Wrestling with Freddie

Follow along as I share my experience working as a writer in WWE and provide insights into the process of creating an episode of wrestling television.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Wrestling with Freddie, I discuss the latest news in WWE, including Bobby Lashley potentially leaving the company. I praise Rhea Ripley for her excellent promos and execution in the ring. I also analyze the storytelling and character development on Monday Night Raw and SmackDown, highlighting the Wyatt Six storyline and Solo Sikoa's rise to power. I look forward to the stories in AEW taking us to All In at Wembley and what can unfold for the champions to be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on Unsanctioned Thursday, Jeff and I interview Kaitland Alexis, a professional wrestler from Knoxville, Tennessee. Kaitland shares her journey into wrestling, including her training with Dr. Tom Pritchard and the passion for the sport she’s had since she was nine years old. She also talks about the challenges of pursuing a wrestling career, the financial struggles, and her ultimate goal to be signed by WWE and become a WWE superstar.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we discuss various storylines in WWE and AEW. We talk Damien Priest's character development as the world champion and the possibility of Gunther winning the title. We revisit the Judgment Day storyline and how Rhea Ripley can put it back together. Plus, Jeff and I dive into storylines brewing in AEW, and how the women have been killing it with Toni Storm and Mariah May heading to Wembley Stadium for a Women’s World Championship Match.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Cena's retirement announcement shocked the world at Money in the Bank. I share some stories and reflect on my history with Cena during my time in WWE. I also share details on a new movie I worked on called A Girl in the Pool. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode I dive into the recent Money in the Bank event, reflecting on its success and the record-breaking attendance in Canada. I break down the men's and women's Money in the Bank ladder matches, spotlighting the winners and their future storylines. I also explore the Cody Rhodes vs. The Bloodline match, speculating on possible future directions for the storyline. Additionally, I discuss recent developments in AEW, focusing on Britt Baker's return and her ongoing feud with Mercedes Mone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of Unsanctioned Thursdays, Jeff Dye and I discuss the upcoming WWE Money in the Bank event and make our predictions for the matches. Things turn spooky when Jeff tells us about his experience going into a haunted hotel. Ghosts and Bigfoot didn’t distracts us though, we also get into AEW’s latest event, Forbidden Door.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Jeff and I have a special guest in the Frederation arena. We sit with WWE Superstar Chelsea Green. We discuss her journey in the wrestling industry, from Lucha Underground to Impact to NXT. We also talk about her character evolution and the recent success she has had showcasing her wrestling skills. Chelsea also shares her goals outside of wrestling and the importance of competition in the industry.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff has some choice words for AEW! He gives his advice on what he thinks needs to happen for them regain some steam. I also discuss the need for AEW to create compelling storylines. Plus, we touch on the upcoming match between Swerve Strickland and Will Osprey as well as the women's championship storyline involving Toni Storm, Mina Shirakawa, and Mariah May.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Jeff and I dive into the stories that are continuing to drive WWE forward. We weigh in on what is surrounding the title picture on RAW with Drew, Seth, and Damien Priest! We also discuss the Wyatt Six faction and the potential members of the group, while I express my reservations about the Uncle Howdy character.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another PLE event has wrapped up, and WWE certainly delivered on the excitement. Jeff and I were neck and neck with our forecasts, although Producer Alex didn’t quite hit the mark with his predictions. Moreover, I’m thrilled to share a major update regarding my federation, which could have significant implications for my career in the film industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I had the opportunity to sit down with the former AEW TNT Champion, Adam Copeland, who introduced us to his innovative fitness initiative, Pure Plank. As June marks Men’s Mental Health Awareness Month, we delved into the crucial role of physical exercise in supporting mental well-being and its benefits extending far beyond. Get your fitness on and get your hands on a Pure Plank board by heading to https://gopureplank.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I debut our special segment celebrating independent talent, we start off our monthly series with Vinny Pacifico, who has wrestled in promotions like AEW, NXT, MLW, and New Japan. Vinnie joins us in conversation and shares his journey from being a fan to becoming a wrestler. He talks about his passion for wrestling and his other interests, such as acting and traveling. Follow Vinnie on https://instagram.com/vinniepacifico See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode I’m diving into the ring with Jeff Dye tackling all the latest buzz surrounding free agency. Jeff and I give you our predictions for WWE Clash at the Castle and we are weighing in on Becky Lynch’s big decision as she navigates free agency; could we see her jumping ship to another promotion or maybe even making a splash in Hollywood? We talk Ricochet and the rumors swirling about a potential leap to AEW. On the AEW front we welcome back Maxwell Jacob Friedman from injury as he begins to start shaking things up. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We tallied up the numbers and found the winner between Producer Alex, Jeff, and myself. I bring you up to speed on what is happening with my federation and go over the predictions we made for WWE King and Queen of the Ring and AEW Double or Nothing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff is on assignment this week, so i decided we talk all about contract negotiations, and storylines in the world of wrestling. I give you my thoughts on who stays and who goes, specifically on Becky Lynch's situation and how crazy it is that she is a free agent in the world of wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt joins Jeff and I to dive deep into what makes things work in the Indies, what has worked for him, and how things evolve with himself and the industry. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I had the pleasure to have Matt Cardona be part of the show and talk to us about his current injury situation and what he has been working on while on hiatus. Matt also shares some inside stories about working AEW Collision and what life is like outside of WWE in the last couple of years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The King and Queen of the Ring is happening and Jeff and I have not been this excited for a King and Queen of the Ring PLE in a very long time. The matches have been stellar and we will predict who should be the winners of this year's event! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEW's Double or Nothing is celebrating its 5th anniversary and with it comes some predictions by Jeff and myself, but we wanted to make it fun so we included our Producer Alex into the mix and the person with the most predictions correct will be the Federation Champion. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I explore online tribalism within the wrestling community and how it has created a divide, hindering fans from fully embracing the diverse world of wrestling and its current renaissance.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the WWE King and Queen of the Ring tournament continues, Jeff and I want to express our admiration for the wrestlers' remarkable performances. This includes the intense battle between Gunther and Sheamus, which was nothing short of spectacular. We're also thoroughly enjoying the narrative that Drew and CM Punk are crafting as they work through their rivalry and recover from injuries. Plus, we get into the unfolding Civil War storyline in AEW. Is it effective?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When it comes to the shoe game Swerve brings it, and this week on Unsanctioned Thursday - Swerve shares how he created the very first pro-wrestling sneaker with his partner Flash Garment. Swerve also shares some stories about his wrestling journey and his come up with fellow AEW wrestler Will Osprey.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Swerve Strickland is our guest this week and Jeff and I speak to him about how he’s delivering on his promise in becoming AEW World Champion. Swerve also tells us how it’s sometimes lonely at the top and how he winds down after a long week of wrestling.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode of Unsanctioned Thursday, Jeff and I take a stroll down memory lane. I relive the saga of my romance with the wrestling world amidst the glitz of Hollywood and we peel back the curtain on Jeff's inaugural plunge into the pro wrestling universe. Plus, I'll spill the latest chapters of my odyssey in crafting and debuting my very own wrestling federation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Jeff and I wrestle with the idea- Is the WWE Draft still a headline-worthy event? We're tossing around catchy new monikers for the draft and we debate whether there was a big enough shake up across the brands. Plus, we're tackling AEW's latest epic saga featuring Tony Khan and the Elite. The plot's twists and turns have us on the edge of our seats, and we're dishing out our dream scenarios for how this storyline should unfold in the ring.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEW Dyansty in in the books, they crowned their first African American champion in company history! We talk match of the year contender and I read a decision by a network live on the show as it comes in real time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I agree that the production at WWE has taken a turn for the best and their attention to details are leaving us with some great television moments. We discuss the unfortunate injury to Rhea and how this now opened the door for one more Becky Lynch run as Women’s World Champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I don’t hold anything back when it comes to sharing our thoughts on having celebrities hit the squared circle. I share some stories of the time I worked in WWE and had to make a match work with Jersey Shore reality star, Snooki. Jeff tells us who he thinks was the worst celebrity turned wrestler and I share some more insights on pitching my federation to media companies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I discuss the newest signee to the Smackdown brand, we dive further into the new era in WWE, and question whether the release of the AEW All In footage did anything to further any storylines.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WWE strides boldly into a new era, and this year’s WrestleMania leaves no room for doubt: Triple H now embodies the face of the company, leading it into an exciting future. Jeff and I delve into what this era means for the company, its wrestlers, and, above all, the passionate fans.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WrestleMania 40 etched its place in history. Jeff and I delved into the most impactful matches, the future of WWE and Cody Rhodes finishing his story which culminated in a triumphant journey to becoming the WWE Undisputed Universal Champion.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

oin us for our first Unsanctioned Thursday of season 4 as we examine the seismic changes that unfolded during our podcast hiatus. We discuss the evolving TV and streaming landscape, exploring its effects on the wrestling community, and how we watch our favorite wrestling TV shows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WrestleMania 40 is promising to be the grandest spectacle in wrestling history, and of course Jeff and I are back behind the mic with our predictions. From championship clashes to hot feuds, we’ve got it all covered. Plus, we dissect the intense storylines that have fueled the fire on Raw and SmackDown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We get unsanctioned with Swerve Strickland. He opens about becoming the first black tag team champion in AEW alongside Keith Lee. Swerve also shares his dream of becoming AEW World Champion, and what that would mean for him and his community. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On our final episode of the season, we go all in, and we chat with AEW superstar Swerve Strickland about his rise to stardom, his feuds and matches, and his “Real Heel” persona. Swerve tells us how he stays true to himself, how he deals with the fans and the critics, and what his goals are for the future. Don’t miss this exclusive and candid conversation with one of the most exciting and authentic wrestlers in the business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEW has a lot of history for only being 5 years old. Jeff and I compete again to see who knows more as producer Alex quizzes us on AEW facts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our producer Alex challenges our wrestling knowledge on this special trivia episode. Find out who knows the most about WWE, me or Jeff, and join in see how you score.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Take a trip with me and Jeff to the future, as we predict what’s to come in 2024 for both WWE and AEW. There are huge names that are free agents, records to be broken, and TV deals to be made. The wrestling landscape is always changing and we can’t wait to see what will be come in the new year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s done! Join us for our inaugural WWF Awards show. Jeff and I reveal our choices in various categories like, Rookie Wrestler of the Year, Best Promo Artist of the Year, and Match or Feud of the Year (to name a few). We’ve compared AEW and WWE in different aspects and will tell you who we think earned the victory . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It’s part two of our conversation with Santos Escobar on Unsanctioned Thursday. Listen as he talks about what his culture and what Latino representation means to him, and how he honors his heritage and his father, El Fantasma. Escobar also reveals some of his inspirations, goals, and challenges in his career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on WWF Jeff and I speak with WWE SmackDown superstar Santos Escobar, the former leader of Legado Del Fantasma and a former NXT Cruiserweight Champion. Escobar shares his journey from being a second-generation luchador in Mexico to becoming one of the most dominant and charismatic wrestlers in WWE.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I look at the incredible job that Paul “Triple H” Levesque has done after being named the head of creative by TKO after the sale of WWE. Jeff gives us his take on what Paul has done for the women’s division, and I praise Triple H for having his finger on the pulse.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday Night Raw was full of returns. Randy Orton came back and immediately was thrown into the mix with Judgement Day. Jeff tells us why he dislikes the tag team turmoil, and I give you my honest opinion on the CM Punk promo at the end of Raw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I give you our unsanctioned opinions on the return of CM Punk. Get our thoughts on his surprise return, and why we were left confused on why he came back to a company he left 9 years ago.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year’s Survivor Series was one for the record books. Jeff and I predicted the winners and losers of each bought, but the ending of the show is something we didn’t see coming. We also get into CM Punk’s return to WWE after 9 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Thanksgiving tradition continues as WWE gives us Survivor Series War Games from Chicago. I run down the card and give you my predictions, of course! In case you needed some advice on making gravy for your Thanksgiving dinner, I’ve got you covered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This year’s Full Gear event was full of jaw-dropping matches. I give you my opinions on the winners and losers. Plus my personal thoughts on the bloodiest fight I have ever witnessed between Swerve Strickland and Hangman Adam Page.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AEW Full Gear has a stacked card! Jeff and I pick our favorites and why we also give our thoughts on MJF coming out on top, pulling double duty at the PPV.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and I are ecstatic about the inclusion of Latinos in big storylines on SmackDown. We’re also talking about Seth Rollins, Judgment Day, and the work Strickland is doing on AEW.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.