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Episode 241: Royal Rumble Predictions

This week it's all about The Royal Rumble!  We went live on Saturday to go over our predictions. How right were we? Also: Why are wrestlers today being labeled as soft? Does Roman Reigns have beef with Goldberg and The Undertaker?  Is Shaq a big enough draw to help AEW? Can The Miz be a believable champion?  Who are our favorites to win the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic?  Where will Moose wind up next? When will we see Trey Miguel hit that next level? Plus, what is going on with Raw creative?

Episode 240: …and so it begins!

This week we review IMPACT's Hard to Kill. Which match impressed us the most? Who stole the show? What happens next with Rich Swann? Also: Should WWE let Alundra Blayze have one last match? Is WWE bringing fans back too soon? Which big name is a lock to be at WrestleMania 37? Which promotion will Taya Valkyrie go to next? Will we see the Fight Pit on the main roster? Plus, have we truly seen the beginnings of a war between AEW and IMPACT? 

Episode 239: The Main Event

This week we discuss the Kevin Owens/Roman Reigns storyline. What could have creative done to make it better? Also: Should Wrestlemania be two nights instead of one? Which wrestler could benefit from having a mouthpiece? Who on the WWE roster currently has the 'it" factor? Would Alexa Bliss benefit from having a championship run? Who has the most momentum heading into the Royal Rumble? Plus, if HHH had one last match at Wrestlemania, who should it be and why?

Episode 238: Political Rumble

This week we reflect on the events that took place at the Capitol Building. Should Donald Trump be removed from WWE’s Hall of Fame? Also: Which brand could use Rhea Ripley the most? Did Kevin Owens save Damien Priest’s career? Is The Bullet Club 2.0 the new NWO? What’s next for Raquel Gonzalez? How valuable is Su Yung to IMPACT? Will Goldberg beat Drew McIntyre at the Royal Rumble? Plus, which match stole the show at NXT New Year’s Evil?

 

Episode 237: RIP Brodie Lee

This week we pay our respects to Brodie Lee, and discuss his tribute episode on AEW Dynamite. Did WWE honor his memory the right way? Also: What’s next for The Dark Order? Can Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre bring wrestling to the next level? What is the state of wrestling free agency? Is Sami Callihan worth the money? What will a Firefly Funhouse match look like between The Fiend and Randy Orton? Why don’t cliffhangers work in wrestling anymore? Plus, what is NXT doing that the main roster should? 

Episode 236: Puddy Awards LIVE!

It’s our 5th annual Puddy Awards!

The categories are: 
Superstar of the Year
Match of the Year
One to Watch in 2021
Acquisition of the Year
Moment of the Year
Brand of the Year
Promo of the Year
Breakout Star of the Year
Indie Star to Watch

Plus: Who stole the show at TLC?
WWE eying IMPACT talent
Trish Stratus vs. Sasha Banks?
Shawn Spears shoot promo
RIP Brodie Lee
Carmella’s new attitude
Roman Reigns/Kevin Owens rivalry
Big push for Big E
The Fiend buried? 

Episode 235: A New Era

This week we take a look at The Bullet Club reunion. Will this lead to a war between AEW and IMPACT? Also: What would a re-birth of The Attitude Era look like today? Is there a need for a second NXT show? Was JR right to call out AEW talent on his podcast? Are we seeing the beginning of the end for Undisputed Era? Is Kyle O'Reilly championship material? Plus, we ask the question: why is NXT losing the ratings war to AEW, even though they have more quality matches?

Episode 234: WarGames

This week we talk about the Kenny Omega experiment on IMPACT. Is he truly on the verge of making history, or will this be a flop? Also: Is Keith Lee going back to the Performance Center a bad thing? How is Sting signing with AEW any different from Goldberg signing with WWE? Which match stole the show at NXT WarGames? Why isn’t Raquel Gonzalez the #1 Contender? Is Pat McAfee championship material? How will the loss of The North affect IMPACT’s Tag Team Division? Plus, who needs a win more at TLC: Randy Orton or The Fiend? 

Episode 233: Winter is Here!

Well, what a week!  Winter came and it did not disappoint, as we saw two huge surprises shake the landscape of professional wrestling.  What are the pans for Sting in AEW?  Are you happy to see the Stinger get one more run?  New Champion Kenny Omega is Impact bound, what does this new partnership mean for both companies?  What dream matches will this lead to and which organization benefits most from this?  Is the WWE really willing to work with other companies, or are other companies still willing to work with them?  What does the future hold for Raquel Gonzalez?  All this, plus Green Man comes back, as well remember the late great Pat Patterson. 

Episode 232: Thank You Taker

This week we ask ourselves what are we most thankful for in wrestling. Also: Which match stole the show at Survivor Series? Did Sasha Banks cement herself as the face of the Women's Division? Is Alexa Bliss WWE's version of Su Yung? Who will be the next #1 Contender for the WWE Championship? Did The New Day pass the torch to The Street Profits? Where does Bayley rank amongst the 4 Horsewomen? Plus, we say goodbye to The Undertaker as we take a look at his impact in the world of wrestling. 

Episode 231: State of the Unions

This week we discuss the ramifications of SAG-AFTRA unionizing professional wrestling. Who will this hurt the most? Also: Should The Bella Twins make their comeback to wrestling? Is Deonna Purrazzo the real deal? How would Moose fit on the WWE roster? Is Rich Swann a believable champion? Why doesn't Io Shirai get enough credit? Can Rhea Ripley be a star on the main roster? Where has this version of Roman Reigns been this whole time? Plus our thoughts on the PWI Tag Team 50. Did they get it right? 

Episode 230: A New Hope

This week we are joined by Rey Calitri as he shares his story on how he overcame a career ending injury. He also discusses how he came to be the #1 Contender for the ECWA Legacy Championship. Plus: is Jon Moxley overrated? Why are Eddie Kingston's promos so effective? Will we see The Four Horsemen in AEW? Can we trust WWE Creative? Will Alexa Bliss and Bray Wyatt be effective babyfaces? And much more! 

Episode 229: Tricks, Treats & Title Changes

This week we recap Bound for Glory and Hell in a Cell. Who stole the show, and which match could potentially be Match of the Year? Plus: Why isn’t NXT involved with Survivor Series this year? Will the Vince McMahon documentary open doors with Netflix? How will the Knockouts Tag Team Championship be different from WWE’s. Who shot Bravo on IMPACT? Did Jey Uso turn heel too fast? What happened with Kylie Rae? Are we seeing the best version of Alexa Bliss? And much more! 

Episode 228: Monsters, Musicals & Mayhem

This week we are joined by The Meadowlands Monster AND Shane Fair. They go over the events that transpired at Pro Wrestling Magic, and where they go from here. Plus: Will we indeed see The Undertaker in action one last time? Should wrestlers get residuals? What would a wrestling union look like? Who impressed us the most on TV this week? What made the Jericho/MJF musical a success? And much more! 

Episode 227: Draft Daze Winners & Losers

This week we analyze the WWE Draft. We answer these questions: Which brand came out on top? Who stands to benefit the most? What should we expect to see going forward? Plus: Is splitting up The New Day a mistake? Can Big E succeed on his own? Will Raw Retribution be missed? Which current storyline are we invested in the most? And we share our thoughts on the PWI Women's 100.