Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast

WWE revealed that John Cena's farewell match will be determined by a 16-man tournament. The winner will face Cena on Saturday Night's Main Event in December. Is this a missed opportunity? Plus, some AEW talk and the latest on Blood and Guts this Wednesday night on Dynamite. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free...

CM Punk is once again a world champion in WWE, defeating Jey Uso in the main event of Saturday Night's Main Event. Plus, AEW builds toward Blood and Guts in two weeks. Plus, your voicemails on the show hitting a massive milestone. The 400th episode of Top Rope Nation is here.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free v...

Join us for a fun one from the Top Rope Nation archives as we look back at some of the greatest matches and moments from the original Halloween Havoc event. We examine the full history of NWA/WCW Halloween Havoc from 1989-2000, and what we ended up with here is one of our favorite historical podcasts that we have ever done. Note: This show was originally released in October 2020 (Ep. 180) and is p...

Join us as we talk about all the latest news in WWE and AEW. We discuss AEW women's tag team championship tournament, the upcoming planned sale of WBD and how it will impact AEW, and WWE's card for Saturday Night's Main Event next week. Then, our featured topic this week: we rank our current top ten wrestlers in the world of North American pro wrestling. Link to the survey:  https://fo...

Join us as we talk about AEW WrestleDream. Darby Allin defeated Jon Moxley in an I Quit match, Hangman Page and Kris Statlander retained their AEW World championships. What direction is AEW heading as we close out 2025? Link to the survey: https://forms.gle/vJpc2GEkMCeQPunEA For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions...

This is your free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. Ryan, Justin, and Jesse review WWF In Your House Mind Games. Shawn Michaels vs. Mankind, The Undertaker vs. Goldust, Bret Hart's ongoing contract saga, and much more! The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news...

Join us as we talk about WWE Crown Jewel and how the show's gimmick leads to the company blowing two of the biggest matches they could possibly have - Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins and Stephanie Vaquer vs. Tiffany Stratton. Plus, thoughts on AEW's 6th anniversary and the build to WrestleDream. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling...

Ryan returns to the flagship, and the trio has a lot to get off their chest. Join us as we talk about WWE's recent streak of bad looks: WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia, Paul Heyman flaunting Brock Lesnar's alleged involvement in a sexual trafficking case, ticket sales falling off considerably, continued corporate greed, and more. Plus, WWE's efforts to counterprogram All Out falls on thei...

The guys discuss the return of AJ Lee, her past in WWE, and what 2025 and beyond could look like. Plus, thoughts on AEW's build to All Out in Toronto. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 200 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive...

Join us as we review AEW Forbidden Door and talk about Will Ospreay's neck surgery. Plus, Hangman Adam Page retains the AEW World Title over MJF, a crazy lights out steel cage match, and much more. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 200...

Join us as we discuss the latest news on ESPN acquiring the rights to WWE PLE events. Plus, more thoughts on Brock Lesnar's return to WWE, details on how it went down, and the latest on AEW and the build to Forbidden Door. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, consider supporting us on...

Cody Rhodes wins the title back from John Cena, but Brock Lesnar's return steals the headlines (and has us ranting). Plus, an awesome triple threat women's match that opened the show, an unfortunate incident with a zip tie, and much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all of our shows, conside...

Seth Rollins once again closed out a major WWE PLE as the headline news. After CM Punk and Gunther had an incredible main event bout, Rollins emerged, dropped his crutches, and walked out the new WWE World Heavyweight Champion. Plus, thoughts on Roman Reigns and Jey Uso, Charlotte Flair and Alexa Bliss, Jelly Roll, Tiffany Stratton, and much more. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as...

The wrestling world is reacting to the sudden death of Hulk Hogan (Terry Bollea). Hogan passed away on July 24, 2025 at the age of 71 years old. There is no question that Hogan is one of the biggest and most important names in the history of professional wrestling. He was a Mt. Rushmore level icon in the sport. But there's also no question that the Hulkster's legacy became much more compli...

Join us for our AEW All In Texas review. We discuss Hangman Adam Page defeating Jon. Moxley in an INSANE Texas Death Match, Toni Storm vs. Mercedes Mone, Kazuchika Okada vs. Kenny Omega, Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, and a lot more. Plus, thoughts on Saturday Night's Main Event, Bill Goldberg's retirement match, and the injury to Seth Rollins. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as...

AEW All In is scheduled for next weekend, and Hangman Adam Page will challenge Jon Moxley for the AEW World Title in a Texas Death Match. Is Page the man to take AEW to the next level? Plus, Will Ospreay and Swerve Strickland team up against the Young Bucks. Is this the right use of these teams? Will Mercedes Mone defeat Timeless Toni Storm? Lastly, we talk the latest wrestling news and rumors, in...

Happy Independence Day weekend! Today we present a show from the Top Rope Nation archives (2021). We discuss the rich history of the NWA and WCW Great American Bash PPV events (and tours). We're joined by wrestling historian Graham Cawthon, founder of TheHistoryofWWE.com, to get into all of the details of the Bash events. We talk best moments, best matches, how the event got started, and much...

This is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. Ryan, Justin, Jesse and a returning Kyle Ross review the 21st edition of WWF Saturday Night's Main Event (taped Apr. 25, 1989 and aired May 27, 1989). Hulk Hogan vs. Big Boss Man in a steel cage, the Brain Busters vs. Demolition, Rick Ru...

With the U.S. launching an attack on Iran, should WWE move their Night of Champions show in Saudi Arabia this Saturday? Should Night of Champions be cancelled altogether? We discuss. Plus, thoughts on John Cena's "pipebomb" on CM Punk from this past Friday, Bill Goldberg's return, the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments, as well as some thoughts on AEW Grand Slam Mexico and the...

Jesse is joined by Cam Hawkins and Kel Dansby for a special edition of Top Rope Nation Unplugged! They discuss Mariah May's arrival in NXT as Blake Monroe. Is there a double standard for men and women as it pertains to being sent to developmental instead of the main roster? Plus, some thoughts on changes in the wrestling media and more. If you enjoyed this special free edition of Top Rope Nati...

Join us as we recap Saturday night's edition WWE Money In The Bank 2025! R-Truth shocked the world by returning and taking out John Cena in his tag team match with Logan Paul against Cody Rhodes and Jey Uso. What's the real story behind R-Truth's return? Was it actually a work? Plus, Seth Rollins wins the Money In The Bank Match. Naomi becomes Miss Money In The Bank. Dominik Mysterio r...

This is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This time it's WWF Backlash from April 2000! The Rock vs. Triple H. Steve Austin returns. And miuch more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so...

Join us as we recap Sunday night's edition of AEW Double Or Nothing, an outstanding PPV featuring a wild Anarchy In The Arena, Mercedes Mone vs. Jamie Hayter, Will Ospreay vs. Hangman Adam Page, and much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have...

Join us as we preview a huge week ahead in the world of pro wrestling. WWE Saturday Night's Main Event next Saturday, followed by AEW Double or Nothing next Sunday night. Who should win the Owen Hart Cup tournament final between Will Ospreay and Hangman Page? And what does that direction mean for AEW All In and Jon Moxley's world title? Plus, thoughts on all of the rest of the matches on t...

Join Ryan and Jesse as they review Saturday night's WWE Backlash PLE. John Cena vs. Randy Orton. Jacob Fatu shines. Lyra Valkyria vs. Becky Lynch. Jeff Cobb debuts. And more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all our shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 180 bonus podcasts available i...