The Drew Yari Experience

This episode of The D.Y. Experience (hosted by Drew Yari and Justin from SpineBuster Tees) covers a range of recent professional wrestling events and news from across the industry:WWE Highlights:SmackDown: The hosts discuss a high-profile promo segment between CM Punk and Kevin Owens (2:33-5:05), leading to a match in Toronto. They also touch on the injury sustained by Chelsea Green (14:52-17:46) and the ongoing Bloodline storyline involving Jey Uso and Solo Sikoa (17:57-19:21, 38:57-39:21).NXT: A major highlight is the surprise debut of Zilla Fatu (39:26-43:16), which the hosts believe provides a much-needed boost to the men's main event scene. They also discuss various matches, including Ren Sinclair versus Zarya (52:16-52:46).Wrestling Industry Topics:Dark Side of the Ring: The hosts review the recent episode centered on the career and personal struggles of Paul "Mr. Wonderful" Orndorff (54:01-1:00:42).Controversial Takes: The hosts analyze recent comments by Conrad Thompson and Eric Bischoff regarding the presentation of Roman Reigns (1:06:28-1:12:15) and debate the historical ranking of wrestling legends versus modern stars.General News: They touch briefly on the AJ Styles son situation (1:00:50-1:06:05), dismissing it as a non-story.Closing:The show concludes with a look at upcoming entertainment releases, including the Reacher series, the Lanterns premiere, and a mention of D23 (1:31:30-1:34:30).

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In this solo episode of The Experience (479), the host provides an update on recent personal events and covers the latest in professional wrestling news, despite some technical difficulties with his co-host, Justin.Personal Updates & Context: (0:46 - 8:00)The host is currently on vacation in San Antonio, which has been dealing with severe weather, including a recent tornado.He expresses excitement about watching the Christopher Nolan version of The Odyssey and discusses his upcoming birthday.Wrestling Review & Commentary: (8:00 - 46:37)WWE: The host shares his critical take on current WWE programming, specifically criticizing the Bloodline storyline and his lack of interest in Roman Reigns and Seth Rollins' current character directions (8:33 - 14:27). He also discusses CM Punk's recent appearance on Stephanie McMahon's podcast (16:10 - 19:48) and the new WWE Championship title picture involving Cody Rhodes, CM Punk, and Sami Zayn (24:16 - 29:20).Returns & Roster Moves: The return of Baron Corbin (31:42 - 34:12) and the upcoming return of Big Cass (34:13 - 35:40) are discussed, with the host suggesting that Enzo Amore should also be brought back.AEW: The host briefly covers AEW Dynamite, touching on the Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay match setup for All In and his thoughts on the current state of AEW (41:47 - 45:33).Closing Remarks: (46:37 - 51:43)The host wraps up by promoting his other shows, including Real Bites on Sundays, and mentions upcoming content on his social media platforms, including TikTok.

In this episode of The Experience (477), hosts Drew, Justin, and RJ discuss their midyear awards for 2026 and preview upcoming wrestling events for the weekend. The discussion covers various categories, reflecting on the current state of professional wrestling across multiple promotions.Midyear Award Highlights (4:20 - 1:31:08):Best TV Show: The group overwhelmingly chooses AAA (Triple A) for its concise, story-driven, and easy-to-follow format (6:51 - 9:55).Best Moment: The hosts highlight the El Grande Americano vs. Grande Americano mask vs. mask match entrances and the subsequent unmasking (11:21 - 14:26).Comeback of the Year: While Paige's return to WWE is noted (14:45), RJ highlights Shane Haste's return to Pro Wrestling Noah and his championship win (15:28).Feud of the Year: The El Grande Americano vs. Grande Americano rivalry is praised for its emotional weight and storytelling (18:05 - 19:18).Best PLE/Pay-Per-View: AEW Double or Nothing is cited as the best event of the year so far (25:44 - 26:10).Heel of the Year: RJ selects Techla for her impactful work, while others express frustration with corporate management decisions regarding ticket prices (1:07:18 - 1:08:12).Weekend Preview (1:33:41 - 1:52:36):The hosts preview King and Queen of the Ring in Saudi Arabia, predicting Jey Uso will win the tournament with potential interference from Brock Lesnar (1:34:00 - 1:35:48).They briefly touch upon the upcoming NXT Great American Bash, Forbidden Door, and Slammiversary events, noting that the sheer number of shows makes for a packed weekend (1:52:42 - 1:53:50).The episode concludes with the hosts sharing their social media handles and plugs for their respective projects, emphasizing their shared passion for the fun side of wrestling (1:57:35 - 1:58:34).

Topics discussed so far:Summer season: The hosts debate when summer officially begins, whether it's the start of June or later in the month (2:14-2:43).Justin's Birthday: Drew and Ruben acknowledge that Justin's birthday is the following day (2:46-2:55).Birthday Traditions: The conversation shifts to cake preferences, specifically discussing tres leches cake, various cultural styles, and preferences for ice cream brands like Häagen-Dazs over others (3:20-7:15).Travel and Costs: The hosts share anecdotes about their experiences in New York and Brooklyn, reflecting on the high cost of living and the convenience of local food, such as dollar pizza slices (8:11-10:20).Complicity and Corporate Culture: The hosts discuss the nature of the allegations against Vince McMahon, emphasizing that while his behavior is widely viewed as inappropriate, they also reflect on the role of those who participated in or were aware of the environment while financial benefits were still present (1:09:00-1:11:40).The Future of WWE Leadership: The discussion shifts to whether there is any possibility of Vince McMahon returning to a leadership role. The hosts conclude this is unlikely, noting that Triple H is currently overseeing a period where the company is financially more successful than it has been in the past, making a return to previous management styles less attractive to investors (1:11:43-1:12:48).Potential for Future Sales: The group speculates on the future business moves for TKO Group, suggesting that with the company currently in debt, they might eventually look to sell to entities with significant capital, such as potential investors from Saudi Arabia (1:18:03-1:20:36).Reflections on Life and Loss: Later in the show, the tone shifts as the hosts share personal reflections on the transience of life, sparked by the news of several public figures and content creators passing away. They emphasize the importance of prioritizing health and striving to make a positive impact on the world around them (1:23:32-1:29:59).

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MASON ROOK GETTING A LOT OF LOVETRIPLE A IS THE BEST THING GOINGSNME PREDICTIONSDOUBLE OR NOTHING PREDICTIONSAND MORE....

WWE Roster Releases [05:33]:The hosts discuss the "yearly releases" that occurred on a Friday following WrestleMania.Alba Fire is highlighted as a significant release; the hosts express that while she is talented, she wasn't given a "fair shake" on the main roster [07:42].They discuss the transition from the "Vince Era" to the "TKO Era," noting that roster cuts are now often driven by budget directives from TKO leadership rather than just creative decisions [08:57].NBA Playoffs & San Antonio Spurs [02:46]:As Spurs fans, the hosts celebrate the team winning their first playoff series in nine years against the Trailblazers [02:53].They debate the upcoming matchup against either the Timberwolves or the Nuggets, with Justin expressing a preference for playing the Nuggets to face the challenge of Nikola Jokić directly [03:44].They also mention Victor Wembanyama's impact and his mindset regarding challenges [04:12].Personal Updates & Financials [01:44]:Drew shares a personal update regarding his health (recovering from a cold) and his financial situation, jokingly remarking that "being broke is probably worse than bad credit" [02:21].Closing & Promotions [01:59:06]:Justin promotes his business, Spine Bushes, where viewers can buy wrestling merchandise, action figures, and title belts at the Wonderland of the Americas or online [01:59:13].

Key highlights and discussions include:WrestleMania Overview: The hosts break down the two-night event, noting it felt like a "showcase of commercials" (1:17:43-1:18:29) rather than just a wrestling show. They provide their ratings for the event, with an overall average of 5/10 (2:56:04-2:56:08).Wrestler of the Week: Roman Reigns is highlighted for his performance and promo work, with a mention of CM Punk (4:41-12:51).TKO and WWE Creative: A discussion on Mark Shapiro's comments regarding TKO's full control over WWE creative (22:10-22:51).Fan Behavior and Security: The hosts address concerning incidents at WrestleCon and the hotel, emphasizing the need for better security and respect for talent (56:55-1:01:25).Match Reviews: Usos & LA Knight vs. The Vision & IShowSpeed (1:29:46-1:30:52)Gunther vs. Seth Rollins (1:51:38-1:55:45)Stephanie Vaquer vs. Liv Morgan (1:55:49-1:59:29)Roman Reigns vs. CM Punk (2:46:00-2:55:45)Technical Issues: The hosts share their frustrations with the ESPN broadcast experience and technical glitches during the show (1:21:58-1:23:03).

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TANAHASHI RETIRESKIT WILSONS' NEW THEME IS A HITSMACKDOWN WAS FUNMATT CARDONAS RETURNSTRICK WILLIAMS LOOKS LIKE A STARCIAMPA ON HIS WAY OUTRAW WAS STRANGE...LY SAFENXT NEW YEARS EVILWHERE DOES NXT GO FROM HERE?2026 PREDICTIONSBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

Myself & Justin discuss our choices for the best of pro wrestling for the year of 2025. Here are the categories: (In Order)Feud Of The YearTechnical Wrestler Of The YearTV Show Of The YearFaction Of The YearBest Announce TeamRookie Of The YearComeback Of The YearBest Entrance ThemeBest Talker Finisher Of The YearPPV Of The YearShocking Moment Of The Year"2026" Is My YearBreakout Wrestler Of The YearHeel Wrestler Of The YearBaby-Face Wrestler Of The YearTag Team Of The YearFemale Wrestler Of The YearMale Wrestler Of The YearMatch Of The YearClosing ThoughtsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.This episode includes AI-generated content.

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JUSTIN & R.J RUN THE SHOW THIS WEEK WHERE THEY TALK ABOUT THE FOLLOWING TOPICS:-SmackDown's expansion & talent introduction failures -Matt Cardonas' WWE return-John Cenas' last Madison Square Garden appearance-Dolph Zigglers electrifying return on Raw-Maxine Dupree wins Womens' I.C Title-Gunther & Evans light it up-AEW: Full Gear predictions-Rebels' health problems-The State of Pro Wrestling in the year of 2025-How to fix WWE & AEW-Wrestlings biggest Highlight and Disappointment of the year-Will wrestling improve in 2026?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

-Basketball Talk -Chavo returns to WWE -Jericho WWE rumors -How to fix AEW -John Cena wins I.C title -Thoughts on The Last Time Is Now tournament -PWI WOMEN'S 250Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

SMACKDOWN SUCKSSNME REVIEWCENAS' TOURNAMENT IS STUPIDJEY AIN'T WORKINGRAW FALLOUTBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

OUR FAVORITE HORROR FILMS FOR HALLOWEENJUSTINS' THOUGHTS ON HALLOWEEN HAVOCSNMEA LIST OF THE WORST TO GREATEST HALLOWEEN HAVOC PPVS'Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

MYSELF AND JEFF LIPPMAN REVIEW NXT: HALLOWEEN HAVE 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

ILJA RETURNS ON SMACKDOWN AND WINS U.S CHAMPIONSHIPSMACKDOWN WAS PRETTY GOODJEY USO WINS #1 CONTENDER BATTLE ROYAL ON RAWMORE INJURY NEWSNXT TALKHALLOWEEN HAVOC PREDICTIONSBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

WRESTLING THEMESCROWN JEWELWHO SHOULD BE CENAS LAST 4 OPPONENTS?SETH ROLLINS INJURYBOUND FOR GLORYNXT RELEASESFAKE FANSBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

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MYSELF, JEFF LIPPMAN & R.J DISCUSS NXT NO MERCY.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

-Wrestlepalooza -Raw fallout -NXT Go home show -PWI listBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

Justin's thoughts on AJ Lee returning Raw thoughts World's Collide The problem with these WWE partnerships NXT Homecoming All Out WrestlepaloozaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

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JEFF LIPPMAN AND MYSELF REVIEW NXT HEATWAVE 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

-WWE PLE'S START ON ESPN NEXT MONTH -TNA going head to head with AEW on Wednesdays? -SNME Moving to Peacock -WCW guys not getting a proper send off -How should Cena's retirement match go? -Chris Jericho returning to WWE? -Del Rio possibly being brought back -Triplemania -The real reason AAA fans are booing Vikingo -Naomi pregnancy -The state of the Raw women's division -NXT HeatwaveBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

-Karrion Kross a free agent? -Fake Outrage -Bland Split -WWE had been boring lately -What to do with Bayley -Nia is actually good -Triplemania predictions -WWE running a PLE during an AEW PPV -BusflipBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

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I apologize for the audio. This was convereted from the Youtube feed and I was using a mic from my camera. TNA SlammiversaryDifference between AEW and TNA fansSmackdown resultsWhat can cause Cena to be a Babyface again? CM Punk/Gunther promo was underwhelming NXT talkAEW Dynamite15 wrestlers that receive the most online abuseBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

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-Justin & Ruben are running the show tonight!-What we've been up to? -NOC/Iran Troubles-Fantastics Fest-Alestair Black's 2nd run in WWE -Gail Kim backstage at NXT tapings-Bryan Alvarez/WWE issues -Jim Ross News -Smackdown review-Cena's Pipebomb promo-Raw Review-Chad Gable out-Gunther/Goldberg build-Quick NXT review-Who beats Oba for his title? -Night of Champions predictions-Closing/PlugsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

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R-TRUTH GONERAW WAS MEH AGAINMARIAH MAY DEBUTS ON NXTWORLD'S COLLIDE AND MITB PREVIEWAND MOREBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-drew-yari-experience--2814077/support.

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