Between The Ropes

JTG, one-half of the former WWE tag team Cryme Tyme joins the podcast to talk about his new e-Book “Damn! Why Did I Write This Book?” which is filled with stories on how much heat he had during his run with the company, the heat commandments and plenty of funny anecdotes. Plus, he talks about his start with the company in OVW, teaming with Shad Gaspard, how he got called up, how quickly he got heat, trying to get rid of the heat, the many weird nuisances in the locker room, the team breaking up, being under contract for more than year but not being used, finally getting his release, his thoughts on the wrestling business now, life in Hollywood for him now and much more.

Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter joins the podcast as he talks about his WrestleMania 31 experience since it was in his home city, Mania cities going forward, WWE Extreme Rules this Sunday, the Daniel Bryan heath situation, who could be next for Seth Rollins, TNA Wrestling and their relationship with Destination America, some what ifs from over the years with the company and the biggest thing that has hurt them, the worst thing that has happened to affect the business of wrestling over the last 20 years, NXT talent, how some of them potentially fit on the main WWE roster and how careful the call-ups might happen, what is going on between Steve Austin and the company and more.

Brian and Michael discuss WWE Raw from Monday night including Kane dominating in a good way, Seth Rollins and The Authority, looking out for a Randy Orton RKO outta nowhere, The Miz being The Miz and more. Plus, they talk about this Sunday’s Extreme Rules including the matches and stipulations along with news and notes from TNA Wrestling, Ring of Honor, New Japan Pro Wrestling and more including your questions.

Scott Fishman — contributor with the Miami Herald — joins the podcast to talk about the financial issues going on with TNA Wrestling including Brian’s recent report on production people being late receiving pay and being shorted money, Taz parting ways with the company and TNA going forward. Plus, they talk about Global Force Wrestling, Tough Enough coming back, some coincidences involving WWE and John Cena when it comes to Steve Austin and if that could mean anything more, WWE Extreme Rules coming up on Sunday and more.

Brian and Michael talk about WWE Raw from London, new stipulations for the upcoming Extreme Rules PPV, fans jumping into the ring and how wrestlers used to deal with that, several injuries to the WWE roster, the new class training at the Performance Center with NXT, Michael’s problem with the WWE Network, a possible change to the TNA broadcast booth, and lots of your questions as always.

The “Immortal” Hulk Hogan talks about appearing at MegaCon 2015 which takes place this Friday – Sunday at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL including the special Hulk Hogan: Uncut Q&A with fans, the longevity of Hulkamania, being a part of WrestleMania 31, what he would like to do going forward with WWE including another possible match, inducting the “Macho Man” Randy Savage at the WWE Hall of Fame, avoiding craziness in his life and more.

Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net joins the podcast to talk WWE WrestleMania 31 including the main event between Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns, different parts of the match that are intriguing, Lesnar’s contract status, the build up to John Cena vs. Rusev and Sting vs. Triple H, if Sting will be doing more in the WWE following this show and more. Plus, he talks about Raw the night after Mania, predictions for WrestleMania 32 next year, possible NXT callups and much more.

Brian and Michael are back with the immediately following WWE Raw (hey, they had to do it early before their trip) as they talk about the final one before WrestleMania 31, Brock Lesnar and Roman Reigns playing tug of war for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, Paul Heyman with another excellent promo to sell Mania, Sting starting off Raw and almost getting into it with Triple H, the big angle between John Cena and Rusev along with Bill Simmons and Snoop Dogg appearing on the show. Plus, they run down the card for WrestleMania 31 and the Hall of Fame, talk about Lesnar’s contract and take your questions.

WWE superstar Dean Ambrose talks about WWE WrestleMania 31 where he will be part of the Intercontinental Title ladder match, getting to stay on the west coast for the show, his favorites growing up, being a student of wrestling history, being around the stars he grew up watching, getting used to being cheered now and the reaction from some fans on Roman Reigns being in the main event against Brock Lesnar for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship.

Scott Fishman — contributor for the Miami Herald — joins the podcast to discuss WrestleMania 31 including the hype for the show right now and the matches now that we know the card, comparing the excitement to previous ones, what could happen the night after Mania, Brock Lesnar and the WWE and plenty of wrestling coverage for the big week in the Bay Area.