📅 Air Date: 07-07-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher break down one of the busiest weeks in professional wrestling as WWE crowns a brand-new champion, SummerSlam begins to take shape, and both TNA and AEW deliver major events.

The show opens with the biggest talking point of the week as Sami Zayn defeats Cody Rhodes to become WWE Champion. While the victory shocked many fans, the hosts debate whether the result was inevitable given WWE's Saudi Arabia presentation, whether Sami truly looks like a world champion, and why the reaction online has been so divided.

Attention then turns towards SummerSlam, with the championship picture beginning to take shape following Night of Champions. The pair discuss the possibility of Brock Lesnar returning, Oba Femi's growing momentum, Cody Rhodes' next move, and where WWE's biggest stories could be heading over the coming weeks.

The conversation shifts to TNA Slammiversary, with Darragh giving his thoughts on what he considers one of TNA's strongest events in recent memory. The hosts highlight the outstanding Four-Way Tag Team Championship match, Ultimate X, The Hardys' incredible longevity, and why TNA continues to offer one of wrestling's most enjoyable alternatives.

Finally, the focus moves to AEW Forbidden Door, as Kenny Omega and Zack Sabre Jr. steal the weekend with an instant classic while Will Ospreay, Mercedes Moné and the surprise return of Jay White leave fans with plenty to discuss. The hosts also debate whether Forbidden Door should fully embrace dream matches instead of advancing AEW storylines.

🎧 WWE, TNA and AEW analysis, honest opinions, classic wrestling debate and weekly wrestling discussion from fans who still love professional wrestling.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

01:15 Night of Champions Recap

04:00 Sami Zayn Wins the WWE Title

10:30 Is Sami Really World Champion Material?

17:00 Cody Rhodes' Future

20:30 SummerSlam Begins to Take Shape

24:30 Brock Lesnar & Oba Femi Rumours

28:00 TNA Slammiversary Review

34:30 Four-Way Tag Match Steals the Show

39:00 Ultimate X Delivers Again

43:00 Why TNA Is Thriving

47:00 AEW Forbidden Door Review

52:00 Kenny Omega vs Zack Sabre Jr.

56:30 Jay White Returns

59:00 Should Forbidden Door Be Dream Matches Only?

01:05:00 Final Thoughts & Closing

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show introduction

01:15 Night of Champions discussion

04:00 Sami Zayn crowned WWE Champion

10:30 Debating Sami as champion

17:00 What's next for Cody Rhodes?

20:30 SummerSlam starts taking shape

24:30 Brock Lesnar and Oba Femi discussion

28:00 TNA Slammiversary review

34:30 Four-Way Tag Team Championship highlights

39:00 Ultimate X match review

43:00 Why TNA is on the rise

47:00 AEW Forbidden Door review

52:00 Kenny Omega vs Zack Sabre Jr. analysis

56:30 Jay White returns

59:00 The future of Forbidden Door

01:05:00 Closing thoughts

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WWE Night of Champions, TNA Slammiversary & AEW Forbidden Door Preview

📅 Air Date: 27-06-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher return with a special weekend edition as professional wrestling's busiest weekend of the year arrives. With WWE Night of Champions, TNA Slammiversary, and AEW Forbidden Door all taking place within 24 hours, there's plenty to break down.

The show opens with Darragh's exclusive interview with TNA star AJ Francis, who discusses why this year's Slammiversary is the biggest event in TNA's modern history. AJ talks about becoming "Mr. Slammiversary," why TNA thrives when its back is against the wall, and why every wrestler on the card is looking to steal the show.

Attention then turns to TNA Slammiversary, with the hosts previewing one of the strongest cards of the weekend. From the Ultimate X Championship match and the Hardys' latest ladder war to Mike Santana challenging for the TNA World Championship, they explain why TNA could once again steal the weekend.

Next up is AEW Forbidden Door, a show both hosts agree consistently delivers despite their differing opinions on AEW as a whole. They preview Kenny Omega vs Zack Sabre Jr., the Owen Hart Cup Finals, and debate whether Forbidden Door remains AEW's strongest annual event.

Finally, the conversation shifts to WWE Night of Champions from Saudi Arabia. The hosts preview every major match on the card, including the King and Queen of the Ring Finals, Tiffany Stratton vs Jade Cargill, Trick Williams vs Ricky Saints, Braun Breakker vs Seth Rollins inside a Steel Cage, and the Triple Threat World Championship match featuring Cody Rhodes, Gunther and Sami Zayn. Along the way they make bold predictions, discuss the future of Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar's looming return, and ask one big question: can WWE finally end the Cody Coma?

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

01:10 Exclusive Interview – AJ Francis

09:30 Why Slammiversary Matters in 2026

14:30 TNA Slammiversary Preview

20:00 Ultimate X & Ladder Match Breakdown

26:30 Why TNA Could Steal the Weekend

31:00 AEW Forbidden Door Preview

37:00 Kenny Omega vs Zack Sabre Jr.

41:30 Will Ospreay Debate

46:30 WWE Night of Champions Preview

49:00 Queen of the Ring Predictions

53:00 King of the Ring Predictions

57:30 Tiffany Stratton vs Jade Cargill

01:01:00 Trick Williams vs Ricky Saints

01:04:00 Braun Breakker vs Seth Rollins

01:08:00 Cody Rhodes, Gunther & Sami Zayn Predictions

01:13:00 Can WWE Escape the Cody Coma?

01:17:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show introduction

01:10 Exclusive interview with AJ Francis

09:30 AJ Francis on TNA's growth

14:30 TNA Slammiversary preview

20:00 Ultimate X and Tag Team Ladder Match

26:30 Why TNA may steal the weekend

31:00 AEW Forbidden Door preview

37:00 Kenny Omega vs Zack Sabre Jr.

41:30 Will Ospreay discussion

46:30 WWE Night of Champions preview begins

49:00 Queen of the Ring Final predictions

53:00 King of the Ring Final predictions

57:30 Tiffany Stratton vs Jade Cargill

01:01:00 Trick Williams vs Ricky Saints

01:04:00 Braun Breakker vs Seth Rollins Steel Cage Match

01:08:00 Cody Rhodes vs Gunther vs Sami Zayn preview

01:13:00 WWE creative and the "Cody Coma" debate

01:17:00 Closing thoughts and plugs

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The Story Behind One of Wrestling Gaming's Most Passionate Indie Projects

📅 Air Date: 28-04-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This special edition of The Wrestling Rewind sees Darragh sit down with Dave Wishnowski, creator and lead developer of Pro Wrestling X, one of the longest-running independent wrestling game projects ever attempted.

Born out of frustration with the state of wrestling games in the early 2000s, Dave explains how a simple idea shared among wrestling fans online eventually became a full-scale development project. What began in 2002 as a dream to create the wrestling game fans actually wanted has evolved into more than two decades of dedication, perseverance and community support.

The interview explores the incredible journey behind Pro Wrestling X, from leaving a secure job to pursue game development full-time, overcoming countless technical and financial challenges, and staying committed despite the ever-changing wrestling game landscape.

Dave also discusses what makes Pro Wrestling X different from mainstream wrestling titles, the importance of creative freedom, community feedback, and why independent developers can still offer something unique to wrestling fans.

For anyone who loves wrestling games—or simply enjoys hearing the stories behind ambitious indie projects—this is a fascinating look at one developer's determination to build the game he always wanted to play.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

00:45 Meet Dave Wishnowski

02:10 The Birth of Pro Wrestling X

05:30 Leaving Everything Behind

09:15 Building an Indie Wrestling Game

13:30 Community Support Through the Years

17:20 Wrestling Games Then vs Now

22:10 What Makes Pro Wrestling X Different?

27:00 Challenges of Indie Development

31:45 The Future of Pro Wrestling X

36:15 Advice for Aspiring Developers

39:30 Where to Support the Game

41:00 Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

00:45 Meet Dave Wishnowski

02:10 Why Pro Wrestling X was created

05:30 Quitting his job to follow the dream

09:15 Building a wrestling game from scratch

13:30 Keeping the project alive for over 20 years

17:20 The evolution of wrestling games

22:10 What sets Pro Wrestling X apart

27:00 The biggest development challenges

31:45 What's next for the project

36:15 Advice for indie developers

39:30 How fans can support Pro Wrestling X

41:00 Closing thoughts

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📅 Air Date: 27-06-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh O'Connor sits down for an exclusive one-on-one interview with TNA Wrestling's AJ Francis ahead of Slammiversary 2026, live from the Agganis Arena in Boston.

Known as "Mr. Slammiversary," AJ reflects on the matches that helped redefine his career and explains why this year's event is the perfect opportunity for TNA Wrestling to remind the wrestling world exactly who they are.

During the interview, AJ discusses TNA's new era, the company's momentum following its move to AMC, and why he believes TNA always performs at its very best when the pressure is at its highest.

The conversation also covers his remarkable journey from the NFL to professional wrestling, overcoming criticism throughout his career, and the importance of believing in yourself despite what others may say.

Darragh also asks AJ about dream Slammiversary opponents, bringing back the legendary King of the Mountain Match, his respect for AJ Styles, Samoa Joe and Bobby Lashley, and why Moose would be his ideal opponent for a future TNA World Championship main event.

Finally, AJ previews his upcoming Slammiversary match, shares his thoughts on wrestling in front of the passionate Boston crowd, and tells fans why this year's Slammiversary is a must-watch event.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 Show Intro

00:58 Welcome AJ Francis

01:15 Why Slammiversary 2026 Is Special

03:15 Why Fans Should Watch Slammiversary

05:00 Mr. Slammiversary's Legacy

05:45 King of the Mountain Returns?

07:00 From NFL to Wrestling

08:30 Believing in Yourself

10:20 TNA Ahead of the Curve

10:45 Dream Slammiversary Opponents

12:20 AJ Styles, Samoa Joe & Moose

13:30 Boston Crowd Expectations

14:30 Watching TNA on AMC & TNA+

15:20 Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show introduction

00:58 Darragh welcomes AJ Francis

01:15 Why Slammiversary is TNA's biggest opportunity

03:15 Why new fans should watch TNA

05:00 Becoming "Mr. Slammiversary"

05:45 Bringing back King of the Mountain

07:00 NFL to WWE to TNA journey

08:30 Handling criticism and believing in yourself

10:20 TNA's innovation in wrestling

10:45 Dream Slammiversary opponents

12:20 AJ Styles, Samoa Joe, Bobby Lashley and Moose

13:30 Boston crowd expectations

14:30 Where to watch TNA Wrestling

15:20 Closing remarks

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📅 Air Date: 20-06-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher tackle one of the most surprising weeks in recent wrestling news before revisiting one of the greatest events in NXT history.

The show begins with the huge backstage shake-up inside TNA Wrestling, following the departures of Tommy Dreamer, Sami Callihan, Tessa Blanchard and several key backstage personnel. The hosts discuss what these changes really mean for TNA, why fans shouldn't jump to conclusions about the company's future, and whether the promotion is simply entering a new creative era ahead of Slammiversary.

Next, the pair turn their attention to the latest CM Punk rumours, as speculation once again claims Punk could be leaving WWE. Darragh and Christopher explain why the story refuses to disappear, WWE's response to the reports, and why a return to AEW remains highly unlikely.

The discussion continues with reports that Mick Foley wants one final wrestling match. While fans would love to see the Hardcore Legend one last time, the hosts debate whether another hardcore match would be worth the risk given Foley's decades of injuries and punishment.

Finally, this week's Wrestling Time Machine heads back to NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn (2015)—the event that many consider the beginning of NXT's golden era. From Jushin Thunder Liger's unforgettable WWE debut to Bayley and Sasha Banks delivering an all-time classic, before Finn Bálor and Kevin Owens closed the show in a spectacular ladder match, the team revisits one of WWE's finest events of the modern era.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

01:15 Summer Heat & Air Conditioning Chat

04:20 Massive TNA Shake-Up

09:15 Tommy Dreamer Leaves TNA

13:10 Tessa Blanchard's Exit Explained

18:00 Is TNA Really in Trouble?

22:30 CM Punk Rumours Return

27:45 WWE Responds

31:00 SummerSlam Stadium Update

33:00 Mick Foley's Last Match Debate

40:00 Wrestling Time Machine Begins

41:30 NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn Overview

44:00 Jushin Thunder Liger vs Tyler Breeze

47:30 NXT Tag Team Championship

50:30 Samoa Joe vs Baron Corbin

54:30 Bayley vs Sasha Banks Classic

59:30 Finn Bálor vs Kevin Owens Ladder Match

01:08:00 Final Ratings & Closing Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro and opening discussion

01:15 Summer weather and air conditioning chat

04:20 TNA backstage shake-up explained

09:15 Tommy Dreamer and Sami Callihan departures

13:10 Tessa Blanchard chooses CMLL

18:00 What the changes mean for TNA

22:30 CM Punk rumours return again

27:45 WWE shuts down the speculation

31:00 SummerSlam stadium update

33:00 Should Mick Foley wrestle again?

40:00 Wrestling Time Machine returns

41:30 NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn (2015) begins

44:00 Jushin Thunder Liger vs Tyler Breeze

47:30 NXT Tag Team Championship review

50:30 Samoa Joe vs Baron Corbin

54:30 Bayley vs Sasha Banks revisited

59:30 Finn Bálor vs Kevin Owens ladder classic

01:08:00 Final thoughts and show wrap-up

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📅 Air Date: 18-06-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher tackle one of the most ridiculous wrestling rumours of the year as reports claiming CM Punk is preparing to leave WWE begin spreading across social media.

The pair break down why the story makes little sense, discuss Punk's current standing within WWE, and explore the growing possibility of a major SummerSlam programme involving Cody Rhodes. Could Punk finally be the man to end what Christopher has officially dubbed "The Cody Coma"?

The conversation then shifts to WWE's King and Queen of the Ring tournaments.

Attention also turns to WWE's increasingly strange scheduling decisions, including Money in the Bank being pushed back yet again. With SummerSlam approaching and major stars potentially heading off for Hollywood commitments, the duo debate whether significant title changes may be on the horizon.

Over in TNA, excitement continues to build ahead of Slammiversary. From Ultimate X to championship ladder matches and a stacked title card, Darragh explains why TNA currently feels like the most complete wrestling product heading into one of the busiest weekends of the year.

Finally, the Wrestling Rewind Time Machine heads back to King of the Ring 2001, one of WWE's most beloved pay-per-views. The hosts revisit Edge's breakthrough tournament victory, Kurt Angle's incredible performance throughout the night, and the legendary Street Fight between Kurt Angle and Shane McMahon that remains one of the most brutal matches in company history.

🎧 Wrestling news, classic wrestling discussion, honest opinions and weekly analysis from fans who still love professional wrestling.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

02:00 Masters of the Universe Review

05:00 CM Punk Leaving WWE Rumours

11:00 Why The Punk Story Makes No Sense

16:00 CM Punk vs Cody Rhodes?

20:00 Enter The Cody Coma

25:00 King & Queen of the Ring Discussion

31:00 WWE's Tournament Problem

36:00 Why King of the Ring Should Build Stars

42:00 Money in the Bank Moves Again

47:00 TNA Slammiversary Preview

53:00 What Is Ultimate X?

57:00 Wrestling's Huge June Weekend

01:02:00 Forbidden Door vs Slammiversary

01:07:00 King of the Ring 2001 Review Begins

01:11:00 Edge Wins King of the Ring

01:15:00 Jeff Hardy vs X-Pac

01:19:00 Kurt Angle's Incredible Night

01:23:00 Shane McMahon Street Fight Classic

01:30:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro

02:00 Masters of the Universe discussion

05:00 CM Punk departure rumours debunked

11:00 Why WWE isn't losing Punk

16:00 SummerSlam possibilities for CM Punk

20:00 The Cody Coma discussion

25:00 King and Queen of the Ring review

31:00 Problems with WWE's tournament structure

36:00 How WWE could create new stars

42:00 Money in the Bank schedule changes

47:00 TNA Slammiversary preview

53:00 Ultimate X explained

57:00 Wrestling's crowded June schedule

01:02:00 Forbidden Door versus Slammiversary

01:07:00 King of the Ring 2001 retrospective

01:11:00 Edge's breakout tournament win

01:15:00 Jeff Hardy versus X-Pac

01:19:00 Kurt Angle steals the show

01:23:00 Kurt Angle vs Shane McMahon review

01:30:00 Closing thoughts and plugs

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📅 Air Date: 02-06-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher dive into a frustrating week for WWE while celebrating one of the most surprising wrestling shows of the year.

The discussion begins with the return of the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments. While the prestigious tournaments once helped launch careers and create wrestling legends, both hosts question WWE's modern format and debate whether the concept still carries the same importance it once did.

Attention then turns to AEW's recent pay-per-view success. Despite criticism often aimed at the company, Darragh highlights why AEW's latest event delivered where WWE continues to struggle, praising the in-ring quality and overall presentation.

The pair also discuss Mick Foley's appearance in AEW and react to reports that the hardcore legend may be considering one final match. Is there still room for Foley in a wrestling ring, or is this a step too far?

The main event discussion focuses on WWE's Clash in Italy. Despite a passionate European crowd and an impressive venue in Milan, both hosts found the show disappointingly forgettable. From Cody Rhodes defeating Gunther to Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi and Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill, they break down what went wrong and why WWE's creative momentum appears to be fading.

Finally, they review AAA's spectacular free YouTube event, headlined by El Grande Americano vs El Hijo del Vikingo in a brutal Mask vs Mask encounter that many are already calling a Match of the Year contender. Could AAA become WWE's own internal competition much like NXT once was?

🎧 Wrestling news, honest opinions, classic wrestling discussion, and weekly analysis from fans who still love professional wrestling.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

00:50 NBA Finals & Stanley Cup Talk

03:00 King & Queen of the Ring Returns

06:30 Why WWE's Tournament Format Fails

11:00 Can King of the Ring Matter Again?

16:00 AEW's Double or Nothing Success

21:30 Why AEW Feels Different to WWE

25:00 Mick Foley Appears in AEW

28:30 Should Mick Foley Wrestle Again?

34:00 Clash in Italy Review Begins

36:30 Cody Rhodes vs Gunther Discussion

40:00 Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca

43:00 Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi

46:00 Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill

49:00 Why WWE Feels Stale Right Now

52:00 AAA Steals the Weekend

55:00 Mask vs Mask Match Review

58:00 Match of the Year Contender?

01:01:00 Final Thoughts & Wrap Up

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro and sports discussion

00:50 Stanley Cup and NBA Finals chat

03:00 King and Queen of the Ring begins

06:30 Problems with WWE's tournament format

11:00 Can King of the Ring still create stars?

16:00 AEW's latest pay-per-view success

21:30 AEW versus WWE presentation styles

25:00 Mick Foley arrives in AEW

28:30 Debate over one final Foley match

34:00 Clash in Italy review

36:30 Cody Rhodes defeats Gunther

40:00 Becky Lynch vs Sol Ruca analysis

43:00 Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi rivalry continues

46:00 Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill discussion

49:00 WWE's current creative issues

52:00 AAA's breakout weekend

55:00 El Grande Americano vs El Hijo del Vikingo

58:00 Match of the Year discussion

01:01:00 Closing thoughts and plugs

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📅 Air Date: 05-06-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on Nerd To Know Basis, Cian and Darragh begin on a more reflective note as they pay tribute to several beloved figures from film, television, comics and voice acting who passed away during the week.

The discussion opens with the news of the passing of Anthony Stewart Head & acclaimed graphic novelist Marjane Satrapi, whose groundbreaking autobiographical graphic novel Persepolis.

Switching gears, Darragh finally delivers his long-awaited review of The Mandalorian & Grogu. While he argues the film never truly justifies its existence as a theatrical release, he also pushes back against some of the harsher online criticism.

The show then turns to one of the year's most surprising success stories: The Backrooms. Based on the internet horror phenomenon, the film represents one of the first major attempts to successfully adapt a modern online mythology for mainstream audiences. Darragh explains why the movie's strange atmosphere, practical effects and commitment to its source material make it stand apart from previous internet-inspired adaptations such as Slender Man and Five Nights at Freddy's. The hosts explore how internet-native horror is beginning to develop into a legitimate filmmaking movement and why younger audiences have embraced it so enthusiastically.

Finally, Cian delivers his full review of Spider-Noir starring Nicolas Cage. Set in a stylised Depression-era New York, the series follows an ageing Spider-Man working as a private investigator while navigating corruption, organised crime and familiar Spider-Man villains reimagined through a noir lens.

The episode closes with a larger discussion about modern fandom, creative risk-taking, and why audiences continue to respond to projects created by people who genuinely love and understand the source material.

🎧 From Buffy and Persepolis to Spider-Man, Star Wars, internet horror and noir detectives . This is a packed episode about storytelling, legacy and the future of geek culture.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 Welcome To The Show

00:45 Anthony Stewart Head Tribute

05:00 Giles, Buffy & Legacy

09:30 Remembering Marjane Satrapi

13:00 Persepolis & Maus Discussion

18:00 Mandalorian & Grogu Review

23:00 Is It Really A Movie?

28:00 Disney's Star Wars Problem

32:00 The Backrooms Review

36:00 Internet Horror Goes Mainstream

40:00 YouTubers Making Movies

43:00 Spider-Noir Review

47:00 Nicolas Cage Shines Again

50:00 Why Spider-Noir Works

52:00 Future Of Spider-Man TV

53:00 Show Outro

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Phoenix FM introduction

00:45 Remembering Anthony Stewart Head

05:00 Buffy, Merlin and television legacy

09:30 Marjane Satrapi tribute

13:00 Persepolis and graphic novel discussion

18:00 The Mandalorian & Grogu review

23:00 Why it feels like a TV season

28:00 Disney Star Wars discussion

32:00 The Backrooms review

36:00 Internet horror and modern fandom

40:00 YouTube creators entering filmmaking

43:00 Spider-Noir full review

47:00 Nicolas Cage performance discussion

50:00 Spider-Man adaptations and noir storytelling

52:00 Future Spider-Man projects

53:00 Closing thoughts

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📅 Air Date: 30-05-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher return after a short break to tackle some of the biggest stories currently shaping the wrestling world.

We begin with the injury suffered by Logan Paul at Saturday Night's Main Event, discussing the impact of a torn tricep, what it means for The Vision faction, and how WWE may have to adjust its plans heading into SummerSlam.

The conversation then turns to the mystery surrounding CM Punk's absence from WWE television. Is Punk simply taking a well-earned break, or is there more to the story? We also discuss the recent fan interaction controversy involving Punk and why wrestler safety and fan behaviour remain important topics.

We break down Brock Lesnar's shocking return, his renewed rivalry with Oba Femi, and speculate on where WWE may be heading with one of its biggest attractions heading into SummerSlam season.

The AEW discussion focuses on Warner Bros. Discovery, media rights concerns, streaming services, and whether the future of professional wrestling may eventually move entirely away from traditional television.

Finally, we jump back into the Time Machine to revisit No Mercy 1999 (UK), one of WWE's forgotten Attitude Era events. Featuring Stone Cold Steve Austin battling Triple H and The Undertaker, Shane McMahon's rise as WWE's top villain, and a unique snapshot of wrestling during one of the most chaotic periods in company history.

🎧 Wrestling news, industry discussion, classic wrestling reviews, and honest opinions every week.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

00:57 Christopher Returns to the Show

02:30 Logan Paul Injury Update

05:10 What Happens to The Vision?

08:00 WWE's Tag Team Division Problems

10:45 Where Is CM Punk?

14:00 CM Punk Fan Incident Discussion

18:00 Wrestling Fans Crossing the Line

22:00 Brock Lesnar's Return Explained

26:00 Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi Debate

30:30 SummerSlam Predictions

33:45 AEW's Future on Television

37:30 Streaming vs Traditional TV

41:30 Could AEW Survive Without Cable?

44:00 Time Machine – No Mercy 1999 (UK)

46:00 Shane McMahon's European Championship

48:00 Stone Cold vs Triple H vs Undertaker

50:00 Best and Worst Matches on the Card

52:30 Final Thoughts on No Mercy 1999

54:30 Show Wrap-Up

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro and welcome back

00:57 Christopher's return and podcast recommendations

02:30 Logan Paul injury and recovery timeline

05:10 The future of The Vision faction

08:00 WWE's lack of tag team depth

10:45 Where has CM Punk been?

14:00 CM Punk and fan interaction controversy

18:00 Wrestler safety and fan entitlement discussion

22:00 Brock Lesnar returns to WWE

26:00 Brock Lesnar vs Oba Femi rivalry analysis

30:30 SummerSlam booking predictions

33:45 AEW media rights concerns

37:30 Streaming services replacing cable television

41:30 Could AEW move to a direct-to-consumer model?

44:00 Time Machine: No Mercy 1999 (UK)

46:00 Shane McMahon and the European Championship

48:00 Stone Cold vs Triple H vs Undertaker main event

50:00 Match highlights and low points

52:30 Final review score and thoughts

54:30 Closing remarks and plugs

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📅 Air Date: 29-05-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on Nerd To Know Basis, Cian and Kev battle Ireland's brief but devastating heatwave before diving into a packed discussion covering gaming, television, Spider-Man, noir detective stories, and some surprising industry announcements.

The show opens with an apology for the absence of the planned Mandalorian & Grogu review, after their designated reviewer unexpectedly left the country. Instead, the pair pivot into gaming as Kev shares his recent experiences finishing his Resident Evil marathon, including a brutal setback during a professional difficulty speedrun of Resident Evil 4 Remake that erased four hours of progress in a single missed shot. Kev then reviews Mouse: P.I. For Hire. The gaming discussion continues with an extensive look at Pragmata, Capcom's long-awaited new sci-fi action title.

Switching to television, Cian introduces The Burrows and Spider-Noir, the long-awaited live-action adaptation starring Nicolas Cage. Set in a stylised Depression-era world, the series follows a retired Spider-Man working as a private investigator who becomes entangled in a conspiracy involving classic Spider-Man villains. The pair explore the show's striking black-and-white presentation, its surprisingly faithful use of comic lore, and why Nicolas Cage feels perfectly suited to the role.

To close out the show, Kev recommends the latest season of Game Changer, Dropout's increasingly popular comedy game show. The hosts discuss how its constantly changing format creates one of the most inventive comedy series currently available online, drawing comparisons to Taskmaster while embracing its own uniquely chaotic style.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 Heatwave Complaints

01:45 Missing Mandalorian Review

03:30 Resident Evil Disaster

05:20 Mouse: P.I. For Hire Review

11:30 Cartoon Noir & Mouse Nazis

15:00 Pragmata Overview

18:00 Robot Daughter Mechanics

22:00 Why Pragmata Works

27:00 Summer Games Fest Preview

29:30 Witcher 3 New Expansion

34:00 Retro Gaming Discussion

39:00 Danganronpa & Phoenix Wright

31:30 The Burrows Review

41:00 Retirement Home Mystery

46:00 Spider-Noir Begins

50:00 Nicolas Cage As Spider-Man

53:00 Game Changer Recommendation

55:00 Closing Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Phoenix FM introduction

01:45 Missing Mandalorian & The Boys review update

03:30 Resident Evil 4 remake speedrun disaster

05:20 Mouse: P.I. For Hire review

11:30 Animation style and historical themes

15:00 Pragmata first impressions

18:00 Combat and companion mechanics

22:00 Story, characters and presentation

27:00 Summer Games Fest discussion

29:30 Witcher 3 expansion announcement

34:00 Console generations and gaming nostalgia

39:00 Danganronpa discussion

31:30 The Burrows review

41:00 Mystery, horror and ageing themes

46:00 Spider-Noir review

50:00 Spider-Man lore and Nicolas Cage performance

53:00 Game Changer recommendation

55:00 Show outro

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