Work Or Shoot?: A Wrestling Podcast

Send us Fan Mail We relive AMW’s Thanksgiving Turmoil: a four-hour rollercoaster with double-ring War Games, a heartfelt Hall of Fame moment, and undercard surprises that made indie wrestling feel larger than life. We call shots honestly, celebrate the turn, and map out our new series reviewing indie shows. • VIP pre-show stories and meeting Good Brothers  • Z Collins vs Gaines pacing and roll-up...

Send us Fan Mail The week felt like a coin flip between a brilliant slow burn and a tired rerun, and that’s exactly where we start. We wrestle with the eternal question—are we watching a real Jey Uso heel turn or another head fake designed to stretch the Bloodline saga—and get honest about fatigue, nostalgia, and why pulling Paul Heyman out might be the only true reset. From there we zoom out: Sau...

Send us Fan Mail The line between reality and performance in professional wrestling has never been more blurred, and in this episode, we welcome Wayne back as we dissect the most talked-about "work or shoot" moments rocking the wrestling world. We tackle the disturbing Raja Davis incident head-on, examining how an untrained fighter's presence in a wrestling ring led to a legitimate...

Send us Fan Mail The unmistakable roar of "The Beast is Back!" sets the tone for this thrilling breakdown of WWE SummerSlam 2024. We called Brock Lesnar's return months ago after spotting his figure in merchandise shipments, and our predictions finally came true in spectacular fashion as he confronted John Cena following Cody Rhodes' championship defense. Throughout our passion...

Send us Fan Mail The wrestling world was rocked this week by the passing of Hulk Hogan, and the Work or Shoot Podcast hosts deliver a raw, unfiltered conversation about the Hulkster's complicated legacy. Wrestling fans will appreciate the honest discussion about separating Hogan's undeniable impact on the business from his controversial personal life, exploring how he blazed trails for w...

Send us Fan Mail Is Seth Rollins truly injured, or is WWE crafting the perfect storyline leading into SummerSlam? The Work or Shoot Podcast dives headfirst into wrestling's most compelling conspiracy theories, examining the subtle clues that suggest Rollins' knee injury might be the perfect setup for CM Punk's championship aspirations. The conversation takes fascinating turns throug...

Send us Fan Mail The invisible line between reality and fiction is what makes professional wrestling magic, and on this episode of Work or Shoot, we're pulling back the curtain to examine exactly where that line falls in today's WWE landscape. CM Punk's unexpected appearance in Saudi Arabia starts our conversation, as we question the legitimacy of his fan interaction and what it rev...

Send us Fan Mail Literally lost this episode for a month. listen and laugh. Don't forget to Like, Sub, Comment, Write a letter, Call us, Meet us, Come on the podcast. Check us out on YOUTUBE Check us out on Socials Don't forget to Like, Sub, Comment, Write a letter, Call us, Meet us, Come on the podcast. Support Independent wrestling Don't be such a mark today RING THE BELL!

Send us Fan Mail The line between reality and fiction in professional wrestling is constantly blurred, and we're here to analyze what's a "work" (planned storyline) versus a "shoot" (unscripted reality) in WWE and beyond. • Debating whether R-Truth's recent release was legitimate or a scripted storyline • Analyzing our experience at the Lexington WWE show where C...

Send us Fan Mail The wrestling world was rocked by surprising WWE roster cuts including Braun Strowman, Dakota Kai, Shayna Baszler, Cora Jade, and Eddie Thorpe, signaling a major post-WrestleMania rebuilding phase. • Strowman's release makes sense with Omos re-signed and Rusev returning – WWE doesn't need multiple similar big men • Dakota Kai and Eddie Thorpe releases were particularly s...

Send us Fan Mail John Cena shocks the wrestling world by defeating Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 41 to become a record-breaking 17-time world champion while simultaneously turning heel for the first time in nearly two decades. • The hosts express their immediate reactions to Cena's heel turn, with Noah particularly emotional as a lifelong Cena fan • Jay Uso defeated Gunther to capture the Inter...

Send us Fan Mail The Showing Color Podcast crew excitedly previews WrestleMania week with match-by-match predictions for both nights, discussing the meteoric rise of Jey Uso, Gunther's dominance, and potential Bloodline drama to come. They debate title changes while highlighting Jade Cargill's impressive development, their frustrations with Charlotte Flair, and their high expectations fo...

Send us Fan Mail Stone Cold Day brings the wrestling world into focus as we dive headfirst into the chaotic build toward what might be the most star-studded WrestleMania in years. From the electrifying European crowds giving American audiences a masterclass in enthusiasm to the potential seismic shift of a John Cena heel turn, we leave no wrestling stone unturned. New tag team champions emerge on...

Send us Fan Mail  Well, Shit. Don't forget to Like, Sub, Comment, Write a letter, Call us, Meet us, Come on the podcast. Check us out on YOUTUBE Don't be such a mark today.   Check us out on Socials Don't forget to Like, Sub, Comment, Write a letter, Call us, Meet us, Come on the podcast. Support Independent wrestling Don't be such a mark today RING THE BELL!

Send us Fan Mail This episode reveals the highs and lows in wrestling, including discussions about the Royal Rumble results and predictions for the upcoming Elimination Chamber. We dissect Cena's potential heel turn and explore the implications of various matches leading into Wrestlemania, all while encouraging listener engagement through predictions and reflections on the dynamic world of wr...

Send us Fan Mail The Royal Rumble has arrived, and with it comes anticipation for surprises, crowd favorites, and daring predictions. In our recent episode, we delve deep into who might win the Rumble and the potential storylines that could evolve post-event. • Analyzing surprise entrants that could shake the Rumble's outcome  • Speculating on potential winners in the women's division  •...

Send us Fan Mail Excitement fills the air as the team delivers detailed predictions for the highly anticipated Royal Rumble. With lively discussions on potential surprise returns and expectations for the women's and men's Rumble matches, the hosts explore the significance of each wrestler's journey leading up to the event. • Reflections on SmackDown leading to the Rumble  • Predicti...

Send us Fan Mail This episode blends wrestling nostalgia with holiday cheer, fostering lively discussions on everything from replica wrestling rings to iconic moves. We celebrate unforgettable wrestling moments while exploring the connections between festive spirit and the wrestling community.  • Discussing the excitement of 18-foot replica wrestling rings  • Exploring the wrestling scene with AEW...

Send us Fan Mail WAR GAMES Team Rhea wins the Women’s WarGames Match Shinsuke Nakamura def. LA Knight | WWE United States Title Bron Breakker Def. Sheamus and Ludwig Kaiser | WWE IC Title GUNTHER def. Damian Priest | WWE World Heavyweight Title The OG Bloodline wins Men’s WarGames NXT DEADLINE Oba Femi won the Men's Iron Survivor Challenge. Lola Vice def. Jaida Parker - NXT Underground Match....

Send us Fan Mail * Men’s WarGames Match: Roman Reigns, The Usos, Sami Zayn, and CM Punk vs. New Bloodline & Bronson Reed * Women’s WarGames Match: Rhea Ripley, Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, Iyo Sky & Naomi vs. Liv Morgan, Raquel Rodriguez, Nia Jax, Tiffany Stratton & Candice LeRae * World Heavyweight Championship Match: Gunther vs. Damian Priest * WWE Intercontinental Championship Match...

Send us Fan Mail The new Bloodline defeats Reigns and the Usos after Sikoa pins Reigns. Jade Cargill and Bianca Belair retained the WWE Women’s Tag Team Championship in a Fatal 4-Way match. Seth Rollins beat Bronson Reed. Liv Morgan defeated Nia Jax to win the women’s Crown Jewel Championship. Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens never took place after the two stars brawled pre-match. LA Knight defeated An...

Send us Fan Mail AEW World championship: Jon Moxley def. Bryan Danielson (c) ROH World championship: Mark Briscoe (c) def. Chris Jericho AEW Tag Team championship: Young Bucks (c) def. Private Party Darby Allin def. Brody King Two-out-of-three falls: Hologram def. The Beast Mortos, 2-1 International championship: Konosuke Takeshita def.  Will Ospreay (c)  and Ricochet TNT championship: Jack Perry...

Send us Fan Mail CM Punk def. Drew McIntyre | Hell in a Cell Nia Jax def. Bayley | WWE Women’s Championship Damian Priest def. Finn Balor Rhea Ripley def. Liv Morgan by DQ | Dominik Mysterio is in a shark cage Reigns and Rhodes def. The Bloodline Don't forget to Like, Sub, Comment, Write a letter, Call us, Meet us, Come on the podcast. Check us out on YOUTUBE Don't be such a mark today....

Send us Fan Mail Axiom and Nathan Frazer defeated Chase University (Andre Chase and Ridge Holland) (c) (with Duke Hudson, Riley Osborne, and Thea Hail) by pinfallTag team match for the NXT Tag Team Championship[15]13:33 2Zachary Wentz defeated Wes Lee by pinfallSingles match[15]13:37 3Kelani Jordan (c) defeated Wendy Choo by pinfallSingles match for the NXT Women's North American Championship...

Send us Fan Mail Wayno returns from Parts Unknown and suddenly knows about wrestling. We barely talk about AEW and Claybo chooses Football over wrestling. Cody Rhodes (c) vs Kevin Owens for WWE Undisputed Championship | Rhodes wins by pinfall after 4th Cross Rhodes. And still. Unholy Union (c) vs Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill for WWE Women's Tag Championship | Cargill pins Dawn for the win. And...