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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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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

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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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72:50

Current Top 10 WWE and AEW Wrestlers

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/10/26

Join us as we talk about all the latest news in WWE and AEW. We discuss AEW women's tag team championship tournament, the upcoming planned sale of WBD and how it will impact AEW, and WWE's card for Saturday Night's Main Event next week.Then, our featured topic this week: we rank our current top ten wrestlers in the world of North American pro wrestling.Link to the survey: https://forms.gle/vJpc2GEkMCeQPunEAFor bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of

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79:16

AEW WrestleDream Review, Did Moxley & Darby Go Too Far?

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/10/20

Join us as we talk about AEW WrestleDream. Darby Allin defeated Jon Moxley in an I Quit match, Hangman Page and Kris Statlander retained their AEW World championships. What direction is AEW heading as we close out 2025?Link to the survey: https://forms.gle/vJpc2GEkMCeQPunEAFor 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 in the

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15:12

Classics: WWF In Your House Mind Games

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/10/13

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 WWF In Your House Mind Games. Shawn Michaels vs. Mankind, The Undertaker vs. Goldust, Bret Hart's ongoing contract saga, 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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47:44

Why WWE Crown Jewel Is A Waste, AEW 6th Anniversary

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/10/05

Join us as we talk about WWE Crown Jewel and how the show's gimmick leads to the company blowing two of the biggest matches they could possibly have - Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins and Stephanie Vaquer vs. Tiffany Stratton. Plus, thoughts on AEW's 6th anniversary and the build to WrestleDream.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

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65:48

WWE's Rot Runs Deep, AEW Fires Back With Success

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/09/28

Ryan returns to the flagship, and the trio has a lot to get off their chest. Join us as we talk about WWE's recent streak of bad looks: WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia, Paul Heyman flaunting Brock Lesnar's alleged involvement in a sexual trafficking case, ticket sales falling off considerably, continued corporate greed, and more. Plus, WWE's efforts to counterprogram All Out falls on their face as Wrestlepalooza gets mid-reviews.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as

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46:56

AJ Lee Returns, AEW All Out Toronto Build

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/09/07

The guys discuss the return of AJ Lee, her past in WWE, and what 2025 and beyond could look like. Plus, thoughts on AEW's build to All Out in Toronto.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 in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'TRN Classics' on Great American Bash 1986

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63:48

Will Ospreay Faces Surgery, AEW Forbidden Door Thoughts

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/08/26

Join us as we review AEW Forbidden Door and talk about Will Ospreay's neck surgery. Plus, Hangman Adam Page retains the AEW World Title over MJF, a crazy lights out steel cage 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 200 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'TRN

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56:01

WWE's ESPN Deal Shakes Up Wrestling Industry

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/08/10

Join us as we discuss the latest news on ESPN acquiring the rights to WWE PLE events. Plus, more thoughts on Brock Lesnar's return to WWE, details on how it went down, and the latest on AEW and the build to Forbidden Door.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 in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just

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76:00

Brock Lesnar Returns, Cody Prevails, WWE SummerSlam...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/08/04

Cody Rhodes wins the title back from John Cena, but Brock Lesnar's return steals the headlines (and has us ranting).Plus, an awesome triple threat women's match that opened the show, an unfortunate incident with a zip tie, 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 200 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute

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78:20

Seth Rollins Cashes In, WWE SummerSlam Night 1 Review

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2025/08/03

Seth Rollins once again closed out a major WWE PLE as the headline news. After CM Punk and Gunther had an incredible main event bout, Rollins emerged, dropped his crutches, and walked out the new WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Plus, thoughts on Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss, Jelly Roll, Tiffany Stratton, 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

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73:12

Hulk Hogan's Shocking Death (and Complex Legacy)

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2025/07/24

The wrestling world is reacting to the sudden death of Hulk Hogan (Terry Bollea). Hogan passed away on July 24, 2025 at the age of 71 years old. There is no question that Hogan is one of the biggest and most important names in the history of professional wrestling. He was a Mt. Rushmore level icon in the sport. But there's also no question that the Hulkster's legacy became much more complicated, due to his own actions, over the last couple of decades. We discuss what Hogan means to the

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74:46

AEW All In Texas Nailed It, Hangman Page Captures Title

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/07/13

Join us for our AEW All In Texas review. We discuss Hangman Adam Page defeating Jon. Moxley in an INSANE Texas Death Match, Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Mone, Kazuchika Okada vs. Kenny Omega, Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, and a lot more.Plus, thoughts on Saturday Night's Main Event, Bill Goldberg's retirement match, and the injury to Seth Rollins.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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56:44

Can Hangman Adam Page Take AEW To The Next Level?

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/07/06

AEW All In is scheduled for next weekend, and Hangman Adam Page will challenge Jon Moxley for the AEW World Title in a Texas Death Match. Is Page the man to take AEW to the next level? Plus, Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland team up against the Young Bucks. Is this the right use of these teams? Will Mercedes Mone defeat Timeless Toni Storm? Lastly, we talk the latest wrestling news and rumors, including AJ Styles WWE contract status.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as

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100:46

The Great American Bash: Best Moments, History of the...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/07/04

Happy Independence Day weekend! Today we present a show from the Top Rope Nation archives (2021).We discuss the rich history of the NWA and WCW Great American Bash PPV events (and tours). We're joined by wrestling historian Graham Cawthon, founder of TheHistoryofWWE.com, to get into all of the details of the Bash events. We talk best moments, best matches, how the event got started, and much more.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling

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15:33

Classics: WWF Saturday Night's Main Event #21 (Hogan...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/06/27

This is your monthly 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 the 21st edition of WWF Saturday Night's Main Event (taped Apr. 25, 1989 and aired May 27, 1989). Hulk Hogan vs. Big Boss Man in a steel cage, the Brain Busters vs. Demolition, Rick Rude vs. Jim Duggan, and much more!The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all

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67:07

WWE Night Of Champions In Danger? Cena Pipebomb, AEW...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/06/22

With the U.S. launching an attack on Iran, should WWE move their Night of Champions show in Saudi Arabia this Saturday? Should Night of Champions be cancelled altogether? We discuss. Plus, thoughts on John Cena's "pipebomb" on CM Punk from this past Friday, Bill Goldberg's return, the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments, as well as some thoughts on AEW Grand Slam Mexico and the build to All In.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic

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130:24

Unplugged: WWE vs. NXT, A Double Standard For Men and...

Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast ·

2025/06/16

Jesse is joined by Cam Hawkins and Kel Dansby for a special edition of Top Rope Nation Unplugged! They discuss Mariah May's arrival in NXT as Blake Monroe. Is there a double standard for men and women as it pertains to being sent to developmental instead of the main roster?Plus, some thoughts on changes in the wrestling media and more.If you enjoyed this special free edition of Top Rope Nation Unplugged and want to hear every episode, make sure to join our Patreon

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