Squared Circle Spotlight

This week we break down everything that went down at AEW Revolution and ask the big question: did the show actually deliver? We dive into the biggest matches, the standout moments, and what it all means going forward in All Elite Wrestling. Plus, we react to the shocking heel turn from Randy Orton and what it means on the road to WrestleMania. Is this the start of a new “Viper” era, and how will C...

In this episode we break down the full card and give our official predictions for AEW Revolution 2026.The biggest match of the night sees MJF defend the AEW World Championship against Hangman Adam Page in a brutal Texas Death Match. We debate who walks out champion and whether this feud could steal the entire show. We also preview the huge tag team showdown between FTR and The Young Bucks, plus di...

In this episode we break down one of the wildest weeks in wrestling. We start with the shocking title win by Cody Rhodes and ask the big question: was this just a huge moment… or the start of a heel turn? Will we see a face Cody take on a face Randy Orton, or a shocking twist? We also dive into the heated promo battle between CM Punk and Roman Reigns. Did things get a little too real, or was it ju...

💀 Danhausen DEBUTS?! Was anyone expecting that?!🔥 The Chamber results flipped everything heading into WrestleMania.😬 And yes… our official picks did NOT survive the night. We break down:The Danhausen moment and what it means going forwardThe biggest swerve of the nightMatches that delivered (and the ones that… didn’t)Why our predictions aged terribly in real timeWas this genius booking? Chaos?...

This week’s wrestling news is WILD.⚡ Kenny Omega vs Swerve Strickland just hit another level — are we witnessing the start of something bigger… or a full heel shift?🎤 MJF and Hangman Page absolutely unloaded in a promo that felt way too real. Was that scripted… or personal?📦 A mysterious box delivered to WWE has fans spiraling. Who sent it? What’s inside? Is this a return, a debut, or something...

This week on Bad Gimmicks, Better Merch, we dive into one of WWE's most short-lived supernatural experiments - Mordecai. The glowing eyes, the white robes, the Old Testament vengeance. How did something so visually intense flame out so fast? Then we pivot to the complete opposite energy - The Wrestling album. Bad singing, wild personalities, and peak 80's excess. Failed character pushes to...

This week we break down all the biggest wrestling stories across AEW and WWE.On the AEW side, we cover the fallout from Grand Slam Australia, the major results coming out of the show, and what it means moving forward. On the WWE side, we dive into:CM Punk vs Finn Balor and the Elimination Chamber buildCody Rhodes qualifying for ChamberThe latest on Bron Breakker’s injuryThe discussion around Wrest...

The Super Show is back. This week on Squared Circle Spotlight, we return with Super Show II, our latest AEW vs WWE Debate, with two teams going head-to-head over the biggest questions in wrestling today. We debate:Star Power – Who really has the bigger names? Storytelling – Long-term booking vs moment-driven chaosThe Forbidden Door – Game changer or overrated? Fan Dedication – Which fanbase truly...

The Royal Rumble is in the books and there’s a LOT to unpack. Roman Reigns punches his ticket to WrestleMania by winning the Rumble, AJ Styles calls it a career, and the road to WrestleMania just got chaotic. We break down everything that mattered from the Rumble, what Roman’s win really means, how AJ’s retirement impacts WWE going forward, and we jump way too early into our WrestleMania predictio...

In Episode 2 of Bad Gimmicks, Better Merch , we dive headfirst into one of the strangest and most short-lived gimmicks in wrestling history: Seven . From creepy vignettes to a debut that imploded on live TV, we break down what WCW was thinking, why the character failed instantly, and how Dustin Rhodes famously pulled the plug himself. On the flip side, we take a look at something that actually wor...

We break down Sami Zayn earning the #1 contendership and what his upcoming WWE Championship match could mean — is this finally his moment, or just another obstacle in the title picture? Opinions are split, and things get heated fast. On the AEW side, we dive into what’s really going on with the Deathriders , what their presence means for the roster, and whether this storyline is clicking or creati...

This week, we take a hard (and honest) look at one of the most infamous WWF gimmicks ever — Akeem the African Dream. We break down how the character came to be, why it failed, and how it’s remembered today through a modern lens. On the merch side, we shift gears to something done right as we review the Mattel Elite Piper’s Pit Roddy Piper figure. From presentation to accessories, we discuss whethe...

Cody Rhodes officially entering the Royal Rumble could change WWE’s entire road to WrestleMania. We break down the #1 contender tournament, the escalating tension with Drew McIntyre and Jacob Fatu, and what this all signals for the title picture. On the AEW side, we discuss Brody King possibly lining up for MJF, Mercedes Moné stepping away, and the growing speculation that Powerhouse Hobbs may be...

We’re calling our shot. This week on Squared Circle Spotlight , the crew throws out our boldest and hottest predictions for 2026 across WWE, AEW, and the wrestling world at large. Title runs, heel turns, surprise returns, and career-defining moments — we’re putting it all on record now so it can be clipped, argued over, and thrown back in our faces next year. Agree? Disagree? Bookmark it now.

This week, we dive deep into one of the biggest questions in modern wrestling: are championships still meaningful, or have they become storytelling props? We break down how titles are used today, when they elevate stories, and when they feel completely hollow. Plus, our Gimmick of the Week takes us back to one of WWE’s most controversial factions — Right to Censor . Did it work as satire, or was i...

AEW World’s End is officially in the books, and we’re breaking it all down. This week on Squared Circle Spotlight , we review the full card, react to the biggest moments from the night, and compare our predictions to what actually went down. Who exceeded expectations, which results surprised us, and what does the fallout mean for AEW heading into the new year? Let’s get into it.

This week on Squared Circle Spotlight, the crew makes their official predictions for AEW World’s End — who walks out the final AEW show of the year on top? Then, we deck the halls of wrestling history with our Gimmicks of the Week: the bizarre, short-lived holiday legends The Christmas Creature and Xanta Claus. Grab some eggnog, because this one’s a mix of festive chaos, hot takes, and classic wre...

The Spotlight crew is BACK! We’re talking WWE’s brand new LJN figures, reliving Saturday Night’s Main Event, and maybe shedding a tear over John Cena’s retirement match. And if that wasn’t enough chaos… our Gimmick of the Week is none other than Kerwin White. Yeah. That Kerwin White. Let’s go.

Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀https://vidiq.com/SQUAREDCIRCLEIt’s that time of year again! The gang breaks down the best of 2025 in our annual Spotlight Awards—where we honor the wrestlers, matches, and moments that kept us glued to the screen all year long. Laugh with us, argue with us, and let us know YOUR winners in the comments!

Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀https://vidiq.com/SQUAREDCIRCLE WarGames delivered chaos, surprises, and a few downright ugly moments — and we’re breaking down ALL of it! In this episode, we dive into the GOOD (the standout performances and booking wins), the BAD (questionable choices and weird pacing), and the UGLY (yep… those moments you already know). We also cover all the winners, sho...

Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀https://vidiq.com/SQUAREDCIRCLE This week on Squared Circle Spotlight, we're breaking down everything from AEW Full Gear 2025! Was it worth the hype? Plus, we're making our bold predictions for WWE Wargames - who's walking out victorious? And for our Gimmick of the Week, we're lacing up the skates to discuss one of wrestling's most bizar...

Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀https://vidiq.com/SQUAREDCIRCLE This week on the Squared Circle Spotlight, things get weird fast. Jeremy kicks off the show with a fully committed, absolutely unauthorized Slam Master J birthday cameo for Kathy — and it is somehow both beautiful and horrifying. Then we break down the Top 5 most controversial Survivor Series moments of all time: screwjobs, b...

Get vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀https://vidiq.com/SQUAREDCIRCLE It’s draft season, baby! The crew builds their ultimate Survivor Series teams — past and present — and things get heated as alliances crumble faster than a 90’s tag team. Then Jeremy takes things to the next level, stepping into the shoes (and durag) of Slam Master J himself for a one-on-one interview you didn’t know you need...

The crew dives into Saturday Night’s Main Event and things get heated over Cody’s latest win. Is Jey Uso really “Main Event” material, or just along for the ride? Plus, our Gimmick of the Week is one that can’t be unseen — the legend himself, Naked Mideon! It’s chaos, controversy, and cheeks — only on Squared Circle Spotlight!

The lights are out, the fog machine’s on, and Jeremy’s fallen in love — with himself. The gang breaks down wrestling’s most terrifying moments, from demonic druids to worm buffets, before paying tribute to the legend of WCW’s most awkward monster: The Fat Chick Thrilla, Mike Awesome! Grab your candy, your mask, and your worst gimmick ideas — this Halloween episode is pure spooky chaos.