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‘The Iron Claw' Director Sean Durkin Joins! Plus, Pro Wrestling Free Agency Begins! Dec 21, 2023

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‘Iron Claw’ Week comes to a close with a bang as David and Kaz talk to the director, Sean Durkin!

First, they kick off the show by discussing the first day of free agency for the superstars recently released from WWE (0:30). Then they discuss their brief thoughts on ‘The Iron Claw’ (6:35). They also discuss the following things in pro wrestling:

Matt Riddle joins MLW (18:50)
Charlotte Flair signs new WWE deal (19:19)
R-Truth adds comedy to the Judgment Day (26:25)
Has the Devil story line run its course (36:23)?
Wrestler of the Year reactions (50:27)

To close out, Durkin comes on to share about why he created the movie, his love for pro wrestling, and more! (57:50).

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters

Guest: Sean Durkin

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Who Steps Up in Charlotte Flair’s Absence? Plus, Chavo Guerrero and Holt McCallany Talk “The Iron Claw”! Dec 20, 2023

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Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by suggesting a friendly wrestler wager as Ben’s 49ers host Brian’s Ravens on Christmas Day, with Khal deciding the punishment for the loser. Send Khal your suggestions! Then they get into the following headlines:

Bianca Belair says Charlotte’s injury is an opportunity for someone to step up (5:52)
"Dirty" Dominik Mysterio signs a five-year deal with WWE (19:42)

After the break, 'Iron Claw' Week continues with Chavo Guerrero Jr. and Holt McCallany! They discuss their roles in the film, which is based on the story of the Von Erich family (31:15)

Last, they talk through last night’s NXT (1:22:06) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (1:27:45).

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

Guests: Chavo Guerrero Jr. and Holt McCallany

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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The Tribal Chief Is Back! Plus, Rosenberg and Misshattan's Rio Misadventures | Cheap Heat Dec 19, 2023

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With the physically vacationing Rosenberg off gallivanting in Brazil, SGG and Dip man the ‘Cheap Heat’ ship back stateside on today’s episode. But don’t worry, Rosenberg will still make not one, but two appearances on the program! The first of which happens from dinner in Rio de Janeiro alongside his wife, Misshattan, who finds herself at odds with her no. 1 hater, Troy the Goy (00:00).

In between all the madness, there is some wrestling discussion about Carmelo Hayes (11:27), Roman Reigns’s return and how long we expect him to hold the title (14:36), and the answering of some mailbag questions (34:07).

We’re off on Friday, but we do hope you stay maj and enjoy yourselves.

Hosts: Greg Hyde and Dip

Guests: Peter Rosenberg and Misshattan

Producers: Brian H. Waters and Troy Farkas

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Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White Join to Talk ‘The Iron Claw,’ Plus the Official Men’s Wrestler of the Year Tournament! | The Masked Man Show Dec 18, 2023

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It’s ‘Iron Claw’ Week here on the Ringer Wrestling Network! First, David, Kaz, and Brian kick off the show by discussing Kenny Omega's and Charlotte Flair’s injuries (4:39). Then ‘Iron Claw’ actors Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White join the show to discuss their roles in the movie, in which they portrayed Kevin and Kerry Von Erich (19:00). They close out the show with the bracket for the 'Masked Man' men’s wrestler of the year tournament (60:40)!

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters

Guests: Zac Efron and Jeremy Allen White

Producer: Brian H. Waters

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes on His Childhood Dream, Dom Mysterio, and the Modern-Day Attitude Era! Plus, Rosenberg Heads to Brazil | Cheap Heat Dec 15, 2023

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Moments before Rosenberg heads off to Brazil with Misshattan, he delivers another impeccable edition of the Friday Something for you. Rosenberg begins by answering some mailbag questions after Troy the Goy waxes poetic about his latest non-female-related obsession in life (06:58). Then, the one and only Cody Rhodes joins to talk about his journey to the top of the sport, why competitors like AEW are good for the industry, his opinion of Dom Mysterio, whether MJF will join WWE, and why this current era of WWE is perhaps better than any one we’ve ever seen (20:28).

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Host: Peter Rosenberg

Guest: Cody Rhodes

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Unofficial Wrestler of the Year Tournament, Plus WWE Meets With Warner Brothers Discovery | The Masked Man Show Dec 14, 2023

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As we get close to the end of the year, David, Kaz, and Brian put together a bracket to decide who the men's and women’s wrestler of the year is (1:35).

Official ‘Masked Man’ wrestler of the year coming soon!

Later they discuss WWE TV rights negotiations (27:55), CM Punk’s promo with Seth Rollins (39:55) and the Golden Jets promo with Ricky Stars and Big Bill (53:56).

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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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CM Punk the Next Head of NXT? Plus, Logan Vs. Jake Paul for the U.S. Title? | Wednesday Worldwide Dec 13, 2023

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Ben, Khal, and Brian fire up the mics and celebrate the return of YEET! Then, they get into the following headlines of the week:

CM Punk wants to succeed Shawn Michaels (8:02)
AJ Styles’s return is imminent (24:44)
Jake Paul is down to challenge Logan Paul for the U.S. Title (31:50)

Later, in They Said What?!, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline and react to a take regarding Bryan Danielson being the Devil (40:23).

Last, they talk through last night’s NXT (50:15) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (52:56).

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

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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CM Punk’s Character Takes Form, Way-Too-Early Royal Rumble 2024 Predictions, and Bulletproof Cars | Cheap Heat Dec 12, 2023

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On today’s episode, the maj one Peter Rosenberg is joined by SGG and Dip to get into the following:

Intro (00:00)
Rosenberg’s vacation planning (05:12)
A who’s who of last night’s screening of new wrestling movie ‘Iron Claw’ (14:28)
Why Rosenberg thinks last night was the best moment of CM Punk’s return (20:27)
A very early look at next year’s Royal Rumble (25:55)
Who will take the belt off Gunther? (39:10)
Mailbag (44:15)

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip

Producers: Brian H. Waters and Troy Farkas

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YEET Mondays Are Back! Plus, WWE U.S. Title Tournament Preview. | The Masked Man Show Dec 11, 2023

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David and Kaz kick off the show with the cold open question of the week: Who is the best wrestler in the world (0:19)?Then they get into the following:

What would you take from WWE in return for "YEET" (6:44)?
The young, hot babyfaces of NXT (16:39)
Trick Williams wins the Iron Survivor Challenge (24:54)
The U.S. Title Tournament (28:45)
Chances of CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns at WrestleMania (50:04)
Which WWE Superstars would you put above MJF for wrestler of the year (66:22)?

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We are also on Instagram and Threads and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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CM Punk Vs. Seth Rollins, and the Travel Hack That Will Change Your Life! | Cheap Heat Dec 08, 2023

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While Dip awaits the arrival of his couch cleaner, he, Rosenberg, and Troy the Goy talk about a whole bunch of things, including but not limited to professional wrestling. Here’s what to expect on today’s show:

Dip’s very expensive couch that requires yearly cleaning (00:00)
Jewish interior design (05:45)
Dip’s take on Drew McIntyre’s heel turn (14:30)
A horrible stretch for AEW (21:08)
Why we may have the perfect situation for a matchup between CM Punk and Seth Rollins (29:14)
Rosenberg reads his DM thread with Jimmy Hart (36:03)
Rosenberg’s issues with The Rock’s social media posts (37:16)
Are airport lounges worth it? (45:05)

Plus … Dip and Troy might become roommates. Stay maj, everybody.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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