The Ringer Wrestling Show

Latest Episodes:

Is WWE Leaning Too Far Into the Liv Morgan Thing? Plus, Ricochet’s Potential AEW Ceiling and Bron Breakker the Heel. | Ringer Wrestling Worldwide Jun 11, 2024

Show notes

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters begin the show with an essential question: When was the last time your partner looked at you with the same concern that Samantha Irvin looked at Ricochet last night? Then, they welcome Ringer Wrestling tribal chief David Shoemaker for Raw Is Headlines, during which the guys discuss whether WWE is leaning too far into non-wrestling-related Liv Morgan story lines, if Bron Breakker is the biggest heel in WWE right now, and the absence of Gunther, Ludwig Kaiser, and Jey Uso last night on ‘Raw.’ Then, in They Said What?!, a listener asks a question about Uncle Howdy. And, before finishing off with an ‘NXT’ preview, the guys ask Shoemaker whether we’ve seen the last of Ricochet in WWE, as well as what his ceiling in AEW would be should he sign there.For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to RingerWrestling@gmail.com.CHAPTERS:

Intro (00:00)
The way Samantha Irvin looked at Ricochet last night (01:22)
WWE’s Liv Morgan story lines (06:20)
Finn Bálor’s slight of hand trick (15:38)
Is Bron Breakker the biggest heel in WWE right now? (22:50)
No Gunther, Jey Uso, or Ludwig Kaiser last night (31:15)
Will Ricochet ever appear on ‘Raw’ again? (36:16)
They Said What!? (43:30)
Ricochet’s potential in AEW (50:40)
‘NXT’ preview (57:29)

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: David Shoemaker

Producer: Troy Farkas

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ricochet Leaving WWE? NXT Battleground Recap. | The Masked Man Show Jun 10, 2024

Show notes

David and Kaz kick off the week by discussing reports surrounding Ricochet’s departure from WWE, what his options could be, and how he could possibly reset the market if he becomes a free agent (6:49). Then they discuss NXT Battleground. Kelani Jordan became the first NXT Women's North American Champion (38:13), Roxanne Perez defeated Jordynne Grace (43:25), Trick Williams had his first successful title defense against Ethan Page, and Oba Femi’s future is bright (46:31). They also discuss the possibility of a showdown between Femi and Williams (52:41).

Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Will Jordynne Grace Win the NXT Women’s Title and Take It to TNA? NXT Battleground Preview | The Masked Man Show Jun 06, 2024

Show notes

David and Kaz look at this weekend’s NXT Battleground. They discuss the WWE-TNA working relationship and the following:

The possibility of Jordynne Grace defeating Roxanne for the NXT Women’s Title (10:02)
Trick Williams and Black wrestlers in pro wrestling today versus the past (18:55)
Ethan Page’s chances of defeating Trick Williams for the NXT Title (26:50)
In or Out on long-term title reigns (37:14)

They also discuss MJF’s return on AEW Dynamite (58:04) and a few things trending in wrestling news (66:46).

Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jaida Parker on NXT Battleground, the North American Women’s Title, Futbol, and More! | Ringer Wrestling Worldwide Jun 05, 2024

Show notes

On a special bonus episode of 'Ringer Wrestling Worldwide,' Ben, Khal, and Brian welcome NXT’s Jaida Parker ahead of her ladder match for the inaugural NXT women's North American championship. She discusses the following:

Preparing for her first ladder match (4:26)
Her feud with Michin (5:40)
“Black Forces Energy” (13:48)
Which futbol team she supports (20:16)

For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160.

Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: Jaida Parker

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ludwig Kaiser’s Ceiling, and Should Jey Uso Be the ‘Money in the Bank’ Favorite? | Ringer Wrestling Worldwide Jun 04, 2024

Show notes

The Ringer’s Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by Ringer Wrestling tribal chief David Shoemaker to react to last night’s episode of ‘Raw’ and a whole lot more. But before they dive into Raw Is Headlines, Ben tells the guys about his time at the Big Time Wrestling indie show in the Bay Area. Then, they discuss Ludwig Kaiser’s potential, whether Bron Breakker, Braun Strowman, or Otis will have a better calendar year, and Jey Uso’s quest to win ‘Money in the Bank.’ Then, in They Said What?!, the guys listen to a hot take from Kaz on yesterday’s ‘Masked Man Show.’ Plus, the crew takes a call about the fallout of the latest WWE draft.

For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to RingerWrestling@gmail.com.

CHAPTERS:

Intro (00:00)
Ben’s time at an indie show (01:28)
Ludwig Kaiser’s ceiling (05:55)
Better calendar year: Bron Breakker, Braun Strowman, or Otis? (15:34)
Jey Uso to win ‘MITB’? (25:55)
They Said What?! (33:38)
Ringer Wrestling hotline call (44:58)
The Hot Tag with David Shoemaker (54:03)
‘NXT’ preview (01:00:32)

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: David Shoemaker

Producer: Troy Farkas

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AJ Styles Fakes Retirement! Plus, Trick Williams Joins to Talk NXT Battleground, Sexyy Red, and More. | The Masked Man Show Jun 03, 2024

Show notes

Cold Open Question of the Week: When you look back 20 years from now, who would have had a better NFL career, Brock Lesnar with the Vikings or Gable Steveson with the Bills? (0:35)?

David and Kaz look back at the weekend to discuss the following:

Kaz’s commentary at Sukeban (5:22)
AJ Styles faking his retirement and his continuing feud with Cody Rhodes (8:25)
Roman returning and potentially uniting with Cody Rhodes (15:51)
Mark Henry not wanting to be the WWE champion after his fake retirement (23:20)
WWE’s upcoming free agents: Who is staying and who is leaving (31:34)?

They are then joined by NXT champion, Trick Williams, who discusses the following:

Working with Sexyy Red (59:00)
Ethan Page skipping the line (67:30)
Shawn Michaels's Instagram explore page (72:56)
Potential crossover matches with TNA Wrestling (77:50)
Being Black in pro wrestling right now (80:50)

Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Trick Williams

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Shawn Michaels Takes NXT to a New Level With a Sexyy Red and TNA Crossover | The Masked Man Show May 30, 2024

Show notes

Cold Open Question of the Week: What kind of gimmick match would Kaz challenge Paul Pierce in?

David and Kaz recap a wild crossover week in pro wrestling, including:

Mercedes Moné's first match on AEW Dynamite (7:14)
Adam Copeland fractures his tibia and vacates the TNT title (11:16)
A Marty Jannetty story you will not hear anywhere else (17:50)
Which wrestlers you would NOT want your daughter dating (20:50)
Jordynne Grace shows up on NXT (26:54)
Sexyy Red makes an appearance on NXT (30:11)
Ethan Page says he is not signed to WWE after coming on NXT (33:57)
Christopher Daniels is a new AEW on-screen authority figure (47:11)
Bron Breakker’s rampage crosses over from his college football days (48:40)
Response to critics of the Liv Morgan–Dominik Mysterio kiss (59:47)

Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Becky Lynch’s Future, the Liv Morgan–Dom Mysterio Kiss, and Why Gunther Won’t Wear the Crown | Ringer Wrestling Worldwide May 28, 2024

Show notes

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by 'Ringer Wrestling' Tribal Chief David Shoemaker on this post-Raw Tuesday to discuss a number of important matters, beginning with an essential question: Why won’t Gunther wear the King of the Ring crown? Then, in Raw Is Headlines, the guys talk about Becky Lynch’s contract status and if and when the fan favorite will make her return to the ring. Meanwhile, with The Man and Rhea Ripley gone for the foreseeable future, who will lead Raw’s women’s division? After that, the guys talk about last night’s kiss between Dom Mysterio and Liv Morgan, which leads to the debut of The Ringer’s Official Infidelity Expert on the program. Plus, Ben asks the guys about their heavyweight championship power rankings in a post-SummerSlam world.

And in They Said What?!, the guys take questions about how to get your kids into wrestling, as well as a possible WWE-UFC crossover.

For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to RingerWrestling@gmail.com.

CHAPTERS:

Gunther and the crown (00:00)
Becky Lynch’s future (12:10)
The women’s division (22:24)
Liv Morgan kisses Dom Mysterio (26:02)
Heavyweight rankings (36:58)
They Said What?! (47:24)
The Hot Tag with 'The Masked Man' (59:24)
NXT preview (01:04:48)

Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: David Shoemaker

Producer: Troy Farkas

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AEW Double or Nothing and WWE King and Queen Recap | The Masked Man Show May 27, 2024

Show notes

Cold Open Question of the Week: Of all the pro wrestlers who worked this weekend in AEW and WWE, who is the Jamaal Magloire (0:40)?

David and Kaz dive into this Memorial Day weekend, which was full of pro wrestling, recapping the following from AEW Double or Nothing and WWE King and Queen:

The Anarchy Rules match (10:250)
Adam Copeland continues to win (17:31)
Should MJF’s return have been saved for AEW Dynamite (27:13)?
Fans' reception to Mercedes Moné as the TBS Champion (35:06)
Drew McIntyre vs. Gunther at SummerSlam (41:53)?
Is Sami Zayn a top five wrestler of the past decade (45:34)?
Potential custody for Dominik match between Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley (53:11)?
Looking back at how Triple H put Cody Rhodes in as quarterback of WWE (63:23)

Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Rotunda Joins to Celebrate Bray Wyatt’s Birthday. Plus, AEW Double or Nothing and WWE King and Queen of the Ring Predictions. | The Masked Man Show May 23, 2024

Show notes

David and Kazeem are joined by WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda. He comes on to celebrate the legacy of his son, the late Windham Rotunda a.k.a. Bray Wyatt, who would have been 37 today. They discuss many things about said legend, including: