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Wednesday Worldwide | Roman Reigns’s Title Run Is on a Different Level (Featuring Stat Guy Greg) Apr 12, 2023

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Ben, Khal, and Brian H. are primed and ready for another week of wrestling shenanigans! They start by breaking down a few midweek headlines, including:

Dax Harwood saying that AEW could sell out Wembley Stadium by booking CM Punk and FTR vs. the Elite (6:09)
Roman Reigns wanting to main-event WrestleMania vs. Seth Rollins (14:16)
Rey Mysterio pitching a mask vs. hair match against Dominik (20:31)

Then, they react to Dip’s take on Hulk Hogan being shoved down fans’ throats during his peak (26:11). Afterward, Cheap Heat’s Stat Guy Greg joins to react to that take and discuss Roman Reigns’s historic title reign and when and whether it should come to an end (33:59). They close the show with highlights from NXT (54:10) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (57:25).

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

Guest: Stat Guy Greg

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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Cheap Heat | Logan Paul Re-Signs with WWE, the Annual Passover Chat, and Stop the Leaks! Apr 11, 2023

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The full crew of Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip reunites this week to discuss the following on today’s episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast:

Logan Paul’s somewhat surprising decision to return to WWE on a new contract (8:15)
Why the guys are so happy Bayley isn’t leaving WWE (14:15)
Dip’s urgent message regarding the current culture of leaking important information in the wrestling business (23:56)
Hot takes from Dip that Rosenberg surprisingly agrees with (32:23)
The best parts of the annual Passover seder (45:38)

Plus, the mailbag (56:15) is loaded with questions about producer Troy's psyche following his breakout performance on last week’s edition of the Friday Something.

To join in on the conversation with the guys and the rest of the peckerheads, please join our Discord here.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Masked Man Show | Which Pro Wrestler Are You Selecting With the No. 1 Pick? Plus, Will CM Punk Be at Wembley Stadium? Apr 10, 2023

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David, Kaz, and Brian kick off the show with the Cold Open Question: Which pro wrestler would you choose if you had the no. 1 draft pick?

Then they discuss the following:

Superstars from WWE and AEW they would select with the no. 1 pick (2:35)
Drew McIntyre being removed from 'SmackDown' (14:30)
The possibility of CM Punk showing up at Wembley Stadium (23:49).
Triple H back in Charge at 'SmackDown' (33:08)
Matt Riddle returns (39:29)
The Streets love Solo Sikoa (47:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producer: Brian H. Waters

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The ‘Cheap Heat’ Friday Something: Post-'Mania' ’Smackdown’ Anticipation, WWE/UFC Merger Talk, and an Ode to Hummus Apr 07, 2023

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With Evil Sam Roberts standing up the show again, Rosenberg flies solo. To pass the time, he takes a mailbag question about Edge (15:57) and then a listener asks Rosenberg to cut a promo about hummus (25:00). Plus, Rosenberg is excited for 'Smackdown' tonight and he also gives an update on a troubling situation involving a WWE promo (31:35).

But before all that, Rosenberg and Natalie try to help producer Troy through his broken heart. In the process, Rosenberg discovers he should probably ditch SGG and Dip so that he can spend future episodes digging into the psychology of his producer.

To join the ‘Cheap Heat’ discord, please visit this link.

Host: Peter Rosenberg

Producer: Troy Farkas

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The Masked Man Show | Vince Back in Charge, Jay White Is All Elite, and Tony Khan’s Wallet Apr 06, 2023

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David and Kaz are joined by Ringer wrestling writer Phil Schneider to cover all things in this post-WrestleMania week.

The ‘Raw’ after 'Mania with Vince McMahon in charge (02:00)
AEW’s upcoming Wembley Stadium show in London and the most shocking potential wrestlers to make an appearance (29:00)
Jay White on ‘Dynamite’ (40:00)
The independent wrestling scene the week of WrestleMania (1:09:00)

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Phil Schneider

Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian Waters

Check out all the WrestleMania podcast episodes recorded by The Ringer Wrestling Show crew on this WrestleMania 39 Spotify playlist!

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Wednesday Worldwide | WrestleMania Hangover Edition: Cody Rhodes a Bigger Star After the Loss? Plus, David Shoemaker on WWE’s Future With Vince Back in Charge. Apr 05, 2023

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The 'Wednesday Worldwide' crew are back after an action-packed ‘WrestleMania’ week. Ben, Khal, and Brian H. kick off the show by recapping the entire week, including WaleMania, the 'Ringer Wrestling’ meet-and-greet, and more (1:34). Then they break down a few midweek headlines, including:

Paul Heyman saying Cody Rhodes is a bigger star after his loss to Roman Reigns (10:19)
Jay White to WWE rumors dying down (18:03)
Charlotte Flair taking time off WWE with no return timetable (26:29)

Then on “They Said What” they react to Bayley’s comments on 'The Masked Man Show' about needing to prove herself in light of the recent rumors surrounding the Role Model (33:48). Afterward, they welcome David Shoemaker on to discuss fallout from the 'Raw' after 'WrestleMania,' the 'Ringer Wrestling’ 'WrestleMania' coverage, and the future of WWE with Vince McMahon apparently back at the helm (45:48). They close the show by talking about Bron Breakker attacking Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams at the end of ‘NXT’ (107:25) and previewing tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (1:12:27).

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

Guest: David Shoemaker

Producers: Brian H. Waters

Check out all the WrestleMania podcast episodes recorded by The Ringer Wrestling Show crew on this WrestleMania 39 Spotify playlist!

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Cheap Heat | ‘WrestleMania’ Weekend Recap, a Lackluster ‘Raw,’ and When Will Cody Get the Belt Back? Apr 04, 2023

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Back in their respective home studios following another unforgettable ‘WrestleMania’ weekend, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip are back to break down all the madness. On today’s episode, the guys discuss:

Bayley’s incendiary tweet, which sent the wrestling world into a frenzy (11:05)
Why Dip felt Monday night’s ‘Raw’ didn’t live up the standard that the post-‘WrestleMania’ episode usually sets (13:56)
When Cody Rhodes could another title shot after his Sunday night loss (18:15)
How this year’s ‘WrestleMania’ compares to past events (28:19)
Favorite moments from the weekend (33:00)

Plus, the guys recount their favorite memories from the Heat ’n Greet, the Hall of Fame ceremony, and some of the craziest things that happened this weekend. And Dip also says he’s done with The Rock?!

To join the ‘Cheap Heat’ discord, please visit this link.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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The Masked Man Show | Reactions to WWE’s Sale to Endeavor and 'WrestleMania 39' Apr 03, 2023

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David and Kaz are joined by Ben Cruz to give their immediate thoughts and reactions to Endeavor officially acquiring WWE (01:39) and to project what it all means for the company’s future.

Then, they break down the entire two-night 'WrestleMania 39' card in reverse order and attempt to piece together what’s next for the key players on the WWE roster, including Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, Seth Rollins, and more.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Guest: Ben Cruz

Producer: Jessie Lopez

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Dominik Mysterio and 'SmackDown' Women's Champion Rhea Ripley Apr 02, 2023

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Dominik Mysterio and newly crowned 'SmackDown' Women's Champion Rhea Ripley join the Ringer Wrestling team live at the 'WrestleMania' Superstore the morning after 'WrestleMania' Night one.

Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide

Producers: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz

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Drew McIntyre, Bianca Belair, and Gunther Live at 'WrestleMania' Superstore Apr 01, 2023

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The Ringer Wrestling show takes over the 'WrestleMania' Superstore featuring interviews with Drew McIntyre, Bianca Belair, and Gunther before their matches at WrestleMania 39.

Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Stat Guy Greg, Khal Davenport, Brian H. Waters, Ben Cruz

Guests: Drew McIntyre, Bianca Belair, Gunther

Producer: Jonathan Kermah

Additional Production Support: Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters

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