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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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72:01

WWE Ring Boy Case To Continue | Pollock & Thurston

Wrestlenomics ·

2025/02/05

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the latest involving the Ring Boy lawsuit and the Janel Grant case.The Ring Boy lawsuit will continue after the Maryland Supreme Court’s ruling this week to uphold the Child Victims Act. Since the ruling, additional survivors have joined the lawsuit as plaintiffs. The amended complaint was filed by Janel Grant’s legal team last Friday with new details and names attached and we will go through all the key points outlined in the 101-page filing.Plus: Stephanie

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60:50

WWE Royal Rumble: 60,000+ Expected | Pollock & Thurston

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2025/01/29

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about a record-setting Royal Rumble, WWE’s performance on SNME, and a return to Paris.This week, they cover the Royal Rumble at Lucas Oil Stadium, which will set new attendance and gate records and cap off an incredible month in 2025.Plus: Viewership for Saturday Night’s Main Event on NBC and Peacock is confirmed, Clash in Paris is the latest on AEW Grand Slam Australia, and how are the three-hour SmackDowns performing?VIDEO VERSION:

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77:16

WWE and TNA enter multi-year partnership | Pollock &...

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2025/01/22

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are here to discuss the WWE and TNA multi-year partnership and what each side has to gain. Rich Fann from PWTorch.com will stop by to discuss the WWE and TNA alliance, the benefits and liabilities of this news, the potential value on both sides and lots more.Plus: Netflix holds its earning call and comments on WWE’s viewership, an update regarding DR. Carlon Colker, Nick Khan speaks in Las Vegas, AEW Grand Slam Australia & Dynasty, and whether WWE has a ‘Hulk

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64:48

Latest on Grant Case, Vince McMahon SEC Settlement |...

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2025/01/15

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss all the latest filings in the Janel Grant case and Vince McMahon’s SEC settlement.Plus: Netflix releases its first set of viewership figures for WWE Raw, TKO & Saudi Arabia poised to launch a boxing promotion, SmackDown viewership trends in the three-hour format, and the UFC’s media rights are up in the air. They also chat about Thurston’s latest opinion piece in the Wrestlenomics Report RELATED:Netflix Global Viewership dataJanel Grant’s team requests

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31:33

BREAKING NEWS: Vince McMahon Fined by SEC, WWE...

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2025/01/10

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are back to discuss the SEC’s announcement that Vince McMahon will pay a fine and reimburse WWE over regulatory violations.On Friday, the SEC announced that the former WWE chairman will pay a fine and reimburse WWE for his failure to disclose two agreements signed in 2019 and 2022.Pollock & Thurston discuss the fallout from this news, Vince McMahon’s on-the-record statement, and what happens next. Plus, a breakdown of the viewership data for the WWE Raw premiere

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70:11

WWE Launches on Netflix | Pollock & Thurston

Wrestlenomics ·

2025/01/08

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston react to WWE's launch on Netflix and the fallout from the show at the Intuit Dome.They chat about the presentation on Netflix, the reaction to the show, and the coverage it received.Plus: An update on all the latest news involving the Janel Grant case, SmackDown to move back to two hours, WWE’s involvement with Hulk Hogan’s Real American Beer and the audience rejecting of Hogan, John Cena’s schedule for 2025, Royal Rumble 2026 going to Saudi Arabia, the start of

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31:27

Wrestlenomics Report: Smackdown to 3 hours, Lee...

Wrestlenomics ·

2025/01/01

The full written version of the new weekly newsletter: https://wrestlenomics.com/newsletter/2024/wrestlenomics-report-3-hour-smackdown-all-in-texas-lee-fitting-aew-international-rights-netflix/Housekeeping: What is this?Smackdown moves to 3 hours in JanuaryEarly All In Texas estimate of tickets distributedNetflix NFL games average about 24 million viewers, no major issuesAEW international rights: ITV renews UK, Sky in Italy expires, new Canada dealWWE moves to Netflix in India in AprilWWE, Vince

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70:35

Misconduct Alleged Against WWE Production Head Lee...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/12/18

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the Lee Fitting story in the New York Times and Saturday Night’s Main Event ratings.Katie Strang and Andrew Marchand have a major story covering Lee Fitting’s departure from ESPN last year amid misconduct allegations. John & Brandon chat about the story, what is alleged, and WWE’s decision to hire Fitting.Plus: WWE returned to NBC with Saturday Night’s Main Event and the ratings are out (including streaming numbers), Tony Khan speaks before ROH Final

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66:55

A Frothy Marketplace for TKO | Pollock & Thurston

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2024/12/11

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston review Mark Shapiro’s comments at the UBS conference on TKO’s upcoming year, including its launch on Netflix.The TKO president and COO spoke about WWE’s move to the top streaming platform in the world, the potential of more two-night premium live events, site fees, and TKO’s interest in boxing. Plus: The latest on the investigation into Vince McMahon and the status of the “stay”, additional details emerge regarding the issues between CM Punk and Ryan Nemeth in AEW,

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63:46

Wrestlenomics Radio (12/8/2024)

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2024/12/08

The latest on pro wrestling business, with Brandon Thurston.Latest Dynamite ratings and other AEW ratings and attendance trendsWWE ratings and attendance trendsSaturday Night's Main Event ratings from 2006 to 2008. How NBC performs lately in that time slot.Your questions======📺 FIND LINK TO YOUTUBE VIDEO VERSION HERE: https://youtube.com/live/qk1RgTXDDyY======✍️ http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics🎙 http://wrestlenomics.com/podcast▶️ http://youtube.com/c/wrestlenomics📷

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80:16

‘Family Friendly Raw’ Coming to Netflix | Pollock &...

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2024/12/04

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about WWE and Netflix’s media day and what viewers can expect in January when Raw moves platforms.Plus: WWE is attempting to place the ring boy lawsuit on hold until a Supreme Court ruling, WWE sets another arena record for Survivor Series in Canada, Eric Bischoff criticizes AEW, Saturday Night’s Main Event returns to NBC this month, and a two-month check-up on NXT since its move to CW. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/EO20zWuaIn8RELATED:Netflix, WWE

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77:22

Conor McGregor Found Civilly Liable | Pollock & Thurston

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/11/27

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the fallout for Conor McGregor after the conclusion of the civil case where a jury found him liable for sexual assault.We welcome lawyer Jason Cruz from MMA Payout to discuss the decision, the fallout for McGregor’s business endeavors, and his future in fighting.Plus: AEW is moving its Grand Slam event to a smaller arena in Brisbane in February, Ricky Starks pulled from GCW events, the latest on Wesley Eisold’s suit over the ‘American Nightmare’ trademark

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59:52

Linda McMahon for Education Secretary | Pollock &...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/11/20

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss Linda McMahon’s role in Trump’s administration, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson & AEW’s third-quarter performance.The President-elect has chosen Linda McMahon to lead the Education Department with many questioning this latest cabinet choice.Netflix staged one of its biggest events ever this past Friday, the boxing match from AT&T Stadium, but the broadcast was hardly flawless. Plus: AEW’s Q3 performance, WWE confirms its location for Raw on Jan. 6, AEW

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68:12

Are Blue Skies Ahead for Wrestling Discourse? |...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/11/13

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the latest including Linda McMahon’s role in Trump’s cabinet, WWE’s cuts, Tyson vs. Paul on Netflix & more.Pollock and Thurston chat about Linda McMahon’s rumored appointment to Trump’s cabinet as its head of commerce, Dr. Carlon Colker issues another filing and Ann Callis responds, WWE makes a handful of talent cuts, and Netflix presents Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul this Friday at AT&T Stadium.Plus: Toronto will host Elimination Chamber, NXT goes on the

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89:17

TKO Q3 Earnings, Journalist Robert Jackman | Pollock...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/11/07

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through TKO’s Q3 earnings report, a breakdown of the Crown Jewel show, and chat about the WON Hall of Fame.Pollock and Thurston discuss the details from Wednesday’s Q3 earnings and call with analysts, the key takeaways from the report, and a follow-up interview Mark Shapiro did on CNBC. Our guest is U.K. journalist Robert Jackman, who attended the WWE events in Saudi Arabia this past weekend and provides an in-person report on WWE’s popularity in the country,

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65:05

Wrestlenomics Radio (11/3/2024)

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/11/03

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.======The latest on pro wrestling business, with Brandon Thurston.WWE, AEW popularity (attendance & TV ratings) monthly updateBloodline story continues to pop quarter-hours, YouTube highlightsWrestlemania ticket prices over timeUpdate on WWE/TKO ownershipMerchandise rankings estimatesYour questions:How would you assess

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87:23

WWE ID Program Launched, Exclusive Details | Pollock...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/10/30

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston provide a breakdown of the WWE ID program, which was announced this week. They discuss the details the company has shared along with additional information and many questions this initiative brings up. Mark Pollesel, promoter of C*4 Wrestling in Ottawa, Ontario, joins us to share his reaction to WWE ID program and the response he received on Tuesday after outlining those issues on X. Plus: A report suggests Vince McMahon is looking to resume his career, WrestleMania

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85:02

Former Ring Boys Sue WWE, Vince & Linda McMahon |...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/10/24

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Greg Gutzler and Lee Cole to discuss the lawsuit filed by five ex-WWF ring boys against Vince & Linda McMahon and TKO.This is a detailed look at the 82-page complaint, the allegations by five John Does who worked for the WWF throughout the 1980s, and what they accuse the WWF of knowing. Greg Gutzler, partner at DeCello Levitt, is representing the five ex-ring boys and speaks about the development of this case, the process leading to Wednesday’s

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78:28

Donald Trump and the UFC | POST x Wrestlenomics |...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/10/23

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the long ties between the UFC and Donald TrumpJournalist Karim Zidan of Sports Politika returns to chat about his new audio series In the Red Corner detailing Trump’s history with the promotion and how it has served the Republican strategy to cater to its audience.Plus: Preliminary approval is granted by Judge Richard Boulware, Rolling Stone speaks with six ex-WWE writers, Piers Morgan presents a trainwreck involving Vince Russo and Phil Mushnick, NXT books

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70:01

Former ROH COO Joe Koff passes away | POST x...

Wrestlenomics ·

2024/10/16

NOTE: Sorry for the poor quality of Brandon's audio. I had tech issues just as we were going live -BrandonJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about the latest filing by Janel Grant’s team and look back at the career of the late Joe Koff. This past week, Grant’s team filed a memorandum opposing Dr. Carlon Colker & the Peak Wellness clinic’s attempt to dismiss their bill of discovery as Grant continues to seek her past medical records.Former ROH COO Joe Koff passed away this week and we

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