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Wrestlenomics

Wrestlenomics covers the business of pro wrestling. Pollock & Thurston is a weekly podcast hosted by John Pollock of POST Wrestling and Wrestlenomics’ Brandon Thurston. They are often joined by a relevant guest.

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70:56

UFC Antitrust Lawsuit with Erik Magraken | Pollock &...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/08/16

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston welcome Erik Magraken of Combat Sports Law to chat about the antitrust lawsuit filed in 2014 against the UFC. They discuss the launch of the suit nearly nine years ago, the long road for the suit, who the key players involved are, why last week was an important ruling by the court, what damages the UFC is facing, how it applies to WWE/Endeavor and the state of fighter pay. Plus: AEW All In tops 80,000 tickets distributed, Pontiac Silverdome capacity, AEW Collision

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105:12

WCW Bash at the Beach 2000 Lawsuit w/ David Bixenspan...

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2023/08/09

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston speak with reporter David Bixenspan about the lawsuit filed by Hulk Hogan after Bash at the Beach 2000.They discuss the recent season of Dark Side of the Ring, “The World According to Marty Jannetty”, and the latest news including All In’s attendance figure, Bixenspan’s research into the attendance at WrestleMania 3 & more.Video version: https://youtube.com/live/UtW4IbwOvl4David Bixenspan is the co-host of Between the SheetsRelated links:WrestleMania III

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80:50

Business of WWE Summerslam in Detroit | Wrestlenomics...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/08/06

On the first Sunday of each month, Wrestlenomics Radio is free for everyone. Wrestlenomics Radio is available every week exclusively for subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics.======Brandon Thurston and Jesse Collings talk about the latest news in wrestling business:- Summerslam business as Brandon is live in Detroit- Vince McMahon subpoenaed as part of federal grand jury investigation- All In & All Out seemingly exclusive on PPV on consecutive weekends- Money in the Bank sold $3.3 million in

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63:39

WWE Q2 2023 Earnings Report & Analysis, Vince McMahon...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/08/02

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through the WWE’s second-quarter earnings report and a grand jury investigation involving Vince McMahon.The two chat about the sizable yearly increases in various segments, the status of the merger, a federal grand jury subpoena on Vince McMahon, McMahon taking a medical leave of absence, and Nick Khan’s update on the state of the U.S. domestic rights negotiations.Plus: The Elite re-sign with AEW, All In on pay-per-view, Collision ratings, Jake Paul vs. Nate

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73:29

Wrestlenomics special edition with Brandon Thurston &...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/07/27

In place of Pollock & Thurston this week, Brandon Thurston is joined by MJ from NJ to talk about these topics and more:Peacock subscriber update from ComcastSmackdown ratings on FS1How wrestling fits into media business that's shifting to streaming and less profitableLogan Paul's CryptoZoo lawsuitVideo version: https://youtube.com/live/yB_g_z11e7MListen to Wrestlenomics on…Apple | Google | SpotifyPatreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsTwitter:

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67:43

G1 Climax 33 with THE Chris Samsa | Pollock &...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/07/19

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Chris Samsa from Sport of Pro Wrestling to chat about the G1 Climax and his meticulous stats.The three discuss the annual tournament, this year’s format, early impressions after four shows, and how Samsa began compiling all his statistics. Plus: Pollock & Thurston go over the latest television figures, AEW Collision Week 5, and the viability of adding a third hour to Dynamite, All In distribution, and the future of ESPN.Video version:

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67:26

Stephanie Chase of Digital Spy, TV Ratings, AEW PPVs...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/07/13

Note: Wrestlenomics Radio is now available weekly exclusively for subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. Pollock & Thurston continues to be free for everyone each week.======John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Stephanie Chase of Digital Spy to speak about her recent article on women in wrestling media.The three discuss the recent WWE U.K. tour and the push for WrestleMania in London, AEW All In at Wembley Stadium & more.Plus: Pollock & Thurston go over the latest

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78:11

West Coast Pro Matchmaker Chris Hero | Pollock &...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/07/05

Note: Beginning Jul 9, Wrestlenomics Radio will become exclusive to subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. The first episode of each month only will remain free on the Wrestlenomics podcast and YouTube channels. Pollock & Thurston will continue to be free each week, available on this feed, as well as POST Wrestling and Wrestlenomics YouTube channels.------------------John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Chris Hero to chat about the current state of independent wrestling and lots

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75:48

The business of WWE Money in the Bank | Wrestlenomics...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/07/02

Note: Beginning Jul 9, Wrestlenomics Radio will become exclusive to subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. The first episode of each month only will remain free on the Wrestlenomics podcast and YouTube channels. Pollock & Thurston will continue to be free each week, available on this feed, as well as POST Wrestling and Wrestlenomics YouTube channels.Brandon Thurston and Jesse Collings talk about the latest news in wrestling business:Business of WWE Money in the BankThe intent of John Cena’s

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73:09

AEW Fight Forever with Insider Gaming’s Mike Straw |...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/29

Note: Beginning Jul 9, Wrestlenomics Radio will become exclusive to subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. The first episode of each month only will remain free on the Wrestlenomics podcast and YouTube channels. Pollock & Thurston will continue to be free each week, available on this feed, as well as POST Wrestling and Wrestlenomics YouTube channels.John Pollock and Brandon Thurston welcome Mike Straw from Insider Gaming to chat about the release of AEW Fight Forever.Plus: Pollock &

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87:19

Reigns & Rollins drive ratings, first AEW Collision...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/25

Note: Beginning Jul 9, Wrestlenomics Radio will become exclusive to subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. The first episode of each month only will remain free on the Wrestlenomics podcast and YouTube channels. Pollock & Thurston will continue to be free each week, available on this feed.Brandon Thurston, Jesse Collings, and Chris Gullo talk about the latest wrestling business news:AEW Collision's first TV rating, implications for AEW’s next TV dealSmackdown and NXT ratings and

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67:12

Dave Meltzer on AEW Collision, Forbidden Door |...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/21

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston welcome Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer Newsletter.They chat about the first viewership figures of AEW Collision and how it performed, the value of CM Punk to the franchise, his promo on Friday, the ongoing issues between Punk and The Elite, and how the summer is looking for the company. Plus, they chat about this Sunday’s Forbidden Door event, upcoming events in Canada, MLW’s lawsuit, and Conor McGregor.POST WrestlingSubscribe:

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93:32

Disney's FX interested in WWE rights, AEW Collision...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/18

Note: Beginning Jul 9, Wrestlenomics Radio will become exclusive to subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. The first episode of each month only will remain free on the Wrestlenomics podcast and YouTube channels. Pollock & Thurston will continue to be available for free on this feed.Brandon Thurston, Jesse Collings, and Chris Gullo talk about the latest news in wrestling business:Disney’s FX reportedly interested in WWE live rightsAEW Collision debuts on TNTJudge denies WWE’s motion to dismiss

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74:20

AEW President Tony Khan | Pollock & Thurston

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/14

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat with AEW President Tony Khan on the state of the promotion going into the launch of Collision.Tony Khan joins Pollock & Thurston to speak on the state of the company as they get set to launch Collision this Saturday, differentiating the program from Dynamite, the status of Battle of the Belts, and the return of CM Punk. Plus, Pollock & Thurston react to the interview, the buzz for Collision, CM Punk and The Elite, and all the top news stories including

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76:26

Big rating for Roman Reigns celebration

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/11

Note: Beginning Jul 9, Wrestlenomics Radio will become exclusive to subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. The first episode of each month only will remain free on the Wrestlenomics podcast and YouTube channels.Brandon Thurston, Jesse Collings, and Chris Gullo talk about the latest news in wrestling business:Smackdown had its biggest rating of the year for the Roman Reigns 1000-day celebration segmentAEW Collision ratings predictions ahead of the debut of the show next weekAEW house show

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56:51

AEW Collision Countdown with Andrew Zarian | Pollock...

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2023/06/08

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat with Andrew Zarian of the Mat Men Podcast and Wrestling Observer Live.The three discuss the pending launch of AEW Collision with Zarian’s reporting on the development of the series, how CM Punk plays a crucial role in its launch, ticket sales for Collision, and the looming television rights negotiations for WWE & AEW programming.Andrew Zarian is the co-host of the Mat Men Podcast and Wrestling Observer Live Video version:

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101:25

What is AEW's TV deal worth with Collision added?

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/04

**The last 15 minutes of this podcast contain major spoilers for the final episode of Succession**Brandon Thurston and guest co-host MJ from NJ talk about:The value of AEW’s TV deal with the addition of Collision on Saturday nightsWhether WBD could end up broadcasting both AEW and WWEAn update on live event business for WWE and AEWWWE Smackdown appears to deliver strong rating for Friday’s SmackdownWWE and the final episode of Succession (**This portion in the last 15 minutes of this podcast episode

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58:05

Evan Husney on Season 4 of Dark Side of the Ring |...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/06/01

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat with Evan Husney on the return of Dark Side of the Ring for its fourth season.They chat about this past week’s season premiere “Chris & Tammy”, their attempts to interview Tammy Sytch, the reaction to the “Plane Ride from Hell” episode, securing interviews for this season, whether the series was ever in jeopardy of returning, changes at Vice, and a preview of several episodes coming up this season.Evan Husney is the Executive Producer & Co-Creator of

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100:09

The business of AEW Double or Nothing

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/05/30

Brandon Thurston and Jesse Collings talk about AEW Double or Nothing, another WWE event in Saudi Arabia, and Nick Khan’s talk at the JPMorgan TMT conference.Video version: https://youtube.com/live/HqN8Ni16kKo📺 Tune in to Wrestlenomics Radio every Sunday at 11:00 am ET at youtube.com/c/wrestlenomics📊 TV ratings reports and data: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomics🎙️ Listen to our weekly podcast: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/🌐 Website: https://wrestlenomics.comBrandon Thurston on Twitter:

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76:09

Investigative Reporter Karim Zidan on WWE & Saudi...

Wrestlenomics ·

2023/05/26

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat with Karim Zidan of Sports Politika on the WWE’s business partnership with the Government of Saudi Arabia.They chat about the attitudes regarding the ten-year agreement that was announced in 2018, how sport washing works, WWE’s navigation of the Jamal Khashoggi murder during the first year of the agreement, and his recent article on WWE’s Propaganda Spectacle.Karim Zidan is an investigative journalist and you can read his work at Sports Politika Video version:

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