Everything Mailbag

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio are back to catch up on the latest news and, of course, our ginormous mailbag. Now that we’re caught up, expect these to return once a month going forward! This episode covers: A correction regarding our prior conversation regarding Will Ospreay, Ricochet, and Jim Cornette Who was the QB that got Rich and Josh into the NFL? Tween/Teen thoughts on John Cena’s last match Oscars move to YouTube in 2029, with the potential for the Super Bowl to move to PPV/streaming only Should The Rock change his name after *The Smashing Machine*? WWE ID’s viability Big E’s impact on wrestling Will TKO be sold in 2028? Does Ava Johnson deserve criticism after WWE? Cody Rhodes vs. Lex Luger as a top babyface Whether WWE should abandon PLEs John Cena as a person Bret Hart’s views and the views of Josh and Rich on him Is Vince Russo the worst thing to happen to wrestling? ESPN or Netflix could potentially revive the WWE Network Would WWE be better off in Vince McMahon’s hands since he despised excessive ads and insisted on affordable ticket prices? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO OTHER LINKS… Or support us on Patreon… –https://www.patreon.com/pwtorchvip Subscribe to our YouTube Channel… freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_test_300x250", slotId: "pwtorchcom_test_300x250" }); –https://www.youtube.com/pwtorch Follow us on Blue Sky… –https://bsky.app/profile/pwtorch.bsky.social Emails… [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann discuss the following subjects: McMahon’s initial ouster and their thoughts at the time vs. now Biggest change in WWE (for better or worse) and how Shapiro’s comments undermine one of the key attractions of wrestling – families Bron Breakker and Rhea Ripley’s competition for top spot Jericho as a WWE champion again DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO OTHER LINKS… Or support us on Patreon… –https://www.patreon.com/pwtorchvip Subscribe to our YouTube Channel… –https://www.youtube.com/pwtorch freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_test_300x250", slotId: "pwtorchcom_test_300x250" }); Follow us on Blue Sky… –https://bsky.app/profile/pwtorch.bsky.social Emails… [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann are on the hunt for off-the-beaten paths they can explore, and the following subjects: Kurt Angle joining Real American Wrestling Does AEW need a house show circuit? Should wrestling promotions shill alcohol, given those that are doing it at present? Randy Orton’s longevity and potential to last until 2035 Evolve and potential prospects Does Levesque need a booking break? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann are back for some great questions in the mailbag. This time around, in addition to Josh’s thoughts on Night of Champions, they talk about: Vince McMahon’s attempts to return to WWE, and would retaining his team prevent him eventually losing the company? Which release was more egregious – Danielson in 2010 or Ron Killings? Would WWE have been better off not going public? What are Nick Khan’s best traits and what could Tony Khan learn from him? What would John Cena’s legacy be in 20 years? What does the success of Worlds Collide mean for Triple H’s NXT plans? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, after a little break, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio are back to discuss the following topics: NCAA 26 and how NIL mirrors AEW/WWE signee must-haves What AEW can learn from Nascar and Streaming, and the costs of fandom Nick Khan’s view of social media Randy Orton’s 2002-present legacy What would work in the international markets with NXT? Would ECW survive past 2001 if they’d gotten their money back? Was John Cena the right choice for babyface, and if he were fired, who would’ve been the best candidate as top face? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, in a super Mania week mega episode, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio talk a Brian Alston Mania special, NFL draft wrestling ties, and topics that include: Does social media ruin the ability to enjoy wrestling? Potential issues with a Paul Levesque global NXT brand, Evolve, and LFG Bushi and Naito’s chances in WWE – either in Japan or U.S. Credit for WWE success to date Mariah May and what her rumored departure could (or couldn’t) mean Who takes over for Bruce Pritchard in the future? What a WWE run by only Stephanie and Levesque would look like Eric Bischoff and star vs. star matches Paul Levesque heels vs. babyfaces thoughts DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann answered questions on the following: Netflix joy over sponsors with WWE and future additional shows, and possible price raises for PLEs Samoa Joe returning to WWE as a talent scout Most underrated wrestler or announcer Vince Russo’s thoughts on the Rock as booker The Rainmaker as Painmaker And an Off the Beaten Path featuring dinner guests. Also, as an added bonus – a Deep Dive interview with Calamity Kate Kroll regarding her documentary “Lunatic: The Luna Vachon Story.” Kate talks about her time working in the burlesque scene in Canada, her wrestling career, and how those intertwined with her filmmaking to present Luna’s story. Additionally, if you’re interested in Kate’s WrestleMania show – WrestleCore will be in Las Vegas! See the link HERE for more. DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann are springing forward to discuss the AEW title featured in a basketball conference win, an Off the Beaten Path review of Boy Meets World “for Love and Apartments,” and questions answered to the following: Talent that was recently released likely to go to WWE from AEW TNA television deal upgrade in USA Should ROH have been bought by WWE instead Whether WWE is “not wrestling anymore” per Michael Cole after Elimination Chamber Should Tony Khan have relinquished control to Shane McMahon and given as stake as allegedly requested Relationship between Rock and Triple H Okada as Baba Yaga Wrestlers on the “Rashford path” DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio return for a “super” mailbag where they discuss: Top ten opening themes for shows What sports teams, historical or otherwise, the WWE or AEW resemble Age profiles of both promotions and what it bodes in the future AEW as an analogue to ‘99 WCW? International compliments for Pentagon Jr. Should WWE scrap opening promos? Thoughts on what Evolve should (and shouldn’t) be Joe Tess as this generation’s J.R. Bray Wyatt in AEW theories DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann return to discuss: Off the Beaten Path featuring Gary Coleman and Mr. T WrestleMania VII show re-mix Data-driven vs. data-justified decisions in wrestling Women’s IC and US title thoughts New Day turn segment thoughts Could SNME become a weekly show late in the NBC/Universal contract? Star potential of Je’Von Evans and Kyle Fletcher Tony Khan booking questions DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio are back for the Everything Mailbag. In this month’s haul, they discuss: Less is more in wrestling – cursing, Kevin Owens’ piledriver and where on the card to have it What the first segment should be on Netflix’s Raw Pricing out fans for events and where AEW can overtake WWE Nostalgia of ECW in 2024 Balancing age profiles of main eventers in wrestling Folks like “Co-Kane” on the indies and can those roles help towards a national product? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann discuss the following topics: Latest NFL game musings, including the Vikings-Lions NFC face-off Hot takes on the booking prowess of C.M. Punk vs. Cody Rhodes More on Paul Levesque’s booking and bias Hulk Hogan, Undertaker, and their standoff with Batista Saturday Night’s Main Event booking ideas Off the Beaten Path review of Kylin’s Boy Meets World episode – “Sixteen Candles and Four-Hundred-Pound Men” DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann discuss the following topics: What they’re looking forward to with regard to Raw’s presentation on Netflix Wrestlers with the biggest acting upside Upside comparison between Bronson Reed and Bron Breakker Rock’s final four matches speculation Off the Beaten Path Futurama Episode, “Raging Bender” AEW critique and why folks may believe media to be biased DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann discuss the following topics: Latest NFL game musings Josh’s thoughts on Wade’s appearance with Conrad Thompson and Eric Bischoff Off the Beaten Path Review of Kylin’s Boy Meets World Episode Wrestlers who would be great commentators Celebrities that listen and how crazy that is Miro or Keith Lee returning to WWE Lessons learned from WWE Vince doc Mick Foley’s McMahon commentary and RAINN Trick Williams and Melo better together? Rikishi as patriarch of a wrestling dynasty College Football Playoff Hot Takes DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann talk about the following fun topics: Selling listeners on a new promotion to watch Best “win title or retire” matches Shows that had a better episode that should have served as a finale vs the actual finale Bo Dallas’ impersonation of Bray on Monday Two hour raw and thoughts on that Continued follow up on Rich’s thoughts on AEW/WWE talent exchanges Bret Hart and his continued anger – is it justified? Thoughts on McMahon documentary Will WWE survive with a move to a limited house show schedule? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio are back this week and chatting up on: Vince McMahon’s potential watching of WWE product Ronda Rousey’s second run and why it went wrong Contracts and fan reactions AEW vs. WWE Mauro Ranallo return possibilities Paul Heyman ECW booking and where it went right/wrong Off the Beaten Path “Silver Spoons” featuring Mr. T DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, after a quick chat about the Olympics, WWE, and AEW, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio talk about: “Suddenly Susan” Off the Beaten Path Last week’s hot takes revisited Whether Hulk Hogan will receive more screen time due to his Gawker movie in 2025 Joe Tessitore’s chances as announcer Zaslav’s job and AEW Lucha Bros chances of success in WWE Will NXT leave PC permanently in the CW era DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week on the Everything Mailbag, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio tackle the following: Finale of the wrestlers in movies assignment Thoughts on Cornette and Russo surviving a Stephanie Led WWE Regal as an on-air talent again What would a world without Nick Khan in WWE look like NXT returning to Levesque’s roots/Levesque’s possible return of WCW Mark Henry as a talent scout Montez Ford or Angelo as the singles guy in Street Profits Josh’s thoughts on the AEW television rights and the CBS-SEC situation DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann kick off the Mailbag with the announcement of Joe Tessitore finale of the Bryan Alston mega email, then jump into: Off the Beaten Path film edition, where Josh and Rich insert wrestlers into key Hollywood movie roles Wrestlers that had a Bo Jackson or Derrick Rose impact/experience Dijak and his role in WWE, and opportunities elsewhere Dustin’s hot takes on who won the Monday Night War “What if” scenario on Vince Russo being fired Was Ron Simmons a good choice at the time of his title win? Bruce Pritchard’s continued presence in WWE WWE Network on Netflix DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week’s Everything Mailbag kicks off with some “Small Wonder” chat off the beaten path, then focuses on: Authority figures being arbitrary with rules and regulations and their hypocrisy with regard to fines and punishment Casting wrestlers into iconic movies, part I Hot takes on Ethan Page, Daniel Garcia, and “3rd Rock from the Sun”??? Wrestling origins and PWTorch origins in the “key of Terry” Raw/Netflix moves and how that’ll affect their viewing The legacy of Teddy Long WWE’s global localization plan and how Netflix affects it C.M. Punk, booker? Comparing AEW’s women’s division to WWE and Stardom using University of Colorado Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark as Magic and Bird? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week on a special Father’s Day edition of the Everything Mailbag, Josh and Rich cover the following topics: WWE and NOAH relationships Is Vince McMahon’s pariah status permanent Off the Beaten Path of an all Hollywood Wrestling promotion draft for Rich and Josh Pushback on Saudi comments in last ep Triple H and C.M. Punk getting along What it takes to get fans to attend shows Would Pittsburgh support an NBA team Logan Paul and Donald Trump And more! DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This episode of the Everything Mailbag kicks off with Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio discussing the “Surely You Joust” Season 4, Episode 1 of Family Matters as their Off the Beaten Path, and then jump into questions from listeners that cover: What it would take for Nick Khan to pull WWE out of Saudi Arabia? Should Jericho remain in AEW, or start a retirement tour in WWE? Will TNT and TBS now become the wrestling networks in the same way that CBS was maligned from October 1960 to March of 1971 when CBS was known for airing rural sitcoms What Josh and Rich are looking forward to watching when WWE moves to Netflix And a phenomenal game of “Stump Josh Jeopardy” Best wrestling retirements (real or fake) DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: They’re back! Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio return after a Mother’s Day hiatus to chat about: Updates on the last few weeks A wrestling “home and away” fantasy tag tournament; Dusty’s overall legacy pre-and-post NXT vs. prior to it; Comcast rights fees going up and whether it’s a determinant of WWE’s departure What it would take for WWE to depart KSA deal Teddy Long’s legacy in wrestling Hockey and AEW ratings The Triple H/Shawn Michaels booking comparison we never saw coming HOF order of interest between wrestling, and the major four North American sports DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio open with puppy travel madness, hot weather, a few kind words on Craig, and listener email roundup featuring: A video game draft, regardless of system Thoughts on the NFL Draft from the weekend Who returns from AEW to WWE first, and Josh’s thoughts on Mercedes’ run so far Known booking flaws of Paul Levesque New Japan’s current booking struggles and how they can return to glory Stephanie McMahon, co-CEO again? Jesse Ventura chances in modern WWE Freddie Prinze, Jr’s wrestling promotion and its chances in the current scene Hot Takes speed round featuring MLW, NWA, television shows and more DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week on the Everything Mailbag, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio cover the following topics: Podcasting history of the pair (continued from last episode) Off the Beaten Path Family Matters Episode Ricky Stanicky review by Josh and his thoughts on Hulk Hogan, The Rock, and John Cena as actors Cody Rhodes’ potential options for a longer-term feud Rossy Ogawa’s new promotion and its potential tie to WWE/NXT Japan Netflix’s attempt to organize WWE events Paul Heyman’s WWE HOF speech and potential to book in company longer term Odds of Stephanie returning to a WWE role Future of a Brand Split Josh’s son’s thoughts on Mania, and Josh’s thoughts on this week’s AEW happenings DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio open with the Mania Week craziness, Mercedes’ booking leading into this week, Josh’s thoughts on WWE Speed on Twitter, and listener email roundup featuring: Nick Khan’s potential to be let go given his alleged involvement in the Grant case Kevin Kelly’s potential to be signed to WWE GCW on Peacock Martha Hart allowing Owen into WWE HOF Motor City Machine Guns and their best landing spot Ranking Mania Celebs during 80s Ronda Rousey’s treatment in her second stint in WWE Hardy’s potential return to WWE Inspirations to podcast, and podcasts outside of wrestling they listen to DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: In this episode of the Everything Mailbag with Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio, they discuss the following topics: Tony Khan, “wrestling pokemon collector”, and assisting Khan with showcase storylines that maintain and develop talent to remain top stars Could AEW adopt the Jarrett/Lawler booking alternation method? Off the Beaten Path: ‘Mama Mania’ episode of Mama’s family Josh’s thoughts on SmackDown, “the slap” and how close it came to not making it on tv Will the removal of Scotty D’amore be the end of TNA? Legacy of Paul Heyman with HOF induction John Cena’s friendship with Vince McMahon and whether that affects Cena’s legacy going forward Is Orange Cassidy a bigger success for AEW than the EVPs or the Pillars? What does Pat McAfee bring to the ESPN brand and is he oversaturated? DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, a pre-Super Bowl Everything Mailbag with Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio covers the following after a little football chat: An off the beaten path from John in Australia featuring Andre the Giant WWE Network on Netflix potentially and new PLEs? Paul Levesque’s relationship with Japan and/or WWE Legends Who will finally pin Gunther NJPW wrestlers to scout if you’re WWE Would Vince McMahon try to take WWE private with his stock NXT going to bigger venues/stadiums? Scotty D’amore to WWE? Worst Super Bowl halftime show Ideal WWE Hall of Fame for 2024 Andre Off the Beaten Path: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kO_1uMwapck&ab_channel=owens550 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DiOcG_031j0&ab_channel=StayTuned%21 DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann break down the last six in both Royal Rumble matches, with Josh’s son Legion also giving his thoughts, and then they answer listener emails on the following: Local reaction to the Grayson Waller morning show appearance Learning the Ropes sitcom thoughts (LINK) WWE chances of getting Kazuchika Okada WWE/NXT Japan and Europe heads Dwayne Johnson as Executive Chair of TKO possibility WWE Network on Netflix? Sasha Banks potential in WWE Bruce Pritchard and future in WWE post-Ronda tweet Favorite Wrestling Couples DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week’s edition of the Everything Mailbag with Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio covers two delightful “Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous” episodes featuring Macho Man Randy Savage and Sherri and, in the second, Million Dollar Man Ted DiBiase (Thanks to Senior VIP Member Brian Alston for the tip!). They then cover the following email questions: Paul Levesque and Stardom Lee Fitting and his removal (or lack thereof) from production Nick Khan departure in 2025? Thoughts on WWE on Amazon WWE NXT Japan or Europe first? Off the Beaten Path – Lifestyles of the Rich and Famous: DiBiase & Virgil (start at 1:50): LINK Savage & Sherri: LINK DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann tackle the following subjects in a pre-New Year’s edition of the mailbag: MLW lawsuit and what the “why” was for settlement Paul Levesque’s booking 3 months in The departure of Kevin Dunn from WWE Conor McGregor’s UFC return in June 2024 during international fight week and chances in WWE Tony Khan’s reactions to questions regarding workplace safety in AEW Paramount Plus/WBD merger and AEW Thoughts on Road Warriors turning on Sting Twin Towers (w/Slick) meet Arsenio Hall – LINK DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio assemble to chat a little football, the TV show “Tagteam” (our off-the-beaten-path of the show – a failed pilot starring Jesse Ventura and Roddy Piper), and questions were answered from listeners featuring: Who the next champion/top guy will be either from NXT or on current WWE roster? Chances of a WWE/UFC joint streaming network Would either Kevin Sullivan work in WWE? Was Chris Jericho right or wrong with his assessment of AEW exceeding expectations? What is Charlotte’s legacy as a women’s wrestler, and amongst the Horsewomen? “Tagteam” (1991) – LINK DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week’s Everything Mailbag is a journey. Josh Mustacchio and Rich Fann start with the recent CFB playoff, then jump into the questions du jour: What, if anything, could force Ari Emmanuel from selling TKO’s stake in WWE? Which wrestlers could be targets for a WWE raid from AEW? Randy Orton’s basis with fans/media relative to his career? Thoughts on the Hangman/Swerve follow-up and opportunities to work on it WWE and AEW’s TV deals relative to Nascar’s 115 million/year, 7-year deal Would Stephanie return to buy WWE? And more! Triple H is annoyed by Jordan on Bernie Mack – LINK DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week on the Everything Mailbag, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio discuss the following: Current state of the college playoff Ultimate Warrior’s match against Phil Collins (?!) and how that came to be – Village Voice article link International development in NXT and thoughts on next steps there Lengths of wrestling PLE’s/PPVs and return on investment of less time per show Giulia and any indications her potential signing to WWE illustrating Levesque’s plan for company Vince McMahon’s stock sell and how that fits with a retirement narrative Triple H interest in Okada legit? NWA’s very bad decision making Legion’s enjoyment of NBA in-season tournaments DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio discuss the Joel Embiid NBA fine for imitating DX, Crown Jewel, Josh’s thoughts on the Michigan sign-stealing in College Football, Undertaker and Vince at the Fury fight, Mace Windu, and listener emails that cover: Barry Bloom working with Will Ospreay and how that potentially helps with WWE (or others) signing Ospreay in 2024 Ric Flair signing in AEW and “never say never” John Cena’s anticipated returns to television post-Crown Jewel International PLEs and if Josh and/or Rich would watch international versions of NXT Wrestling theme song shakeups Meeting fans and listeners in person DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio are back for the Everything Mailbag. This week, they chat about: Thoughts on Endeavor giving full creative control to Paul Levesque and how that plays out going into WrestleMania Logan Paul with a WWE title, and what that could mean with Paul’s fanbase Jeremy Borash in line for more power? The “impact” of TNA branding in 2024 Ricky Starks and Big Bill as Diesel & Shawn? Jordan Oliver’s chances in AEW or WWE? Is the Cage/Darby & Sting feud up there with the Bloodline in WWE? Amateur fandom in United States vs professionals DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio return for the Everything Mailbag. This week’s topics include: Jade Cargill’s ceiling and Bianca’s role as face of the WWE women’s division for TKO Favorite wrestling books of Josh and Rich Would Hulk Hogan and/or Kevin Nash consider roles with WWE either in back or on TV with their new deals? What is the future of FTR? Which of CM Punk or Adam Cole have been the biggest “bust” in terms of availability, backstage stuff notwithstanding? John Cena’s GOAT status and how much a 17th title would mean either way “Dream” NXT/Raw/Smackdown matches for Cena Does AEW have more of a WWE feel with storylines as of late? Blink 182 Song referenced in the show can be found HERE. DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio return for the Everything Mailbag. This week’s topics include: Vince McMahon’s legacy Endeavor’s potential plans for streaming Stephanie’s potential to return to WWE WWE’s role in TKO A follow up on last chat’s question about the Mustacchio Boys’ announcer preferences WWE Indy recruiting policy WWE stock with regard to the new SmackDown! deal AEW options if Warner moved to basketball/hockey DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING

SPOTLIGHTED PODCAST ALERT (YOUR ARTICLE BEGINS A FEW INCHES DOWN)... SHOW SUMMARY: This week, VIP listeners wanted to know about ESPN/Disney and WWE, WWE hiring non-fans/experts changing any time soon and will the merger change the hierarchy of hiring/firings, thoughts on IWCCW, XWF, and American Wrestling Federation. Additionally, Rich Fann and Josh Mustacchio tackle Mercedes Monet returning, C.M. Punk as Nolan Ryan vs. Ventura in the greatest baseball reference on a wrestling show ever, Josh’s thoughts on Brawl Out, Josh comparing AEW/NWA missed shots during shows to similar gaffes in college football, favorite announcers and color commentators, and more. See the C.M. Punk/Triple H promo mentioned in show HERE. DIRECT LINK:  VIP AUDIO LINK NOT VIP? NO PROBLEM… CLICK HERE FOR VIP SIGN UP INFO freestar.config.enabled_slots.push({ placementName: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3", slotId: "pwtorchcom_medrec_3" }); THANK YOU FOR VISITING