Top Rope Nation - WWE & AEW Podcast

The card for WWE Backlash has taken shape, with the WWE's next PLE putting together a somewhat surprising card. We debate the matches announces so far, as well as the overall direction for Seth Rollins, Bron Breakker, Sami Zayn, John Cena, and more. Plus, thoughts on the AEW world title scene and the build to Double or Nothing.  For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclu...

Ryan and Jesse review WWE WrestleMania 41's night two, including an outstanding undercard and an all-time bad main event between John Cena and Cody Rhodes, Plus, surprise, no appearance from The Rock! We break down all the positives (an unbelievable women's match) and negatives (mostly just that main event). For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of cl...

We review night one of WWE WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas. We start off with the big news, Paul Heyman turns on Roman Reigns and CM Punk to join forces with Seth Rollins in an epically executed heel turn. What does this mean for 2025 WWE? Plus, thoughts on Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair, Jacob Fatu, Jey Uso winning the title from Gunther, Bret Hart rolling his eyes at Triple H, and more! For b...

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 WrestleMania 12 from March 1996! Bret Hart vs. Shawn Michaels in an Iron Man Match, Diesel vs. The Undertaker, The Ultimate Warrior returns, and much more! The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the car...

Join us this week as we discuss John Cena and Cody Rhodes' promo from WWE Raw. Did they successfully change the narrative heading into WrestleMania 41? We also go over the updated WrestleMania card, including Kevin Owens' apparent injury and CM Punk's main event. Plus, we preview AEW Dynasty. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestl...

Join us for this week's Top Rope Nation flagship as we discuss whether John Cena's heel turn has been disappointing so far. Plus, a rant on WWE's "corporate values" of late. And then, we have some thoughts on AEW Dynasty and the card for next weekend's PPV event. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-f...

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 In Your House 6 from February 1996! Bret Hart vs. Diesel in a Steel Cage, Shawn Michaels vs. Owen Hart, Razor Ramon vs. 1-2-3 Kid, and more! The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news...

Join us as we talk about all of the news of the week in pro wrestling. CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins from Raw. The fallout from AEW Revolution and this week's Dynamite. Justin and Jesse start the show, and Ryan makes a surprise appearance at the end to join the guys. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versions of all o...

Jesse is joined by PWTorch contributor and friend of the show Frank Peteani to preview this Sunday's AEW Revolution card. Kenny Omega vs. Konosuke Takeshita. Will Ospreay vs. Kyle Fletcher. Adam Copeland vs. Jon Moxley. Mariah May vs. Toni Storm. Swerve Strickland vs. Ricochet. And much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling show...

Join Jesse and Ryan as they review Saturday's WWE Elimination Chamber event. John Cena wins the men's Chamber match, then turns heel and joins forces with the Rock. Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens. Randy Orton returns. Bianca Belair prevails in the women's Chamber match. Much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-...

Join us as we preview WWE Elimination Chamber and discuss the build to next weekend's AEW Revolution PPV. A rapid fire show that covers a lot of ground in a short amount of time. Hope you enjoy! 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 170 bonus...

Join us this week as we count down this week in pro wrestling news! We discuss AEW Dynamite, Hangman Adam Page and MJF's feud, Adam Copeland and Jon Moxley, The Hurt Business, and much more. Plus, some thoughts on WWE TV this week. The Undertaker's comments on Vince McMahon. Ricky Starks debuts in NXT. And much more. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive revi...

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 Royal Rumble 2000! Cactus Jack vs. Triple H in an epic Street Fight, The Hardy Boyz vs. The Dudleys, Tazz's debut, and much more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the...

Jey Uso wins the Royal Rumble. Are we yeeting yet? Or do we think it was a bad decision? Is there a major twist on the way during WrestleMania season? Plus, we talk Charlotte Flair's return and victory, standout performers in both the men's and women's Royal Rumble, Drew McIntyre walking out of the show, Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens tearing down the house in their ladder match, and much...

Get a taste of the kind of content we are pushing out on our Patreon weekly. If you like this show, sign up so you never miss an episode. Plus, every episode of Top Rope Nation Classics and much more. Over 170 bonus podcasts total, with new shows dropping practically every week for members. Join with a free 7 day trial: https://www.patreon.com/topropenation Jesse and Patron of the show Michael Jen...

A wide ranging, fun show this week! Ryan and Jesse talk about this week's AEW Dynamite, and some major positives (are Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay the new Mega Powers?!) and a couple negatives. Plus, we preview this weekend's WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and hit some news topics in the closing segment. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of c...

Join us as we break down a HUGE week in pro wrestling. Kenny Omega returns, first to NJPW, then AEW Dynamite. Plus, WWE had a massive success with their first broadcast on Netflix. 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 160 bonus podcasts available...

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 Survivor Series 1992! Plus, our own Kyle Ross makes his return to Top Rope Nation and joins us to break down a show that he attended. Shawn Michaels vs. Bret Hart, Randy Savage and Mr. Perfect vs. Razor Ramon and Ric F...

We review Saturday night's AEW Worlds End event. Ospreay vs. Okada. Ospreay vs. Fletcher. Kenny Omega Returns. Adam Copeland Returns. 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 over 160 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the...

Join us as we cover the WWE loading its Monday Night RAW debut on Netflix. How have CM Punk and Seth Rollins have done thus far building up to their match on January 6th? We also cover the AEW Continental Classic, the build up of the women's division, and how Worlds End is looking at the end of the month. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic w...

Saturday Night's Main Event made it's anticipated return to NBC on Saturday night at the Nassau Coliseum. Cody Rhodes brought back the Winged Eagle title belt in his title defense against Kevin Owens. Sami Zayn vs. Drew McIntyre. Gunther vs. Finn Balor vs. Damian Priest. Liv Morgan vs. Iyo Sky. Chelsea Green vs. Michin. Thanks to Frank Peteani (who attended the show!) and Jay Schmitz for j...

of RAW in 2024. How does the crowded main event scene stack up heading into 2025? What about the New Day and the CM Punk/Seth Rollins segment and its WrestleMania implication? We also touch on AEW Dynamite and the Continental Classic thus far. 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 supp...

Join us live as we review AEW Full Gear 2024! An incredible match between Will Ospreay and Kyle Fletcher. Jon Moxley vs. Orange Cassidy. Mercedes Mone and Kris Statlander tearing it up. And so 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 over 160 b...

Join us this week as we discuss the build to WWE's War Games match at Survivor Series and how the company has bit off more than they should have. Plus, some thoughts on AEW and their build to Full Gear. Plus, your questions...and a discussion on The Rock's best movies? For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows and ad-free versio...

Join us as we discuss some big returns in the world of AEW this week as Powerhouse Hobbs returned on Dynamite and Kenny Omega came back to NJPW. Plus, we talk about the booking trajectory for the rest of this year, the big joint show with NJPW at the Tokyo Dome, what should be done with AEW's secondary titles, and much more. We end with some WWE discussion, including some late thoughts on last...