The Hammerlock Hangover

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 chat 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!!!!

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!

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...

In this episode we ask the question: who gives a damn about karate? We open with the big news of the week, AEW President Tony Khan buys Ring of Honor wrestling. What will TK do with it? What did he buy? How much did he spend? And, why were so many ppl marking out at a rich boy buying some garbage? We discuss the recent legal troubles of the artist formerly known as Sunny, as well as Cain Velasquez...

This week we start off with the news of Cesaro leaving WWE. Jeff and Steve review his career highlights and discuss what's the upper BAR of opportunity for him in the open market of pro wrestling. In reviewing Elimination Chamber and Brock Lesnar's win, we take a detour down 80s wrestling memories and who Brock will face at MSG this weekend. We compare Roman Reigns vs Goldberg to Okada vs Omega, a...

The guys are joined by False Count Radio’s Andrew Karluk, to discuss the tumultuous week in wrestling. Obviously we mean Quinn McKay going to Level Up. Or Cody Rhodes to the E! Facts, timelines, theories and conspiracies are discussed. There’s a QAKhan here too! A review of the shows including Vengeance Day, and our Elimination Chamber predictions. Also, Jeff is politically incorrect - again.

With AEW stealing all the wrestling headlines this week, Jeff and Steve start off by reviewing the debuts of Keith Lee and Switchblade Jay White. Was it good? Was it lumbering? Was it mind blowing? With reports stating some AEW talent will not be re-signed, we speculate on who will be let go. Miro us ready for a return, or is he? Also, why is Steve upset with Tony Khan's "announcement," how do you...

This week we review WWE Royal Rumble 2022; why did so many people dislike it? We tell school you in why the outcomes made sense. In a HAMMERLOCK HANGOVER EXCLUSIVE, Steve makes a bold prediction about the Wrestlemania main events involving Roman Reigns. Also, we analyze the recent changes to the careers of Brian Kendrick, Shane McMahon, Ric Flair, and Ken Kennedy.

The boys welcome in Stephen P. New. You know the one. You should know the song. We discuss it all, the MLW lawsuit, Girl on Cinema, Hillbilly Jim vs King Kong Bundy, and other legal topics related to wrestling. Plus, Jeff and Steve give their WWE Royal Rumble picks, review a frozen AEW Beach Break, and the full week in wrestling. News and ratings too! Plus Jacobins...lots of them.

Besides deep diving into the the MLW lawsuit with WWE this episode contains a discussion on two of the hottest wrestling topics in the past week, Ali and Gunther. Jeff and Steve talk Mustafa Ali's release request, argue as to why WWE should or shouldn't give it to him, and when to expect his release. The boys also chop it up over the Gunther controversy, why they needed to change Walter's name (lo...

This episode starts with a breakdown of one time WWE Hall of Famer, Sunny, getting arrested...again; and, Jeff and Steve ponder breaking her out. We also discuss Major League Wrestling's lawsuit accusing the WWE of nefarious business practices; is this legit or is it a cheap stunt for publicity and cash? In reviewing WWE, we describe how Lashley and Big E were disrespected on Raw; what might cause...

The new year brought us lots to talk about and boy did we talk! Listen in as we discuss the latest round of NXT releases which included William Regal and Samoa Joe; once again compare NXT 1.0 to a failing racehorse, and review New Years Evil 2022. The boys break down the New Years feud between Big Swole and Tony Khan; can AEW do better for diverse talent in their booking? We review WWE Day 1; chop...