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After last week's comment that wrestling journalism isn't real, Sam debates the statement with writer David Bixenspan, who wrote an article on the quote for Deadspin. Sam goes over his top 5 stories in The State of Wrestling 5) Elimination Chamber recap 4) The new John Cena 3) Brock Lesnar in UFC? 2) Roman Reigns' RAW Promo 1) Ronda Rousey's first impression   Get $20 off your first purchase from...

Jinder Mahal talks to Sam about his unexpected rise over the last year and 1/2, his relationship with Vince McMahon, what he said to Vince to instill confidence, losing the championship suddenly, where he's at now, and more. Sam breaks down his top 5 stories in the State of Wrestling. 1) Smackdown needs a shot in the arm 2) Punk being courted for All In 3) Single branded ppvs are official 2) Jeff...

Booker T talks to Sam about how his perceived beef with Corey Graves got started, and what he thought of the reaction.  We also talk about his time in WCW, the nWo, becoming a "WWE Superstar," the ridiculous things he's done in the name of entertainment, and more.   Sam talks about HBO's new Andre The Giant documentary that he got to see an advanced screening of, then goes over the top 5 stories o...

Renee Young talks to Sam about her journey to WWE, her marriage to Dean Ambrose, changing her name on Instagram, Talking Smack, and more.     Sam goes over his top 5 stories in the State of Wrestling-   5) Daniel Bryan wants to wrestle 4) Elias is a big star 3) Corey Graves vs Booker T 2) Alexa Bliss calls out Kurt Angle 1) Cody v. Omega See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn m...

Titus O'neil talks to Sam about where he's at today, his suspension, coming in through NXT, the Prime Time Players, his upbringing, charity work, and more- then he inducts Sam in to Titus Worldwide!   In State of Wrestling, Sam goes over his top 5 stories: 5) Royal Ruymble/TakeOver Recap 4) Wrestlemania 35 location 3) Rockstar Spud debuts 2) Asuka v Sasha & Cena v. Balor 1) Ronda Rousey See omnyst...

Bruce Prichard, JBL, and Eric Bischoff sit down in the same room, at the same time, to talk to Sam about the days of the monday night wars, Eric coming to WWE, how talent felt, working with Vince and Stephanie McMahon, and more. Sam goes over his experience at RAW 25, and previews the Royal Rumble in this weeks State of Wrestling, highlighting the week's top stories-   5- Raw 25 4- CM Punk return...

WOKEN Matt Hardy talks to Sam about the Woken War, Bray Wyatt, the rest of the Woken Universe, and gives us an impromptu piano performance from Rebecca.  Sam talks about Raw 25, and goes over the top 5 stories in the State of Wrestling, with ideas for Braun Strowman and EC3.  This week it's - 5. Banned things on Raw (moves and words, Braun Strowman notes) 4. Jey Uso and Roman Reigns trouble 3. Gol...

Dalton Castle's first interview since becoming ROH Champion is in the notsam Studios with Sam Roberts.  Dalton talks winning the title, his schedule not being heavy enough, when he found out, watching what the Elite are doing, going beyond his character and entrance, and more.  Sam goes over his top 5 stories of the week in the State of Wrestling.   5. Monday's Raw 4. "All In" Gets a Date 3. Legen...

Sam reviews NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 12 in this State of Wrestling Bonus Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Pete Gas returns to talk to Sam about Daniel Bryan returning, playing dominoes with Undertaker, getting beaten up, his book, and more.  Sam talks Colt Cabana changing podcast formats, and goes over his top 5 stories in wrestling in the State of Wrestling- 5. Sami Zayn pins AJ Styles 4. Mixed Match Challenge Teams announced 3. The Miz return announcement 2. Finn Balor and The Good Brothers team 1....

Wade Keller and Sam break down 2017 in the world of wrestling, and what 2018 may look like.  Sam talks about Holiday Raw and more in the State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my...

Bobby Roode talks to Sam about his journey to WWE, leaving the main event scene in NXT, retirement, and more.  Sam breaks down Clash of Champions, Final Battle, and the women's Royal Rumble in the State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californi...

Good Ol JR talks to Sam about surviving in WWE, Matt Hardy, Nakamura, his new book, and more.  Sam previews Clash of Champions, Final Battle, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...

Alexa talks to Sam about her time in NXT, almost being fired, and becoming familiar with her character.  Sam goes over Woken Matt, Rusev Day, Roman being the best in the world, and more in the State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pr...

X Pac talks to Sam about his tour of Australia, working with younger guys, stories about his past, and more.  Sam talks about Mojo Rawley, the upcoming Cody Rhodes 10,000 seat show, Starrcade, and more in State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and C...

Bill Miekina sits down with Sam to talk about how one becomes a designer of WWE action figures, some of his favorite products and experiences, and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-inf...

The Miz talks to Sam and Ron Funches about working with John Cena, improving, Lavar Ball, and more.  Sam goes over Survivor Series, TakeOver, and the women of NXT in the State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https:/...

Daniel Bryan talks to Sam about returning to wrestling, where he wants to go, concussion research, being a dad, and more.  Sam talks about James Ellsworth's release, as well as Survivor Series and TakeOver War Games, in the State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art1...

Ted DiBiase talks to Sam about his new film, the Million Dollar Man character, Vince McMahon, Virgil, Hulk Hogan, and more.  Sam talks Survivor Series, AJ Styles, Bound for Glory, and more in State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Pri...

Big Cass talks to Sam about his injury recovery, time off, and when he's coming back.  Wade Keller joins the show for the State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sam digs up his first interview with Stone Cold Steve Austin from 2010 and marvels at how terrible he was.  Sam reviews Ric Flair's new Nature Boy 30 for 30, as well as TLC, the lead to Survivor Series, Jess Jarrett, and more in the State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at htt...

WWE just announced that Roman Reigns and Bray Wyatt would not be at TLC, and that instead Finn Balor would face AJ Styles, and Kurt Angle would be joining The SHIELD!  Sam is here with an emergency State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Californ...

Robbie E talks to Sam about being interested in New Japan, WWE, and ROH, leaving TNA, free stuff, and being unaware of what's happening in the world.  Conrad Thompson joins Sam in State of Wrestling to preview TLC and talk about the competition factor with Bullet Club and ROH. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Eric Bischoff talks to Sam about Bret Hart's comments last week, the difference in WCW and TNA, North Korea, Dennis Rodman, Nitro, and more.  Sam talks about Neville, Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, Hell in a Cell, and more in State of Wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19....

Bret "The Hitman" Hart talks to Sam about wanting to work with WWE again, Eric Bischoff, New Japan, and his son Blade gives a take on Montreal.  Sam talks about Roman Reigns, Enzo, and what Smackdown should do coming out of Hell in a Cell. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19.co...