Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

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WWE's COVID-19 outbreak, AEW & NXT set up big shows Jun 25, 2020

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Interrupting the regular Wednesday Night Wards edition of Getting Over is breaking news that multiple WWE talents and employees have tested positive for COVID-19. Host Adam Silverstein opens the show diving into the latest news, discussing WWE's ridiculous approach to the coronavirus from the onset and how it has affected not only its own company but AEW programming as well [2:00]. "The Silver King" then breaks down a tremendous North American championship triple threat match as well as everything else that went down on NXT, including Raquel Gonzalez's breakout match, Rhea Ripley's future and the questionable return of the Great American Bash [18:56]. Up next, a look at AEW's final build for Fyter Fest, which will take place over the next two editions of AEW Dynamite, and why the in-ring product was far weaker than the storyline development on this week's episode [35:25]. Adam closes by answering a handful of DM slides [48:00] and previewing what coming up next week. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE: Undertaker's 'Last Ride,' sudden main event changes Jun 23, 2020

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In a double episode of Getting Over, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini tackle major topics outside the weekly programming. The guys open the show discussing 'The Undertaker: Last Ride' five-part docuseries and whether Taker actually announced his retirement on the fifth and final episode [2:50]. They then move into an extended conversation about Matt Riddle's debut on SmackDown and the #SpeakingOut movement taking professional wrestling by storm [21:28]. "The Silver King" and Chris spend the rest of the episode discussing the latest from Raw and SmackDown. They start with the changing women's scene, including Charlotte Flair's on-screen injury and upcoming surgery, what's next for Asuka and where WWE is going with the Bayley and Sasha Banks storyline [42:23]. Edge's promo of the year contender, Randy Orton's incredible resurrection as the 'Legend Killer,' Bray Wyatt's rebirth, Rey Mysterio's return and an on-the-mend tag team division highlight the rest of the show. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NXT, AEW: Countering Fyter Fest, new stars rising Jun 18, 2020

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A tremendous night of wrestling gets broken down in detail as host Adam Silverstein looks at everything from NXT and AEW Dynamite. With AEW's two-night Fyter Fest still a couple weeks away, NXT is doing its best to counterprogram with an intriguing extended title feud involving Adam Cole, Keith Lee, Johnny Gargano, Finn Balor ... and Karrion Kross lurking [2:39]. "The Silver King" dives into NXT's decision to go this direction along with everything else on the show, including the breakout of Santos Escobar and the highs and lows of Bayley and Sasha Banks appearing in the main event. AEW continues keeps building its strong Fyter Fest card while introducing new stars like Ricky Starks and Abadon [24:55]. Plus, Cody teases a new Four Hoursemen, Orange Cassidy gets revenge on Chris Jericho and tag team matches dominate the show. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE: Orton shines, Heyman off creative, COVID-19 positive Jun 16, 2020

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An absolutely loaded WWE edition of Getting Over opens as host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini discuss Vince McMahon's decision to remove Paul Heyman as the lead of Raw and put Bruce Pritchard in charge of a combined creative team [1:44]. What does this mean for Monday nights, which were the guys' favorite show, and how did the first episode under Pritchard turn out? In an extended Main Event, the guys also break down WWE's first positive coronavirus test from a developmental talent and why the company needs to step up its medical procedures immediately [17:00], Randy Orton's incredible 48 hours and whether he is the midseason Wrestler of the Year [28:22], AJ Styles beating Daniel Bryan for the intercontinental title [55:22] and the continuation of Drew McIntyre vs. Bobby Lashley [58:35]. "The Silver King" and Chris also touch on Samoa Joe's experience with ninjas, Dominick Mysterio making an impact, the Asuka-Nia Jax feud and everything else that went down on Raw and SmackDown. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE Backlash 2020 instant analysis: Greatest Wrestling Match Ever? Jun 15, 2020

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Just moments after WWE Backlash went off the air, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini connect to break down the entire 2020 edition of the show with a special instant analysis episode. Of course, the guys start with the heavily-promoted "Greatest Wrestling Match Ever" [4:08]. Did Edge and Randy Orton live up to the impossible billing? How will their match be remembered? What actually is the greatest wrestling match ever? "The Silver King" and Chris discuss all facets of the main event before moving on to the rest of the card [35:14], including an outstanding effort by Drew McIntyre and Bobby Lashley, what's next for Braun Strowman, Sasha Banks' continued rise, a curious finish to Jeff Hardy vs. Sheamus and a number of head-scratching decisions. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NXT, AEW: Post-TakeOver show excites, Cody's future clarifies Jun 11, 2020

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NXT won the critical Wednesday night war coming out of TakeOver: In Your House with a show that intrigued and kept its fans guessing. Host Adam Silverstein opens the show breaking down why NXT was so successful [2:02], including strapping a rocket to inject Karrion Kross into the main event, Scarlett's key role, what's next for Dexter Lumis and Velveteen Dream, Finn Balor going after Keith Lee and the transformation of El Hijo del Fantasma into Santos Escobar. "The Silver King" also discusses everything that went down on AEW Dynamite [34:28], starting with Cody main eventing for the second straight week and whether AEW is trying to pull a fast one on the audience. Plus, a lack of star power on TV, FTR's debut match, Chris Jericho vs. Orange Cassidy, AEW rankings and Matt Hardy's new role. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE Backlash 2020 ultimate preview, focus on women Jun 09, 2020

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With WWE Backlash this Sunday, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini provide an ultimate preview for the company's next pay-per-view [56:41]. The guys provide breakdowns and predictions for each match, including the "Greatest Wrestling Match Ever," and even pause to discuss Charlotte Flair's prominence across WWE programming and whether that is a good decision long-term [1:14:43]. "The Silver King" and Chris start the show by diving into the women's division being prominently featured across all of WWE's three brands last week and the decision to have Bayley and Sasha Banks capture the women's tag team titles [3:04]. The guys also explore a strangely paced and booked go-home episode of Raw [17:17], Aleister Black being injected into the Seth Rollins-Rey Mysterio storyline, the lead up to Daniel Bryan vs. AJ Styles for the ugly intercontinental title [28:50] and everything else that went down on SmackDown and Raw over the last week. Plus, news of New Japan Pro-Wrestling returning to action amid the coronavirus. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NXT TakeOver: In Your House instant analysis Jun 08, 2020

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Just minutes after NXT TakeOver: In Your House went off the air, host Adam Silverstein delivers instant analysis of the first TakeOver in four months. "The Silver King" breaks down all six matches on the card, including Io Shirai's crowning moment in the main event and what it means for the NXT women's main event picture, the controversial Backlot Brawl between Adam Cole and Velveteen Dream and where both are headed in the future, Karrion Kross getting a massive victory, Keith Lee and Johnny Gargano stepping up in the second half, Finn Balor and Damien Priest potentially stealing the show and a six-woman tag team match that exceeded expectations. Plus, thoughts on the nostalgic, retro feel that NXT put forward bringing back In Your House. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

AEW, NXT: Drake Maverick rehired, TakeOver: In Your House ultimate preview Jun 04, 2020

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The Wednesday Night Wars raged on as AEW offered two title matches against NXT's go-home show for TakeOver: In Your House. Host Adam Silverstein parts the seas of controversy and takes an in-depth look at the main event of NXT as Drake Maverick lost the cruiserweight title tournament but was nevertheless rehired after his real-life firing by WWE [16:50]. After breaking down the rest of the show, including NXT's legitimate promotional problems, "The Silver King" delivers a complete preview of Sunday's NXT TakeOver: In Your House event [37:47] and answers some listener questions [49:38]. But first, today's episode looks at a strong edition of AEW Dynamite [2:50] that featured the TNT and tag team titles up for grabs, an impressive promo from Jon Moxley and an interesting decision about Fyter Fest. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE: Judging the Jeff Hardy DUI angle, Seth Rollins' growth Jun 02, 2020

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Right off the top of the show, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open The Main Event by discussing whether the controversial Jeff Hardy DUI angle that played out during SmackDown and impacted the intercontinental championship tournament was fair or foul [2:23]. The guys also break down an interesting Raw that featured a growing Seth Rollins and proposed some big questions about Rey and Dominic Mysterio [20:23]. Other topics "The Silver King" and Chris dive into from Raw and SmackDown: Charlotte Flair-Asuka, issues with Nia Jax, Bayley-Sasha Banks, Randy Orton's tremendous promo [52:04], Gronk, Otis as Phoebe Cates and the return of Raw Talk [1:26:27]. Plus, Chris decides whether Adam is "too positive" about WWE these days [59:50], and the guys preview NXT and AEW Dynamite this week [1:29:05]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

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