Luke and Oli sit down to give some very quick thoughts on the shock debut of Jon Moxley in New Japan Pro Wrestling - his first match outside of WWE - against Juice Robinson at the Best of the Super Juniors for the IWGP United States Championship. Warning, there will be spoilers! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie B...
Jun 05, 2019•15 min
Oli is fired up on today's episode of WrestleRamble - as this Brock Lesnar BEAST IN THE BANK storyline is killing him. Mentally, that is. Elsewhere on the show, Alexa Bliss likes coffee, Charlotte Flair and Lacey Evans have a bad match, and Firefly Funhouse is incredible! Plus, Oli's stories from his stag do in Northern Ireland, Gerward Way haircuts and more! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord serve...
Jun 04, 2019•1 hr 46 min
Fresh from a weekend of tabletop gaming, Luke and Laurie catch up on NXT TakeOver: XXV - and did WWE really shoot on All Elite Wrestling thoughout the show? The duo break down the rumours and theories along with your questions moderated by Chopper Pete. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakidor Follow Pet...
Jun 03, 2019•1 hr 36 min
Jon Moxley cut quite the promo on WWE on the latest episode of Talk Is Jericho, and Luke and Pete are sitting down to ask if he was right about WWE's creative process and how the punish talent. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakidor Follow Pete Quinnell @PeteQuinnell Follow Andy Datson @AndyDatsonWT 00...
Jun 01, 2019•1 hr 15 min
Luke, Laurie and Pete sit down to give their thoughts on an Undisputed Era heavy NXT TakeOver - and their predictions for the show! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakidor Follow Pete Quinnell @PeteQuinnell Follow Andy Datson @AndyDatsonWT Take our survey to improve the podcast Get more WrestleTalk Podc...
May 31, 2019•14 min
Could we see a clean sweep for the Undisputed Era at NXT TakeOver: XXV? It sure looks like it from this week's episode of NXT! Luke and Laurie sit down to talk about the May 29th, 2019 episode of NXT from Full Sail, the go-home episode for TakeOver: XXV on June 1st. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakid...
May 30, 2019•1 hr 26 min
The Wildcard rule means we get a whole lot more Shane McMahon, a whole lot more Roman Reigns and a whole lot of Raw replays. Oli and Pete go through all the ins and outs of this week's Smackdown featuring Kevin Owens vs. Kofi Kingston, a blonde tea party, and some 24/7 title changes! Apologies for some audio issues in the Super Chat Questions. We've tried to edit around it as best as possible. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on ...
May 29, 2019•1 hr 32 min
Yep, we knew this was coming, but now it's official - Baron Corbin is going for the Universal Championship, which capped off a very boring episode of Raw. But did Sami Zayn SHOOT on AEW?! Plus, Luke and Oli finally give their thoughts on AEW Double Or Nothing. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakidor Fol...
May 28, 2019•1 hr 51 min
Luke Owen gets on the phone with AEW's Allie and MJF ahead of Double or Nothing, where Allie talks about leaving Impact Wrestling, Rosemary, and facing Brandi Rhodes at Fight for the Fallen, while MJF talks about himself, himself, and his hatred of Shawn Spears. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Fo...
May 25, 2019•19 min
Can you believe it? AEW are here and this is their first live event, Double or Nothing from Las Vegas. Luke, Oli and Laurie are here to break down the card and give their predictions - which you can join in with via WrestleLeague on Patreon! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDa...
May 24, 2019•21 min
Prince Pretty has once again returned to NXT, but this time is it for good? We sure hope so! Luke and Laurie break down all the action from this week's NXT along with your superchat questions and some thoughs on Phoenix Wright. Usual stuff, really. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis...
May 23, 2019•1 hr 8 min
Who would have seen this coming? Dolph Ziggler has returned to WWE and he's feuding with Kofi Kingston over the WWE Championship! Turns out WWE didn't think this would be happening either going by various reports. Luke and Oli break down this week's Smackdown Live including R-Truth hijinks, ad breaks, and Roman Reigns main events. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon...
May 22, 2019•1 hr 26 min
Mick Foley has unleashed WWE's newest and least prestigious title - the 24/7 Championship! But is it a good idea, or a lame one? Oli and Housemate Simon break down the going ons with Monday Night Raw. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakidor Follow Pete Quinell @PeteQuinell Follow Housemate Simon @SimonL...
May 21, 2019•1 hr 18 min
Uh oh - a wild Brock Lesnar appeared! And he's now BEAST IN THE BANK. So much for that report that WWE wanted to push a new star, because plans changed! Also there was screwy ref work, Becky becomes Becky One Belt, and we had a cash in! Oli and Housemate Simon break down all the news in this WWE Money in the Bank 2019 review episode. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @T...
May 20, 2019•1 hr 34 min
This weel saw the big announcement that AEW and TNT announced they were working together, with the channel airing "matches" later this year. What does that all entail? Luke and Oli break down the news and go through your mailbag questions! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakidor Follow Pete Quinell @Pet...
May 18, 2019•1 hr 3 min
WrestleTalk was LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema following their screening of Ready To Rumble, and recorded this special podcast following it discussing the wrestling career of David Arquette - from his time as the WCW World Heavyweight Champion, to a small appearance on Raw, to his return to the independent scene. Note, there is one clip at towards the end of the podcast that we've removed as it was far too visual for an audio format. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the ...
May 17, 2019•34 min
**THIS WAS RECORDED BEFORE WWE ANNOUNCED ALEXA BLISS WAS NO LONGER IN THE MATCH** Luke, Oli and Pete are sitting down to give their predictions and thoughts on Money in the Bank 2019! Can Becky Two Belts keep both belts? Will AJ Styles turn heel? Will The Baron Corbin Vortex get the Beefcase?! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis ...
May 17, 2019•24 min
The War/Viking Raiders/Experience seemingly vacated the tag titles on this week's episode of NXT with a really fun main event with Street Profits. But was it damaging? Luke and Pete break down all the action from thus week's NXT and so much more. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake @ElFakidor Follow Pete Quine...
May 16, 2019•1 hr 22 min
And it feels so good! Well, it could just be a one show thing, but could always be for always because of the Wild Card Rule. We're not sure anymore. Luke and Oli break down all the happenings from this week's Smackdown Live, which wasn't a great deal to be honest. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen ...
May 15, 2019•1 hr 36 min
Whoomp, there it is! All Elite Wrestling have officially announced their TV deal with TNT which will air "later this year". Luke and Oli break down the BREAKING news and give some thoughts on the press release. The usual Smackdown Live review will be going live later today. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Blake ...
May 15, 2019•13 min
Well, Money in the Bank just got a whole lot better! Sami Zayn is replacing Braun Strowman in the Money in the Bank ladder match, and there was a whole lot extra going on in the show! Nikki Cross has a storyline, for example! Luke and Laurie sit down to talk about all the goings on, answer your questions, and geek out over Firefly Funhouse! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke ...
May 14, 2019•1 hr 30 min
It looks like we are just days away from All Elite Wrestling announcing their big TV deal (Wednesday to be exact), so the war between the two teams is heating up! Luke and Oli talk all about WWE vs. AEW, and what we can expect for the rest of the year. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli D...
May 11, 2019•1 hr 24 min
WrestleTalk's Louis Dangoor sat down with the stars of PROGRESS' Super Strong Style 16 event which was held at Ally Pally in London between 4-6 May 2019. Our thanks to PROGRESS for giving us time with the wrestlers! 02:57 - David Starr 14:00 - WALTER 28:13 - Trent Seven 44:20 - Mark & Vicky Haskins 58:32 - Jimmy Havoc 1:11:17 - Darby Allin 1:22:34 - Jordynne Grace 1:29:34 - Super Strong Style 16 Winner (SPOILERS!) Take our survey to improve the podcast Get more WrestleTalk Podcast stuff on P...
May 10, 2019•1 hr 53 min
Is it too soon to be pushing The Forgotten Sons into the tag title picture, or should they stay forgotten?! Luke and Laurie sit down for the latest chat on NXT, along with your questions, mailbags and Laurie's fun at the cinema. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow La...
May 09, 2019•1 hr 2 min
We've got new tag team champions, and they might well have saved the Smackdown tag division! Phew, that was a close one! Luke and Oli break down this week's action as well as dive into your Super Chats, talk their big show at the Prince Charles Cinema, and discuss 2004 desktop wallpapers. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow L...
May 08, 2019•1 hr 39 min
It's the third reset episode in six months, as WWE panic due to falling ratings and introduce THE WILD CARD RULE. What will that mean for the show? Well, not a huge amount really. Luke and Oli break down all the action of WWE as well as answer your mailbag questions! Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOw...
May 07, 2019•1 hr 27 min
Dean Ambrose - sorry - Jon Moxley took the wrestling world by storm when he released his first Twitter video this week, and Luke and Oli are going to break down all the options for this young man moving forward. Plus, your Crap Gimmicks and Mailbag questions. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follo...
May 04, 2019•1 hr 23 min
Luke sits down with Johnny Impact (over the phone) to talk about his time in Impact Wrestling, his thoughts on All Elite Wrestling, some backstage news on Austin Aries walking out at Bound For Glory, the latest on Lucha Underground and so much more. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davi...
May 03, 2019•22 min
Former IWGP Junior Heavyweight Champion KUSHIDA made his debut this week on a very good edition of NXT! Luke and Laurie are breakinig things down, answering your questions, talking 80% Facts and drunken tales on the tube. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague and become a Pledge Hammer on Patreon here Join our Discord server here Follow Luke Owen @ThisIsLukeOwen Follow Oli Davis @OliDavis Follow Laurie Bl...
May 02, 2019•1 hr 18 min
It's a new episode, yes it is! Only, it's not an exciting episode of Smackdown Live. With that said, the SD choices for Money in the Bank are largely better than the Raw ones, so there at least will be that. Luke and Oli break down all the goings on within WWE and even some chat about that Jon Moxley video and the randomly announced Saudi Arabia show with Goldberg. Watch the video version of the WrestleRamble here See WrestleRamble LIVE at the Prince Charles Cinema here Join the WrestleLeague an...
May 01, 2019•1 hr 18 min
