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📅 Air Date: 21-04-26

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, we are right in the middle of WrestleMania chaos, recording just hours before Night One kicks off. The big question: can WrestleMania 42 actually deliver after one of the messiest builds in recent memory?

We break down the full card, why Night One feels like filler, and why Night Two might have to do all the heavy lifting. From CM Punk vs Roman Reigns to concerns around Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and the overall direction of WWE creative, nothing is off limits.

We also dive into the shocking reported WWE return of Paige, what it means for the women’s division, and whether this is a nostalgia play or a genuine long-term move.

Over in AEW, we talk one of the most baffling booking decisions in recent memory, as Kenny Omega, MJF, and Darby Allin collide in a finish that left fans stunned for all the wrong reasons.

Plus:

Chris Jericho’s latest reinvention

TNA building momentum again with the return of Lockdown

And why every major company somehow had a chaotic week

🎧 Honest, opinionated wrestling talk as always.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 – WrestleMania Weekend Chaos

02:30 – WWE Build Feels Broken

05:40 – Paige WWE Return Reaction

09:30 – Women’s Division Direction

12:30 – Chris Jericho’s New Gimmick

16:30 – AEW Own Goal Booking

20:40 – MJF, Omega & Darby Debate

24:30 – Why AEW Gets in Its Own Way

28:00 – TNA Rebellion Fallout

31:00 – Lockdown Returns Explained

34:30 – WrestleMania 42 Night One Preview

39:00 – Matches Nobody Cares About

43:30 – Night One Predictions

48:30 – Night Two Feels Like the Real Show

52:00 – Oba Femi vs Brock Lesnar

54:11:00 Final thoughts and expectations

🎧 Spotify-Formatted Timestamps

00:00 Intro and WrestleMania weekend chaos

02:30 WWE build issues heading into WrestleMania 42

05:40 Paige reportedly returning to WWE

09:30 Women’s division direction and future stars

12:30 Chris Jericho’s new AEW character

16:30 AEW booking criticism and recent decisions

20:40 MJF vs Kenny Omega vs Darby Allin fallout

24:30 Why AEW keeps hurting its own momentum

28:00 TNA Rebellion review and key takeaways

31:00 Lockdown returning and what it means

34:30 WrestleMania 42 Night One preview

39:00 Weak matches and lack of interest

43:30 Night One predictions

48:30 Why Night Two feels more important

52:00 Oba Femi vs Brock Lesnar discussion

54:11:00 Final thoughts and expectations

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📅 Air Date: 24-04-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher dive headfirst into one of the most chaotic weeks on the road to WrestleMania — and somehow, it all gets even messier.

We kick things off with the biggest talking point in wrestling right now: Pat McAfee’s shocking heel turn and alignment with Randy Orton. Is this a bold new direction or a completely misjudged move driven by corporate influence? The lads break down the backlash, the rushed storytelling, and why fans are already turning on the angle.

From there, we get into CM Punk’s explosive pipebomb promo on Raw, taking aim at McAfee, Roman Reigns, and the state of WWE itself. Did Punk just save the storyline — or expose even more cracks in the build?

We also dig into the ongoing issues with Cody Rhodes as champion, the lack of clear direction heading into WrestleMania, and the growing feeling that creative decisions are being made on the fly. Plus, discussion on ticket price backlash and why WrestleMania might not be the guaranteed sellout it once was.

Over in TNA, there’s a refreshing dose of chaos done right — with the return of Abyss, the eerie presence of Father James Mitchell, and a renewed focus on character-driven storytelling. But not everything is smooth sailing, as reports emerge of talent being pulled from AEW crossover events during WrestleMania weekend.

Finally, we jump into the Time Machine for a painful revisit of WrestleMania IX — the infamous “toga party” in Las Vegas. From The Undertaker vs Giant Gonzalez to Hulk Hogan’s baffling last-minute title win, it’s a reminder that things can always be worse… somehow.

🎧 Real talk, strong opinions, and a look at wrestling’s past and present colliding in the wildest ways.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 Wrestling Rewind Intro

00:55 Chaos Week in Wrestling

02:30 Pat McAfee Heel Turn Reaction

07:00 Corporate Influence in WWE?

11:30 CM Punk Pipebomb Returns

16:00 Punk vs McAfee & Roman Reigns

20:00 Cody Rhodes Problems Continue

24:00 WrestleMania Build Falling Flat

28:00 Ticket Price Backlash

31:30 TNA’s Spooky Comeback (Abyss Returns)

35:00 TNA vs AEW Crossover Issues

39:00 Too Much Wrestling?

42:00 Time Machine – WrestleMania IX

44:00 The Toga Party Disaster

46:00 Undertaker vs Giant Gonzalez

47:30 Hogan’s Infamous Title Win

49:00 Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro and Phoenix FM opening

00:55 Chaotic week overview

02:30 Pat McAfee heel turn discussion

07:00 TKO influence and creative direction

11:30 CM Punk pipebomb promo breakdown

16:00 Punk targeting McAfee and Reigns

20:00 Cody Rhodes booking issues

24:00 WrestleMania build concerns

28:00 Ticket pricing backlash

31:30 TNA creative highlights and Abyss return

35:00 TNA/AEW crossover complications

39:00 Wrestling overload discussion

42:00 Time Machine: WrestleMania IX

44:00 Las Vegas “toga party” setting

46:00 Undertaker vs Giant Gonzalez

47:30 Hulk Hogan title controversy

49:00 Closing thoughts and plugs

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This week’s Nerd To Know Basis dives into a surprisingly wide mix of topics as Kev returns from the academic trenches and immediately brings chaos, opinions, and a deep dive into one of gaming’s most iconic franchises.

📅 Air Date: 31-03-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

🎥 YouTube Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Kev Returns (College Chaos)

00:57 – “Old Uncle Kev” Energy & Show Setup

01:22 – Marvel Catch-Up: Daredevil: Born Again & Wonder Man

02:39 – Marvel Momentum: The Punisher, Spider-Man & Connectivity

03:35 – Jon Bernthal & Character-Driven Casting

04:41 – Tom Holland Era & Growing Up Spider-Man

05:53 – Fantastic Four Potential & MCU Future

07:09 – Disney, AI & Industry Concerns Begin

07:42 – Sora Shutdown Explained

09:06 – AI Bubble, Tech Hype & Market Reality

11:23 – Public Pushback Against AI Tools

13:06 – Ethics: Copyright, Environment & Creativity Debate

15:58 – Why AI Feels “Off” Creatively

17:01 – The Muppets Return & Streaming Success

18:26 – Modern Format & Viral Potential of Muppets

19:46 – Streaming, Guests & Star Power Discussion

20:07 – Star Trek Slowdown & Franchise Uncertainty

21:50 – Star Trek: Strange New Worlds & Future Projects

23:41 – Paramount Strategy & Franchise Momentum

25:23 – State of Star Trek vs Other Franchises

29:59 – 30 Years of Resident Evil Begins

30:21 – What Is Resident Evil? (Beginner Breakdown)

31:57 – Origins: Horror, Camp & Survival Mechanics

34:56 – Classic Controls & Game Design Explained

36:30 – Story Structure & Characters

37:42 – Resident Evil 3: Nemesis & Early Innovation

40:17 – Resident Evil 4 & Industry Impact

42:20 – Action Era vs Horror Roots

44:23 – Franchise Evolution & Tone Shifts

46:58 – Ranking & Reviewing the Games (Rapid Fire)

49:39 – Resident Evil 7: Biohazard – Pure Horror Return

50:03 – Resident Evil Village – Camp Meets Horror

50:23 – Resident Evil 9 – Mixed Feelings

52:23 – Final Verdict on Resident Evil Today

53:01 – Best Way to Start the Series

55:20 – Final Thoughts & Recommendations

55:49 – Outro

🎧 Spotify Chapters

00:00 Intro & Kev Returns

01:22 Marvel Catch-Up

02:39 MCU Connectivity & Punisher Talk

05:53 Fantastic Four & Future Setup

07:09 AI & Disney Discussion

07:42 Sora Shutdown Explained

11:23 Public Reaction to AI

13:06 Ethics & Creative Concerns

17:01 Muppets Comeback

20:07 Star Trek Slowdown

21:50 Strange New Worlds & Future

25:23 Franchise Strategy Talk

29:59 Resident Evil Retrospective Begins

30:21 What is Resident Evil?

34:56 Gameplay & Mechanics

37:42 Resident Evil 3 & Innovation

40:17 Resident Evil 4 Impact

44:23 Franchise Evolution

46:58 Game-by-Game Breakdown

49:39 Resident Evil 7

50:03 Resident Evil Village

50:23 Resident Evil 9 Review

53:01 Where to Start

55:49 Outro

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Spider-Man Hype, Movie Surprises & Theme Park Rants

📅 Air Date: 31-03-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week’s Nerd To Know Basis Show is a packed, globe-trotting episode as Dara checks in from Edinburgh (with a working mic this time 🎤), and the lads dive headfirst into a surprisingly stacked movie week—plus some passionate (and slightly chaotic) theme park world-building.

🎬 Movie Round-Up Highlights

🧟‍♀️ The Bride

A bold, messy, but intriguing reimagining of the Frankenstein mythos. Directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal and starring Christian Bale, it swings big with style and ideas—even if it doesn’t always stick the landing.

💰 How to Make a Killing

A slick, old-school-feeling crime story led by Glen Powell, packed with standout supporting turns (including a scene-stealing cameo from Topher Grace). Think classic cinema vibes with a modern edge.

🚀 Project Hail Mary

From the minds behind The Martian and Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs—and starring Ryan Gosling—this sci-fi adventure mixes high-stakes extinction with unexpected charm. Not quite what the trailers promised, but a heartfelt, oddball ride.

🕸️ Spider-Man Trailer Talk

The big headline this week: a fresh look at the next Spider-Man film—and there’s real excitement.

A more mature Peter Parker, post-Spider-Man: No Way Home

Street-level stakes (finally!)

Teases of The Punisher, Daredevil, and ninja chaos

Less multiverse spectacle, more actual Spider-Man storytelling

Verdict: cautious optimism… but genuine hype.

🎢 Bonus Tangent of the Week

The lads revisit the bizarre “K-pop Forever” live show controversy in Ireland

Dara pitches (again 😅) a full-on Imperial experience in Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge

Key takeaway: Disney is leaving money on the table—and someone needs to arrest Chewbacca already

💬 Final Thoughts

A refreshing week of non-franchise movies (mostly), big swings in storytelling, and a reminder that sometimes you just want a solid “movie movie.”

Plus… yeah, okay… we’re all still going to see Spider-Man.

🎥 YouTube Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Show Setup

00:30 – Dara in Edinburgh (AI Conference + Setup Struggles)

01:15 – Spider-Man Trailer Buzz (First Reactions Tease)

01:47 – K-Pop Forever Controversy Follow-Up

03:13 – Willy Wonka Experience & “The Unknown” Rant

04:24 – Disney Parks, Star Wars & Galaxy’s Edge Discussion

07:52 – Theme Park Pricing & Missed Opportunities

08:19 – Imperial Fantasy: Let the Empire Win?!

12:06 – Star Tours & Replayability in Theme Parks

15:18 – Wrapping the Disney Rant

17:31 – Movie Section Begins

17:44 – The Bride Review (Christian Bale, Style vs Story)

24:28 – Strengths & Weaknesses of The Bride

29:11 – How to Make a Killing Review (Glen Powell)

33:16 – “Movie Movies” vs Modern Cinema

35:15 – Project Hail Mary Review (Ryan Gosling)

40:47 – Tone Clash: Serious Sci-Fi vs Goofy Charm

43:56 – Are Mid-Budget Movies Back?

45:01 – Spider-Man Trailer Deep Dive

48:31 – MCU Direction & Future Concerns

52:33 – Marvel Fatigue & Quality Control

55:02 – Young Avengers Problem

55:54 – Outro & YouTube Plug

🎧 Spotify Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:30 Edinburgh Check-In

01:47 K-Pop Show Follow-Up

03:13 Willy Wonka Experience Talk

04:24 Disney & Star Wars Parks Discussion

08:19 Imperial Theme Park Ideas

12:06 Star Tours & Replayability

17:31 Movie Reviews Begin

17:44 The Bride Review

29:11 How to Make a Killing Review

35:15 Project Hail Mary Review

43:56 State of Cinema Discussion

45:01 Spider-Man Trailer Breakdown

52:33 MCU Future Talk

55:54 Outro

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WrestleMania on the Road to Nowhere, AEW Chaos & WrestleMania 15 Revisited

📅 Air Date: 24-03-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, we break down a chaotic week across the wrestling world — from growing concerns around WWE’s WrestleMania build to some truly baffling decisions in AEW.

We kick things off with the current state of WWE heading into WrestleMania, as the card continues to take shape — but not in a way that’s getting fans excited. We discuss the lack of momentum behind key matches, including Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton, and why this year’s show feels more like obligation than spectacle. Is WWE overthinking storytelling while rushing the wrong feuds like CM Punk vs Roman Reigns?

We also dive into one of the strangest crossover stories of the week, as Tom Brady takes shots at wrestling — all while rumours swirl about a potential WrestleMania appearance. Is this harmless hype, or another example of outsiders undermining the industry?

Over in All Elite Wrestling, things go completely off the rails. We break down the controversial debut of Ronda Rousey, the backlash surrounding Ricochet’s online behaviour, and the increasingly extreme in-ring content — including the now-infamous “needle spot.” Has AEW lost sight of what made it appealing in the first place?

Finally, we jump into the Time Machine and revisit WrestleMania 15 — a chaotic Attitude Era show featuring Stone Cold Steve Austin vs The Rock, The Undertaker’s dark Hell in a Cell moment, and a card full of wild storytelling. We compare it to today’s product and ask: have WWE flipped the formula — great wrestling, but no story?

🎧 Honest opinions, sharp takes, and a deep dive into where wrestling is going wrong — and how it can fix itself.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

00:57 Post–St. Patrick’s Day Chat

02:30 Should WWE Bring Back Cyber Sunday?

05:00 Fan Voting & Missed Opportunities

07:40 WWE News Round-Up Begins

10:00 Tom Brady vs Wrestling Controversy

13:30 Celebrities Burying Wrestling

16:30 AEW: Ronda Rousey Debuts

20:00 Why Rousey Doesn’t Fit AEW

23:30 Ricochet Controversy Explained

27:00 Social Media & Wrestler Accountability

30:00 AEW’s Extreme Content Problem

33:30 The “Needle Spot” Debate

36:00 Tony Khan Tried to Buy WWE?!

39:30 Wrestling Fan Tribalism

42:00 Randy Orton Heel Turn Reaction

44:30 WrestleMania Build Feels Flat

46:30 Time Machine – WrestleMania 15

48:40 Attitude Era vs Modern WWE

50:30 Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro and Phoenix FM opening

00:57 St. Patrick’s Day chat and WWE themes

02:30 Cyber Sunday and fan interaction discussion

05:00 WWE being ahead of its time

07:40 WWE news overview

10:00 Tom Brady comments on wrestling

13:30 Celebrities and wrestling perception

16:30 Ronda Rousey debuts in AEW

20:00 Why Rousey doesn’t connect with fans

23:30 Ricochet controversy breakdown

27:00 Wrestlers and social media responsibility

30:00 AEW’s use of extreme spots

33:30 The needle spot reaction

36:00 Tony Khan’s bid to buy WWE

39:30 Fanbase tribalism discussion

42:00 Randy Orton heel turn analysis

44:30 WrestleMania build criticism

46:30 WrestleMania 15 review begins

48:40 Attitude Era storytelling vs today

50:30 Closing thoughts and plugs

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AEW Controversies, WrestleMania Doubts & WrestleMania 15 Revisited

📅 Air Date: 24-03-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, Darragh and Christopher break down one of the most chaotic weeks in wrestling, packed with controversy, questionable decisions, and growing concerns as WrestleMania approaches.

We start with major headlines, including backlash surrounding Tom Brady’s comments on WWE, and the ongoing debate about how mainstream figures continue to undermine professional wrestling.

We then dive deep into AEW’s turbulent week, including Ronda Rousey’s shocking debut, the Ricochet social media controversy, and growing criticism of extreme in-ring spots — from needle spots to over-the-top violence — asking whether AEW is losing sight of what makes wrestling compelling.

On the WWE side, we discuss Randy Orton’s heel turn, whether it came too late to matter, and the continued struggles with building excitement for WrestleMania — with fans increasingly feeling disconnected from this year’s card.

Finally, we jump into the Time Machine and revisit WrestleMania 15 (1999) — featuring Stone Cold Steve Austin vs The Rock, The Undertaker’s infamous Hell in a Cell moment, and a chaotic Attitude Era card full of memorable moments, wild storytelling, and questionable wrestling quality.

🎧 Honest opinions, wrestling history, and unfiltered takes on the biggest stories in the business.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

00:57 Post–St. Patrick’s Day Chat

02:30 Should WWE Bring Back Cyber Sunday?

05:00 Tom Brady Takes Shot at WWE

08:30 Wrestling vs “Fake” Debate

12:30 Ronda Rousey Debuts in AEW

16:30 Why Rousey Doesn’t Fit AEW

20:00 Ricochet Social Media Controversy

23:30 AEW Fan Reactions & Double Standards

26:00 MJF Needle Spot & Match Criticism

29:30 Are AEW Gimmick Matches Overused?

32:00 AEW Chaos – Car Crash Angle

34:30 Tony Khan Tried to Buy WWE?!

37:30 Wrestling Fan Tribalism Explained

40:00 Randy Orton Heel Turn Reaction

43:00 WrestleMania Build Concerns

45:30 Time Machine – WrestleMania 15

47:00 Hardcore Title Opener

48:30 Undertaker vs Big Boss Man

49:40 Shane McMahon vs X-Pac

51:00 Austin vs Rock Main Event

52:30 Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro and Phoenix FM opening

00:57 Post–St. Patrick’s Day discussion

02:30 Cyber Sunday and fan voting concept

05:00 Tom Brady’s WWE comments discussion

08:30 Is wrestling still seen as “fake”?

12:30 Ronda Rousey debuts in AEW

16:30 Why Rousey doesn’t fit AEW

20:00 Ricochet controversy explained

23:30 AEW fan reactions and criticism

26:00 MJF needle spot discussion

29:30 Overuse of gimmick matches in AEW

32:00 AEW car crash angle reaction

34:30 Tony Khan’s WWE purchase attempt

37:30 Tribalism in wrestling fandom

40:00 Randy Orton heel turn breakdown

43:00 WrestleMania build concerns

45:30 Time Machine: WrestleMania 15

47:00 Hardcore title triple threat

48:30 Undertaker vs Big Boss Man

49:40 Shane McMahon vs X-Pac

51:00 Austin vs Rock main event

52:30 Closing thoughts and plugs

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📅 Air Date: 17-03-26

📻 Broadcast on Phoenix 92.5 FM

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, we’re broadcasting across continents as Darragh checks in from Manchester while Christopher holds things down in Texas.

We kick things off with the growing backlash surrounding WWE’s WrestleMania build, including Cody Rhodes returning to the title picture and concerns that WWE’s biggest show of the year is becoming predictable and creatively stale. We discuss fan reactions, Drew McIntyre’s booking frustrations, and whether the company is relying too heavily on the same main-event names year after year.

We also break down the WWE 2K26 controversy, including the shocking pricing structure, battle pass system, and how modern gaming monetisation is affecting wrestling games.

Plus, we review the latest WWE Raw, discuss Finn Bálor standing up to Judgment Day, and debate whether WWE is missing opportunities to build new stars like LA Knight and others.

Finally, we jump into the Time Machine and revisit WrestleMania 24 (2008) — featuring CM Punk’s Money in the Bank win, Shawn Michaels vs Ric Flair in one of wrestling’s most emotional matches, and The Undertaker vs Edge in the early days of the legendary WrestleMania streak narrative.

🎧 Honest opinions, wrestling history, and the stories behind the biggest moments in the business.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 The Wrestling Rewind Intro

00:57 Broadcasting From Manchester

02:30 Cody Rhodes Back in the Title Picture

05:00 Drew McIntyre’s Booking Frustration

07:40 WWE’s Creative Problems

10:30 Are WrestleManias Becoming Predictable?

13:10 The Problem With Repeating Main Events

16:30 WrestleMania Ticket Prices Debate

19:30 Is TKO Affecting WWE Creative?

22:30 WWE 2K26 Pricing Controversy

26:00 Battle Passes & Microtransactions

30:00 WWE Raw Review

33:10 Finn Bálor Stands Up to Judgment Day

36:30 CM Punk vs Roman Reigns Build

40:00 The Usos Drama Explained

42:40 Time Machine – WrestleMania 24

44:00 Money in the Bank Ladder Match

45:30 Shawn Michaels vs Ric Flair

46:40 Floyd Mayweather vs Big Show

47:40 Undertaker vs Edge

48:40 Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify Timestamps

00:00 Show intro and Phoenix FM opening

00:57 Broadcasting from Manchester and Texas

02:30 Cody Rhodes winning the title again discussion

05:00 Drew McIntyre’s stop-start title runs

07:40 WWE creative criticism and repetitive storytelling

10:30 Are modern WrestleManias becoming predictable?

13:10 The lack of new WWE main event stars

16:30 WrestleMania ticket price debate

19:30 Is TKO influencing WWE creative decisions?

22:30 WWE 2K26 pricing controversy explained

26:00 Microtransactions and battle pass discussion

30:00 WWE Raw review

33:10 Finn Bálor finally turning on Judgment Day

36:30 CM Punk vs Roman Reigns storyline discussion

40:00 The Usos and Bloodline tensions

42:40 Time Machine: WrestleMania 24

44:00 CM Punk wins Money in the Bank

45:30 Shawn Michaels vs Ric Flair retirement match

46:40 Floyd Mayweather vs Big Show

47:40 Undertaker vs Edge main event

48:40 Closing thoughts and plugs

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Stone Cold Steve Austin Interview (2014) | Austin 3:16 Day Throwback

📅 Air Date: 16-03-26

🎤 Interview Originally Recorded: 2014

On this special Austin 3:16 Day edition of The Wrestling Rewind, we dive into the archive and revisit an interview with WWE Hall of Famer Stone Cold Steve Austin, originally recorded in 2014.

In this conversation, the Texas Rattlesnake reflects on life after wrestling, his move into acting and reality television, and the launch of his hit podcast The Steve Austin Show. Austin also shares stories from his legendary career, including the promo that helped shape his voice in wrestling, his thoughts on The Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak, and what it was like sharing the ring with The Rock and Hulk Hogan at WrestleMania.

We also talk about the transition from wrestling to Hollywood, the creative freedom of professional wrestling promos, and the legacy of the Monday Night Wars era that helped redefine the industry.

It’s a fascinating look back at one of wrestling’s most influential stars — and one of the biggest icons the business has ever produced.

🎧 Crack open a cold one and celebrate Austin 3:16 Day with the Texas Rattlesnake.

▶️ YouTube Chapters

00:00 – Austin 3:16 Day Throwback

01:08 – Introducing Stone Cold

01:24 – Redneck Island Explained

03:52 – Reality TV vs Wrestling

06:25 – UK Fans & Global Audience

06:42 – Acting vs Wrestling

08:10 – Voice Acting & Jim Ross Comparison

09:42 – Austin’s Favorite Promo Moment

10:50 – Did Austin Know He’d Become Iconic?

12:29 – WrestleMania with Rock & Hogan

13:43 – Undertaker’s Streak Ending

15:11 – Why Austin Started Podcasting

16:13 – Dream Guests for His Podcast

17:18 – Austin Reflects on His Career

18:05 – Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify-Formatted Timestamps

00:00 Austin 3:16 Day introduction and archive interview setup

01:08 Welcoming Stone Cold Steve Austin

01:24 Talking Redneck Island and reality TV hosting

03:52 Austin on reality television vs wrestling

06:25 His connection with UK wrestling fans

06:42 Acting in films like The Condemned

08:10 Voice acting and comparisons to Jim Ross

09:42 Austin’s favourite promo moment in ECW

10:50 Did Austin ever expect his career to become legendary?

12:29 WrestleMania moment with The Rock and Hulk Hogan

13:43 Thoughts on Undertaker’s WrestleMania streak ending

15:11 Why Austin started The Steve Austin Show podcast

16:13 Wrestlers Austin wanted to interview on his podcast

17:18 Austin reflects on his wrestling career

18:05 Closing thoughts and interview wrap-up

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📅 Air Date: 10-03-26

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, we sit down with TNA legend Eddie Edwards for an in-depth conversation about the current momentum behind TNA Wrestling and the road to Rebellion.

From his early days as one half of The American Wolves to becoming one of the most battle-tested veterans in the company, Eddie reflects on his journey through multiple eras of TNA and why the company feels stronger than ever heading into 2026.

We discuss the rise of The System, Eddie’s new ruthless mindset inside the group, and why the faction is aiming to dominate every championship in TNA. He also shares stories from some of the most brutal matches of his career, including wars with Moose and the emotional final match of JDC.

Eddie also talks about the importance of TNA’s new era on AMC, the atmosphere of live TNA events, and why now might be the perfect time for new fans to give the company a shot.

🎧 A great conversation with one of TNA’s most respected voices in the locker room.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 – Welcome Eddie Edwards

00:35 – Why Rebellion Is a Major TNA Event

01:15 – Why Fans Should Attend TNA Live Shows

02:05 – Wrestling Live vs TV Energy

03:05 – The System’s New Direction

04:00 – Eddie’s Ruthless New Mindset

04:50 – The System’s Championship Goals

05:45 – Brutal Matches with Moose

07:00 – Ending JDC’s Career at Genesis

08:00 – The Adrenaline After a Match

09:15 – TNA’s New Momentum on AMC

10:30 – The Work Starts Now for TNA

11:10 – Final Message to Fans

🎧 Spotify-Formatted Timestamps

00:00 Introduction and welcoming Eddie Edwards

00:35 Why Rebellion is one of TNA’s biggest events

01:15 Encouraging fans to attend TNA live shows

02:05 The difference between TV and live crowds

03:05 Momentum inside The System faction

04:00 Eddie’s new mindset and character direction

04:50 The System targeting championship gold

05:45 Brutal matches and rivalry with Moose

07:00 The emotional Genesis match ending JDC’s career

08:00 The adrenaline and emotions after a match

09:15 TNA’s growth and new TV deal with AMC

10:30 Why this new era is crucial for the company

11:10 Final message to fans ahead of Rebellion

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📅 Air Date: 10-03-26

This week on The Wrestling Rewind, we break down the fallout from WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 and ask the big question: has WWE completely lost the plot on the road to WrestleMania?

From CM Punk vs Finn Balor stealing the show to questionable Elimination Chamber booking, we dive into a pay-per-view that felt more like filler than a true WrestleMania setup. We discuss the ongoing Cody Rhodes problem, Randy Orton’s surprise Chamber win, and why WWE’s obsession with yearly gimmick matches might be hurting their storytelling.

We also talk about Danhausen’s bizarre but entertaining WWE debut, the chaos surrounding Judgment Day, Penta becoming Intercontinental Champion, and the increasingly messy creative direction heading into WrestleMania.

Then we jump into the time machine and revisit Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre 1999, featuring the legendary Austin vs Vince steel cage match, the brutal Rock vs Mankind feud, and one of the most chaotic eras in wrestling history.

🎧 Opinionated, nostalgic, and honest wrestling talk as always.

▶️ YouTube Chapters (Short & Punchy)

00:00 – Chaos Week in Wrestling

02:30 – Elimination Chamber 2026 First Impressions

05:00 – The Problem with Yearly Gimmick Matches

07:15 – AJ Lee vs Becky Lynch

10:40 – Women’s Chamber Debate

14:00 – CM Punk vs Finn Balor Steals the Show

18:00 – The Masked Man Reveal

21:20 – Randy Orton Wins the Chamber

25:00 – The Cody Rhodes Problem

29:00 – Danhausen Debuts in WWE

34:20 – Judgment Day Chaos

36:40 – Penta Wins the IC Title

39:30 – LA Knight Ambulance Moment

42:10 – WrestleMania Booking Concerns

45:30 – Time Machine: 1999 Begins

47:20 – Hardcore Title Madness

49:30 – Rock vs Mankind Last Man Standing

52:00 – Austin vs Vince Cage Match

54:20 – Attitude Era vs Modern WWE

56:20 – Final Thoughts

🎧 Spotify-Formatted Timestamps

00:00 Intro and chaotic week in wrestling

02:30 Elimination Chamber 2026 overall thoughts

05:00 Why WWE overuses gimmick matches

07:15 AJ Lee vs Becky Lynch review

10:40 Women’s Elimination Chamber discussion

14:00 CM Punk vs Finn Balor match breakdown

18:00 The masked man reveal and storyline issues

21:20 Randy Orton winning the Chamber match

25:00 The ongoing Cody Rhodes debate

29:00 Danhausen’s strange WWE debut

34:20 Judgment Day tensions continue

36:40 Penta becomes Intercontinental Champion

39:30 LA Knight ambulance segment

42:10 Road to WrestleMania concerns

45:30 Time machine to Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre 1999

47:20 Hardcore title match Bob Holly vs Al Snow

49:30 Rock vs Mankind Last Man Standing

52:00 Austin vs Vince steel cage main event

54:20 Attitude Era vs modern WWE storytelling

56:20 Final thoughts and plugs

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