Piledriver Wrestling Audio Show

(2/15/15) We return with a packed show covering all the talking points from WWE's Q4 and 2014 results including TV details, Network performance and outlook, Occulus, results from all business areas, executive salaries and much more. We have a full report from last weeks Raw, including notes on crowd reaction to Daniel Bryan, plans for Fast Lane and how that might impact Wrestlemania, booking of Kane and The Big Show, and much more. We also talk Rikishi being the latest announced inductee into the Hall of Fame, Seth Rollins twitter drama, and company reaction to Darren Young's twitter comments relating to the Abu Dhabi tour. We have a full review of WWE NXT Takeover: Rival, another good show, with three topnotch matches. We discuss Finn Balor, the main event finish, plight of the women, and more.We also look at the first IMPACT from the UK tour, Grado/Al Snow angle, booking revolving around the World Title, and more. We look at the British Bootcamp final with notes on each of the finalists. We also talk both NJPW New Beginning PPV shows, which title changes were expected and which were a shock, Honma vs. Ishii, direction of Yuji Nagata, plans for Mascara Dorado, where the company could go with AJ Styles and MUCH MORE.

(2/8/15) We return with a packed show covering WWE changes concerning Fast Lane, what this means for Wrestlemania, Bryan vs. Reigns, Lesnar update and much more. We also analyse Triple H's appearance on Steve Austin's podcast, with the typical excuses, spins, Chyna, DX, NXT booking, reality era and much more. We have a full review of the go-home NXT show featuring Finn Balor vs. Hideo Itami, and a NXT Takeover Rival preview. We also look at TNA Lockdown, a show full of events designed to kill the cage gimmick, and two more episodes of British Bootcamp - a show rapidly going off the rails. We also look at Lucha Underground, and a preview of the upcoming NJPW shows in February, plus MUCH MORE.

(01/18/15) We return with analysis of the news that Randy Savage is to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame. We also have a full review and analysis of Raw, including return of Daniel Bryan, that Roman Reigns promo, Ambrose skits, and what might be planned for the Royal Rumble. We also have news on the next NXT live special and the return of Tough Enough. We talk Total Divas with more Bella Twins drama, Eva Marie's revelation, and Rosa Mendes schemes to attract more twitter followers. We also have a full review of TNA Impact, a look at the changes to the show, formation of MVP's new heel group, and the usual nonsense. We also look at British Bootcamp UK finals with comments on the standouts, Lucha Underground Week 3 with a stunning performance by Fenix, and NJPW's debut on AXS.

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(12/6/14) We return with a full review and analysis of Raw, including Erick Rowan character development, emerging Miz/Naomi/Jimmy love triangle story, build for Cena vs. Rollins, notes on Rusev, Fandango, Bray Wyatt, The New Day and much more. We also look at the current card for TLC. We also have an nalysis of Vince McMahon’s appearance on Steve Austin’s podcast. We talk all the major notes from show, including Vince’s feelings on Cesaro, hilarious geography blooper, the”brass ring”, CM Punk firing and the truth behind Vince’s comments, and much more. Additionally, we have a full review of the first episode of TNA British Bootcamp 2 featuring the Glasgow auditions. We look at the Scottish talent featured on the show, with thoughts on Kay Lee Ray, Viper, Nikki Storm, Noam Dar, Grado, Simon Lancaster, The Tank and others. We look at who impressed and who fell flat, the contrived nature of the show, and some inconsistent treatment of the auditionees. Also, we have a full review and analysis of the first episode of Lucha Underground. We talk about the show production, what worked and what didn’t, some asinine booking, a great match, and wether or not the show has a future. Finally, we talk the launch of the NJPW World service, what to expect, and wether or not the venture has the potential to be success, we talk differences in Japan compared to the 1990’s, how events in 1994 regarding the TV situation severly impacted the industry, and much more

(11/28/14) We return with a summary style show covering all the major news stories from pro-wrestling over the last 30 days. We have a full recap of all the major news stories from WWE over the last month including debut of Sting at Survivor Series, Authority angle, TLC card, return dates for Bryan and Reigns, Khali release, Network subscribers and what needs to change, Alberto Del Rio settlement and much more. We discuss CM Punk's appearance on Colt Cabana's podcast, and his comments on his WWE departure. We talk the major revelations from the interview, Punk's feelings towards many of his co-workers, where Punk was being unreasonable, what really led to his departure and much more. We talk the move of Smackdown to Thursdays, whats happening with NXT, plans for Smackdown going forward, brand extension ideas and more. We talk about the announcement of TNA's new TV deal with Destination America, what we know about the deal, TNA's future and more. We talk all the news from NJPW, including thoughts on Power Struggle, Tokyo Dome card, and news of NJPW's US TV deal. We also talk about the current controversy over the Styles Clash after the news that Yoshi Tatsu is the third man (that we know of) this year to suffer a significant injury from the move. We talk about the other incidents, Styles's attitude, why its happening, and wether or not Styles needs to make the decision to stop using the move. We then round up the show talking about the news that NJPW will move some of its Osaka shows back to Castle Hall. We talk about Korakuen Hall, Tokyo Dome and other buildings and suggest other arena moves that might benefit NJPW financially in 2015.

(10/17/14) We return with a full review and analysis of the 10/13 RAW, where plans for the Hell in a Cell PPV changed again. We talk why the pole match between Ambrose and Cena ended up on free TV, reasons why the PPV is going to underperform, where Rusev vs. Show is heading, Orton vs. Rollins, longer TV matches, use of celebrities and much more. We also look at the current card for the Hell-in-a-Cell PPV and talk the release of ring announcer Justin Roberts. We also have a full review of last weeks Total Divas, with most of the cast heading to Curacao for Eva Marie's batchelerette party. Problems between Nattie and TJ continue to mount, Cameron gets cold feet when Vinny tries to move their relationship forward, and Brie and Nikki bicker over Brie refusing to let her hair down. We have a full review and analysis of TNA Bound For Glory - a glorified house show from Japan with no storyline developments and wacky dealings with some of the titles. We talk the announcing, crowd reactions, all the matches, Team 3D Hall of Fame induction, and a main event which fell completely flat. We also have a full review of NJPW King of Pro Wrestling. We analyse the decision to go with Tanahashi vs. Okada as the Tokyo Dome main event. We talk how the choice could have an impact on NJPW attempting to run on traditional PPV in the US. We also discuss the cracks that are forming in New Japan's booking, how they must learn from similar mistakes that were made by AJPW and NOAH many years ago, and why the promotion is making errors in judgment that may end up catching up with them. We talk all the matches, repetitive line-ups, and plans for the November PPV.

*** Please note: There were technical difficulties during recording with microphones. We apologise and hope it does not spoil your enjoyment of the show ******

(10/10/14) We return with a full review and analysis of the 10/6 RAW, with the surprise return of The Rock in an entertaining segment with Rusev. We also talk appearances of Kathy Lee, Hoda and Joan Lundon. We talk all the matches and segments, plans for Brock Lesnar, whats in store for Bray Wyatt and the rest of the Wyatt clan, push of Dean Ambrose, three terrible matches and much more. We look at hints that The Rock will be performing at next year's Wrestlemania. We talk possible opponents, potential big money match with Brock Lesnar, story with Triple H and much more. We also talk updates on The Undertaker, his feelings on Sting, whether Sting will work at Mania, plans for John Cena, Roman Reigns and much more. We also have a full review of last weeks Total Divas, with Bryan reluctant to undergo a second surgery. We also look at Cameron's younger brother causing the family concern by his supposedly out-of-control behaviour, where in Total Divas land skipping school automatically leads to a youngster joining a street gang. There's also even more drama between Eva Marie and Jonathan over gun safety which develops into a storyline about Jonathan going behind her back. We preview TNA Bound For Glory, including Wrestle-1 completely screwing the PPV match by turning Tajiri heel days before the event to the chagrin of TNA. We also have a full preview of NJPW King of Pro Wrestling, and all the news from Dragon Gate including Akira Tozawa title chase, SATL final, Ryo Saito, Mondai Ryu, a "unit disbands vs. deportation" match planned for Korakuen Hall, the November PPV in Osaka, and much more.

(10/06/14) We return with a full review and analysis of a depressing episode of IMPACT, Bound For Glory card, Kim/Havok title change, EC3/Spud break-up looming, and much more. We also have a full review of NXT featuring Tyson Kidd's last shot at the NXT Title, Charlotte vs. Bailey II, Baron Corbin, and Hideo Itami. We also have over an hour dedicated to listener Q&A.