Busted Open

Dave LaGreca shares his thoughts on an incredible night one of WrestleMania 38. He covers the debut of “The American Nightmare” Cody Rhodes, the final match of Stone Cold Steve Austin’s career, the terrific match between Bianca Belair and Becky Lynch and a lot more. Dave also gives respect to the over 1000 fans who came out to the Busted Open Party earlier in the day. To visit our partners at Chew...

Ahead of WrestleMania 38; Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, Tommy Dreamer & Mark Henry are LIVE from Texas Live! in Arlington Texas. The guys get the 'Nation' ready for WrestleMania with special guests; WWE Hall of Famer Diamond Dallas Page, NWA's Kamille & AEW's Lance Archer. They discuss what they're looking forward to most from the biggest weekend in pro-wrestling, PLUS, discuss The Undertaker's Hall of...

Ryan McKinnell & Jonathan Hood preview all things WrestleMania in this episode of the Busted Open podcast.  But of course, one of the main topics is that The Undertaker - finally has his place in the WWE Hall of Fame.  Ryan and Jonathon talk about  the Undertaker's legacy and what made him so unique to captivate the audience for literally decades. Also, who will win between Roman Reigns and Brock...

Ryan McKinnell & Mark Henry give their flowers today to The Undertaker. Mark shares how important The Deadman was to his career and others & gets your ready for what is to be an emotional WWE Hall of Fame Ceremony tonight. Also, Just a day before Wrestlemania kicks off in Texas, Ryan & Mark give their expectations and picks for the Kevin Owens-Stone Cold Steve Austin moment and the Brock Lesar vs....

Reacting to an incredible AEW Dynamite, Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer converse with Jay Lethal about his stellar match the prior night with Jon Moxley and his upcoming match at ROH Super Card of Honor. We also cover Toni Storm’s debut in AEW as well as Thunder Rosa’s promo on Dynamite that had much of social media talking. Plus, as we are just 2 days away from the start of WrestleMania weekend, B...

As we creep ever closer to WrestleMania weekend, Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer welcome Fight Nation Host and Monday Night Raw Play-By-Play Announcer, Jimmy Smith to Busted Open, as he gives his thoughts on what will be his first call of WrestleMania. And just because its WrestleMania season doesn’t mean we can’t have a little Tony Time. AEW CEO & President Tony Khan joins the show and as he often...

Reacting to the Monday Night Raw before WrestleMania, Bully Ray has a lot to get off his chest on where the Charlotte Flair and Ronda Rousey match deserves to be positioned on the WrestleMania card on night number one. Plus, Pat McAfee joins the show for an incredible interview in the lead up to his big ‘Mania match with Austin Theory. Pat shares his thoughts on what the moment he steps through th...

We kick off WrestleMania week by looking back at the career at one of the greatest to ever perform, Triple H, as he announced in an emotional interview with Stephen A. Smith on Friday that his medical issues have forced him to retire. Plus, Dave LaGreca and WWE Hall of Famer Bully Ray sit down with Dave “Snake” Sabo as they discuss Skid Row’s new single, as well as get Snake’s thoughts on the upco...

Busted Open celebrates Women's History Month in this roundtable special featuring three best friends who happen to be some of the most prominent female pro wrestlers in the industry today. Dave LaGreca is joined by AEW's Britt Baker, IMPACT Wrestling's Deonna Purrazzo and Chelsea Green who discuss maintaining friendships through career changes, their female inspirations, and the realities of being...

Ryan McKinnell & Andreas Hale take a look into the legacy and career of Triple H - who announced that he will be retiring from in ring performance. They say that Triple H - one of the greatest to ever do it, should be inducted into the Hall of Fame individually, not just as part of Degeneration X.  Ryan and Andreas also take a look back at some of his greatest moments, feuds, and matches throughou...

The next guest for the WrestleMania Busted Open Party is announced and… it’s me. It’s me. It’s DDP! Diamond Dallas Page joins Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer on a “Falls Count Anywhere Friday” to announce to the Busted Open Nation that he will be joining us in Dallas, plus he shares can’t miss stories of his time with Scott Hall over the years. Then, AEW FTW Champion Ricky Starks joins the crew to...

We are in a celebratory mood as we revel in today being the birthday of The Undertaker!  Hear a never before told story from Tommy Dreamer about how the phenom transforms himself into the character we all know and love – even in the strangest of settings.  Plus, Dave LaGreca and Tommy react to the hits of last night’s AEW Dynamite with a terrific Tornado Tag Team Match, as well as the misses inclu...

Just a few hours before AEW Dynamite, Dave LaGreca & Tommy Dreamer talk with AEW CEO & President Tony Khan about what to expect on tonight’s show, plus what we can expect from Ring of Honor during WrestleMania weekend. The guys also speak to one of the most respected people in AEW, referee Aubrey Edwards. Aubrey shares her story, what being a female referee means in today’s landscape, as well as h...

On the penultimate Raw before WrestleMania, Dave LaGreca & Bully Ray break down the events of last night’s show.  Kevin Owens opens the night with the familiar “glass shattering”, but dupes the fans who thought it was Stone Cold Steve Austin.  We dissect the master at work… Plus we speculate on just who Seth Rollins could possibly face at WrestleMania as we inch ever closer to showcase of the immo...

After a controversial victory at NWA's Crockett Cup last night, Dave LaGreca & Bully Ray speak to the retaining NWA World's Champion Matt Cardona. The guys react with Matt and he gives his thoughts on the match and what's next for him and the "Ten Pounds of Gold." Plus, Wrestlemania Season is heating up, and Dave & Bully break down one of Wrestlemania's main events between Charlotte and Ronda Rous...

PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: In this week's edition of The Master's Class, Dave, Mark, Tommy and Bully look back and honor the life of Scott Hall. The guys share their favorite moments of Scott's pro wrestling career from his early AWA days to his run as Razor Ramon in the WWE and to his WCW tenure as a major staple of the NWO. Plus, the guys also share stories they have of Scott Hall and discuss his influe...

Ryan McKinnell and Bully Ray have you covered on this Saturday edition of Busted Open.  The Hardy Boyz are back at it - this time at AEW, where Bully says they are continuing to add to their legacy.  Also, Brock Lesnar is doing his best work with Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman - but could there be a surprise coming?  To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now avail...

Dave LaGreca and The World's Strongest Man Mark Henry break down Thunder Rosa's championship win, and Mark explains how everyone behind the scenes reacted at AEW Dynamite. Also, Dave has a bone to pick and calls out a certain commentator Plus, It's Tony Time with AEW's Owner & President Tony Khan, and previews AEW Rampage and has something to say about an upcoming show Wrestlemania Weekend for his...

After a historic steel cage main event match at AEW Dynamite: St. Patrick's Day Slam, Dave LaGreca & Tommy Dreamer react and breakdown the match between Dr. Britt Baker DMD and the NEW AEW Women's Champion Thunder Rosa. Plus, The Flava has arrived as IMPACT Knockouts Champion Tasha Steelz guests hosts for the first time ever with Dave & Tommy and she is definitely a must listen! To visit our partn...

Just a few hours before AEW's St. Patrick's Day Slam, Dave LaGreca & Tommy Dreamer have a heartfelt conversation with Thunder Rosa who will be competing in a steel cage tonight for the AEW Women's Championship. The guys also speak to Chris Jericho, and he breaks down what to expect tonight in AEW, as well as what to expect for Talk is Jericho on SiriusXM Fight Nation and his upcoming Fozzy concert...

Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray and Tommy Dreamer come together to pay tribute and honor WWE Hall of Famer Scott Hall who passed away last night.  The guys share personal memories of Scott, as well as what he meant to the pro wresting world, inside and outside of the ring.  Also, the guys react to the main event of Monday Night RAW, where Kevin Owens defeated Seth Rollins in a stipulation match that Dave...

Dave LaGreca & Bully Ray give a lot of hope, love, and prayers to Scott Hall & his family and friends after Kevin Nash updated the world about "The Bad Guy's" condition. They share their thoughts, as well as stories and memories of Scott Hall/Razor Ramon. Plus, The Nation chimes in as they share their moments with Scott Hall and how he impacted their lives and fandoms. To visit our partners at Che...

PODCAST EXCLUSIVE: With news of Stone Cold Steve Austin officially being at WWE Wrestlemania 38 this year, the guys tackle the question - what are some of the biggest Wrestlemania returns of all time? Dave, Mark, Tommy and Bully give their picks and break down their reasoning as to what they believe to be the most influential return on the biggest stage of them all. To visit our partners at Chewy,...

It is a jam packed Saturday edition of Busted Open today - where not only do we have the Hall of Fame and Pain with Bully Ray and Mark Henry, but Tommy Dreamer calls in as well to give his take on the week that was.  Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair heats up, Brock Lesnar chases after Paul Heyman, while Swerve Strickland makes his AEW debut!  Also, the guys discuss the Hardy Boyz reuniting and how...

Dave LaGreca & The World's Strongest Man Mark Henry dive in on William Regal's AEW Debut and the faction he is starting with Bryan Danielson and Jon Moxley. Who should be a part of this historic group? Dave and Mark list who they think should be under the tutelage of William Regal. Plus, It's "Tony Time" with AEW Owner & President Tony Khan. The guys recap every big moment and debut from AEW Dynam...