Hammerlock Hangover

What's this about DRAMA backstage in AEW? Jeff and Steve breakdown the strange saga between CM Punk, Adam Page, and Tony Khan's involvement in it all. Are the rumors of CM Punk almost walking out over a tiff with Page over a month ago legit? Why did TK pull Punk vs Moxley off the All Out PPV to put it on free tv next week? We give you a unique take on what the driving motive to move this match up...

This week EVERYTHING is AEW-some!  CM Punk returns to face off with Jon Moxley...Jeff and Steve share their takes on what some people are calling "the greatest build since Rock vs Hogan" Despite all the excitement surrounded around Punk's return, what misstep happened that seemed to be missed by most pro-wrestling critics?  Did Punk come back too soon?  Is Tony Khan desperate given the fact WWE is...

After an epic WWE Summerslam, tune in to hear our review of the key matches, MVPs of the show, and what to expect from the surprises unveiled. With the Triple H Era of WWE underway, what changes have occurred after Summerslam that spotlight a different creative process has begun?  Can we all agree it's  time to give the Miz his flowers? Jeff and Steve also discuss the new of Discovery/Warner Broth...

With WWE SummerSlam 2022 this weekend, Jeff and Steve look at the epic card and run down potential winners, losers, and surprises! What's next for Brock? Steve makes a case for why fans shouldn't sleep on Roman Reigns vs Brock Lesnar. Will Theory cash in? Can Liv beat Ronda clean? The boys speculate on a wonky finish that will protect Liv and Ronda. Will Edge, Sasha Banks, or Bray Wyatt return? Wi...

Don Stevens is All Elite, or are they? This week, Jeff and Steve answer the question: who is Don Stevens, what is their involvement in AEW, how are they associated with Aubrey Edwards, what do they have to do with copyright strikes, and are they dead? We jump discuss most of the week's trending topics in wrestling such as: Road Dogg's criticisms of AEW and Wardlow, Cody Rhodes wins an ESPY, Jungle...

This week we the dynamic duo talk more Vince McMahon sexcapades as the WSJ reports of three more instances of VKM paying women hush money, including one talent.  Could it have been Sapphire?  It's the seven year anniversary of the Four Horsewomen debuting on WWE; we look back at the impact of Charlotte Flair, Sasha Banks, Becky Lynch and Bayley. Jeff and Steve give their Mount Rushmore of women's...

This week, Steve is back from stealing ethanol in the mid-west to review WWE Money In The Bank results with Jeff. What do the boys think about Liv Morgan and Theory winning the MITB Briefcases? We play a game of "Who Would You Rather Be: Theory or Sammy Guevara?" Jeff expresses his disdain for Liv Morgan.  Jeff and Steve bicker over the size of the WWE Main Roster, and speculate on the return of B...

Steve is in Iowa - allegedly - so we did a rare live show with Steve Bots. All your news, analysis, MITB and Great American Bash predictions are here. Plus, a review of Forbidden Door and Blood & Guts and more! Oh yeah, a special intro song and mid year report cards

This week...Jeff and Steve continue covering the saga of Vince McMahon's legal "affairs." A lot has happened since the last episode: VKM stepped down as CEO, Stephanie steps up, others got demoted and promoted. We'll bring you up to speed on the latest. Along with our take on Vince's odd, yet cryptic showings on Smackdowm and Raw. Steve explains how he's exuding big D energy. The boys discuss the...

Holy NDA Batman! Jeff and Steve breakdown the news of WWE CEO Vince McMahon having a torrid affair with a staff member and how it will possibly effect the future of the WWE. Will he be fired?  Can he be fired? Our legal expert, Jeff, explains why the Board of Directors will have a hard time proving and ousting the Chairman. How does Stephanie play a part in all this?  We run rampant on speculation...

This week Jeff and Steve return to discuss wrestling injuries and titles. First, we dive into the details of the CM Punk injury, when did it occur? Could it have been avoided? Is he a buffoon? We also chta about the new AEW All-Atlantic Title and scoff at the irony of being All-Atlantic but having competitors from the pacific involved. Plus, how many championship titles is enough for AEW? We discu...

This week Steve returns to express his displeasure with all things AEW Double or Nothing. The boys start off talking about the MJF promo and news of his displeasure with Tony Khan. We answer the question, is this a shoot or or a work? Was the squash match vs Wardlow the issue? Whats next for MJF? We cover it all! AEW crowns a new World Champion in CM Punk; we review the match and is Adam Page out...

Jeff is going solo this week. Sort of. Steve is “on a break”…partying with Tony K most likely. So, Jeff is left his own evil devices. Thus, he enlisted Jimmy Terrifying to help produce the show and we were live! Jeff even let Jimmy speak occasionally. The week in wrestling was discussed. Shows were reviewed. Predictions were made. LIMITLESS POWER!!!! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ham...

WWE Superstars Sasha Banks and Naomi walk out on the company as Raw is on the air, we break down the whole story including the announcement om Smackdown of their suspensions. A new tag team title tournament will commence in a few weeks, we speculate on who can will be involved and which team of former Raw Women's Champions can make an immediate impact! That wasn't the only news coming out of WWE S...

With WWE Wrestlemania Backlash behind us, Jeff and Steve look back at what we got right and review what might have been WWE's best pro wrestling event this year. We look at the newest member of The Judgment Day, Rhea Ripley, and speculate on who will be next to join them. Jeff tries to make Domenik Dijakovik A THING again. Steve explains why Roman Reigns doesn't want to go back to Trenton, NJ. Jef...

The diva formerly known as Sunny finds herself in major legal trouble after getting arrested this week... AGAIN! The boys discuss Tammy’s legal issue(s) and do a retrospective of her career and fall. From there, we pivot to Wrestlemania Backlash predictions and we future fantasy book a bit. Despite the weather, we’re Spring Breakkin’ and talking WWE NXT releases and contract expirations. The good,...

This week, Jeff makes the case for the fanfare and jubilation with Cody Rhodes return to WWE is done. Steve defends Cody as one of the top merch sellers and we examine if that's true. The team former known as The IIconics leave Impact Wrestling to pursue other opportunities. We discuss what those opportunities may be and the possibility of a return to WWE. Randy Orton celebrates 20 years, we look...

This week Jeff & Steve are joined by Josh Silverberg from The "Off The Mat" Wrestling Podcast to discuss the new crossover event between AEW x New Japan, as well as all things wrestling. We fantasy book some potential matchups; debate on who needs this partnership more; deliberate on whether the term "Forbidden Door" means anything currently; and, explain why Doctor Who should sue Tony Khan. In ou...

With WWE Wrestlemania behind us, Jeff and Steve decide to reset with new storylines, gimmicks, and callups! Was Cody and Miz on WWE Raw a worked shoot? The boys debate over whether The Miz is a "top card talent," or whether he's just a "made man." We cover he WWE Tag Team Title unification storyline. Are we seeing the start of a Roman vs RKO feud, or are the seeds planted for Riddle to turn on Ran...

Steve gives a first hand Wrestlemania report and discusses his time in Dallas, the ROH Supercard of Honor, GCW and Mission Pro shows, the scene, and the dead bodies. Really. The guys also give their thoughts on Nash Carter’s situation. We also discuss Tammy Sytch (aka Sunny) and what everyone feared. All this, plus, the invisible man, social distance wrestling, and the week in wrestling! --- Suppo...

Are you ready for the MOST STUPENDOUS wrestling podcast?!? This episode welcomes back Kevin Castle from the "Wrestling Soup" and the "Castle and Chickie Podcast Adventures" to discuss WWE Wrestlemania 38 Predictions. Tune in to hear Kev's take on the build to WM. Can we expect Cody? Will he bring Pharoah? Will we see the start of a new "Corporate" faction led by the American Nightmare? Which title...

The fellas discuss the build to Wrestlemania and whether a successful and good Wrestlemania need to be the same thing. Thin roster, schmin roster, especially when building a women’s tag match. If not Cody, then who? Omos v Lashley? They also pontificate upon the myriad of shows around Wrestlemania. And don’t forget AEW! The silliness that was AEW this week is dissected. Jeff also blathers on about...

This week, the boys look back at a heavy week of wrestling including a severe injury to former WWE World Champ, Big E, and the passing of a wrestling legend, Razor Ramon. Plus, we interview wrestling Twitter influencer, Bill Shannon, on the current Wrestlemania build, his Twitter feuds, and he makes the case for why Impact Wrestling is a hidden gem. Plus, is AEW getting stale? We pitch ideas on Wh...

This week we interview one of the fast rising Indy Wrestling Referees, David Sanderson. He gives us the scoop on what it's like to be a ref, how he got into it, and the importance of networking. He also give sus a first hand account of the "Contol Your Narrative" live show that occurred last week and clears up misconceptions about the experience. As usual, we discuss the results of AEW Revolution...