WRESTLING SOUP

Jericho Callis botch screwdriver spot mockedBayley contract nearing end possible AEWTraining videos with Mercedes raised eyebrowsTKO offers half-pay contract renewalsVal Venis spreads vaccine conspiracy nonsenseSmackDown expanding back to three hoursMore house shows and summer tours comingCorbin and Cass returns feel pointlessMaxine character turned overly plastic weirdTessa Blanchard free agent MLW talksJade Cargill still botching matches badlyNo one policing women’s ring safetyPunk Owens promo stood out positivelyOverall WWE creative remains stagnant fillerBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

AJ Styles son chair setup controversy debatedNepo babies and helicopter parenting criticizedAJ Styles history of dumb public commentsRoman Reigns Mexico Lucha tournament announcedPredict Penta faces Roman in finalsBron Breakker has identity crisis promoLiv Morgan aims for thousand day reignBecky versus Stephanie title match teasedSolo forced into Bloodline after lossEddie Kingston fitness and laziness called outBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Cam Hendrix returns focused after timeoutNew gear logo and better attitude shownWendy Choo beats stagnant PJ VassaPJ remains plateaued with no progressElijah Holyfield versus sloppy Chris IslandChris loses rhythm and sells poorlyBubba confronts frustrated Elijah post-matchShady El Nahas debuts as judo OlympianTiffany Stratton boyfriend in first matchCam Hendrix wins solid main eventShady shows strong fundamentals and potentialKevin Owens praises Cam’s improvementOnly good match of the episodeUpcoming double episode with Gargano returnLUFISTOYouTube: @LuFistoOfficialFacebook: facebook.com/LuFistoInstagram: @LuFisto_arts_and_prowrestlingX: @LuFistoUpcoming documentary: lufistodoc.comJEFF LIPPMANYouTube: @GardenofThoughtpodFacebook: Jeffrey LippmanX: @Dos_EvilBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Vets criticize modern wrestling direction heavilyBischoff agrees Roman most overpushed everShapiro prioritizes profitability over fan experienceNetflix censors Becky Dom sex commentBabyface heel distinctions completely blurred nowHigh flying moves overused and cheapenedDamian Priest lost early creative sparkBrock Lesnar officially announces full retirementMalakai Black debuts new shaved head lookPersonality issues hold back Black and ZelinaWomen’s division desperately needs more characterLA Knight continues getting sidelined unfairlySeth Rollins masters boss-sucking for pushesRoman Reigns set for AAA appearanceSpeculated Saudi sale could drive fans awayTNA eyed as possible wrestling alternativeUpcoming Hawaii SmackDown tickets already expensiveBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Lagana interview pure Triple H glazingRoman Reigns still confusing babyface heelLA Knight sharp challenge to RomanRoyce Keys gets Bloodline exposure pushBig Cass returns after eight yearsBecky Lynch returns as babyfaceFirst acknowledgment of Dom sleeping aroundChad Gable Penta bury the hatchetDominik gatekeeps Chad as non-luchaDanhausen completely ignored and shaken offLyra crackhead gimmick ideasOba Femi possible Paul Heyman pairingBron Breakker old-school staredown with ObaJoe Hendry gimmick fails without clear heelsEverything still revolves around Bloodline nucleusBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

LUFISTOYouTube: @LuFistoOfficialFacebook: facebook.com/LuFistoInstagram: @LuFisto_arts_and_prowrestlingX: @LuFistoUpcoming documentary: lufistodoc.comJEFF LIPPMANYouTube: @GardenofThoughtpodFacebook: Jeffrey LippmanX: @Dos_EvilBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

World Heavyweight Championship: Roman Reigns (c) vs. Seth Rollins Interim WWE Women’s Championship Ladder Match: Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill vs. Chelsea Green vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Lash Legend No. 1 Contender for Undisputed WWE Championship: Finn Balor vs. Sami Zayn Intercontinental Championship: Penta (c) vs. Chad Gable United States Championship: Trick Williams (c) vs. Baron Corbin "Human Monies on a Pole" Match: Danhausen vs. Dominik MysterioBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Women’s World Championship Match: Liv Morgan (c) defeated Iyo Sky to retain the title. Six-Man Tag Team Match: LA Knight, Royce Keys, and Solo Sikoa defeated The Usos and Jacob Fatu. Singles Match: Gunther defeated Nick Aldis via submission. Six-Woman Tag Team Match: Fatal Influence (Fallon Henley, Jacy Jayne, and Lainey Reid) defeated The Bella Twins and Paige. Undisputed WWE Championship Match: CM Punk (c) defeated Cody Rhodes to retain the title. Hell in a Cell Match: Oba Femi defeated Brock Lesnar. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

New Day unicorn video full of symbolismGolden chains represent WWE golden handcuffsBroken horn unicorn likely symbolizes Big EMiddle-aged wrestlers more creative than young onesIndies lack strong characters and personalitiesSummerSlam tickets dropped to twenty-five dollarsNetflix executives reportedly unimpressed with RawOba Femi character feels weak and confusedBrock Lesnar Hell in a Cell match debatedPunk expected to retain over Cody RhodesUsos and Jacob favored over Solo teamPossible Nick Aldis upset over GuntherFatal Influence wins and Bellas turn on PaigeTriple H management style overly soft and corporateWomen’s division lost its cool factorBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Danhausen & Joe Hendry dance segmentThe missed point of Danhausen appealOba Femi neuteredSol Ruca unsafe and overwhelmed?Roman running up that hillSeth Roman exchange boring and repetitiveBayley AEW move makes financial senseMichael Cole overpaid due to longevityOverall Raw lacked depth and creativityBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Follow the host of the Wrestling Stew here:LUFISTOYouTube: @LuFistoOfficialFacebook: facebook.com/LuFistoInstagram: @LuFisto_arts_and_prowrestlingX: @LuFistoUpcoming documentary: lufistodoc.comJEFF LIPPMANYouTube: @GardenofThoughtpodFacebook: Jeffrey LippmanX: @Dos_EvilBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Zelina Vega goes full goth nowAleister Black career squandered by companiesTriple H jealousy of talents speculatedParental resentment of kids' success discussedShotzi as Triple H midlife fantasyMandy Rose OnlyFans release still oddRecent WWE releases list reviewedBo Dallas belief gimmick potential missedTiffany Stratton handles online hate wellMercedes Monet DJing All In afterpartySamoa Joe Dark Side of the Ring praisedSummerSlam coverage with John Draper plannedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Discussed Monday Night Raw booking issuesAustin Theory looks like a Briscoe nowMaxine Dupri copying Liv Morgan's actLyra Valkyria awkward drunken heel promoLA Knight called out Shield overpushCrowd confused by Roman and SethJacob Fatu turned into Roman's bitchPaul Heyman promo stretched thin nothingPenta and Gable match praised highlySolo Sikoa salmon blazer look criticizedCommentary missed La Knight's pointsRaw feels like character study nowHardcore fans chased away by pricesSolo needs better tribal presentationBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

LUFISTOYouTube: @LuFistoOfficialFacebook: facebook.com/LuFistoInstagram: @LuFisto_arts_and_prowrestlingX: @LuFistoUpcoming documentary: lufistodoc.comJEFF LIPPMANYouTube: @GardenofThoughtpodFacebook: Jeffrey LippmanX: @Dos_EvilBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Joe attended AEW Collision taping in BostonTony Khan appeared with long armsBig Show commentating on Collision unnoticedCrowd mostly older middle-class fansLittle merch available at venueWill Ospreay opened with long matchJungle Boy versus Nick Wayne criticized heavilySpot-heavy death match style wrestlingCiampa got strong local hero reactionBoston's own Mercedes Mone`booed by someToo many matches over long showCrowd mostly positive echo chamberOutrunners main event surprisingly funTony Khan's show for hardcore sickosBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Discussed Saturday Night's Main Event from MSGCriticized Jalen Brunson's lifeless performanceRoman Reigns overly praises NBA playerTrick Williams showed basic wrestling mistakesFatal Influence won women's tag titlesStephanie awkwardly interviewed Oba FemiDanhausen match was fun fan serviceLyra's new look heavily criticizedLyra versus Bayley match was solidCody and Punk tag match well doneFrustrated with excessive commercials and pacingBlood spots and slow show flow notedWWE creative and releases discussed negativelyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

LFG Season 3 Episode 10Hosts Lufisto and Jeff LaufmanOutraged over Apollo Crews situationCarly Bright injury and release discussedBraxton Cole works PhD book gimmickArlen Lewis lacks fire as babyfaceSerena Linton versus Zina Stirling critiquedTerry Taylor gives heel coaching tipsMain event tag match highly praisedHot tag and storytelling executed wellBubba Ray coaches tag team dynamicsWWE releases criticized as shortsightedFirst matches mixed second one strongFrustration with talent development decisionsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Dead internet theory discussed with AI botsBaron Corbin's WWE return heavily criticizedEnzo and Cass potential returns speculated onWWE favoritism toward Rollins and Reigns slammedBaron Corbin working for very low payGangrel says wrestling lacks meaningful movesKurt Angle TNA years reviewed negativelyDark Side of the Ring called Jeff Jarrett-focusedHogan and Bischoff blamed for TNA declineDave Meltzer accused of Tony Khan biasSaturday Night's Main Event matches previewedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Extreme summer heat complaintsBayley versus Nikki Cross matchBaron Corbin SmackDown returnMaxine Theory Otis segmentSeth Rollins Roman Reigns promoBloodline Hobbs storyline additionDominic Mysterio cooling off popularityLiv Morgan psycho character overuseKeith Lee divorce personality changeBecky Lynch postpartum depression talkGauntlet match number one contenderBrock Lesnar Oba segmentPossible Enzo Big Cass returnBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Dark Side of the Ring TNA episode discussedVince McMahon heavily criticized by wrestlersBig Show signs new AEW contractBig Show praises Tony Khan publiclyHobbs happy in WWE after AEW exitSheamus expected to join AEW soonYoung Bucks vs New Day speculatedJungle Boy re-signs with AEWRandy Orton retirement concerns discussedCM Punk champ tour and possible departureDanhausen Knicks crossover at SNME mentionedTaylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding jokesTKO corporate greed and entitlement criticizedBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Hosts banter about Tony Atlas interviews.Sheamus exits WWE after contract dispute.Debate rages over Sheamus joining AEW.AEW slashes All In London tickets.Raw features Roxy’s awkward cute promo.CM Punk defeats Sami Zayn for title.Maxine Dupri starts public cheating angle.Jey Uso’s divorce drama goes public.Seth Rollins promo flops in Chicago.LA Knight lands sharp verbal shots.Aldis and Pearce clash over authority.Oba Femi delivers menacing violent promos.John Cena gets simple black shirt.Episode laughs at wrestling’s absurd moments.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Cassettes are making a comeback.Mason Rook lacks physical strength.Rook wears a blue swimsuit.Rook has zero in-ring personality.Looks and stories matter most.Paying traditional dues is obsolete.Paul Walter Hauser argues online.Sami Zayn faces title backlash.Zayn issued a defensive statement.Zayn possesses excellent wrestling skills.Zayn brings great Muslim representation.Few wrestlers truly deserve championships.Kevin Owens returning makes sense.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Raw entertainingly terrible and hilarious.Jey Uso’s commentary sounds incoherent or impaired.Austin Theory buried hard across multiple segments.Oba Femi wins King of the Ring then shrugs it off.Brock Lesnar returns, kicks Oba in the nuts.Joe Hendry sings with Street Profits; gimmick thinning.Bird Girl turns goth/crazy heel in lazy fashion.Chad Gable’s theme sounds like AI-generated song.LA Knight vs Jimmy Uso: standard filler match.Danhausen comedy swallows serious Gable-McDonagh match.Roman and Seth’s long promo full of dick-squeezing nostalgia.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

LEGENDS AND FUTURE GREATS REVIEW SHOW S3 EPISODE 9 (Wrestling Stew 6.27.26) w/ @LufistoBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

King of the Tournament Finals -- Jey Uso vs. Oba FemiQueen of the Ring Tournament Finals -- Iyo Sky vs. Liv MorganSeth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker (Steel Cage match)Women's United States Championship -- Tiffany Stratton (c) vs. Jade CargillUnited States Championship -- Trick Williams (c) vs. Ricky SaintsUndisputed WWE Championship -- Cody Rhodes (c) vs. Gunther vs. Sami ZaynBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

notes.Catfishing story from Wrestling Rusty playedHosts react with dark jokes and banterTNA Elayna Black swimsuit promo under viaductTommy Dreamer spanking indie wrestler controversyDebate on vet authority and consent in wrestlingSammy Callahan’s weight gain and appearance discussedKeith Lee post-COVID strugglesRoad Dogg potentially joining TNACriticism of TKO/WWE creative directionPaul Heyman’s bizarre Apocalypse Now Roman rantBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Oliver Tree death discussed earlyRecent wrestler deaths mentioned brieflyKevin Owens wife drama analyzedLudwig Kaiser battery case updatedLash Legend appearance heavily debatedWhite House UFC event criticizedTNA fires Tessa and othersRoster talent evaluation coveredNo PPV this week notedEarly Raw SmackDown times comingBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

LFG S3E8 Podcast SummaryLufisto and Jeff review the episode.Chris Island returns with strong heel work.Mason Holliday gets her release.Coaches assign three key matches.Gargano helps Jamie Garcia break habits.Owens works with Tristan Angels.Booker promises a new Xena.Xena shows major improvement vs Nikita.Solid but flat second match reviewed.Hosts praise better episode flow.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Ava Raine on Libs Finisher podcast.Ava's deluded nepotism and lack of talent.Debate on Lash Legends looks and racism.Liv Morgan stalker ruled insane.Roman and Bloodline dominate Raw.Crowd cheers Bloodline beating LA Knight.iO Sky wins best match.Danhausen segments feel overexposed.Charlotte vs Roxy poorly booked.Oba Femi defeats Dominik Mysterio.Oba hits Samoan wall.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Anime / Manga boom: Logan Paul buying original One Piece issues, Netflix adaptation bringing in new fans, surface-level vs. hardcore fans, and whether the bubble will burst.Attitude Era vs. modern wrestling (AEW fans ignoring the past).CM Punk’s body changes, TRT speculation, straight-edge lifestyle debates (especially for older wrestlers).Nancy Reagan “Just Say No” tangent and unrelated celebrity dirt.The Rock’s cancer scare story (testicular lump), his one-day wait for results, health & money priorities for aging wrestlers, and related jokes.Speculation about Punk returning to AEW, Randy Orton/Drew McIntyre rumors.Meltzer influence and “copium.”Kathy Kelly / Kevin Owens’ wife dramaAnalysis of overprotective parenting, autism social dynamics, rejection sensitivity, and why it should’ve been a private text.Jerry “The King” Lawler street renaming in Memphis (near a middle school)Wrap-up: Birthday mentions, personal stories (hot tub trip, Maine plans, Seth Rollins coffee shop joke), possum video views, and sign-off.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

LuFisto and Jeff break down the latest episode of WWE’s developmental reality show. They open with the contrived Shawn Michaels segment pushing “Carnal Carver” (Keanu) to NXT, then review the coaches’ assignments and three matches:Arlen Lewis vs. Tate Wilder (Gargano coaching): Clumsy and slow due to an early eye injury to Tate; both show promise but lacked fire and polish.PJ Voss vs. Mason Holliday (Booker T coaching): Heavily criticized women’s match full of sloppy fundamentals, repetitive whips, and weak character work. The hosts express disappointment in PJ’s regression after three seasons.Elijah Holyfield vs. Apollo Crews: Standout match of the night. Praised as a strong teacher-vs-student story with crisp action, smart psychology (targeting the arm), and real improvement from Holyfield.They also discuss coaching notes, character needs, Elijah’s rapid progress and marketability, frustrations over Apollo Crews’ release, and Shawn Michaels’ post-match advice on fluidity and ring time. Overall, the episode gets mixed reviews — strong main match, weaker openers, and ongoing concerns about some talents stagnating.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

In this week’s episode, LuFisto and Jeff Lippman break down a very “old-school LFG” show packed with international flavor. The coaches (Kevin Owens, Booker T, Bubba Ray, and Natalya) assign three matches, including a women’s bout between Kali Bright and Bayley Humphrey (working heel), Elijah Ali (Elio LaFleur / White Eagle) vs. Malik Blade, and a strong main event between Mark The Router and Elio LaFleur. The hosts praise the in-ring action, coaching insights, and character work while discussing improvements, booking perception vs. reality, and the challenges of reality-show stakes when real-life releases are already known. They call it the strongest episode of the season so far for its heavy focus on wrestling and international talent.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

90s goth opening banterOverseas WWE crowd energySol Ruca vs. BirdgirlBayley and Lyra storylineNia Jax fantasy bookingRepetitive Bloodline storylinesLA Knight promo analysisBecky and Chelsea reactionsWWE vs. AEW fansDominik and Oba FemiJudgment Day needs muscleChad Gable and PentaQueen of the RingKing of the RingIron Chef sign-offBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Quick recap of the week of eventsMick Foley talks about wrestling in AEWRey Mysterio retirement talkWWE has Judgement Day fatigueLA Knight realizes he's getting older fastCM Punk might be juicing. Who cares?Nepo baby dream booking.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Ludwig Kaiser before Ludwig Kaiser10:45 – Roman discussion22:30 – Roman discussion33:15 – Roman discussion45:10 – Roman discussion55:50 – Roman discussion1:05:30 – Roman discussion1:16:15 – Roman Reigns and the boring Bloodline discussion1:22:45 – Show endBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Released Veterans & Scripted Rookies0:00 – Holyfield's scripted promo4:15 – Kevin Owens avoids coaching7:30 – Andre Chase gets released11:45 – Braxton Cole vs. Chase15:20 – Kelly vs. Serena Linton20:40 – Serena's identity crisis24:15 – Tristan Angels vs. Holyfield28:50 – Show needs a cliffhanger31:20 – Plugs and wrap-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Spotify ad break complaints12:15 – Free AAA vs. WWE25:30 – Road to WrestleMania logic38:45 – Making garlic bread52:10 – Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther1:05:20 – Jade Cargill's near-disaster1:18:40 – Rhea Ripley retains1:32:15 – Main event entrance dragging1:45:30 – Roman vs. Jacob Fatu1:51:15 – Neutered and domesticated SamoansBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Jacob Fatu's bad promo8:15 – Logan Paul court dates16:30 – Oba Femi threatens Brock Lesnar24:45 – Clash in Italy preview32:20 – Penta vs. Javon Evans41:10 – AEW's exhausting PPV49:30 – Dragon Lee and Enzo56:45 – Maxine and Austin Theory1:04:20 – MOD pizza is terribleBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Jacob Fatu's bad promo7:30 – Vision and Joe Hendry15:45 – Weak GM Adam Pearce23:15 – Seth interrupts Montez Ford31:50 – Obafemi threatens Brock Lesnar42:20 – Clash in Italy preview50:10 – Penta vs. Javon Evans57:30 – Rusev and Ethan Page1:03:45 – Maxine and Austin Theory1:08:20 – Wrap-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Intro & Tate's Vignette12:15 – Matt Bloom's Coaching24:30 – Nikita vs. Bailey39:45 – Tate vs. Chris Island54:10 – Chris Island's Screaming1:04:20 – Chantal vs. Zena1:16:30 – Indie Consulting Pitch1:22:45 – Plugs & Wrap-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – SNME overall card reaction11:15 – Vision vs. Street Profits23:30 – Club WWE merchandise subscription33:45 – Charlotte Flair's facial surgeries42:20 – 6-Woman Tag & Michin48:10 – Sol Ruca's botched finish55:45 – Penta vs. Ethan Page1:02:30 – Paige, Brie, Lash & Nia1:07:15 – Malakai Black & Wrap-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Intro & morning wake-up8:15 – Ludwig Kaiser elevator incident17:30 – Reading the police affidavit28:45 – AAA match cancellation fallout39:20 – Fan reactions & Facebook comments51:10 – Mason Rook's NXT match1:03:30 – SNME: Penta vs. Ethan Page1:14:45 – SNME: Vision vs. Street Profits1:24:20 – Darren Young comedy pitch1:29:15 – Women's matches & Wrap-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Michin and Keith Lee8:15 – Summer house show tour15:30 – Danhausen and Baron Corbin23:45 – Big Cass return pitch31:10 – Dana White power slapping38:20 – Sol Ruca promo struggles45:40 – Women's Tag Team Titles52:15 – Oba Femi and Nia58:50 – Iyo Sky's wedding photos1:05:15 – Brock Lesnar and wrap-upBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

5:10 - The "Big Fat Guy" Wrestling Trope12:15 - WWE Creative Slump & NXT Failures20:45 - The Discount Summer House Shows Tour32:30 - Brian Cage's Physique & AEW Criticism45:15 - Kevin Nash & Pro Wrestling Unionization55:40 - El Cuatrero's Prison Sentence Appeal1:07:20 - Wrap-Up Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Lufisto and Jeff Lippman return to break down Season 3, Episode 3 of LFG, but both hosts express major disappointment with the show's current format and "phony baloney" production. The episode is heavy on critiques, starting with a women's tag team match where Matt Bloom calls out the babyfaces for showing zero fear against a monster heel. Things get worse in the men's division, as the hosts dissect Trill London's massive in-ring regression and botched spots against rookie Braxton Cole. The spotlight then shifts to Cam Hendrix (formerly Anthony Luke) and Tate Wilder. While their match shows promise, Cam's overthinking and a late-match stumble lead Matt Bloom to pull him from LFG entirely to recalibrate. The episode wraps up with a deep dive into the systemic flaws of the WWE Performance Center's NIL recruitment strategy, with Jeff and Lufisto arguing that developmental talent desperately needs excursions to indies like GCW or TNA to learn how to work a real crowd.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro / Disappointment with Season 3's format & Lufisto's cat interruptions12:15 – Match 1: PJ Vassa & Serena Linton vs. Layla Diggs & Mason Holliday24:30 – Blueprint failures: Synchronized dancing and missing tag team psychology36:10 – Matt Bloom's critique: Where is the babyface fear?45:45 – Match 2: Trill London vs. Braxton Cole & Trill's massive regression58:20 – The problem with NIL athletes quitting when wrestling gets tough1:06:15 – Promos: Tate Wilder's daredevil cowboy gimmick vs. Cam Hendrix1:15:30 – Match 3: Cam Hendrix overthinks, stumbles, and saves it with a pie-face1:27:10 – Matt Bloom pulls Cam from LFG for being too self-aware1:33:45 – The PC Bubble: Why WWE needs to send talent to the indies or TNA1:39:50 – Wrap-up / Plugs for Garden of Thought and Wrestling SoupBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Anthony and Joe kick off the show where they praise Iyo Sky's ring generalship and pacing, while tearing into Seth Rollins' exhausting television presence following his match with Bron Breakker. The guys vent about WWE's creative drought, noting Bill Apter's visible disappointment, the deeply confusing babyface booking of Roman Reigns, and the lack of a proper televised send-off for Asuka. The episode rounds out with a sharp critique of TKO's pricey ESPN streaming model, Backlash booking blunders involving Danhausen and Oba Femi, and a quick check-in on the cast of Jersey Shore.Timestamps:0:00 – Intro 11:15 – AEW’s business woes and WWE’s current creative slump18:40 – Iyo Sky’s brilliant in-ring storytelling vs. Sol Ruca27:30 – The Seth Rollins problem & his match with Bron Breakker39:20 – Gunther missing from TV & Bill Apter's disappointment46:10 – The Backlash ESPN deal: TKO squeezing fans for money54:45 – Roman Reigns' "prima donna" booking & the confusing Bloodline dynamics1:03:20 – Asuka's indefinite leave and WWE failing to give her a proper send-off1:11:50 – Danhausen's Backlash mystery partner flop & Oba Femi's squash match1:16:15 – Wrap-up & Jersey Shore kayfabeBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

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Post WWE Backlash show. Lee Sanders from the RCWR Show hosts Anthony, to run down what the hell happened at WWE Backlash. The Asuka farewell match? Also, the insidious intentions of Club WWE and the John Cena un-retirement invitational for the new John Cena championship belt. Danhausen already jumping the shark, and validating the hater-hausen criticisms on why this guy in WWE is a bust. Jake looking weak and silly, as the entitled babyface in a storyline that no one should want, and the lack of any reaction from Breakker and Seth's Visionary storyline coming to a close with all the fanfare of a dirty diaper.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

Anthony and Joe are back to break down this weekend's WWE Backlash: Tampa premium live event! With the dust settling from WrestleMania 42, the guys give their official predictions for the entire five-match card.Can Jacob Fatu dethrone the "cry bully" Original Tribal Chief, Roman Reigns, for the World Heavyweight Championship? Anthony and Joe dive into the Shakespearean drama of the Asuka vs. Iyo Sky clash, predict the fallout of Seth Rollins finally getting his hands on Bron Breakker, and debate who will walk out with the United States Title in the Trick Williams vs. Sami Zayn rematch. Plus, the guys throw out their wild guesses for who will step up as Danhausen's mystery tag partner against The Miz and Kit Wilson.Tune in for the Backlash booking theories, match predictions, and the usual Wrestling Soup chaos!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.

0:00 – Intro / Raw Review: Asuka and Iyo Sky’s "Shakespearean" mist segment7:30 – Roman Reigns’ "cry bully" babyface promo and The Usos' return14:45 – Judgment Day rushed booking: Roxanne Perez hits Finn Balor with a hammer20:10 – The wrestling was good, but Seth Rollins' "I don't trust me" promo was terrible24:20 – Joe Hendry confronts Seth Rollins / Logan Paul conspiracy theories28:50 – Rumored 50% pay cuts for undercard talent vs. massive TKO executive raises37:10 – Exploring The New Day's contract buyout and Edge's AEW run44:20 – Match of the night: Otis and Tozawa stepping up to Oba Femi52:15 – Sol Ruca’s botched debut against Becky Lynch and the Tiffany Stratton fallout59:30 – WrestleMania merch sales realities and Backlash previewBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.