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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The 2017 Masked Man Show Awards (Ep. 94)
EThe 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

Royal Rumors and Reactions (Ep. 93)
EThe 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

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

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

Thankful, Not Thankful (Ep. 90)
EThe 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

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

Farewell, Ellsworth (Ep. 88)
EThe 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

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

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

2 Sweet 2 Furious (Ep. 85)
EThe 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

The ONLY 'TLC' Preview (Ep. 84)
EThe 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

Rumors and Reunions (Ep. 83)
EThe 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

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

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

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

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

The Big Exits (Ep. 78)
EThe 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

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

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

Bash at the Beachball (Ep. 75)
EThe 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

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

The Homestretch on the Street to 'SummerSlam' (Ep. 73)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling start the show by breaking down New Japan Pro-Wrestling's 'G1 Climax 27' tournament (02:00) and the issues faced when accidentally attending a '205 Live' taping (08:00). Then, Nick Munday (finally) joins the show to discuss Baron Corbin's failed cash-in on 'SmackDown!' (18:30), a reboot episode of 'Raw' (30:00), and predictions for this Sunday's big PPV event (40:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Street to ‘SummerSlam’ (Ep. 72)
EThe Ringer’s David Shoemaker tags up with Bleacher Report’s Dave Schilling to discuss a Chris Taylor rabbit hole (03:00), why John Cena and Baron Corbin are fighting (12:00), the backstage code of honor (14:00), booing Bayley (20:00), Finn Bálor’s bravery (26:30), reuniting the Shield and the Bullet Club (29:45), the A.J. Styles–Kevin Owens–Shane McMahon segment (39:45), Jinder Mahal and Shinsuke Nakamura in the main event (45:30), and the MASSIVE “Fatal 4-way” main event (51:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Songs, Brock vs. "Bones," and Shaping 'SummerSlam' With Ryan Satin (Ep. 71)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Dave Schilling are joined by ProWrestlingSheet.com's Ryan Satin to discuss rumors about the WWE Network (05:00), Hannibal Buress's wrestling song (12:30), Elias Samson losing his last name (15:00), new entrance music for Big Cass and Jason Jordan (22:00), Jon Jones challenging Brock Lesnar (28:00), and what SummerSlam looks like at this point (31:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Botched Finish (Ep. 70)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and "The Birthday Boy" Dave Schilling discuss their favorite moments from 'Battleground' (03:00), a John Cena rumor (07:30), the 'SmackDown' women's division (13:00), the return of the Great Khali (18:15), the "botch of all botches" (25:00), Braun Strowman's haircut (40:00), and the feud between Finn Bálor and Elias Samson (45:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Lucas Brothers on 'Battleground' and Kurt Angle's Secret (Ep. 69)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling are joined by comedians the Lucas Brothers to discuss Shane McMahon's helicopter crash (02:00), John Cena's promo (05:30), the "Punjabi Prison Match" (12:30), and what to do with Rusev (18:00), and their projected winners for Sunday (24:30). Then they dive into the Kurt Angle–Jason Jordan angle (33:00), Braun Strowman's push (42:00), the cancellation of 'Talking Smack' (47:45), the story of Demolition (50:00), and the Four Horsemen (52:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Del Rio's Suspension, PPV Breakdown, and 'SummerSlam' Speculation (Ep. 68)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling to discuss the suspension of Alberto Del Rio (01:00), Samoa Joe's performance at "Great Balls of Fire" (05:30), Braun Strowman's "ambulance match" (11:30), the Hardy Boyz losing the "Iron Man match" (22:00), a great episode of 'SmackDown' (32:00), the conundrum of the New Day (35:30), the best entrance since the Undertaker (37:30), and Kurt Angle's mysterious love interest (42:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking the Fourth Wall and the Return of John Cena (Ep. 67)
EThe Ringer’s David Shoemaker, Bleacher Report’s Dave Schilling, and "The King of Sad Style" Dan St. Germain join forces to discuss Kazuchika Okada’s performance in the New Japan Pro Wrestling G1 Special (5:00), the Young Bucks' breaking of the fourth wall (8:30), whether Kenny Omega could succeed in the WWE (13:30), the xenophobic overtones of John Cena’s feud with Rusev (21:10), the rap battle between the New Day and the Usos on ‘Smackdown Live’ (23:15), predictions for the upcoming ‘Great Balls of Fire’ pay-per-view (29:25), and the title match of Brock Lesnar vs. Samoa Joe (43:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Great LaVar Ball of Fire With Tony Schiavone (Ep. 66)
EThe Ringer’s David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling are joined by “The Silverlake Heartthrob” Steve Kazee to discuss LaVar Ball's appearance on “Raw” (04:45), Samoa Joe choking out Brock Lesnar (14:15), Finn Balor and the Hardys (20:00), Braun throwing Roman at an ambulance (20:45), the gauntlet match (24:30), the “Money In The Bank” rematch (28:30), and the return of the “Punjabi Prison Match” (35:00). Then, Tony Schiavone of “What Happened When” joins the show to discuss the most surprising moment during his announcing days in WCW (40:00), the value of the world title today (44:30), how podcasting has changed his life (48:00), what he learned working under Bruce Prichard (57:00), whether the NWA/WCW gets enough respect on the WWE Network (01:06:00), and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Getting to the Bottom of Things With Zach Linder (Ep. 65)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker is joined by former WWE.com writer Zach Linder to discuss meeting WWE Hall of Famer/POTUS Donald Trump (02:00), James Ellsworth's impact at 'Money in the Bank' (09:30), when the New Day should break up (18:00), Lana's debut against Naomi (20:00), Triple H and the Ring of Honor influence (30:00), the Jinder Mahal era (37:50), Baron Corbin's new briefcase (41:00), the breakup of Enzo and Cass (49:00), "the night that changed wrestling" with Kevin Nash (53:00), and Mauro Ranallo's return (56:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chicanery in the Bank With Mike Lawrence (Ep. 64)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling team up with 'Roast Battle' winner Mike Lawrence to discuss the women's ladder match at 'Money in the Bank' (08:00), the Usos vs. the New Day (16:00), what to do with Shinsuke Nakamura (24:00), the reveal of the Bear's identity on 'Raw' (42:30), and the pull-apart brawl between Brock Lesner and Samoa Joe (47:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A "Cheap Heat" Reunion With Peter Rosenberg (Ep. 63)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling are joined by Shoemaker's former tag-team partner, "Pretty Good" Peter Rosenberg, to discuss the scariest wrestlers in real life (02:00), the "Fatal 5-Way" match at 'Extreme Rules' (06:30), the Dean-Miz feud on 'Raw' (14:00), whether or not Roman Reigns is a heel (19:00), when the Rock will return (24:45), and the median ages of wrestling fans (33:30) and then answer Twitter questions (38:15). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Interviews From "Parts Unknown," Part II, With Kevin Owens and A.J. Styles (Ep. 62)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report’s Dave Schilling return with the second installment from “parts unknown,” where they exchange words with Kevin Owens about his training and his last "Ladder War" with El Generico (03:00), and discuss boy bands and finally joining the WWE with A.J. Styles (18:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Extreme Rules, WCW, and Loving Alexa Bliss With Nick Mundy (Ep. 61)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker, Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling, and comedian Nick Mundy team up to discuss missing Braun Strowman (04:00), covering indie wrestling (18:30), the future of Dean Ambrose (21:30), 'WCW Nitro' under Vince Russo (24:45), and when Finn Bálor will bring back the Demon King (30:00). Then they dive into the 'Extreme Rules' card (38:00) and give their favorites for the "Fatal 5-Way" main event card (51:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Braun Strowman, Sasha Banks, and Shinsuke Nakamura (Ep. 60)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling travel deep into "parts unknown" to exchange words with Braun Strowman (03:00), Sasha Banks (12:00), and Shinsuke Nakamura (25:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Modern-Day Maharaja and 'NXT TakeOver: Chicago' (Ep. 59)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker, Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling, and "The King of Sad Style" Dan St. Germain team up to discuss Jinder Mahal's surprising victory over Randy Orton (04:00), the absence of the elephants (17:00), the babyface tag team of A.J. Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura (27:00), and epic moments from 'NXT TakeOver: Chicago' (29:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Road to 'Backlash' (Ep. 58)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker teams up with Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling to preview 'Backlash' and discuss the connection between Tye Dillinger and Bayley (08:30), Sami Zayn's upcoming match against Baron Corbin on Sunday (15:30), the debut of Shinsuke Nakamura (18:00), Randy Orton's blood feud with indie wrestling (30:00), the three matches that prove there's a bright future for the WWE (40:00), and the injury suffered by Braun Strowman (47:00). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Heart Punches and Braun Strowman's Injury (Ep. 57)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker, Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling, and "The Silver Lake Heartthrob" Steve Kazee team up to discuss Braun Strowman's injury (02:00), teaching wrestlers how to act (10:00), 'Raw' in London (15:00), Jinder Mahal (30:30), and Nakamura's insults on 'SmackDown' (35:45). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'Payback' Fallout, X-Pac Arrest, and the Horrible House of Horrors (Ep. 56)
EThe Ringer's David Shoemaker and Bleacher Report's Dave Schilling team up to discuss the rumors regarding Billy Corgan purchasing the NWA (02:00), Sean Waltman's arrest (09:00), and a pretty good PPV in 'Payback' (10:30). Then they start to look ahead and guess what we will see at 'SummerSlam' (31:30). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices