‘The Ringer Wrestling Show’ brings you instant reactions to the biggest matches, breakdowns of the hottest feuds, and analysis of all the latest gossip in the wild world of professional wrestling. Join "The Masked Man" David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport and Brian H. Waters for a podcast feed that redefines what it means to be a wrestling fan.
WrestleMania week is here! David and Kaz kick things off discussing the possible fallout of events if John Cena successfully dethrones Cody Rhodes this Sunday (0:00). Then, they get into the frenzy caused by The Rock during his Rubik’s Cube social media video while wearing a New Japan Pro Wrestling shirt (0:00). The guys close the show hitting a plethora of topics, including the current hype level for WrestleMania 41, a potential Jey Uso-Gunther double turn and the possibilities for Randy Orton’...
The Ringer Wrestling Show previews WrestleMania 40, predicting match outcomes, discussing potential crowd reactions, and analyzing storylines. They discuss Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair promo, AEW's tag team tournament, and reflect on past wrestling rivalries like Rock-Hogan. Bret Hart joins to discuss his WrestleMania 13 match with Stone Cold, his storytelling approach, and backstage politics with Hogan and McMahon.
With just one week before they are all together, Ben, Khal, Brian, and David fire up the mics and discuss the upcoming ‘Ringer Wrestling’ meetup in Las Vegas (1:05).Then they discuss the following from ‘WWE Raw’: Seth Rollins says Paul Heyman owes him a favor now (4:32) What’s more exciting, the Women’s World Title or the fatal four-way for the IC title (15:27) Jey Uso’s face-to-face with Gunther (23:33) Rey Mysterio calls out El Grande Americano for a match at WrestleMania (34:13) Later they go...
David and Brian have a special mailbag episode for you. They answer questions regarding the following: Jey Uso’s quest to the World Heavyweight Championship (3:50) Jon Moxley retaining his AEW World Championship (11:59) Speedball Mike Bailey’s big showing at AEW Dynasty (24:43) Paul Heyman’s role in the CM Punk-Roman Reigns-Seth Rollins triple threat match (49:03) Who could be Randy Orton’s opponent at WrestleMania? (65:32) Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton get personal (85:29) Heading out to...
Hey Humanoids, David and Kaz welcome back Phil Schneider for a bonus episode. They preview the card for AEW Dynasty: Swerve Strickland vs. "Hangman" Adam Page (1:45) Megan Bayne vs. Toni Storm (13:14) Kenny Omega vs. Ricochet vs. "Speedball" Mike Bailey (17:03) The Death Riders vs. FTR (21:59) Daniel Garcia vs. Adam Cole (29:30) Mercedes Mone’s chances of winning the Owen Hart Cup (33:23) Be sure to check out our videos on BlueSky, TikTok, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kaz...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which pro wrestler will have the most influence on the next generation (0:41)? David and Kaz welcome Phil Schneider to the show to discuss his brand-new book, ‘Way of the Blade AEW Edition’ (7:00). Then they discuss the following Gunther makes Jimmy Uso bleed in front of Jey (15:39) Which matches from WrestleMania will likely have color (29:20) Later, Naomi comes through and discusses being proud of her attack on Jade, getting back on track with Bianca Belair, and...
The Ringer Wrestling Show discusses Jey Uso and Gunther's feud, Judgment Day's cooling heat, and Bianca Belair's refereeing. They analyze Cody Rhodes and John Cena's promo, revisiting WrestleMania X-Seven's TLC II match. Finally, they debate the Royal Rumble's importance and Paul Heyman's potential role.
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who from WrestleMania would you pick today to face Cody Rhodes (0:41)? David and Kaz fire up the mics early this week ahead of another afternoon WWE Raw. They discuss the following: Drew McIntyre’s comments on his feud with Damian Priest (12:52) Superstars who had a great year but not a clear path to WrestleMania (16:24) CM Punk reaches WrestleMania main event, but that’s not the favor Paul Heyman promised (33:16) Bret Hart vs. Stone Cold Steve Austin receives Ina...
David and Kaz discuss potential free agent moves in women's wrestling, focusing on Mariah May, Soraya, and Britt Baker. They analyze WWE's potential interest, contract negotiations, and storyline implications. The episode also covers Stephanie Vaquer's NXT run, MJF joining the Hurt Syndicate, fan attitudes toward Jey Uso, and controversial wrestling gimmicks.
The Ringer Wrestling Show crew discusses WrestleMania anticipation, John Cena's heel turn, and the possibility of the spinner belt returning. They also analyze Jey Uso's storyline, revisit Shane McMahon buying WCW, and share listener hot takes on Cena and the Bianca/Naomi/Jade dynamic. The episode explores the blend of nostalgia and current wrestling narratives.
David and Kaz recap pro wrestling events, starting with a shoutout to Chris Bey's benefit show and recovery. They analyze the Charlotte Flair-Tiffany Stratton promo and discuss the potential stakes in the Rollins-Punk-Reigns triple threat. Brian joins to explore a fantasy WWE-AEW cross-promotional booking scenario, covering potential matchups and storylines.
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who are your top four seeds in American pro wrestling? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the street fight between Jon Moxley and Rated R Superstar Cope, which had a spot we do not need to see anymore (4:49). Then they do a deep dive on Adam Page’s hair (20:01) and talk about how Karrion Kross models his hair on the person whose head he's trying to get into (27:12). Later, they discuss John Cena’s promo and whether or not he should ever become a babyfac...
Ben, Khal, Brian, and David fire up the mics and discuss the beauty of lunchtime wrestling after Raw’s early start time in the U.S. (2:14). Then, they go line by line to break down John Cena’s epic promo and figure out how much truth Cena was spitting with each section (8:37). Then, in this week’s Nostalgia Freakz, they revisit the Rock vs. Hollywood Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania X8 (56:20). Before they close, they go to the ‘Ringer Wrestling Worldwide’ hotline for They Said What?! and react to a c...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: How many tag titles have the Street Profits won (0:45)?David and Kaz fire up the mics before an early 'WWE Raw'. They discuss the following: What wrestling artifacts that would be included in the Smithsonian Museum (5:32) Rey Fenix teasers for 'SmackDown' (13:52) In honor of St. Patrick’s Day, a special Irish wrestler’s draft (25:46) A deep-dive on Drew McIntyre’s promo on 'SmackDown' (30:50) John Cena and Cody Rhodes will be in the same building for 'Raw' (43:43)...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who is the irrational favorite of this podcast? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing Speedball Mike Bailey becoming All Elite (0:44) and MJF’s conversation with MVP (09:00). Then, they recap NXT Roadblock (12:22). Last, they look at the current WrestleMania card and discuss how hype they are for each match (24:03). Be sure to check out our videos on BlueSky, TikTok, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Wa...
Ben, Khal, Brian, and David kick off the show with an in-person recap from Khal who was at Madison Square Garden for ‘Monday Night Raw’ (1:06). Then, they discuss the following: Seth Rollins defeats CM Punk in a cage match; Roman Reigns returns (5:25) What could be the favor Paul Heyman owes CM Punk (10:32)? Where does Jey Uso-Gunther fall on the card for Mania (19:45)? How long can Cody Rhodes continue the match build without John Cena around (25:24)? Then, they go to the Worldwide hotline and ...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which wrestler’s blood would you most want to lick off a steel cage? David and Kaz kick off the show by recapping the entire card from AEW Revolution, beginning with the lackluster main event between Jon Moxley and Adam Copeland (03:35). They then dive into the rest of the card from the show: Will Ospreay vs. Kyle Fletcher (18:21) Kenny Omega vs. Konosuke Takeshita (30:56) Toni Storm vs. Mariah May (34:10) The Hurt Syndicate vs. The Outrunners (47:33) Kazuchika Ok...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you could call any match from AEW Revolution this weekend, which would it be? (00:42) David and Kaz start the pod with a preview of AEW Revolution, including: Cope vs. Jon Moxley (05:47) Toni Storm vs. Mariah May (34:36) MJF vs. Hangman Page (41:10) Ricochet vs Swerve Strickland (45:46) Kenny Omega vs. Konosuke Takeshita (48:42) Mercedes Mone vs Momo Watanabe (52:26) Kazuchika Okada vs. Brody King (54:15) Kyle Fletcher vs. Will Ospreay (57:56) The Hurt Syndicat...
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by discussing whether or not John Cena’s heel turn was bigger than Hulk Hogan’s in 1996 (1:05). Then, David joins in, and they all discuss the following: Iyo Sky is the women’s world champion (13:47) Jade Cargill attacked Naomi and the role Bianca Belair had in everything (28:22) CM Punk went after his enemies and brawled with Seth Rollins (40:25) In Nostalgia Freakz, they look back at Goldberg’s 23-second win over Kevin Owens in 2017 to become WWE Universa...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What is your emotional state after John Cena’s heel turn (0:36)? David and Kaz have made you wait long enough, so they fire up the mics to react to Cena turning heel at WWE Elimination Chamber (4:37). Plus they discuss the Rock’s Final Boss character benefitting him beyond the box office (24:51). Later, they discuss Jade’s return and beatdown on Naomi, Bianca Belair winning the Elimination Chamber (56:27), whether Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens are the rivalry of the d...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Would you rather take a conchairto from Cope or be in a death match with Swerve (0:37)? David and Kaz preview this Saturday’s Elimination Chamber match, first discussing who the Rock’s champion could be if Cody Rhodes declines (6:10). Then they predict the winners for the following matches: The men’s Elimination Chamber match (53:56) The women’s Elimination Chamber match (56:49) Tiffany Stratton and Trish Stratus vs. Nia Jax and Candice LeRae (1:08:50) Kevin Owens...
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by discussing the viral YEET wedding introduction (3:16). Then, they are joined by David to discuss the following from 'Raw': Seth Rollins confronts Cody Rhodes about the Rock’s offer (8:22) Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez win the women’s tag team titles (22:16) Lyra Valkyria defeats Dakota Kai to retain her women’s intercontinental title (32:02) Then, in a rapid-fire session, Ben challenges the guys to book random names from 'Raw' for WrestleMania (41:03)....
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you could go back and let any pro wrestler hold your newborn baby, who would it be (0:40)? This week, David welcomes the 'Worldwide' crew, Ben, Khal, and Brian, to talk about a couple of head-scratching moments in wrestling. The Rock wants Cody Rhodes to be his corporate champion (3:40) Thunder Rosa’s weird usage of the chair on AEW Dynamite (45:30) A Cope and Moxley world title match is loading for AEW Revolution (1:00:57) Be sure to check out our videos on Bl...
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by discussing WrestleMania 41, which is exactly 60 days away, and their current excitement levels (2:56). Then, they are joined by David to get into Highspot Headlines: Ricky Starks becomes Ricky Saints and signs a NXT contract (10:40) Michael Cole says that WWE is “not professional wrestling anymore” (35:34) Then, in Nostalgia Freakz, they hop in the time machine to No Way Out 2002 for the nWo’s WWE debut (48:06). Finally, in They Said What?!, they react t...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: With the minimum WWE salary being around $300,000, what would you do in pro wrestling for that salary (0:37)? David and Kaz kick off the show discussing the WWE equivalent of Mac McClung three-peating in the Slam Dunk Contest (5:19). Then, they discuss the winners and losers of the weekend including: Mercedes Moné (12:30) Kenny Omega, Will Ospreay, Konosuke Takeshita, and Kyle Fletcher (21:00) Toni Storm (31:49) Roxanne Perez (37:40) Bianca Belair and Naomi (41:29...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which wrestler did you not like as a kid, but you would wear their merch today (0:35)? David and Kaz close the week with a stacked show, discussing the following: Ricky Starks shows up on NXT (10:53) Who has the biggest upside in WWE between Starks, Miro, and Aleister Black (20:11) AEW Grand Slam preview (33:50) NXT Vengeance Day preview (59:38) They close the show with love to Chris Bey, who posted an inspirational video to celebrate his 29th birthday (1:08:45). ...
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by talking through what the pro wrestling feud equivalent of the Kendrick Lamar–Drake beef is (4:33). Then they are joined by David to recap the following from 'Raw': CM Punk doesn't know Logan Paul’s music (12:46) Jey Uso picks Gunther as his WrestleMania opponent (14:56) Who will be the final participants in the Women’s Elimination Chamber match? (24:26) Bron Breakker wears a cowboy hat while confronting AJ Styles (35:00) Then, in Nostalgia Freakz, they r...
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: WWE trademarked a bunch of names. Which one of these is most likely to headline a WrestleMania (0:45)? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the Super Bowl and the squash-match equivalent to the beatdown the Eagles put on the Chiefs (03:30). Then they discuss the WWE Superstars who were released over the weekend and where they will fit (16:55). Later they talk about how this WrestleMania does not have a concrete ending the way last year’s did (27:29). Then...
David and Kaz kick off the show by recapping AEW Dynamite, starting with how to improve Kenny Omega’s threads (5:05). Then they discuss Dustin Rhodes going face-to-face with MJF (21:48). Later, they get into WrestleMania "maybes," where they discuss matches they believe will happen at the Showcase of the Immortals in Las Vegas (33:30). Then Khal tags in to answer a few mailbag questions from X (1:04:53). Be sure to check out our videos on BlueSky, TikTok, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David S...
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by discussing Brian’s incredible weekend; he went two for two in our Royal Rumble draft, and his Lakers made a WWE-to-AEW-like trade, acquiring Luka Doncic (0:30). Then, they discuss an action-packed 'Raw': Kevin Owens closed the show by beating down his best friend, Sami Zayn (9:50) Early Elimination Chamber predictions (16:40) Seth Rollins vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania loading (23:25)? Jey Uso’s heartfelt promo after winning the Rumble (35:22) Rhea Rip...
