WRESTLING SOUP

Anthony Missionary Thomas breaks down the latest Monday Night Raw from the Kia Center in Orlando! With Joe on vacation, Missionary goes solo to deliver his unfiltered thoughts on the new streaming format, wild backstage drama, and all the in-ring action. In this episode: The Vision’s new member and Paul Heyman’s mic work CM Punk’s return and his face-off with Bron Breaker The Vince McMahon retirem...

Join Joe for a solo, unfiltered, and hilarious holiday episode! From reflections on Christmas with pets and family, to rants about podcasting gear, wrestling fandoms, and the wild world of sports, Joe covers it all. Whether you’re here for the wrestling takes, the football rants, or just the laughs, this episode is packed with relatable moments and sharp commentary. 00:00 – Holiday Greetings &...

– Intro & Holiday Banter – Show Length & Review Philosophy – Sports Podcasts & Seth Everywhere – Nikki Bella Segment & Rumors – Wrestling Rumors & Conspiracy Theories – Bronson Reed & Promo Styles – Maxine, Becky Lynch, and Women’s Division – AJ Styles’ Role & Hair Talk – Jevon Evans’ Match & Enhancement Talent – Raquel, Judgment Day, and Storyline Threads – Bailey...

LuFisto and Evil Dos cover the AAA GUERRA DE TITANES December 20th show.  Rey Mysterio & Rey Fenix vs. El Grande Americano & Dominik Mysterio Dragon Lee vs. El Hijo del Vikingo AAA World Cruiserweight Championship Triple Threat Match: Laredo Kid (c) vs. Je’Von Evans vs. Jack Cartwheel Niño Hamburguesa & Mr. Iguana vs. Bravo Americano & Rayo Americano vs. Cruz Del Toro & Joaquin...

Joe and Anthony dust off the old Shitbox and take listener voicemails about the final match of John Cena and where he goes after WWE.  - Old entertainers get cancelled. - political stances about rural areas of the US - Cena voicemails Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support .

00:00 – Opening Banter & Audio Troubles 00:50 – Plastic Surgery in Wrestling 02:42 – Saturday Night’s Main Event Reactions 03:36 – The Influence of Algorithms & Internet Culture 05:29 – Comparing Ads – Podcasts vs. Corporations 09:52 – John Cena’s Retirement & Legacy 14:30 – Wrestling Storytelling & Nostalgia 26:44 – Foreign Invader Storylines & WWE’s Global Image 52:31 – Sport...

Join Anthony and Joe as they dive deep into the latest Monday Night Raw, dissecting the fallout from John Cena’s retirement, Gunther’s controversial win, and the current state of WWE’s creative direction. From hilarious opening banter to sharp critiques of booking decisions, this episode covers it all—plus, thoughts on Logan Paul, Nikki Bella, and the future of wrestling’s biggest stars. Whether y...

We went live on YouTube immediately following Saturday Night’s Main Event, and let’s be honest—the chat saw exactly what we saw. We watched the "End of an Era," but instead of an emotional goodbye, WWE gave us a retirement party planned by a focus group. It was sterile, it was underwhelming, and it was the definition of corporate. We break down the disconnect: The audience wanted to give Cena his...

This episode covers the swirling rumors about the possible reveal of Ricky Starks, and the ever-changing landscape of wrestling stables. The guys debate the merits of Austin Theory, Ricky Starks, and other rising stars, while reflecting on the booking decisions of WWE and the influence of Netflix on the product. You'll also hear their takes on John Cena's retirement match, the future of top talent...

In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Joe and Anthony dive into the latest Monday Night Raw, breaking down the highs, lows, and everything in between. The guys discuss the rushed Maxine Dupree and Natty storyline, critique WWE’s current creative direction, and share their thoughts on the state of the women’s division. They also touch on the War Raiders’ booking, the ongoing saga of the Usos and New D...

0:00 – Opening banter, ice cream and mall food courts 1:45 – Dippin' Dots and ice cream nostalgia 3:03 – Bubble tea and unique drinks 5:23 – Ben & Jerry’s, ice cream in Chicago 8:22 – Movie and pop culture discussion 18:56 – WWE, John Cena, and wrestling business talk 31:11 – The Rock, Roman Reigns, and wrestling storylines 47:23 – WWE business, ESPN, and pay-per-view pricing 1:00:00 – Audienc...

In this episode, Anthony and Joe deliver a sharp, humorous, and unfiltered review of WWE’s latest programming, focusing on the fallout from War Games and the current state of Monday Night Raw. They debate the quality of the pay-per-view, critique WWE’s creative direction and booking—especially the use of gimmick matches and the influence of agents and writers—and discuss the ongoing storylines inv...

Wrestling Soup: WarGames 2025 - The "Vision" is Blurry Joe Numbas, Anthony, and Jon Draper (@iamjondraper @spitball_media) break down a chaotic night at Petco Park where cages were locked, legends were embarrassed, and masked men ruined the finish. We’re NOT a wrestling show, we’re a show that happens to witness John Cena get hit in the yam bag. Women's WarGames (The "Nostalgia" Pop): AJ Lee prove...

00:00 - Intro & Wrestling Soup Banter 00:35 - John Cena & Becky Lynch Podcast Drama 01:19 - Seth Rollins and John Morrison Comparisons 02:33 - Becky Lynch’s Industry Revelations 09:08 - Polygamy, Relationships, and Seth’s Past 11:31 - Will Ospreay, Wrestling Risks & Injuries 16:00 - Partying, Addiction, and Life Choices 18:51 - Survivor Series Preview 29:00 - Petco vs. PetSmart & C...

00:36 - Health Update & Sick Kids 05:00 - Raw & SmackDown Ratings Discussion 07:44 - AI in WWE & Creative Stagnation 11:40 - Long Entrances & Filler Segments 19:55 - Carmelo Hayes vs. Gunther Discussion 21:01 - Gunther’s Character & Booking 24:45 - USOs Tag Team Dynamics 29:05 - Dominic Mysterio Angle 36:00 - Ray Mysterio vs. JD McDonough 40:07 - Becky Lynch, Nia Jax, and Women...

00:00 - Intro & Spanish Commentary Surprises 01:21 - Show Overview & First Impressions 03:50 - Grande Americano: The Local Hero 04:36 - Production Quality & No English Commentary 06:10 - Lucha Libre vs. WWE Style 07:47 - Recap: Why the Main Event Matters 08:40 - Founders of AAA Presentation 09:25 - Cruiserweight #1 Contender Match: Axiom vs. Jovan Evans vs. Octagon Jr. 14:05 - Match An...

Did people really hate Jar Jar Binks? James Earl Jones is the most recognizable voice for white nationalists in the galaxy. unpacking accidental hatred Did mental deficiencies hold Kanye back? Did Kim make Kanye worse? Fan gets weird with AJ Lee A practical way to stop stalkers in 2025 The line between what makes a creep Ancient Chinese secret on how to get rid of your Boston accent Joe talks abou...

00:00 – Cat stories and pet banter 06:00 – Reincarnation jokes & animal personalities 15:00 – Mercedes Moné’s belts & wrestling fandom 25:00 – Marks, kayfabe, and fan double standards 45:00 – AEW, Tony Khan, and wrestling media 01:15:00 – Ratings talk, Jericho’s future, and the AEW roster 01:30:00 – Bella Twins, Nick Hogan, and celebrity wrestling 01:35:00 – Wrap-up & shoutouts Become...

Wrestling has been uneventful lately, but recent developments on SmackDown have sparked interest. Drew McIntyre is being positioned as a key member of "the Vision" stable, possibly replacing Seth Rollins. Drew has lost many matches in the past, but aligning him with Paul Heyman and others could revitalize his character. Bronson Reed is being elevated and is no longer treated as a secondary charact...

0:00 – 13:00 Show opens. Joe and Anthony greet each other and start discussing the AEW Blood and Guts show, with initial banter about recording and the state of the show. 13:00 – 55:00 Deep dive into AEW women’s wrestling: match quality, specific wrestlers (Sky Blue, Julia Hart, Mina Shirakawa, etc.), and comparisons to WWE. Includes jokes and critiques about in-ring skills and presentation. 55:00...

Anthony and Joe kick off the episode with technical difficulties and banter about everyday frustrations, quickly segueing into Thanksgiving travel woes and the quirks of city life. The conversation shifts to wrestling, with commentary on the current state of WWE and AEW, including recent releases, backstage drama, and the challenges of building new stars. They discuss the significance of John Cena...

00:41 – Discussion of AEW fan signs, merchandise, and Hangman Page’s recent notoriety. 02:54 – Introduction of AEW’s new book and its author “Keg”; first impressions. 09:05 – Early history of Tony Khan’s wrestling fandom and the book’s revisionist approach. 11:41 – The book’s portrayal of the wrestling landscape, including shots at NWA and other promotions. 13:05 – Comparisons to DK encyclopedias...

Joe and Anthony introduce the new AEW book by Keith Elliot Greenberg and joke about AEW’s impact and fleeting trends. [01:15–02:42] Natty’s Book, Family, and Wrestling Books Discussion shifts to Natalya’s (Natty) book, her family, and playful speculation about her choices for the book’s foreword. [02:42–04:55] Q&A, Natty, and Wrestling Culture Pat’s Q&A with Natty is mentioned, leading to...

04:30 – General Thoughts on the Event The hosts share their initial impressions, noting the event’s short runtime and lack of commercials. 06:00 – WWE’s Scheduling & Locations Discussion about WWE’s event scheduling, Las Vegas residencies, and the business side of show locations. 09:00 – Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre Match In-depth analysis of the opening match, its formulaic nature, and Drew’...

02:00 – Anthony and Joe discuss AI, music, and Luther Vandross 09:30 – Cultural perceptions and coming out in the 80s/90s 13:00 – Social media, bots, and the “dead internet” theory 17:00 – Honesty and discourse on the internet, generational changes 21:20 – Ronda Rousey’s interview, career, and public perception 24:00 – Ronda’s transition from UFC to WWE, timeline, and fan reactions 28:00 – Ronda’s...