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The Rap On Wrestling

The Rap On Wrestling

The Rap On Wrestling with Shaheem Reid is where hip-hop culture meets the squared circle! Hosted by veteran journalist and storyteller Shaheem Reid, this podcast dives deep into the undeniable connection between rap and professional wrestling. From legendary crossovers to behind-the-scenes moments, Shaheem sits down with wrestlers, artists, and industry insiders to break down the bars, the battles, and the bigger-than-life personas that make both worlds iconic. Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the

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113:45

Ace Trumpets: The Evolution and Monday Night Raw...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/11/02

This episode is too litt! Things are about to get real different. Roman, Roman Reiiiiiiigns is back! What does that mean for Summer Slam and the wrestling world as a whole? The ROWP and special guest, esteemed journalist, Adelle Platon, unpack all the greatness on the way. We are still reveling in Naomi’s Women’s World Heavyweight title win at Evolution and on Raw it was announced she will defend in a triple threat match at Summer Slam Va Rhea Ripley and Iyo Sky. Did booking get that right of was

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92:12

How About Some Hardcore?: The AEW “All In 2025” Recap...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/11/02

Fork jabs to the foreheads, a DDT and curb stomp on a bed of nails and threats of suffocation with a plastic bag. The main event Texas Death Match of AEW’s “All In” was not for the squeamish, but our ROWP family found beauty in the relentless violence. Listen close as we unpack all the anarchy and analyze how Hangman Adam Page defeating Champ Jon Moxley will reshape AEW moving forward.Speaking of major shifts in the company, The Young Bucks fell to Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay in a tag team

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50:59

See You Again: WWE’s “Saturday Night Main Event (July...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/11/02

What a career Bill Goldberg had. On Saturday, he valiantly battled Gunther for the World Heavyweight Title, but “The Ring General” ultimately outlasted him. The ROWP faction reflects on the WWE Hall of Famer’s legendary run in the wake of his final match.And while Goldberg fought back tears in Atlanta on Saturday during his planned retirement match and the speech after his bout, wrestling fans everywhere are fighting tears of their own as it appears Seth Rollins has suffered a serious knee injury

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78:49

Fully Loaded Clip: Friday Night Smackdown Recap -...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/11/02

One of wrestling’s busiest, and possibly its most eventful, weekends of the year is here, and we are locked in! WWE’s Friday Night Smackdown went down last night. Find out what our crew thinks about Jelly Roll’s possible in-ring debut at SummerSlam, why The Street Profits losing the tag team belts to The Wyatt Sicks was a major disappointment, but also makes for a fresh set of matches in that division.As for this weekend, hear arguments for and against Bill Goldberg defeating Gunther in what could

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81:37

Ace Trumpets: The Evolution and Monday Night Raw...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/07/25

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45:34

All Or Nothing: AEW “All In 2025” Predictions and...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/07/14

Everything could change this Saturday afternoon. Not only are titles up for grabs, but so are key executive positions that play integral parts in AEW’s storylines. Hear why our team is unified in picking Mercedes Moné to add the biggest prize yet to her collection of belts—the AEW Women’s Championship—and beat “Timeless” Toni Storm. The ROWP crew is divided when it comes to the men’s World Heavyweight Championship. Titleholder Jon Moxley has managed to retain his belt in the most punishing matches

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43:16

Big Sh** Poppin: The Monday Night Raw (July 7, 2025)...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/07/14

Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed finally got some mic time and backed it all the way up in the ring. But it was the ladies who wound up getting a huge chunk of attention this week. Hear why the ROWP family feel like the upcoming PLE deserves a way better build up with booking. Then things really get heated as we debated how WWE is handling Jade Cargil. One of the guys think being a Tag Team Champion, having a marquee match at this past WrestleMania, being crowned Queen of The Ring recently and

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72:49

What U Gon’ Do: “Monday Night Raw” and “Dynamite”...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/07/06

As everyone enjoys the July 4th holiday, we’re keeping you plugged into what’s going down in WWE and AEW. AEW Dynamite It looked like Mercedes Moné had Toni Storm shook, delivering another strong match, this time against Mina Shirakawa. “The CEO” laid out the “Timeless” one in the middle of the ring, signaling that a title change feels imminent when these two Queens clash at “All In.” But, was Toni just playing possum this week? The ROWP fam breaks down why Mercedes’ momentum and Toni’s unraveling

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107:12

Name Me King: The “Night of Champions” Recap and...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/07/06

Night of Champions set the stage for explosive title chases and personal vendettas with two new crown holders being coronated. Cody Rhodes and Jade Cargill reigned supreme in the King and Queen of the Ring finals. Jade’s victory skyrockets her into the top of the women’s main event scene, while Cody’s reassertion in the title hunt may have cost him a friend. “The American Nightmare” delivered a fantastic match against fellow finalist and former mentor Randy Orton, filled with high spots and near

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110:27

Face Off: The Monday Night Raw Recap and Review,...

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2025/07/02

A jammed packed week, we got a show that’s brimming with hot takes, keen insight and star power. On the eve of his new LP 5816 Forest dropping, legendary lyricist Tech N9ne stops by to talk his love of wrestling as a kid, teaming up with The Rock on a record and even spits some bars!! Elsewhere, our The Rap on Wrestling Podcast Stable breaks down all the pivotal moments on Raw such as Cody Rhodes beating Jey Uso in the men’s semi finals of King of The Ring and Jade Cargil beating Roxanne Perez in

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48:19

Da Bomb – Friday Night SmackDown Recap & Review | Ep. 33

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/06/25

Heel John Cena has fully arrived, ladies and gents. The fuse has been lit, and the countdown to Night of Champions is on fire as “The Greatest of All Time” goes head-to-head with “The Best in the World,” CM Punk. This past Friday, Cena took aim directly at Punk’s legacy, revisiting the iconic “Pipe Bomb” promo from June 27, 2011. But this wasn’t nostalgia—this was war. The WWE Universal Champion delivered a venom-laced promo that shattered the fourth wall, blurred reality, and torched kayfabe. Live

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47:20

Guess Who’s Back: The Monday Night Raw Recap and...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/06/18

Goldberg made a surprise appearance on Raw. He wants gold and revenge in his hometown of Atlanta, GA. As World Heavyweight Champion Gunther has kickstarted another potentially dominant reign, the question looms—should his first title defense be against a top contender from the active roster, or was it the right decision to book him against on the July Saturday’s Night Main Event from ATL against Goldberg in what could be the Hall of Famer’s final match? Our crew’s various opinions are split. Some

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87:03

Many Men: Friday Night SmackDown & AEW Dynamite Recap...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/06/15

every major name on the SmackDown roster had something to say to The Champ, with Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, LA Knight, CM Punk, and Ron “The Truth” Killings all stepping to him. But it was Killings who made the loudest statement, ambushing Cena not once—but twice—throughout the night.Our crew dives into the big question: who should be the one to dethrone Cena? And is the looming Cena vs. Punk showdown at “Night Of Champions” starting to overshadow what’s becoming a hatred inflamed feud between Cena

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78:01

Blackout: A Crazy Week in WWE! “Money In The Bank,”...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/06/12

Title changes, face turns, surprise returns, and long-awaited victories — WWE turned the wrestling world on Tilt this past week, delivering one of the most unpredictable stretches in recent memory. From emotional moments to jaw-dropping swerves, fans were left breathless as WWE kept the gas pedal floored. The biggest shocker came when Jey Uso dropped the World Heavyweight Championship to Gunther, ending his reign just as momentum seemed to be building. The Ring General capitalized on a Jey being

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58:15

Rising to the Top: Money in the Bank 2025 Previews &...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/06/06

Money in the Bank always signals a major climate shift in WWE—and this year is no different. With a wide-open field in both the men’s and women’s ladder matches, several superstars are poised to rise to the occasion. Our crew breaks down the top contenders, reveals our picks, and makes bold predictions on when and how the briefcases will be cashed in. Plus, we’re split down the middle on the blockbuster tag team clash: John Cena & Logan Paul vs. Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso. What are the key

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55:45

Somewhereinamerica: The “Monday Night Raw” (June 2,...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/06/04

El Grande Americano just beat not one, but two Hall of Famers—AJ Styles and CM Punk—to qualify for the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. But is the masked technician the right pick for the final spot? Our panel breaks it down. On the women’s side, Stephanie Vaquer secured her place at the big PLE. Some of our crew already have her as their favorite to win it all—hear why. Meanwhile, with Finn Bálor still wildin’ out, Liv Morgan about to crash out, and Carlito gone from WWE entirely, what’s next

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79:40

Nuthin But The Truth/ Friday Night SmackDown...

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2025/06/03

Just before we hit record on Sunday, the wrestling world was rocked—R-Truth announced via social media that he had been released from WWE after almost two 20 years. Like fans everywhere (and even some of his fellow WWE Superstars who posted loving messages on X and IG), the Rap on Wrestling crew was stunned.In this episode, we honor Truth’s incredible legacy, relive some of his funniest, most iconic WWE moments, and reflect on why he’s one of the most beloved and entertaining performers of all time

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55:30

Shook Ones | NXT (May 27) & AEW Recap and Review |...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/06/03

Oh, you thought the straps around the waists of two of your favorite champions were safe? Think again. Last Tuesday, Stephanie Vaquer and Ricky Saints both lost their championships in shocking fashion. The Rap on Wrestling crew breaks down the implications of these upsets and what they mean for the shifting landscape of NXT. Over on AEW Dynamite, the champions held strong post-Double or Nothing—but the threats are looming. John Moxley and Toni Storm in particular now face major challenges in the

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51:45

Monday Night Raw (5-26-25) Recap and Review | Ep. 25

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2025/05/29

How dangerous is Paul Heyman and Seth “Freakin” Rollins’ new alliance with Bron Breakker and the just added Bronson Reed? The potential stronghold that they could put in WWE feels like it could be impregnable. Our Rap On Wrestling Podcast Faction each opine on how CM Punk, Sami Zayn and Jey USO can unite to make the odds not so insurmountable. Speaking of the World Heavyweight Champ, the winner of the Money In The Bank ladder match can challenge for the belt at any time, we analyze what it means

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123:37

Review and Recap for AEW “All Or Nothing” (5-25-25) |...

The Rap On Wrestling ·

2025/05/29

It was bloody, anarchy took place as advertised two opponents even kissed in the middle of the ring after their match and one poor guy took a staple gun yo the tongue. AEW’s marathon of matches, “All Or Nothing,” was unbridled chaos. The Rap on Wrestling Podcast Faction with special guess Gat$ breaks down all the matches, debate on whether Will Osprey or Hangman Page should have went over in their match, and ask the question, is Mercedes Monae positioned to have a Roman Reigns esque dominant

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