Ringside Renaissance

In this episode of the RRW Weekly Review for WWE, Andrew and Jesse discuss the highlights of SmackDown and Monday Night Raw. They start with CM Punk's promo and his interaction with Paul Heyman and the bloodline. They also talk about Drew McIntyre's revenge on Punk and the ongoing feud between the two. They discuss the women's Money in the Bank qualifier match between Chelsea Green, Bianca Belair, and Mea Yin, as well as the men's qualifier match between Carmelo Hayes, Randy Orton, and Tama Tonga. They also mention L.A. Knight's promo and his confrontation with Santos Escobar. The principal themes of the conversation are the involvement of Santos Escobar in the LA Knight and Logan Paul storyline, the unpredictability of the Money in the Bank qualifiers, the potential direction for LA Knight and Logan Paul, the questionable booking decisions for Kevin Owens and Randy Orton, the debut of Jacob Fatu, and the fiery promo by Drew McIntyre. The conversation discusses the long-term storytelling in WWE and the ongoing feud between CM Punk and Drew McIntyre. They speculate on the potential outcomes of their matches and the direction of the storyline. They also praise Ludwig Kaiser's performance and discuss the possibility of a feud between him and Gunther. The conversation then shifts to Liv Morgan and Zelina Vega's segment, with a focus on Vega's strong mic skills. They analyze the in-ring action and the potential future of the feud. The conversation concludes with speculation about the identity of the person behind the Judgment Day attacks. In this final part of the conversation, Jesse and Andrew discuss the matches and storylines from WWE Raw. They express their lack of interest in Liv Morgan's storyline and the tag team championship match. They praise the promo between Damien Priest and Seth Rollins and speculate on the outcome of their match at Money in the Bank. They also discuss the return of Gunther and the potential for a babyface turn. The conversation ends with a brief mention of Cody Rhodes's injury and of course The Wyatt Sick VHS Tape!

In this episode of Ringside Renaissance, Andrew and Jesse discuss the RRW Weekly Review for WWE. They cover their recent colab with Hitting The Turnbuckle Podcast, the debut of the Wyatt Sick 6, and the events of SmackDown and Clash at the Castle. They also speculate on potential storylines and future matches. The conversation covers the matches at Clash at the Castle, focusing on the women's tag team match, the IC title match, the women's title match, and the world heavyweight title match. The hosts discuss the performances, the storytelling, and the improvised moments in each match. They highlight the impressive performances of Piper Niven and Damien Priest, as well as the surprise appearance of CM Punk. The conversation also touches on the significance of the title matches and the overall quality of the event. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the return of Seth Rollins, the breakup of Alpha Academy, and the developments in the Intercontinental Championship scene. They also express their dislike for Liv Morgan and her current storyline. The conversation ends with a discussion about Drew McIntyre's abrupt departure from WWE. The conversation covered various topics including the involvement of Damien Priest and Liv Morgan, the match between Katana Chance and Kaden Carter against Dakota Kai and Kyrie Sane, the match between Seamus and Braun Breaker, the Money in the Bank qualifier match between Finn Balor, Rey Mysterio, and Jey Uso, and the debut of the Wyatt Sick 6. The hosts expressed their opinions on these topics, with mixed reactions to the Wyatt Sick 6. They also discussed the potential future direction of the storyline and expressed their excitement for upcoming events.

In this episode of Ringside Renaissance, Andrew and Jesse discuss various topics related to pro wrestling. They express their appreciation for the support they have received and discuss the wild nature of the wrestling community on social media. They also review the new documentary series 'Who Killed WCW?' and share their thoughts on the changing landscape of pro wrestling. The conversation then transitions to a review of WWE SmackDown, including the ongoing storyline with the Bloodline, the tag team match between Bianca Belair/Jade Cargill and Indy Hartwell/Candice LeRae, and the feud between Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles. They also discuss the potential future feuds and storylines for the wrestlers involved. In this part of the conversation, Jesse and Andrew discuss their disappointment with Bailey's title run and the lack of credible opponents for her. They also talk about the presentation of the Bloodline faction and how it could be more menacing. They touch on the women's division and the need for better storylines and feuds. They discuss the match between Drew McIntyre and Damien Priest, as well as the backstage segment with Liv Morgan and Dominik Mysterio. They also talk about the match between EO Shirai and Lyra Valkyrie, the ongoing storyline with the Alpha Academy, and the match between Shayna Baszler and Zoe Stark against Alba Fier and Isla Dawn. In this final part of the conversation, Andrew and Jesse discuss the matches and storylines leading up to Clash at the Castle. They predict the outcomes of the matches and speculate on potential twists and turns. The conversation covers the Women's Championship match between Bailey and Piper Niven, the Women's Tag Team Championship match, the IC Championship match between Sami Zayn and Chad Gable, the World Heavyweight Championship match between Damien Priest and Drew McIntyre, and the I Quit match between Cody Rhodes and AJ Styles.

In this episode of The RRW Weekly Review for AEW Dynamite Andrew and Jesse break down the moments of enjoyment but overall confusion. The quality of Rampage and Collision has been declining, and the numbers reflect that. The episode started with Swerve Strickland cutting a promo on Will Ospreay, followed by a confrontation between the Elite and Swerve. Dustin Rhodes faced Jack Perry, with Perry winning and qualifying for the TNT title ladder match. Rush defeated Dion Rooshman, and MJF and Rush had a brawl that spilled backstage. Next week, MJF will face Rush in a commercial-free opening match. In this part of the conversation, Andrew and Jesse discuss various matches and segments from AEW Dynamite. They express their confusion and disappointment with the booking decisions and storytelling. They highlight the improvised promo by Mark Briscoe as a standout moment and praise the chemistry between Kyle O'Reilly and Roderick Strong. They also discuss the potential match between MJF and Adam Cole at Forbidden Door and the lack of screen time for certain wrestlers. The conversation ends with their thoughts on the TBS Championship match. In this final part of the conversation, Jesse and Andrew discuss the matches on AEW Dynamite and share their opinions. They talk about the lackluster match between Will Ospreay and Ray Phoenix, the questionable booking decisions, and the overall dissatisfaction with the product. They also express their frustration with the high price of pay-per-views and the need for a streaming service. The hosts conclude by thanking their listeners and teasing future collaborations and guests.

In this episode of RRW Weekly Review for AEW, "Pretty Deadly" Jesse and "Kombat Jones" Andrew focus on MJF's return and his fiery promo. MJF takes shots at various wrestlers and establishes himself as the lone wolf. The fatal four-way match for the number one contender for the international title is also discussed, with Ray Phoenix emerging as the winner. The segment involving Orange Cassidy, Trent Beretta, and Chris Statlander is criticized for its confusing storyline. Overall, MJF's return and promo are the highlights of the episode. In this part of the conversation, Jesse and Andrew discuss various segments from AEW Dynamite. They talk about Chris Jericho's character and his comical antics, as well as Brian Cage's repetitive moves and over-the-top persona. They also mention Mark Briscoe's impressive performance in the TNT ladder match and the backstage segment with Samoa Joe and Hook. The conversation then shifts to the Acclaimed's segment being interrupted by the EVPs and the announcement of a title-for-title match between Mercedes Martinez and Stephanie Vaquer. Jesse expresses skepticism about Mercedes' current character and her potential to hold two titles. In this conversation, Andrew and Jesse discuss various topics related to AEW Dynamite. They express confusion about the decision to have title vs. title matches and question the significance of holding multiple titles across promotions. They also discuss the return of Wheeler Yuta and the positive reception he received. They share their thoughts on the Saraya vs. Mariah May match and highlight the impressive performances of both wrestlers. They express disappointment with the Roderick Strong vs. Isaiah Swerve Scott match and criticize the lack of storytelling and inconsistent rankings in AEW. Overall, they express mixed feelings about the episode and the direction of the women's division.

In this episode of RRW Weekly Review, Andy and Jesse discuss their experience attending a WWE SmackDown live event in Albany, New York. They talk about visiting the International Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame and their disappointment in not being able to see Pretty Deadly. They review the matches and segments from the show, including the coronation ceremony for Nia Jax, Tommaso Ciampa vs. Austin Theory, Andrade's dark match, and Kevin Owens' promo. They also discuss the involvement of Paul Heyman and the rumors surrounding Roman Reigns filming a movie. The conversation covers various topics from a live WWE event, including crowd chants, tag team matches, backstage promos, and a retirement tease by AJ Styles. The main focus is on the dark matches that took place after SmackDown, featuring Sheamus vs. Ludwig Kaiser and Drew McIntyre vs. Jey Uso. The conversation ends with speculation about a potential CM Punk return. The conversation in this part of the recording focused on the matches and storylines from Smackdown and Monday Night Raw. The hosts discussed the fun match between Drew McIntyre and Jey Uso, with McIntyre ultimately getting disqualified. They also talked about Liv Morgan's character development and her ongoing storyline. The hosts shared their thoughts on the match between Ludwig Kaiser and Sheamus, as well as the match between Finn Balor and Dragon Lee. They also discussed the ongoing feud between Sami Zayn and Chad Gable. The conversation covered various topics, including the Alpha Academy storyline, Braun Breaker's suspension being lifted, the women's tag team match, and the main event between Damien Priest and Rey Mysterio. The hosts discussed the performances of the wrestlers and shared their thoughts on the upcoming Clash at the Castle event. They also mentioned the possibility of CM Punk returning and the dynamics of Drew McIntyre's character. The hosts expressed their appreciation for their listeners and encouraged them to stay tuned for future episodes.

In this episode of the RRW Weekly Review, Andy and Jesse discuss AEW Double or Nothing. They start off with some banter and then dive into the main card matches. They highlight the return of MJF, who cut a scathing promo and received a huge reaction from the crowd. They also discuss the Women's World Championship match, the FTW Championship match, and the match between Orange Cassidy and Trent Beretta. Overall, they express mixed opinions about the matches and the booking decisions. The conversation discussed various matches from the AEW Full Gear pay-per-view event. They expressed their thoughts on the Jericho vs. Starks match and the formation of Jericho's faction. They also talked about the IWGP Eliminator match and expressed disappointment in Takeshita's constant losses. They discussed the barbed wire steel cage match between Copeland and Black, criticizing the lack of focus on the barbed wire and the injury Copeland sustained. They expressed frustration with the TBS Championship match and the Anarchy in the Arena match, calling it a stunt show rather than a wrestling match. The conversation revolves around frustration and disappointment with AEW's recent events. The hosts express confusion over the booking decisions and lack of logical storytelling. They criticize the lack of surprises and the repetitive feuds. The conversation also touches on the vacant titles and the overuse of interim champions. The hosts express hope for MJF's return and discuss potential future storylines.

In this Episode of Ringside Renaissance Andy and Jesse discusses the WWE Universe, King and Queen of the Ring tournament, and the matches in Saudi Arabia. They also cover the women's championship match, IC title match, Queen of the Ring match, and King of the Ring match. The conversation delves into the significance of the matches, the performances of the wrestlers, and the potential storylines that may unfold. The conversation covers the aftermath of the King and Queen of the Ring event, the match between Logan Paul and Cody Rhodes, the development of characters like Gunter, Naya Jax, and Drew McIntyre, and the ongoing storylines involving Braun Strowman, Ilya Dragunov, and Ricochet. The discussion also touches on the potential involvement of CM Punk and the Clash at the Castle event. The conversation covers various WWE Raw events , matches, and storylines, including the steel cage match between Liv Morgan and Becky Lynch, the involvement of other wrestlers like Dom, Braun Strowman, and Pretty Deadly, and the anticipation for upcoming events. The hosts also discuss the potential future of certain storylines and the excitement of attending WWE SmackDown live in Albany, New York.

In this episode of Ringside Renaissance RRW Weekly Review it's a special episode for the road to AEW's Double or Nothing PPV! Andrew and Jesse discuss various topics related to AEW and Double or Nothing. They talk about Hangman Page's absence, the lack of storytelling in AEW, the underutilization of certain wrestlers like Kyle O'Reilly, and the confusing direction of the Elite storyline. They also mention the match between Takeshita and Matt Sydal, the bloodbath segment with Malachi Black and Adam Copeland, and the questionable use of supernatural elements in AEW. The conversation discusses the lack of investment and flow in AEW Dynamite, with the hosts expressing their disappointment in the storytelling and character development. They highlight the need for better build-up and more meaningful feuds. The hosts also mention the lack of focus on the trios division and the confusion surrounding the Bullet Club Gold storyline. They briefly touch on the match between Brian Danielson and Satnam Singh, noting the botches and comedic moments that took away from the match. The conversation in this part revolves around the lack of seriousness and continuity in AEW storylines. The hosts express frustration with the comedy and lack of believability in the promotion. They discuss specific moments from recent episodes of Dynamite and criticize the booking decisions, such as the placement of the Anarchy in the Arena match over the world title match. They also preview the AEW Double or Nothing card and make predictions for some of the matches. The conversation covers predictions for the AEW Double or Nothing pay-per-view event. The main topics discussed include the AEW International Championship match between Roderick Strong and Will Ospreay, the TNT Championship match between Malakai Black and Adam Copeland, the TBS Women's Championship match between Mercedes Monet and Willow Nightingale, the AEW Women's World Championship match between Serena Deeb and Toni Storm, the Anarchy in the Arena match between FTR, Darby Allin, Bryan Danielson, and The Elite, and the AEW World Championship match between Christian Cage and Swerve Strickland. The conversation also touches on potential surprise appearances and the future direction of storylines.