The Ringer Wrestling Show

Latest Episodes:

Brian Gewirtz on the Attitude Era vs. Wrestling Today, LA Knight, The Rock’s potential involvement in the Bloodline, and More! | The Masked Man Show Aug 14, 2023

Show notes

David and Kaz are joined this week by former WWE writer Brian Gewirtz who discusses his book, "There’s Just One Problem," and some of the feedback he’s gotten since it’s came out over a year ago (6:15). Then they discuss the following:

Wrestlers going off script during promos (9:02)
The Attitude Era vs today’s product (13:27)
The patience of the Bloodline Story (27:46)
LA Knight (31:22)
The Rock’s involvement in the Bloodline (44:52)

Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.

We are also on Instagram and Threads.

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Brian Gewirtz

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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’Heels’ Season 2, Episode 3 Review Aug 12, 2023

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David and Ben return as they react to the third episode of this season, titled ‘Discord.’ After recapping the episode, they share their feelings about Ace’s story line, how the introduction of a women’s division mirrors reality, the zombie King Spade scene, and more. Also, they give out their weekly awards for this week, including the episode’s MVP, the main event, and the "holy shit" moment.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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The Varvatos Suit Contest Episode | Cheap Heat Aug 11, 2023

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On this special Friday Something, Rosenberg finally gets to your submissions for the Varvatos Suit contest. Let’s just say … they’re maj. Plus, a little mailbag, and a dive into Troy the Goy’s subconscious.

Happy birthday hip hop.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Troy Farkas

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‘SummerSlam’ Fallout | The Masked Man Show Aug 10, 2023

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David and Kaz are back to reflect on another hectic week in the world of professional wrestling. Today’s topics include:

‘Dynamite’ reactions, including RVD’s in-ring AEW debut (07:00)
LA Knight’s SummerSlam follow-up (35:00)
Nakamura igniting a new feud with Seth Rollins (48:30)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Christian John Bradley and Jonathan Kermah

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Will Roman Reigns Hold the Title for Three More Years? Plus, Grading Triple H’s First Year | Wednesday Worldwide Aug 09, 2023

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Brian is back with a recap of 'SummerSlam' and an epic birthday trip to NYC. Then he, Ben, and Khal discuss the 24th anniversary of Chris Jericho’s epic WWE debut. Afterward, they discuss the following headlines:

Roman Reigns’s title reign will end whenever he and Paul Heyman say so (6:10)
Nia Jax is considering a return to WWE (15:50)
AEW 'Collision' was destroyed in head-to-head ratings vs. 'SummerSlam' (20:24)

Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Dip’s take on Ronda Rousey (29:10), and a hot take from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline about WWE’s current record-breaking title reigns (41:28).

After the break, they grade Triple H’s first year as the head of creative (53:38).

The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (66:58) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (68:44).

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

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We are also on Instagram and Threads.

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

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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’SummerSlam’ Reaction: LA Knight Gets His Storyline, Hulk Logan, and Ronda Rousey’s Rocky WWE Run Comes to an End | Cheap Heat Aug 08, 2023

Show notes

Back from a thrilling weekend in Detroit, Rosenberg welcomes his pals Dip and SGG (from his new home studio, which has some kinks that need to be worked out) to discuss the following on today’s episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast:

WWE’s signing of Brian Pillman Jr. (7:40)
Rumors that Ronda Rousey’s time with WWE is over and the guys’ thoughts on ways Rousey’s career could have gone so much better (10:31)
The mounting list of serious injuries for some of WWE’s biggest stars like Sami Zayn, Liv Morgan, Kevin Owens, and Roman Reigns (15:08)
A commentary on WWE’s evolution since Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip were teenagers (19:58)
Thoughts on this past weekend’s ’SummerSlam’ and the storylines that stood out most regarding LA Knight, Logan Paul, and more (27:26)

Plus, Black Power Rankings (46:43) and anticipation builds for the suit contest.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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The Bloodline Story Takes Another Turn. Plus, Cody Rhodes Earns Brock Lesnar’s respect at SummerSlam. | The Masked Man Show Aug 07, 2023

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David, Kaz, and Brian discuss the most watched SummerSlam in history! They break down the card, including:

The next chapter of the Bloodline after Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso (8:03)
Cody Rhodes earns Brock Lesnar’s respect (20:46)
LA Knight gets the biggest pop of the night (29:50)
What’s next for Finn Bálor (47:01)
Iyo Sky cashes in her Money in the Bank contract (57:30)

Plus, AEW 'Collision' highlights and unbooked matches from this incredible fight weekend (61:03).

Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.

We are also on Instagram and Threads.

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

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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’Heels’ Season 2, Episode 2 Review Aug 05, 2023

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David and Ben return as they recap the second episode of this season titled, ‘The Journey Is the Obstacle’ (03:25). They discuss Jack Spade’s continued struggles with balancing his wrestling career and personal life, the hope for Staci’s character to remain independent, where Crystal’s story line will go from here, and more. Also, they take a step behind the curtain as they are joined by the episode’s director, Peter Segal (42:38). They discuss how his past work in comedy contributes to the series, the wrestling lingo, the difficulties he faced while shooting the show, as well as the process of shooting the episode’s match with Jack and Crystal.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben Lindbergh

Guest: Peter Segal

Producer: Jessie Lopez

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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The Mount Rushmore of Managers, Dip’s ’SummerSlam’ Picks, and a BIG Contest Update! | Cheap Heat Aug 04, 2023

Show notes

After opening the podcast with a Misshattan check-in and a geography lesson, Rosenberg and Dip discuss the following on today’s episode:

A new wrinkle to the suit contest that’s much more inclusive (12:10)
The new Cody Rhodes documentary (26:30)
Whether Paul Heyman or Bobby Heenan is the GOAT of professional wrestling managers (27:22)
Why Rosenberg thinks we’re on the verge of a MJF babyface run (51:02)

And the guys take a peek into mailbag (55:08)! You don't want to miss it.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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‘SummerSlam’ Preview | The Masked Man Show Aug 03, 2023

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David and Kaz are back to guide you through another loaded week of professional wrestling with a plethora of predictions and reactions to all things happening in the squared circle. Today’s topics include:

-the latest in the world of Vince McMahon controversy (06:00)

-Adam Cole vs. MJF being made official for ‘All In’ (10:00)

-‘SummerSlam’ predictions (26:00)

Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Jonathan Kermah

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