Battleground Podcast

On the show today, Battle and the Belle of The Brawl breakdown everything from #NXTTakeOver. They discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly. Also on the show, they announce a special contest that is going on right now on the shows instagram page, which you can still enter in to win. (contest ends 10/9/2020 at 11:59p CST) AND during the show there is a surprise run in from Battle's 3 year old Liam. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Joining us on the show today is one of the fastest rising stars in AEW, as well as the newest member of the Dark Order, Anna Jay! We dive in to her beginnings, her teaming with Tay Conti, the Dark Order and so much more. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Battle and Eli are joined by UFC & NWA Hall of Famer and former NWA World Heavyweight Champion, Dan 'The Beast' Severn. Dan talks about his amateur wrestling career, early UFC, working for the NWA and WWF at the same time, his involvement in Brawl For All and more. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, we sit down with Doc Gallows & Karl Anderson, AKA Good Brothers from IMPACT Wrestling. We start out the show remembering the late Road Warrior Animal. We then talk about signing with IMPACT Wrestling, Talk n' Shop podcast and Talk n' Shop A Mania, the new series they are working on, plus they also discuss all their new branded alcohol and more! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The band is back together! On the show today, Battle, Eli and the Belle of the Brawl Lana, sit down and catch up on what's been going on. They're talking about the first Prime Time Live episode on FITE, recapping what took place last week on AEW and WWE and more. Also, they give an update on what's been going on with Belles of the Brawl. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

All aboard!!!! On today’s episode we get to talk to the one and only WWE Hall of Famer, The Godfather! We dig in to his beginnings in Memphis, his stint as Papa Shango, the influential Nation of Domination, and of course, the life of party, The Godfather. We had a blast with him, be sure to check out what he is working on next! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Battle & Eli sit down with Darby Allin before AEW ALL OUT in Jacksonville, FL. Darby talks about transitioning from being a pro skateboarder to a pro wrestler, the infamous match with Cody Rhodes, what he wants to do to Ricky Starks and more! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSubscribe to our YouTube: youtube.com/battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, Battle sits down with Session Moth Martina from Ring of Honor. They discuss what led her to becoming a wrestler, training in Ireland, getting a tryout from WWE and what led her to Ring of Honor. She also gives us an update on how things are going during this pandemic and more. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate our 149th and 150th episodes, we knew we had to do something big. So we booked the REAL HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION! Check out part 2 of our interview with the NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion, Nick Aldis! On this episode, we talk about the new plans for NWA and their new deal, his thoughts on Mickie's return to Monday Night Raw and more! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To celebrate our 149th and 150th episodes, we knew we had to do something big. So we booked the REAL HEAVYWEIGHT CHAMPION! Check out our two part interview with the NWA World’s Heavyweight Champion, Nick Aldis! We talk about his influences growing up, getting into the NWA, his feud with Cody, the future plans for the NWA and so much more. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s show, Battle & Eli are joined by Connor Casey from comicbook.com to preview one of WWE’s biggest pay per view of the year SummerSlam. The guys also look at 2 of the biggest matches that’ll take place at NXT Takeover XXX, Adam Cole BAY BAY vs Pat Mcafee & Karrion Kross vs. NXT Champion Keith Lee. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today is arguably the greatest tag team in the world, FTR! After being granted their freedom from the big company up north, they have taken their talents elsewhere. First stop? AEW! We will talk about the highs and lows of their time in NXT and WWE, the full circle moment of working with Dusty and now working with Cody, Dax gives us an update on his injury and so much more!Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is that the sweet sound of Francesca? You know it! Our guest on the show today is one third of the longest reigning Tag champions in WWE history, the one and only Xavier Woods! On part 2 of our interview, we dive into his love for video games, his Guinness Book of World Record setting YouTube channel UpUpDownDown and more. Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Is that the sweet sound of Francesca? You know it! Our guest on the show today is one third of the longest reigning Tag champions in WWE history, the one and only Xavier Woods! We discuss his stints in NWA, getting signed to TNA/Impact before finishing college, New Day and their history in WWE as well as his Guinness Book of World Record setting YouTube channel UpUpDownDown! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If the phrase Excuse Me rings a bell, you have a good idea who our guest is today! We welcome a new force in AEW, the amazing Vickie Guerrero joins the show! We talk about her transition to an in-ring role, her highlight of being in WWE, the difference between AEW and WWE and so much more! When manscaping, always use the right tools for the job! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodFollow us on Instagram: @battlegroundpodcastFollow us on Twitter: @battlegroundihrFollow us on Facebook: @battlegroundpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fresh off winning the X Division title at Slammiversary, Chris Bey sits down for a conversation with Battle. They discuss getting into the wrestling business, working with WWE, working on new music, catching the attention of Cody Rhodes, who he wants to wrestle in Impact, how he's going to elevate the division and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, Brian Pillman Jr. sits down for a conversation with Battle. He talks working in a corporate job after college and then leaving it for wrestling, training with Lance Storm in Calgary, working for MLW and his contract status, how he got booked for AEW, wanting to end MJF's streak and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, Battle and Eli begin the episode by giving their thoughts on WWE's Extreme Rules and they hold nothing back! Then, they talk about Impact Slammiversary and how great it was and how the future looks bright for Impact! We also have a new limited edition shirt just in time for Summer! Get yours today from Territory Wrestling Tees: https://territorywrestlingtees.com/collections/battleground-podcast/products/battleground-podcast-neon-logo-teeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, we welcome back PCO to the show! We catch up with him and see what he's been doing during the pandemic & his weekly series #PCOJustice. We then get his story from when he was involved in the WWF's Brawl For All and get his take on the tournament and MORE. We also ask the question everyone wants to know....when will ROH get back do doing LIVE shows? Make sure to follow us on instagram @battlegroundpodcast and make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

KB and Lana are joined this week by artist, illustrator, & wrestling enthusiast, Cat! Hear about her journey thru her love of wrestling, especially New Japan, and what influences her favorite pieces of art! Did we mention she’s a meme? Hear that story too on today’s episode! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, Battle & Eli talk about how Battle tagged the wrong person in a tweet and Lana & KB marked out who was tagged and responded. The guys talk about how things have been leaked for both AEW and NXT. They don't mention any spoilers. They also discuss the Undertaker retiring and does he stay retired? Visit our Instagram @battlegroundpodcast to win a cool prize from Poppin Off Toys! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, we're joined by Josh Markovitz! You hear him on DC101, Alt 1045 and many iHeartRadio stations across the country! We talk about how he became a fan of wrestling, meeting Hulk Hogan and Jimmy 'Superfly' Snuka and we pick his brain on what he thinks about wrestling during the pandemic. When manscaping, always use the right tools for the job! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show is a bucket list type of guest for us. She was voted the number 1 female wrestler in the world, twice! She’s a wrestler, actor, dancer, singer, songwriter, wife, and mom. What can’t she do! We are beyond thrilled to welcome future Hall of Famer Mickie James to the show! We dive deep into her career, going from starting out with Tommy Dreamer, to ring attire and entrances, to music and so much more. We also talk about her new YouTube series Grown Ass Women! This is one of our favorite interviews and one you will not want to miss! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a Battleground Podcast free for all! We have no agenda or bullet points, we just shoot the s**t about random topics. So if you have been curious about our thoughts on No Holds Barred, Ready to Rumble, Gremlins 2, different color straps Ultimate Warrior had, WCW after their logo change and more, this is your episode! Make sure you head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, we're joined by Mike Jones! You hear him on DC101, Alt 1045 and iHeartRadio stations across the country! We talk about how he became a fan of wrestling, the first show that got him hooked. We also discuss the current product and just talk wrestling! With Father's Day right around the corner, head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Lana and Kb host a VERY special brunch edition of Belles of the Brawl with our UK bae Mariah May! They’ll talk about her wrestling journey and continue to raise some $$ for @southernequality! With Father's Day right around the corner, head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, we sit down with Silas Young and Josh Woods from Ring of Honor. We talk about what they've been up during this pandemic, their career, what's the future hold for them and of course we ask, when is ROH going to start doing live shows again and MORE! With Father's Day right around the corner, head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Battle and Eli breakdown what happened at NXT Takeover: In Your House. We give our thoughts on the whole show including the throwback mentions, breaking down each match, will Adam Cole be heading to AEW and MORE! With Father's Day right around the corner, head to manscaped.com and get 20% off + free shipping with the code: BATTLEGROUND #manscapedpodSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Kayla and Lana in welcoming Alia Paige (known as Davina Campbell in the squared circle) to the show! Wrestler, Manager, Ring Announcer, Commentator....she wears many hats! Hear how she got where she is today and advice for those who want to get a start in the biz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, Battle and Eli are back together talking wrestling! Eli talks about what's been going on the past few weeks on how things have been going in his life. The guys discuss WWE removing a certain move, AEW Double or Nothing, Impact Wrestling's latest signing and how Moose has become a superstar! Is WWE wrong for the Jeff Hardy thing? AND of course we also had to talk about FTR's return to the wrestling ring and we give our thoughts on the TNT Title belt!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join KB and Lana as they welcome the next guest in their “women creators series”, fashion entrepreneur Alexis Littlefoot! Find out what happened when her “I Feel Like Taker” shirt went viral thanks to Sasha Banks & more about her journey in the wrestling biz.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Before we get into the show, we pay respect to two amazing wrestlers who we lost. We give a moment of silence for Shad Gaspard and Hana Kimura. Today on the show, we're joined by the Ultimate Predator. We dive into his wrestling career, hetalks hot takes, how he got involved with the Nashville Predators and how he came up with the Ultimate Predator name! Also, if you'd like to help out Shad's family you can grab one on of his shirts https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/shadgaspard or https://store.collarandelbowbrand.com/collections/mens/products/beast. At this time, reports are saying a fund will likely go through Bushiroad. Once we get more information, we'll post it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, KB and Lana welcome Lauren Moran to the show to talk about her favorite matches of all time, that Becky Lynch design that went viral, and her new "Exalted One" Brodie Lee shirt you can find on the AEW shop right now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sorry about your damn luck! On today’s show we have one half of the NWA world tag team champions, the “Cowboy” James Storm drops by to talk about all things wrestling! We dive into his beginnings with USWA, signing with WCW, being with TNA/Impact for almost 15 years, becoming World Champ, his brief stint in NXT and the recent rebirth of the NWA. We also get him to address some comments one Eric Bischoff recently made about him. This is a conversation you do not want to miss! Also, make sure you show your support for James and grab his merch at https://www.lastcalloutlaw.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, Battle is joined by special guest Justin Del Rio! Justin is the founder of Nerds of Wrestling on Facebook. We talk about how he got into wrestling, creating the group, his podcast and MORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catch up with Lana and KB as they discuss the best matches of the week, Money in the Bank this weekend, and homework we all need to do before their next guest co-hosts next week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Battle and Eli sit down with The 'Original Gangsta' New Jack! Yep, you read that right! We talk about his episode on Dark Side of The Ring, his career, being banned on twitter PLUS more! He also tells an interesting story about doing stand up comedy with Rowdy Roddy Piper!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lana hops on the podcast to brief you on the week of women's wrestling and events leading up to Money in the Bank. We also hear from Lana's mom and she tells us her favorite match of the week! PLUS info on next week's guest!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, 2019 Ring of Honor Wrestler of the Year, Matt Taven calls in. We catch up on what he's been doing while in quarantine, the future of ROH, could he be getting back with an old tag team partner, he calls out past guest of the show, Vinny Marseglia. Matt also tell's an interesting story that involves Tiger King and MORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Queen of the Ring, Alex, joins the Belles of the Brawl this week to discuss wrestling, the current state of events and more! This is the first in a series of indie women’s wrestlers, content creators, artists, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Battle and Eli are back with more from ECW, WCW, and WWE legend Raven! The second part of this interview we dive into the later part of his career in TNA/Impact and WWE. We discuss the famous WrestleMania match with Kane and the Big Show. Him showing up at AEW and his thoughts on the product and so much MORE!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Battle & Eli sit down with ECW, WCW, and WWE legend Raven. The interview was so good, we had to break it up into 2 episodes! The first part we dive into the early stages of his career, wrestling in Memphis, his first stint in WCW and ECW and how the Raven gimmick came about! Enjoy episode 1 with Raven!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode of Belles of the Brawl, the ladies talk about the road to Money in the Bank including that awkward moment with Shayna and Sarah, plus who will be the Man's next opponent?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In what could be one of our longest episodes, Battle, KB, and Lana recap a memorable and unique WrestleMania 36. They first start off by discussing what took place on Raw after Mania and who made their return and who got called up and how excited they were for the call up! They then put their focus on what they liked and loved for the 2 nights of WrestleMania! Also, they dive into a deeper look at the Fire Fly Fun House Match!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Belles of the Brawl, Lana discusses the tying up of some loose ends before their story's culmination at Wrestlemania, wonders what Wrestlemania look like and wants to know if can you even call it Wrestlemania? Lana tries to answer all this and more on this week's episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Something that we are big fans of on the show is Vice’s Dark Side of The Ring. For those of you that don’t know Dark Side of The Ring airs on Tuesday nights on Vice and has told the darkest stories of professional wrestling such as the Montreal Screw job, Macho Man & Miss Elizabeth, and this upcoming season Owen Hart, Road Warriors, Chris Benoit, and more! We’re joined today by the executive producer and co-creator Evan Husney!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We are stoked to have one of the best and brightest stars on the independent scene on theshow today. He has been featured in GCW, Black Label Pro, CZW, Beyond Wrestling, locally inSUP and SCI, and even popped up on Impact Wrestling last year. On Dec 8th 2019 here inNashville, he defeated Nick Gage to become GCW World Heavyweight Champion after Gage’shistoric 722 day reign as champion. Joining Battle, Eli, and KB is non other than Indie Superstar AJ Gray!If you enjoyed this episode, could we ask you to please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcast/iTunes? It takes less than a minute and helps us out tremendously to spread the word about the show.Email: [email protected]: https://whatamaneuver.net/collections/battleground-podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlegroundpodcastTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/battlegroundihrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlegroundpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/battlegroundpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belles of The Brawl (lite) returns this week for a very brief overview of what the road to Wrestlemania looks like in the middle of a pandemic. Brandi Rhodes is now a top tier meme, and an injured superstar returns and makes KB cry. Plus, NEW indie match suggestion of the week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the show today, Battle and Eli discuss what took place last week with WWE and AEW. They dive into how AEW made their show fun for the fans with the wrestlers being ringside. The appearance of Brodie Lee and Matt Hardy. WWE making shirts for Wrestlemania saying 'I Wasn't There' and we discuss the heartbreaking season 2 debut of Chris Benoit's Dark Side Of The Ring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Belles of the Brawl, join Lana on a brief update of this week's women's wrestling, Wrestlemania, Austin 3:16 day and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.