The Groupchat Wrestling Podcast

The conversation gets real this week — from wannabe Hogans who throw their toys out of the pram to the rise of genuine stars who grab every opportunity and want to be there! In Episode 71, the Groupchat Wrestling Podcast crew digs into how online engagement shapes modern wrestling, why some fans can’t look away even when they’re furious, and what that means for AEW and beyond. We also dive into:...

Mercedes Moné is really stepping into Blood & Guts — and the Groupchat crew can’t quite believe it. In Episode 70, we break down how AEW pulled this off, what it means for the women’s division, and how it changes the game going forward. We also dive into: 💬 Jey Uso’s rough run and CM Punk’s ongoing decline 🏆 AEW’s Blood & Guts build, predictions, and fallout 🔥 The Death Riders’ story ar...

It’s spooky season in wrestling — and AEW’s giving us plenty to scream about! This week, we dive into Halloween’s most horrifying wrestling moments, from the infamous Texas Chainsaw Massacre match to some booking decisions that were just as terrifying. We talk AEW’s Blood and Guts, the women’s division’s next big opportunity, and the tag team tournament that could shake up the division. Plus: Shou...

In this episode, we discuss the standout matches from AEW WrestleDream, including three incredible tag team matches, an intense "I Quit" match, four fantastic women's matches, Mercedes Mone making the IWC cry even more (we love it! 😎), and why fish tanks are dangers to kids everywhere 🐟. Featuring all the usual gossip and speculation about storylines, character motivations, and feuds. We break d...

It’s a WILD week in wrestling — from TNA being their own worst enemy to AEW setting the stage for WrestleDream. We break down: LOLTNA, Bully Ray and Dorkstate 🤡 Takeshita’s massive championship win 🏆 Hangman vs. Joe and the reality of his title run 💥 Kenny Omega match speculation and dream booking Women’s division shakeups and tag team chaos Mox vs. Darby in an “I Quit” match (and why it might...

It’s a HUGE week in wrestling — AEW and NXTNA are going head-to-head, and we’re diving straight into the chaos! We break down: AEW’s Dynamite predictions 🔥 The state of TNA’s roster (it’s… rough) Leon Slater’s rise as wrestling’s future 🌟 WWE’s creative slump and nostalgia obsession 💤 Mercedes Moné’s next big opponent 👑 And yes… The Great Bean Debate 🌮 From Mox vs. Ishii violence to Andrade’s...

The Groupchat Wrestling Podcast is back with a banger, for episode 65, which spotlights the women of both AEW and WWE, and other women who've made an arse of themselves on social media in recent weeks! 👀 Sit down, grab a hot drink (it's cold outside now) and listen to Lucy, Brett, Andy and Dan spend the next hour dissecting: AEW Blood & Guts predictions (featuring a competition 🎁) Booker T's...

Sit back and relax with episode 64 (the Nintendo Episode!) of the Groupchat Wrestling Podcast! For the next 90 odd minutes, Lucy, Brett, Andy and Dan review all of the chaos and excitement from AEW ALL OUT from Scotiabank Arena in Toronto! Plenty of praise, controversial opinions and disagreements, amidst all the usual pub-style banter and chaos you've come to expect! 🎧 Listen & Subscribe: Yo...

Episode 63 of the Groupchat Wrestling Podcast, we dive headfirst into one of the busiest weeks in wrestling news: WrestleMania 43 heading to Saudi Arabia in 2027 (yep, you read that right). Bianca Belair’s controversial comments on women’s progress in Saudi Arabia. Andrade’s WWE release sparks speculation about his AEW future. Toni Storm committing her future to AEW. Josh Alexander’s claims about...

We’re back with another Britwres indie wrestling special here on the Groupchat Wrestling Podcast — and this one’s a big one. TNT Extreme Wrestling have always been close to our hearts (and we’re proud to call ourselves sponsors), so when they deliver something special, we want to give it the spotlight it deserves. This bonus episode features an exclusive interview with TNT Ultra X Champion Che Mon...

AJ Lee is back — and the hyperbole machine is already in overdrive. Just as John Cena’s “heel turn” was once dubbed the best in history, AJ’s return is now being hailed as the greatest comeback ever. Some fans even say it’s the third best return in her own house. Whatever the ranking, there’s no denying the shockwaves it’s sending through the wrestling world. We break down what AJ’s return means f...

WWE fans… you’re not beating the allegations this week 😤 From over-the-top behaviour at shows to crossing serious boundaries, it’s time for a proper chat about respecting wrestlers. But that’s just the start — Episode 61 is stacked. We debate Wrestler of the Year, spotlight Bandido and Mox, dive into “holy sh*t” weekend moments, and argue about who the real GOATs of wrestling are. It’s emotional,...

What a Forbidden Door weekend! Lucy, Andy, Brett and Wrestling Mark tell ALL their stories from a crazy week starting in Glasgow for AEW Dynamite and Collision, going through several incredible British indie shows before culminating at the big one, AEWxNJPW: Forbidden Door at the O2 in London! Dan was also there, but fell ill before we recorded. We discuss our matches of the weekend, potential hee...

The Official Unofficial AEW Forbidden Door London Preview is here! 🎙️ We speed through dive deep into wrestling predictions, match analysis, and dream match-ups across the Forbidden Door 2025 card, plus a small hint of football rivalries, travel plans and personal life updates 😅 (and a DDPY reference). We talk MJF's potential face turn(yes, Andys convinced), Hangman Page’s evolution, and Takeshit...

It’s a skeleton crew this week — Andy’s allegedly hiding out in the Canary Islands (probably dodging Konnan), so it’s just Dan, Brett, and Lucy steering this runaway train. Karrion Kross and Scarlett’s contracts might be expiring… or it might be a work… or maybe it’s just a distraction while WWE sleepwalks through another PR nightmare. Either way, people online make it out to be the Da Vinci Code,...

We kick things off by addressing the elephant in the ring: Brock Lesnar’s return and WWE’s apparent apathy towards morality. We talk about the industry’s lack of accountability, the hypocrisy between how talent is treated, and the fan reaction to it all. But we’re not here to be miserable all day — we flip the vibe halfway and celebrate AEW’s incredible week of wrestling. From Dustin’s career-resu...

We were out in force across the UK this weekend, and the wrestling delivered big time . From the chaos of TNT’s High Voltage and Summer Explosion double-header, to PROGRESS 182’s wild energy, all the way to the top-tier action at RevPro Summer Sizzler — we break it all down. Expect stories from the road, standout matches, crowd moments, and a celebration of how British wrestling is absolutely cook...

Wrestling fans — this one’s for the dream bookers, chaos enjoyers, and Hogan defenders 😤 In this week's episode, we dive deep into: 🔥 The complicated legacy of Hulk Hogan — iconic or indefensible? 👊 AEW’s tag team renaissance — are the Outrunners about to take over? 💔 What’s next for The Acclaimed — and can Max Caster rise solo? 🩸 Women’s Blood & Guts — will AEW finally pull the trigger?...

Wrestling in 2025 is absolutely unhinged — and we’re loving every second of it 😤 From the potential death of the Death Riders, to TNA’s weird return to form (a star in the X-Division and not much else). And a Hardys vs. Dudleys nostalgia trip… why? This week, we dig into: 💀 How do you end the Death Riders? 🎤 Enzo & a fake Bischoff – erm, OK. 💥 MJF & Cole: Was it better than people admi...

AEW All In 2025 wasn’t just a show — it was wrestling perfection . From top to bottom, it felt like WrestleMania for people who actually like pro wrestling 😤 This is the most official unofficial review you’ll find — chaotic, emotional, a bit shouty, and very us . We break down every match, every moment, and every unhinged thought we had while screaming at our screens. 💬 Featuring: 🐎 Hangman's f...

It’s the most unofficially official All In preview you'll find 🎤 The Groupchat crew are back with predictions, fantasy bookings, and full chaos as we break down AEW All In 2025 – top to bottom. From Hangman’s redemption arc, to surprise returns in both Casino Gauntlets, to whether Toni or Mercedes walks out champion, we cover it all. This is AEW’s WrestleMania for people who actually like wrestli...

From Columbo Arresting Chuck Mambo to Rocky Montages with Mark Briscoe — A Beautiful Disaster of an Episode... With a full Progress 181 review! This week’s episode is... well... a mess. We forgot to hit record at the start, lost the plot on the run order, and just embraced the chaos. Somehow, in the middle of it all, we covered CM Punk’s ongoing drama, Jericho’s character arc, Progress bangers, an...

🎙️ Groupchat Wrestling Podcast — Episode 51: Wrestling in a Time of Crisis Episode 51 dives into the chaos of Night of Champions maybe getting scrapped by WW3, CM Punk still not returning (shocker), Kota Ibushi backing Kenny, and Viva Van officially taking her spot as the new Hogan. We break down: 🔥 WWE running shows in actual warzones — will Night of Champions even happen? 🔥 Kota Ibushi returns...

Episode 50 of the Groupchat Wrestling Podcast dives into AEW Grand Slam Mexico — a wild night of lucha-infused action, Brody King being a legend, and dream match energy. We break down: Why Hangman Page is anything but an empty headed dumb f*ck/ Mercedes Moné’s creative control and future MJF’s heat, Danielson’s return, and the rise of Takeshita Fantasy booking, international tours, and listener qu...

In Episode 49, the Groupchat Wrestling crew goes full chaos mode. We’re breaking down the unbelievable hypocrisy of CM Punk — a man who once called out WWE’s Saudi ties and is now possibly packing his bags for Riyadh. Then we unpack Cody Rhodes and the ever-shifting narrative of his Bullet Club days — is he the architect or the opportunist? Also featuring: 🦎 Mr Iguana - Lizard King or just better...