WrestleMania week is here! On this episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun, start by discussing The Rock’s latest IG post and what it all means to them (05:19) before discussing how excited they are for WrestleMania 40 and everything leading up to the biggest show of the year (12:15). They then move to Jade Cargill’s ‘SmackDown’ debut, what they thought about her presentation, if she’s the best looking wrestler in history, and just how important representation in all different way...
Mar 31, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 120
On this episode of the TFW podcast, Matt & Rhodesia go back and forth on how her Mount Rushmore list was represented on social media while Eshaun plays with the soundboard (00:13) They then move on to discussing the incredible “WWE RAW” show from this past Monday including Cody Rhodes & The Rock's legendary segment, the Roman Reigns of it all, CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, and Seth Rollins in an unforgettable promo battle, and if WWE should get rid of scripted promos (03:52). Other topics incl...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 2Ep. 119
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun start the episode by talking their wrestling comparison of the Drake, J. Cole & Kendrick Lamar rap beef and who’s the Big Sean of wrestling (00:15) before they turn their attention to the Roman Reigns & Cody Rhodes promo segment from “WWE SmackDown”. What worked, what didn’t, and everything in between. (08:59) Other topics include: Jade Cargill is officially on the blue brand, what’s next for her? (25:20) Thoughts on Montez Ford (34:18) WrestleMania 40 “It’s pr...
Mar 24, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 118
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun kick things off with talking Cody Rhodes’s promo on “WWE RAW” this past Monday and if it was what he needed to fight back against The Rock or was something missing? (01:44). Other topics include: “RAW” quick hits including Drew McIntyre, Jimmy & Jey Uso’s segment and the story of Gunther, Chade Gable & Sami Zayn (16:19) If there are too many factions in WWE (38:44) Twitter responses on how this current run is impacting The Rock’s legacy (46:09) Differences betw...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 15 min•Season 2Ep. 117
The Rock continues to dominate the wrestling world and that’s where Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun start on this St. Patrick’s Day edition of the TFW pod! They discuss his latest work on IG & SmackDown, what this run is doing to his legacy and could we see a double turn between him and Roman Reigns (00:57). Other topics include: SmackDown quick hits (26:46) The two women’s title matches not main eventing either night of WrestleMania (33:48) Mercedes Mone’s AEW debut and how it was executed (43:2...
Mar 17, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 116
In the latest episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun discuss the hate Def Rebal has been getting on social media and they give their top current entrance themes (00:16). WWE put together another strong episode of “WWE RAW” this past Monday and the trio talk Becky Lynch, Candice LeRae/Maxxine Dupri, Sami Zayn/Chad Gable, Uce vs Uce among other items (14:21) Other topics include: When do we see Seth Rollins vs Roman Reigns again? (57:11) The latest on Brock Lesnar (01:07:04) Cody R...
Mar 13, 2024•1 hr 52 min•Season 2Ep. 115
In the latest episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun discuss The Rock, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins segment from “SmackDown” including who came across the best (& worst), the seeds that were planted for future stories being told, Seth being set up to lose his title on night 2 and what would be next for Cody Rhodes if he wins the title @ WrestleMania (05:15). Other topics include: Naomi, Jade, and the Bianca of it all with stepping in to help Bayley against Damag...
Mar 10, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Season 2Ep. 114
In the latest episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun start by discussing which move would they rather take: 10 chops from Gunther or Darby Allin’s bump through the glass (00:13) before getting into a spirited discussion on AEW Revolution including Will Ospreay & Takeshita, the length of the show, Sting’s retirement, how well it was handled, and if it was the best retirement in wrestling history (03:54). Other topics include: Paul Heyman being inducted into the WWE HOF & w...
Mar 06, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 2Ep. 113
In the latest episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun are back after taking a pod off and getting to it! The Rock had social media on fire after dropping a 21 minute vid and then followed it up with a 22 minute promo on “SmackDown”, the crew discusses it all, along with which match type do they want to see more for night 2 of “WrestleMania”. Other topics include: Dakota Kai’s turn on Bayley The footage online of Maxxine Dupri being boo’d at a house show last weekend Listener comme...
Mar 03, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 2Ep. 112
In the latest episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun are joined by Brandon to discuss a plethora of topics including: “Elimination Chamber” thoughts (02:08) A booking scenario where Drew McIntyre beats Seth Rollins @ WrestleMania but doesn’t walk out of Philly as the champion (16:45) An Austin Theory & Grayson Waller feud? (20:41) The Rock vs Cody Rhodes fantasy booking idea for WrestleMania night one (24:30) Is Cody Rhodes too nice? (28:44) Listener question about what Gunth...
Feb 25, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 2Ep. 111
In the latest episode of the TFW podcast, Matt gives a personal life update (RIP Dude, we love you!) (02:27) before discussing “WWE RAW” including where was Cody to help Jey Uso (05:46), Jimmy vs Jey Uso (10:37), Sami Zayn’s path to WrestleMania (13:33), Cody Rhodes being pinned for only the 2nd time in 2 years (20:32), and the women’s Elimination Chamber promo segment falling a bit flat (32:36). Listener question surrounding how much we’re enjoying the road to WrestleMania compared to previous ...
Feb 21, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 110
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun don’t let technical difficulties get in the way of you getting your TFW pod fix! On this mini episode, the crew discuss The Rock’s promo from this past Friday’s “SmackDown”, what they liked and didn’t like from it, some quick wrestling faction talk + more! Connect With Us! Twitter: @ThatsFNW IG:@ThatsFNW YouTube: That’s Freakin’ Wrestling
Feb 18, 2024•35 min•Season 2Ep. 109
In the latest episode, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun start by discussing why there was no pod on Sunday, Matt’s guest appearance on “The Delvin Cox Experience” Podcast (01:17), the latest on The Rock, Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins: what’s next, promo’s that have been done (and not done), booking scenario’s, and everything in between! (05:44). They then discuss: The Judgement Day, R-Truth, when does Damian Priest cash in & if The New Day is stale (44:00) Who’s more popular: Rhea Rip...
Feb 14, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 108
In this emergency pod, the TFW crew discuss the WrestleMania press conference and their reactions to all the craziness! Connect With Us! Twitter: @ThatsFNW IG:@ThatsFNW YouTube: That’s Freakin’ Wrestling
Feb 09, 2024•37 min
In the latest episode, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun get into the latest news with the Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, and The Rock along Drew McIntyre doing some of the best work of his career (01:54) They then discuss the WrestleMania press conference and what they do not want to see happen (17:30) before touching on other items from “WWE Raw”(41:50), NXT including NXT Vengeance Day (or is it Stand & Deliver?), (51:00) and if they think they’ll ever be a need for a “NXT 3.0”(52:50). Mic Foley says...
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 107
In the latest episode, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun talk what the entire wrestling world is going crazy about: The Rock, Roman Reigns, and Cody Rhodes! The trio goes over their thoughts on the segment from “SmackDown”, the fans reactions since, how this makes Cody look, what they can do to try to appease all fans for “WrestleMania”, and how this compares to the Daniel Bryan/WrestleMania situation (00:18). They revisit some top 20 superstars lists (1:00:38), Bayley picking Iyo Sky on “SmackDown”(1:...
Feb 04, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 2Ep. 106
In the latest episode, the TFW pod start with giving their thoughts on the latest Vince McMahon allegations and HHH’s response to the questions surrounding Vince at the Royal Rumble press conference (02:52), the Netflix deal for ‘RAW’ and how it can help build WWE’s brand and the pro wrestling business as a whole (26:52) before talking this weeks ‘RAW’ show (39:50) including 2 fantastic promo segments involving Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, CM Punk & Drew McIntyre, a potential Big E return teas...
Jan 31, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Season 2Ep. 105
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun are joined by friend of the show Brandon minutes after the Royal Rumble ended and discussed WWE’s 1st step on the road to WrestleMania! The foursome broke down the winners of both Rumble matches and where they’re headed, the surprises (& lack thereof), match placement, highlights, lowlights, and everything in between. Lock in and enjoy the convo! Twitter: @ThatsFNW IG:@ThatsFNW YouTube: That’s Freakin’ Wrestling
Jan 28, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Season 2Ep. 104
On this episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun present their personal top 20 superstar lists of all time! Who made their lists? Who did NOT make their lists? How many current wrestlers are on their lists? Which wrestlers are on all 3 of their lists? They then put together a “TFW Top 10 Of All Time” list. This episode may surprise you, enjoy! Connect With Us! Twitter: @ThatsFNW IG:@ThatsFNW YouTube: That’s Freakin’ Wrestling...
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 103
The TFW crew bring you a special watch along episode with Ryan from The Parallax Effect Podcast. The main event of WrestleMania 12 was the 1st ever Iron Man match in WWE PPV history with Bret Hart and Shawn Michaels. Does this match hold up to more current Iron Man matches? Is this one of Bret’s or HBK’s best matches? They discuss all this and more in real time while watching. They also discuss current topics including Seth Rollins injury, NJPW announcing Kaz Okada is leaving the promotion, kick...
Jan 21, 2024•1 hr 35 min•Season 2Ep. 102
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun start this episode by discussing what change they would make to the Royal Rumble match (00:09) before discussing the injury that occurred during the main event on ‘WWE RAW’ to Seth Rollins and what they would book for WrestleMania if Seth is out of action (03:11). They discuss Cody & Drew’s promo segment (06:48), the different stories heading into “The Royal Rumble” with the top stars (14:06), and CM Punk & Cody Rhodes will be face to face next week (25:54). Ma...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 101
That’s Freakin’ Wrestling turns 100 (episodes)! Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun bring you a supersized 100th episode and are joined by Katrina and Matt Jr. to celebrate. Before the party gets started, the TFW crew talk current events in pro wrestling: -Roman Reigns not being advertised for Elimination Chamber and their best case scenarios for Cody finishing his story and still getting Rock vs Roman (03:12) -Rhodesia and Eshaun fantasy book their woman’s Royal Rumble picks through WrestleMania (21:01)...
Jan 14, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 100
Tony Khan did it again! Matt, Rhodesia, & Eshaun start this episode by discussing the hilarious afternoon Tuesday was on Twitter/X with Tony Khan, Eric Bischoff, Jonathan Coachman, Jinder Mahal and others in regards to wins, losses, booking, and more (00:12) Eric Bischoff also made comments this week surrounding Mercedes Mone’’s potential impact on AEW’s business (29:43). Paul Heyman responded to a tweet from Matt this past weekend and they discuss the nugget of knowledge he dropped (37:07),...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 99
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun begin this episode by talking what wrestler they would want in their wedding after Cody Rhodes tells a fan at a WWE live event he’ll be their best man (00:11). The TFW crew then discuss: -“SmackDown” featured Roman Reigns, a triple threat match that’s turning into a fatal 4 way at the “Royal Rumble”, Paul Heyman’s incredible promo, & the possibility of Roman losing the title without being pinned to further along Cody’s and The Rock’s stories (04:11) -With WWE plann...
Jan 07, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun are back and have another great show lined up for you! The Rock is back on WWE TV and made it perfectly clear he’s eyeing a showdown with Roman Reigns, the TFW crew breaks it all down (00:24). Other topics include: -RAW talk including Damien Priest failed cash in, Drew Mcintyre’s future & Nia Jax beating Becky Lynch (26:15) -Free agency watch 2024 update with Mercedes Mone’ & Trinity/Naomi (38:50) -Is Sting a top 20 superstar of all time? (46:41) -Patrick Clark...
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 97
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun wish you a Happy New Years! On today’s episode, the TFW crew discuss AEW World’s End PPV and Adam Cole’s reveal as the Devil (01:28), what’s next for MJF (17:49), Swerve’s usage on the show (22:16), final thoughts on The Continental Classic (29:42), and the awesome Christian vs. Adam Copeland match (36:00). Andrade moving on to WWE (38:39), the Chris Jericho rumors and the response & lack of response so far (47:16), Kevin Dunne leaving WWE (53:38), the latest on Me...
Dec 31, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 96
Matt, Rhodesia, and Eshaun brings you the episode that has been a year in the making, part 2 of the best of awards! -Most popular wrestler -Tag Team of the year -Breakout wrestler of the year -Promo of the year (best talker) -MVP of AEW -MVP of WWE -Match of the year -Woman’s wrestler of the year -Men’s Wrestler of the year Sit back, relax, and have some fun with the TFW fam! Connect With Us! Twitter: @ThatsFNW IG:@ThatsFNW YouTube: That’s Freakin’ Wrestling...
Dec 27, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 95
On this Christmas Eve episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia & Eshaun bring you part 1 of the “TFW Best Of The Year Awards” where they give out awards for: Best Run In Best @ Getting People To Break Character Biggest Surprise Of The Year Best Finish Of The Year Best PPV/PLE Of The Year Best Storyline Of The Year Matt also has a hot take surround Solo Sikoa that Eshaun and Rhodesia give their thoughts on (44:27) Connect With Us! Twitter: @ThatsFNW IG:@ThatsFNW YouTube: That’s Freakin’ Wre...
Dec 24, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 94
On this episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia & Eshaun hit you with: RAW thoughts including new women tag team champs and Becky Lynch vs Nia Jax at Day 1 RAW in 2 weeks (6:55) Charlotte Flair signs a new contract with WWE and the trio discuss which woman should get paid more between Charlotte, Becky, and Sasha Banks (19:20) MJF again says that he has not signed a new contract with AEW, they talk where they would want to see Max end up if this is true (26:36) WWE trying out a new match t...
Dec 20, 2023•57 min•Season 1Ep. 93
On this episode of the TFW podcast, Matt, Rhodesia & Eshaun start by talking this past week’s SmackDown including AJ Styles return and if they would prefer a one on one match with Randy Orton vs Roman Reigns or a fatal 4 way match including Randy Orton, LA Knight, AJ Styles & Roman Reigns at the Royal Rumble (01:51). Matt makes a correlation to the matches on SmackDown to what’s happening with the Continental Classic in AEW (13:08) and the trio discuss the latest promo video package for ...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 92
