00:00 – Kevin Nash & Wrestling Royalties
Anthony and Joe open with a discussion about Kevin Nash’s royalty check woes, the business of wrestling merchandise, and how the TKO sale has impacted payouts for legends and stockholders.

03:30 – WWE’s Changing Audience & Business Model
The conversation shifts to WWE’s evolving business strategy: higher ticket prices, catering to wealthier audiences, and speculation about a possible Saudi buyout.

10:00 – Nick Khan, TKO Era, and Corporate Takeover
The hosts analyze Nick Khan’s influence, the TKO era, and whether WWE’s leadership is being overrun by corporate greed.

16:00 – The Future of WWE & Wrestling’s Investment Value
Debate about WWE as a long-term investment, the fate of the company under TKO, and the difference between past and present wrestling ownership.

22:00 – Monday Night Raw Recap & Production Critique
Anthony and Joe break down the latest Raw, including match pacing, production quirks, and the “Australian Street Fight” promo.

30:00 – Women’s Division: Kairi Sane, Asuka, and Bayley
A deep dive into the women’s division: Kairi Sane’s reputation for injuring opponents, Asuka’s standout performance, and Bayley’s current character direction.

40:00 – Main Event: CM Punk & LA Knight vs. The Usos
Recap and analysis of the main event, including the chemistry between Punk and LA Knight, and thoughts on the show’s overall flow.

47:00 – Closing Banter & Upcoming Content
The hosts discuss wrestling merch oddities (body pillows, towels), upcoming shows, and shoutouts to friends and other podcasts.

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