The Ringer Wrestling Show

David and Kaz strap in to talk about the 'Money in the Bank' event that saw the lauded return of John Cena (01:36)! They also break down why people are upset and what is causing "NXT PTSD" (17:29). Plus, David proposes what NXT's next move should be (36:27). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz look back at the career of “Mr. Wonderful” Paul Orndorff and pay their respects (06:00). Later, they discuss Bayley’s injury and how it affects the women’s division (14:30), as well as Mandy Rose’s return to ‘NXT.’ Later, they briefly talk AEW’s ‘Fyter Fest’ (38:00) before previewing ‘Money in the Bank’ (45:35). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Production Assistant: Jonatha...

David and Kaz start by talking about the AEW debut of Malakai Black, formerly known as Aleister Black (2:20). Then they recap NXT 'American Bash' (23:55) and 'Monday Night Raw' (41:27). Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Production Assistant: Isaiah Blakely Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz open the show discussing Jim Ross’s minor slipup on last night’s ‘Dynamite’ before turning their attention to the big story of the week: Eddie Kingston’s very pro-AEW and anti-WWE promo on ‘Saturday Night Dynamite’ (02:00). Later, David and Kaz talk Kofi Kingston’s impact in the main event spot, and debate whether the New Day are the greatest tag team in WWE history (23:00). Things c...

David and Kaz open the show discussing a long weekend’s worth of ‘Hell in a Cell’ matches (02:00) before taking a quick turn to fantasy book an inter-gender wrestling pay-per-view (09:00). Later, the two are joined by babyface production assistant Jonathan Kermah to discuss what moves would make them most excited for ‘SummerSlam’ in Vegas (40:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Product...

David and Kaz give their predictions on this Sunday’s ‘Hell in a Cell’ to open the show (02:00). Later, they are joined by WWE superstar Drew McIntyre to discuss wrestling inside of a Hell in a Cell cage (26:00), meeting Bobby Lashley after his first WWE tryout (29:00), his ‘SummerSlam’ dream match (40:00), and more. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Drew McIntyre Production Assist...

David and Kaz open the show discussing their anticipation for ‘SummerSlam,’ which will take place in front of a live crowd in Las Vegas, as well as some of the possible headline matches (00:00). They also discuss Andrade El Idolo’s AEW debut (02:00). Later, they are joined by Dan St. Germain to discuss ‘WrestleRoasts,’ AEW fans, Cody Rhodes, and ‘NXT TakeOver: In Your House’ (24:00). Things come t...

David and Kaz discuss another shocking wave of roster cuts, headlined by Braun Strowman and Aleister Black (1:00). They also get into the WWE and New Japan rumors (25:00). Later, they react to AEW’s ‘Double or Nothing’ (28:00) and Drew McIntyre defeating Kofi Kingston on ‘Raw’ and once again becoming the no. 1 contender for the WWE Championship (39:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide P...

David and Kaz open the show praising Trae Young for being the perfect heel for the New York Knicks in the playoffs before paying respect to ECW legend New Jack (02:00). They also discuss Adnan Virk and WWE’s mutual agreement to part ways, and former UFC commentator Jimmy Smith being brought in as a replacement (14:00). Briefly, they touch upon Riddle and Xavier Woods match on 'Raw, and Aleister Bl...

David and Kaz open the show discussing ‘WrestleMania Backlash’ and the fallout on ‘Monday Night Raw,’ including Kofi Kingston pinning Randy Orton and WWE champion Bobby Lashley on the same night (02:00). They discuss Will Ospreay vacating the IWGP world heavyweight title due to a neck injury (43:30). Later, they talk about AEW’s new TV deal and some of their favorite moments on this week’s ‘Dynami...

David and Kaz open the show discussing Cody Rhodes’s promo for his upcoming match against Anthony Ogogo (02:30). Later, David does some fantasy booking to fix the WWE post-'WrestleMania' lull before the guys preview ‘WrestleMania Backlash’ (21:00). Stay until the end for a brief teaser from Kaz on his WWE inside scoop, which he will elaborate on next week. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyid...

David and Kaz react to the news that Daniel Bryan’s WWE contract expired after he lost his Universal Championship match against Roman Reigns on ‘SmackDown’ (02:00). Later, they discuss AEW’s ‘Blood and Guts,’ including Chris Jericho’s big fall off the steel cage (28:00). And as things draw to a close, David dedicates some time to Kyle O’Reilly’s terrible outfit on ‘NXT’ (48:00). Hosts: David Shoem...

David and Kaz are joined by artist and wrestling fan Jonathan Bartlett to discuss designing posters for the WWE (02:00). Later, they discuss Jason Jordan’s promotion to WWE lead producer and the importance of producers in creating classic matches (13:00). They also discuss Braun Strowman earning his spot in the WWE championship match at ‘WrestleMania Backlash,’ Randy Orton and Riddle’s newly forme...

David and Kaz open the show with a conversation with the newest member of the ‘Raw’ announcing team, Adnan Virk, who talks about finding his voice within the world of WWE, his favorite superstars right now, and more (3:00). Later, they are joined by comedian Ron Funches to discuss his new show, ‘Chopped 420,’ last week’s WWE roster cuts, and his favorite moments from the week in wrestling (25:00)....

David and Kaz discuss Kaz’s live ‘WrestleMania’ perspective as well as some of his backstage interactions (02:00). They also briefly discuss this week on ‘Raw’ and ‘AEW Dynamite’ (22:00). Later, they answer some fan mail in this week’s Ten Count (53:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and babyface producer Jonathan Kermah give their instant reaction to Night 2 of ‘WrestleMania 37,' kicking the discussion off with the main event triple threat match between Roman Reigns, Daniel Bryan, and Edge. Later, they give out Rockets for the WrestleMania weekend. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and babyface producer Jonathan Kermah give their instant reaction to Night 1 of ‘WrestleMania 37,' kicking the discussion off with the history-making main event that was Bianca Belair vs. Sasha Banks. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Kaz open the show with reactions to Night 1 of ‘NXT: Stand and Deliver’ and briefly look ahead to Night 2 (02:00). Later, they make their predictions for both nights of ‘WrestleMania 37’ (27:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Kaz are joined by rapper and wrestling fanatic Smoke DZA to discuss NXT moving over to Tuesday nights, which puts an end to the Wednesday Night Wars (04:30). They also discuss the devastating confirmation of the Hurt Business breakup this week (22:00), and talk about the rest of the 'WrestleMania' card (28:00). Later, they speak on Peacock scrubbing away the most inappropriate content in...

Dave and Kaz are joined by ‘WrestleRoasts’ cohost Mike Lawrence to discuss the dissension within the Hurt Business (03:00), as well as Andrade’s request for release being granted (13:00). Later, they discuss Rhea Ripley being thrust into the Raw Women’s title picture (32:00), along with the Fiend’s return at ‘Fastlane’ (36:00). As things come to a close, the guys discuss NXT as well as the latest...

Dave and Kaz discuss Thunder Rosa and Britt Baker’s phenomenal lights out match that closed ‘Dynamite,’ along with Dave Meltzer’s comments in reaction to the match (10:00). They also discuss some of the other strong moments from ‘Dynamite’ this week (35:00). Later, they preview the ‘Fastlane’ card ahead of this Sunday’s show (45:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Learn more about your...

Dave and Kaz are joined by ‘Dark Side of the Ring: Confidential’ showrunner Andrew Goldstein to react to the ending of the exploding barbed wire death match at AEW ‘Revolution’ as well as Christian making the move to AEW (01:30). Later, they discuss the possibilities with Bobby Lashley as WWE champion, Apollo Crews’s change of character on Smackdown, and John Laurinaitis’s WWE return (39:00). Fina...

Dave is joined by ‘WrestleRoasts’ cohost Dan St. Germain to discuss Bobby Lashley winning his first WWE World Title on the road to 'WrestleMania' (02:00). Later, they preview AEW ‘Revolution’ and discuss Shaq getting put through a table on ‘Dynamite’ (20:00). And to wrap things up, they briefly talk about Soulja Boy’s Twitter beef with WWE superstars, Daniel Bryan possibly facing Roman Reigns at ‘...

Dave and Kaz discuss the shocking AEW signing of 20-plus-year WWE veteran Paul Wight, a.k.a "Big Show" (02:00). Later, they react to ‘Elimination Chamber,’ including the Miz cashing in his ‘Money in the Bank’ briefcase to win his second WWE championship (21:00). To close the show, in honor of Video Game Week at The Ringer, they discuss their favorite wrestling video games (52:00) Hosts: David Shoe...

Dave and Kaz kick things off by discussing the lack of hype surrounding the road to ‘WrestleMania’ compared to AEW’s upcoming exploding barbed wire deathmatch between John Moxley and Kenny Omega, or the Undisputed Era breakup on NXT. Later, they preview this Sunday’s ‘Elimination Chamber' (31:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com...