Jobbing Out January 3, 2018 (Shane Strickland & Brian Pillman II join the show)

The boys are back together for the first show of 2018. There's so much to discuss-starting in Segment 1, as they break down the announcement of the Smackdown main event for Royal Rumble. Where does this leave us as far as Daniel Bryan and Shane McMahon are concerned? Are we finally seeing Bryan turn heel? The guys also get into the embarrassment of riches in the Smackdown tag division and the U.S. title tournament. In Segment 2 (31:48) Lucha Underground star Shane Strickland returns to the program to discuss his return to DEFY as they celebrate their one year anniversary with a HUGE show February 2 at Washington Hall. He also discusses his wild program with Dante Fox, claiming the Trios Championship and much more. After that, the guys dive into the news that the women's Royal Rumble will be the same rules as the men's and what the reunion of the Balor Club could mean moving forward. In Segment 3 (1:16:12), the guys are joined by Brian Pillman II for a fascinating interview. The son of the late Brian Pillman competed in his first match as a pro wrestler this past weekend. He discusses the path that brought him to this point after his father's untimely death, working with Lance Storm to prepare himself and much more. It's a really compelling conversation. After that, the guys preview Wrestle Kingdom to wrap up the show.