The Ringer Wrestling Show

David kicks off The Ringer Wrestling Show's week of content with Khal and Brian from Wednesday Worldwide and they discuss the following:

• Lacey Evans and Sgt. Slaughter’s daughter's Twitter beef (:30)
• Which title does Cody Rhodes get first? (8:50)
• Predictable Money in the Bank qualifiers? (16:43)
• The Bloodline storyline takes another turn (23:57)
• Roman Reigns presented with a new championship (30:00)
• Bryan Danielson calls out Kazuchika Okada for AEW Forbidden Door (39:54)
• WWE signs deal with Twitch (55:22)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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On this episode of the 'Cheap Heat' Friday Something, new WWE women’s tag team champion Shayna Baszler joins Rosenberg for a conversation about her former life as an MMA fighter, why she left MMA for the world of pro wrestling, the differences between MMA and pro wrestling, winning the tag team championship alongside Ronda Rousey, and more.

Plus, Rosenberg dives into the mailbag (31:04).

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Guest: Shayna Baszler

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are joined by comedian and host of ‘WrestleRoasts’ Dan St. Germain to discuss another loaded week in the world of professional wrestling. Topics include:

• CM Punk’s return being made official by Tony Khan (02:00)
• Don Callis’s promo on last night’s ‘Dynamite’ (17:45)
• Highlights from ‘Raw’ (31:00)
• Bray Wyatt rumors (44:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Dan St. Germain

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian H. Waters

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Ben, Khal, and Brian raise their red Solo cups to the sky to celebrate Montez Ford’s birthday! Then they get into the following headlines:

• Ronda Rousey criticizing WWE’s women’s tag team division (3:35)
• Justin Credible disliking AEW’s use of Bryan Danielson (10:22)
• AEW talent being anxious about a potential brand split (16:16)
• Tony Khan’s relationship with Bill Goldberg (27:22)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Kaz’s take on the Saudi Arabia crowd before heading to the 'Wednesday Worldwide' Hotline for quite the take on Cody Rhodes (30:44). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (43:32) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (48:43).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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After some very brief Bagel Talk, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip get into the following on today’s episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast:

• Headlines from the most recent Saudi Arabia show (9:40)
• Whether the end is near for the Bloodline (23:30)
• Matchmaking for the upcoming 'Money in the Bank’ premium live event
• Why Rosenberg believes Ronda Rousey is back on the ascent (29:28)

Plus, Raquel’s potential, Jade Cargill loses her AEW title (38:00), and what will happen with AJ Styles?

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Kaz kicks off the show with a quick recap of his Vegas experience on the AEW ‘Double or Nothing’ preshow. Then he and David get into the following:

• Should the world title matches have headlined each show (8:52)?
• The Four Pillars match (18:16)
• The Anarchy in the Arena match (24:20)
• Jimmy Uso’s superkick to Roman Reigns (38:06)
• Cody Rhodes passing out in a match against Brock Lesnar (46:14)
• What’s next for Bianca Belair (49:40)
• Trish Stratus and Becky Lynch (53:42)
• NXT 'Battleground' recap (58:34)
• Previewing 'Raw' (78:28)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Rosenberg and Stat Guy Greg speak with Carmelo Hayes ahead of his NXT title defense this weekend at NXT 'Battleground.' They get into the following:

• Recapping the weekend he won the NXT title in Los Angeles (7:39)
• Reminding Shawn Michaels how cool he is (12:10)
• Partnering with Trick Williams (15:45)
• Training with Cody Rhodes (24:37)
• A potential opportunity to wrestle John Cena (31:28)
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Host: Peter Rosenberg and Stat Guy Greg

Guest: Carmelo Hayes

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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With three big wrestling events coming up this weekend, Dave and Kaz attempt to predict each match in one minute.

• NXT Battleground (7:18)
• AEW 'Double or Nothing' (43:02)
• WWE 'Night of Champions' (37:25)

Plus, they discuss 'Raw' possibly moving dates and 'SmackDown' adding an extra hour (48:45).

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Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Ben, Khal, and Brian are hyped for more than 21 hours of wrestling this week! Then they get into the following headlines:

• AJ Styles responding to criticism of the World Title being “secondary” (4:10)
• Reports of Bianca and the Street Profits turning heel (10:37)
• Nick Kahn saying 'Raw' could be moving off Mondays and adding another hour to 'Smackdown' (20:36)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to a scorching-hot Sting take (00:00). Then, they are joined by Cornell Gunter, who first confronts Ben about their 'WWE 2K23' matchup and then discusses the incredible evolution of Solo Sikoa (40:40). The WW crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (61:50) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (66:45).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: Cornell Gunter

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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It’s a great week to be a wrestling fan! Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip discuss their excitement for the week of what will feature three premium live events. They discuss the following:

• Seth Rollins interviews with Corey Graves (27:49)
• Roman Reigns's “bump” into Solo Sikoa (34:10)
• Brock Lesnar injuring Cody Rhodes’s arm (41:57)
• Trish Stratus and Becky Lynch’s contract signing (54:37)
• AEW 'Double or Nothing' preview (58:36)

Host: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg and Bryan Diperstein

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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This week, David, Kaz, and Brian kick off the show by discussing Willow Nightingale becoming the inaugural NJPW Strong Women’s Champion (4:44):

Then they discuss the matches they are most looking forward to at the following:

• WWE 'Night of Champions' (21:10)
• AEW 'Double or Nothing' (43:02)
• NXT Battleground (57:18)

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Before heading off to watch old wrestling matches with his high school buddies for his bachelor party festivities, Rosenberg grabs Dip to talk about the things that Dip has observed in pro wrestling recently. Plus, Natalie gives more Hebrew food pronunciation lessons (4:27), the guys grill Troy the Goy about his escapades in a stranger’s home, and the guys open the mailbag (34:18).

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are back for another week of analysis in the world of wrestling. Today’s topics include:

• Paying respects to Superstar Billy Graham (03:40)
• CM Punk’s rumored return (12:00)
• Seth Rollins joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe (52:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producers: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah

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Did you know 'The Ringer Wrestling Show' has an arena on 'WWE 2K23'? Ben and Khal discuss Brian’s Twitch livestream of matches inside the arena. Then, the guys dive into the following:

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• WWE being hesitant to make Seth Rollins WWE World Champion due to acting gigs (5:57)
• An initial list of men’s Money in the Bank participants (13:40)
• WWE teasing JD McDonagh joining the Judgment Day (25:29)

Later, in “They Said What?!," they react to David Shoemaker saying Seth Rollins needs more of a story before becoming the World Heavyweight Champion and one of our listeners’ “hot takes” (31:27). Then for the first time, they react to breaking news in which AEW announces its brand-new Saturday show (47:33)!

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (59:28) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (62:06).For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202)-417-8160

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters 

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Rosenberg and SGG fly solo as the physically-perturbed Dip is unable to make it today. But in his absence, Rosenberg and SGG discuss:

• Roman Reigns shocking The Usos by announcing that he’s partnering with Solo Sikoa to challenge Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn for the tag team championship at Night of Champions (16:55)
• Asuka ruining Bianca Belair’s big moment last Friday (24:00)
• How much we actually care about Brock Lesnar and Cody Rhodes (34:15)
• Why the elder statesmen are secretly carrying professional wrestling right now

Plus, mailbag (48:00) and Rosenberg doesn't want Troy the Goy at his wedding. Troy also informs the guys of his wild Monday afternoon spent with a young woman.

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Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Greg Hyde

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz kick off the show by celebrating mothers and ranking the best mom characters in pro wrestling (5:09). Then they discuss:

• Randy Orton’s career possibly being over (8:39)
• AJ Styles vs. Seth Rollins in the final for the World Heavyweight Championship (24:17)
• Roman Reigns and Solo Sikoa will challenge Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn for the tag team titles (40:33)
• Bianca Belair and Asuka’s feud resumes on 'SmackDown' (52:14)
• An insane triple-threat match in Mexico that took place in the rain (55:13)

They close the show with a few rapid-fire sell-or-no-sell takes.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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In this very special edition of ‘Cheap Heat’ Friday Something, WWE superstar Rhea Ripley joins Peter Rosenberg for a conversation about the following:

• Her relationship with fellow WWE superstar Dom Mysterio (3:39)
• The potential of The Judgment Day
• Why—even in her personal life—most people call her Rhea
• The crazy engagement numbers she pulls on TikTok (27:30)
• The 26-year-old’s WWE Hall of Fame trajectory (31:10)

Plus, Ripley talks about Zelina Vega’s showing last weekend in Puerto Rico (14:23), character development, and more.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are back to dive into another week in the world of professional wrestling. Today’s topics include:

• Don Callis literally backstabbing Kenny Omega on ‘Dynamite’ (02:00)
• AEW’s speculated new TV deal (21:00)
• A Goldberg vs. Ultimate Warrior debate (42:00)
• WWE’s world title tournament (49:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producers: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah

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Which Bad Bunny song do you have on repeat? Ben, Khal, and Brian reveal theirs. Then they discuss the following headlines:

• Damian Priest being seen as a main-eventer (4:23)
• WWE allowing blood for Brock Lesnar matches (8:50)
• Darby Allin planning to climb Mount Everest (14:42)

Later, in "They Said What?!", they react to a couple of listeners’ hot takes (18:50). Then, they are joined by Nick Bond, who discusses his latest Ringer dot com piece "Who’s Your Daddy? Dominik Mysterio’s Journey Past the Nepo Baby Tag" and the updated Ringer WWE Power Board rankings (29:55). The WWE crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (49:53) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (53:44).

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Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: Nick Bond

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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In a very metaphysical episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip discuss the following:

• Rosenberg’s issues with wedding planners and why destination weddings are “stupid” (4:12)
• Does energy exist? (16:35)
• The highlights of WWE 'Backlash' in Puerto Rico (29:25)
• Ts on the new AEW reality TV show (37:15)

And more.

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Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Brian kick off the show by recapping WWE Backlash and some of the biggest moments from the night. Later, Kaz joins as they discuss the following:

• Savio Vega and Carlito’s hometown pops (3:04)
• Zelina Vega’s homecoming (9:00)
• Kevin Owens's star power (17:44)
• Brock Lesnar and Cody Rhodes (31:00)
• Bad Bunny and Damian Priest steal the show (37:00)
• The crowd response to Bianca Belair vs. Iyo Sky (48:27)

Plus they share their dark horses to win the World Heavyweight Championship (58:18).

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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The entire trio is here for the second consecutive episode to discuss a whole hodgepodge of things! From Steve Austin to bagels to drama going down in the Discord to Dip’s weekend plans and to the mailbag (28:15) ... this episode has you covered.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip

Producers: Devon Manze, Troy Farkas

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This week, David and Kaz kick off the show with the following Cold Open Question of the Week: Is Daniel Bryan a better wrestler than Bret Hart? Then they discuss the following:

• Stat Guy Greg’s Tweet about Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes’s WrestleMania match (6:00)
• Could a two-city WrestleMania work in 2023? (13:00)
• AEW pre-sale update (19:00)
• AEW Dynamite highlights (26:00)
• Backlash preview (43:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah

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Khal starts his role as referee between Ben and Brian as their favorite teams (Warriors and Lakers, respectively) square off in the NBA playoffs, and the team celebrates The Rock’s birthday with a discussion about his signature beverages. Then the guys get into the following:

• The new creative writer for Bray Wyatt (4:57)
• Trinity Fatu saying her WWE release was a blessing in disguise (12:22)
• Triple H saying WWE is more focused on character development (21:30)

They also react to Stat Guy Greg’s tweet about Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes being one of the greatest WrestleMania matches ever (27:55). They are then joined by Cornell Gunter, who discusses Roman Reigns’s current title run and who should win the new World Heavyweight Championship (37:12). The WW crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (59:12) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (64:40).

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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This week Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip are back and they discuss the following:

• WWE draft recap (7:55)
• Bad Bunny vs. Damian Priest San Juan street fight (24:33)
• Will Zelina Vega pull off the biggest upset in history? (27:00)
• NXT call-ups in the WWE draft (30:43)

They close the show with mailbag questions (39:10) and the Shad Gaspard Black Power Rankings (57:34)

Host: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, and Bryan Diperstein

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David and Kaz kick off the week recapping the 1st night of the WWE Draft which includes the following:

• Roman Reigns forcing the Usos to be drafted separate of the Bloodline 5:59)
• Cody Rhodes being drafted 1st to Raw (10:4r0)
• What’s Gunther’s Year looking like (16:54)
• NXT Call ups (31:36)

They also discuss Trinity Fatu’s debut at Impact Wrestling (40:37), CM Punk backstage at another company he doesn’t work for (42:00) and more! 

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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On another episode of the world-renowned Friday Something, the maj ones Rosenberg and SGG discuss the following:

• What defines a “global superstar” (6:40)
• Why SGG disagrees with the rollout of the new WWE Heavyweight Championship (15:28)
• SGG’s thoughts on CM Punk’s backstage appearance at ‘Raw’ (30:39)
• Why the ‘Cheap Heat’ gang is confident they won the 'Ringer Wrestling' draft (34:05)

And Rosenberg issues some career advice to Roman Reigns. Plus, the guys open the mailbag (45:34).

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Greg Hyde

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are back to dive into this week in the world of wrestling. Topics include:

• Paying respects to Jerry Springer (4:30)
• The latest lawsuit against WWE (15:30)
• The 'Ringer Wrestling' fantasy draft (40:00)
• Roderick Strong’s AEW debut (49:00)
• Trinity joining Impact Wrestling (1:00:00)
• CM Punk backstage on ‘Raw’ (1:06:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producers: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah

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The Rock has an energy drink? Only Ben has heard of this, but Brian and Khal haven’t! (1:34).. Then they discuss the following headlines:

• CM Punk’s Raw visit a publicity stunt? (5:17)
• WWE potentially looking at brand-exclusive Premium Live Events (15:00)
• Shane McMahon training with Derrick Henry after tearing his quad (21:47)

They also react to Dip’s take on the new WWE World Heavyweight Championship and share their thoughts on the design (27:19). Then, with the WWE Draft coming up, they reveal Wednesday Worldwide’s picks in the Ringer Wrestling Show’s fantasy draft (42:55). They close the show with highlights from NXT (59:12) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (105:57).

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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On today’s episode, we get a full hour of Diperstein! Together, he and Rosenberg discuss:

• Bad Bunny and why this is the biggest celebrity involvement we’ve ever seen in the history of pro wrestling (2:25)
• What to make of CM Punk hanging out backstage at ‘Raw’ (10:14)
• Triple H’s announcement of the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and why the guys are so excited about it (12:38)
• What are we doing with Omos?
• The latest AEW action and why it deserves your attention (38:02)

Plus, mailbag (49:45), Rosenberg’s poor tie etiquette, and Troy the Goy returns to talk about his love life (1:01:43).

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Phil start off the show by allowing Kaz to relish in his Knicks’ huge playoff win. Then they discuss the following:

• The Masked Man Show’s selections on The Ringer Wrestling Network’s WWE draft (5:12)
• Piped-in crowd noise (18:37)
• Phil’s Ringer.com piece "CM Punk’s Potential AEW Return, Explained" (28:41)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Phil Schneider

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David and Kaz discuss CM Punk’s upcoming return to AEW and the investment being made to bring him back (5:37). Later they discuss the following:

• Seth Rollins's role in WWE (33:00)
• The list of injured WWE Superstars (37:00)
• Trish Stratus’s promo on 'Monday Night Raw' (42:50)

Later, Brian H. Waters joins in to discuss the Four Pillars of AEW (45:01) and Warlow becoming the TNT Champion (53:20), and they preview two title matches on Friday night's 'SmackDown' (76:30).

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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From a crowded media room in Las Vegas, Rosenberg is here for a special Thursday episode of the Friday Something. Today, he talks about the hype for Saturday’s massive boxing fight between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia before bringing in Diperstein (6:12) to discuss non-wrestling things since Dip hasn’t watched any wrestling this week. Plus, Rosenberg takes some mailbag questions throughout and gets mad at his boss at The Ringer in the process. And does SGG love Peter more than Natalie does?

Stay maj.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Troy Farkas

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This week, Ben kicks off the show by checking to see whether Khal and Brian are Team Draymond Green or Team Domantas Sabonis (1:34). Then Brian and Khal do another live taste test of Logan Paul’s Prime sports drink (4:12). Then they discuss the following headlines:

• Bianca Belair wanting a match with Charlotte Flair (10:40)
• Dustin Rhodes saying WWE is making Cody Rhodes pay for starting AEW (17:04)
• Goldberg wanting a retirement match (25:00)

They also react to Kaz’s fantasy booking of putting CM Punk with the Elite against the Blackpool Combat Club. (30:59). Then, in the spirit of the upcoming WWE draft, the three guys each draft two non-WWE athletes to become WWE Superstars (39:53). They close the show with highlights from NXT (59:09) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (61:02).

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With Dip busy agenting and agenting, Rosenberg and SGG are here to discuss the following on today's episode:

• Reports of CM Punk's looming return to AEW and what that could look like following his scorched-earth press conference last year (8:05)
• Record-breaking sales for this year's 'SummerSlam' (17:35)
• Announced matches for this year's 'Backlash' (21:50)
• Why SGG is out on high-fructose corn syrup (24:08)
• Why Rosenberg doesn't like what happened with Trish last night (30:42)

Plus, thoughts on 'Succession,' mailbag (53:28), and Rosenberg's engagement is on the rocks (2:15).

To join in on the conversation with the guys and the rest of the peckerheads, please join our Discord here.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David, Kaz, and Brian discuss AEW adding a Saturday night show, CM Punk’s return, and who would be the best feud for him if it is NOT with The Elite.

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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This Friday, Rosenberg is joined by super producer Brian H. Waters, who fills in for Troy. They respond to a few mailbag questions regarding the ballad from last Friday.

They also discuss:

• Jeff Hardy’s return at AEW Returns (2:42)
• Sting’s current role in AEW versus what he did in WWE (3:47)
• The strengths of AEW’s women’s division (6:30)
• Matt Riddle’s issue with Solo Sikoah (9:30)

He closes the show with mailbag questions about Troy’s heel promo from last week (14:26), the real name for “quarter waters” (18:17), Tim White and King Kong Bundy breaking kayfabe (24:06), and Stat Guy Greg’s Roman Reigns take on Wednesday Worldwide (26:16)

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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David, Kaz, and Brian kick off the show with the Cold Open Question: Who are you more excited to see wrestle, Trish Stratus or Jeff Hardy?

Then they discuss the following:

Dave responds to his draft picks on Monday’s show (2:52)

AEW’s chances of selling out Wembley Stadium (6:41)

Jeff Hardy’s return on ‘AEW Dynamite’ (7:35)

Tiffany Stratton vs. Sol Ruca on NXT (33:30)

Trish Stratus betraying Becky Lynch (41:00)

Who from AEW would you want to see in the Bullet Club (53:39)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Ben, Khal, and Brian H. are primed and ready for another week of wrestling shenanigans! They start by breaking down a few midweek headlines, including:

• Dax Harwood saying that AEW could sell out Wembley Stadium by booking CM Punk and FTR vs. the Elite (6:09)
• Roman Reigns wanting to main-event WrestleMania vs. Seth Rollins (14:16)
• Rey Mysterio pitching a mask vs. hair match against Dominik (20:31)

Then, they react to Dip’s take on Hulk Hogan being shoved down fans’ throats during his peak (26:11). Afterward, Cheap Heat’s Stat Guy Greg joins to react to that take and discuss Roman Reigns’s historic title reign and when and whether it should come to an end (33:59). They close the show with highlights from NXT (54:10) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (57:25).

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: Stat Guy Greg

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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The full crew of Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip reunites this week to discuss the following on today’s episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast:

• Logan Paul’s somewhat surprising decision to return to WWE on a new contract (8:15)
• Why the guys are so happy Bayley isn’t leaving WWE (14:15)
• Dip’s urgent message regarding the current culture of leaking important information in the wrestling business (23:56)
• Hot takes from Dip that Rosenberg surprisingly agrees with (32:23)
• The best parts of the annual Passover seder (45:38)

Plus, the mailbag (56:15) is loaded with questions about producer Troy's psyche following his breakout performance on last week’s edition of the Friday Something.

To join in on the conversation with the guys and the rest of the peckerheads, please join our Discord here.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David, Kaz, and Brian kick off the show with the Cold Open Question: Which pro wrestler would you choose if you had the no. 1 draft pick?

Then they discuss the following:

• Superstars from WWE and AEW they would select with the no. 1 pick (2:35)
• Drew McIntyre being removed from 'SmackDown' (14:30)
• The possibility of CM Punk showing up at Wembley Stadium (23:49).
• Triple H back in Charge at 'SmackDown' (33:08)
• Matt Riddle returns (39:29)
• The Streets love Solo Sikoa (47:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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With Evil Sam Roberts standing up the show again, Rosenberg flies solo. To pass the time, he takes a mailbag question about Edge (15:57) and then a listener asks Rosenberg to cut a promo about hummus (25:00). Plus, Rosenberg is excited for 'Smackdown' tonight and he also gives an update on a troubling situation involving a WWE promo (31:35).

But before all that, Rosenberg and Natalie try to help producer Troy through his broken heart. In the process, Rosenberg discovers he should probably ditch SGG and Dip so that he can spend future episodes digging into the psychology of his producer.

To join the ‘Cheap Heat’ discord, please visit this link.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are joined by Ringer wrestling writer Phil Schneider to cover all things in this post-WrestleMania week.

• The ‘Raw’ after 'Mania with Vince McMahon in charge (02:00)
• AEW’s upcoming Wembley Stadium show in London and the most shocking potential wrestlers to make an appearance (29:00)
• Jay White on ‘Dynamite’ (40:00)
• The independent wrestling scene the week of WrestleMania (1:09:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Phil Schneider

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian Waters

Check out all the WrestleMania podcast episodes recorded by The Ringer Wrestling Show crew on this WrestleMania 39 Spotify playlist!

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The 'Wednesday Worldwide' crew are back after an action-packed ‘WrestleMania’ week. Ben, Khal, and Brian H. kick off the show by recapping the entire week, including WaleMania, the 'Ringer Wrestling’ meet-and-greet, and more (1:34). Then they break down a few midweek headlines, including:

• Paul Heyman saying Cody Rhodes is a bigger star after his loss to Roman Reigns (10:19)
• Jay White to WWE rumors dying down (18:03)
• Charlotte Flair taking time off WWE with no return timetable (26:29)

Then on “They Said What” they react to Bayley’s comments on 'The Masked Man Show' about needing to prove herself in light of the recent rumors surrounding the Role Model (33:48). Afterward, they welcome David Shoemaker on to discuss fallout from the 'Raw' after 'WrestleMania,' the 'Ringer Wrestling’ 'WrestleMania' coverage, and the future of WWE with Vince McMahon apparently back at the helm (45:48). They close the show by talking about Bron Breakker attacking Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams at the end of ‘NXT’ (107:25) and previewing tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (1:12:27).

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: David Shoemaker

Producers: Brian H. Waters

Check out all the WrestleMania podcast episodes recorded by The Ringer Wrestling Show crew on this WrestleMania 39 Spotify playlist!

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Back in their respective home studios following another unforgettable ‘WrestleMania’ weekend, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip are back to break down all the madness. On today’s episode, the guys discuss:

• Bayley’s incendiary tweet, which sent the wrestling world into a frenzy (11:05)
• Why Dip felt Monday night’s ‘Raw’ didn’t live up the standard that the post-‘WrestleMania’ episode usually sets (13:56)
• When Cody Rhodes could another title shot after his Sunday night loss (18:15)
• How this year’s ‘WrestleMania’ compares to past events (28:19)
• Favorite moments from the weekend (33:00)

Plus, the guys recount their favorite memories from the Heat ’n Greet, the Hall of Fame ceremony, and some of the craziest things that happened this weekend. And Dip also says he’s done with The Rock?!

To join the ‘Cheap Heat’ discord, please visit this link.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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David and Kaz are joined by Ben Cruz to give their immediate thoughts and reactions to Endeavor officially acquiring WWE (01:39) and to project what it all means for the company’s future.

Then, they break down the entire two-night 'WrestleMania 39' card in reverse order and attempt to piece together what’s next for the key players on the WWE roster, including Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and more.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Ben Cruz

Producer: Jessie Lopez

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Dominik Mysterio and newly crowned 'SmackDown' Women's Champion Rhea Ripley join the Ringer Wrestling team live at the 'WrestleMania' Superstore the morning after 'WrestleMania' Night one.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producers: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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The Ringer Wrestling show takes over the 'WrestleMania' Superstore featuring interviews with Drew McIntyre, Bianca Belair, and Gunther before their matches at WrestleMania 39.

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Stat Guy Greg, Khal Davenport, Brian H. Waters, Ben Cruz

Guests: Drew McIntyre, Bianca Belair, Gunther

Producer: Jonathan Kermah

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters

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Rosenberg, Dip, buses, Misshattan, Heat and Greets, and a MAJor show announcement. What more do you need to know?

Enjoy yourselves.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Carmelo Hayes joins The Masked Man Show (1:40) live at the WrestleMania Superstore one day before his NXT Championship match against Bron Breakker to chat with David and Kaz about the following:

• Not rushing to Raw or Smackdown
• His relationship with Shawn Michaels
• Getting away with things he can say in promos

Next, Dana Brooke joins the guys to chat about a recent emotional house show, the 24/7 Title and how she remains positive through the ups and downs of being a WWE Superstar (28:18).

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guests: Carmelo Hayes and Dana Brooke

Producer: Troy Farkas

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters

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