If We Had The Pencil

In this episode, Sean and Matt reflect on the recent Super Bowl and the Olympics, transitioning into a discussion about wrestling. They analyze the dynamics between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre, emphasizing Drew's leadership role and the importance of storytelling in wrestling. The conversation also highlights emerging talents like Trick Williams and the evolution of women's wrestling, particularly with characters like Chelsea Green. As they discuss the build-up to WrestleMania and the significance of the Elimination Chamber matches, they note the contrasting promo styles of Drew and Cody. The episode concludes with reflections on the energy of Raw and the overall quality of SmackDown. In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the pacing of a recent wrestling show, highlighting the crowd's engagement and the emotional moments, particularly Becky Lynch's meltdown. They analyze the dynamics of tag teams, the drama surrounding Liv Morgan and Dominic Mysterio, and the future of Judgment Day. The conversation also touches on Rhea Ripley's performance, Finn Balor's interview with CM Punk, and the rising costs of attending WrestleMania, emphasizing the need for WWE to focus on storytelling to maintain fan interest.

In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the recent WWE SmackDown and Royal Rumble events, highlighting the weather's impact on their mood, the storytelling in wrestling, and the performances of various wrestlers. They analyze the matches, focusing on the women's Royal Rumble and the men's Royal Rumble, discussing the outcomes and potential storylines moving forward. The conversation emphasizes the importance of character development and audience reactions in wrestling. In this episode, Matt and Sean delve into the recent WWE Royal Rumble and the subsequent Monday Night Raw, discussing their thoughts on the outcomes, character developments, and the implications for WrestleMania. They reflect on the booking decisions made by WWE, the return of the Bella Twins, and the exciting promo battle between CM Punk and Roman Reigns. The conversation highlights the importance of character consistency and the need for engaging storylines as they look ahead to future events.

In this episode, Sean and Matt dive into the latest happenings in WWE, covering SmackDown highlights, character developments, and the impact of factions. They discuss Drew McIntyre's heel turn, the dynamics of the women's tag team division, and the implications of AJ Styles' potential retirement. The conversation also touches on Gunther's controversial persona as a career killer and the overall storytelling approach in WWE, culminating in a debate about the effectiveness of character development in wrestling. In this episode, the hosts delve into the intricacies of wrestling character development, the significance of losses, and the dynamics within factions like Judgment Day. They discuss the upcoming Royal Rumble, predictions for matches, and the potential returns of iconic wrestlers. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling in wrestling and how it impacts audience engagement.

In this episode of the We Had the Pencil podcast, hosts Sean and Matt dive into a lively discussion about recent events in the NFL and wrestling, particularly focusing on the upcoming Royal Rumble. Sean shares his experience of coping with his team's loss in the NFL playoffs, leading to a humorous recount of a 'NASCAR cleanse' he and his daughter undertook. The conversation shifts to wrestling, where they analyze the current WWE landscape, including the potential outcomes of the Royal Rumble and the implications of various storylines, particularly surrounding Sammy Zane and Drew McIntyre. They also touch on the use of AI in content creation and the challenges of maintaining authenticity in the age of technology. In this episode, Sean and Matt dive deep into the latest happenings in the wrestling world, focusing on the recent tournament and character developments. They express their frustrations with the lack of compelling storytelling in the tournament, particularly criticizing the predictable outcomes and missed opportunities for character arcs. The conversation shifts to Gunther's recent matches, where they discuss his portrayal and the potential for future storylines involving other wrestlers like AJ Styles and Jade. They also analyze the dynamics of the women's division, particularly the roles of Becky Lynch, Maxine Dupree, and Natalya, speculating on potential character turns and match outcomes. The episode wraps up with predictions for upcoming matches, emphasizing the importance of character development and storytelling in wrestling.

In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the recent improvements in WWE storylines, the build-up to WrestleMania, and the significance of character development in wrestling. They analyze the women's division and the US title open challenge, highlighting key matches and outcomes. The hosts also review the Three Stages of Hell match and share their thoughts on Drew McIntyre's title win and the potential of J. Von Evans. The episode concludes with a focus on the podcast's growth and audience engagement. In this conversation, Sean and Matt delve into various aspects of wrestling, focusing on character development, the role of comedy, and the dynamics within WWE. They discuss the evolution of characters like CM Punk and Finn Balor, the impact of comedic elements in wrestling, and the significance of managers like Paul Heyman. The conversation also touches on the importance of referees, the tag team landscape, and the character of Gunther, culminating in an analysis of the main event match between AJ Styles and Gunther.

In this episode, Sean and Matt reflect on their podcast journey, discuss recent wrestling events, and share their thoughts on character development in WWE. They highlight emotional moments from the farewell to Highmark Stadium, analyze key matches from SmackDown and Raw, and critique the effectiveness of promos and character arcs. The hosts emphasize the importance of engaging storytelling in wrestling and celebrate their growing audience. In this episode, Matt and Sean discuss the latest developments in WWE, focusing on tag team dynamics, character development, and the women's division. They analyze the Usos' return, the impact of injury angles, and the storytelling surrounding CM Punk's return to the ring. The conversation also touches on future storylines leading to WrestleMania, with predictions about potential outcomes and character arcs.

In this episode, Sean and Matt celebrate the New Year while discussing various wrestling topics, including holiday-themed segments, the rise of new talent in WWE, and predictions for WrestleMania. They emphasize the importance of character development and the transition to a new era in wrestling, advocating for a focus on heel characters and surprising storylines. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of wrestling, focusing on the decline of interactive engagement, the importance of fashion in storytelling, and character development. They discuss the dynamics of the women's championship, Gunther's character, and Austin Theory's rise amidst challenges. The conversation also highlights Becky Lynch's impact on the wrestling scene and the implications of recent title changes. As they look ahead to the new year, the hosts express hopes for improvements in wrestling storytelling and character depth.

In this holiday edition of the podcast, Sean and Matt discuss their recent wrestling experiences, including highlights from SmackDown and Raw. They delve into the current state of WWE, focusing on character development, the transition between eras, and the potential for a 'Year of the Heel.' The conversation also touches on the future of young talents like Carmelo Hayes and the importance of building compelling storylines. They conclude with a fun segment on theories surrounding Austin Theory and reflections on the year in wrestling.

In this episode, hosts Sean and Matt engage in a lively discussion covering various topics, including the recent Patriots game, Gunther's match against John Cena, and the current state of WWE storytelling. They analyze the importance of transitioning talent from NXT to the main roster and the role of legends in wrestling. The conversation also touches on fan reactions and the predictability of storylines, ultimately concluding with thoughts on the future of wrestling and the potential of new talent. In this episode, the hosts discuss the emergence of new talent in WWE, particularly focusing on wrestlers like Oberfemi and Soul Ruka. They reflect on the impact of John Cena's farewell and the legacy he leaves behind. The conversation shifts to the dynamics of tag teams and the potential future of WWE with young talent like Bron Breaker and Logan Paul. The hosts also touch on character development in wrestling, the importance of authenticity in reactions, and the overall direction WWE is heading towards.

In this episode, hosts Sean and Matt share their travel experiences and delve into the latest happenings in WWE, particularly focusing on SmackDown. They discuss the revival of tag team wrestling, analyze Gunther's character and his lack of aura, and speculate on LA Knight's future in the company. The conversation also touches on the potential of Maxine Dupree and the importance of compelling storylines in wrestling. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of WWE, discussing the importance of compelling storylines, character development, and the dynamics of tag teams and women's wrestling. They reflect on the significance of timekeepers, surprise returns, and the role of commentary in enhancing the viewer experience. The discussion also touches on the anticipation for upcoming matches, the stakes of John Cena's last match, and the future of WWE with young talent. The hosts share predictions for Saturday Night's Main Event and emphasize the need for engaging match structures and storytelling.