WRESTLING SOUP

Wrestling Soup: Hall of Fame Post Show Review and WrestleMania Previews 00:00 Opening Remarks and Wrestling Soup Begins! 00:32 Diving into the Hall of Fame: Speeches, Schedules, and SmackDown Critiques 03:54 Paul Heyman's Hall of Fame Speech: A Deep Dive 21:17 Bull Nakano's Induction: A Legacy Honored 26:25 Muhammad Ali's Tribute: The Legend Among Legends 28:31 Reflecting on Muhammad Ali's Legacy...

w/Jon Draper from Spitball Media @iamjondraper 00:00 The Wild World of Wrestling: Controversies and Opinions 01:48 Introducing Wrestling Soup: A Dive into Wrestling Gossip 02:22 The Wrestling Community's Take on Controversies and Personalities 06:26 Edge's Speech: A Wrestling Legend's Perspective 10:10 AEW's Impact and the Wrestling Industry's Dynamics 17:39 The Wrestling Business: Insights and An...

Wrestling Roundup: WrestleMania Preparations and Reflecting on Bray Wyatt In this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Missionary Thomas, Kevin Castle, and special guest Julian Cannon delve into the latest wrestling news and events. They discuss the finalization of WrestleMania matches, a revealing interview with CM Punk by Ariel Helwani, and the impact of AEW's business decisions including re...

Wrestlemania Week Buzz and AEW Controversies Discussed In this episode, the hosts from Wrestling Soup, along with Lee Sanders of the RCWR show, dive into wrestling criticisms, news, and share their experiences from past events. The conversation includes a special mention of an interview with Marvin the Monster from Tooney Town wrestling, highlighting the unique blend of puppetry and wrestling prod...

Wrestling Soup: CM Punk's Revelatory Interview and AEW Reflections In this emergency episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Thomas and Joe Numbas delve into CM Punk's revealing interview with Ariel Helwani, shedding light on his departure from AEW, behind-the-scenes drama, and his candid thoughts on the wrestling industry. Punk discusses his therapeutic release from airing out his grievances, hi...

Wrestling Soup: WrestleMania Hype and AEW's Challenges In this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle dive into the excitement surrounding WrestleMania, discussing the anticipation for matches, standout wrestlers, and the evolving dynamics of WWE's presentation, including more sexual and violent content reminiscent of the Attitude Era. They speculate on WWE's strategic mo...

A comprehensive discussion on the wrestling industry, covered in the podcast 'Wrestling Soup'. It includes in-depth conversations about various aspects such as wrestling match analyses, the influence of social media on wrestlers, and the intricacies of wrestling promotions. Moreover, it discusses the impact of racial dynamics, character evolution, and critiques fan expectations alongside internet...

This script delves into the controversies and frustrations surrounding wrestling booking decisions, particularly focusing on Dave Meltzer's defense of certain scenarios that seem illogical to fans and commentators alike. It discusses the perplexing situation of a tag team winning a match but not being booked in a subsequent tournament, suggesting a possible manipulation of storylines. The narrativ...

01:17 Casting Wonders: From Beetlejuice to The Crow 01:45 Exploring the Impact of Gina Davis and Other 90s Stars 03:23 Wrestling, Media, and the New 'Spooky Girl' Trend 04:43 The Evolution of Late Night TV and Its Personalities 06:12 A Trip Down Memory Lane: George Lopez and Late Night Dynamics 10:35 The Quirks of Small Town America and Nostalgic Destinations 11:56 From Wrestling to Hollywood: The...

00:00 Opening Rant: The Controversial CEO Entrance 01:37 The Electric Crowd and Comparisons to CM Punk 02:24 AEW's Financials and Audience Demographics Debate 03:26 Boston's Reaction and AEW's Strategic Moves 05:23 The CEO's Grand Entrance: A Detailed Breakdown 08:53 Comparing Crowd Reactions and Wrestling Legacies 15:13 Mercedes Monet's Promotional Debut: Dreams and Ambitions 35:39 The Wrestling...

06:43 Wrestling Soup: Introductions and Weather Chit-Chat 08:28 Discussing the Intricacies of Wildlife and Neighborhood Animals 10:29 Unpacking the Hype Around the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight 16:24 The Eccentric World of Wrestling and Entertainment 27:45 AEW's Search for a New Star 28:29 Wrestling Industry Insights and Comparisons 29:39 The Potential Impact of Sasha Banks in AEW 29:58 Disappoin...

00:00 Introduction and Undertaker's Attempt to Convert Vince McMahon01:12 Vince McMahon's Court Case and Hypothetical Reactions01:36 Christianity and its Influence on Vince McMahon02:03 Hogan's Conversion to Scientology and Wrestling Voices02:35 AEW's Dysfunction and Management Issues04:49 AEW's Treatment of Extras and Unfair Practices09:20 AEW's New Entrance Design and Criticisms11:20 AEW's Misma...

Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle cover a range of topics including Sting's retirement match against the Young Bucks at AEW Revolution, criticisms of AEW events, Sergeant Slaughter's portrayal, and fans' accusations of stolen valor. They also delve into the complexities of wrestler fandom, critiquing elements of self-loathing among fans and the unjust criticism of wrestling characters. The duo discu...

AEW Revolution 2024 event, offering a blend of humor and critique. It covers key moments, including Sting's retirement and Darby Allin's controversial stunt, alongside discussions on individual performances and booking decisions. The script transitions into a broader analysis of AEW's direction, touching on safety concerns and management critiques by figures like Dave Shearer and Eric Bischoff. It...

In this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle dive into the latest happenings in WWE's SmackDown, discussing the standout moments and performances including The Rock's impactful appearance and interactions, Randy Orton's return, Naomi's in-ring status, and the dynamics leading up to WrestleMania. They also touch on the booing of Maxine Dupree, offering opinions on the fa...

29:13 Reflecting on the Evolution of Elimination Chamber 39:23 The Didgeridome and the Pre-Show Match 40:32 The Unexpected Pirate Interference 44:48 The Elimination Chamber Journey 57:17 The New Czech Republic vs Judgment Day 01:10:26 The Grayson Waller Effect 01:19:47 The Men's Elimination Chamber 01:21:08 Drew's Character and Logan Paul's Antics 01:22:09 Wrestling Dynamics and Character Analysis...

0:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 00:30 Discussing Wrestling Fandom and Fan Culture 01:49 Critique of Wrestling Personalities and Performances 06:28 Analysis of Wrestling Industry and Business Strategies 10:27 Reflecting on Wrestling History and Legacy 13:16 Debate on Current Wrestling Trends and Developments 15:52 Insights on Wrestling Personalities and Their Impact 18:54 Discussion on Wrestlin...

Defamation Laws and Wrestling: An Analysis In this episode of Wrestling Soup, the show's 'diabolical lawyer', Jeff Lippmann, provides an in-depth discussion about the concept of defamation, especially in relation to the wrestling world. He explains how defamation is defined under common law, the differences between slander and libel, why free speech is protected, and why proving defamation is more...

00:00 Introduction and Hosts 00:15 Discussing the Upcoming Wrestling Event 01:18 Predictions for the Elimination Chamber 02:29 Analysis of Women's World Championship 04:05 Debate on Liv Morgan's Role 05:50 Speculations on the Tag Team Championship 06:28 Contemplating Nia Jax Potential Victory 08:02 Possible Surprises at the Perth Event 10:54 Controversy Surrounding Ashley Massaro's Friend 22:35 Bi...

15:04 Wrestling Soup Podcast Introduction 17:25 Discussion on Andrade's Return to WWE 27:22 Critique of Conrad Thompson's Podcasting Style 39:54 Debate on WWE's Championship Storylines 43:46 Critiquing a Dull Character 44:48 Microwave Bacon and Wrestling Fandom 44:56 Generational Differences in Wrestling Perception 46:53 The Evolution of Wrestlers' Careers 49:08 The Potential of a Financial Bro In...

00:00 Introduction and Weather Chit-Chat 01:17 Discussing the Press Conference and Upcoming Matches 01:58 Reviewing SmackDown and Wrestler Performances 05:45 Speculating on Future Matches and Wrestler Careers 07:20 Analyzing Wrestler Storylines and Character Development 11:44 Debating Potential Outcomes for WrestleMania 18:05 Discussing Commentary Teams and Wrestler Appearances 21:47 Reflecting on...

In a candid conversation about pro wrestling, hosts Anthony and Joe scrutinize WWE storylines like the purported clash between Cody and Roman at WrestleMania, the dismissal of Scott D'Amore from TNA, and the subsequent leadership changes. They also examine the personas and performances of wrestling stars like Seth Rollins, Jon Moxley, and Roman Reigns amid cheerful speculation around WWE wrestlers...

Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle dive into in-depth discussions about the latest happenings in professional wrestling. In this episode, topics include the termination of Scott D’Amore from TNA, potential futures for the likes of Cody, The Rock and Roman Reigns in WWE, and speculation regarding AEW's potential new hires including Okada and Mercedes Monet. They also examine the significance of social...

00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 00:09 Discussion on Wrestling Rankings and Controversies 00:27 Debate on Wrestler's Personal Lives and Scandals 01:26 Speculation on Vince McMahon's Scandals 03:24 Critique on Naomi's Return to WWE 05:17 Analysis of Wrestling Industry's Current State 07:40 Reflection on Personal Experiences and Observations 13:07 Review of Chris Jericho's Performance 15:28 Sati...

WWE Lawsuit Analysis: Vince McMahon, NDAs, and Legal Responsibilities In this podcast, lawyer, Jeff Lippman delves into the recent lawsuit involving WWE and Vince McMahon, discussing numerous aspects like the implications of the lawsuit, the NDAs involved, the potential fallout, and the individuals touched by the allegations. He further provides analysis about WWE's company culture, its impact on...