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Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast

Top Rope Nation

Top Rope Nation focuses on WWE, AEW, classic pro wrestling and so much more. We look at the wrestling industry from a fan's perspective while also engaging in high level analysis, insider news, and interviews with past and current wrestlers. The crew also specializes in deep-diving into historical topics from the past: WWF, WCW, ECW and more are all fair game.Whether it's AEW Dynamite or WWE Raw and WWE SmackDown, Top Rope Nation is the wrestling podcast you need in your weekly rotation.

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65:09

WWE WrestleMania 42, Night 2 Review: Roman and Punk...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/04/20

Join us as we review WWE WrestleMania 42 Vegas, Night 2. Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk have a classic main event. Brock Lesnar puts over Oba Femi in a strong way. Jade Cargill vs. Rhea Ripley. A 6-pack Ladder Match and much more!For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 260 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a

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63:45

WWE WrestleMania 42, Night 1 Review: That Show STUNK

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/04/19

Ryan and Jesse review WrestleMania 42, Night 1. A nonsensical match between Randy Orton vs. Cody Rhodes. Seth Rollins vs. Gunther. Jacob Fatu vs. Drew McIntyre. The return of Paige. And more.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 240 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a new 'TRN Classics' on

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16:47

Classics: WWF WrestleMania 10

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/04/18

This is your free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. Ryan, Justin, Jesse, and a returning Kyle Ross review WrestleMania X! Bret Hart vs. Owen Hart. Shawn Michaels vs. Razor Ramon. Bret Hart winning the title. Randy Savage's last televised WWF match. A great show reliving 1994!Head to ⁠https://www.patreon.com/topropenation⁠ to hear the entire podcast. We'd be honored to have your support. The

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71:48

AEW Dynasty Review: MJF Retains, Right Decision?

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/04/14

Join us for our full review of AEW Dynasty. We dive into the results from the PPV and whether or not MJF winning was the right choice. Plus, will Darby Allin unseat MJF as world champion this Wednesday night on Dynamite? For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 240 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a new

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77:27

AEW Still The Best Live Wrestling Experience,...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/04/03

A jam-packed show this week after a particularly busy week for the TRN hosts. We touch base on everything the three of us have been up to, including attending last week's Collision and Dynamite. We compare the AEW live experience to WWE and give our thoughts on why AEW is still the best ticket when it comes to pro wrestling live events. Then, some thoughts on Chris Jericho's return to AEW and the lackluster build to WrestleMania 42.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as

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91:47

TRN Unplugged Freebie! Misawa vs. Kobashi 3/1/03

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/03/27

Jesse is joined by Steven Conway with Speaking of Strong Style to cover the Mitsuharu Misawa vs Kenta Kobashi match from Pro Wrestling NOAH on 3/1/2003. This is the 5th bout of the 40-match project for 2026! This is a taste of the content we offer with our bonus shows over on Patron. Enjoy the show and want to listen to TRN Unplugged every week? Support us by becoming a Patron at https://www.patreon.com/topropenationPatrons receive multiple bonus podcasts each month ('TRN Classics,' 'TRN

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57:02

WWE WrestleMania Vegas Tickets Struggling, HHH To Blame?

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/03/24

This year's WWE WrestleMania event is around 40,000 ticket sales behind where last year's show in the same venue was at this point. Who is to blame for WWE's inability to draw a big number in Las Vegas this year? Does Paul Levesque (Triple H) deserve most of the blame? Plus, we look ahead to a big week in AEW with a loaded edition of Dynamite.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows,

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71:51

AEW Revolution Review: Did MJF & Hangman Go Too Far?

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/03/16

Join us for our full review of AEW Revolution 2026. We dive into the full AEW Revolution results, talk about MJF vs. Hangman Page and whether or not the violence went too far, the return of Will Ospreay, Ronda Rousey, Adam Copeland and Christian, and much more!For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 230 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon

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16:56

Classics: Hitman Hart Wrestling With Shadows

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/02/16

This is your free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. A bit different flavor on Classics this month. We're not reviewing an event, instead we look at one of the most influential wrestling documentaries of all time! A great discussion on Hitman Hart Wrestling With Shadows, as well as a bigger discussion on Bret, Shawn, Vince, and Montreal. This includes many of the different scenarios that were

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54:44

Roman Reigns Wins Royal Rumble, WWE's Booking...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/02/01

Join the gang as they review the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble. Roman Reigns is victorious and is set to head to WrestleMania. Good or bad? Plus, Liv Morgan wins the Rumble, AJ Styles looks ready to leave the WWE, and more. We close with a little AEW discussion, Ciampa's debut, and a comparison of the ages of top stars in WWE vs. AEW.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on

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69:37

What Tanahashi's Last Match Was Like IN PERSON!

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2026/01/07

Join Ryan and Jesse as they're joined by Jeremy Finestone to discuss Jeremy's trip to Japan for WrestleKingdom 20! Jeremy was on hand, in floor seats, for Hiroshi Tanahashi's farewell match against Kazuchika Okada this past weekend. We discuss the match, Jeremy's experience traveling to Japan, the Tokyo Dome, and much more. Make sure to check out Jeremy's weekly NJPW podcast, Speaking of Strong Style, on the Fight Game Media Network.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as

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90:03

2025 Pro Wrestling Awards, AEW Worlds End Live...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/12/31

We discuss attending last Saturday's AEW Worlds End PPV in Chicago at the NOW Arena. Plus, thoughts on where AEW goes with MJF as the new AEW World Champion. Plus, our TRN 2025 Pro Wrestling Awards. Men's and Women's Wrestler of the Year, Match of the Year, Show of the Year, Promotion of the Year, Breakout Star, Most Improved, and more!For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider

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16:06

Classics: WCW Clash of the Champions 17 (Sting vs....

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/12/21

This is your free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. Ryan, Justin, and Jesse review WCW Clash of the Champions XVII from November 1991. Sting vs. Rick Rude, Lex Luger vs. Rick Steiner, The Enforcers vs. Dustin Rhodes and Ricky Steamboat, and much more!The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head

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57:39

John Cena's Final Match Reaction, WWE SNME Review

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/12/14

Ryan and Jesse review John Cena's last match, talk about where Cena ranks historically in the WWE, and break down the rest of the WWE Saturday Night's Main Event card too!For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 230 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a new 'TRN Classics' on WCW Halloween

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63:30

John Cena vs. Gunther Preview, AEW Booking Into The...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/12/07

The boys talk about Netflix acquiring Warner Bros and what means for AEW moving forward. John Cena will be wrestling Gunther in his final match on WWE Saturday Night's Main Event. Was this the right decision? Plus, will the injection of Oba Femi and Sol Ruca on the card benefit the WWE? Then, the boys close with the opening of the AEW Continental Classic and all of the stories in the promotion.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows

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60:24

AEW Full Gear Review: Swerve's HUGE Return, New Champ

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/11/23

Join us as we review and react to this year's AEW Full Gear event. Swerve Strickland made a surprise appearance at the end of the event, leading to all kinds of storyline possibilities in the months ahead. We will talk about some of them. But in the end, Samoa Joe is the new AEW World Champion. Where does this leave Hangman Adam Page?Plus, thoughts on the rest of the card as well.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free

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15:25

Classics: WCW Halloween Havoc 1989

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/11/18

This is your free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. Ryan, Justin, and Jesse review WCW Halloween Havoc 1989. Ric Flair and Sting vs. Terry Funk and The Great Muta in the Thunderdome, Lex Luger vs. Brian Pillman, and much more!The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more. Head

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51:11

John Cena's Final Match, WWE Dropping The Ball?

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/11/09

WWE revealed that John Cena's farewell match will be determined by a 16-man tournament. The winner will face Cena on Saturday Night's Main Event in December. Is this a missed opportunity? Plus, some AEW talk and the latest on Blood and Guts this Wednesday night on Dynamite.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 200 bonus podcasts

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65:04

CM Punk Wins World Title, AEW Blood and Guts Build

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/11/02

CM Punk is once again a world champion in WWE, defeating Jey Uso in the main event of Saturday Night's Main Event. Plus, AEW builds toward Blood and Guts in two weeks. Plus, your voicemails on the show hitting a massive milestone. The 400th episode of Top Rope Nation is here.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 200 bonus podcasts available

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80:20

WCW Halloween Havoc Complete History, Greatest...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/10/31

Join us for a fun one from the Top Rope Nation archives as we look back at some of the greatest matches and moments from the original Halloween Havoc event. We examine the full history of NWA/WCW Halloween Havoc from 1989-2000, and what we ended up with here is one of our favorite historical podcasts that we have ever done. Note: This show was originally released in October 2020 (Ep. 180) and is presented once again here as a bonus this week. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as

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