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Ep 123A Tragic Weekend and a Major Moment for Roman Reigns | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 123)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with "The King of Sad Style" Dan St. Germain to discuss the passings of Nikolai Volkoff (02:30), "Grandmaster Sexay" Brian Christopher (08:15), and Brickhouse Brown (15:45) before jumping into Brock Lesnar and what Shoemaker called "the most important thing in modern professional wrestling history" (21:30) and the latest happenings on 'Raw' and 'SmackDown' (41:00). Hosted by: David Shoemaker Today's Guest: Dan St. Germain Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 1, 20181h 9m

Ep 122The 'Evolution' Announcement, Hulk Hogan's Reinstatement, and 'SummerSlam' | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 122)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker sits down with Dan Black of the 'Comedians of Wrestling' podcast to discuss the announcement of 'Evolution,' the first all-women pay-per-view (03:30) before talking about the reinstatement of Hulk Hogan into the WWE Hall of Fame (14:15) and looking at how the 'SummerSlam' card is shaping up so far (24:15). Hosted by: David Shoemaker Today's Guest: Dan Black Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 26, 201859 min

Ep 121Brock Bum Rushes the UFC and 'Extreme Rules' Predictions | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 121)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling discuss Brock Lesnar's scuffle at UFC 226 (03:00) before making a big announcement (23:30) and wrapping up the show with their 'Extreme Rules' predictions (35:30). Hosted by: David Shoemaker and Dave Schilling Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 11, 201852 min

Ep 120Open Mike Eagle on "Team Hell No" Reuniting, the Universal Title Situation, and Nakamura's Dog Bite | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 120)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Open Mike Eagle team up to discuss the bizarre Universal Championship picture (04:00), Kane returning to Daniel Bryan's side (14:00), Shinsuke Nakamura being attacked by a police dog (23:45), Bayley turning on Sasha Banks (34:45), and more! Hosted by: David Shoemaker Guest: Open Mike Eagle Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 27, 201854 min

Ep 119Remembering Vader, Big Cass Released, and Ronda Rousey's Success | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 119)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling to pay tribute to the late, great Big Van Vader (01:30), before diving into the news of Big Cass's release from WWE (10:00), the results from 'Money in the Bank' (22:30), Ronda Rousey continuing to impress (29:15), and the fantastic resetting of 'Raw' and 'SmackDown Live' (32:15). Hosted by: David Shoemaker and Dave Schilling Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 20, 201850 min

Ep 118'Money in the Bank' Predictions and the End of CM Punk's MMA Career | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 118)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling get together to debate CM Punk's future following his second loss in the UFC (02:30), before running through their predictions for this Sunday's 'Money in the Bank' PPV (14:00) and the odds for the two "ladder matches" (35:00). They wrap up the show with a review of NJPW's 'Dominion' (48:00). Hosted by: David Shoemaker and Dave Schilling Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 13, 201852 min

Ep 117CM Punk and Colt Cabana's Victory and the Return of Shawn Michaels | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 117)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling celebrate Ahmed Johnson’s birthday by watching a highlight reel of his (01:45) before discussing CM Punk and Colt Cabana’s trial (19:00), what a return would mean for Shawn Michaels's legacy (30:30), the "Constable of 'Raw'" (39:00), the AJ Styles–Shinsuke Nakamura contract signing (53:30), and more. Hosted by: David Shoemaker and Dave Schilling Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 7, 20181h 0m

Ep 116WWE and Fox (Round 2), WWE Burner Accounts, and the Long Road to 'Money in the Bank' | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 116)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling discuss possible WWE Twitter burner accounts (02:00), Sasha Banks winning the disappointing gauntlet match (10:15), the alleged leaked "writer's in-ring promo checklist" (13:15), Bobby Roode cheering on Braun Strowman (22:15), the angle between Sami Zayn and Bobby Lashley (29:00), and the latest on the WWE's deal with Fox (53:00). Hosted by: David Shoemaker and Dave Schilling Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 30, 20181h 4m

Ep 115All In on John Cena's Romance and WWE's TV Deal With Fox | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 115)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling sit down to discuss John Cena's heartfelt appearance on 'Today' (02:00), how the massive television deal between WWE and Fox could change the landscape of sports entertainment (09:30), the latest happenings on 'Raw' and 'SmackDown Live!' (34:00), and even more! Hosted by: David Shoemaker and Dave Schilling Produced by: Jim Cunningham Brought to you by: The Ringer Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 24, 201854 min

Ep 114Ronda Rousey Gets a Title Shot, Big Heat for Big Cass, and Styles vs. Nakamura | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 114)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and "The Silverlake Heartthrob" Steve Kazee team up to break down Nia Jax challenging Ronda Rousey (02:30), the rumors surrounding Big Cass's backstage heat at 'SmackDown Live' (12:30), the ladder matches at 'Money in the Bank' (28:00), and what the stipulation for AJ Styles's match with Nakamura will be (36:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 16, 201846 min

Ep 113Fixing Roman Reigns and the Backlash to 'Backlash' | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 113)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling and "The Silver Lake Heartthrob" Steve Kazee to look at what the WWE needs to do with Roman Reigns (03:00) before running through the 'Backlash' results (16:30) and how 'Money In the Back' is shaping up (33:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 9, 201856 min

Ep 112Bill Simmons on Booking Braun, the Roman Reigns Surprise, and 'Backlash' | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 112)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with HBO and The Ringer's Bill Simmons to break down 'The Greatest Royal Rumble' (01:45), the surprisingly enjoyable Roman Reigns title chase (07:45), booking Braun Strowman (15:00), missing managers (24:00), the future of WWE television (37:00), the Hall of Fame (44:00), and the card for 'Backlash' (51:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 2, 20181h 6m

Ep 111The Greatest 'Greatest Royal Rumble' Preview | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 111)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling and Dan Black of 'The Comedians of Wrestling' to look ahead at this Friday's 'Greatest Royal Rumble' PPV (01:30). They discuss the women of the WWE not working the show (04:00), the first-ever 50-man 'Royal Rumble' match (11:15), Brock Lesnar vs. Roman Reigns in a steel-cage match for the Universal title (30:45), the Undertaker taking on Rusev in a casket match (38:00), John Cena facing Triple H (40:30), and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 26, 201853 min

Ep 110Remembering Bruno Sammartino, John Cena's Breakup, and the Superstar Shakeup | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 110)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling discuss the passing of WWE legend Bruno Sammartino (01:45), Chris Jericho replacing Rusev in his match against the Undertaker at 'The Greatest Royal Rumble' (09:15), and the end of John Cena and Nikki Bella's relationship (12:00). Then they dive into the Superstar Shakeup (15:00), Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn joining 'Raw' (20:00), Ronda Rousey's next foe (31:30), the Shawn Michaels–Kevin Nash Reboot (40:15), the biggest additions to 'SmackDown Live!' (43:30), and the Bullet Club (54:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 19, 20181h 16m

Ep 109Reliving 'WrestleMania,' Rousey Takes Over, and Lesnar Retains | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 109)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling and "Mr. Pitch Perfect" Skylar Astin to break down all of the action from the last week in wrestling including Roman Reigns's stunning loss to Brock Lesnar (03:00), Ronda Rousey's surprising performance (17:15), a turn for Shinsuke Nakamura against A.J. Styles (24:15), and John Cena getting his match with the Undertaker (29:00). Then they discuss 'NXT TakeOver: New Orleans' (54:00), the new additions to the WWE main roster (01:01:30), and wrap up the show with Daniel Bryan's return to the ring (01:15:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 12, 20181h 28m

Ep 108'WrestleMania' Preview: Booing Ronda Rousey and Expecting the Undertaker | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 108)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling join forces with Nick Mundy from 'The Team Tiger Awesome Show' to discuss which 'NXT Takeover: New Orleans' match they are looking forward to most (07:25) before jumping into 'WrestleMania' questions on Braun Strowman's partner (13:00), who needs the Intercontinental Championship the most (29:30), what to expect from the Charlotte Flair match with Asuka (33:30), whether Ronda Rousey will bet booed (38:00), will anyone turn heel in Daniel Bryan's return (43:00), if A.J. Styles taking on Shinsuke Nakamura will be the fight of the night (49:00), the fallout after Brock Lesnar–Roman Reigns (52:00), whether Undertaker will wrestle John Cena (01:06:30), and more. You can find the official Ringer merch store here: http://bit.ly/ringershop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 4, 20181h 22m

Ep 107Ronda Rousey Comes Undone, Daniel Bryan's Continued Success, and the McMahons Stealing Headlines | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 107)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling are joined by comedian Mike Lawrence to break down the lack of story line between the Undertaker and John Cena (03:00), why Daniel Bryan may be the last true underdog (10:30), Shane McMahon's vacation debacle (20:00), and Triple H and Stephanie McMahon's 'WrestleMania' preparation (23:00). Then, they discuss why Ronda Rousey's skills seems to be trending backward (32:00) before reading a passage of fan fiction about Stephanie McMahon (51:00) and running through the card for 'WrestleMania 34' (01:02:15). You can find the official Ringer merch store here: http://bit.ly/ringershop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 29, 20181h 19m

Ep 106Celebrating Daniel Bryan's Return, Braun's Best Options, and a Shadowy WWE Universe | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 106)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling rejoice over Daniel Bryan's clearance to wrestle again (01:45) and ponder what his role will be at 'WrestleMania' and beyond (18:15). Then they discuss Braun Strowman's potential tag team partner (32:30), and the Ultimate Deletion match (48:15). They wrap up by guessing how long the WWE has been planning Daniel Bryan's return and giving their ideal scenario for his comeback match (01:01:00). Read David Shoemaker's article on Daniel Bryan's return here: https://t.co/SVoAkAMVrP Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 22, 20181h 9m

Ep 105Switching Gears From 'Fastlane' to the Road to 'WrestleMania' | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 105)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and comedian Dan St. Germain of 'Total F'n Marks' get together for a "loser leaves town" podcast where they cover the biggest takeaways from 'Fastlane' (01:30), the beatdown Shane McMahon received from Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens (09:30), and Ronda Rousey's upcoming debut (13:00) before looking ahead to the matches booked for 'WrestleMania' (29:00). Read Kenny Herzog's article on the Xavier Woods bump here: https://t.co/vvK73rNOyZ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 15, 20181h 9m

Ep 104Deconstructing Cody Rhodes and Forecasting 'Fastlane' | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 104)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling are joined by writer Mike Piellucci to discuss Cody Rhodes's WWE departure (01:45), his future in the wrestling business (14:00), and Dusty Rhodes's passing (19:15). Then comedian Dan St. Germain of the podcast 'Total F'n Marks' calls in to discuss the Riott Squad's role at 'Fastlane' (30:15) and the Six-Pack Challenge Match (37:00). They wrap up the show by talking about the process that young wrestlers go through to become WWE superstars (42:30) and give their predictions for this Sunday's pay-per-view (55:15). Read Mike Piellucci's piece on Cody Rhodes here: https://t.co/gz6B4ih172 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 8, 20181h 17m

Ep 103Booking Ronda Rousey, 'WrestleMania' Speculation, and 'Elimination Chamber' Fallout With Skylar Astin | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 103)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling and actor "Stone Cold" Skylar Astin to look ahead to Roman Reigns facing Brock Lesnar at 'WrestleMania 34' (02:00) and break down John Cena's promo on 'Raw Talk' (07:00). Then they discuss the Women's Elimination Chamber match (22:30), the need for new factions in the WWE (27:00), how to repair "Broken" Matt Hardy (33:00), Braun Strowman's frustrating loss at 'Elimination Chamber' (38:00), and what to do with Ronda Rousey (43:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 1, 20181h 5m

Ep 102‘205 Live’ vs. ‘SmackDown,’ ‘Elimination Chamber,’ and ‘WrestleMania’ Speculations | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 102)

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The Ringer’s David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report’s Dave Schilling sit down to catch up on the latest in wrestling news (01:30), compare ‘205 Live’ and ‘SmackDown’ (06:40), and preview ‘Elimination Chamber’ (30:36). Then, they give their official picks for who will be the main event at ‘WrestleMania’ (53:54). More on Elimination Chamber Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 23, 20181h 0m

All-Star Counterparts With Trey Kerby | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 101)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling are joined by Trey Kerby of 'The Starters' to compare this year's NBA All-Stars to their WWE superstar equivalent, including Kevin Owens (07:00), Braun Strowman (09:00), Roman Reigns (16:30), A.J. Styles (22:00), Seth Rollins (29:30), Shinsuke Nakamura (34:30), and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 16, 201849 min

Shane's 'Mania Match, a New WWE Reality Show, and 'Elimination Chamber' Ideas | The Masked Man Show (Ep. 100)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling celebrate their 100th episode by discussing Shane McMahon's promo regarding Daniel Bryan's injury (02:45) and what it means for 'WrestleMania' (06:30), the Miz's new contract (12:45), which wrestlers deserve a reality show (18:00), Booker T wanting to fight Corey Graves (23:15), Dave Meltzer reporting that John Cena isn't happy with booking (29:30), possible 'Elimination Chamber' main event scenarios (31:30), fantasy booking for Braun Strowman and Seth Rollins (40:30), the Liv Morgan experiment (56:30), and a trip down memory lane (01:06:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 8, 20181h 11m

Open Mike Eagle on the Fantastic 'NXT TakeOver' and 'Royal Rumble' (Ep. 99)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling sit down with hip-hop artist Open Mike Eagle to discuss 'NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia' (05:00), the debut of Drake Maverick (14:00), the Women's Royal Rumble match (17:30), the WWE's plans for Ronda Rousey (25:15), the Men's Royal Rumble match (30:00), Jonathan Coachman's return (44:00), the new graphics on 'SmackDown' (53:30), and Kenny Omega's loss (01:00:15). Then Dan St. Germain of the 'Total F'N Marks' podcast calls in to discuss his favorite moments from the 'Rumble' (01:02:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 1, 20181h 17m

A Procession of Legends, and the Greatest and Most Disappointing Night in Wrestling (Ep. 98)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling to break down the 25th anniversary of 'Raw' (01:00), complaints from the people in each venue (04:30), the Undertaker's vague promo (10:00), the DX reunion (12:45), Vince McMahon and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's segment (18:00), the glaring misuse of Bruce Prichard (23:30), and the Miz defeating Roman Reigns for the IC title (27:00). Then, they analyze some 'Royal Rumble' gambling odds (34:15) before giving their predictions (49:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 25, 20181h 0m

Royal Rumblings and 'Raw 25' Speculations (Ep. 97)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling and actor Skylar Astin to discuss Paige's injury (05:15), the WWE's newest talent acquisitions (09:30), Bobby Roode's U.S. Championship Tournament win (18:30), rumors for the Royal Rumble (22:00), Braun Strowman flipping over a semi (27:45), and WWE's Top 10 Moments in 'Raw' History (33:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 18, 201855 min

Bruce Prichard Invades 'The Masked Man Show'! (Ep. 96)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by Nick Mundy from 'The Team Tiger Awesome Show' to discuss Jason Jordan's importance to Roman Reigns (01:30), concerns about 'WrestleMania' (07:00), and the return of the Bálor/Bullet Club and the Miz (12:00). Then Bruce Prichard of 'Something to Wrestle With Bruce Prichard' joins the show to talk about his return to the WWE for the 25th anniversary of 'Raw' (16:30), the method to planning the madness that is a 'Royal Rumble' (23:30), his favorite recurring "spots" from the 'Rumble' (35:30), the biggest screw up that no one noticed during a 'Royal Rumble' (39:45), and turning Hulk Hogan heel (44:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 11, 20181h 7m

'Wrestle Kingdom 12' and Bullet Club Rekindlings (Ep. 95)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's David Schilling ring in 2018 by remembering Mt. Fiji from GLOW (03:00) before discussing Kenny Omega and Chris Jericho's match at 'Wrestle Kingdom 12' (12:15), Finn Bálor and the problem with babyface stables (24:30), the feud between Asuka and Alexa Bliss on 'Raw' (31:30), and "Psychic Shoemaker" (41:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 5, 201851 min

The 2017 Masked Man Show Awards (Ep. 94)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's David Schilling wrap up the year by giving out some awards, like Worst Story Line (04:00), Worst Promo (09:15), Best Heel (24:00), Promo of the Year (28:00), Wrestler of the Year (47:45), Match of the Year (59:30), and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 27, 20171h 15m

Royal Rumors and Reactions (Ep. 93)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling are joined by comedian Mike Mulloy to discuss rumors of the XFL's return (02:45), the passing of "The Z-Man" Tom Zenk (12:15), the announcement of the Women's Royal Rumble match (18:45), 'Clash of the Champions' (33:30), Rusev's potential (47:45), and the speculation surrounding Ricochet and War Machine's debut (53:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 21, 20171h 10m

The Most Prestigious Preview Pod Of All-Time (Ep. 92)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker, Bleacher Report's David Schilling, and comedian Mike Lawrence kick off the show by discussing the lead up to the Kenny Omega-Chris Jericho match at 'Wrestle Kingdom 12' (02:45) and the WWE's 'Mixed Match Challenge' (16:00). Then "the King of Sad Style" Dan St. Germain invades the show to talk about the "Yep Movement" (19:45) and to preview 'Clash of Champions' (24:30). They wrap up the show by breaking down the controversial ending to the "number one contender match" between Braun Strowman and Kane (42:15), the value of fighting Triple H (50:30), the Bray Wyatt and "Woken" Matt Hardy packages video (54:00), the latest happenings on 'Raw' (59:15), and finally, make predictions for this Sunday's PPV (01:06:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 14, 20171h 20m

The Masked Man Field Trip to 'Raw' (Ep. 91)

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Fresh off a field trip to 'Raw,' The Ringer's David Shoemaker, Bleacher Report's David Schilling, and "The Silver Lake Heartthrob" Steve Kazee get together to discuss their experience on Monday night (02:00), whether Matt Hardy will be booked properly (04:00), the rise in WWE's stock price (14:00), Paige's legitimate gripe (18:45), marks buying T-shirts (30:00), Samoa Joe's role (38:30), and embarrassing entrance music (01:05:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dec 7, 20171h 15m

Thankful, Not Thankful (Ep. 90)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling break down Shoemaker's list of grievances (02:00). They discuss Paige's return (05:00), new Intercontinental champion Roman Reigns (24:15), "Broken" Matt Hardy (32:30), Daniel Bryan's heel turn on 'SmackDown' (38:30), and the WWE's handling of 'Starrcade' (53:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 30, 201758 min

Reactions to 'WarGames' and 'Survivor Series' (Ep. 89)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and "The Silver Lake Heartthrob" Steve Kazee team up to discuss Drew McIntyre's injury (02:30), the return of the 'WarGames' match (08:15), and their favorite match from the NXT card on Saturday night (17:30). Then, they move their focus to the 'Survivor Series' (24:00), the misuse of Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn in the main event (26:30), the New Day losing to the Shield (42:00), how Asuka was booked (38:30), the T-shirt debacle (45:15), and Brock Lesnar's win over A.J. Styles (55:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 21, 20171h 4m

Farewell, Ellsworth (Ep. 88)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker reunites with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling to break down the release of James Ellsworth (03:00), the return of several superstars to WWE television (07:00), the end of the Mega-Maniacs (10:00), and the overarching storylines between 'Raw' and 'SmackDown' (13:00) before wrapping up the show by previewing 'Survivor Series' (21:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 16, 20171h 2m

Circling Back on 'Nature Boy' With Steve Kazee (Ep. 87)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with "The Silverlake Heartthrob" Steve Kazee to discuss the two biggest storylines in the WWE (01:30), Chris Jericho's challenge to Kenny Omega at 'Wrestle Kingdom 12' (04:45), and ESPN's 30 for 30 documentary 'Nature Boy' (10:45) before previewing 'Survivor Series' (24:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 9, 201753 min

Elated by 'Raw' With Nick Mundy (Ep. 86)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker joins up with Nick Mundy from The Team Tiger Awesome Show to discuss the return of Stephanie McMahon (02:30), the 'Survivor Series' card taking form (09:00), Kane squashing on 'Raw' (15:00), the Miz's value to the WWE as a heel (19:15), Rusev expanding his vocabulary (21:00), and Daniel Bryan's future (31:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 1, 201742 min

2 Sweet 2 Furious (Ep. 85)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling break down Kurt Angle's performance at 'TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs' (03:00), the Jeff Jarrett rumor (11:30), Asuka's debut (16:00), what A.J. Styles and Finn Bálor's "Too Sweet" hand gesture means in the WWE universe (21:00), and the invasion by 'SmackDown' superstars (29:45). Then they speculate about who will represent the brands at 'Survivor Series' (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 25, 201748 min

The ONLY 'TLC' Preview (Ep. 84)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling square up to discuss the news that Jinder Mahal will face Brock Lesnar at 'Survivor Series' (05:00), Kane's return on 'Raw' (12:30), the WWE mass-exodus rumors (15:00), the undeniable chemistry between Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens on 'SmackDown!' (26:00), and predictions for 'TLC: Tables, Ladders & Chairs' (33:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 18, 201749 min

Rumors and Reunions (Ep. 83)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling address the Neville rumors (02:00), the Shield reunion (13:00), the Sami Zayn–Kevin Owens promo (20:00), and the stellar cage matches from 'Hell in a Cell' (22:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 11, 201736 min

Remembering Lance Russell and Previewing 'Hell in a Cell' (Ep. 82)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling honor the late Lance Russell (04:00) before diving into the match between Braun Strowman and Seth Rollins (12:00), a new (old) gimmick for Mickie James (19:30), Sister Abigail's debut (26:00), and a reunion for the Shield (29:15). Then they predict the winners for 'Hell in a Cell' (36:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 4, 201756 min

'No Mercy' Fallout and Looking Ahead to 'Hell in a Cell' (Ep. 81)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling wrestle with the overuse of the "this is awesome!" chant (02:00), Cesaro getting his teeth knocked up into his gums (12:00), the finisher conundrum (18:00), and the familiar end to Brock Lesnar and Braun Strowman's match (27:00). Then, they move on to the booking of Enzo (30:30), Bobby Roode's glorious return (40:30), and the 'Hell in a Cell' card (44:30). They wrap up by answering some Twitter questions (49:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 28, 20171h 1m

Remembering Bobby "The Brain" Heenan and Previewing 'No Mercy' (Ep. 80)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker, Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling, and the 'Rough Hang' podcast's Dan St. Germain discuss the passing of Bobby "The Brain" Heenan (02:00), and the two biggest matches coming up at 'No Mercy' (11:00). Then, Shoemaker and Schilling dive into the importance of Bobby Heenan in the 1980s (19:30), the tribute video package from Monday (22:30), and Heenan's incredible heel commentary (24:15). Finally, they wrap up by breaking down Jinder Mahal's promo on 'SmackDown' (33:30) and predicting each match from the 'No Mercy' card (43:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 20, 20171h 4m

The Head Butt Heard Round the Universe (Ep. 79)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker sits down with Joel Solomon to discuss the Mae Young Classic (02:00), Kevin Owens's vicious assault of Vince McMahon (11:00), the problem with working shoots (29:00), and the Miz abusing Enzo on the mic (35:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 13, 201754 min

The Big Exits (Ep. 78)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling dive into Jeff Jarrett's departure of GFW (01:15), what JBL's absence will mean to the 'SmackDown!' announce team (09:00), the Big Show's final match (18:00), Kevin Owens's death wish on Shane (36:00), and the resurrection of Vince McMahon (41:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 6, 20171h 0m

Promos, Injuries, and a Parade of Jobbers (Ep. 77)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by Dave "Vinnie Vegas" Schilling to grapple with Rosemary's injury sustained at the hands of Sexy Star (03:00), the biggest work-shoot promo of the past five years (07:00), what the WWE should do with Roman Reigns going forward (11:30), if the Samoa Joe injury this weekend caused the WWE to pivot to the Cena-Roman feud (19:45), Brock Lesnar's mic skills (28:00), Sasha's inability to defend her title (32:00), and another great 'SmackDown!' (39:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 30, 201743 min

Mayweather-McGregor Preview With Brian Campbell and Chuck Mindenhall (Ep. 76)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by CBS Sports boxing analyst Brian Campbell to discuss the excitement level in Las Vegas (02:00), who benefits from the switch to eight-ounce gloves (07:00), the boxing media's reaction (12:30), and what will happen after the fight (21:00). Then MMA analyst Chuck Mindenhall calls in to talk about a Floyd Mayweather sighting (37:00), boxing and MMA colliding (39:00), the future for Conor McGregor if he wins (49:00), and what could be the most exciting moment in sports history (59:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 24, 20171h 4m

Bash at the Beachball (Ep. 75)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by former WWE creative Andrew Goldstein to discuss four nights in Brooklyn (02:30), a huge angle in NXT (07:45), fans and their beach balls (27:15), Big Cass's injury (40:30), the 'No Mercy' matchup between Brock Lesnar and Braun Strowman (47:15), and Bobby Roode's debut at 'SmackDown' (50:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 23, 201754 min

'NXT Takeover: Brooklyn III' and 'SummerSlam' With "Stat Guy" Greg (Ep. 74)

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The Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Greg "The Virgin" Hyde of 'Cheap Heat' to break down Cesaro's blood feud with a beach ball (02:00), Asuka's future (06:00), the end of Baron Corbin (14:00), Enzo's backstage heat (22:00), the biggest pop of the night (29:30), Braun Strowman's feats of strength (34:30), and the lack of Undertaker (38:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 21, 201744 min