Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

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NXT, AEW: TakeOver builds, Dynamite rebounds, Beach Break preview Jan 28, 2021

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AEW bounced back with a strong episode of Dynamite in its go-home effort ahead of Beach Break, while NXT bounced around as it continues to build toward its next TakeOver. Host Adam Silverstein dives into the latest from both shows, starting with NXT's strange decision to have two contenders for each of its three main titles held by Finn Balor, Io Shirai and Johnny Gargano [3:45]. Plus, updates from the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classics and questions about the direction of Isiah "Swerve" Scott and Santos Escobar. "The Silver King" then moves to AEW [21:00], which put on the two best matches of the night with a six-man Bullet Club main event (featuring a surprise appearance by Jon Moxley) and Jungle Boy vs. Dax Harwood. The Cody Rhodes and Sting storylines were slightly improved albeit still convoluted, but Britt Baker finally got a chance to look strong ahead of a big bout. Plus, a preview of Beach Break next week. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE legend Shawn Michaels stops by to talk Royal Rumble, NXT Jan 27, 2021

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With one of WWE's biggest pay-per-views of the year approaching Sunday, two-time Royal Rumble winner and WWE Hall of Famer "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels joins host Adam Silverstein to discuss one of the most exciting dates on the WWE calendar. Michaels explains how the 1995 Royal Rumble lifted him into the main even picture, how competing in the event can be both difficult and special, and why WWE superstars hold it in such high esteem decades later. HBK also discusses his role on the NXT creative team, whether The Kliq's aggressiveness with Vince McMahon is a paradigm of success or a cautionary tale for wrestlers in 2021, and who he expects to have a breakout year on the black and yellow brand. Plus, "The Silver King" shares his thoughts about WWE's special Superstar Spectacle created for India. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE Royal Rumble 2021 ultimate preview, Peacock nabs network Jan 26, 2021

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With WWE's first major pay-per-view of 2021 ahead on Sunday, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini provide their signature ultimate preview of the Royal Rumble [49:00]. The guys dive deep into every match on the card, including the storylines leading into the bouts and whether any title changes should be expected before sharing their predictions for the signature Royal Rumble matches and how they believe WWE will begin the Road to WrestleMania 37. Will Roman Reigns and Drew McIntyre leave as champions? Did WWE make a mistake announcing Edge's return? Will Brock Lesnar or anyone else surprise? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" answer all those questions and more. The guys start with a look at the WWE Network moving to Peacock for five years and $1 billion as Adam explains why that's great news for all parties [7:05]. They also discuss everything from SmackDown and Raw [22:50], including Asuka vs. Alexa Bliss, the Hurt Business gauntlet and more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast and keep an eye out for our Royal Rumble instant analysis immediately after the PPV goes off the air!

NXT, AEW: Fight Pit rocks, Inner Circle fights, Dusty Rhodes Classics Jan 21, 2021

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The main events of NXT and AEW Dynamite stood out as the clear highlights for both shows as host Adam Silverstein looks at where the brands are heading with key events approaching. Starting with NXT [3:40], "The Silver King" lauds Timothy Thatcher and Tommaso Ciampa for another strong Fight Pit showing before discussing Pete Dunne's challenge for Finn Balor's NXT title and taking an extensive look at the men's and women's Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic. Adam also shouts out Kacy Catanzaro and Kayden Carter, again explaining why their future is bright. Next up, a look at the fun Inner Circle triple threat that main evented an otherwise mediocre-at-best episode of AEW Dynamite [26:48] that included strong development for The Elite storyline but otherwise strange bookings for Jon Moxley and Cody Rhodes along with the never-ending Sting storyline with Darby Allin. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE: Card Subject to Change, 'The Fiend' Alexa Bliss controversy Jan 19, 2021

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With two weeks left until the Royal Rumble, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini look at WWE's build to one of its biggest shows of the year and first pay-per-view of 2021. After opening the show by debating a football rule and discussing the new WrestleMania locations, "The Silver King" and "Vintage" begin The Main Event [19:14] with a look at WWE official Adam Pearce pulling a fast one on universal champion Roman Reigns, "Card Subject to Change" being used as a storyline, WWE choosing Kevin Owens over Shinsuke Nakamura for the match and what this all means for WrestleMania. The guys also discuss the controversy surrounding Alexa Bliss being possessed by "The Fiend" and beating Asuka in the main event of Raw [54:15] as well as everything else from SmackDown and Raw [1:10:40]. Other topics include two bangers in Daniel Bryan vs. Cesaro and AJ Styles vs. Ricochet; the debut of Ding Dong, Hello; booking the women's tag team titles and a strange edition of The Dirt Sheet. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NXT, AEW: Finn Balor's exciting challenger, Darby Allin gets spotlight Jan 14, 2021

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Strong offerings from NXT and AEW keep the brands rolling to start 2021. Host Adam Silverstein looks at a pair of successful shows starting with NXT before moving on to Night 2 of AEW Dynamite's New Year's Smash. "The Silver King" dives into NXT [3:34] with Pete Dunne and Kushida stepping up as respective new challengers for Finn Balor and Johnny Gargano, the start of the Dusty Rhodes Tag Team Classic, NXT's decision to run the women's tournament simultaneously and the debut of MSK. Adam then moves to AEW Dynamite [24:15] where Darby Allin and Brian Cage got the main event spotlight only for Sting to appear once again, the Inner Circle delivers intriguing New Year's resolutions, Kenny Omega appears to turn his back on the Young Bucks and Miro gets his best look yet since crossing over. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE: Gauntlet match greatness, McIntyre's Royal Rumble status Jan 12, 2021

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With less than three weeks until the Royal Rumble, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini examine WWE's build to its first and one of its biggest pay-per-views of the entire year. The guys open with The Main Event [6:54] where Drew McIntyre's COVID-19 absence, the idea behind the Goldberg match and hot-shot booking with Triple H and Randy Orton are the hottest topics for Raw. On the SmackDown side, another great WWE gauntlet match appears to have set in motion a face turn for Shinsuke Nakamura, a unique opportunity for Adam Pearce and an even stronger booking direction for Roman Reigns. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" also discuss their Royal Rumble expectations [50:33], the ultimate Big Meaty moment with Keith Lee, WWE completely forgetting about its women's champions [1:10:40], a title change and a disappointing Raw that featured three mind-boggling double-match segments. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NXT New Year's Evil, AEW New Year's Smash analysis Jan 07, 2021

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NXT and AEW started 2021 with a bang by providing two special episodes of their Wednesday night shows. Host Adam Silverstein explains why AEW offered the match of the night, but NXT delivered the better show top-to-bottom with both brands offering early match of the year contenders. "The Silver King" begins with NXT New Year's Evil [5:20], discussing the brutal rematch between Finn Balor and Kyle O'Reilly, a remarkable battle between Rhea Ripley and Raquel Gonzalez and another great showing from Damian Priest, who lifted Karrion Kross. Plus, why we may have seen the last of Ripley and Priest in NXT. Adam then moves to AEW Dynamite's New Year's Smash [30:20] where he raves over Kenny Omega's thrilling showdown with Rey Fenix, Jon Moxley's return, the reformation of the Bullet Club and Wardlow's potential before taking a critical look at the rest of the show. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NJPW WrestleKingdom 15 analysis: Dawn of a new Ace? Jan 06, 2021

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New Japan Pro-Wrestling kicked off 2021 with a bang as WrestleKingdom 15 delivered in a major way over two nights. Host Adam Silverstein breaks down the biggest matches on both shows, starting with the IWGP heavyweight and intercontinental championships being on the line between Tetsuya Naito, Kota Ibushi and Jay White. "The Silver King" believes NJPW's decision to go with Ibushi was the right one and explains why Ibushi -- not Kazuchika Okada -- may be the heir apparent as the company's Ace once Hiroshi Tanahashi retires. Still, Okada and Will Ospreay delivered the best match on both shows with Okada proving to be the best in-ring performer in the world, while White and Ospreay both upped their games on a big stage. Plus, Shingo Takagi and Jeff Cobb slap meat and Hiromu Takahashi makes his two-year battle worthwhile. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE: Ludicrous Goldberg return, Raw Legends Night, Royal Rumble builds Jan 05, 2021

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Happy New Year! Getting Over brings in 2021 with a look at WWE as it begins its route toward its first major pay-per-view of the year, the Royal Rumble. Host Adam Silverstein reacts vociferously to Raw Legends Night, which concluded with the return of Goldberg following a meaty main event between Drew McIntyre and Keith Lee [7:45]. Adam explains why he was so insulted by Goldberg's return storyline and all the ways it went wrong, while co-host Chris Vannini tries to find any positives. The guys then discuss the rest of Raw Legends night and the upcoming build for the Royal Rumble. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" look at an expected Roman Reigns vs. Kevin Owens rematch [49:10], the attention paid to Randy Orton's character [54:45] and much more [1:00:45], including Big E's future, creating tag teams on SmackDown, the women's division now focusing on tag teams to the detriment of the main titles and WWE's propensity for roll-up finishes. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

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