The Moon = Wrestling Podcast

Tomorrow, Joker and I travel to Cincinnati, Ohio for the AEW Dynamite Summer Blockbuster show, and TONIGHT, we basically geek out as we look forward to the trip and the card! Join us LIVE on YouTube and Twitch https://www.dwanlhearn.com/mew https://www.malicemanor.com Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/zombie-world License code: DDTBNKCDGZSHJ4JA

There is something very "pro-wrestling" about a GIMMICK! Today, The Moon and Joker are joined by Jayson William Allen of Hallowed Hills Entertainment are going to discuss memorable gimmicks both past and present, an organization that's almost all gimmicks, and a controversial gimmick that might have led to a legit Match of the Year candidate! Join us LIVE on YouTube AND TWITCH (for the first time!) https://www.dwanlhearn.com/mew https://www.malicemanor.com Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/zombie-world License code: DDTBNKCDGZSHJ4JA

"All good things must come to an end…" Wrestling retirements are always difficult. We watch them live out their life-long dreams for years and years and then one day it's all over. Today, we're going to talk about wrestlers who either chose to or are forced to retire from professional wrestling! https://www.dwanlhearn.com/mew Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/zombie-world License code: DDTBNKCDGZSHJ4JA

Tag Team Wrestling is a quintessential part of professional wrestling! From The Road Warriors and the Freebirds, to the New Age Outlaws and the APA, to the Motor City Machine Guns and BeerMoney, to the Young Bucks and FTR, to Kabuki Warriors and the Babes of Wrath - what can be better than two (sometimes more) coming together to be greater than the sum of their parts! On this episode, The Moon and Joker will share our Top Ten of the greatest tag teams (or maybe just our favorites). Who is your favorite tag team? https://www.dwanlhearn.com/mew Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/zombie-world License code: DDTBNKCDGZSHJ4JA

They debuted in 2014 and became one of the greatest tag teams of all time! But as of May 2nd, 2026, the New Day is officially dead with the "releases" of Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods. Big E is still with the company hosting PLE panels. Tonight, Joker and I will discuss the impact The New Day had on pro-wrestling and beyond https://www.dwanlhearn.com/mew Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/zombie-world License code: DDTBNKCDGZSHJ4JA

On April 24th, the WWE released 20+ superstars from various brands from their contracts. Today, Joker and the Moon will go through the list, talk about their impact on the wrestling, and discuss what we think they should do next! https://www.dwanlhearn.com/mew Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/zombie-world License code: DDTBNKCDGZSHJ4JA

Between April 17th and April 20th, WWE presented the 2026 Hall of Fame, both nights of WrestleMania 42, and the always must-see "Raw After Mania". On our first episode together as co-hosts, Moon and Joker will discuss the entire weekend and whether or not WrestleMania 42 survived its lack of build and re-writes due to injuries. How do we feel about the fallout? Join us and find out! (Episode also available on our YouTube channel!) https://www.dwanlhearn.com/mew Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/alex-besss/zombie-world License code: DDTBNKCDGZSHJ4JA

All Elite Wrestling presented AEW Dynasty 2026 on April 12, 2026. I've never ordered an AEW PPV, so I did; these are my thoughts. Also, the end of the episode contains a very special announcement about the future of this podcast! If you want to support this podcast, visit www.DwanLHearn.com/shop and consider one of the many wrestling-related shirts, hats, or hoodies. Share this podcast with a fellow wrestling fan!

Join me while I, author W.W. Mitchell, and co-owner of Malice Manor Haunted Attraction, Sean "Joker" Durkin, discuss what makes someone World Championship Material; what makes them worthy of being the World Champion? What do you think makes someone World Championship Material? What's the highest-ranking World Title? Email me at [email protected] >>> FLP T-Shirt [Use Code "UNKIND" for this or any other wrestling-related items for 15% off] *My apologies to the NWA and the NWA Worlds Heavyweight Championship's vast lineage that includes Dusty Rhodes, Ric Flair, Ron Killings, Adam Pearce, Nick Aldis, and so many others. I'm sorry that I left you out of the conversation. That's on me. **Also, there were some connection issues, so some of the audio is a little glitchy. For more from author W.W. Mitchell, visit his website www.w-w-m.com For more about Joker's Malice Manor Haunted Attraction, visit www.malicemanorhauntedhouse.com ***To answer a question during the show, Roman Reigns defended the title 27 times during the 1,316-day title run.

It is post-Elimination Chamber, and as we are just weeks away from WrestleMania 42, I have a few concerns... Visit my website at www.DwanLHearn.com/shop to support me and my works! Get the re-designed "Everything Comes Back to Wrestling" T-shirt or any of my wrestling-related items for 15% off with code "UNKIND"

AJ Styles lost his retirement match against Gunther at the 2026 Royal Rumble. I share my thoughts on this and other professional wrestlers who are leaving the business! Who is retiring this year? Should retiring wrestlers ALWAYS lose in their last match? Let's discuss this! **In the episode, I mention someone named "Heaven". It's actually "Haevyn", pronounced "Haven?". Just wanted to acknowledge that mistake. My bad! www.DwanLHearn.com

WWE Royal Rumble 2026 is coming to you LIVE from Riyadh, KSA! How does the location impact the Rumble? Who do I think will win the Men's and Women's Rumble Matches? Who will surprise us or make a return? Listen and hear what I think? Thoughts on an episode? Email me at [email protected]!

In my re-recorded last episode of 2025, I look back at John Cena's First Match (His debut on Smackdown versus Kurt Angle) and his last match (Saturday Night's Main Event versus Gunther), talk about the importance of that first match, the impact of his last match, and where I think we go from here. Follow me on Bluesky: @DLHearnWrites Email me: [email protected] Visit: http://www.DwanLHearn.com to see what else I have going on.

These are my thoughts on the first round of the "Last Time Is Now" Tournament for John Cena's retirement match on December 13th "Saturday Night's Main Event" Visit my website at www.DwanLHearn.com

This episode covers subject matter that may be upsetting or triggering to some listeners. Discretion is advised On this episode, my guest and I will discuss the morality of professional wrestling - more specifically, we're discussing the impact and responsibility of wrestlers, wrestling companies, and the fanbase as it applies to controversy, scandal, and socially distasteful behaviors. RECORDED 8-14-2025 *Recorded prior to Kiana James managing Guilia **Zeb Colter video HERE: *** Penta vs Relusa HERE ****Bron Breakker DID make a statement after his father's remarks. "Yeah, you know, I appreciate the question. I can't speak for my father, but that's not a reflection of me, who I am, or what I'm about." - to "Under The Ring" ***** CVV interview with Patrick Clark Jr. (Veleteen Dream): It would appear that the interview was removed from CVV's YouTube channel. Others have clips of the interview up, but the video I intended to link isn't available. ******Giselle Shaw Documentary ******* Janel Grant Settlement CNN article

WWE UnReal is a Netflix docuseries highlighting the behind-the-scenes workings of the production of the WWE Sports Entertainment product. Like/Follow/Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can support the host by visiting DwanLHearn.com/Shop

Terry Bollea, aka Hulk Hogan, passed away. To many, he was a wrestling icon who was almost exclusively responsible for pro-wrestling's popularity today. To others, he was a greedy, selfish, backstage politician willing to stop at nothing to be THE only wrestler that mattered, regardless of who stood in his way. In the days since his passing, many people have said many things about the legacy of Hulk Hogan. This is just my opinion. Everyone is entitled to their own. For more, visit www.DwanLHearn.com

On Sunday, July 20th, at the Imaginarium Convention in Louisville, KY, I will be moderating the "Writing & Wrestling II: Everything Comes Back To Wrestling" panel. In this episode, I will be covering the questions that I will be asking my wonderful field of panelists during this one hour panel, including ROH/AEW Wrestler BEEF! Panelist Include: ROH/AEW Wrestler BEEF W.W. Mitchell Bentley Phillippe Brian Haas Ron McMillian S. Donovan Croft You can attend this convention by visiting entertheimaginarium.com for tickets. You can pick up the "Everything Comes Back To Wrestling" shirt HERE

On June 11th, 2025, I attended "Spectacle of Excess", a part of the Speaker Series, brought to us by Kentucky To The World. This event was hosted by Sam Ford, interviewing OVW Operator Al Snow. If you have questions for my panels that connects wrestling to other Creative Arts, email them to me at [email protected]. See the panel at Imaginarium! Find me on Bluesky! DLHearnWrites.bsky.social See the shirts we wore to the events here! Learn More about Ohio Valley Wrestling here! Also, Watch "Wrestlers" on Netflix and/or watch OVW TV on Youtube HERE About Sam Ford: Click Here About Kentucky To The World: Click Here Matches: Sophia Rose vs Freya the Slaya Kal Herro vs Crixus **The Moon=Wrestling Podcast is NOT sponsored, supported, or in any way affiliated with Al Snow, OVW, Sam Ford, Speed Art Museum, or Kentucky to the World.

It's post-MITB 2025 and I want to discuss how I would book storylines surrounding Naomi and Seth's briefcases and Cena's Last Match. We are definitely discussing pro-wrestling as The Greatest Form of Theater. You can support me by visiting my website at DwanLHearn.com This podcast is NOT sponsored by NOR afflillated with The Crusade for Children or Fightful Select. Credit: Fightful's YouTube - Sean Ross Sapp Did WWE WORK EVERYONE With R-Truth Firing!?

I've talked about it for a long time. This is my opinion on the current state of All Elite Wrestling. Visit DwanLHearn.com/Shop to support the show! Follow me on all the socials - @DLHEARNWRITES Questions or Comments, email me at [email protected]

In the Main Event of NXT Battleground, Trick Williams defeats Joe Hendry for the TNA World Championship! Was this a good idea? Here's what I think. Visit DwanLHearn.com for more from the host!

On May 2nd 2025, prior to Smackdown, WWE Released a number of WWE and NXT talent. Some I understand but others leave me wondering, "Literally Why Tho?" This episode covers my general opinions on these releases. Visit DwanLHearn.com and visit the shop to support the show! Find me on Bluesky! @DLHearnWrites

WWE WrestleMania has come and gone. This is what I thought about it!! Contact me by email at [email protected] or visit DwanLHearn.com/Contact to get ahold of me and share your thoughts!

The show is back with Episode 2 just in time for WWE WrestleMania 41!! In this episode, I go through the official WrestleMania card (all 13 matches as of April 16, 2025) and give my predictions! Visit DwanLHearn.com for a bonus episode where I predict the NXT Stand and Deliver card! Also, grab a #FLP T-Shirt while you're there (If you know, you know!) Follow me on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky - @DLHearnWrites

What I liked in Pro-Wrestling since I've been gone. Subjects including: The Royal Rumble and the Elimination Chamber winners and their subsequent title matches, The Partnership between NXT and TNA, Character Work in Wrestling, and what I like the LEAST since I've been gone. Follow me on BlueSky at: https://bsky.app/profile/dlhearnwrites.bsky.social Visit me at my website DwanLHearn.com

I haven't had an episode of The Moon = Wrestling Podcast in quite a while? Where have I been? Listen to find out! Keep up with me at my website DwanLHearn.com Support the show at DwanLHearn.com/Shop Follow "Sako and the Moon" here: https://www.youtube.com/@SakoandtheMoonPodcast Follow "Hallowed Hills Entertainment" here: https://www.youtube.com/@HallowedHillsENT

This episode is a fun one! I'm fantasy booking a WWE/TNA Super Card! I booked nine matches. If you can think of a 10th Match, leave it in the comments. Also, I didn't decide who would win so tell me who would go over in each match in the comments as well. The card is as follows: Cody Rhodes vs Moose Bayley vs Jordynne Grace The Bloodline's Tongans (Tama Tonga & Tanga Loa) vs The System (Brian Meyers & Eddie Edwards) Unholy Union (Alba Fyre & Isla Dawn) & Tiffany Stratton vs Decay (Rosemary & Havoc) & Ash By Elegance L.A. Knight vs Steve Maclin Seth Rollins vs Joe Hendry Kevin Owens vs Jake Something Liv Morgan vs Killer Kelly vs Tasha Steelz vs Natalya Trick Williams vs Mustafa Ali Visit the Moon Shop on www.DwanLHearn.com/Shop and grab an "Everything Comes Back To Wrestling" t-shirt. Follow Me on Socials at @DLHearnWrites or just visit www.DwanLHearn.com/Contact

There was so much to talk about since I last recorded, I felt like it deserved its own episode (and I wouldn't need to take up so much time on the opening of the next video.) Like, Subscribe, and do the things! Learn more about me on my website, www.DwanLHearn.com Check out my other podcast and podcast appearances at www.DwanLHearn.com/Media "Everything Comes Back to Wrestling" shirt available on www.DwanLHearn.com/Shop Wyatt return clip here: https://youtu.be/8AZCEQ_3nZU?si=DvHcYyt2t_NGT_A6

In this episode, I'm sharing my thoughts on Intergender Wrestling. If you've enjoyed this podcast, like, share, follow, subscribe, or whatever your platform demands of you. To see more of my shows or the shows I've featured on, visit www.DwanLHearn.com/media

On this Episode, I'm asking Between WWE, AEW, and TNA, are there too many titles? Spoiler: The Answer is YES. If you enjoyed this podcast, like, share, subscribe, follow, or whatever your platform demands. You can check out my other shows and shows I've featured on by visiting www.DwanLHearn.com/media

In this episode, I reflect on the noteworthy moments from this past weekend's major wrestling events. Also, check out the new logo and the new opening! What do you think? Let me know in the comments! If you've enjoyed this video, please remember to like, subscribe, and share this with someone you know who may also enjoy this video! You can check out my other shows and shows I'm featured on by clicking here (https://www.dwanlhearn.com/media) You can also pick up a copy of my debut book, "The Copperwheat Collection" by clicking here ( https://a.co/d/ecCedeL ) For more about the host, visit www.DwanLHearn.com

Join The Moon as I sit down with author John Cosper, writer of over 20 books exploring the vast history of wrestling and its players of the past like June Byers and Jim Mitchell. For more on John Cosper's library of wrestling-related books, visit www.EatSleepWrestle.com For more on John Cosper's horror offerings, visit www.DeadParkBooks.com For more from the host, visit www.DwanLHearn.com

Reviewing the WWE Draft of 2024, later than I should have! If you've enjoyed this video, please remember to like, subscribe, and share it with someone you know that may also enjoy this video! You can check out my other shows and shows I'm featured on by clicking HERE You can also pick up a copy of my debut book, "The Copperwheat Collection" by clicking HERE For more about the host, visit www.DwanLHearn.com

I was going to do a WWE Draft episode but felt this was more important. I discuss new champions across wrestling and my thoughts on current and future stories. Learn More about the host at www.DwanLHearn.com

My thoughts on the Bray Wyatt documentary available on Peacock. You can support my show by visiting www.DwanLHearn.com/shop

My review of WrestleMania XL. My overall opinion and what I did and didn't like about the show. Support the show and the host by visiting www.DwanLHearn.com/shop

WWE Presents WrestleMania XL (that's 40) on Saturday, April 6th and Sunday, April 7th 2024. These are my predictions for each known match (as of April 3rd) over both nights. Support the show by visiting: https://www.dwanlhearn.com/product-page/official-moon-wrestling-t-shirt

This episode is a rant about how it appears to "Wrestle While Black". This episode was inspired by the unjust and unfair criticism Bianca Belair received for just being in a photograph. Learn more about the host by visiting www.DwanLHearn.com Support the show with a visit to www.DwanLHearn.com/shop

In what was going to be my episode about Elimination Chamber 2024, I discuss the Maxxine Dupri situation. After a house show, Maxxine Dupri was viciously booed. Fans have come to the defense of those we booed her. Wrestlers have come to the defense of Maxxine Dupri and her in-ring work. These are my thoughts. Learn more about the host by visiting his website at www.DwanLHearn.com Support the show by visiting www.DwanLHearn.com/shop

In this episode, I'll share the highlights from Elimination Chamber 2024 and how I see WrestleMania XL shaping up as a result. Watch WWE Elimination Chamber 2024 on Peacock. Learn more about the host at www.DwanLHearn.com Support the show with the purchase from the Moon Shop at www.DwanLHearn.com/shop

I review the card of WWE's Elimination Chamber 2024 and give my predictions. For more from the host, Dwan L. Hearn, visit DwanLHearn.com Support the show with the purchase of a "Moon=Wrestling" or "Everything Comes Back to Wrestling" t-shirt, available at DwanLHearn.com/Shop

With Cody winning the Rumble, it's time to "finish the story", right? ...right?! The Introduction of The Rock to the mix has created an uproar, to put it mildly. These are my thoughts! Visit DwanLHearn.com for more information on the host. Support the show by purchasing a shirt from DwanLHearn.com/Shop

My thoughts on the 2024 Royal Rumble! Visit DwanLHearn.com for my from the host of this podcast. Support the show by purchasing a shirt from DwanLHearn.com/shop

THIS EPISODE INVOLVES A LAWSUIT OF AN EXPLICIT SEXUAL NATURE INCLUDING VARIOUS DEGREES OF SEXUAL ASSAULT. ALTHOUGH THIS EPISODE DOES NOT GO INTO THE DETAILS OF THE LAWSUIT, IT COULD BE TRIGGERING TO THOSE SENSITIVE TO THE SUBJECT. I go over my thoughts about the sexual assault lawsuit against Vince McMahon. For more about the host of the Moon = Wrestling Podcast, visit DwanLHearn.com Support the podcast by purchasing a "Moon = Wrestling" or "Everything Comes Back to Wrestling" t-shirt! For questions, comments, suggestions for future subjects, or to possibly be a guest, email me at [email protected]

On this episode of the Moon=Wrestling Podcast, I discuss the importance of entrance themes! Because I couldn't use the music in the episodes, I made a playlist of the music referenced on my YouTube channel! Click the link to follow along - Entrance Theme Playlist Support the show by purchasing an "Everything Comes Back to Wrestling" t-shirt or rep the show with a "Moon=Wrestling" t-shirt. Visit www.DwanLHearn.com/Shop to buy. If you are interested in my thoughts on the t.A.T.u album, click here: t.A.T.u Review Learn more about me and what I do at my website www.DwanLHearn.com

On today's episode of Moon=Wrestling, I'm giving my top ten predictions for 2024 including fantasy booking storylines and future champions! Follow me on most social media platforms @DLHearnWrites Learn more about me at my website www.DwanLHearn.com Support the show by purchasing one of my "Moon=Wrestling" or "Everything Comes Back To Wrestling" t-shirts at www.DwanLHearn.com/Shop