXT and the Value of the Bella Twins on Social Media (1hr), how Thea Trinidad (fka WWE's Zelina Vega) can be making BANK on Twitch (1hr, 25min), and review the latest AEW Dynamite (1 Hr, 45min).
We guarantee you'll learn something by the end of this one!
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On this episode, Jeff and Steve run the gamut of wrestling topics! They start out with recapping highlights from AEW (2 min), which include a discussion on Sting wrestling, why Taz continues to be an ineffective manager (#FireTaz), shoddy ringwork, the AEW/Impact FAIL, a missed opportunity to push a talented tag team, and where this Young Bucks and Omega stuff is going. Over on NXT (59 min), we recap the Dusty Classic matches, including Kacy Cantazzaro nearly killing herself, and the signing of Priscilla Kelly. In our WWE section (1 Hour, 22 min), we cover the Undertaker's remarks on today's wrestling, Ryback vs Mark Henry engage in a Twitter feud, our thoughts on Asuka vs Alexa and why Asuka was behaving peculiar, pay respect to the ultimate POWER of Bobby SMASHLEY, and end with News from Around The World of #Wrestling (2 hour, 20 minutes).
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In this Episode of The Hammerlock Hangover, Jeff and Steve discuss Chris Jericho and Drew McIntyre's COVID diagnosis, speculate on the management of these diagnoses in wrestling, and argue about who's responsible. We review a stellar WWE SmackDown showcasing Shinsuke Nakamura, compare Roman to a mob boss, and botch Michael Imperioli's name. We try to make sense of AEW booking, argue about who's a face and who's a heel, and of course #FireTaz. Also, should Trump be removed from the WWE Hall of Fame? We give our takes. Finally we close with reviews and highlights of WWE Raw, NXT, and News from around the World of Wrestling.
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On this episode, Jeff and Steve review so much wrestling within the past 10 days, you're liable to get motion sick! We recap,and review WWE SmackDown, NXT New Years Evil, AEW New Years Smash, the Brodie Lee Tribute, Wrestle Kingdom 15, and Jeff gives an EPIC rant on WWE Raw Legends Night. Plus, we debate what makes a legend a "Legend" in WWE; talk about UT why the AEW Bullet Club reuniting was lacking; we pat ourselves on the back for making Moxley come out of hiding; cover out dissatisfaction with the return of Goldberg, and discuss the release of Marty Scurll and where he'll go next. Oh! And we fawn over WWE Legend, Alicia Fox.
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On this episode, Jeff & Steve are joined by Drew Yari (from "The Drew Yari Show" Podcast) to discuss the passing of Jon Huber (aka Brodie Lee, Luke Harper). We shout out some of the tributes to him and discuss whether WWE should've paid hkmage with a 10-Bell Salute. We give our thougts on NXT (A Very Gargano Christmas), AEW Dynamite, NBA Twitter going after Chris Jericho, and what's next for The Dark Order. Over on the WWE side, we recap Big E winning the IC Title, ratings & reactions to the difference in NFL vs NBA lead-in's, debate where Carmella is on the list of Top Wrestlers, and recap the latest with Keith Lee, plus his Trademark issue. If that wasn't enough, we run down our "Best of..." for the year and give you 2021 Predictions. Hope you enjoy! Have a Happy New Year!
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On this special Christmas episode of The Hammerlock Hangover, we welcome back Kevin Castle to discuss the WWE TLC PPV results, get his opinion on Wrestling's best & worst of the year, plus predictions for 2021. We also play a fun game with wrestling couples & rando tag teams.
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In this JAM PACKED episode, Jeff & Steve interview Wrestling Music Composer John Kiernan. He shares how he got into creating Wrestling Entrance music for Wrestlers, what the collaboration process looks like, and we debate about WWE being Bon Jovi or Metallica. Also, Jeff reports on details within the ad industry as it relates to demo's, the real value of the viewers disparity between AEW & NXT, and is the 18-49 demo REALLY as valuable on Wednesday night as you're led to believe? Plus, we review the weeklies, news from around the world of Wrestling, and WWE TLC Predictions.
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In this Episode, Jeff & Steve hit up all the latest on IMPACT Wrestling and their "working relationship" with AEW. Who benefited the most from it this week? What can wrestling fans expect going forward? We review the latest AEW Dynamite that featured A LOT of talking. Find out why Jeff wans to get #FireTaz trending! We give our thoughts on the last week of WWE programming (AWWWW!). We deep dive into some very interesting legal issues involving Matt Riddle & Joey Ryan. Plus, news from other wrestling feds, which 80s band WWE & AEW reminds us of, and delve into the distinctions of Scottish and Irish ancestry.
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On this EPIC episode of The Hammerlock Hangover, Jeff & Steve welcome Anthony Alston (formerly of The Dirt Sheet Dudes) as a guest to weigh in on the AEW Debut of Sting, the potential collaboration with Impact Wrestling, and why no one is talking about Moxley's World Title reign. We give our reviews of the rest of AEW Dynamite including an interesting perspective on Miro's booking and what Tony Khan said on Twitter. We give you the latest from WWE NXT, did they phone in a show knowing they were going to go up against Sting? We provide our predictions on WAR GAMES. Plus, the latest from WWE Smackdown, Raw, news around the world of wrestling, and we close on some thoughts on Pat Patterson.
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On this episode, Jeff & Steve discuss WWE Survivor Series results, the Undertaker Final Farewell, and why they've been feeling somber all week. Plus, the boys talk about the lead up to AEW "Winter is Coming," and who REALLY attacked Jon Moxley. SURPRISE! It's not who you think it is! And, we cap off with news from NWA, MLW, ROH & Impact Wrestling. Oh, and we mention Erin Brockovich a few times.
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On this episode... Jeff & Steve talk UNION shop and Survivor Series Predictions with one of the originators of Wrestling podcasts, Kevin Castle (from "The Don Tony & Kevin Castle Show"). In HOUR 1, we recap the Zelina Vega firing from WWE, what misconceptions wrestling fans have of the situation, and can unions work in wrestling? In HOUR 2, we chat about Drew McIntyre's recent WWE Championship win on WWE Raw, and why Randy got a short stint as WWE Champion this time around. Plus, we give you early Survivor Series Predictions!
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On this episode of "The Hammerlock Hangover," Jeff & Steve discuss the results of AEW's Full Gear show, plus the fallout from the latest AEW Dynamite. Was FTR vs Young Bucks an "instant classic?" Is all the controversy surrounding Brandi Rhodes warranted? Steve rants on AEW and their inability to push People of Color. Jeff uncovers some "fake news" in regards to the Rhodes' name battle, and who's REALLY to blame. And, we tackle the latest developments from WWE Raw, NXT, and the up to the minute news from around the Wrestling globe!
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On Episode 3, Jeff & Steve run down the AEW Full Gear card, plus give their thoughts on the build to it. Also, they give their takes on "The Most Important Streak in Wrestling," The Undertaker's 200th "final appearance, " Sasha v. Bayley, plus Steve goes on an EPIC Tucker rant... Again! All this and the latest from the world of wrestling!
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In this Episode, Jeff and Steve run down WWE NXT Halloween Havoc, AEW Dynamite, WWE Hell in a Cell 2020 and Monday Night Raw. Plus, we find out why does Jeff hates Johnny Gargano? Why does Steve hate Tucker? Is AEW ruining one of the Top 5 atag Team's in the World? And, most importantly why do these guys think Lana's streak is the most important streak in all of Wrestling? All this plus news and notes from around the Wrestling World!
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In our debut episode, Jeff and Steve attempt to navigate the murky waters of Wrestling & Podcasting. They discuss: AEW's Le Dinner Debonair, the Alex Reynolds injury, and the Eliminator Tournament. From NXT, they recap why Pat McAfee is back and thoughts on Lorcan & Burch as Tag Champs. From WWE, they cover The Fiend meeting RETRIBUTION, why Lana should've won the Raw Women's Title and give their Hell In A Cell Predictions. Finally, the close with quick thoughts on NWA & ROH.
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