June 13, 2025

Goldberg's Last Stand? WWE Business Shakeups, Bella Twins Return & The Truth About AEW’s Empty Seats – Coach and Bro 061225

58 minutes

Full Podcast Summary / Notes (Timestamped):

00:00:00 – 00:01:59

The Coach live from Nashville, prepping for PFL duties, kicks off the episode early with special guest co-host Tommy Carlucci.

Tribute to Vince’s “father-son day” with his 94-year-old dad at a Giants game, underlining the importance of family and memories.

00:02:00 – 00:04:34

Tommy officially welcomed as the third member of the crew.

Viewers reminded to participate with super stickers and donations for direct engagement with WWE insiders.

00:04:35 – 00:06:53

BREAKING NEWS: WWE announces Goldberg’s month-long build to a career-ending retirement match, likely at SummerSlam.

Speculation: Will Goldberg vs. Gunther deliver or telegraph the outcome? Wrestling’s “retirement match” trope questioned, comparing it to Ric Flair and others.

00:06:54 – 00:11:17

Candid talk on legend retirements, Goldberg’s WCW legacy, and locker room stories from Coach and Tommy.

Coach shares details about Goldberg’s lucrative WCW deal, delayed WWE debut post-buyout, and industry backroom politics.

00:11:18 – 00:15:46

Fan Q&A: “Gilberg” memories, locker room drama, and Coach’s Goldberg run-in.

Behind-the-scenes story: Vince McMahon, Goldberg, gimmicked doors, and ribs in WWE.

00:15:47 – 00:20:52

Debating the length and creativity of Goldberg’s sendoff.

Reminiscing on the physicality of taking bumps, being both announcer and talent, and paying dues in the ring.

00:20:53 – 00:28:17

House shows debate: Are fewer WWE house shows hurting wrestler development and live product quality?

Explanation of the house show economy and TKO’s impact on roster depth.

00:28:18 – 00:33:36

WWE/Endeavor/TKO’s business future: Are the Saudis and Vince McMahon orchestrating a $25B WWE buyback behind the scenes?

Deep dive into sponsorship saturation (Fireball ladders, Slim Jim tables) and shift from family run to profit-first mindset.

00:33:37 – 00:40:47

Real stories of Saudi investment in combat sports—including firsthand accounts of lavish boxing events.

Discussion on how new ownership & global powerbrokers are changing wrestling’s business model forever.

00:40:48 – 00:43:58

Netflix content strategy: Tuesday Night Titans scripted series, Total Divas rumors, and how streaming could change WWE forever.

Tommy and Coach reminisce on Total Divas and pitch creative ideas for its return.

00:43:59 – 00:50:24

AEW struggles: Empty seats in Portland, ticket giveaways for “All In” in Dallas, and emotional impact on top talent.

Tommy and Coach lay out why modern star power—and creative—matter more than ever.

00:50:25 – 00:56:00

The rise of Ron Killings (ex-R-Truth) and his new, serious direction—could he win the Royal Rumble and help Cena turn face?

How superstars must reinvent themselves, and why music/entrance changes (like Seth Rollins) are essential for character evolution.

00:56:01 – 00:58:41

Jey Uso vs. Gunther: Was taking the title off Jey a mistake?

Inside info on WWE’s current “booking by the week” approach vs. the long-term creative of the past.

00:58:42 – End

Final thoughts, fan shout-outs, and details on where to watch the Coach and Bro Show on the Stadium network.

Tease for next episode and warm sign-off.

...more

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June 13, 2025

Goldberg's Last Stand? WWE Business Shakeups, Bella Twins Return & The Truth About AEW’s Empty Seats – Coach and Bro 061225

58 minutes

Full Podcast Summary / Notes (Timestamped):

00:00:00 – 00:01:59

The Coach live from Nashville, prepping for PFL duties, kicks off the episode early with special guest co-host Tommy Carlucci.

Tribute to Vince’s “father-son day” with his 94-year-old dad at a Giants game, underlining the importance of family and memories.

00:02:00 – 00:04:34

Tommy officially welcomed as the third member of the crew.

Viewers reminded to participate with super stickers and donations for direct engagement with WWE insiders.

00:04:35 – 00:06:53

BREAKING NEWS: WWE announces Goldberg’s month-long build to a career-ending retirement match, likely at SummerSlam.

Speculation: Will Goldberg vs. Gunther deliver or telegraph the outcome? Wrestling’s “retirement match” trope questioned, comparing it to Ric Flair and others.

00:06:54 – 00:11:17

Candid talk on legend retirements, Goldberg’s WCW legacy, and locker room stories from Coach and Tommy.

Coach shares details about Goldberg’s lucrative WCW deal, delayed WWE debut post-buyout, and industry backroom politics.

00:11:18 – 00:15:46

Fan Q&A: “Gilberg” memories, locker room drama, and Coach’s Goldberg run-in.

Behind-the-scenes story: Vince McMahon, Goldberg, gimmicked doors, and ribs in WWE.

00:15:47 – 00:20:52

Debating the length and creativity of Goldberg’s sendoff.

Reminiscing on the physicality of taking bumps, being both announcer and talent, and paying dues in the ring.

00:20:53 – 00:28:17

House shows debate: Are fewer WWE house shows hurting wrestler development and live product quality?

Explanation of the house show economy and TKO’s impact on roster depth.

00:28:18 – 00:33:36

WWE/Endeavor/TKO’s business future: Are the Saudis and Vince McMahon orchestrating a $25B WWE buyback behind the scenes?

Deep dive into sponsorship saturation (Fireball ladders, Slim Jim tables) and shift from family run to profit-first mindset.

00:33:37 – 00:40:47

Real stories of Saudi investment in combat sports—including firsthand accounts of lavish boxing events.

Discussion on how new ownership & global powerbrokers are changing wrestling’s business model forever.

00:40:48 – 00:43:58

Netflix content strategy: Tuesday Night Titans scripted series, Total Divas rumors, and how streaming could change WWE forever.

Tommy and Coach reminisce on Total Divas and pitch creative ideas for its return.

00:43:59 – 00:50:24

AEW struggles: Empty seats in Portland, ticket giveaways for “All In” in Dallas, and emotional impact on top talent.

Tommy and Coach lay out why modern star power—and creative—matter more than ever.

00:50:25 – 00:56:00

The rise of Ron Killings (ex-R-Truth) and his new, serious direction—could he win the Royal Rumble and help Cena turn face?

How superstars must reinvent themselves, and why music/entrance changes (like Seth Rollins) are essential for character evolution.

00:56:01 – 00:58:41

Jey Uso vs. Gunther: Was taking the title off Jey a mistake?

Inside info on WWE’s current “booking by the week” approach vs. the long-term creative of the past.

00:58:42 – End

Final thoughts, fan shout-outs, and details on where to watch the Coach and Bro Show on the Stadium network.

Tease for next episode and warm sign-off.

...more

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