The Ringer Wrestling Show

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Between the two men’s world title matches at SummerSlam, which gets the bigger POP (0:39)? David and the returning Kaz kick off the show by recapping Chelsea Green’s appearance as the fill-in host for Thursday’s show. Then they get into the following headlines: Stephanie Vaquer joins WWE (9:23) Solo Sikoa will face Cody Rhodes at SummerSlam (21:23) Should WWE hold back from announcing Roman Reigns for SummerSlam (28:23)? Which match at SummerSlam will get the crowd hyped the most (35:49)? Two huge AEW title matches set for All In (60:12) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famiyude Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David needs a fill-in cohost for Kaz on this episode and finds an epic one in WWE superstar Chelsea Green, after her incredible Money in the Bank weekend. She discusses the following: Inter-gender wrestling (8:35) Whether she’s actually afraid of heights or not (9:33) The current state of women’s wrestling (20:53) Wanting to wrestle celebrities (35:23) The potential WWE women’s mid-card title (43:50) Which independent women’s wrestler she wants to see in ‘NXT’ next (45:33) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Host: David Shoemaker Guest: Chelsea Green Producer: Brian H. Waters Executive Producer: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian welcome back David Shoemaker this week after a drama-filled ‘Monday Night Raw.’ They fire up the mics and get into the following headlines: Rhea Ripley returns—was the Liv-Dom drama worth it? (03:03) Seth Rollins–CM Punk feud reloading (13:34) Sonya Deville returns, will we see a women’s mid-card title soon? (27:45) After the break, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for They Said What?! and react to a couple of hot takes from you—the people—regarding WWE’s history of five-star matches, then rank John Cena’s greatest opponents (41:26). Finally, the guys preview Tuesday’s ‘NXT’ (65:45). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Is John Cena on the Mount Rushmore of WWE? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing John Cena’s retirement announcement and where he ranks among the all-time WWE greats (1:03). Then they discuss the following from the weekend: Solo Sikoa pinning Cody Rhodes (9:22) The men’s Money in the Bank (14:51) CM Punk costs Drew McIntyre the World Title again (23:35) The women’s Money in the Bank (32:27) WWE retiring John Cena’s jorts and hanging up their own banners in every town (38:27) Ethan Page wins the NXT World Title (59:08) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz welcome Bron Breakker to the show ahead of his WWE Intercontinental Title match at Money in the Bank (12:53). He talks about his NFL scouting reports (16:22), the Bron Cam (19:30), comparing football to the WWE Performance Center (22:22), and more! Then, they share their official predictions for this year’s Money in the Bank (40:35) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Bron Breakker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian immediately fire up the mics after ‘Monday Night Raw’ for instant reactions. First, Ben kicks off the pod with a bit of a therapy session after Klay Thompson left his Golden State Warriors. He asks Khal and Brian about times when a wrestler left a company that made them emotional (2:00). Then, they get into the following headlines from 'Monday Night Raw': Who is playing their role better right now: Jey Uso or Solo Sikoa? (12:01) Who would you rather see Gunther face at SummerSlam: Damian Priest or Seth Rollins? (27:13) Power ranking who should win the Money in the Bank briefcases (37:44) Then, after the break, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for “They Said What?!” and react to a couple of hot takes from you, the people, regarding Liv Morgan’s character depth and potential trades from one wrestling company to another (56:28). Finally, the guys preview Tuesday’s NXT Heatwave go-home show (74:48). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on “They Said What?!,” leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the week by recapping a weekend full of grapps! Jalen Brunson and Tyrese Haliburton’s moment on Smackdown at the Garden (2:30) Paul Heyman refusing to acknowledge Solo as the Tribal Chief (10:50) Roman Reigns returning as a babyface (17:04) Could Rikishi return as the new wiseman? (19:54) Swerve Strickland silences the transitional champion crowd with a win over Will Ospreay (31:28) Mercedes Mone wins the NJPW Strong Women’s Title (53:56) WWE Raw Preview (66:48) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David is back from vacation, and Kaz catches him up on what he missed. Then they are joined by NBA agent and lifelong wrestling fan Nate Jones, and they get into the following: Jones discusses getting back into pro wrestling (7:46) Bo Dallas's meeting with Uncle Howdy and his family lineage (11:00) Reactions to the death of WCW and parallels to AEW (26:29) Tyrese Haliburton's, Damian Lillard's, and other NBA players’ wrestling fandom (50:12) Remembering Sika Anoa’i (62:59) Jacob Fatu’s place in the Bloodline (66:27) AEW Forbidden Door preview (75:09) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Nate Jones Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters open the show by speculating on the different ways AEW could bring Shane McMahon into the picture. Then, in Raw Is Headlines, the guys talk about Bo Dallas’s face-to-face with Uncle Howdy, Drew McIntyre’s declaration for Money in the Bank, and whether CM Punk will get his revenge and cost McIntyre ANOTHER match. Plus, is Liv Morgan succeeding in taking everything Rhea Ripley ever worked for? Then, in They Said What?!, the guys take some calls about some of AEW’s recent signings, as well as the Bloodline. And to top it all off, they close with a preview of tonight’s NXT. For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. CHAPTERS: Should Shane McMahon go to AEW? (00:00) The return of Bo Dallas (09:24) Drew McIntyre has declared for a Money in the Bank match (30:36) Liv Morgan’s character work (42:46) They Said What?! (55:22) NXT preview (01:17:50) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kaz welcomes Ringer Wrestling Worldwide’s Khal and Brian to fill in for David, and they kick off the show by discussing AEW’s ratings on Juneteenth (0:45). Then they get into the following headlines from the weekend: The top five Black wrestlers in the 2024 BRP50 (12:25) Drew McIntyre takes out CM Punk in Chicago (18:59) Jacob Fatu debuts on SmackDown and takes out Cody Rhodes (29:36) The Wyatt Sicks 6’s agenda for 'Raw' (42:50) Early Money in the Bank predictions (54:01) Who is more likely to leave AEW Forbidden Door as a double champion, Mercedes Moné or Will Ospreay (64:33)? WWE announces partnership with Indianapolis, which will host an upcoming Royal Rumble, WrestleMania, and SummerSlam (79:27) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Kazeem Famuyide, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which member of the Wyatt Sicks are you cosplaying as the next time you sit in the front row? David and Kaz welcome ESPN’s Marc Raimondi to the show who is the author of ‘Say Hello to the Bad Guys,’ the book on the NWO and how it changed America. They discuss the following: How the NWO book came about (6:48) What fans can expect from the book (9:21) Favorite member of the NWO (13:50) How the NWO is still apart of POP culture (22:09) Then they jump into a few current headlines in pro wrestling including: Swerve’s rivalry with Will Ospreay (29:17) Joe Hendry’s viral moment in ‘NXT’ (41:16) The Wyatt Sicks's debut on ‘Monday Night RAW’ (45:30) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Marc Raimondi Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian immediately fire up the mics after 'Monday Night Raw' for instant reactions. First, Ben kicks off the show with an important question: What is WWE’s travel policy for superstars not wrestling on international PLEs? (looking at you CM Punk and AJ Styles!) Then, they discuss the following: Seth Rollins returns, and will challenge Damian Priest for the world title (6:49) Drew McIntyre quits after CM Punk cost him the world title (18:50) Uncle Howdy debuts with five people, but will it ultimately be the "Wyatt 6"? (28:24) The Intercontinental title picture is stacked (37:25) Dominik Mysterio's best dilemma (38:32) Then, after the break, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for "They Said What?!" and react to a couple of hot takes from you, the people, regarding Bron Breakker and... Brock Lesnar?! (41:25). Finally, the guys preview Tuesday's 'NXT' (46:43). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on "They Said What?!," leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CM Punk Ruins Drew McIntyre’s moment! WWE Clash at the Castle Recap | The Masked Man Show COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you were a kid, what wrestler would you choose to be your father? David and Kaz kick off the show by recapping an incredible main event from WWE Clash at the Castle and discussing how WWE’s production has continued to level up. Then they get into the following: Drew McIntyre's loss makes this a bigger story (5:28) Damian Priest’s breakout match as champion (19:58) Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles’s “I Quit” match (28:51) Roman and Cody teaming up (36:57)? Alba Fyre and Isla Dawn shock the world and become new Women’s Tag Team champions (49:04) An interesting fantasy booking for Money in the Bank (64:24) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing Luka Doncic’s heel tactics in Game 3 of the NBA Finals and pro wrestling comparisons for the game (5:05). Then they discuss what the contracts of some of pro wrestling’s perennial mid-carders, such as Chad Gable and Ricochet, look like (8:34); Gunther’s whereabouts (24:03); and whether Ricochet is being written off or due for a big return (26:00). Then they share their predictions for WWE Clash at the Castle (38:04). Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters begin the show with an essential question: When was the last time your partner looked at you with the same concern that Samantha Irvin looked at Ricochet last night? Then, they welcome Ringer Wrestling tribal chief David Shoemaker for Raw Is Headlines, during which the guys discuss whether WWE is leaning too far into non-wrestling-related Liv Morgan story lines, if Bron Breakker is the biggest heel in WWE right now, and the absence of Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, and Jey Uso last night on ‘Raw.’ Then, in They Said What?!, a listener asks a question about Uncle Howdy. And, before finishing off with an ‘NXT’ preview, the guys ask Shoemaker whether we’ve seen the last of Ricochet in WWE, as well as what his ceiling in AEW would be should he sign there.For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]: Intro (00:00) The way Samantha Irvin looked at Ricochet last night (01:22) WWE’s Liv Morgan story lines (06:20) Finn Bálor’s slight of hand trick (15:38) Is Bron Breakker the biggest heel in WWE right now? (22:50) No Gunther, Jey Uso, or Ludwig Kaiser last night (31:15) Will Ricochet ever appear on ‘Raw’ again? (36:16) They Said What!? (43:30) Ricochet’s potential in AEW (50:40) ‘NXT’ preview (57:29) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the week by discussing reports surrounding Ricochet’s departure from WWE, what his options could be, and how he could possibly reset the market if he becomes a free agent (6:49). Then they discuss NXT Battleground. Kelani Jordan became the first NXT Women's North American Champion (38:13), Roxanne Perez defeated Jordynne Grace (43:25), Trick Williams had his first successful title defense against Ethan Page, and Oba Femi’s future is bright (46:31). They also discuss the possibility of a showdown between Femi and Williams (52:41). Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz look at this weekend’s NXT Battleground. They discuss the WWE-TNA working relationship and the following: The possibility of Jordynne Grace defeating Roxanne for the NXT Women’s Title (10:02) Trick Williams and Black wrestlers in pro wrestling today versus the past (18:55) Ethan Page’s chances of defeating Trick Williams for the NXT Title (26:50) In or Out on long-term title reigns (37:14) They also discuss MJF’s return on AEW Dynamite (58:04) and a few things trending in wrestling news (66:46). Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On a special bonus episode of 'Ringer Wrestling Worldwide,' Ben, Khal, and Brian welcome NXT’s Jaida Parker ahead of her ladder match for the inaugural NXT women's North American championship. She discusses the following: Preparing for her first ladder match (4:26) Her feud with Michin (5:40) “Black Forces Energy” (13:48) Which futbol team she supports (20:16) 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 our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: Jaida Parker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by Ringer Wrestling tribal chief David Shoemaker to react to last night’s episode of ‘Raw’ and a whole lot more. But before they dive into Raw Is Headlines, Ben tells the guys about his time at the Big Time Wrestling indie show in the Bay Area. Then, they discuss Ludwig Kaiser’s potential, whether Bron Breakker, Braun Strowman, or Otis will have a better calendar year, and Jey Uso’s quest to win ‘Money in the Bank.’ Then, in They Said What?!, the guys listen to a hot take from Kaz on yesterday’s ‘Masked Man Show.’ Plus, the crew takes a call about the fallout of the latest WWE draft. For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. CHAPTERS: Intro (00:00) Ben’s time at an indie show (01:28) Ludwig Kaiser’s ceiling (05:55) Better calendar year: Bron Breakker, Braun Strowman, or Otis? (15:34) Jey Uso to win ‘MITB’? (25:55) They Said What?! (33:38) Ringer Wrestling hotline call (44:58) The Hot Tag with David Shoemaker (54:03) ‘NXT’ preview (01:00:32) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: When you look back 20 years from now, who would have had a better NFL career, Brock Lesnar with the Vikings or Gable Steveson with the Bills? (0:35)? David and Kaz look back at the weekend to discuss the following: Kaz’s commentary at Sukeban (5:22) AJ Styles faking his retirement and his continuing feud with Cody Rhodes (8:25) Roman returning and potentially uniting with Cody Rhodes (15:51) Mark Henry not wanting to be the WWE champion after his fake retirement (23:20) WWE’s upcoming free agents: Who is staying and who is leaving (31:34)? They are then joined by NXT champion, Trick Williams, who discusses the following: Working with Sexyy Red (59:00) Ethan Page skipping the line (67:30) Shawn Michaels's Instagram explore page (72:56) Potential crossover matches with TNA Wrestling (77:50) Being Black in pro wrestling right now (80:50) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Trick Williams Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: What kind of gimmick match would Kaz challenge Paul Pierce in? David and Kaz recap a wild crossover week in pro wrestling, including: Mercedes Moné's first match on AEW Dynamite (7:14) Adam Copeland fractures his tibia and vacates the TNT title (11:16) A Marty Jannetty story you will not hear anywhere else (17:50) Which wrestlers you would NOT want your daughter dating (20:50) Jordynne Grace shows up on NXT (26:54) Sexyy Red makes an appearance on NXT (30:11) Ethan Page says he is not signed to WWE after coming on NXT (33:57) Christopher Daniels is a new AEW on-screen authority figure (47:11) Bron Breakker’s rampage crosses over from his college football days (48:40) Response to critics of the Liv Morgan–Dominik Mysterio kiss (59:47) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by 'Ringer Wrestling' Tribal Chief David Shoemaker on this post-Raw Tuesday to discuss a number of important matters, beginning with an essential question: Why won’t Gunther wear the King of the Ring crown? Then, in Raw Is Headlines, the guys talk about Becky Lynch’s contract status and if and when the fan favorite will make her return to the ring. Meanwhile, with The Man and Rhea Ripley gone for the foreseeable future, who will lead Raw’s women’s division? After that, the guys talk about last night’s kiss between Dom Mysterio and Liv Morgan, which leads to the debut of The Ringer’s Official Infidelity Expert on the program. Plus, Ben asks the guys about their heavyweight championship power rankings in a post-SummerSlam world. And in They Said What?!, the guys take questions about how to get your kids into wrestling, as well as a possible WWE-UFC crossover. For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. CHAPTERS: Gunther and the crown (00:00) Becky Lynch’s future (12:10) The women’s division (22:24) Liv Morgan kisses Dom Mysterio (26:02) Heavyweight rankings (36:58) They Said What?! (47:24) The Hot Tag with 'The Masked Man' (59:24) NXT preview (01:04:48) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: Of all the pro wrestlers who worked this weekend in AEW and WWE, who is the Jamaal Magloire (0:40)? David and Kaz dive into this Memorial Day weekend, which was full of pro wrestling, recapping the following from AEW Double or Nothing and WWE King and Queen: The Anarchy Rules match (10:250) Adam Copeland continues to win (17:31) Should MJF’s return have been saved for AEW Dynamite (27:13)? Fans' reception to Mercedes Moné as the TBS Champion (35:06) Drew McIntyre vs. Gunther at SummerSlam (41:53)? Is Sami Zayn a top five wrestler of the past decade (45:34)? Potential custody for Dominik match between Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley (53:11)? Looking back at how Triple H put Cody Rhodes in as quarterback of WWE (63:23) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kazeem are joined by WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda. He comes on to celebrate the legacy of his son, the late Windham Rotunda a.k.a. Bray Wyatt, who would have been 37 today. They discuss many things about said legend, including: Windham’s love of horror films (5:00) The first time Windham won the WWE title (17:47) Windham getting in trouble with Pat Patterson as a child (34:0r0) They close out the show with official predictions for AEW Double or Nothing (45:54) and WWE King and Queen of the Ring (1:29:1r0) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Mike Rotunda Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by Ringer Wrestling's tribal chief, David Shoemaker, on today’s episode. Their conversation begins with calling The Rock’s ridiculously large muscles into question. Then, in the debut of ‘Raw’ Is Headlines (the repackaged Highspot Headlines segment), the Ringer Wrestling crew debates who should hold the Intercontinental title next, Bron Breakker’s violent Monday night performance, Lyra Valkyria punching her ticket to the Queen of the Ring finals, and more. The guys later take a very unusual chicken wing sauce–based question in They Said What?! And, to close things out, the guys look ahead toward tonight’s ’NXT.’ For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. CHAPTERS: Intro (00:00) The Rock’s appearance (01:30) Intercontinental title debate (06:36) Bron Breakker on ‘Raw’ (16:24) Lyra Valkyria advances (23:20) They Said What?! (36:14) ‘NXT’ preview (50:42) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kazeem open the show with a few WWE-NBA comparisons for a few of the stars left in the playoffs. Then they get into the following: How the WWE King of the Ring brackets unfolded (12:11) Cody Rhodes's revelation of the original WrestleMania XL plans (26:49) Then they are joined by Dominik Mysterio, who discusses the following: His connection to the Guerrero family (36:30) Watching Eddie Guerrero vs. Rey Mysterio Jr. ringside (40:08) Addressing Liv Morgan’s mind games (44:48) They close out the show by discussing the Queen of the Ring, Cody Rhodes and Logan Paul, AEW Double or Nothing (50:32), and more. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Dominik Mysterio Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are joined by Brian Gewirtz, former WWE head writer and executive producer of ‘Young Rock,’ to discuss which WWE superstars he thinks are the equivalent to different New York Knicks players. Later, they discuss Gewirtz’s latest project, ‘Who Killed WCW?,’ premiering June 4 on Vice TV. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Kofi Kingston ever get another shot at being world champion? Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, Brian H. Waters, and the Ringer Wrestling’s tribal chief, David Shoemaker, begin the show by answering this question in High-Spot Headlines. Then, the guys discuss Karrion Kross’s place in WWE, the timeline for Lyra Valkyria becoming a champion, and whether it was the right call to have Jey Uso defeat Ilja Dragunov on ‘Raw’ last night. After that, the guys take calls in They Said What?! about a specific type of wrestling Mount Rushmore, Cody Rhodes’s heel situation, and whether Trick Williams or Lash Legend will have the better career. Plus, the show finally runs back Hot Tag With The Masked Man, then guys close it out with a preview of tonight’s NXT. For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to [email protected]. CHAPTERS: Intro (00:00) Will Kofi Kingston get another title shot? (03:23) When will Lyra Valkyria become champ? (20:02) Jey Uso defeating Ilja Dragunov (26:56) They Said What?! (36:29) Hot Tag With The Masked Man (01:01:17) NXT preview (01:07:06) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Brian open up the mailbag this week, responding to a few questions from the humanoids, including: Falling in love with pro wrestling (5:55) Pro wrestling guilty pleasures (25:19) The Jalen Brunson of wrestling (32:35) Money in the Bank favorites (42:370) Fantasy booking All In and SummerSlam 2025 (62:40) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you had to pick one WWE wrestler to be in the rotation for the Knicks, who would it be? David and Kaz are joined by the SmackDown first-round draft pick Carmelo Hayes who discusses the following: Elevating the NXT brand (6:48) Responding to Bobby Lashley on social media (10:55) Challenging Cody Rhodes on his first night on the SmackDown roster (13:24) His thoughts on the Drake-Kendrick beef (21:04) What it means for him seeing Trick Williams win the NXT title (25:00) Shawn Michaels’s influence (31:30) Then David and Kaz close out the show with the following: King and Queen of the Ring tournament with a few predictions (46:26) NXT highlights (63:53) Mogul Embassy betraying Swerve Strickland on AEW ‘Dynamite’ (70:38) WWE ‘Raw’ staying on USA through the end of 2024 (76:40) Kofi Kingston says he wants to wrestle Barack Obama (84:42) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Carmelo Hayes Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Cruz and Khal Davenport are joined by Ringer Wrestling Tribal Chief, David Shoemaker, to tackle this very important question: Which pro wrestler should be selected to mediate the beef between rappers Drake and Kendrick Lamar? Then, in Highspot Headlines, the guys discuss King of the Ring, Dragunov’s title aspirations, and how the women’s 'Raw' division will fare while Rhea Ripley rehabs an injury. Then, in They Said What?!, the guys take calls about Drew McIntyre and Cody Rhodes's championship run. CHAPTERS: Intro (00:00) Which wrestler can settle the Drake-Kendrick beef? (02:18) How much do you care about King of the Ring? (08:15) Dragunov’s title hopes (24:03) The plan for the women’s division (32:04) Whether Becky Lynch has had a boring title run (37:18) They Said What?! (42:35) NXT preview (01:07:00) For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Hosts: Ben Cruz and Khal Davenport Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Shoemaker and Kaz are back, and they’ve got a LOT to say about what went down at WWE Backlash in Lyon, France, on Saturday. After tackling the Cold Open Question of the Week, the guys discuss the CRAZY French crowd, how past all-American wrestlers compare to Cody Rhodes, what story line WWE should craft for Rhodes moving forward, and early predictions for what the SummerSlam main event will be. Plus, they get into the full slate of Backlash results. And later, they wonder how much weight Roman Reigns will put on during his time away from the ring. CHAPTERS: Cold Open Question of the Week (00:00) The display board economy (04:17) WWE Backlash crowd (06:12) Cody Rhodes comparisons (20:32) What to do with Rhodes? (27:17) Predictions for the SummerSlam main event (32:50) More WWE Backlash results (50:41) How much weight will Roman Reigns gain? (01:03:42) Jerry Lawler is out of WWE (01:25:53) ‘Raw’ preview (01:26:54) WrestleMania 41 goes to Las Vegas (01:31:50) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kicks things off with their reactions to Kenny Omega’s return promo last night, along with some other AEW highlights (05:00). Later the guys dive into their Backlash France predictions (52:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kareem Famuyide Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Brian kicks things off revealing his feelings about the NFL’s Tribal Chief, Patrick Mahomes, showing up on ‘Monday Night Raw.’ Then, the guys are joined by the Ringer Wrestling Show’s Tribal Chief, David Shoemaker, and answer the following big questions from ‘Raw’: Who is the most impactful switch of the WWE draft? (4:13) Can CM Punk and Drew McIntyre keep their feud going while both are injured? (18:31) Should Jey Uso defeat Damian Priest for the world heavyweight title at Backlash? (25:21) Then after the break, they go to the Ringer Wrestling Worldwide Hotline for “They Said What?!” and react to a couple of hot takes from you, the people, regarding a potential Bloodline–Wyatt Family storyline and the psychology of the WWE draft (35:23 ). Then they introduce a new weekly segment called “The Hot Tag with the Masked Man,” in which David answers a big question of the week. Today, he reacts to Khal saying Cody is only over because of his theme music and his dance partners (48:58). The guys close the show previewing night two of NXT ‘Spring Breakin’” (61:13) 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 our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: It’s Day 2 of the WWE draft. Who is your top prospect on the board? David and Kaz kick off the show by recapping the first night of the WWE draft and discussing some of the issues with the way it has been presented (2:48). They discuss some of picks from SmackDown, including: Bianca Belair and Carmelo Hayes to SmackDown (25:29) Adrade to SmackDown (30:00) Kiana James to 'Monday Night Raw' (36:22) Draft picks after SmackDown went off the air (42:03) The draft board ahead of 'Monday Night Raw' (46:10) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Right now there is an 8-foot painting of Andre the Giant at the new WWE headquarters. Who will that painting be of in 50 years? Dave and Kaz kick off the show by discussing Tony Khan taking the Meltzer Driver at the end of AEW Dynamite and Jack Perry’s heel/face status with the company (6:10). Then, Ringer Wrestling Worldwide’s Ben, Khal, and Brian join the 'Masked Man' crew for the annual 'Ringer Wrestling Show' mock draft (29:40)! The mock draft rules: Snake draft Each team must come up with their own promotion name 20 picks for each team 10-second pick clock Injured wrestlers are eligible to be drafted Tag teams count as one pick Factions are broken up Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guests: Khal Davenport, Brian H. Waters and Ben Cruz Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the first repackaged episode of 'Ringer Wrestling Worldwide' (or 'Wednesday Worldwide on Tuesdays'?), Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters begin by debating the greatest repackages in wrestling history. Then, in Highspot Headlines, the guys get into Becky Lynch’s title victory on ‘Raw,’ WWE’s attempt to bring a level of prestige back to King of the Ring, Dom Mysterio’s injury, and Damien Priest’s title run so far. The guys also take a call about Samoa Joe in 'They Said What' before closing out the show by discussing tonight’s NXT Spring Breakin’, Swerve Strickland, and WWE’s sudden release of Cameron Grimes. To support the program, please FOLLOW ‘The Ringer Wrestling Show’ by clicking these Spotify and Apple Podcasts links. CHAPTERS: Intro (00:00) Historic wrestler re-packagings (01:55) Becky Lynch is the new champion (05:09) The return of King of the Ring (15:56) Dom Mysterio’s injury (27:54) Damien Priests’s title run (28:39) “They Said What?” (40:29) NXT Spring Breakin' preview (50:20) Who should Swerve Strickland’s first title feud be with? (53:42) WWE releases Cameron Grimes (01:01:37) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you could hear a diss track from any pro wrestler, who would it be? Dave and Kaz recap a history-making night from AEW Dynasty: Bryan Danielson and Will Ospreay wrestled in what many are calling the greatest match in American history (05:40) Swerve becomes the first Black AEW World Champion (27:27) Samoa Joe is one of the most important champions in AEW history (32:25) Jack Perry is back (46:53) Then they discuss Solo and Tama Tonga’s beatdown of Kevin Owens on SmackDown (69:46) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

‘The Ringer Wrestling Show’ brings you instant reactions to the biggest matches, breakdowns of the hottest feuds, and analysis of all the latest gossip in the wild world of professional wrestling. Join "The Masked Man" David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport and Brian H. Waters for a podcast feed that redefines what it means to be a wrestling fan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the emergence of NXT’s Je’Von Evans after his match with Ilja Dragunov (5:30). Then they get into the following topics: Rhea Ripley vacates the Women’s World Title (11:00) Chad Gable turns on Sami Zayn (27:00) AEW Dynasty preview (42:57) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producers: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by giving their flowers to 'Cheap Heat’ cohosts Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, and Dip! Then they jump into the following headlines: Becky Lynch is returning soon. Will she be the next Women’s World Champ? (6:20) Bron Breakker says he will prove he is the future of WWE (16:34) Carmelo Hayes says he has accomplished everything in NXT (30:33) Then after the break, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for They Said What?! and react to a couple of hot takes from you, the people, regarding the Bloodline Civil War and WWE’s latest product placement (44:33) Finally, the guys talk through last night’s NXT (62:45) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (63:56). 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 our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Get your tissues ready folks, because it’s an emotional episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast. Yes, the rumors are true: ‘Cheap Heat’ is leaving The Ringer. But the good news is … the show will go on! To support The Maj Era of the program, just give it a follow on this Spotify feed or this Apple Podcasts feed. In this final episode, Rosenberg, SGG, and Troy the Goy reminisce on all the life milestones the guys hit during their two-and-a-half-year run at The Ringer. Plus, they get emotional reading emails from the Peckerheads after saying goodbye to Troy, who is proud to say he’s finished the story. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Greg Hyde Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: If you could recommend any book to the Blackpool Combat Club, what would it be? David and Kaz discuss a few trending things from this weekend in pro wrestling, including: Tama Tonga joining the Bloodline, Solo Sikoa attacking Jimmy Uso (13:36) The Wyatt family returning (32:00) The Paul George of WWE (1:15:23) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producers: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the penultimate edition of ‘Cheap Heat’ on The Ringer, Rosenberg and Dip give you everything you might come to expect on a Friday Something (minus the bagel talk). Here’s what’s on deck: Intro (00:00) Rosenberg tells Dip how to subscribe to the new podcast feed (02:15) Drew McIntyre is maj (07:45) Troy needs mattress recs (19:29) Rosenberg sounds off on AEW airing the backstage CM Punk footage (24:18) Dip’s take on WrestleMania (35:57) Mailbag (40:32) If you want to help usher ‘Cheap Heat’ into the Maj Era, then follow the new feed here on Spotify or Rosenberg’s YouTube channel. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are joined by Khal, and they jump right into the fallout from AEW Dynamite, where the Young Bucks revealed the real footage from the CM Punk–Jack Perry incident (3:11). Then they discuss how AEW is using Mercedes Moné’s and Will Ospreay’s comments about Triple H (28:44). Later, they talk about WWE 'Raw' after 'Mania, where the Rock handed Cody Rhodes a mysterious object (52:01); who Cody Rhodes's first opponent will be (55:39); and final takes on WrestleMania XL (1:05:24). Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram 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

Ben, Khal, and Brian are back at home after an unforgettable week in Philadelphia for WrestleMania XL and kick off the show by discussing their favorite memories. Then, they talk through the following headlines: Seth Rollins being out “about four weeks” (22:30) Cody Rhodes vs. Rock possibly loading for WrestleMania 41 (32:59) Then after the break, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for They Said What?! and react to a couple of hot takes from you, the people, regarding whether or not Cody Rhodes's title run will be as long as Roman Reigns’s and what the future holds for the rest of the Bloodline (43:15). Finally, the guys talk through last night’s NXT (59:39) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ and the CM Punk–Jack Perry footage Tony Khan plans to reveal from All In (62:20). If you missed any of the 'Ringer Wrestling Show’ on-the-ground interviews from WrestleMania XL, check them out on this Spotify playlist. 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 our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back in their home studios following an unforgettable weekend in Philadelphia, Rosenberg and SGG are ready to react to what some are calling the greatest WrestleMania of all time. Here’s what to expect today: Intro (00:00) Troy the Goy has a confession to make (07:41) An update on the 'Cheap Heat' T-shirts (12:18) Why Rhea Ripley has an issue with Troy (14:58) Where this year’s WrestleMania ranks among the all-time shows (21:56) The Undertaker instead of Stone Cold Steve Austin? (27:18) Rosenberg’s takeaways from hanging out with Cody Rhodes (31:59) The second-best thing to happen this weekend (40:22) Damien Priest cashing in (44:22) Mailbag (56:38) And guess what? The video of last week’s LIVE ‘Cheap Heat’ drops on Rosenberg’s YouTube channel soon. For other updates from the podcast, please follow @cheapheatpod on Instagram, as well as @rosenbergradio, @statguygreg, @thediperstein, and @troy_farkas. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Greg Hyde Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WrestleMania 40 is officially over, and Dave Shoemaker and Kaz still can’t believe what they witnessed last night in Philadelphia. On today’s reaction episode, the guys discuss: Cold Open Question of the Week (00:00) How Cody Rhodes finally got his moment (03:08) Where Rhodes’s win ranks among the all-time WWE moments (07:57) The Undertaker’s appearance, and should it have been Stone Cold Steve Austin instead? (14:34) The legacy of Roman Reigns’s unprecedented title run (19:03) Phone Booth Fantasy Booking (25:34) Gunther’s future (33:04) Will AEW really air the backstage CM Punk footage? (44:24) Bayley gets her well-deserved moment (50:00) The emergence of Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, and Naomi (57:46) Favorite moments from the weekend (01:05:49) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just before heading to Lincoln Financial Field for night two of WrestleMania XL, the 'Ringer Wrestling' crew has one more awesome episode for you guys. In this special Sunday evening edition of the program, Dominik Mysterio joins the guys on the big stage to talk about being booed by fans, what’s next for him in the ring, facing his father last night, Dom’s dream scenario, and more. Then, Andrade talks about tagging with Rey Mysterio last night, the Latino wrestling scene, Charlotte Flair’s impact on his career, his workout regimen this week, reuniting with Zelina Vega this weekend, and much more (43:28). Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz, and Brian H. Waters Producers: Brian H. Waters and Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From WWE World just a few hours before the second night of Wrestlemania XL kicks off, Shoemaker, Kaz, and Khal are running on fumes to give you the interviews you want to hear. First up, NXT superstar Oba Femi joins the guys to talk about his collegiate track and field days at Alabama, the transition to professional wrestling, his performance at ’Stand and Deliver', how he’s approaching his development, promo work, and much more. Secondly, R-Truth—one half of the new ‘Raw’ tag team champions—joins the guys in front of a massive crowd eager to catch a glimpse of the new champ (17:10). In this conversation, R-Truth opens up about what this title means to him and the very, very, long journey he took to get back to this moment. You won’t want to miss this. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Khal Davenport Producers: Brian H. Waters and Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices