The Ringer Wrestling Show

You never know what to expect on the ‘Cheap Heat’ Friday Something. And on today’s episode, two of the most handsome men in pro wrestling join the maj one Peter Rosenberg! First, Dip weighs in on the CM Punk conversation from Tuesday’s show, and he and Rosenberg also discuss MJF’s babyface run (1:50). The guys also hit some mailbag questions before WWE superstar Finn Bálor—ahead of tomorrow night’s Nassau Coliseum event—hops on to talk about the Judgment Day and when he knew they’d be this good, the wrestler he thinks is the future of the business, what impresses him so much about Grayson Waller, and of course, the passing of Bray Wyatt (39:08). Stay maj, everybody. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Dip Guest: Finn Bálor Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back to discuss the latest in the world of wrestling, kicking things off this week with a discussion about Gunther breaking Honky Tonk Man’s Intercontinental Championship record (01:00). The guys dive into the WWE and UFC deal and how bringing the companies together could affect the way we consume WWE as fans in the future (05:00). Of course David and Kaz take a moment to fantasy book potential CM Punk WWE return scenarios (16:00). Later, the guys react to last night’s ‘Dynamite,’ including MJF and Samoa Joe’s confrontational promo (30:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How did you explain the CM Punk situation to your non–wrestling fan friends in one sentence? Ben, Khal, and Brian share how they did it. Then they get into the following headlines: WWE officials are “optimistic” about Jey Uso’s potential to be a solo star (7:11) Jack Perry has been suspended “indefinitely” (22:29) Booker T said that AEW thinks only about the matches, not the buildup (30:52) Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Rosenberg’s take on ‘Cheap Heat’ when he said that CM Punk will NEVER be in WWE again. (42:50). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (55:45) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (62:14). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram, Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A fired up Rosenberg is joined by his old pal SGG on today’s episode to react to an action-packed weekend of professional wrestling. The guys discuss: John Cena’s return and the back-and-forth he shared with The Miz (5:50) The MAJ-ness of the cage match between Trish Stratus and Becky Lynch (13:53) If Judgment Day has replaced the Bloodline and why Rosenberg loves Grayson Waller on the mic (20:30) CM Punk’s exit from AEW, why the move locked in a really good weekend for Tony Khan, whether WWE should go after Punk, and if Punk’s departure will actually solve any of AEW’s problems (34:23) Happy Greg History Week! Stay maj. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz look back at the weekend full of pro wrestling after WWE Payback and AEW All Out. They get into the following: The Judgment Day on top (19:31) Jey Uso’s next chapter (24:00) AEW after CM Punk (34:20) Can L.A. Knight have five-star matches (43:07) Did we miss out on Edge vs. John Cena (59:29) Top five matches from the weekend (62:07) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CM Punk has been fired from All Elite Wrestling! David, Kaz, Khal and Brian fire up the mics and react to the breaking news. Tony Khan’s reactions (5:28) Was CM Punk worth the investment? (10:40) Will he return to WWE? (31:34) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Khal Davenport and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of WWE Payback in Pittsburgh, Peter Rosenberg gets into today’s breaking news about John Cena’s return to WWE and what it entails. Then, ahead of tonight’s show, Rosenberg sits down with WWE superstar Raquel Rodriguez to discuss why she got into the business, her relationship with her father, what she wanted to be when she was growing up, her five years at the WWE Performance Center, her Spanish heritage, her relationship with Rhea Ripley, why she fully embraces the underdog role, and more. Host: Peter Rosenberg Guest: Raquel Rodriguez Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Ben return to recap the sixth episode of the second season titled, "Appearances." They discuss how important this episode is to the lore of the show, all the flashbacks and how it changes the way we view certain characters, how it all connects to Tom Spade’s suicide, as well as this week’s awards (01:38). Also, the director of this week’s episode Peter Segal returns to discuss the process of casting the younger versions of Tom, Willie, and Wild Bill, what made this episode important to the creators, Chris Bauer’s performance, and more (59:09). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh Guest: Peter Segal Producer: Jessie Lopez Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, Rosenberg comes to you from the bustling JFK Airport to set the scene for WWE Payback before getting into a little mailbag, which features more angry e-mails about Dip’s LA Knight takes (7:54). Then, Rosenberg unearths a 2014 podcast interview he conducted with the late Bray Wyatt (22:51). Stay maj, everyone. Happy Labor Day weekend. Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kazeem are back as always to discuss all things wrestling, including both the real conflicts backstage and the scripted stories in the ring. Today’s topics include: CM Punk and Jack Perry’s backstage scuffle and what the potential impact from CM Punk’s second confrontation at AEW may be (01:00) AEW 'All Out’ predictions (32:00) WWE 'Payback’ predictions (46:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by fantasy booking John Cena’s return. Then they get into the following headlines: Saraya is setting her sights on Mercedes Moné (3:30) CM Punk’s questionable future in AEW and pro wrestling in general (17:10) Will Ospreay is “open to all options” after his New Japan deal expires (31:34) Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Dip’s take on 'Cheap Heat' when he said that Raquel Rodriguez may not be the best opponent for Rhea Ripley (37:52). Then they discuss the legacy of former WWE champion Bray Wyatt (48:16). (Check out this Ringer dot com piece from Ian Douglass and Oliver Lee Bateman titled “The Making of Bray Wyatt.“) The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (57:10) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (59:20). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The physically staycationing Peter Rosenberg is joined by his old pal Dip to discuss the following on another episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast: Dip’s memories of his favorite wrestler of all time, the late Bray Wyatt LA Knight’s performance on last Friday’s emotional episode of ’SmackDown’ CM Punk’s reported altercation with Jack Perry AEW’s record-breaking night this past weekend and why the guys were left shocked by the main event Why WWE is going too far with the Bloodline story Plus, the director of the iconic wrestling documentary ‘Beyond the Mat,’ Barry Blaustein, pops in to share his fond memories of working with the late Terry Funk. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip Guest: Barry Blaustein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week, Windham Rotunda, known as Bray Wyatt, passed away at the age of 36. Kaz kicks off the show by sharing a few stories from the time they worked together (4:00). Then he and David get into AEW All-In and recap the following: Brawl Out 2 (19:20) The real world champion of each match (30:38) Then before they close out, they react to John Cena being announced for the next seven weeks of 'Smackdown' (72:32) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Ben return to recap the fifth episode of the second season titled, "Who the Hell Is The Condamned?" The guys discuss the return of Ace as his new gimmick, The Condamned, and debate if Charlie Gully, Roster, and Willie’s characters are baby faces, heels, or tweeners. Also, they discuss how the social media story line will affect the characters for the rest of the season and give out awards for this week’s episode. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh Producer: Jessie Lopez Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Joined by David Shoemaker, the typically jovial Peter Rosenberg begins today’s Friday Something with a heavy heart as he and the Masked Man look back on the career and legacy of Bray Wyatt (0:00). Then, SGG pops in to give his thoughts on his favorite Wyatt memories before Rosenberg and Dip take it away with the usual Friday absurdity. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, the pro wrestling world lost the legend Terry Funk. David and Kaz welcome Phil Schneider to the show to discuss his legacy and some of his greatest moments and contributions to the wrestling business (4:20). Later, they predict all 11 matches at AEW All In (23:04) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Phil Schneider Producers: Christian John Bradley and Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Ben kicks off the show with some “This Day in Wrestling History” trivia for Khal and Brian. Then they get into the following headlines: Chris Jericho almost having a cinematic match with Mike Tyson (4:23) Big E wanting to see Xavier Woods as World Champion (12:39) Shelton Benjamin wishing the Hurt Business happened in front of live fans (18:52) Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Kaz’s take on 'The Masked Man Show' in which he said Beth Phoenix would be a bigger get for AEW than Edge (25:09). After the break, they react to a Wednesday Worldwide Hotline take regarding Bad Bunny, the Super Bowl, and Roman Reigns (34:50). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (44:42) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (47:10). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back with another episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast, Rosenberg and SGG discuss the following on today’s episode: More fallout from Dip’s takes on LA Knight (5:40) Nostalgia about Hulk Hogan’s best promos in WCW (18:20) Edge vs. Sheamus on ’SmackDown’ last Friday and rumors that Edge is headed to AEW (42:46) John Cena is back (1:06:34) Plus, the guys open the mailbag and find that a number of peckerheads have spent quite a bit of dough on ‘WrestleMania 40’ tickets (50:05). Rosenberg also takes a victory lap. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Greg Hyde Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kaz asks David the Cold Open Question of the Week: Who would be a bigger acquisition for AEW, Edge or Beth Phoenix? Then they discuss the following: Edge’s last match in Toronto (5:13) Cash Wheeler (16:10) WrestleMania ticket sales break records (22:30) All In preview (28:49) Smackdown recap (42:19) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Ben return to recap the fourth episode of the second season, titled ‘Heavy Heads.' They discuss how the show has set up the narrative for the rest of the season, Willie’s behavior, and AJ Mendez’s debut as Elle Dorado, as well as the reality of the conversation between Wild Bill, Man Beast and the Texas Slinger. Also, the guys give out the awards for this week’s episode. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh Producer: Jessie Lopez Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

You never know what you’ll get on a Friday Something. For example, a Ken Resnick deep dive, lost wallet tales, and the disappearance of Troy the Goy are all things that might happen on today’s episode. Plus, Rosenberg takes a look into the mailbag (11:48), and he reads three stellar entries for the Varvatos Suit Contest (34:41) before crowning a CHAMPION! Stay maj. Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back to reflect on another hectic week in the world of professional wrestling. Today’s topics include: Reactions to all the “sneak attacks” that happened on AEW ‘Dynamite’ (03:30) LA Knight’s ‘SummerSlam’ follow-up (20:44) Shinsuke Nakamura’s chances of beating Seth Rollins (28:12) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Christian John Bradley Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Khal adds a phrase to the wrestling dictionary as he, Ben, and Brian get into some top headlines, including the following: CM Punk and Jack Perry had a disagreement backstage at AEW 'Collision' (2:52) Booker T says Mark Henry is wrong—there is a WWE vs. AEW war (14:12) Lacey Evans is likely done with WWE (21:27) Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Brian Gewirtz’s appearance on the Masked Man Show where he discussed The Rock’s involvement in the Bloodline story (30:00). After the break, they react to hot takes from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline about Ronda Rousey, the biggest debuts, and WWE’s current record-breaking title reigns (42:36). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (64:46) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (67:43). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Without having watched much wrestling in the last few days, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip do an entire show about wrestling today because, well, wrestling is great. On today’s episode, the guys discuss: Whether the juice is worth the squeeze with CM Punk in AEW anymore (8:11) The developing story between MJF and Adam Cole (17:36) Jey Uso’s plans to quit ’Smackdown’ and leave WWE altogether (20:33) Why Dip just can’t seem to get behind LA Knight (34:45) The clear push for Chad Gable to become something (42:05) Plus, the guys fantasy book the path to next year’s ‘Wrestlemania’ and Rosenberg hatches a plan to disrupt the bagel industry. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are joined this week by former WWE writer Brian Gewirtz who discusses his book, "There’s Just One Problem," and some of the feedback he’s gotten since it’s came out over a year ago (6:15). Then they discuss the following: Wrestlers going off script during promos (9:02) The Attitude Era vs today’s product (13:27) The patience of the Bloodline Story (27:46) LA Knight (31:22) The Rock’s involvement in the Bloodline (44:52) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Brian Gewirtz Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Ben return as they react to the third episode of this season, titled ‘Discord.’ After recapping the episode, they share their feelings about Ace’s story line, how the introduction of a women’s division mirrors reality, the zombie King Spade scene, and more. Also, they give out their weekly awards for this week, including the episode’s MVP, the main event, and the "holy shit" moment. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh Producer: Jessie Lopez Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this special Friday Something, Rosenberg finally gets to your submissions for the Varvatos Suit contest. Let’s just say … they’re maj. Plus, a little mailbag, and a dive into Troy the Goy’s subconscious. Happy birthday hip hop. Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back to reflect on another hectic week in the world of professional wrestling. Today’s topics include: ‘Dynamite’ reactions, including RVD’s in-ring AEW debut (07:00) LA Knight’s SummerSlam follow-up (35:00) Nakamura igniting a new feud with Seth Rollins (48:30) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Christian John Bradley and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian is back with a recap of 'SummerSlam' and an epic birthday trip to NYC. Then he, Ben, and Khal discuss the 24th anniversary of Chris Jericho’s epic WWE debut. Afterward, they discuss the following headlines: Roman Reigns’s title reign will end whenever he and Paul Heyman say so (6:10) Nia Jax is considering a return to WWE (15:50) AEW 'Collision' was destroyed in head-to-head ratings vs. 'SummerSlam' (20:24) Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Dip’s take on Ronda Rousey (29:10), and a hot take from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline about WWE’s current record-breaking title reigns (41:28). After the break, they grade Triple H’s first year as the head of creative (53:38). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (66:58) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (68:44). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back from a thrilling weekend in Detroit, Rosenberg welcomes his pals Dip and SGG (from his new home studio, which has some kinks that need to be worked out) to discuss the following on today’s episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast: WWE’s signing of Brian Pillman Jr. (7:40) Rumors that Ronda Rousey’s time with WWE is over and the guys’ thoughts on ways Rousey’s career could have gone so much better (10:31) The mounting list of serious injuries for some of WWE’s biggest stars like Sami Zayn, Liv Morgan, Kevin Owens, and Roman Reigns (15:08) A commentary on WWE’s evolution since Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip were teenagers (19:58) Thoughts on this past weekend’s ’SummerSlam’ and the storylines that stood out most regarding LA Knight, Logan Paul, and more (27:26) Plus, Black Power Rankings (46:43) and anticipation builds for the suit contest. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David, Kaz, and Brian discuss the most watched SummerSlam in history! They break down the card, including: The next chapter of the Bloodline after Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso (8:03) Cody Rhodes earns Brock Lesnar’s respect (20:46) LA Knight gets the biggest pop of the night (29:50) What’s next for Finn Bálor (47:01) Iyo Sky cashes in her Money in the Bank contract (57:30) Plus, AEW 'Collision' highlights and unbooked matches from this incredible fight weekend (61:03). Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Ben return as they recap the second episode of this season titled, ‘The Journey Is the Obstacle’ (03:25). They discuss Jack Spade’s continued struggles with balancing his wrestling career and personal life, the hope for Staci’s character to remain independent, where Crystal’s story line will go from here, and more. Also, they take a step behind the curtain as they are joined by the episode’s director, Peter Segal (42:38). They discuss how his past work in comedy contributes to the series, the wrestling lingo, the difficulties he faced while shooting the show, as well as the process of shooting the episode’s match with Jack and Crystal. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh Guest: Peter Segal Producer: Jessie Lopez Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After opening the podcast with a Misshattan check-in and a geography lesson, Rosenberg and Dip discuss the following on today’s episode: A new wrinkle to the suit contest that’s much more inclusive (12:10) The new Cody Rhodes documentary (26:30) Whether Paul Heyman or Bobby Heenan is the GOAT of professional wrestling managers (27:22) Why Rosenberg thinks we’re on the verge of a MJF babyface run (51:02) And the guys take a peek into mailbag (55:08)! You don't want to miss it. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back to guide you through another loaded week of professional wrestling with a plethora of predictions and reactions to all things happening in the squared circle. Today’s topics include: -the latest in the world of Vince McMahon controversy (06:00) -Adam Cole vs. MJF being made official for ‘All In’ (10:00) -‘SummerSlam’ predictions (26:00) Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy SummerSlam week! Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show with their favorite SummerSlam memories and then celebrate the 31st anniversary of Ron Simmons winning the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Afterward, they discuss the following headlines: The Elite signing new multi-year contracts with AEW (7:16) Paul Heyman claiming he is the greatest manager of all time (14:30) Booker T saying Main Event Mafia should have been as big as NWO and DX (24:44) Later, in They Said What?!, they get into an epic debate about Peter Rosenberg’s opinion on Roman Reigns and Jey Uso not being the “A story” heading into SummerSlam (32:32). After the break, they react to a few hot takes from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline, including actors crossing over to WWE during the SAG-AFTRA strike, and Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams potentially going their separate ways (46:23). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (61:25) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (63:53). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the days wind down to WWE’s massive ’SummerSlam’ event in Detroit, Rosenberg and SGG discuss the following on today’s episode: Rosenberg’s announcement regarding a special ‘Cheap Heat’ contest and how you can enter for a chance to win a MAJ prize (11:57) Just a few weeks into their marriage, Misshattan has already left Rosenberg (15:45) The Battle Royal match that Rosenberg and SGG spend way too much time talking about (27:46) An all-MMA rules matchup between Ronda Rousey and Shayna Baszler and what the heck that even means (33:53) If Logan Paul has any chance of finishing his match quickly in Detroit so he can hop on a jet to go support his brother Jake in his boxing fight in Dallas (40:00) Plus, there’s something going on backstage with LA Knight and Troy The Goy has a new book! If you wish to pre-order his wacky self-improvement book, “Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties,” you can get the paperback on Barnes & Noble or the e-book on Amazon. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the best wrestling hugs, following Adam Cole and MJF's hug on AEW Collision. Then they discuss the following: Adam Cole’s many stables (6:30) CM Punk unveiling the AEW World Title he never lost (15:15) Great American Bash Recap (28:45) Santos Escobar vs. Rey Mysterio (35:30) Reactions to Gable Steveson (40:50) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh bring you into the squared circle to recap the entire first season of Starz wrestling drama ‘Heels,’ as well as the first episode of its second season. They go through all the show's characters, explain why the show needs to appeal to more than just hardcore wrestling fans, and discuss expectations for the rest of the second season. Also, the guys give out awards for the Season 2 premiere, including the World Champ (episode’s MVP), the "Holy Shit" Moment (favorite scene), and more. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh Producer: Jessie Lopez Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One of the biggest stars in all of WWE joins Peter Rosenberg on the Friday Something to discuss the following: Why he always wanted to join WWE His return at ‘Money in the Bank' 2023 in London and how it’s breathed a different kind of energy into his career (7:21) How his preparation for Brock Lesnar in 2020 changed McIntyre’s career forever (12:19) Whether he prefers being a heel or face (32:05) And more! Stay maj. Host: Peter Rosenberg Guest: Drew Mcintyre Producers: Brian H. Waters, Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back to help you process another week of wrestling programming. Today’s topics include: ‘Dynamite’ reactions, including an assessment of Jack Perry’s heel turn thus far (05:00) Is the Judgment Day doing too much? (55:00) Gable Steveson’s upcoming pro wrestling debut (1:02:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Khal is back and before the show starts, he rates Brian and David Shoemaker’s fill-in “WORLDWIDE” proclamations. Then, they discuss the following headlines: Bret Hart wanting to work at AEW (4:12) LA Knight’s backstage politicking abilities (13:11) SummerSlam card being locked at nine matches (22:06) Later, in They Said What?!, they get into an epic debate about Peter Rosenberg’s opinion on Adam Cole (32:04). After the break, they react to a few hot takes from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline, including Jade Cargill and the AEW Women’s Division and whether or not Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens are stale. (49:05). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (68:29) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (72:19). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, SGG and Dip get back to pro wrestling discussion. They get into the following: MJF and Adam Cole’s current “friendship” (9:45) Saturday vs. Sunday PLEs (16:40) One last honeymoon rant (19:53) Pro wrestling documentaries (49:50) They close out the show with this week’s Black Power Rankings (53:27) and answer a few questions from the mailbag (57:22). Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Host: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, and Dip Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the show and discuss “reports” around L.A. Knight, Ring of Honor Death Before Dishonor, and the best wrestling dancers. Then Kerm and Brian join in to draft the perfect SummerSlam card based on previous matches! Each must select the following types of matches: World Title Women’s Title Tag Team Wildcard Pick (any type of match) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Jonathan Kermah, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With nothing to do at his honeymoon resort, Rosenberg answers a few questions from the mailbag with a couple of cameos from Misshattan. The wedding aftermath (9:20) Cody’s recent run (20:14) Bobby Lashley and the Street Profits (26:05) The Rock and John Cena returning amid actors and writers strikes (28:30) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back with their insight on another week in the world of professional wrestling. Some of today’s topics include: AEW’s 'Blood and Guts' match last night, and what to expect from the fallout of the match (03:00) MJF and Adam Cole’s dance battle with Daniel Garcia and Sammy Guevara (23:00) This week’s discourse comparing today’s wrestling with the Attitude Era (43:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With Khal out, The Ringer Wrestling authority figure David Shoemaker joins Ben and Brian as they celebrate Dominik Mysterio’s NXT North American Title win. Then, they discuss the following headlines: Seth Rollins says match ratings are “silly” (3:20) WWE has “high interest” in Nick Aldis (10:59) What The Rock and Grayson Waller’s interaction could mean for The Great One (15:30) Later, in They Said What?!, they react to a few hot takes from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline including Judgment Day fatigue, the most underutilized wrestlers, and Brian’s previous take on the NXT and AEW Championships. (21:42). After the break, they discuss whether or not WWE is hotter today than it was during the Attitude Era (36:54). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (46:59) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (50:45). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Hosts: Ben Cruz, David Shoemaker, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, while on his honeymoon, joins SGG and Dip to bring you this week’s edition of Cheap Heat. Hot Pools and Cold showers (4:27) 'Dark Side of the Ring' (13:06) Sonya Deville and Chelsea Green winning the tag titles (24:56) Wrestling art (34:25) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads. Host: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, and Bryan Diperstein Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: Which NBA rookie would you rather have in WWE? Victor Wembanyama or Scoot Henderson? David and Kazeem kick off the show discussing this. Then, they get into the following: L.A. Knight’s promo on 'Smackdown' (8:47) Slammiversary’s video package highlighting Impact Wrestling legends (18:02) Jey Uso superkicks Paul Heyman (28:10) FTR vs. Bullet Club Gold. Match of the year? (36:11) Trinity wins the Knockouts Championship (49:12) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back to jump into another week of wrestling content. Today’s topics include: Dragunov becoming number one contender on ‘NXT’ (08:00) Last night’s ‘Dynamite’ including the unlikely tag team of MJF and Adam Cole (18:30) Our top ten wrestlers that we don’t talk about enough (31:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off a weekend of throwing up the “Ws," Khal and Brian discuss Blerdcon while Ben talks about his time seeing the NBA’s Logan Paul in Las Vegas. Then they discuss the following headlines: Carlito on his way back to WWE (4:31) Big E feeling 100% (10:52) Bully Ray on Keith Lee’s substantial drop-off (16:44) Later, in They Said What?!, they react to a hot take from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline regarding Logan Paul (25:28) and then go back in time to this day in 1998, when WCW Bash at the Beach took place featuring “Hollywood” Hulk Hogan teaming up with Dennis Rodman to face Diamond Dallas Page and Karl Malone (34:27). The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (46:56) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (50:23). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices