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WrestleMania 36 Review

The hosts discuss their experiences watching the two-night WrestleMania 36 event, which was held at the WWE Performance Center without a live audience due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They review several matches, including Cesaro versus Drew Gulak, the women's tag team championship match, Elias versus King Corbin, Becky Lynch versus Shayna Baszler, and the Intercontinental title match between Sami Zayn and Daniel Bryan. The conversation also covers the SmackDown tag team championship ladder match and the clash between Kevin Owens and Seth Rollins, while highlighting how the lack of a crowd impacted the performances, audio, and overall presentation of the show.

AEW Dynamite Empty Arena Comparison

This episode explores how AEW Dynamite navigated the shift to empty arena broadcasting in March 2020. The hosts compare the creative differences between AEW's approach and WWE's production during the same period, highlighting the use of wrestler-filled crowd seating and unique segments to maintain engagement. They discuss major debuts including Matt Hardy, Brody Lee, and Lance Archer, as well as the onscreen confrontation between Chris Jericho and Hardy. The discussion also touches upon the challenges of pandemic-era wrestling production and the contrast between the two promotions' storytelling styles.

WWE Programming Without Live Audiences Review

With live crowds absent due to the coronavirus, the panel discusses the implications for WWE Raw and SmackDown broadcasts. The discussion covers the difficulties performers face when working without an audience, Triple H's surprising turn on commentary, and the general decline in quality that led the hosts to cancel their WWE Network subscriptions. They also touch on the ongoing rivalry between AEW and WWE, the rise of the NWA, and how wrestling's reliance on nostalgia acts fails to capture new viewers.

AEW Double Or Nothing and Fyter Fest Review

We break down the inaugural AEW events Double or Nothing and Fyter Fest, discussing the high production values, the focus on diverse talent, and the promotion's emphasis on tag team wrestling. We share our thoughts on the Casino Battle Royal, the impressive match quality compared to the current WWE product, and the impact of seeing stars like Jon Moxley and Chris Jericho in a new environment. We also touch on the challenges of learning a new roster and how AEW’s approach to storytelling differs from what we've been accustomed to in mainstream wrestling.

WWE The Shield's Final Chapter Review

A look at the WWE Network special event documenting the final reunion of The Shield. The discussion covers the team's legacy, the frustrations regarding recent WWE creative direction, and the details surrounding Dean Ambrose's departure from the company and his subsequent appearance as Jon Moxley in AEW. Additionally, the episode touches on the challenges of navigating the WWE Network's search functions and the importance of wrestler character consistency.

WrestleMania 35 Review

A comprehensive breakdown of the major matches and segments from WWE WrestleMania 35. The hosts discuss the length of the event, the high quality of the Kofi Kingston versus Daniel Bryan title match, the unexpected return of the Doctor of Thuganomics character, and the retirement match between Batista and Triple H. Additional topics include the surprise appearances, the Hall of Fame ceremony, and the overall pacing of the five-hour main card.

WWE Road to WrestleMania 35 Preview

This episode covers the current state of WWE programming as the road to WrestleMania 35 approaches. The hosts discuss recent Hall of Fame inductees including DX, The Hart Foundation, Harlem Heat, Torrie Wilson, The Honky Tonk Man, and Brutus Beefcake. The conversation transitions to critiques of the WWE's treatment of wrestlers as independent contractors, the potential for a three-hour SmackDown on FOX, and the oversaturation of talent. The episode rounds out with a preview of WrestleMania 35 matches, including Kurt Angle versus Baron Corbin, The Miz versus Shane McMahon, Randy Orton versus AJ Styles, and Batista versus Triple H.

WWE SmackDown 1000 and Recent Wrestling Trends Review

We discuss the 1000th episode of SmackDown, reflecting on its history, memorable moments, and overall legacy compared to Raw. We also cover recent developments including the Shield breakup, the return of Brock Lesnar, Daniel Bryan's recent in-ring work, and the current state of the women's division, including Becky Lynch and the Evolution pay-per-view. Additionally, we express frustrations with current booking decisions and the lack of direction for performers like Rusev, Elias, and Samoa Joe.

WWE Hell in a Cell 2018 Review

We break down the matches from this pay-per-view, including the hard-hitting encounter between Randy Orton and Jeff Hardy, Becky Lynch’s title victory over Charlotte Flair, and the intense tag team match between Seth Rollins and Dean Ambrose against Drew McIntyre and Dolph Ziggler. We also discuss AJ Styles versus Samoa Joe, the mixed tag match featuring The Miz and Maryse against Daniel Bryan and Brie Bella, and Ronda Rousey’s performance against Alexa Bliss. Finally, we share our frustrations regarding the controversial ending to the Roman Reigns and Braun Strowman main event, and the recurring reliance on part-time performers.

WWE SummerSlam 2018 Review

A breakdown of the 2018 SummerSlam event, discussing the opening championship match between Seth Rollins and Dolph Ziggler, the unfortunate injury to Rowan during the tag team match, and the dominant performance by Braun Strowman against Kevin Owens. The hosts examine the Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair dynamic, the intense feud between AJ Styles and Samoa Joe, and the long-awaited collision between The Miz and Daniel Bryan. The episode also touches on the Shinsuke Nakamura versus Jeff Hardy contest and the role of the Demon character in Finn Balor's victory over Baron Corbin.

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