Before My Head Explodes with Vince Russo

Logan Paul's $100 Million WWE Deal Explained: Why Wrestling Stars Are Choosing Podcasts Over Ring Time | Coach and Bro Show Live | October 27th, 2025

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Full Podcast Summary/Notes (Timestamped)
Opening & Show Introduction (00:00 - 05:00)
  • Coach welcomes listeners to the Coach and Bro Show afternoon pro wrestling program
  • Explains interactive format with super stickers and merchandise giveaways
  • Mentions the coveted "Wheel of Doom" for $10+ super sticker contributors
  • Teases holiday merchandise ideas for loyal listeners
  • References partner Vinny (Vince Russo) being active in wrestling despite Dave Meltzer's incorrect reporting
    • Logan Paul's $100 Million Podcast Deal Analysis (15:00 - 25:00)
    • Major Discussion Point: Logan Paul's podcast rights sold for over $100 million
    • Comparison to the Kelce Brothers' similar $100 million deal structure
    • Key insight: Logan Paul retained his YouTube channel rights (crucial for content creators)
    • Financial breakdown: 5-year deal worth $100 million means $20 million annually
    • Coach's perspective: Why work 40 weeks per year in WWE when you can earn more podcasting?
    • Tommy C agrees that podcast money makes wrestling schedule less appealing
    • Discussion on how companies like Fanatic now handle podcast sales and distribution
      • WWE Raw Commentary & Wrestling Analysis (25:00 - 35:00)
      • Criticism of WWE Raw's repetitive storylines and predictable booking
      • Jade Cargill's heel turn discussed as unsurprising development
      • Coach expresses frustration with "regurgitated" content week after week
      • Analysis of why Jade Cargill's babyface run failed before heel turn
      • Discussion on wrestling industry's current creative challenges
        • UFC 321 Main Event Controversy (35:00 - 40:00)
        • Fan question about UFC 321 main event ending and eye poke controversy
        • Coach addresses how fouls should be handled in UFC competition
        • Tommy C admits he didn't see the fight ending
        • Brief discussion on officiating standards in mixed martial arts
          • Concert Memories & Music Discussion (40:00 - 45:00)
          • Personal anecdotes about attending concerts at small venues
          • Coach's son J.J. brings up a song that "sounds like Will Smith"
          • Nostalgic conversation about supporting artists before they became famous
          • Tommy C shares memories of discovering talent at intimate venues
            • Show Wrap-Up & Monday Night Football Preview (45:00 - 50:35)
            • Announcement of Monday Night Grind show at 7 PM Eastern
            • Team lineup: Coach, Big Tommy, Rafael, and Mikey P for NFL coverage
            • Mention of "Legends Lounge" segment attempts
            • Promotion of interactive Monday Night Football breakdown
            • Thursday show announcement (time TBD, not on Stadium network)
            • Final encouragement to "keep it positive" while watching WWE Raw
            • Sign-off from Coach and Big Tommy C

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