The Hammerlock Hangover

WWE Superstars Sasha Banks and Naomi walk out on the company as Raw is on the air, we break down the whole story including the announcement om Smackdown of their suspensions. A new tag team title tournament will commence in a few weeks, we speculate on who can will be involved and which team of former Raw Women's Champions can make an immediate impact! That wasn't the only news coming out of WWE Smackdown this week, we talk about the new unified tag champs, what's next for Roman Reigns, and Stephanie McMahon takes a leave of absence. In AEW news, we touch on more backstage rumors of unhappy talent, concerns over Tony Coke's erratic booking, and Kenny Omega takes shots at his own company. Also, Dynamite runs long and is forced to cut the end of their show abruptly, Hangman continues to look weak, and Bryan Danielson gets stuck on his way out of an AEW ring. We close with Ric Flair teasing one more match in Nashville, ratings, and Velveteen Drwam calls in!

With WWE Wrestlemania Backlash behind us, Jeff and Steve look back at what we got right and review what might have been WWE's best pro wrestling event this year. We look at the newest member of The Judgment Day, Rhea Ripley, and speculate on who will be next to join them. Jeff tries to make Domenik Dijakovik A THING again. Steve explains why Roman Reigns doesn't want to go back to Trenton, NJ. Jeff literally takes a victory lap after assuming Lacey Evans is turning heel. Alexa Bliss returns to her old gimmick, but with Lily in hand, we explain why. The Owen Hart Tournament FINALLY gets underway. Jeff explains how having Darby Allin jump off 30 ft ladders was tone deaf with Owen's family watching at ringside. Has AEW World Champion Adam Page gone from "cowboy sh*t" to "coward sh*t?" A major wrestling star names Dax Harwood the best wrestler this year. Also, we brand a new AEW faction the "NY Boys," dissect why MJF is unhappy with his current contract, and rundown New Japan's Capital Collision card.

The diva formerly known as Sunny finds herself in major legal trouble after getting arrested this week... AGAIN! The boys discuss Tammy’s legal issue(s) and do a retrospective of her career and fall. From there, we pivot to Wrestlemania Backlash predictions and we future fantasy book a bit. Despite the weather, we’re Spring Breakkin’ and talking WWE NXT releases and contract expirations. The good, bad and ugly of AEW is addressed. Of course, all the news and notes and ratings for numerous promotions; and, a new nickname for Tony Khan!

This week, Jeff makes the case for the fanfare and jubilation with Cody Rhodes return to WWE is done. Steve defends Cody as one of the top merch sellers and we examine if that's true. The team former known as The IIconics leave Impact Wrestling to pursue other opportunities. We discuss what those opportunities may be and the possibility of a return to WWE. Randy Orton celebrates 20 years, we look back at his best gimmicks and ask who were his best opponents. Asuka and Ali return to WWE Raw, but to different reactions. Steve breaks down why Ciampa attacked Ali and how VKM might be involved. In our AEW Review, we ponder why there's a game of "hot potato" going on with the TNT Title; what follow up, if any, was there to promote the "Forbidden Door" show; where's the AEW Champions; and which former WWE superstars are expected to show up next week. All this, plus Becky Lynch claims WWE had the best Women's wrestling, Jeff reviews "The Batman," and Steve pitches a Pentagon movie for Bad Bunny.

This week Jeff & Steve are joined by Josh Silverberg from The "Off The Mat" Wrestling Podcast to discuss the new crossover event between AEW x New Japan, as well as all things wrestling. We fantasy book some potential matchups; debate on who needs this partnership more; deliberate on whether the term "Forbidden Door" means anything currently; and, explain why Doctor Who should sue Tony Khan. In our WWE recap, we review the Ezekiel Lie Detector segment on Raw; plus, discuss what other WWE Superstars could do a good job in this angle besides Kevin Owens. We commit to the commitment ceremony between Tozawa, Tamina, Reggie and Dana Brooke, while pondering whether Sasha Banks should've been involved. All this, plus, is Alexa Bliss pissed off about WWE Creative? And, Jeff-hausen swings by.

With WWE Wrestlemania behind us, Jeff and Steve decide to reset with new storylines, gimmicks, and callups! Was Cody and Miz on WWE Raw a worked shoot? The boys debate over whether The Miz is a "top card talent," or whether he's just a "made man." We cover he WWE Tag Team Title unification storyline. Are we seeing the start of a Roman vs RKO feud, or are the seeds planted for Riddle to turn on Randy? Jeff drops his 2 cents on recent NXT callups; which are working? Which aren't? Who could benefit from wearing a toga? Also, Why were so many fans upset at Sonya Deville this week? In our AEW review, we cover a tough week for Tony Khan. From his odd tweets about internet bots being paid to bash AEW, to the lame debut of Satnam Singh, to the criticism of Adam Cole wearing a crown of barb wire, we discuss all the criticism lobbed at TK this week. Steve rants on the lackluster TNT Title picture, why AEW has buried recent signees, and how does anyone show up to a wedding wearing a Cincinnati tee shirt? All this, plus ratings, we tip AEW's "special announcement," and Sunny calls in looking for a Nigerian Prince.

Steve gives a first hand Wrestlemania report and discusses his time in Dallas, the ROH Supercard of Honor, GCW and Mission Pro shows, the scene, and the dead bodies. Really. The guys also give their thoughts on Nash Carter’s situation. We also discuss Tammy Sytch (aka Sunny) and what everyone feared. All this, plus, the invisible man, social distance wrestling, and the week in wrestling!

Are you ready for the MOST STUPENDOUS wrestling podcast?!? This episode welcomes back Kevin Castle from the "Wrestling Soup" and the "Castle and Chickie Podcast Adventures" to discuss WWE Wrestlemania 38 Predictions. Tune in to hear Kev's take on the build to WM. Can we expect Cody? Will he bring Pharoah? Will we see the start of a new "Corporate" faction led by the American Nightmare? Which titles will change hands? Which won't? Is there a possibility they turn the Women's Tag match into a 40 team extravaganza? What Wrestlemania moments can we expect? Will MVP turn on Lashley? Can we expect to see Roman Reigns victorious at the end? Do we see The Rock? Will we see Wee Man pin Sami Zayn? We answer all these questions, speculate on the Raw After WM, NXT Stand and Deliver Predictions, and more! Including, Ric Flair cuts down his podcast partner, Tony Khan debuts a new AEW signee, a review of indy shows during WM weekend, and Jeff admits to meeting a vampire in Dallas. Enjoy the most optimistic take of the WWE product you'll listen to all Wrestlemania weekend!

The fellas discuss the build to Wrestlemania and whether a successful and good Wrestlemania need to be the same thing. Thin roster, schmin roster, especially when building a women’s tag match. If not Cody, then who? Omos v Lashley? They also pontificate upon the myriad of shows around Wrestlemania. And don’t forget AEW! The silliness that was AEW this week is dissected. Jeff also blathers on about…I forget…stuff.

This week, the boys look back at a heavy week of wrestling including a severe injury to former WWE World Champ, Big E, and the passing of a wrestling legend, Razor Ramon. Plus, we interview wrestling Twitter influencer, Bill Shannon, on the current Wrestlemania build, his Twitter feuds, and he makes the case for why Impact Wrestling is a hidden gem. Plus, is AEW getting stale? We pitch ideas on Wheeler Yuta. Oh, and more Jonah talk!