Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip are back after an eventful Royal Rumble weekend. They discuss the following: CM Punk’s tricep injury in the Royal Rumble (14:36) Seth Rollins calls out Cody Rhodes (19:38) Whether or not it’s time to let the Rock vs. Roman Reigns go (21:49) Some of the fun moments from the Royal Rumble (26:24) Predictions for the WrestleMania XL main events (47:20) The possible return of babyface Bayley (49:09) Jade Cargill’s impressive debut (53:10) Be sure to check out videos on the Rin...
Jan 30, 2024•1 hr 5 min
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which Royal Rumble entrance popped you the most? David and Kaz kick off the week by discussing a few highlights from this year’s Royal Rumble: Cody Rhodes immediately picked Roman Reigns (3:49) The big returns in the men’s Rumble match (17:12) Naomi returned in the women’s Rumble match (28:57) Jade Cargill made her in-ring debut (41:30) Roman Reigns won and went to the skybox (43:15) They close the show by discussing the details of the lawsuit against Vince McMaho...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Rosenberg is live from Tampa for this year’s Royal Rumble. He jumps into the mailbag questions of the week (3:49). Later, Dip joins him to share their thoughts on their visit at Hogan’s Hangout (27:00). Rosenberg closes the show with his Hot97 interview with Bianca Belair and Montez Ford.Be sure to check out videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Bryan Diperstein Guest: Bianca Belair and Montez Ford Producer: Brian H. Waters Lea...
Jan 26, 2024•58 min
As we are days away from one of pro wrestling's biggest events, David and Kaz fire up the mics and discuss the following: Key takeaways from the WWE-Netflix deal (3:06) The possibility that 'Raw' will move off of Mondays (10:52) Who will win the Royal Rumble match (21:34)? Was MJF’s title run a mistake (25:23)? Final Royal Rumble predictions (43:29) Be sure to check out videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads and X! Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ka...
Jan 25, 2024•1 hr 6 min
It’s Royal Rumble week which means Ben, Khal and Brian discuss their favorite moments from Rumbles of the past! Then they jump into the following headlines: Nick Khan says WWE audience will get bigger with a Drive to survive type series on Netflix (5:49). Drew McIntyre says his character is the most compelling he’s felt in a long time (17:56) Santino Marella says TNA is working to get a big TV deal (25:06) Then after the break, Jonathan Bartlett joins the show and discusses creating the cover fo...
Jan 24, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip come in HOT this morning! First they give you an update on a Heat and Greet during WrestleMania week (2:50). Then they jump into what the wrestling world is talking about: ‘WWE Raw’ is going to Netflix in 2025 (5:13) The Rock and Roman Reigns’s chances (15:14) CM Punk and Cody Rhodes (19:19) The Excitement around the Royal Rumble (27:09) They close the show responding to some mailbag questions (33:12)!Be sure to check out videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestli...
Jan 23, 2024•46 min
David and Kaz kick off the Royal Rumble week with this cold open question of the week: Who would you rather book, CGI Hulk Hogan or CGI Stone Cold Steve Austin (0:38)? Then they discuss the following: Seth Rollins will address the WWE Universe on ‘WWE Raw’ (4:07)? Should Cody Rhodes still have won at WrestleMania (16:43)? What would The Rock vs. Roman Reigns look like (27:50)? Bianca and Rhea Ripley make the cover of WWE 2K24 (37:15). Will Kazuchika Okada choose WWE or AEW (40:16)? AEW’s ranking...
Jan 22, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Back-to-back interviews for the Friday Something? You bet! But first, the Miz One Dip joins the Maj One Rosenberg to talk more about the Judgment Day’s future (06:00), Dip’s changed opinion on Drew McIntyre (15:23), and some more speculation on this year’s Royal Rumble. Then R-Truth gets deep with Rosenberg while discussing his comeback from an emotionally and physically draining injury that nearly left him with an amputated leg (36:08). Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip Guest: R-Truth Producer: Tr...
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr 6 min
On the Thursday edition of 'The Masked Man Show,' David and Kaz power through with the following discussions: Who had a better showing, Jinder Mahal or HOOK (5:36r)? Could Jinder Mahal defeat Gunther (22:22)? Has the novelty of CM Punk worn off (25:22)? Who is going to be heavyweight champion first, Oba Femi or HOOK (34:04)? Congratulations to Kaz on winning a New York Sports Emmy Award! Be sure to check out videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads and X. Hosts: D...
Jan 18, 2024•44 min
Going WORLDWIIIIIDE for one year! Ben, Khal, and Brian kick things off by reflecting on their show as they celebrate one year together. Then they get into the following headlines: - DDP calls Cody Rhodes this generation’s people’s champion (8:36) - Bayley says there’s always a place in WWE for Draymond Green (20:27) - Nick Nemeth’s debut on TNA's 'Hard to Kill' hits 1 million views (29:07) To continue the celebration, they welcome WWE power couple Bianca Belair and Montez Ford (38:40). They come...
Jan 17, 2024•1 hr 26 min
With Dip recovering from a weekend of schmuying, Rosenberg and SGG are still here to give you the latest and greatest in the world of professional wrestling. The guys discuss: Intro (00:00) TNA’s rebrand (06:38) The future of the Judgment Day (17:34) An early glimpse of whom Rhea Ripley could face at WrestleMania (26:38) Santos Escobar is maj (34:20) Plus, Rosenberg responds to feedback from his Jimmy Hart interview, and he also hints at some ‘Cheap Heat’ exclusive news. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg a...
Jan 16, 2024•54 min
David and Kaz kick off the show with the cold open question of the week: Who was a better WWE champion, Jinder Mahal or Dolph Ziggler? Then they discuss the following from this weekend in pro wrestling: The possibility of Roman Reigns vs. Nick Aldis (13:12) Will the Rock be at the Royal Rumble (17:42)? Fantasy booking the ending of the Royal Rumble (19:10) Which wrestlers who were at WrestleMania X8 could be world champions today (26:20)? TNA Hard to Kill recap (52:00) A preview of Seth Rollins ...
Jan 15, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Ladies and gentlemen, we definitely have something for this week’s edition of the Friday Something … a conversation with "The Mouth of the South," Jimmy Hart! Here’s what he and Rosenberg discuss on today’s very special episode: Intro (00:00) Joining WWE and moving to New York City (04:13) Working with Bobby Heenan (13:44) Working with Bret Hart (17:14) Inducting Andy Kaufman into the Hall of Fame (33:20) The role of managers in the wrestling business (43:44) Whether Hulk Hogan could ever return...
Jan 12, 2024•1 hr 13 min
David kicks off the show with Ben from ‘Wednesday Worldwide’ and this Cold Open Question of the Week: If Dave caught a case of the Twitter Fingers like Tony Khan, what would Ben do (1:04)? Then, they open up the mailbag and answer some of your questions (4:42). They cover a variety of topics, including how to keep Cody Rhodes, Jey Uso, and LA Knight’s momentum going into WrestleMania, as well as their ideal title ladder match at The Grandest Stage of Them All (5:04). Later, they debate who Gunth...
Jan 11, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by giving flowers to R-Truth for his video production skills! Then they get into the following headlines: Tony Khan says HOOK is a more logical challenger than Jinder Mahal (4:17) Kurt Angle says CM Punk would have fared well in the Attitude Era (15:12) Eric Bischoff believes AI can help with pro wrestling (23:25) Then, in They Said What?!, they react to a couple of Van Lathan’s takes from his legendary guest appearance on 'The Masked Man Show' 33:00). Last...
Jan 10, 2024•1 hr 6 min
With SGG off physically vacationing, Rosenberg is joined by Dip and producers Brian and Troy to fill in SGG's physically large shoes. On today’s episode, the guys discuss: The Drew McIntyre–CM Punk segment from Raw (00:00) Ludwig Kaiser’s impactful moment (13:22) Speculation on which WWE superstars (past and present) might appear at Royal Rumble (19:10) Whether The Judgment Day has run its course (32:12) The significance of The Rock vs. Roman Reigns and whether it needs a title (35:08) More girl...
Jan 09, 2024•1 hr 4 min
David and Kaz welcome the self-proclaimed number one voice in wrestling media, Van Lathan! He comes to discuss the following: Rediscovering his love for wrestling (3:00) The Iron Claw (8:51) The Rock’s return to WWE (25:240) The Rock being a heel during this run (33:38) CM Punk returns to Raw (0:00) Follow ‘The Ringer Wrestling Show’ on Instagram and Threads, TikTok, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Van Lathan Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...
Jan 08, 2024•1 hr 26 min
Before getting into the nitty-gritty of pro wrestling, Rosenberg and Dip have a conversation about health and wellness (00:00) and whether eating protein is overrated. Then, the guys discuss: Peter’s on-air flub that led Cody Rhodes to send him a text (10:27) Dip’s “giant hot take” on the Usos (16:06) Whether the Rock will wear a shirt at ‘WrestleMania’ (17:50) Joaquin Wilde's catapult (31:38) Dip’s story behind recently meeting a WWE superstar (33:40) Whether Cody is more maj than his father, D...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 3 min
David kicks off the show with Ben and Brian of 'Wednesday Worldwide,' and they discuss the Rock’s return and their excitement levels for his showdown with Roman Reigns at WrestleMania XL (3:42). Then, Phil Schneider joins the show to discuss New Japan Pro-Wrestling’s Wrestle Kingdom 18 (31:47), AEW Worlds End (49:41), and Phil's 10 top matches of 2023 (65:33) Be sure to check out videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads and X. Hosts: David Shoema...
Jan 04, 2024•1 hr 38 min
Finally! The Rock–Roman Reigns Loading! Plus, Mercedes Moné AEW Bound? | Wednesday Worldwide Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by sharing their go-to emojis in the wake of a potential Rock–Roman Reigns match at WrestleMania XL. Then they get in the following headlines: Mercedes Moné could be AEW bound, while Trinity could be headed back to WWE (0:00) What AEW looks like without MJF, who could be headed for surgery (0:00) Kevin Dunn leaves WWE (0:00) Then, in They Said What?! they react to P...
Jan 03, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Refreshed from the holiday break, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip are here to discuss a whole lot of professional wrestling. In the first episode of 2024, the guys get into: The Rock’s surprise appearance on ‘Raw' (08:42) Speculation on The Rock vs. Roman Reigns at ‘Wrestlemania’ OR in Rosenberg’s favorite place: Perth, Australia (22:10) The Cody Rhodes of it all (29:37) MJF’s prolific AEW title run comes to an end (35:07) Rosenberg’s tales from Rio de Janeiro (47:54) Plus, Troy the Goy atones for his s...
Jan 02, 2024•1 hr 6 min
In this special holiday edition of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip begin, of course, by discussing common myths surrounding Hanukkah (00:00). Then, they get into the following: Hall of Fame induction speculation (11:21) Fantasy booking The Rock’s return (28:26) Rosenberg’s backstage experience at the house show at Madison Square Garden (33:35) CM Punk’s match with Dominik Mysterio at the house show (36:06) Stay maj and happy new year. Hosts: Peter Rosenbe...
Dec 29, 2023•46 min
David and Kaz are back during the holiday season to give you all the content you need in the world of wrestling this week. To start, the guys discuss CM Punk’s first match back with WWE during the Madison Square Garden house show (06:00). Then, the guys discuss the rumors about WWE looking to lock Cody Rhodes down with a long-term deal, and how these implications could affect ‘WrestleMania’ (17:00). Later, the guys preview ‘Worlds End’ (34:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer:...
Dec 28, 2023•54 min
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show with Ben paying his debt as his 49ers lost to Brian’s Ravens on Christmas night (1:42). Then, they get into the following to discuss each of their favorite headlines from 2023: Khal: CW acquires the TV rights to NXT (9:10) Brian: Mercedes Moné joins New Japan Pro-Wrestling (16:33) Ben: WWE sold to Endeavor (26:10) Then, in They Said What!?, they react to a take from the 'Wednesday Worldwide' Hotline that sends Seth Rollins to AEW (36:12). Last, they talk th...
Dec 27, 2023•1 hr 2 min
‘Iron Claw’ Week comes to a close with a bang as David and Kaz talk to the director, Sean Durkin! First, they kick off the show by discussing the first day of free agency for the superstars recently released from WWE (0:30). Then they discuss their brief thoughts on ‘The Iron Claw’ (6:35). They also discuss the following things in pro wrestling: Matt Riddle joins MLW (18:50) Charlotte Flair signs new WWE deal (19:19) R-Truth adds comedy to the Judgment Day (26:25) Has the Devil story line run it...
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 26 min
Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by suggesting a friendly wrestler wager as Ben’s 49ers host Brian’s Ravens on Christmas Day, with Khal deciding the punishment for the loser. Send Khal your suggestions! Then they get into the following headlines: Bianca Belair says Charlotte’s injury is an opportunity for someone to step up (5:52) "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio signs a five-year deal with WWE (19:42) After the break, 'Iron Claw' Week continues with Chavo Guerrero Jr. and Holt McCallany! They dis...
Dec 20, 2023•1 hr 37 min
With the physically vacationing Rosenberg off gallivanting in Brazil, SGG and Dip man the ‘Cheap Heat’ ship back stateside on today’s episode. But don’t worry, Rosenberg will still make not one, but two appearances on the program! The first of which happens from dinner in Rio de Janeiro alongside his wife, Misshattan, who finds herself at odds with her no. 1 hater, Troy the Goy (00:00). In between all the madness, there is some wrestling discussion about Carmelo Hayes (11:27), Roman Reigns’s ret...
Dec 19, 2023•55 min
It’s ‘Iron Claw’ Week here on the Ringer Wrestling Network! First, David, Kaz, and Brian kick off the show by discussing Kenny Omega's and Charlotte Flair’s injuries (4:39). Then ‘Iron Claw’ actors Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White join the show to discuss their roles in the movie, in which they portrayed Kevin and Kerry Von Erich (19:00). They close out the show with the bracket for the 'Masked Man' men’s wrestler of the year tournament (60:40)! Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringe...
Dec 18, 2023•1 hr 39 min
Moments before Rosenberg heads off to Brazil with Misshattan, he delivers another impeccable edition of the Friday Something for you. Rosenberg begins by answering some mailbag questions after Troy the Goy waxes poetic about his latest non-female-related obsession in life (06:58). Then, the one and only Cody Rhodes joins to talk about his journey to the top of the sport, why competitors like AEW are good for the industry, his opinion of Dom Mysterio, whether MJF will join WWE, and why this curre...
Dec 15, 2023•45 min
As we get close to the end of the year, David, Kaz, and Brian put together a bracket to decide who the men's and women’s wrestler of the year is (1:35). Official ‘Masked Man’ wrestler of the year coming soon! Later they discuss WWE TV rights negotiations (27:55), CM Punk’s promo with Seth Rollins (39:55) and the Golden Jets promo with Ricky Stars and Big Bill (53:56). Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads and X. ...
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr 19 min
