Ahead of Summerslam weekend, we give our predictions of NXT TakeOver XXX and Summerslam 2020. Also, we discuss who the real Mr. Summerslam is. Additionally, we take time to figure out which wrestlers could compare to our favorite rappers.
With just one week before Summerslam, we discuss Ric Flair becoming the latest addition to Randy Orton's 'Legend Killer' list, as well as Dominik Mysterio's initiation into WWE. Also, we rant on AEW's habitual problem with showcasing their women's wrestlers. We also theorize on the members of RETRIBUTION and Bayley's opponent at Summerslam, and pay tribute to the "Ugandan Giant" Kamala. Additionally, are people risking their lives for a Fozzy concert?
It’s a celebration, b*****s! We celebrate our one year anniversary by settling what is the greatest wrestling promo of all time in our #YKWPromoMadness tournament. Also, we recap Alexa Bliss becoming The Fiend’s latest victim, The Rock buying the XFL, Raw Underground and AEW Dynamite going head to head with NXT TakeOver. #YKWrestling #YKWPromoMadness
Celebration is in order as the reign of Two Woman Power Trip officially commences, but could WWE have booked themselves into a corner following Sasha Banks' RAW Women's Championship win over Asuka? Also, we discuss whether or not Drew McIntyre's reign as WWE Champion could be coming to an end. Also, have we seen the end of The New Day as we know it? Additionally, we discuss the possibility of #MJF2020 making it's wave, and Making Wrestling Great Again.
We let loose this week and #ShootFromTheHip, discussing the #NaomiDeservesBetter trend, Shelton Benjamin's special night on Raw, an honest discussion on Brock Lesnar, and a preview of Promo Madness.
After a Horror Show which featured some horrifying booking decisions, we recap the latest edition into the Extreme Rules catalog, and find out what pushed our guy Riq Havok towards the end of his bottle of liquid gold.
With the return of 3 former Impact World champions, and one of the most hyped Impact PPVs in ages, we dive in to the 16th edition of Slammiversary.
In a jammed pack episode, we preview this weekend's Slammiversary and Extreme Rules PPVs. Additionally, we discuss our favorite moments from the past five years of WWE's women's revolution, as well as EVIL's double-championship win over Tetsuya Naito at New Japan Dominion.
After Night 2 of Fyter Fest and the Great American Bash, we discuss the events of both shows, including Keith Lee rising to the mountaintop of NXT. Also, we discuss the new United States Championship belt design, and rant on Shayna Baszler’s usage on the main roster.
With Night 1 of AEW Fyter Fest and the NXT Great American Bash in the books, we recap the highs and lows of both events, including what to look forward to in Night 2. Additionally, we discuss Tessa Blanchard being released from Impact Wrestling and stripped of the Impact World Championship.
This week we address the #SpeakingOut movement, and ways the industry can improve for the longterm. We also discuss whether we truly have seen the last of The Undertaker in ring, including our favorite moments from his legendary career. Additionally, we preview the first week of the AEW Fyter Fest and NXT Great American Bash specials, the possibility of #TwoBeltzBanks, AEW's tag scene and MVP's coalition.
Friend of the podcast family Azevia (@tryna_be_famous) joins us again for a retrospect on the career of the great Jeff Hardy. Also, we discuss Bruce Prichard replacing Paul Heyman as Raw executive director, and the immediate impact he had on the show. Additionally, we cover Christian's inevitable return to the ring after six years and MVP's war of words with Lana.
With another year of Backlash in the books, we tap into whether Edge vs. Randy Orton lived up to the hype of being the 'Greatest Wrestling Match Ever', especially with AJ Styles vs. Daniel Bryan preceding just two days ago. Also, we discuss why an Otis cash-in over Braun Strowman would be good business, the redundancy of Sheamus vs. Jeff Hardy, and the magnificence that was the Viking Profits.
Off the heels of another incredible NXT TakeOver show, we dish out our grades for what was arguably the best In Your House PPV produced. Also, ahead of the Greatest Wrestling Match Ever™ we give our predictions for Backlash. Additionally, we reflect on the 10th anniversary of The Nexus, FTR's debut match in AEW, plans for the Women's Tag Team titles going forward, and should Karrion Kross be the one to dethrone Adam Cole for the NXT title?
With the return of In Your House on the horizon, we dive in and give our predictions for another loaded NXT TakeOver card. Also, we discuss the debut of FTR in AEW, and our grievances with the Mike Tyson and Jeff Hardy storylines that were furthered this past week. Additionally, we pay tribute to former CZW wrestler Danny Havoc.
We are joined this week by RN (@Mister8984) of #SmackedNXT and the Smacked Raw podcast (@SmackedRawPod) to review and dish out grades for the 2nd annual AEW Double or Nothing PPV, as well as where the Stadium Stampede match ranks on the list of pandemic cinematic matches. Also, we discuss the controversial TNT Championship belt design and what are the long term plans for Street Profits/Viking Raiders.
With 365 days in the books, we look back at AEW's first year of shows and give our predictions for the 2nd annual Double or Nothing PPV this weekend. Also, we pay tribute to Shad Gaspard, and list some of our favorite moments from his short but impactful career. Additionally, we reflect on the past week including the Dark Side of the Ring finale on Owen Hart, NXT: In Your House, Drew Gulak’s contract expiring and Baron Corbin’s seven years of bad luck.
'The Essential' Riq Havok rejoins the pod to recap this year's Money in the Bank PPV, as well as Becky Lynch's big announcement and Grand Slam Asuka. Also, we discuss the COVID-inspired return of the wildcard rule, and where does Otis go with the briefcase. Also, we discuss past storylines that we would redo in the current era. Rate and subscribe on all streaming platforms, and check out our new merch at YKWrestling.com
Who will climb the corporate ladder? This week we give our predictions for which two WWE superstars will walk away as winners of the 2020 Money in the Bank ladder matches, as well as the other matches on the card. Also, we discuss the latest battle of the Wednesday Night Wars including Brodie Lee vs. Jon Moxley (and Sammy Guevara vs. golf carts), the debut of Karrion Kross and who attacked Finn Balor. In addition, we discuss highlights from the Bella Twins' memoir, and why the book should serve ...
This week we get around to discussing the allegations brought upon The Velveteen Dream on Instagram, as well as cover the last week in WWE and All Elite Wrestling. Also, T.C. reveals who he would pick to get Raw's last spot in the Money in the Bank corporate ladder match in Apollo Crews' absence.
This week we give our reactions to WWE's mass releases this past week, the passing of legendary ring announcer Howard Finkel, and the Money in the Bank ladder match's new scavenger hunt format. Additionally, we question if WWE has dropped the ball with Naomi since her return.
We are back again to discuss Ronda Rousey's controversial comments on the Steve-O Podcast this past week, as well as The Revival finally being granted their release from WWE. Also, T.C. and Malik get into a heated debate following Ric Flair's comments about the today's style of wrestling.
We are joined once again by Riq Havok of the Havok Hour to grade Night 2 of WrestleMania 36, including Edge's return to singles action as well as Drew McIntyre's ascent to the mountain top. Additionally, we dissect the true meaning of the Firefly FunHouse match between 'The Fiend' Bray Wyatt and John Cena.
With the first night of WrestleMania 36 in the books, we recap the night with grades of each match, as well as our match of the night. In addition, we preview what to expect from the second night after a consensus opinion that WWE knocked the first night out of the park.
This week we review what's gone down in the world of wrestling since our last show, including the latest matches added to WrestleMania. In addition, we give our thoughts on the AEW TNT Championship, Brodie Lee's shot at Vince McMahon, as well as the promo heavy go-home episode of Monday Night Raw. Also, a suggestion for how The Undertaker can boost an act in NXT.
We are rejoined by friends of the show Tariq from The Havok Hour and Azevia Craft to discuss the season premiere of Dark Side of the Ring on Vice, and the long lasting effects that the Benoit double murder-suicide has has on the professional wrestling business. Additionally, we review the past week in WWE, and give our predictions for the WrestleMania tapings that occurred this week.
We are back to discuss WrestleMania being moved to the Performance Center amidst the global COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, Riq from the Havok Hour joins us again to debate the greatest theme song of all time with a #MarchMadness style tournament. Also, we give our thoughts as to who the Exalted One will turn out to be.
On this week's episode we recap the extravaganza that was AEW Revolution, including Jon Moxley's win over Chris Jericho as well as Cody's tattoo. Also, we give our predictions for Elimination Chamber, discuss Bray Wyatt challenging John Cena at WrestleMania, Randy Orton and Beth Phoenix, Matt Hardy's free agency, as well as Roman Reigns challenging Goldberg at WrestleMania.
This week, we recap the latest edition of SaudiMania Super ShowDown, including Bill Goldberg's controversial Universal title win. Additionally, we preview this weekend's AEW Revolution PPV, why NXT shouldn't bother inserting Bianca Belair into the Women's Championship match at WrestleMania, and the Bella Twins going into the WWE Hall of Fame. Also in our Black Wrestling History spotlight, we discuss why Bobby Lashley should be considered the greatest black wrestler of all time.
On this episode, we run down the past week in WWE, including Dolph Ziggler grabbing the pick-six over Otis on Valentine's Day. Also, we discuss how Kenny Omega's stint in AEW can start to turn the corner next week on Dynamite. Additionally, we run down a list of opponents who the Undertaker should face at WrestleMania, our wishlist of WWE Hall of Fame entrants, as well as a Black History Month spotlight on Sweet Georgia Brown and D-Von Dudley.
