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Vince Russo

kick off the show by celebrating recent growth in viewership and teasing upcoming content and storylines. The duo discusses winter meetings in MLB and their aspirations to report from major sporting events in future episodes.

Vince Russo

analyzes subscriber numbers and revenue expectations, highlighting the disconnect between WWE’s efforts and ESPN's promotional push.

The Coach

defends ESPN's marketing efforts and shares inside perspectives on what motivated the high-stakes app launch.

Vince Russo

dig into Nick Khan’s newfound celebrity and the WWE’s reliance on outside personalities like Pat McAfee and Logan Paul for promotion. They highlight how McAfee’s exit illustrates how WWE can overuse star power for free exposure, often without fair compensation, and how that impacts creative.

discusses how backstage culture and guaranteed contracts have led to a “play it safe” mentality, draining excitement from major shows.

shares emotional reflections on the show’s explosive growth. The duo reiterates their philosophy: fans deserve their best every episode.

brings up recent comments from CM Punk and Bayley about today's backstage etiquette: many talent no longer watch the main event or stick around to learn from top stars, a stark contrast with strict traditions from earlier eras.

The Coach

offer personal stories from their WWE and TNA days, underscoring how respect and learning once dominated locker room life. They question whether Triple H knows about the lack of backstage engagement today, and debate if it's possible for current management to revive old-school etiquette.

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shares personal news about his son's golf journey and NIL deal.

The Coach

and

Vince Russo

is established, riffing on punctuality, audience banter, and brand building.

breaks down the JCW investor swerve and building wrestling storylines for maximum audience hook, revealing how a month-long angle exploded viewer numbers from 15k to 40k.

probes how it felt for

Vince Russo

to return to live crowds and why cliffhangers work.

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welcomes viewers, hyping John Cena’s possible final RAW appearance at Madison Square Garden, the end of an era, and promotions for SiriusXM Pro Wrestling 24/7.

and

Vince Russo

tease discussions on Cena, Mercedes Moné, AEW vs. JCW coincidences, football, and the Wheel of Doom merch giveaway.

probes the timing of Matt Cardona’s JCW title win just before his WWE return.

Vince Russo

details Cardona’s joy but questions WWE’s lack of JCW belt acknowledgment—sparking a conversation on indie credibility and belt politics.

and

Vince Russo

discuss indie promotions’ motivations, Tony Khan’s influence, and the logistics/stress of championship belt travel.

laments loss of “pride” in storytelling;

The Coach

urges WWE leadership to listen to fan feedback and restore authenticity.

shares a personal story about his son’s first golf win.

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02:09 – 03:22: Social Media Mistakes & Triple H’s Ego Called Out

03:22 – 05:02: Who Owns the Spotlight – Cena or Triple H?

05:03 – 08:09: Cena’s Final Boston Promo—Was the Emotion There?

08:10 – 11:49: Booking Blunders: Did WWE Waste Cena’s Last Year?

11:50 – 14:42: Why Boston Didn’t Go All Out for Cena & What Could’ve Been

14:43 – 18:46: Booking Survivor Series—A Better Ending for Cena, Rey Mysterio & Dominic

18:47 – 22:26: JCW, War Games, and the State of Alternative Wrestling

22:27 – 25:17: Momentum Shifts & the Power of Proper Story Structure

25:18 – 29:01: What’s Next for the Big Names—Bronson Reed, Logan Paul, and the New WWE Dynamic

29:02 – 33:05: Triple H, Money, and Growing Locker Room Discontent

33:06 – 39:00: Chris Jericho’s Next Move—WWE Return or AEW Loyalty?

39:01 – 45:04: Wrestling’s Business Side—Can WWE Let Go of Personal Egos?

45:05 – 54:09: Stone Cold Steve Austin on Life After WWE & Stories from the Road

54:10 – 58:47: Wrestling Burnout—Behind the Curtain on Writers, Announcers, and WWE Workloads

58:48 – End: Fan Q&A, Judgment Day, Booking Logic, & Wheel of Doom Giveaways

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Vince Russo

kick off the show, recapping a viral week thanks to their Karrion Kross & Scarlett interview, and hype tonight’s packed sports lineup.

speculates The Rock has backed off due to old grudges and might be content watching chaos from afar.

’s WWE run.

Vince Russo

argue Cena deserves better after helping build WWE’s brand for decades.

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Killer Kross

, and

The Coach

kick off the special episode focused on lifting the lid on wrestling’s business side.

Killer Kross

&

Scarlett

and their unique star power.

Scarlett

stands out beyond typical wrestling beauty standards, emphasizing her movie star look and Kross’s charisma.

Killer Kross

rarely do interviews—and why they trust this show.

Killer Kross

and

Scarlett

dissect the behind-the-scenes communication breakdowns and non-transparent creative decision-making.

about being handed a controversial promo, discovering misinformation, and direct talks with Triple H.

Killer Kross

explain how their real, unscripted work online brought massive attention and merchandise sales, but was met with resistance from the company.

Vince Russo

reflect on the episode’s honesty, lessons, and the importance of self-confidence in wrestling.

and Vince McMahon cap off a candid, value-packed hour.

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Vince Russo

, who shares his involvement with JCW (Juggalo Championship Wrestling) and the non-political, refreshing atmosphere there.

marvels at how the business model works and highlights the wrestler-first environment Violin J has created at JCW.

teases future growth while emphasizing product quality as the determining factor for success.

and

Vince Russo

question long-term planning—especially with top talent like Brock Lesnar missing from key events and promos.

expresses doubts about management’s understanding (or honesty) regarding the WWE product in 2025.

calls out WWE’s lack of urgency in booking and planning, contrasting it with the effective use of star power in Vince McMahon’s era.

and

Vince Russo

break down the reported 23% revenue increase, the reality of WWE’s massive corporate debt, and the questionable logic behind attributing revenue to “impressive” TV ratings and ticket prices.

The Coach

promises continued honest, insider analysis fans can trust.

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