The Hammerlock Hangover

This week, Jeff gets into Twitter trouble after criticizing the first entrant into NWA's Empowerrrrrrrrr Women's Invitational. We deep dive into the drama and set the record straight. Also, after passing away earlier this week, we look back at Mr. Wonderful's legacy. Plus, the boys run down the WWE Money in the Bank card and give predictions, argue over Goldberg vs Lashley, and review the last wee...

This week, the boys discuss the AEW debut of Malakai Black/Tommy End (or whatever his name is now). Steve trashes the selling of his eye, while Jeff loves on it. Is a Cody burial next for Black? They review AEW Dyna... Errr, I mean Road Rager as Jeff schools you on why the Bucks match was garbage, we compare Moxley to crusty bread, and the boys disagree on Britt Baker's promo. Plus, NXT Great Amer...

With WWE dropping their Top 50 WWE Tag Teams list this week, Jeff and Steve decided to discuss who are the best tag teams in wrestling. Who made the list, who didn't, and who placed better than others? Also, we quickly chat about recent releases, the latest developments on all the major weekly wrestling shows, Jeff gives a review of Salina De La Renta's jammies, and Great American Bash predictions...

This week the boys spend a bulk of the time talking about the news of WWE hiring a writer that knows nothing about wrestling, what skills are needed for writing, and the importance of diversity. We also hear about Jeff's hard times while attempting to order wrestling tees from WWE, AEW and ROH. Plus, other wrestling news, AEW Dynamite recap, and more!

This special episode is a simulcast of a recent unPOPULAR Review Show Jeff & Steve Co-hosted. In it, they review the June 21st, 2021 episode of WWE Monday Night Raw. You'll hear their thoughts on Nikki Cross' new superhero gimmick, Piper Niven gets a name, reviews of Riddle, RKO and the build to Money in te Bank.

This week the guys review the Takeover talking points. Joe is back. Kross is a heel. LA Knight is a star. We distinguish southern from swampy-moonshine-voodoo-inbred and argue about Eva Marie. Andrade fizzles even outside AEW; appropriate amount of AEW criticism; ratings, news, and fun. Oh... and WWE Hell in a Cell predictions.

This week's episode is full of potpourri as Jeff and Steve discuss a myriad of wrestling hot topics in a lackluster week of wrestling results. Topics include two startling resignations from pro wrestling, two recent WWE Releases signing with the competition, NXT Takeover: In Your House predictions, the latest ratings, and why Cameron Grimes should be called up o he Main Roster.

The guys dive into the WWE releases and corporate moves and rumors. They also review Double or Nothing, Smackdown, Raw and NXT. Of course, the news. Perhaps most importantly, they dusted off their 2021 predictions (and some friend’s predictions) and reviewed how they did mid year.

This week we cover AEW Double or Nothing predictions with Alex Slowes from the "Off the Mat" podcast and play-by-play announcer for Tampa Bay Pro Wrestling. We start the show with the rumors of WWE and NJPW entertaining a business partnership; Jeff and Steve break down whether they believe it or not and what it could mean for the wrestling industry. We give good ple Tuckayyy a job. Plus, the lates...

Backlash takes many forms. The guys discuss Wrestlemania Backlash; backlash to Zombies; backlash to NXT releases; backlash to major programming changes for AEW; backlash from rumors of discord between the Elite and within the elite in New Japan; backlash to the death of the controversial New Jack. All that and a review of the news, wrestling shows, ratings and more Lanny Poffo than is logical.

This week, Jeff & Steve start off with the rumors of Thea Trinidad (aka Zelina Vega) returning to WWE. We mark out at all the possibilities of booking her return. We have Impact Rebellion ratings and compare them to a lame house party. Also, WWE WrestleMania Backlash predictions! AEW Dynamite Reviews! And, we manage to piss off the mutant pterodactyl community as Jeff poops on the Savage Land.

This is a special episode of Hammerlock Hangover as Jeff & Steve interview Harry Aaron (25 min), Sports Photographer, and Kim Artlip (1hr, 30min), Ignite Wrestling Creator and Promoter. Check out their compelling stories of how they got into the Wrestling business and how to achieve success in the industry. Harry shares the importance of getting credit for creative work, including a recent exchang...

On this episode of the CLINICALLY ACCLAIMED Hammerlock Hangover, we talk about the rumors of Tessa Blanchard closing in on an agreement with AEW. What does it mean for their Women's division? What does it mean for Daga? What does it mean for Nagata? Find out here! Chelsea Green had ideas for her WWE character, we break them down. Also, the #FireTaz movement gets acknowledged by Taz himself! Plus,...

This episode tackles the drama of Mickie James and a garbage bag of her items being sent to her home a week after being released. Was it overblown or insensitive? We break it down for you. Plus, we discuss recent WWE Financials reports and the future of live shows. Will they be a thing of the past? Riddle gets a surprise win over RKO on WWE Raw; what does it mean for Riddle? We comment on the retu...

Another slow news week for the perpetually hungover. The guys discuss Wrestlemania, it’s aftermath, WWE squandering the post Wrestlemania momentum. Also, extensive coverage of the WWE releases, possible landing places, and a debate over the value of Samoa Joe and The IIconics. Both AEW and NXT saw the ratings spikes, can they be maintained? How does AEW keep missing the boat on Jade Carill's booki...

On this episode, Jeff and Steve remember fond WrestleMania memories, recap WWE NXT Takeover Stand and Deliver, give their review of AEW Dynamite, and bring you WWE WrestleMania 37 Predictions. What new factions debuted on AEW? How on Earth did Steve predict the Young Bucks turning on Moxley? Will Becky Lynch return at WM? All these questions will be answered on this WrestleMania weekend episode!

On this episode, Jeff & Steve are back to discuss all the latest, and greatest, from the world of wrestling. Why did WWE Raw suck and how can The Hurt Business separating be saved? 🤔 AEW continues to miss steps towards significant progression in areas they should be excelling. Did AEW ruin SoCal Uncensored? When will the Miro push begin? Why was Jeff so disappointed in the Christian Cage Match an...

Sufficiently hungover while on vacation, Steve and Jeff discuss the week in wrestling. Features include the Bianca Sasha build, the Universal Title 3 way dance, Pro-Smashley propaganda and WWE news and rumors. Barrister Dos discusses some events in the Riddle suit and is confounded by why some reported Bill Nye's suit as related to wrestling. News from around the world is reported ranging from the...

On this episode, Kevin Castle joins us to discuss WWE Fastlane predictions and the latest landscape of wrestling. Plus, Jeff & Steve chop it up on the EPIC ThunderRosa vs Britt Baker match on AEW Dynamite and where AEW should go from here. Steve dumps on the Cody vs Pentagon match and explains why Pentagon is being booked like Ricochet. Jeff delivers another solid Cameron Grimes impression. We mar...

The "Independent Contractor" status for wrestling talent has long been controversial. On this episode, we deep dive into two upcoming cases where wrestlers have decided to make a stand and challenge that classification in State & Federal Courts. The Hammerlock Hangover, in an exclusive first interview regarding these cases, speaks with Stephen P. New (Legal Counsel for Klein & Mercury)[58 min]. We...

On this episode, Jeff and Steve welcome Employment Attorney Gregg Greenberg on the show to discuss former Ring Of Honor Champion, Kelly Klein's lawsuit vs. Sinclair broadcasting (1 Hour, 34 min). The outcome of this can have serious repercussions throughout the world of professional wrestling and we deep dive into all the background information and what it means to the wrestling industry. If that...

This week Steve and Jeff put over the newest top contender for the WWE Championship, Bobby SMASHLEY! We bring you our reactions to Miz winning the WWE Title, plus other Elimination Chamber results. An argument breaks out over why Drew McIntyre should, or shouldn't, have been on Raw after losing the belt. We review the rest of Raw and give thoughts on The Hurt Business, Braun Strowman's placement i...

On this episode, Jeff and Steve welcome Professor Chabelo (of the PW Hustle Network) to continue our Wrestling Social Media discussion, and provide his opinions on the latest week of Wrestling. We discuss AEW Dynamite (15 min), the Barbed Wire Deathmatch stip between Omega & Moxley, Where's Darby and why Taz STILL needs to be fired, Steve rants on the booking of LAX/Proud and Powerful, and we comp...

On this episode, we talk about wrestling social media groups, what makes good ones and what makes bad ones. Jeff gives his insights on being a mod in one group (:50 min), what made him walk away from it this week, and the apparent toxic fallout of that decision. We also discuss Jim Cornette's latest thoughts and the ever changing landscape of what's "correct" to say/do today versus 20 or 30 years...

On this episode of the Hammerlock Hangover, Jeff and Steve discuss all the buzz around Kenta on AEW Dynamite; is there a business relationship between New Japan and AEW? What did Moxley, and AEW, do wrong to cost Kenta from feeling like a bigger deal? We give our thoughts on what was the match of the night on AEW, Kip and Penelope's wedding. Jeff continues his crusade to #FireTaz, while Steve rant...