Busted Open

On this episode of the Busted Open podcast, join Denise Salcedo and Tommy Dreamer as they discuss the full card of WWE Backlash, what can we expect from  Bad Bunny in the San Juan Street Fight!?! PLUS, Dave LaGreca and Danny Doring are joined by Demolition and Jerry Brisco at 80s WrestleCon! To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast...

Dave LaGreca & Thunder Rosa are joined by Justin Labar to preview all the top matches on the upcoming WWE Backlash Premium Live Event.  They are then joined by WWE Hall of Famer Tony Atlas in an interview we can't preview because you have to hear it to believe it. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear...

In light of CM Punk potentially returning to AEW, Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray and Tommy Dreamer cover his drawing power compared to some other top stars in past and modern wrestling. Plus, Magnum TA stops by and takes everyone to school on building character and becoming a huge draw.  If anyone understands that power, it's Magnum TA. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Cla...

In her first full interview since leaving WWE, Trinity Fatu joins Dave LaGreca, Mickie James and Tommy Dreamer and holds nothing back as she discusses the circumstances behind leaving her old company, why she chose IMPACT as her next destination, and what fans should expect in from her now that she is back in the public eye. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is...

Dave LaGreca & Tommy Dreamer recap RAW and Night 2 of the WWE Draft. The guys break down who they're most excited to see in their new brands, and what's next for some of the main roster talent moving on from the draft. Also, Dave & Tommy react to Cody Rhodes' backstage interview and write out how they would finish the Cody Rhodes story. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Maste...

Why did the Cowboys pass on a tight end in round one? Wait, wrong draft -- Mark Henry and Dave LaGreca break down Night One of the WWE Draft, from the hits and misses of the presentation, to the re-shaping of Roman and Cody's story, before being joined by three of the main roster's newest members - recent draftees Alba Fyre, Isla Dawn, and Zoey Stark.   Is Dave finally ready to put Zoey in his top...

Dave LaGreca, Mickie James & Tommy Dreamer are joined by an all-star panel of experts including Nita Strauss, Snake Sabo, Pete Pardo & Josh V to discuss the impact of music in wrestling and select their favorite entrance themes of al-time.  It's a riveting roundtable not to be missed. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! S...

On this episode of “Busted Open,” hosts Denise Salcedo and Mark Henry will  be breaking down what they saw on Smackdown from the WWE Draft. What were some of the biggest surprises of the night and what could these moves mean for each star's future? To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes...

On today’s episode, Denise Salcedo and Thunder Rosa host the very first all-female episode of Busted Open. They discuss the women trailblazers in pro wrestling. PLUS, they are joined by Dave LaGreca to celebrate the 14th anniversary of Busted Open and he has a very special announcement for the Busted Open nation!! To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now availa...

Bully Ray and Tommy Dreamer discuss the surprise debut of Roderick Strong and discuss how effective it was and where it should have aired on AEW Dynamite.  Plus, on half of the Impact World Tag Team Champions Ace Austin joins the guys to talk about his career progression and where it's headed next. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own p...

Tommy Dreamer and Mickie James discuss NXT Spring Breakin' including the guts it took for NXT Women's Champion Indi Hartwell to finish the match with a high ankle sprain and retain her title.  Tommy and Mickie teach the Nation all about how to react in situations when you are injured.  Plus, as we get set for the WWE Draft, Former WWE Star Nia Jax stops by to talk about the night she was called up...

On today’s episode, Bully Ray and Mark Henry discuss the latest news on Triple H unveiling the new WWE World Heavyweight Championship on Monday Night Raw. Who are some potential contenders for this belt? PLUS, how much value will it hold?  To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave,...

On today’s episode, Bully Ray & Tommy Dreamer discuss Mercedes Mone losing her IWGP Women's Title. PLUS, they will  be joined by Tiffany Stratton to preview her upcoming triple threat match at NXT's Spring Breakin.  To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and Tommy...

The Masters Dave LaGreca, Tommy Dreamer, Mark Henry, and Bully Ray discuss the resurgence of long-term storytelling in the world of pro wrestling today. Does long-term storytelling help or hurt the business and fill up arenas? The Masters answer it all. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 epi...

On this episode of “Busted Open,” hosts Denise Salcedo and Mark Henry discuss what the future holds for both Gunther and Xavier Woods. AND, we’ll talk about what’s missing from the women’s tag team champions Liv and Raquel? PLUS, we break down the latest Backlash announcements from Smackdown,. You won’t want to miss it! To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now...

On today’s episode, Dave LaGreca and Thunder Rosa go through Dave's Power Rankings and Thunder's wrestler of the week. PLUS, they are joined by Justin LaBar to discuss Wardlow becoming a 3X TNT Champion on AEW Dynamite and discuss a potential Goldberg return.  To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over...

Dave LaGreca, Tommy Dreamer & Bully Ray break down the performance of the most important story coming out of AEW Dynamite last night: Dr. Britt Baker.  Plus, as things go off the rails, RJ City stops by to provide us with the greatest and most obscure wrestler cameos in your favorite movies and TV shows. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its...

Dave LaGreca, Tommy Dreamer & Mickie James talk to Trish Stratus about her recent attitude change, WrestleMania 39, and her current rivalry with Becky Lynch.  Plus, Tony Khan provides us with an in-depth look at AEW All Access and how the personal issues are affecting his company. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSC...

On today’s episode, Dave LaGreca and Mark Henry discuss the encounter between Cody Rhodes and Brock Lesnar on Monday Night RAW. What can we expect from their match at Backlash and what could be next for Cody after Brock?   To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, Bully, Mark, and...

On today’s episode, Dave LaGreca and Mark Henry discuss the impact of AEW All Access. Is it pulling the curtain back too much?  PLUS, they'll speak to both Dustin Rhodes about the Rhodes' dynasty in wrestling and your new IMPACT World Champion Steve Maclin about his big win at Rebellion!      To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast...

Following the release of "AEW All Access", Dave LaGreca, Mark Henry, Tommy Dreamer & Bully Ray have a heated discussion on just how far back the wrestling is being pulled for fans of the wrestling industry.  Is this hurting the business by exposing so many previously well-kept secrets? To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed!...

On this episode of “Busted Open,” hosts Denise Salcedo and Mark Henry discuss the return of Shinsuke Nakamura on Friday’s Smackdown. PLUS, we’ll give you our thoughts on who should be this week’s Weekly Winner! You won’t want to miss it! To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own podcast feed! SUBSCRIBE NOW to hear over 50 episodes of Dave, B...

Dave LaGreca and Thunder Rosa don't shy away from the big issues facing AEW and the accusations made by Britt Baker.  Thunder explains her side of the story.  Plus, we react to another host Mickie James forfeiting her IMPACT Knockouts World Title and whether or not things were handled the right way.  To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now available on its own...

Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and Tommy Dreamer share their reactions and hopes for Jeff Hardy who returned on AEW Dynamite. Also, the guys break down the electric promo between AEW World Champion MJF against Darby Allin and Sting. Plus, Deonna Purrazzo joins the show ahead of her women's title match at IMPACT Rebellion. To visit our partners at Chewy, click here .   The Master's Class is now avai...

Dave LaGreca, Mickie James & Tommy Dreamer pay tribute to the great entrance themes in pro wrestling history!  They bring on WWE Hall of Famer and one of the originators of entrance music in the modern era, Sgt. Slaughter.  Plus one of the godfathers of entrance music, and another WWE Hall of Famer, Jimmy Hart!  The Mouth of the South discusses all of the legendary musical pieces of history he cre...