No Gimmicks Podcast

Tensions are rising, statements are being made and everyone is getting closer & closer to their EDGE.....speaking of which....we heard the MPX Addicts loud and clear last week during Mayhem at Mid Cities....buckle up, we're in for a treat.

In an emergency podcast, Blak and Frank Dee talk about the latest round of WWE releases and why losing the New Day is a bigger deal than WWE thinks. 

This week Blak and JJ interview TWO guests with huge matches coming up. First, LVJ previews what he say will be a defining moment in his career when he takes on Exodus Prime to determine who will represent DFW in the New Texas Pro Texas 8 tournament. Then, we have aura unlimited with Tommy as he takes on a returning Izzy James! 

Blak and Frank Dee talk the Warner Bros. Discovery/Paramount/Netflix deal and the ramifications of it. 

Blak and Frank Dee explore the financial implications of a major wrestling event like Royal Rumble. The hosts discuss the real cost of the relationship between the event and its host nation, alongside audience attendance and the resulting impact. A new game is also previewed, sparking debate about its content.

Previewing their Jan. 15th event, "Uprising", Blak sits with Dragonslayer Pro Wrestling founder Don Richmond to talk about the promotion's beginnings and their first year success. 

The World Breaker Brick Savage stops by to speak on those breaking the one cardinal rule they have set, how their style has evolved and how it keeps the people standing across the ring from them guessing. 

Blak and Dee Vader end out a very momentous 2025 for No Gimmicks! On tap, they talk about John Cena's last match (03:40), the uptick of black singles stars in WWE (15:30) TNA's new TV deal with AMC (23:31) and finally, they review the year in wrestling. One last time for 2025, tap in!!

We talk to former MPX Champion JD Griffey fresh off the heels of Cold Day in Hell to discuss his path forward into 2026!

Fresh off a loaded, action filled Cold Day in Hell we speak with Tatum Manning!

The heart and soul of Set Six put his MPX Addicts Title on the line! But first, he had a conversation with us! Tap in!!

We have LVJ in studio previewing Cold Day in Hell tomorrow night AND his alliance with JD Griffey...

The Dread Pirate herself is in studio to talk QWI 200, her dominant year and her upcoming match at MPX Cold Day in Hell against Abadon!

We are joined by one of the brightest up and coming stars of the independent wrestling scene in Demo Diamond. Tonight we talk about his current body transformation, the story behind one of his most lethal moves, his upcoming match at MPX: Cold Day in Hell and he will make a special announcement! THEN we will have a special announcement on the location of the Texas Rumble!!

Delynn Cavens is a name that you hear and immediately get excited for. Today, he talks about his return to Metroplex Wrestling and why it is his mission to gain the MPX Championship!#mpxwrestling #delynncavens #cavens #prowrestling #professionalwrestling

Tommy Prince has undergone a drastic change. No Gimmicks was one of his first stops to discuss the reasons behind his new direction and why this chapter is all about him! #tommay #cologne #supernova

Blak Makk was joined by USDN's Chairman Jeffy Jeff, Mac aka Ya Boy from Eat the Cake... Anime and CJ from Nightmares & Nerdscapes to talk the current state of pro wrestling! 

Blak Makk and Dee Vader are covering the following this episode: 1. We got our 1st press pass!! How was AEW!?2. The new versions of the non-compete clause3. What's going on at Lucasfilm? Is it being sabotaged? 4. What's going on with Jey Uso? Are the fans turning on him?Tap In and let us hear your thoughts on these topics!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#starwars #aew #aewdynamite #wwe #jeyuso #andrade

We don't even get into the pleasantries this episode. We are basically airing out our grievances on all things WWE and what we have been noticing. Tap In and let us hear your thoughts on these topics!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

The fellas react to Wrestlepalooza and All Out being on the same day (3:55). They also touch on WrestlmeMania 43 being located in Saudi Arabia (19:23), What AEW can do to counter it (42:24) and what to expect from All Out 2025 (51:00).Tap In and let us hear your thoughts on these topics!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

We have a bunch to talk about! 1. Who was to blame to the Raj Jackson situation 2. Clash in Paris 3. We Have discovered FIRE!! Really its VPN. 4. What's with The New Day!?Tap In and let us hear your thoughts on these topics!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

The guys are joined by Pop Break frontrunner Bill Bodkin to discuss a myriad of topics! You can find Bill and other amazing folks that do amazing content over at thepopbreak.com!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Blak and Dee cover the latest in wrestling!

Not the way we wanted to celebrate 100 episodes. But, this episode covers the impact of Hulk Hogan. One of the greatest wrestlers to ever lace them up.

The guys recap the events of Night of Champions and discuss whether or not the WWE is moving away from the way they traditionally have done things. They then talk about AEW All In and some of the things being built towards the event!

The guys talk the positive momentum of AEW, the lose of the World Heavyweight Championship by Jey Uso, his father's reaction to it and the return of R-Truth! You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy! This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#aew #aewdynamite #cmpunk #hulkhogan #royalrumble#AEW #WWE #NXT #RickySaints #WhatIf #ProWrestling

In this episode, the fellas are joined by he NerdKing himself, Danny from Cutting Edge Hero, and we are talking counter programming. Is it good for the industry? We look at the history of this in the industry and analyze! 

This is a pseudo emergency podcast to discuss the change of venue for WrestleMania 42. Is this what fans deserve? Also, we predict AEW Double or Nothing!

Blak and Frank Dee talk the heel turn of John Cena. Is it working?

The guys had a special morning podcast to talk about the following: 1. The Star Wars Fans' Holiday (2:00)2. The Possible Turning of the Tide with Disney+ (16:07)3. The WWE Releases (31:48)4.The Je'Von Evans/Ricochet Back & Forth (43:34)5. Hulk Hogan's "Benjamin Shelton" comments (57:57)You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.com

We have a special guest! SmokePit and Eat the Cake... Anime host MAC aka Ya Boy is here to help us discuss the following: 1. How is WWE Unreal any different from AEW Access? (04:05)2. Mania and Raw fallout (28:15)3. The Rock’s comments on the Pat McAfee show (39:34)You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.com

Blak Makk is joined by "The Choice" Matt Andrews as they break down the upcoming Metroplex Wrestling event "Mayhem in the Mid Cities". 

No Gimmicks is TEN episodes away from their landmark episode! This episode covers:John Boyega and his frustration with Star Wars (2:52)John Cena's last appearance before WrestleMania 41 (17:20)You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy! This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#starwars #johnboyega #johncena

Blak Makk and Frank Dee hit on a couple of topics this week to include1. When did the business start it's decline? (1:45)2. The John Cena promo. Does it get you excited for Mania? (19:20)3. Has Jey Uso's quest for the World Heavyweight Title Peaked? (34:04)You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy! This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#wrestlingfans316 #johncena #jeyuso #wrestlemania #codyrhodes

Blak and Frank talk about the heel turn of John Cena (6:41) and how this compares to Hulk Hogan's heel turn in 1996. Then, they get into two lists that were created. The first is the WWE-made Best Heel Turns Ever (33:12), but let's be honest... you know why we're discussing it. The second is a BET-made list of the 15 Best Black Wrestlers Ever (51:20). Both lists needed adjustments. Hear our thoughts and leave your own! You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy! This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Bill Bodkin of ​⁠The Pop Break joins the fellas for a loaded show! Topics include:1. Kathleen Kennedy is leaving Lucasfilm. Has the damage been done to the Star Wars franchise? (3:50)2. Building to Mania’… Are we going to see Cody Rhodes sell his soul? If not him, who will? (27:58)3. Shane McMahon could have run AEW? Addressing the rumors. (55:49)4. Biggest wrestling What-Ifs? (1:12:30)You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy! This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#aew #aewdynamite #cmpunk #hulkhogan #royalrumble#AEW #WWE #NXT #RickySaints #WhatIf #ProWrestling

The guys cover a multitude of topics including:1. Luke Skywalker's addition at Disneyland. Is that the right move? (3:15)2. Is TNA restructuring to align with WWE? (16:03)3. Is Tony Khan changing his tune on releasing wrestlers? (23:36)4. Hulk Hogan saying that his boos resulted from a heel turn? (36:58)5. Does WrestleMania season feel off to you? (48:03)You know what to do... hit that play button, and enjoy! This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#aew #aewdynamite #cmpunk #hulkhogan #royalrumble#AEW #WWE #NXT #RickyStarks

Blak and Frank Dee talk about  how the Surprise win of Jey Uso (2:01) left a lot of room for imagination so they guys try to piece together what they think will happen at Mania! Then the latest Netflix numbers for WWE Raw seem to indicate the fanbase is shrinking (41:01)This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Did AEW Dynamite reset their stories? Feels like it!  The guys open with the discussion on AEW Dynamite (3:01). Are Britt Baker and Ricky Starks done in AEW? (19:22)Then we get into the Netflix numbers for WWE. (31:50)Who has the best chance to win the Rumble this week?! (44:41) Is CM Punk burying Hulk Hogan? (48:15)This and more! Tap In with us!!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#aew #aewdynamite #cmpunk #hulkhogan #royalrumble

We got Frank Dee off hiatus!! This show we talk the following:1. Studying free agent moves across the industry after Penta’s debut. (2:35)2. Where is the grass the greenest? (12:08)3. Who's winning the Royal Rumble and why? (16:52)4.The resurgence of TNA (looking ahead to Genesis). (51:38)This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

New Year... No Gimmicks. Let's discuss the Netflix debut of Monday Night Raw. Did it live up to the hype? What does the numbers say about wrestling's fanbase globally? Let's break this down. But first, we gotta address the elephant in the room...This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group:   / thenogimmickspodcastfangroup Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:  / datfeelinpodcast Support the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spr...Sponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#survivorseries #therock #graphicnovel #skeletoncrew #tribalchief #thebloodline

Blak Makk sits with MPX's "The Choice" Matt Andrews to talk all things Metroplex Wrestling! 

Frank & Blak talk the Hurt Syndicate, Skeleton Crew premiere and The Bloodline!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group:   / thenogimmickspodcastfangroup  Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:  / datfeelinpodcast  Support the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spr...Sponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)#survivorseries #therock #graphicnovel #skeletoncrew #tribalchief #thebloodline

The Bobman himself stops by! Jeff from USDN and Rob the BCP+ stop by to give their picks for the Crown Jewel event. But before that, we talk a little bit about WWEID, as new initiative by WWE aimed at the independent wrestling scene!The guys follow up last episode's conversation with a heavy topic: Who would win between Anakin Skywalker, who reached full potential and Yoda, who embraced the dark side!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

The guys follow up last episode's conversation with a heavy topic: Who would win between Anakin Skywalker, who reached full potential and Yoda, who embraced the dark side!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Blak Makk and Frank Dee have a special guest! Totowa Tom stops by to talk some Star Wars with the fellas and go over three great topics:What if Qui-Gon survived and Obi-Wan was the one who lost his life? (19:25)Is the theory of Jar Jar Binks being a Sith accurate? (53:33)Is it possible that there was a Sith Temple on Tatooine? (104:24)This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

The Fanatics came and went. WWE was a hot ticket. Is it bad for WWE to hold an event in Orlando? Then, AEW bringing their signature event to Arlington in 2025. Tony Khan was seen wearing a Max hat... but that's not the only tell that a deal is in place! Tune in as we go over the latest!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Blak Makk and Frank Dee cover D23, the latest on the AEW/WBD deal, and who is the biggest star in the WWE!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Blak Makk and Frank Dee return in a big way, after what many are calling the greatest SummerSlam of all time! We recap everything that made it great and focus on the follow up that was Monday Night Raw!This episode is also available at https://thedfpn.comTo participate in all of our chats, join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenogimmickspodcastfangroup/Catch everything the DFPN has to offer over on their Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/datfeelinpodcastSupport the Brand:Bandcamp: www.datfeelin.bandcamp.comMerch: https://datfeelin-podcast.creator-spring.comSponsored merch retailer: Con's Custom Creations (IG: @cons_customcreations)

Blak sits with brand new MPX Champion Demo Diamond to talk his big win and his path for the future!