David and Kaz open the show by discussing Nigel McGuinness's return to the ring and challenging Bryan Danielson. Then they discuss a few highlights for Raw, including Bret Hart’s appearance (3:21). Then they have a run-in from 'Heels' star Stephen Amell, who discusses the following: Cody Rhodes being named no. 1 on the PWI 500 (25:12) 'Heels' premiering on Netflix (26:00) His match at SummerSlam in Brooklyn (33:26) Whether or not he is responsible for CM Punk’s return to pro wrestling (37:00) Fa...
Sep 12, 2024•1 hr 22 min
Ben, Khal, Brian, and David kick off the show by discussing what they will do with the extra time they will get back when Monday Night Raw scales back to two hours (1:05). Then, they discuss a couple of highlights from 'Raw,' including: Joe Tessitore’s fandom coming through on the broadcast (8:34) Gunther mentioning Goldberg’s name to Bret Hart’s face (11:45) For the Nostalgia Freakz moment of the week, they revisit Ric Flair’s 1991 WWE debut (32:32). After the break, they go to the ‘Ringer Wres...
Sep 10, 2024•1 hr 21 min
David and Kaz welcome Phil Schneider to discuss a bloody weekend from AEW Out which includes hypodermic needles, unprotected chair shots, plastic bags to the head and a split on a bed of nails (0:00). Then they are joined by the WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions, Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill (59:55). They come on to discuss the following: Who takes longer to get ready when they travel together (60:33) The Simone Biles Tribute (71:30) Transitioning from being a collegiate athlete to WWE (78:01) Be...
Sep 09, 2024•2 hr 43 min
David and Kaz fire up the mics after a heart-wrenching go-home edition of AEW Dynamite. They discuss Adam Page burning down Swerve's house ahead of their match this weekend (0:00). They continue on with picks and predictions for the rest of the card (0:00). Then as WWE sets to end its time on Fox this weekend, they look back at the 'Smackdown' on Fox era (0:00). Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemak...
Sep 05, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Ben, Khal, Brian, and David kick off the show by checking in on how they feel after another weekend full of pro wrestling (and another one on the way) (1:00). Then, they discuss a couple of highlights from 'Raw,' including: Drew McIntyre feeding CM Punk a bracelet (4:36) Joe Tessitore’s first night on 'Raw' (16:11) For the Nostalgia Freakz moment of the day, they revisit the debut episode of 'WCW Monday Nitro' on September 4, 1995, live from the Mall of America (21:32). After the break, they go ...
Sep 03, 2024•2 hr 36 min
Kaz is back from vacation! He and David recap WWE Bash in Berlin and No Mercy. They discuss the following: Cody Rhodes defeats Kevin Owens, and there's a lack of surprises (5:48) CM Punk is officially back in his win over Drew McIntyre (28:10) Gunther’s big win and his eventual showdown with Roman Reigns (39:10) NXT stars shine bright at No Mercy (54:20) Then Ricochet joins the show after his debut in AEW and talks the following: His time in Lucha Underground (65:00) Feeling like the new person ...
Sep 02, 2024•2 hr 30 min
David is joined by Khal and Brian this week as they discuss who Bryan Danielson’s final opponent could be (2:50). Then they welcome Ryan Pappolla to the show to discuss this weekend’s WWE Bash in Berlin and NXT No Mercy (26:47). Gunther vs. Randy Orton (34:38) Kevin Owens vs. Cody Rhodes (36:26) CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre (42:00) Bianca Belair and Jade vs the Unholy Union (51:49) The Terror Twins vs. the Judgment Day (56:50) NXT No Mercy rapid-fire picks (70:52r) Be sure to check out our videos o...
Aug 29, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Wes Lee joins Ben, Khal, and Brian for a bonus episode ahead of his match with Zach Wentz at No Mercy. He discusses the following: Why this feud with Wentz is so personal (2:34) Returning from his career-threatening back injury (6:04) His relationship with Shawn Michaels (7:22) His love for video games and go-to characters on the Nintendo 64 'No Mercy' video game (20:10) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal...
Aug 28, 2024•39 min
Ben, Khal, Brian, and David kick off the show with some of their favorite memories of the late Sycho Sid Eudy (5:56). Then, they discuss the online discourse about their theme song draft (13:57). In their weekly Wyatt Sicks check-in, they share their thoughts on Uncle Howdy’s debut match on 'Raw' (17:27). For the Nostalgia Freakz moment of the day, they revisit the first TLC match at SummerSlam 2000, which featured the Hardy Boyz, Dudley Boyz, and Edge & Christian (29:26). After the break, they ...
Aug 27, 2024•1 hr 24 min
David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing Bryan Danielson’s AEW World title win at All In (0:30). Then they recap the show with the following: The star power in the Casino Gauntlet Match (16:36) Mariah May and Toni Storm, a perfect match (33:53)? What Ricochet in AEW looks like (52:56) Later in the show they are joined by Roxanne Perez ahead of her big title defense at No Mercy. She talks the following: Having the trust to lead the locker room (60:27) Getting hands-on support and knowledge f...
Aug 26, 2024•1 hr 28 min
David and Kaz kick off the show by recapping the Ringer Wrestling Worldwide entrance theme draft (0:27). They preview the matches for AEW All In this weekend, including: Bryan Danielson vs. Swerve Strickland (6:00) The four-way London ladder match (18:30) Britt Baker vs. Mercedes Moné (39:45) MJF vs. Will Ospreay (46:15) Toni Storm vs. Mariah May (50:01) Later in the show they welcome Matt Cardona ahead of his match this Sunday at GCW Homecoming (54:05). He discusses the following: Keeping the b...
Aug 22, 2024•2 hr 47 min
On today’s episode, something a bit different! First, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, Brian H. Waters, and David Shoemaker reminisce in a brand-new segment, “Nostalgia Freakz,” where they look back with a “This Day in Pro Wrestling History” flavor (00:00). Today, they get into the epic Kurt Angle milk truck segment from August 20, 2001. After that, in “They Said What?!” the guys take a call about Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson and its possible connection to pro wrestling (32:02) Then, ahead of this weekend’...
Aug 20, 2024•2 hr 45 min
David and Kaz are back from Fanatics Fest in New York City and recap the following: Kaz giving CM Punk a baby (4:35) WWE and its fans taking over (15:14) The Mike Tyson–Jake Paul press conference (23:19) 'Raw' going to Netflix (30:16) Then they do a new segment called "Too Long, Didn’t Mark," where they react to headlines and matches that they didn’t read or watch, which include: Triple H liking an Instagram post regarding Tony Khan saying WWE is tampering (39:13) Roman Reigns getting laid out b...
Aug 19, 2024•1 hr 16 min
David and Kaz return to center stage at Fanatics Fest to welcome Drew McIntyre, who responds to CM Punk’s comments from Saturday’s interview, and present him with the Hater of the Year award. Afterwards, he talks about WWE going to Netflix, re-signing with WWE, and what he wants to be remembered by. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account\ _@RingerWrestling_, Instagram Threads, and\ _X_. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Drew McIntyre Producer: Bria...
Aug 18, 2024•47 min
David and Kaz take center stage at Fanatics Fest and welcome the Best in the World, CM Punk, to the stage to talk about his return to WWE, the infamous “pipebomb,” his influence backstage and more! Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account\ _@RingerWrestling_, Instagram Threads, and\ _X_. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: CM Punk Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Aug 18, 2024•32 min
Before they pack up for Fanatics Fest, David and Kaz discuss the following from pro wrestling this week: Seth Rollins's health (9:27) Bryan Danielson’s last match loading (18:35? Could Ricochet be a Cody Rhodes for AEW (40:45)? Dominik Mysterio’s star power (58:36) Oba Femi main roster ready (70:56)? Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more abo...
Aug 15, 2024•1 hr 23 min
Ben, Khal, Brian, and David fire up the mics to celebrate Ben’s birthday with a discussion about who John Cena’s final opponents should be (0:57). Then they discuss the following topics coming out of 'Raw': What would it take to make Dominik a babyface (8:28)? Will CM Punk be in the world title picture sooner rather than later (16:38)? Will Xavier Woods turn on Kofi Kingston (29:07)? After the break, they go to the Ringer Wrestling Worldwide Hotline for They Said What?! and react to a couple of ...
Aug 13, 2024•1 hr 2 min
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who says no to this trade, WWE sends Bobby Lashley and MVP to AEW for the Lucha Bros (:30). David and Kaz welcome WWE’s Ryan Pappolla to the show and then they discuss: Roman Reigns takes out Solo’s Bloodline on Smackdown (5:14) Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes as top babyfaces (16:00) Kevin Owens to challenge Cody Rhodes at Bash in Berlin (24:31) Wyatt Sicks in-ring debut watch-along (46:27) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account\ _@Ri...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 29 min
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you could have any fast-food ad interrupt your promo, which would it be? David, Kaz, and Brian share their answers. Then they discuss the following: Bryan Danielson–Jeff Jarrett (09:03) Swerve Strickland’s interview with Jim Ross (14:00) More wrestling and less talking for Mercedes Moné (16:54) Measuring stock in WWE superstars not in the main event right now (36:11) The Wyatt Sicks impress in their in-ring debut (47:42) The Lucha Bros WWE-bound, and the return...
Aug 08, 2024•1 hr 27 min
Fresh off a fun weekend together in Cleveland for SummerSlam, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by Ringer Wrestling Tribal Chief David Shoemaker to first recap the weekend. Then, in “Raw Is Headlines,” the crew discusses Randy Orton vs. Gunther at “Bash in Berlin,” whether last night was the official beginning of Damian Priest getting over, and Bronson Reed’s destruction of Seth Rollins. Then, in “They Said What!?,” the guys take calls on a possible CM Punk heel turn and C...
Aug 06, 2024•1 hr 14 min
Fresh off their trip from Cleveland, David and Kaz recap an epic SummerSlam weekend. They kick off the show by discussing how Cleveland has been slept on as a food city (3:56). Then they discuss: Roman Reigns's return (8:50) What Cody Rhodes’s next six months will look like (13:30) Drew McIntyre’s win over CM Punk (24:48) Nia Jax becoming the new WWE Women’s Champion (41:35) The end of the Judgment Day and the legitimate tears (46:30) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTo...
Aug 05, 2024•2 hr 30 min
David, Kaz, Ben, Khal, and Brian have the second set of interviews for you! First, they speak with Braun Strowman, who talks the Wyatt Sicks, WWE to Netflix, and having his eyes on the world heavyweight title (1:30). Then they sit down with Bron Breakker, who talks about his upcoming rematch with Sami Zayn at SummerSlam, playing 'College Football 25,' rookie duties in WWE compared to football, and more (23:06). Last, they close out the show by predicting SummerSlam changes and talking about the ...
Aug 03, 2024•1 hr 18 min
David, Kaz, Ben, Khal, and Brian are live from Cleveland and have a few guests lined up ahead of SummerSlam. First, they talk with Jey Uso, who talks his entrance, YEET and the glasses, Solo Sikoa’s rise, and a possible Bloodline story (1:15) Then they sit down with Gunther, who talks about originally never wanting to come to the U.S. to wrestle, raising the prestige of the Intercontinental title, and challenging Damian Priest for the world title at SummerSlam (27:37). They close out Friday with...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 18 min
David and Kaz sit down together in Cleveland and fire up the mics with the Ringer Wrestling Worldwide crew, Ben, Khal and Brian, for an action-packed episode. They kick off the show by talking about Shane McMahon and Tony Khan’s meeting (0:00) and then Swerve Strickland and Bryan Danielson's title vs. career match (0:00). Then they discuss the following matches at SummerSlam: Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa (30:46) Drew McIntyre vs. CM Punk, with Seth Rollins as special guest referee (42:26) Liv Morg...
Aug 01, 2024•2 hr 37 min
Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, Brian H. Waters, and Ringer Wrestling tribal chief David Shoemaker begin by discussing Cody Rhodes’s “Ric Flair rule” for his shoes. Then, in Raw Is Headlines, the guys answer the question: Which are you looking forward to more, CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre or Damian Priest vs. Gunther? After that, they talk about the facial reveals of the Wyatt Sicks, as well as thoughts and feelings on the return of Damage CTRL. And in They Said What!?, the guys go to the Ringer Wrestlin...
Jul 30, 2024•1 hr 11 min
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Can you guess this theme? Dave shocks Kaz with a certain wrestler who had a certain theme song for their match this past weekend. Then they get into the following: WWE and AEW superstars on the Bloodsport card (2:45) Bloodline’s chances of leaving Cleveland with all the titles (13:00) Whether we will see the Wyatt Sicks at SummerSlam (25:10) Ranking the star power of the SummerSlam participants (32:22) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok...
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 16 min
David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing AEW Dynamite: Blood and Guts and the following: Mark Briscoe makes his mark in the Blood and Guts match (4:04) Jack Perry takes an unprotected chair shot to the head (17:57) Kamille debuts and assists Mercedes Moné (30:30) MJF introduces the American Championship to replace the International Championship (34:39) Then they recap WWE 'Raw' as we get closer to SummerSlam: Seth Rollins is set to be the special guest referee for CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre ...
Jul 25, 2024•1 hr 17 min
Ben, Khal, and Brian fire up the mics right after ‘Raw’ for another “After Dark” edition of ‘Worldwide.’ They start off by recapping Hollywood’s appearance on CBC News. Then they get into the following headlines for ‘Raw’: Seth Rollins named the special referee for CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre at SummerSlam (09:20) Should Gunther win the world title at SummerSlam or Bash in Berlin? (20:56) Women’s tag team title temperature check (36:52) After the break, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline f...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr 18 min
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which active wrestler would make the best president of the United States? David and Kaz kick off the show with a fun conversation on what a Stone Cold Steve Austin or the Rock presidency would look like (5:40) Then they get into the following: Bobby Lashley, MVP, and Tamina removed from the internal WWE roster (15:23) Missed opportunities with the Hurt Business (24:13) Bobby Lashley in AEW (29:40)? AEW Collision’s new look (35:40) TNA’s great weekend and Nic Nemet...
Jul 22, 2024•1 hr 6 min
David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing AEW Dynamite, including the match between MJF and Will Ospreay, Mercedes Mone’s showdown with Britt Baker, and the upcoming Blood and Guts match (4:30). Then they have a run-in by WWE Hall of Famer Mark Henry, who joins the show to discuss his upcoming A&E biography, the desire to become the world’s strongest man, keeping up with the Olympics, recruiting wrestlers, and more (24:42). They close the show by recapping Monday Night Raw, where the Liv-Rhe...
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 25 min
