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In this inaugural segment of StS, co-hosts conversation, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the current build-up to WrestleMania, focusing on John Cena's first heel promo, the impact of European tours on WWE storylines, and the dynamics between Cena and Cody Rhodes. They analyze the role of legends like Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Rock in the current wrestling landscape, as well as fan expectations and reactions leading up to WrestleMania 41. The conversation delves into the current state of WWE leading up to WrestleMania, discussing the anticipation for the event, the disappointing booking of champions, and the lack of compelling storylines. The hosts express frustration with the three-hour format of SmackDown, the treatment of wrestlers like Gunther and the dynamics within the women's division, particularly focusing on Jade, Naomi, and Tiffany. They also analyze the recent face-off between CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Roman Reigns, highlighting concerns about the overall build to WrestleMania and the potential for exciting matches amidst a lackluster narrative. The hosts discuss their anticipation for WrestleMania, expressing excitement for certain matches while critiquing the overall build-up and booking decisions in WWE by delving into specific feuds, including Gunther vs. Jey Uso. The conversation also touches on the unpredictability of title changes in wrestling and the dynamics of tag teams. The speakers express their excitement and concerns about the current state of the U.S. title picture and character developments leading up to WrestleMania. They also reflect on past WrestleMania moments and the significance of heel turns in wrestling history. They explore the impact of these turns on the wrestling industry and fan reactions, while also highlighting Cody Rhodes' contributions to storytelling in wrestling. The discussion takes a turn towards the absurdity of wrestling storylines, including the controversial appearance of Travis Scott and the infamous Katie Vick storyline. They reflect on the evolution of wrestling fandom and the stigma surrounding it. Overall, the conversation is a humorous and insightful look into the complexities of wrestling culture as we look ahead to the road to WrestleMania! 00:00Introduction to the Conversation 13:02Cody Rhodes' Response and Future Implications 23:23Breaking Down Cena's Promo and Its Impact 34:46Final Thoughts on Cena's Character Evolution 42:09Promo Battles: The Art of Mic Skills 47:18Behind the Scenes: The Reality of Wrestling 54:57The Role of Legends: Rock and Austin's Impact 01:01:47Cody and Cena: The Main Event Dynamics 01:06:57SmackDown's Struggles: A Critical Review 01:12:49Gunther's Booking and Title Match Concerns 01:29:36Triple Threat Build-Up: Roman, Seth, and Punk 01:37:33Concerns About WrestleMania Build-Up 01:48:34Women's Division: Jade, Naomi, and Future Matches 02:03:50WrestleMania Match Predictions and Storylines 02:11:42Title Picture and Match Dynamics 02:20:56Women's Division and Title Opportunities 02:34:22Greatest WrestleMania Moments and Heel Turns 02:54:23Top Five Heel Turns in Wrestling History 03:05:32The Evolution of Wrestling Characters 03:11:17Memorable Moments and Controversies in Wrestling 03:18:25Looking Ahead: Future of Wrestling and Upcoming Events
In the fourth installment of Wednesday Night Marks, co-hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, the implications for WrestleMania, and the impact of CM Punk's next 'Pipe Bomb' promo. They analyze the role of Travis Scott in the wrestling narrative and the unexpected victory of Iyo Sky for the Women's World Heavyweight Championship. The conversation also touches on the future of Gunther and Jey Uso, exploring the dynamics of their feuds and potential storylines leading up to WrestleMania. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of professional wrestling, focusing on The Rock's return, the confusion surrounding storylines, the authentic heat generated by Logan Paul, and the under utilized, untapped potential of Dominik Mysterio. They also explore fantasy booking scenarios, particularly regarding John Cena's heel run and Mick Foley's iconic moments in wrestling history. WnM delves into some of the most shocking moments in wrestling history, including Hulk Hogan's infamous heel turn and the end of The Undertaker's streak at WrestleMania 30. They discuss the implications of these moments, what could have been if Sting had turned heel instead, and the impact of Brian Pillman's gun incident. The conversation also touches on the evolution of women's wrestling and the potential future of the industry, as well as dream matches and WrestleMania moments that have left a lasting impression on fans. They end WnM by discussing the posibility of moving over to YouTube and turning WnM into an interactive experience to maximize fan engagement -just talk pro wrestling! 00:00Welcome Back to the TTW Clan 11:07The Road to WrestleMania: Predictions and Speculations 23:27CM Punk's Fiery Promo and Its Implications 31:46The Future of CM Punk and WrestleMania Matchups 38:31Main Event Dynamics in Wrestling 45:34Recent Title Changes and Their Impact 51:21WrestleMania Predictions and Matchups 56:57Current Feuds and Their Relevance 01:03:32Future Title Changes and Character Developments 01:09:34Travis Scott's Controversial Involvement 01:15:49Breaking Kayfabe: The Rock's Missteps 01:21:20Logan Paul's Authentic Heat in Wrestling 01:29:49Dominic Mysterio's Potential and Future 01:42:00Fantasy Booking: Lucha Libre Showdown 01:47:21The State of SmackDown 01:53:29Fantasy Booking Cena's Heel Run 02:05:14The Future of Bron Breaker 02:11:37WrestleMania Speculations and Feuds 02:22:50Iconic Matches and Moments in Wrestling History 02:29:31The Impact of Hulk Hogan's Heel Turn 02:36:06Memorable Segments and Shocking Storylines 02:43:28Brock Lesnar vs. The Undertaker 02:50:32Shocking Moments in Wrestling History 02:57:34Future Plans for YouTube Content 03:05:43WrestleMania Memories and Storylines 03:11:06WrestleMania Highlights and Historical Context 03:22:43Future of Women's Wrestling and Charlotte Flair 03:28:11Transitioning to Interactive Content
In this conversation, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, analyzing its implications for his character and the wrestling landscape. They compare it to past iconic heel turns, particularly Hulk Hogan's, and speculate on the future of Cena's character leading into WrestleMania. The discussion then shifts to the Elimination Chamber event, highlighting key matches and performances, especially focusing on the women's elimination chamber match and Liv Morgan's standout performance. The hosts express their excitement for upcoming storylines and potential feuds, particularly involving Jade Cargill and Cody Rhodes. The conversation delves into the highlights of recent wrestling events, focusing on standout performances, match dynamics, and the impact of significant moments and they go over both The Women and Men's Elimination Chamber matches. The discussion emphasizes the importance of storytelling, character development, and the physicality of matches, showcasing the evolution of wrestlers like Roxanne Perez and the enduring rivalry between Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. The conversation culminates in a reflection on the overall quality of the matches and the excitement leading into WrestleMania. 00:00The Shocking John Cena Heel Turn 03:19Comparing Heel Turns: Cena vs. Hogan 06:23The Impact of Cena's Turn on WrestleMania 09:32Cody Rhodes: The Unlikely Babyface 12:32The Role of the Rock in Cena's Story 15:21WrestleMania 17: Parallels and Predictions 18:42The Elimination Chamber Review 21:28Women's Elimination Chamber Dynamics 31:25The Build-Up to the Elimination Chamber 48:28Match Analysis and Highlights 56:19Post-Match Reactions and MVP Discussion 59:32The Unsanctioned Match Dynamics 01:03:41Intense Rivalry: Zane vs. Owens 01:12:49The Aftermath: Randy Orton's Return 01:23:29 Men's Elimination Chamber Showdown 01:34:43Cena's Soul: The Shocking Heel Turn
Rest in Peace Churchill Froelich. April 6, 1993 - February 17, 2025. In this episode, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming Elimination Chamber event and give their predictions for the matches and the potential outcomes they could have for WrestleMania 41. They delve into the dynamics between Cody Rhodes and The Rock, analyze the women's and men's elimination chamber matches, and speculate on potential outcomes and storylines leading to WrestleMania. The conversation highlights the unpredictability of wrestling narratives for WrestleMania 41 and the excitement surrounding the event. 00:00Introduction and Personal Reflection 03:25Elimination Chamber Predictions 06:39Cody Rhodes and The Rock's Dynamic 09:38Women's Elimination Chamber Match Analysis 12:23Potential Outcomes and Storylines 15:36Men's Elimination Chamber Match Discussion 18:36Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens Preview 21:21SmackDown's Recent Performance 24:31Tag Team Match Preview 27:38Thoughts and Predictions 38:35Randy Orton's Potential Return 44:42Predictions for the Men's Elimination Chamber 53:13The Stakes of Selling Out 01:00:30Final Predictions and Speculations
In this episode, the hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the fallout from the Royal Rumble, analyzing both the Women's and Men's matches, including unexpected returns and eliminations. They delve into the ladder match between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, highlighting the brutal spots and storytelling involved. The conversation shifts to Jey Uso's surprising victory and the implications for future storylines, emphasizing the importance of character development and long-term storytelling in wrestling. In this segment of the conversation, the hosts delve into various topics surrounding WWE, including John Cena's return and its implications. They discuss The Raw after Rumble including: Jey Uso's emotional promo, Charlotte Flair's struggles and heel turn, The New Day's transformation, and the dynamics of the Elimination Chamber. They also discuss Kevin Owens' betrayal of Sami Zayn and speculate on Drew McIntyre's potential involvement with TNA. The conversation is rich with insights and predictions about future storylines and character developments in wrestling. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various wrestling topics, including the importance of visibility for wrestling products, a ranking of the top five spears in wrestling history, and a discussion on the over-the-top booking of Vince McMahon in WWE, which also touch on controversial matches and booking decisions that have sparked debate among fans. In this extensive conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of wrestling, focusing on memorable WrestleMania moments, controversial booking decisions, and the impact of iconic wrestlers like Hulk Hogan, Bray Wyatt, and The Undertaker. They discuss the absurdity of certain storylines, including the infamous Lumberjack Zombie match, and reflect on the evolution of wrestling narratives over the years. The conversation also touches on the parallels between wrestling and sports, particularly in terms of decision-making and fan reactions. Chapters 00:00 Royal Rumble Fallout Overview 13:32 Match Analysis: DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns 18:35 Cody vs. Kevin Owens: Ladder Match Breakdown 32:06 Men's Royal Rumble Match Highlights 37:34 Crowd Reactions and Key Moments in the Rumble 47:28 Final Four: The Build-Up to the Climax 52:33 Reflections on Jey Uso's Journey and Future 59:33 The Role of John Cena and Future Storylines 01:11:17 WrestleMania Predictions and Rumble Reactions 01:16:34 Charlotte Flair's Return and Crowd Reactions 01:31:36 Elimination Chamber Build-Up and Women's Division Dynamics 01:38:33 Kevin Owens' Betrayal and Punk's Rise 01:53:29 Final Thoughts on Raw and Future Storylines 02:00:45 The Art of the Double Turn 02:13:07 Ranking the Top Five Spears in Wrestling 02:25:58 Nostalgia for Vince McMahon's Over-the-Top Booking 02:31:24 The Evolution of Wrestling Storylines 02:39:24 Vince Russo's Impact on Wrestling 02:45:20 The Tragic Story of Owen Hart 02:57:27 WrestleMania Surprises and Disappointments 03:00:27 The Evolution of WrestleMania Storylines 03:05:55 The Rise and Fall of Bray Wyatt 03:19:02 The Legacy of Undertaker and Bray Wyatt 03:27:54 WWE's Treatment of Legends 03:35:53 Wrestling and Basketball: A Comparison of Bad Decisions 03:49:56 The Humor in Wrestling Overbooking