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Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast

Wrestling Is Real Podcast

Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of professional wrestling since 2012, the Wrestling Is Real Podcast, with your host @KingOfPodcasts, offers in-depth, bold, and uncensored commentary. We go beyond the surface to analyze the intricate storylines, pivotal TV moments, and creative directions across all major promotions including WWE, AEW, TNA, MLW, NWA, and more.Expect insightful critiques, passionate debate, and a commitment to exploring why some angles captivate us and others fall flat. If

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47:59

Cody Rhodes Repeats at Royal Rumble and Roman-Bound...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2024/01/28

Cody Rhodes Repeats at Royal Rumble and appears to be Roman-Bound to finish his story. Meanwhile the Rumble Matches Reveals Light Main Event Depth and an Alarming Midcard on the main roster. Forbes recaps: "Cody Rhodes won the 2024 men’s Royal Rumble, upsetting favorite CM Punk and punching his ticket to WrestleMania 40, where he will hopefully finish his story. Following Rhodes’ win, Rhodes pointed—emphatically—at Roman Reigns, indicating that 2024 will indeed be the year that he dethrones Roman

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36:08

Wall Street Journal's Cancel Culture Infatuation with...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2024/01/26

Wall Street Journal reports that a former WWE employee has filed a lawsuit against the founder, Vince McMahon, accusing him of sexual abuse and trafficking during his tenure as CEO. The legal action, initiated in a federal court in Connecticut, provides a detailed account of the plaintiff, identified as Grant, and her alleged experiences with McMahon.According to the lawsuit, on June 15, 2021, McMahon and another high-ranking WWE executive reportedly confined Grant in an office at the company's

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53:55

WWE Nudges Netflix for Monday Night Raw Move to...

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2024/01/25

Starting in January 2025, Netflix will be the exclusive home of WWE's Raw in the US, Canada, UK, and Latin America. This is part of a 10-year agreement between Netflix and WWE, which is worth over $5 billion.In addition to Raw, Netflix will air SmackDown and NXT in every market, as well as all of WWE's major showcases, including WrestleMania and SummerSlam.WWE also announced that its documentaries, original series, and upcoming projects will be available on Netflix internationally starting in 2025

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59:26

WWE Doesn't Do Enough With Their Royal Rumble Booking...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2024/01/18

WWE Doesn't Do Enough With Their Royal Rumble Booking to build midcard feuds and elevate younger stars in this rare spotlight. Men's Royal Rumble:2023: The winner was Cody Rhodes. After winning, Rhodes went on to challenge the WWE Universal Champion at WrestleMania, where he lost Roman Reigns in a highly anticipated match.2022: Brock Lesnar emerged victorious. Lesnar's victory set up a championship match at WrestleMania, where he faced and defeated the reigning WWE Champion, solidifying his

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17:36

TNAs Second Chapter Begins at Hard To Kill (ep.821)

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2024/01/14

At TNA's Hard to Kill event in Las Vegas, Gisele Shaw emerged victorious in a Knockouts Ultimate X match, defeating Alisha Edwards, Dani Luna, Jody Threat, Tasha Steelz, and Xia Brookside. This win secured her position as the #1 contender for the TNA Knockouts World Championship.PCO faced Dirty Dango, accompanied by Alpha Bravo and Oleg Prudius, and secured a victory by disqualification. Following that, PCO teamed up with Rhino and Jake Something to defeat Dirty Dango, Alpha Bravo, and Oleg Prudius

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53:22

The Social Media Schoolyard For Wrestling Fanatics...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2024/01/11

KOP goes into how social media is bad for professional wrestling fans and the delusion over their tribalism of WWE or AEW. Social media has undoubtedly transformed the way fans engage with professional wrestling, providing a platform for enthusiasts to express their opinions, connect with like-minded individuals, and participate in discussions about their favorite promotions. However, this digital landscape has also given rise to a toxic underbelly of tribalism, particularly within the fan bases of

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48:57

The Rock Challenges Roman Reigns to Ramp Up Bruised...

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2024/01/04

Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and Roman Reigns are two of the biggest names in professional wrestling history. Their potential match at WrestleMania 40 in Philadelphia would undoubtedly be a major draw for fans worldwide. Here's how such a matchup could be viewed as a strategy to bolster The Rock's box office status:1. **Legacy Match**: The Rock vs. Roman Reigns is not just a regular match; it's a generational clash. The Rock, a legend from the Attitude Era, facing off against Roman Reigns, a dominant

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19:53

AEW Worlds End Sees Adam Cole Complete His Revenge...

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2023/12/31

Samoa Joe vs MJF: Samoa Joe defeats MJF by technical submission to win the AEW World Championship. Joe's victory ends MJF's 406 day title reign.Eddie Kingston vs Jon Moxley: Eddie Kingston defeats Jon Moxley to win the Continental Classic.Miro vs Andrade El Idolo: Miro defeats Andrade El Idolo in what would be Andrade's final AEW match.Adam Copeland: Adam Copeland wins and loses TNT Title, and performs a flaming table spot.Killswitch: Killswitch (formerly Luchasaurus) wins the Battle Royal on Zero

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57:44

The Iron Claw, the Von Erichs and What Wrestling...

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2023/12/28

"The Iron Claw" is a movie that explores the tragic story of the Von Erich family, a famous wrestling family. The film aims to showcase wrestling as more than just a fake spectacle by highlighting the skill, artistry, and physical toll involved in the sport. The Von Erich family, consisting of Fritz Von Erich and his sons Kevin, David, Kerry, and Mike, achieved great success in wrestling but also faced immense tragedy, with four of the five siblings dying between 1984 and 1993, three by suicide. The

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64:39

WWE's Not Ready for Championship Contenders (11th...

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2023/12/21

The WWE's cast of not ready for championship contenders is a topic that has been generating a lot of discussion among wrestling fans. One of the key figures in this conversation is Roman Reigns, who is currently one of the biggest stars in the WWE. However, according to Sports Illustrated's Justin Barrasso, there are currently no plans for Reigns to face The Rock at WrestleMania 40 next April. This news has disappointed many fans who were hoping to see these two icons collide in the ring. The

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51:04

Who's Buying into CM Punk 2.0 as WWE Panders to...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2023/12/14

So far CM Punk has Made up with HHH, entered the Royal Rumble 2024, given talent feedback backstage in NXT (via @Fightful), sold merch in 'six figure sum' on his return and has broken WWE social media engagement record. Add Seth Rollins channeling his inner Hangman Page and some other booking similarites to another wrestling company being pointed out, KOP evaluates the CM Punk run so far. Response is divided: But apparently a year ago the guy wasn't a needle mover 🤔He gets eyes on screens, now

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49:44

Peak Bloodline and The HHH NXT Takeover-Wrestling...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2023/12/07

Triple H behind the scenes is underwhelmed by a host of underperforming talent at the start of the year. Vince McMahon Comes Back to Sell WWE and Not Bury the Creative?I can hear Triple H telling Vince. I'll show you Vince NXT 2019 is going to do great in the Royal Rumble.Montreal Stands Strong Behind Sami Zayn as Roman Reigns RetainsThe AEW Revolution Needs to Reinvigorate and Revitalize Their FanbaseWrestleMania Goes Hollywood With Winning Old School StorytellingSami Zayn and Kevin Owens Succeed

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58:12

CM Punk: WWEs Christmas Gift For Fanatics Comes With...

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2023/11/30

The much-anticipated return of CM Punk to the WWE at Survivor Series marked the dawn of a new era, or so the narrative goes. However, it's essential to peel back the layers and examine the less glamorous aspects of Punk's history and the questionable decisions made by the company's top brass.Punk's departure from WWE in 2014, coupled with the infamous termination papers received on his wedding day, left a bitter taste in the mouths of many fans. The orchestrator of this unfortunate clerical error

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30:11

CM Punk Returns at Survivor Series and Hell Freezes...

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2023/11/26

CM Punk, after a rollercoaster ride of an AEW run decides to return to WWE for the first time since the 2014 Royal Rumble. So, we are all going to gloss over jis Colt Cabana's Art of Wrestling podcast interview released in November 2014, Punk finally broke his silence regarding his exit from WWE. Punk said that he was suspended for two months after walking out on the company in January and that after the suspension ended, nobody from WWE contacted him. Punk also said company executives gave him a

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48:56

WWE Superstars Throwing Shade on Non-WWE Wrestlers...

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2023/11/23

Jey Uso spoke with the Ringer and gave some apparent shade to wrestlers outside of WWE saying "If you all want these dream matches, you all going to have to bring your ass to WWE, dog, to the top tier. You all going to have to come. Where we at ain’t dropping down"WWE superstars have become synonymous not just with body slams and suplexes but also with an insatiable appetite for ego-stroking and shade-throwing. It seems that the art of boasting has become a main event in itself, with WWE wrestlers

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19:37

MJF's World Title Reign Goes Full Circle at AEW Full...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2023/11/19

In the main event, MJF defeated Jay White to retain the AEW World Championship. In other prominent matches, The Golden Jets (Chris Jericho and Kenny Omega) defeated The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson), Swerve Strickland defeated "Hangman" Adam Page in a Texas Death match and in the opening bout, Sting, Darby Allin, and Adam Copeland defeated The Patriarchy (Christian Cage, Luchasaurus, and Nick Wayne) in a Six-man tag team match.The event was also notable for Will Ospreay officially

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59:20

WWE and AEW and Their Troubling Viewer Tumbling TV...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2023/11/16

Professional wrestling has undergone a significant transformation with WWE and AEW struggling to retain let alone grow with new viewers. However, a closer examination reveals a troubling trend in both organizations' television products, leading to a decline in viewer engagement and satisfaction.WWE: The Erosion of CreativityWWE, once the undisputed leader in sports entertainment, is grappling with a noticeable decline in its television product. One of the primary issues is the erosion of creativity

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72:32

How WWE and AEW Are Both Struggling with Storytelling...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2023/11/09

In the world of professional wrestling, storytelling is the lifeblood that pumps through the veins of the industry. It's the art of weaving compelling narratives that capture the audience's imagination, making them emotionally invest in the characters and conflicts within the squared circle. While both WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) and AEW (All Elite Wrestling) boast impressive rosters and production values, they find themselves grappling with the challenge of storytelling, each facing its

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28:57

Logan Paul Elevated and LA Knight Left Behind. A WWE...

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2023/11/05

Logan Paul wins the United States Championship in what would have been unexpected given his limited schedule but with Survivor Series a few weeks away it couldn't hurt for him to get a title run with a secondary belt. LA Knight goes home empty handed and Roman Reigns will remain champion until the Royal Rumble. Did LA Knight really get anything out of the loss or will he be left behind in the midcard once again.Seth Rollins, Rhea Ripley and IYO SKY all retain while Solo Sikoa takes a big step up

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44:07

No New Champions Will Be Crowned at Crown Jewel (ep.806)

Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast ·

2023/11/02

WWE Crown Jewel comes to you this Saturday from Saudi Arabia! The stakes are high, the rivalries intense, and the excitement palpable. With a star-studded lineup, this event promises to be a jaw-dropping spectacle for wrestling fans around the world. Here's a sneak peek at the marquee matchups:WWE World Heavyweight Championship: Seth Rollins (c) vs. Drew McIntyreSeth Rollins puts his coveted WWE World Heavyweight Championship on the line against the Scottish powerhouse, Drew McIntyre. Rollins will

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