Is It A Classic?

30 men enter but only 1 man can be left standing. Who will go on to the Wrestlemania main event? The Royal Rumble is one of the most talked about and most anticipated matches each year on the wrestling calendar and 2001 did not disappoint. From big spots, big returns, big surprises and a big red machine, this match lives on as one of the best Rumbles of all time. So, it's time for us to put it through the SCIENCE~! and determine if it is, in fact a classic.  We also talk about who should #hanginthere this week, what is smells like, lots of great (or terrible) Steve Austin impressions and much more. Check it out!

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Timestamps:
1:11 Intro
3:45 Recent Wrestling
13:08 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
15:10 Match Background/Build 
21:00 Match Breakdown
47:05 Is It A Classic?

It's the in-ring debut of one of the most dominate, destructive forces in WWE history: The Shield. As a last minute match is made, they are tasked with taking down Team Hell No (Kane and Daniel Bryan) and Ryback. And this isn't any ordinary match, it's a Tables, Ladders and Chairs match with a victory coming by pinfall or submission only. Is it a classic? Does Ryback mess everything up? We break it down. We also discuss who should hang in there this week, a little Rumble fantasy booking, Danny compliments people you wouldn't expect, and much more. Check it out!

Follow us on instagram @classic_pod or e-mail us at [email protected]. Have a match you think is a classic and you want to hear on this podcast, send us a message and you may hear your match on an upcoming show!

Timestamps:
0:54 Intro
3:14 Booking the Rumble
8:30 Recent Wrestling
25:50 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
28:09 Match Background/Build
37:47 Match Breakdown
53:00 Is It A Classic?

Two of the biggest names in modern wrestling clash at the last ever No Mercy PPV.  Their mic battles led to this battle. This is a potential torch passing moment from one generation's star to the next. This match had big moves, lots of finishers hit and a crowd that hated both men. Is it a classic? We'll use our ~SCIENCE and let you know. Also, we discuss who should #hanginthere this week, we make predictions for something you've already seen, we crown our listener of the year, and much much more. Check it out!

Follow us on instagram @classic_pod or e-mail us at [email protected]. Got a match you think is a classic? Hit us up and let us know why. We might just feature it on the podcast!

Timestamps:
1:04 Intro
3:19 Recent Wrestling
16:27 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
18:41 Responding To Ric Flair
21:00 Match Background/Build
36:17 Match Breakdown
49:50 Is It A Classic?

THE MATCH BEYOND! SUBMIT OR SURRENDER! One of the most famous matches of one of the most famous types of matches happened in Phoenix, AZ in WCW. Eight of the biggest stars of wrestling found in the brutal WAR GAMES match where there were no countouts, no DQs, no rules.  We put it through our brand new science to determine if it is, definitely, a classic. Plus we discuss the Wangman, we botch a lot, who is fryin', who needs to get off TV and who has got your money. Check it out!

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Timestamps:
1:13 Intro
4:47 Recent Wrestling
23:53 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
27:04 Match Background/Build
36:26 Match Breakdown
52:44 Is It A Classic?

Who is the master and ruler of the world? Who is the showstopper? Who is the WWF Champion? Who can bring us a classic match? The main event of Survivor Series 1996 brought a long term storyline to a head as HBK Shawn Michaels and Sycho Sid clashed for the biggest prize in the game. Is it a classic? We break it down for you. Also, we discuss some fantasy booking ideas, ass builds, hogs, and more! Check it out!

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It's a double billing! We dive into *two* matches this week to use our SCIENCE to determine if either are a classic. We start with the opening bout of Wrestlemania 7 featuring future multi-time HOF'r Shawn Michaels and Marty Janetty taking on Haku and the Barbarian. We finish with the No Holds Barred Falls Count Anywhere affair between a young Randall and a full head of hair Foley. Did either pass through as a classic? We also talk about some positive thoughts on WWE, why you should face facts, and a whole lotta apple pie. Check it out!

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Timestamps:
0:58 Intro and How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
3:25 The Opening Bout
4:20 First Match Background/Build
9:22 First Match Breakdown
16:57 Is It A Classic?
27:45 Recent Wrestling Thoughts
42:57 Main Event Background/Build
56:25 Main Event Breakdown
1:10:55 Is It A Classic?

WARNING: This episode contains discussion of Chris Benoit. Although we do not dive into the tragedy, we understand that discussion of him can make some uneasy. This was a tough episode for us to record so we understand proceeding with caution. Listener discretion is advised.

A rematch of the main event of Wrestlemania XX (don't you DARE say 20, you pronounce the X!) headlines Backlash 2004, in the middle of the first draft lottery in WWF's history. Does this match hold up to it's predecessor? Is it a classic? We also talk Full Gear, have numerous music drops, name our IIAC listener of the week and much more! 

Follow us on instagram @ classic_pod or e-mail us at [email protected]. Have a match suggestion for review? Reach out to us and tell us why you think it's a classic and we might feature it on the pod!

Timestamps:
1:35 Intro
5:45 Full Gear Thoughts
22:20 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
23:57 Match Background/Build
36:39 Match Breakdown
52:50 Is It A Classic?

20 years ago, the greatest collection of wrestling stars got together for the biggest 5v5 Survivor Series match of all time. On one side you have Big Show, Kane, Undertaker, Chris Jericho and the Rock representing Team WWF. On the other side you have Stone Cold Steve Austin, Kurt Angle, RVD, Booker T and Shane McMahon representing Team Alliance. It's winner take all for control (or something). With such star power, it must be a classic, right? Tune in to find out! We also discuss Eddie Kingston, odd couples, who is sandbagging, who is being sandbagged, a controversial pick for our next match and much more, check it out!

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Timestamps:
1:04 Intro
5:05 Recent Wrestling
21:12 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
22:57 Match Background/Build
40:57 Match Breakdown
58:09 Is It A Classic?

It's THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE. A battle between the two biggest stars of the late 80s/early 90s. Title vs. Title. Tassles vs. Bandana. Bald vs. Teased. The little warriors vs. the Hulkamaniacs. One of the biggest marquee matches of all time happened at Wrestlemania 6. Undoubtedly the world was watching then, but were they watching a classic? We break it down and tell you definitively if it was.  We also talk about Bryan Danielson being Adam Sandler, a familiar face should hang in there, brother is said alot, someone gets choked unconscious and much more! 

Follow us on instagram at classic_pod or e-mail us at [email protected]. 

Timestamps:
0:48 Intro
6:47 Breaking News
12:25 Recent Wrestling
18:49 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
20:30 Match Background/Build
35:15 Match Breakdown
52:23 Is It A Classic?

WE BACK BABY! Two of AEW's young up and comers battle it out in their former promotion called WWE for the WWE Championship. This match was put in the middle of one of the all time great (bizarro world) shows. How did it fare? Could these two masters of their crafts put together a classic? It's a heated debate so check it out. We also discuss Eve Torres, reading tweets in someone's voice, we both cut promos on each other, and much more!

Find us on instagram at classic_pod or e-mail us at [email protected]

Timestamps:
0:52 Intro
4:00 We Cut Fantasy Football Promos
10:58 Since We've Been Gone
23:25 How Do We Determine "Is It A Classic?"
24:44 Match Background/Build
33:15 Match Breakdown
42:15 Is It A Classic?