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The Ringer Wrestling Show

‘The Ringer Wrestling Show’ brings you instant reactions to the biggest matches, breakdowns of the hottest feuds, and analysis of all the latest gossip in the wild world of professional wrestling. Join "The Masked Man" David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters for a podcast feed that redefines what it means to be a wrestling fan.

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83:10

The Masked Man (Seth Rollins) and the Mystery Crate...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/03/02

OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What reveal from Saturday was more fulfilling, Danhausen coming out of the box or seeing Wheeler Yuta’s shaved head?David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the reveal that Danhausen was the wrestler in the mysterious crate (2:53). Then they recap WWE Elimination Chamber: Will Finn Balor be OK after his loss to CM Punk (15:54)? Seth Rollins returns to Elimination Chamber as the Masked Man (22:26) Randy Orton wins the men’s Elimination Chamber

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121:28

Finn Bálor Joins the Show and a Supersized...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/27

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who do you think is the lone person with a 97 overall rating in 'WWE 2K26'?The show starts off with Kaz taking a victory lap after AJ Styles confirmed that he is retired from the ring (10:27). Then he and David discuss the MVPs of ESPN’s coverage leading into the Elimination Chamber (17:56). They also discuss: Who is the best booker in wrestling today? (33:42) How they would push the young talent in WWE (49:09) Predictions for the men’s Elimination

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84:18

Olympic Pro Wrestling and the Injuries Threatening...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/24

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If professional wrestling were an Olympic sport, who would represent the United States?David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing WWE superstars who are appearing on ESPN shows (10:01), before David doubles down on his Seth Rollins injury take (19:57). They also discuss: Kaz’s insights into how the WWE creative team pivots when wrestlers get injured (28:10) Whether recent injuries have thrown the WrestleMania plans out the window (36:20) Who the

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82:55

Hangman’s Bold Stipulation and More Crate Speculation

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/20

David and Kaz kick off the show discussing Jon Heidenreich’s job at Walmart and which stores they could see wrestlers working in. (0:38) Then, they get into the following: Hangman’s proposed stipulation to challenge MJF for the AEW world championship (7:37) The latest happenings in NXT (48:42) What’s in store for the mysterious crate on 'SmackDown' (52:34) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem

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96:02

A Mystery Crate Arrives in WWE, Mercedes Moné’s $99...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/17

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who in WWE will be most likely to have a burner account (0:35)?A mystery crate has arrived in WWE, but what’s inside? David and Kaz kick off the show discussing Mercedes Mone’s $99 text service (7:50), then they discuss WWE’s new partnership (13:10). They also talk: Kevin Nash’s comments about Je’Von Evans and how Evans earned a spot in the Elimination Chamber (27:10). MJF’s upcoming AEW title defense against Zilla Fatu at House of Glory in New York

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63:39

AEW Grand Slam Preview. Plus, "Reported" WrestleMania...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/13

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What was your favorite part of the Super Bowl halftime show (0:37)?David and Kaz kick the show off by discussing Brody King not appearing on AEW and the discrepancies around it (5:21). Then they preview AEW Grand Slam (16:14) and a loaded 'Smackdown' (45:28). They close the show with “reported WrestleMania matches." (53:00)Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Brian H

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106:28

WrestleMania's Ticket Sales. Plus: NXT Champion Joe...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/10

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What was your favorite part of the Super Bowl halftime show (0:37)?David and Kaz kick off the discussion about which wrestler would host the best Super Bowl party (4:10). Then they discuss the following: WWE prohibiting local bars from showing WrestleMania (8:41) Whether or not a year-long story would help WrestleMania (20:44) AJ Lee-Becky Lynch and Liv Morgan- Stephanie Vaquer showdowns on 'Raw' (55:01) Rhea Ripley and LA Knight qualify for

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97:27

Liv Morgan, the Greatest Royal Rumble Winner, Joins...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/05

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Can a 48-year-old Brock Lesnar win in a real fight against Oba Femi (0:30)?David and Kaz kick off the discussion about which wrestler would host the best Super Bowl party (4:10). Then they discuss the following: Brody King defeating MJF to earn a shot at the AEW title (11:40) Will Ospreay is on his way back (14:05) Stephanie Vaquer retains Women’s World Title (24:53) Roman Reigns chooses CM Punk for his WrestleMania opponent (30:25)

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76:01

Roman Reigns Wins the Royal Rumble After Waiting for...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/02/02

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Which decision was worse: having Roman Reigns win the Royal Rumble or having LED lights (0:39)?David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing Roman Reigns’s Royal Rumble win and the reason why he is the most important WWE star today (2:24). They also discuss the following: Who else could have won if not Roman (20:30)? Liv Morgan wins the Women’s Royal Rumble, and Brie Bella makes a shocking return (34:16) Drew McIntyre defeats Sami Zayn (55:27)

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75:19

Who Wins the 2026 Royal Rumble?

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/30

David and Kaz kick off the show discussing Samoa Joe’s unfortunate non-contact injury that was revealed on Wednesday’s 'Dynamite' (0:37).Then, Ben joins the guys to discuss the following: The speed of which the Royal Rumble Saudi Arabia stadium was built (3:50) Betting odds for both the men’s and women’s Royal Rumbles (10:41) Royal Rumble card picks (47:13) Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠ TikTok⁠,⁠ Instagram Threads⁠, and⁠ X⁠. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem

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75:22

Is Sami Zayn the Next WWE Champion? Saturday Night’s...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/26

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Following Sami Zayn's victory in the Fatal 4-Way on 'Saturday Night's Main Event,' which of the four competitors is most likely to become a world champion next (0:30)? David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the possibility of Sami Zayn becoming the WWE champion at Royal Rumble (3:10).Then they discuss:Trick Williams’s performance in the Fatal 4-Way match (15:09) Jacob Fatu’s transformation and his match with Cody Rhodes (20:54) AJ Styles and Shinsuke

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93:37

Did The Rock Ruin John Cena’s Retirement Tour? Plus,...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/23

David and Kaz fire up the mics and discuss whether or not the Rock ruined John Cena’s retirement tour by filming ‘The Smashing Machine’ (8:19). Then, they discuss a few things from Season 2 of 'WWE Unreal' (20:25). They also discuss the following: The debate whether or not AEW is building new stars (35:00) Lainey Reid and Ricky Sosa grab the attention of wrestling fans everywhere (1:02:21) David’s rant of the week: Wrestlers should never wear plaid on television (1:14:34)

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81:43

Finn Balor is Going to be OK

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/20

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: After 'Monday Night Raw,' is Finn Balor still going to be OK (0:30)?David and Kaz return after the holiday with a big announcement from Kaz (2:32). Then they discuss the following from WWE Raw : Finn Balor fails to win the World Heavyweight Title (15:00) Giving CM Punk flowers for his current run as world champion (23:23) Royal Rumble predictions (42:35) 'WWE Unreal' Season 2 (53:23) TNA debut on AMC (58:00) Be sure to check out our

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84:04

NXT’s Big Reset, Big AEW and WWE Free Agent Signings,...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/15

THE LONGEST COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If wrestlers had shoe deals, who is the top superstar you’d be going after (0:30)?David and Kaz kick off the show with the latest in pro wrestling free agency: Powerhouse Hobbs is WWE bound (14:01) The Rascalz are AEW bound (28:11). Then they discuss NXT’s reset: Keanu Carver shows up and cleans house (34:30) Ethan Page and Shawn Michaels comparisons (47:43) Last, they recap AEW Dynamite (50:09). Be sure to check out our videos on⁠ BlueSky⁠,⁠

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84:16

Drew McIntyre Wins WWE Championship. Will Finn Balor...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/13

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Would it be better for Bron Breakker or Jacob Fatu to be mad at you (1:03)?The band is back together. David, Kaz, Ben, and Brian kick off the show by resuming their conversation about pro wrestling’s Trae Young comparison (4:20). Then they fantasy book a Survivor Series: WarGames match featuring USA vs. the world (10:50).Then David and Kaz recap the following from the weekend:Je’Von Evans's first match as part of the 'Raw' roster (15:33) Drew McIntyre defeats

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78:58

Shoemaker Plays Catch-Up With Everything He Missed in...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/08

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: For $600, would you rather have a bad Ric Flair cameo or nosebleed seats at the Elimination Chamber (1:00)?Shoes is back, and he is joined by Ben and Brian. He has a few more cold open questions, including: A bad Ric Flair cameo or an immaculate AI ’80s Ric Flair promo (3:32)? Bigger loss: EC3 leaving NWA or Brock Lesnar retiring from wrestling events (6:19)? Who is the wrestling Trae Young (7:38)? Then they discuss the following: Bron

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68:05

Was the One-Year Anniversary of ‘WWE Raw’ on Netflix...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2026/01/06

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What is your pro wrestling New Year’s resolution? Ben and Brian fill in for David and Kaz and kick off the show by discussing the one-year anniversary of ‘WWE Raw’ on Netflix, which had a ‘Stranger Things’ theme. They talk about the following: Brian’s experience in the arena vs. Ben’s experience watching on Netflix (3:00) How WWE incorporated ‘Stranger Things’ (8:23) CM Punk retains the world title against Bron Breakker (13:56) Is the Vision lackluster

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128:01

Best of 2025 Mailbag. Plus, Gunther Talks the Heat...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2025/12/18

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: When is the last time you tapped out like John Cena (1:05)? David is joined by Ben and Brian and they kick off the show to discuss wrestling after Cena. Then they get open the mailbag and look at your responses for some end-of-year awards, which include best hair, best entrance, most not-for-me angle, best pivot, and more (25:01).Then, they welcome the man who brought so many tears to adults and children when he retired Cena: the Ring General, Gunther (1:37:40). He

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87:35

Reviewing John Cena’s Last Match and Saturday Night’s...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2025/12/15

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you were John Cena, who would you have wanted to put over in your last match?David and Kaz spend today’s show diving into every angle of John Cena’s retirement at Saturday Night’s Main Event this past weekend. They give their initial reactions to Cena tapping out to Gunther and the fan response to one of the biggest stars in wrestling history calling it a career. Plus, they discuss the following: Gunther as Cena’s final opponent (12:20) Who from NXT

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117:45

Oba Femi Joins to Talk Saturday Night’s Main Event,...

The Ringer Wrestling Show ·

2025/12/12

On the eve of John Cena’s last match, David, Kaz, and Brian discuss his legacy and the hype meter for his final match with Gunther at Saturday Night’s Main Event (5:18)Then they discuss the following: Cody Rhodes vs. Oba Femi (39:15) Bayley vs. Sol Ruca (48:00) World Tag Team Champions AJ Styles & Dragon Lee vs. Je'Von Evans & Leon Slater (52:20) Who is the Masked Man in WWE (56:12)? Kyle Fletcher vs. SpeedBall Mike Bailey (1:03:20) LA Knight gets destroyed on

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