Charlie Kirk & Media Fallout! WrestleMania to Saudi Arabia | Wrestling with the Topics 9/13/25

On this week’s Wrestling With The Topics, Lee & Tammy tackle a wide mix of headlines—from real-world shockers to wrestling news, rock music updates, and everyday life as a college transfer student.🕊 Charlie Kirk Assassination ReactionWe explore the media fallout and the free speech conversation following Charlie Kirk’s assassination. What made him such a polarizing figure? We look at the alleged shooter’s background, his wife’s first public comments, and how the press—from MSNBC to independent outlets—framed the story. Lee shares how this ties into what he’s learning in Journalism classes, especially around media roles and rhetoric.🏟 WWE WrestleMania 2027: Saudi Arabia DealIs this really the moment WWE “sold out,” or did that already happen when they went public? We discuss fan backlash, the company’s evolving international identity, and why U.S. vs. global reactions tell two different stories. We also revisit WWE’s first Saudi show and what’s changed since.🎸 Mötley Crüe UpdateOne of the band’s lead singers reveals he suffered a stroke last Christmas. We discuss his recovery and the expectations around their new 10-show Las Vegas residency.🤘 Dee Snider Reforms Twisted SisterDee says it’s not about money—so why come back now? We debate whether legacy bands should keep touring or pivot to studio content and livestreaming, using examples like Metallica and Green Day.🎥 Oscars 2026 Changes + Entertainment RundownWe react to new Oscar rules (like requiring voters to watch all nominated films), the Academy’s evolving stance on AI, and news on Power: Force, Power Origins casting, and recent SNL changes.📚 Life as an Older Transfer Student getting rougher & Tammy's pet peeve Lee shares what it’s really like adjusting to university life after community college.Plus: Tammy’s hilarious take on one of her biggest social pet peeves.BROUGHT TO YOU IN PART BY 🎧 Powered by IME iRadio Station — your global soundtrack featuring the hottest indie artists and 90's–2000's throwbacks mixed with today’s Top 40 hits. Think of it as a world tour for your ears, delivering crowd favorites and hidden gems from the U.S., Europe, and Canada. Tune in, vibe out, and discover your next favorite track.LISTEN BY CLICKING THE FOLLOWING LINK:https://www.midind-ime.com/ime-music-iradio.html🙌 Shout-Outs:Much love to all our new listeners and longtime supporters! Big thanks to Patreon backers, TikTok crew, and everyone checking out the show via Spotify, Apple, iHeartRadio, and beyond. You keep the RCWR Show moving strong!🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio & more!✅Want to treat Lee to a cup of coffee? Tip him using the links below✅https://streamelements.com/thercwrshow/tipCASH APP: https://cash.app/$RCWRshowPAYPAL: https://t.co/D9my4B4xfH✅✅✅LISTEN THE RCWR SHOW ON THE FOLLOWING PLATFORMS✅✅✅● CLICK HERE FOR SPREAKER● CLICK HERE FOR SPOTIFY● CLICK HERE FOR AMAZON MUSIC & AUDIBLE● CLICK HERE FOR ITUNES● CLICK HERE FOR PANDORA● CLICK HERE FOR iHEARTRADIO● CLICK HERE FOR TUNE INFollow Lee @TheRCWRShow on X/Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube for more!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-rcwr-show-with-lee-sanders--1127880/support.