The Jack "Tonney's" Basement Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jack Tonney's Basement Podcast
The Jack "Tonney's" Basement Podcast is brought to you by a panel of life long pro wrestling fans. We will discuss the state of professional wrestling, purely from a fans perspective. Listen and subscribe for future episodes.
Summerslam 2022 came just days after Triple H has taken over as head of creative. Listen in and check out how your favorite wrestling opionists break down Triple H bailing out WWE yet again. In this episode we also discuss who were the ultimate winners and losers from the night going forward. Hint - it isn't all about wins and losses.
It's time for the biggest blockbuster of the summer, Summerslam! Your favorite hard hitting pro wrestling opionists are back and talking about this year's Summerslam. Theory has made it clear that he intends on cashing in at the even, and we showcase how that gets done. Listen in to hear what other treasures we reveal for the first ever WWE premium live event without Vince McMahon.
Changes in WWE are coming. Amidst the allegations against Vince McMahon the panel dives into who benefits the most from the change in creative. There are some surprise names on this list and a shocker for Cody Rhodes when he finally returns. This show is definitely well worth the wait.
We are only a couple weeks away from this year's Money in the Bank event. This year has sparked a lot of curiousity from the WWE Universe as no front runners have come to light. Jump into this discussion with your favorite wrestling panelists as they share who they believe will capture the Money in the Bank briefcase.
Your favorite wrestling panelists have returned to the masses to put out a great show about our favorite wrestling odd couples. Who makes our list, who did we forget? RK-Bro, Team Hell No, and the Rock and Sock Connection make an appearance along with some that we think could be coming in the future. Sit back with your favorite beverage of choice and enjoy this fun filled episode of the Jack Tonney's Basement Podcast.
There is no denying that the Prince of Pro Wrestling, Cody Rhodes, has had an amazing return to WWE. The sports entertainment leader has found a new top baby face for years to come. This change of scenery has our panel discussing which other wrestlers could use a switch to push their stock to the next level. Listen to this jam packed show to find out our favorites.
Not gonna lie, there are way more winners than losers. But we break down one of the most newsworthy WrestleManias in history, the way we best can. Did Ronda finally win over the fans? Do legends still have it? Are the wrestling wars shaken? Listen and enjoy, plus hear who we think will be main eventing WrestleMania 39 in LA.
Why do a boring WrestleMania 38 preview when we can debate some of the greatest moments. The panel goes head to head to discuss some of the most important keystrokes in wrestling history. We are talking Brock, Triple H, Roman, Stone Cold, HBK, Rock, Cena, Undertaker and more. It's a must listen.
We beg the question and we try to answer it. Not our favorite, not the best, the biggest. What made history and gave us more anxiety than an Olivia Rodrigo album. Did it involve Hogan, Stone Cold, The Rock, Cena, Roman Reigns, Andre or Warrior? We give our picks and some may surprise you.
This may not be the swerve wrestling fans are used to, but Tony Khan's purchase of Ring of Honor brings up several possibilities on the future of professional wrestling. From exciting crossovers and libraries to disastrous consequences if history is not learned from. We give our rapid reactions on this major announcement.
The main event of WrestleMania is set and it is a big one. So big, we got to break it down more than a month in advance and we're still not going to unpack it all. We analyze Roman vs Brock and compare it to the other main events. What's going to happen and what will be the aftershock? Probably we'll have to revisit it, again in a month.
We thought he was an American Nightmare, but it was all just Smoke and Mirrors. OK not really, but the news that has rocked the wrestling world this week is Cody Rhodes leaving the company he helped started, AEW, and his is reportedly going back to WWE. It is to be determined if the poka dots will return. The panel talks about their reaction, possibilities, and expectations and potential fallout. It's such a major topic we even brought on a special guest to help us make the most of this Stardust. OK puns are done.
The roof was on fire at the Royal Rumble and one of our own was there to witness it. Clearly a mishap caused the fire because it is debatable if the in ring action did. But we'll dive in to everything from the S.H.I.E.L.D. clash to the boss's son to the winners. Listen to this extra packed episode with one special guest. The one behind the Tribal Chief.
If you have ever wondered what it's like at the Royal Rumble, we got you covered. With a grand total of 2 rumbles, we break down what to expect. It is helpful if you are going to your first as our tribal chief Steven is doing this weekend. It's madness, hilarity and royal. It's the Royal Rumble!
3... 2... 1... Welcome to Royal Rumble season. It is arguably the most beloved PPV. Because it is really hard to mess up a rumble, and oh how WWE has found a way to in the past. This year we make our picks and try to sort out the Wrestlemania picture. An added bonus, listen to us predict another Rumble as the 49ers and the Cowboys vie for the chance to get eliminated by a Hall of Fame Quarterback. Trash talk in full effect.
Get your tux on and strut the red carpet because it's The Tonney's Awards. We break down our picks for match of the year, wrestler of the year, tag team of the year and more. Listen with us and see which picks you agree and disagree with.
Let's be honest, it needs to happen. Cody is treading past Super Cena water and headed towards Golden Shovel-Nobody Gets Over Triple H territory. Here is how he can use that to his advantage and become the top heel in AEW.
Cue the music. This week we talk about some all time great jams. Which wrestler theme songs got you excited? What are favorites, the classics, perfect combination or the lost and forgotten. We know we're going to miss some, but there is so many to choose from. We touch on WWE, WCW, ECW, NJPW, and AEW.
Is it time to end Raw v Smackdown Survivor Series format? We look back at this year's Survivor Series and talk about our likes and dislikes about this annual Big Four show. Why did WWE promote The Rock so heavily for nearly a month and then not even was able to capture a video promo from The Great One?
This week your panelists discuss a couple of big four ppv events. WWE is having their annual Survivor Series show. Will Roman Reigns finally lose, or will his reign of dominance continue? Also take a quick look back AEW's Full Gear.
AEW's Full Gear is upon us. Does that mean we will finally see the coronation of Hangman Adam Page as the AEW World Champion? This card has a lot of gems and your favorite panelists dive into it to give their predictions of what is going to happen. Give us a listen and find out what AEW has in store for the public this year. You never know who will turn up in All Elite Wrestling.
This week we imagine what would happen if Vince's sports entertainers rumbled with Tony's wrestlers. Who wins? How does it split? Who knows, this is all imaginary. But its a fun discussion. Plus, more WTF releases by WWE. Is Vince punishing Triple H?
We continue October with something super scary. Halloween Havoc 1991's Chamber of Horrors match. WTF indeed. Who won, who is with who and how do you win? Are all valid questions. Watch live with us and be prepared to laugh.
Is Age in the Cage one of the scariest matches, mainly because it's so bad. We'll let you be the judge as we talk about Hogan vs Piper from WCW's Halloween themed PPV. We discuss the ridiculous to obscure. No one is safe, especially not the fans.
In honor of October, we are talking about the monsters that take bumps in the ring. From Kane to the Yeti. What makes a success and failure. Also how many wrestling monsters can you name?
This week we identify wrestlers who would benefit from a change of scenery during the WWE draft. Who belongs on Raw and who belongs on Smackdown? And more importantly why? We also compare Extreme Rules and AEW's Grand Slam. Make sure you listen before the No. 1 draft pick is announced.
We do something a little unorthodox this week. Two of our panel members watch the first Gargano vs. Ciampa fight, something that would kick off four years of superb matches in NXT. Hear the real-time reactions and predictions for what the rest of the matches will hold, Also, quick mention of WWE's new champion Big E, the upcoming Extreme Rules PPV and the anticipation of AEW Dynamite's Grand Slam Bryan Danielson vs. Kenny Omega.
Has the landscape in professional wrestling shifted? Did All Out put AEW ahead of WWE, at least in terms of momentum and excitement? Does this mean anything for the global giant WWE? We examine what the return of CM Punk, and the debuts of American Dragon Bryan Danielson, Ruby Soho and Adam Cole (BAY-BAY) mean for pro wrestling. Plus we share our reaction to matches and introduce a new guest.
Kind of a loaded question with multiple layers. Will CM Punk be ready to go? Will we see the best wrestling show of the year? How many matches can truly steal the show? Who else will be added to AEW's loaded roster? We don't know the answers, but we are just as excited as Nia Jax was to smack Charlotte. Whoooo! Listen in and tell us what you think before Jericho and Fozzy go on tour.
What a week? In case you took a trip to Parts Unknown, you clearly know what we're talking about. . . EVERYTHING! We discuss Roman, Cena, Brock, Punk, Joe, Walter, Becky, Bianca, and the rest of the gang. So much going on in wrestling.
WWE's marquee PPV of the summer is here. We remind you that the event is on Saturday, Saturday, Saturday and breakdown what we predict will be some of the more subtle occurrences. Also, what other themes or scenarios will result from both Summerslam and NXT Takeover 36. Throw in some AEW talk and we have our wrestling addiction covered. . . unless of course you're straight edge.
We do something different this week. We're rewriting history like DuckTales. Our beloved host and your true Tribal Chief take a crack at rebooking two famous angles. Listen in and hear how we would have done it. Also, is this the death of NXT?
This week we got questions for our main WWE correspondent. What do you think of NXT stars on WWE? We dive into it Vince McMahon is wasting potential stars and if it matters if you don't watch NXT. Speaking of wasting talent, what is up with all the releases? Are Bray Wyatt and others bound for AEW?
It was a sight for sore eyes to see real fans attend WWE's Money in the Bank; and despite Peacock's best attempts we actually could see John Cena. We breakdown the week in wrestling from Tribal Chief good to Karrion Kross bad. Listen in to your weekly reminder that it is OK to be an Almost a Superhero, and its even OK to be "just another dude". But to prove you are the very best all you need is for them to ring the bell -- BayBay.
We seek to pick a winner for this Sunday's Money in the Bank. Who will hold the briefcase? How will they cash in? We give one prediction that will have children and adults crying. Will it come true? Also a follow up on last weeks nWo discussion. Each panel member gives their current day nWo picks.
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July 7, 2021 marks the 25th anniversary of when the wrestling world changed forever. That's right it is the birth of the nWo. Join us as we break down the factions standing among WCW, WWE, WWF, and even AEW.
We all know the obvious flaws with WWE's booking two years ago - cough, Charlotte, cough. But what should the ideal booking for Becky vs Ronda Rousey have looked like. We throw out one multi-month story complete with some star making promos. Grab some popcorn and listen.
Remember when WWE PPV's had cool names like No Mercy and Unforgiven? Remember when Hell in a Cell and TLC were rare matches that settled the score to end all scores? If the answer is yes, you're in the right place. If the answer is no, then sit down and listen little buckaroo as we talk about the good old days. We'll give our input and some ideas of how to improve the PPV gimmicks.
Which wrestling finishers deserve a comeback? The panel provides a list of finishing moves and holds they would like to see used today. Is your favorite on the list? Also we reimagine the S.H.I.E.L.D. vs, the Wyatt's and welcome the true head of the table.
This week the panel talks about the people who talk about wrestling. That's right we look at the announcers for WWE's Raw, Smackdown, and NXT, as well as AEW. That includes the newest addition, Mark Henry. Plus a quick review of Double or Nothing and Stadium Stampede.
We're looking into the future and highlighting the WWE wrestlers on Raw and Smackdown who could be title contenders come WrestleMania 38. Who is ready to make the jump? Also we rewrite some history for Stone Cold Steve Austin and Triple H. And a quick mention to AEW's Double or Nothing.
This week the panel discusses who is the best when it comes to championship gold. We each rank all the world champions between Raw, Smackdown, NXT and AEW. While we all know who sits at the head of the table, the rest of the rankings cause for some solid discussion. Also, King of the Ring 98, Mankind, Undertaker, Stone Cold, Kane on fire, Zombies, and Backlash, backlash, backlash.
Hey that rhymes. We guess it is a sign of the times. This week we discuss if AEW met expectations with Blood and Guts, their version of WarGames. And can WWE trick people into thinking this weekend is WrestleMania by adding the name to Backlash? Also a longer look into the most successful and controversial WCW PPV of all times, Starrcade 97. Can we fix it?
John Cena has gone too Fast and too Furious and so we beg the question: what are the best movies with a wrestler in them? The panel presents their Top 5 and why they hold a special place in their hearts. Plus, we grade our Fantasy WWE Draft, and make Summerslam '99 even better.
I mean, obviously. But jokes aside, we examine the belt collector as Omega has secured TNA/Impact, AEW and AAA gold. Are more to come? Most importantly, how does this end? We talk about the comparison to Roman Reigns and make plenty of Avengers references. Also, how does editing impact a wrestler's overall package, and why the small things matter.
Of course we think we can do it better, we're wrestling fans after all. See how the panel would draft their very own WWE roster. We go off the active roster with one wild card pick each. There are sure to be surprises as the Raw, NXT, and Smackdown rosters get jumbled up in this fantasy scenario.
The two-night WrestleMania has come and gone, and what is left? There are demands to put respect on Roman Reigns' name. A RAW that could have ran a month ago. New champions in the Women's Division with Rhea Ripley and Bianca Belair. Oh, and most importantly a new episode of Jack "Tonney's" Basement. Hear what the panel has to say of the show of shows. Plus, is it possible to save WrestleMania 11? We'll find out.
It's the biggest week in the world of Wrestling and your panel is discussing one thing and one thing only. Baron Corbin? NO. We're talking WrestleMania 37 and breaking down what has us excited, anxious or disappointed about this years card. In depth topics on the main events, the Fiend, and even the tag team turmoil. We compare to Takeover and even fix the disaster from 5 years ago. Nobody tell Asuka, be We Are Ready.
Two weeks before WWE's showcase event, WrestleMania, the Panel put their knowledge to the test. Joined by a special guest, they'll wage through 5,000 thumbtacks. . . sorry, we mean 50 questions in a Jeopardy style game that will determine an ultimate champion. . . for now.
Whatcha gonna do brother when Hulk Hogan ruins WrestleMania? At least that's how the panel feels this week. We dive into how WWE can't get out of its own way in promoting its biggest show in two years. Are they diluting the best matches? Are ticket prices turning fans away? We share our thoughts. Plus, when is wrestling at its funniest? The panel shares their favorite comedic moments.
WWE is having another two-night WrestleMania. Is it the key to preventing long shows, or is it going to dilute the fun? Can Eddie get a ticket? Plus a questionable finish to Revolution led to an amazing Wednesday night as AEW and NXT both came out swinging. As the war comes to an end, then panel examines what has made both shows better.
Who is the best of the best among WWE's Raw, Smackdown, NXT and AEW Dynamite. The panel announces their 2020 awards. Also is Christian Cage a game changer? Did AEW fizzle out with a death match? Is Eddie Kingston OK? Would our Eddie do the same to save the panel? We got to know.
Stop us if you've heard this one before: we have a new WWE champion. Miz's reign was week, literally one week. Lashley finally has the gold, but is this a master plan or some hot-shot booking. We don't know, but we'll examine. Plus a look at AEW Revolution, a possible turning point for the young company.
Awesome or awful? The Miz is the WWE Champion after Elimination Chamber, which has shaken the WrestleMania picture up. The panel shares their thoughts on the "Must See TV" champion, and reviews the latest PPV.
Is perfection possible in professional wrestling? Don't know. But the pursuit of it is part of the beauty of this simulated combat sport. On this episode, the panel discusses the latest developments with the Inner Circle on AEW and Undisputed Era on NXT. We also give predictions for this Sunday's Elimination Chamber as the WrestleMania chess pieces start coming into place.
In this week's episode we jump into AEW as one of our panelists gives his impressions after watching for the first time. Also, hear three different ideas on how the WrestleMania card will turn out. After listening to our panel you'll see it's clear that, as Sting would say, nothing is for sure.
With both feet on the floor, all three occupants of the basement break down the 2021 Royal Rumble. What worked? What didn't work? Plus a little look ahead and a peak over at our friends in NJPW. Also, who is the EST when it comes to the spear?
It's Royal Rumble week and the only way to celebrate is for the panel in Jack "Tonney's" Basement to go "over the top" in breaking down the annual event. Listen to this jam packed discussion with rumble predictions, dark horses and more. Also the panel talks about WTF is going on Little Miss Bliss, perhaps wrestling's most intriguing story right now.
Coming from Jack "Tonney's" Basement for the first time ever, the panel discusses the moments that got them hooked on professional wrestling and how it shaped the type of fan they have grown up to be. Lots of nostalgia put over on the debut episode. Plus, a look at the state of WWE's women division just years removed from the boom. Listen and subscribe for future episodes as our panel will discuss the state of professional wrestling, purely from a fans perspective.