Turnbuckle Talk Wrestling

The Illusion of Progress in WWE’s Biggest Season WrestleMania is almost here… …but something still feels off. Because this week exposed a gap in WWE’s biggest season: 👉 RAW feels like it’s tightening everything 👉 SmackDown still feels like it’s trying to catch up And that difference? It matters more than people think. On this episode of Turnbuckle Talk Wrestling : • Randy Orton’s story continues...

WWE CHOSE VIOLENCE - And now we’re seeing who actually matters. This week wasn’t about recaps - It was about momentum. It was about control. And it was about who’s actually ready for WrestleMania ... Because when you look at RAW (3/16), SmackDown (3/20), and RAW (3/23) together… this isn’t three shows. this is one continuous WrestleMania build ... and things are starting to shift. ⸻ On this episod...

The road to WrestleMania just got violent. We dropped an episode before the 3/13 SmackDown airs, saying the fuse was lit… and within hours, Randy Orton lit the match. On this episode of Turnbuckle Talk Wrestling, we break down a week where pressure didn’t just build — it started breaking people. Cody Rhodes is bleeding. Friendships are cracking. And WWE might’ve just stumbled into its most dangero...

Apologies for any audio issues. I recorded this on a new set up! NOTE: We literally published this episode minutes before SmackDown aired… and Randy Orton just turned heel. We talked in this episode about how a Cody vs Orton story could turn in that direction closer to WrestleMania. Apparently WWE decided: “Nah. Tonight.” Full breakdown coming in the next episode! This week the road to WrestleMani...

Elimination Chamber Review + RAW After Preview (WrestleMania 42 Build Ignites) Elimination Chamber 2026 finally did what it was supposed to do: it lit the road to WrestleMania on fire. We break down the entire PLE match-by-match — Rhea Ripley punching her ticket to WrestleMania and what that means for Jade Cargill, AJ Lee winning the Women’s Intercontinental Championship, CM Punk surviving Finn Bá...

WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 Predictions, Go-Home RAW Fallout & WrestleMania 42 Pressure Test NOTE: *We recorded this episode before the go home SmackDown. -The Irresistible Forces dethrone RhIyo and become the NEW women's tag team champions. *Jey Uso has since now been attacked and it will be Jacob Fatu vs. Logan Paul for the final Elimination Chamber spot. -Drew screws Jacob and Logan advanc...

*Apologies for the Audio in certain spots, we had some technical issues during recording. Just know we had a mystery box Danhausen prediction and a Punk v Balor segment. We had to cut it out due to the audio issues. We'll catch back up with these Friday when we drop our predictions episode!* WWE is officially on the Road to WrestleMania 42 — but does it actually feel like it? On this episode of Tu...

RAW moved. SmackDown played it safe. And we’re tired of safe. This week on Turnbuckle Talk Wrestling , we break down the real issue heading into Elimination Chamber — momentum. Why did RAW feel like it understood WrestleMania season… while SmackDown felt like it was protecting the board? We dig into: The Cody vs Jacob qualifier finish — and why it may have flattened the Chamber’s unpredictability....

The Royal Rumble is over, and WrestleMania season is officially underway. On this episode of Turnbuckle Talk Wrestling , we break down the immediate fallout from the Royal Rumble and the first week of television that followed. Rather than recapping results, this episode focuses on direction — who feels elevated, where momentum continued, and where WWE may already be hesitating as the road to Wrest...

The Royal Rumble is over — and the fallout is already reshaping WrestleMania season. On this episode of Turnbuckle Talk Wrestling , we break down everything that actually mattered coming out of the 2026 Royal Rumble. From a Women’s Rumble that struggled early but delivered big in the final stretch, to Liv Morgan punching her ticket to WrestleMania, to AJ Styles wrestling his final WWE match, this...

This is the final episode before the Royal Rumble. On this episode of TTW , we break down everything that actually matters heading into WWE’s most important match of the year. From the fallout of Saturday Night’s Main Event to the go-home RAW, this is a full momentum check on who WWE clearly believes in — and who still feels unresolved as WrestleMania season begins. Before predictions, we also run...

Royal Rumble: The Difference Between Momentum and Noise With the Royal Rumble just weeks away, the gap between momentum and noise in WWE has never been clearer. On this episode of Turnbuckle Talk Wrestling , co-hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack break down why SmackDown feels confident and intentional heading into the Rumble — while RAW continues to feel hesitant, unfocused, and unsure o...

In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent events in professional wrestling, focusing on John Cena's final match against Gunther, the implications of Austin Theory's reveal as the masked man, and the fallout from the Pro Wrestling Awards. They analyze match outcomes, character developments, and fan reactions, particularly regarding Cena's retirement and Gunther's ri...

In this episode, the hosts recap the recent Survivor Series event, expressing their disappointment with the overall product and the WarGames match. They discuss the implications of John Cena's last match against Gunther, predictions for Saturday Night's Main Event, and the future of various wrestlers, including Maxine and Gunther. The conversation also touches on the current state of WWE, long-ter...

In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming SummerSlam event. They delve into predictions for the matches, the 'Evolution' of women's wrestling, and the impact of celebrity appearances in WWE. The conversation also touches on Seth Rollins' 'injury'(?) status, the dynamics between Cody Rhodes and John Cena - potentially leading to a RARE double turn and the overall...

In this episode of StS, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking releases in WWE and the implications for the wrestling industry.. The conversation shifts to Will Ospreay's perspective on the rivalry between WWE and AEW, and the importance of finding a balance of both in-ring skills and storytelling in wrestling versus only choosing to do one or the other, The episo...

The conversation delves into the aftermath of WrestleMania, analyzing match outcomes, performances, and future storylines. The hosts discuss the contrasting energies of the two nights, highlight key matches, and express concerns about the women's division and tag team dynamics. They also speculate on potential future feuds and the direction of various wrestlers in the coming months. Overall, the d...

TTW Hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack dive deep into their predictions for WrestleMania, discussing each match on the card for both nights. They give an in depth analysis of the potential outcomes, the implications of each wrestler's performance, the storytelling involved, and the implications of each match, while also engaging in friendly bets and speculating on character developments,...

In this episode of Wednesday Night Marks, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming WrestleMania 41, including match predictions, the recent 'Go Home' Monday Night Raw, and the overall state of wrestling storylines. They express their frustrations with the current build-up to WrestleMania, the treatment of mid-card talent, and the women's division in WWE. The discussion als...

In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the current state of WWE as they approach WrestleMania, including the card overview, the impact of the European tour on storylines, and the heated exchanges between John Cena and Cody Rhodes. They also delve into Jade Cargill and her feud with Naomi, Rey Phoenix's debut, and the lackluster feud between Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stra...

In this inaugural segment of StS, co-hosts conversation, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the current build-up to WrestleMania, focusing on John Cena's first heel promo, the impact of European tours on WWE storylines, and the dynamics between Cena and Cody Rhodes. They analyze the role of legends like Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Rock in the current wrestling landscape, as well as...

In the fourth installment of Wednesday Night Marks, co-hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, the implications for WrestleMania, and the impact of CM Punk's next 'Pipe Bomb' promo. They analyze the role of Travis Scott in the wrestling narrative and the unexpected victory of Iyo Sky for the Women's World Heavyweight Championship. The conver...

In this conversation, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, analyzing its implications for his character and the wrestling landscape. They compare it to past iconic heel turns, particularly Hulk Hogan's, and speculate on the future of Cena's character leading into WrestleMania. The discussion then shifts to the Elimination Chamber event, h...

Rest in Peace Churchill Froelich. April 6, 1993 - February 17, 2025. In this episode, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming Elimination Chamber event and give their predictions for the matches and the potential outcomes they could have for WrestleMania 41. They delve into the dynamics between Cody Rhodes and The Rock, analyze the women's and men's elimination chamber ma...

In this episode, the hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the fallout from the Royal Rumble, analyzing both the Women's and Men's matches, including unexpected returns and eliminations. They delve into the ladder match between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, highlighting the brutal spots and storytelling involved. The conversation shifts to Jey Uso's surprising victory and the implica...