Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

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WWE Royal Rumble 2025 ultimate preview, card, matches, predictions, entrants, surprises Jan 28, 2025

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WWE Royal Rumble 2025 kicks off the Road to WrestleMania 41 with two eponymous matches and a star-studded card. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini present Getting Over's signature WWE Royal Rumble ultimate preview [1:39:00] breaking down all four matches with predictions. Will Cody Rhodes beat Kevin Owens and walk out as WWE champion? Is CM Punk an obvious winner? Might Roman Reigns or John Cena surprise? Will Becky Lynch and Alexa Bliss join Charlotte Flair in returning to WWE? What matches will be made for WrestleMania 41 [2:29:45] in a few months? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with a second look at WWE Saturday Night's Main Event [5:00] and a deluge of news [15:30] before The Main Event [33:40] covers go-home Royal Rumble build, including Drew McIntyre confronting Paul Heyman. The guys then cover The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [48:15], including the transfer window, JD McDonagh's scary moment and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

WWE Saturday Night's Main Event results, instant analysis, grades, review, winners Jan 26, 2025

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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event delivered nostalgia and entertainment on a show that popped fans but was otherwise not that newsworthy. Shortly after it ended, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini jumped on the mic to review WWE Saturday Night's Main Event results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" discuss GUNTHER retaining over Jey Uso and Rhea Ripley taking down Nia Jax in predictable but exciting matches, Jacob Fatu captivating fans despite not beating Braun Strowman, Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens getting heated with Shawn Michaels, and Sheamus failing to take down Bron Breakker. Plus, an evaluation through two Saturday Night's Main Events and what to expect on the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble go-home shows? Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

NXT: Bayley raises rent, Corey Graves returns | AEW: Kenny Omega, Will Ospreay team up Jan 24, 2025

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NXT Vengeance Day 2025 and AEW Grand Slam: Australia are both coming up with the brands quickly developing storylines to deliver impactful shows. Host Adam Silverstein opens by diving into NXT [5:40] where Bayley has raised the rent alongside Giulia, Roxanne Perez and Cora Jade; Oba Femi successfully defended his title with Trick Williams hanging around; Stephanie Vaquer shined on the mic and Corey Graves returned to the booth. "The Silver King" then breaks down AEW [28:30], including Kenny Omega and Will Ospreay teaming up in a hot segment, Jon Moxley's Death Riders continuing to leave fans frustrated, Hangman Page retiring Christopher Daniels and Jeff Jarrett and MJF taking up too much time. Plus, a look at the latest ratings for both shows [1:02:25] and what's planned for a loaded episode next week. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

WWE: CM Punk intensifies, Kevin Owens manipulates, Saturday Night's Main Event preview Jan 21, 2025

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WWE Saturday Night's Main Event presents its second installment one week before WWE Royal Rumble 2025. Host Adam Silverstein opens with the latest WWE news [3:30] before attacking The Main Event [10:00] where Cody Rhodes, Kevin Owens, Sami Zayn, Rey Mysterio, Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre all connected in an intricate storyline spanning Raw and SmackDown. "The Silver King" then breaks down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [23:10], including CM Punk intensifying, Bayley working her ass off, Jimmy Uso outshining Jey Uso and Penta again impressing. The Saturday Night's Main Event ultimate preview [52:00] tackles a contract signing with Shawn Michaels, title defenses by GUNTHER and Rhea Ripley and Braun Strowman slapping meat with Jacob Fatu before The Last Word [1:03:00] looks at the right age for NXT to WWE main roster call ups. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOVerCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

WWE, TNA announce deal | Bayley surprises on NXT | Kenny Omega, Samoa Joe return to AEW Jan 17, 2025

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WWE and TNA Wrestling announced a significant partnership involving NXT as AEW returned and debuted important names to start 2025. Host Adam Silverstein is joined by co-host Chris Vannini to discuss the WWE-TNA deal [4:00] before "The Silver King" breaks down another story-packed NXT [25:15] featuring Bayley confronting Roxanne Perez and DIY eyeing Nathan Frazer & Axiom. Oba Femi began his reign as Ethan Page's ego overflowed and the women's division again took center stage. Adam next covers two weeks of AEW [44:25] featuring the returns of Kenny Omega and Samoa Joe, Jon Moxley fighting Powerhouse Hobbs while feuding with Adam Copeland and FTR, MJF taking a misogynistic turn with Jeff Jarrett, Malakai Black moving on and Toni Storm becoming No. 1 contender for Mariah May. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

WWE: Penta stars in debut, 2025 Royal Rumble card loads up, Raw improves on Netflix Jan 14, 2025

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WWE rebounded from a rough Monday Night Raw on Netflix debut with a terrific show building the 2025 Royal Rumble and next Saturday Night's Main Event. Host Adam Silverstein opens with WWE news [10:35] focused on tweets from Triple H and Corey Graves before diving into The Main Event [22:40] where Paul Heyman set Roman Reigns' agenda and Cody Rhodes vs. Kevin Owens stayed hot despite being forcefully integrated with The Bloodline. "The Silver King" then attacks The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [34:20] including CM Punk, Seth Rollins and Drew McIntyre declaring for the Royal Rumble; Penta starring in his debut against Chad Gable; Lyra Valkyria becoming the first Women's Intercontinental Champion; Rhea Ripley and Tiffany Stratton getting nothing as champion; Damian Priest vs. Finn Balor ending with a whimper; Jey Uso challenging GUNTHER and much more. Plus, The Last Word [1:13:20] on Kendrick Lamar and the NFL. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

2024 Getting Over Awards: The Meatys honor wrestling's best from WWE, AEW, beyond Jan 09, 2025

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The 2024 Getting Over Awards stand as professional wrestling's meatiest awards show. Host Adam Silverstein, co-host Chris Vannini and our listeners, the Getting Over-heads, honor the best of the best (and worst of the worst) with The Meatys awarded to the top wrestlers, matches, storylines, feuds, moments and events that dominated the squared circle in 2024. End the year the right way as "The Silver King" and "Vintage" cover highlights from WWE, AEW and beyond across the last 12 months. The guys discuss Cody Rhodes finishing his story by overcoming Roman Reigns and "The Final Boss," The Rock, at WWE WrestleMania 40, CM Punk coming back to WWE after a decade for an all-time feud with Drew McIntyre, Will Ospreay putting together a historic year between the ropes, Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley feuding over mutual revenge, Jey Uso breaking through, Sting retiring and much more. The fifth annual Getting Over Awards are a can't-miss show as The Meatys wrap up 2024 with a bang. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

WWE NXT New Years Evil 2025 results, grades: The Rock speaks as Giulia, Oba Femi take over Jan 08, 2025

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WWE's busy week continued with NXT New Year's Evil 2025, a show that overdelivered to expectations with two major title changes and The Rock as a special guest. Host Adam Silverstein opens with a second look at the debut of Monday Night Raw on Netflix before diving into NXT New Year's Evil results with analysis and grades. "The Silver King" breaks down Giulia ending Roxanne Perez's nearly year-long reign as women's champion, Oba Femi overcoming Trick Williams in a triple threat for the NXT title, Ethan Page getting rub from The Rock, Stephanie Vaquer becoming No. 1 contender as women dominated the show's first hour and Lexis King again winning the Heritage Cup from Charlie Dempsey in controversial fashion. Plus, the latest on NXT Vengeance Day 2025, NXT Evolve, Corey Graves' future and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

WWE Raw on Netflix results, instant analysis, review: The Rock, John Cena featured in debut Jan 07, 2025

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The much-anticipated debut of WWE Raw on Netflix received mixed reviews as The Rock, John Cena and Hulk Hogan were prominently featured along with major matches like CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini cover at significant WWE news [4:40] before providing an overview of changes made to Monday Night Raw on Netflix [14:44]. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then break down the debut [32:40], including The Rock's corporate promo and make-good moment with Cody Rhodes, Reigns regaining the Ula Fala, Kevin Owens surprising, Punk-Rollins leaving meat on the bone, Rhea Ripley beating Liv Morgan to regain the WWE Women's World Championship, Cena beginning his farewell tour, Jey Uso sneaking past Drew McIntyre, Travis Scott lighting up, Logan Paul appearing and Pentagon's debut getting teased. Plus: The Undertaker, Pat McAfee, Michael Cole and more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

WWE: Major title change on SmackDown, Raw on Netflix preview, 2026 Royal Rumble news Jan 04, 2025

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WWE SmackDown made a newsworthy three-hour debut as WWE prepared for its Raw on Netflix premiere. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini discuss notable developments [4:50], including the 2026 WWE Royal Rumble being held in Saudi Arabia, before moving into The Main Event [18:35] where they cover Drew McIntyre aiding Kevin Owens in a Cody Rhodes attack and Solo Sikoa leading his Bloodline over The Usos & Sami Zayn. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [33:05] as Tiffany Stratton cashed in Money in the Bank on a double swerve, Nia Jax vs. Naomi impressed and LA Knight targeted Shinsuke Nakamura. The guys wrap with a Raw on Netflix ultimate preview [55:00] featuring predictions for CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins, Roman Reigns vs. Solo Sikoa in Tribal Combat (plus Paul Heyman's potential role), John Cena beginning his farewell and Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

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