The Malapert Smark Podcast

Episode #59 Since CM Punk’s very first appearance returning to WWE at Survivor Series, we knew a clash with the Word Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins was on the horizon. Rollins was visibly upset with CM Punk’s return and considering the history, many thought it was real. Whether it was or not, here we are as it enters the storyline on Raw. Punk chooses to be on Raw instead of Smackdown. Rollins...

Episode #59 Since CM Punk’s very first appearance returning to WWE at Survivor Series, we knew a clash with the Word Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins was on the horizon. Rollins was visibly upset with CM Punk’s return and considering the history, many thought it was real. Whether it was or not, here we are as it enters the storyline on Raw. Punk chooses to be on Raw instead of Smackdown. Rollins...

Episode #58 We got a classic review of 4 episodes of WCW after Hulk Hogan betrayed all his little Hulk Hogan fans and joined the gang-like New World Order stable. This is a chronicling of the mayhem they cause in the ensuing shows. Robert and Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" are on the show for this retrospective review. This is Part 1 of a multi-part series as we chronicle the legendary nWo storyline...

Episode #57 AEW's Continental Classic Tournament has been a failure so far, but this week sees a superstar showdown as Swerve Strickland is tied on points with Jon Moxley, and they will face eachother this Wednesday on Dynamite. Robert and Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" are on the show to go over their heated confrontation and whether or not it's Swerve's time? Follow us and watch along on YouTube or...

Episode #56 Roderick Strong has been wheelchair bound ever since a brutal blow he took from Samoa Joe. Ever since he's been adamant that his friend Adam Cole is being taken for a ride by MJF and insists MJF has been the one going around attacking wrestlers in his own devil mask. Whether that's true or not, remains to be seen. Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" and Robert are here today to discuss his inp...

Episode #55 Great match on @aew Dynamite last week. Robert and Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" are on the show to break it all down! Follow us and watch along on YouTube or listen to the audio only form on all podcast platforms. You can also follow on social media @malapert_smark

Episode #54 Tell me if this isn't true to real life, when Lash Legend repays Otis' affection toward her by body slamming him. Yes. You heard that right! Lash Legend was able to get the Alpha Academy giant up for a body slam, earning the loudest crowd reaction of the week, and a spot on the Malapert Smark podcast. Kayhan is gonna put 'em over. Robert and Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" are watching thi...

Episode #53 This week on Dynamite, MJF ran into Hangman Page in the back and accused him of being the one who's been tormenting him. MJF was set to take on 2 of the "devil"'s masked accomplices in tag team action with Samoa Joe, but was taken out in the back. We have Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" & Robert on the panel this week do discuss what we thought of the events, and whether or not we're a...

Episode #52 Ahhh , tale as old as time. Best friends turned mortal enemies. The Edge and Christian feud came to a head after weeks of chaos, Edge finally gets a crack at Christian and the TNT Title. But after Edge's attack on Nick Wayne 2 weeks ago, Nick Wayne's mom, Shayna, must decide whether she will take sides with the man who sent her son to the hospital, or the man who took her son away from...

Episode #51 This week Robert and Vlad “The Wrestling Expert” joined the panel to review AEW Dynamite from November 29, 2023. Originally our podcast heavily featured Dynamite episode reviews but has strayed to different topics. As much fun as it is to bash on bad AEW booking, as they’ve struggled to reach WWE standards, this may be the final full Dynamite episode review. Unless the quality of the s...

Episode #50 Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" and Robert are on the panel this week to review the November 25, 2023 edition of AEW Collision. This was the episode that aired at the same time as WWE's Survivor Series. Yep. That same night as CM Punk's arrival in WWE. So some of you may have missed it. On this review, we discuss Eddie Kingston's promos, Edge challenging Christian to a TNT title match, Big...

Episode #49 Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" & Robert are on the panel this week to review the WarGames matches at 2023's Survivor Series. CM Punk stole all the headlines with his return at the end of the night, but there were 2 blow off feuds inside a double steel cage that we need to discuss. Has WWE's version of WarGames jumped the shark? Tune in for a deep philosophical discussion about whether...

Episode #48 It's been a few days, but definitely the hottest story in wrestling this past week. The unthinkable has happened. CM Punk's transfer from AEW to WWE is complete. CM Punk and WWE have buried the hatchet and Punk looks happy to be back in the company he so rebelliously left 9 years ago. We watch his return at the November 25th Survivor Series and his subsequent in-ring promo on the Novem...

Episode #47 Kayhan had never seen this finish to a wrestling match. Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" joins the show this week to review the AEW Women's Title Match from Full Gear in Los Angeles. "Timeless" Toni Storm has been all the rage recently, but has her knew gimmick done enough to win her the AEW Women's Title? @AEW

Episode #46 Wild crazy happenings this past Wednesday on Dynamite as Nick Wayne's mom, Shayna, is still trying to pry her son away from Christian Cage's influence. But this broke down into a spectacle as Christian is willing to take her out to protect his new son. If you didn't see this, it's a must watch... Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" joins the show to break it all down. @AEW

Episode #45 Although MJF left Full Gear as World Champion, Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland stole the headlines for thier brutal Texas Death Match. The angle called for Page to exact revenge on his enemy, but drinking his blood?! Did AEW go too far this time? We have Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" on the show today to discuss. @aew

Episode #44 Well Samoa Joe fulfilled his part of the deal, filling in for MJF's injured tag partner to help them keep their ROH Tag Titles. But now MJF has to come to terms with the fact that he owes Samoa Joe another shot at his AEW World Title, whether he likes it or not. Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" joins the show to discuss this scene and the prospect of Joe & MJF continuing their rivalry....

Episode #43 So much to unpack here. From Jay White initially being handed the title after MJF was sent to the hospital, to a crippled Adam Cole taking MJF's spot in the match. This was wild wild stuff. Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" checks in to discuss Toni Khan's booking of his Pay Per View main event in Los Angeles. @AEW

Episode #42 On the morning of this Survivor Series 2023, Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" joins our podcast today for a watch-along of this past monday night's epic encounter between Miz & Gunther. Gunther has recieved much praise on our show and amongst the internet wrestling community, so we figured it's about time we gave Gunter some good time on our show. If you haven't seen this scene yet, it'...

Episode #41 Well the day has finally come. There comes a time when there is no other way for a conflict to be solved than in WarGames! Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" joins the show to discuss the build to the men's & women's WarGames matches at 2023's Survivor Series. We also try to give predictions for the matches. Who do you think is gonna win? @wwe

Episode #40 Doing something a little different today. We usually try to stick to pro wrestling on the Malapert Smark podcast, but if it has to do with the legendary Jim Cornette, it has to do with wrestling! Today we take a glimpse into the life of the wrestling legend as he encounters new problems in retirement. We listen to Corny discuss his traumatizing experience at the self-checkout stand and...

Episode #39 Well it finally happened. Santos Escobar didn't last too long in this "familia" as the LWO has one less member now. Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" is on the show with us to watch the scene when Santos turned on Rey. @WWE

Episode #38 Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" joined the show this week to discuss the recent additions of Kairi Sane and Asuka to an already stacked Damage Control stable. The discussion spirals into a existential crisis on whether or not we should even watch wrestling anymore, as "The Wrestling Expert" is not excited for this angle leading up to the Women's WarGames match at Survivor Series. What do y...

Episode #37 The WWE Universe have been treated to a surprise run from the legendary John Cena, but the writer's strike in Hollywood is over and Cena will return to acting. Vlad "The Wrestling Expert" joins our podcast to discuss Cena putting Solo Sikoa over on the way out and his overall performance during his 2023 run on Smackdown. @WWE

Episode #36 Kayhan is a big fan of bagging contests in wrestling. We got one last Monday night on #wwe Raw, as Judgement Day prepared for the War Games showdown by trying to get into their rivals heads verbally. Did Judgement Day get the best of the roast or did Cody, Seth, Sami Zayn & Jey Uso manage to manage to turn the tables on them? Vlad “The Wrestling Expert” joins the show to discuss… P...