The Meltdown - Official Podcast of Bryan Clark & Tom Finkill

Get ready to sit under the Learning Tree…

With over 50 years in the Professional Wrestling Business, Bryan & Tom proudly welcome to The Meltdown, one of the most respected and universally loved journalists in pro-wrestling history, as they sit down with the legendary Bill Apter!!

Here all about Bill’s fascinating legacy in the world of Sports Entertainment journalism and some of the exciting encounters he’s had along the way, with stories involving:

• Terry Funk
• Hulk Hogan
• Andy Kaufman & Jerry Lawler
• Vince McMahon
• Pedro Morales
• “Macho Man” Randy Savage
• Paul Heyman
• MOUNT RUSHMORE of Wrestling Territories
• PLUS:
• Travelling to the UK for For The Love Of Wrestling
• … and so much more!!

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As always, shoes ain’t cheap, bookin’ ain’t easy, we’re Breakin’ Necks & Cashin’ Cheques, as only The Meltdown can!!

Tick, tick, tick…. BOOM!!! 💥

It’s time to RUUUUMMMMBBBLLLLEEEE!!

The start of a New Year brings with it the extravaganza that all wrestling fans clamour for. It’s Royal Rumble week, Meltdown-Maniacs, and get ready for a Rollercoaster Ride to Riyadh!!

Sit back and let Bryan & Tom give you the lowdown on this year’s Rumble, as well as looking back to classic Rumbles where Bryan made his presence felt in the ring…

Check out this week’s random topics:

• CM Punk vs. Finn Balor
• Saturday Night’s Main Event Recap…Removing the nostalgia aspect of the show… Positive or Negative?
• Cody vs. Jacob Fatu (Entertaining Arena Wide Brawl)
• Producing matches now vs. producing matches in the 90s
• AJ Styles career on the line…
• Building the stadium in Riyadh. It’s taken 3 weeks to complete a fully customised WWE Stadium.
• Should the path to the Royal Rumble match be more involved than just a declaration?
• Current Predictions for this year’s Men’s & Women’s Rumbles.
• Any predictions for surprises…?

Revisiting Bryan’s Royal Rumble Appearances:

• Bryan’s own experiences of the Royal Rumble
• “Drawing Number 30”
• The finish to the Rumble match in 1994 involving the beautifully timed spot involving Bret Hart & Lex Luger.
• The micro-managing of the Rumble match; how the booking process is explained to the talent involved.
• The year that Pamela Anderson was ringside for the match. Interactions with Pam, how she conducted herself whilst at the arena.

The Royal Rumble Highlights:

• Favourite Rumble finishes.
• Surprises in the Royal Rumble match
• Most memorable Rumble moments

Plus Bryan gives YOU a “ghoulish” challenge…

For new fans that have just found the show, this is a great place to start, and for our die hard subscribers, it’s time to revisit some legendary stories!!

Click the SUBSCRIBE button NOW, and ring that Notification Bell to keep up to date with brand new episodes of The Meltdown!! This one is again, NOT TO BE MISSED… !!!

As always, shoes ain’t cheap, bookin’ ain’t easy, we’re Breakin’ Necks & Cashin’ Cheques, as only The Meltdown can!!

The Meltdown: Best of 2025 (Part 1)

2025 has been an incredible ride, and for The Meltdown, we’re just getting started!!

As we enter a Brand New Year, fresh with unlimited possibilities, untapped potential guests and a smorgasbord of content to dive into, Bryan & Tom have taken a second to reflect on the road they paved in 2025, and this week, they’re proud to bring you the BEST OF THE MELTDOWN 2025 (Part 1)…

Revisit some iconic and never-before-heard stories from some of the squared circles most fascinating icons… check out this guest list that’s just a smattering:

- Alex Wright

- PCO

- Gene Snitsky

- Earl Hebner

- Ernest “The Cat” Miller

- Dan “The Beast” Severn

- Marc Mero

- Barry Darsow

Plus Bryan gives us his own take on a few hot topics of being on the road…

For new fans that have just found the show, this is a great place to start, and for our die hard subscribers, it’s time to revisit some legendary stories!!

Click the SUBSCRIBE button NOW, and ring that Notification Bell to keep up to date with brand new episodes of The Meltdown!! This one is again, NOT TO BE MISSED… !!!

As always, shoes ain’t cheap, bookin’ ain’t easy, we’re Breakin’ Necks & Cashin’ Cheques, as only The Meltdown can!!

Tick, tick, tick…. BOOM!!! 💥

Are you ready to “Quote The Raven… NeverMore?”

Bryan & Tom are proud to welcome one of the most requested guests in The Meltdown’s history, as they sit down for a one of a kind reunion as Adam Bomb reconnects with Johnny Polo!!! The Meltdown proudly promotes the incredible documentary Nevermore: The Raven Effect (available now on Amazon Prime, Blu-ray and DVD) as the boys look down the microscope to dissect a true wrestling savant… this is RAVEN!!

Here all about Raven’s fascinating history, movie and incredible stories including:

• Being teamed with Bryan as Adam Bomb & Johnny Polo
• Working for Vince McMahon; producing syndicated TV Shows in the early 90s
• Developing the character of Raven
• THAT Hardcore Match against Rhyno
• Paul Heyman
• Joining the Revolution of ECW
• WINNER STAYS ON… ECW Extreme Legends
• The Tommy Dreamer Feud
• “Old Age Ain’t For Pussies!”
• Raven’s Flock Reunion
• Travelling around the world, Bryan & Raven’s Diner Orders
• Wrath in The Flock?
• Is John Cena the GOAT?
• The Sandman dies and wrestles the same night
• The success of Nevermore: The Raven Effect movie
• … and so much more!!

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As always, shoes ain’t cheap, bookin’ ain’t easy, we’re Breakin’ Necks & Cashin’ Cheques, as only The Meltdown can!!

Tick, tick, tick…. BOOM!!! 💥

Get ready for a fun, fast-paced and uncensored look back at the 2025 WWE Survivor Series, and the Monday Night Raw the following night, as Bryan & Tom unpack all the goings on in the world of the WWE.

Get the inside look into the mind of a true professional wrestling legend, as the guys break down the current product, and what’s to come in 2026!

Who’s YOUR pick to win the Men’s & Women’s Royal Rumble matches? The team look at the current odds according to the bookies.

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Tick, tick, tick…. BOOM!!! Welcome to December Everyone!!! 💥

Survivor Series Preview Show

Like the Survivor Series of old, let’s revisit some nostalgia by hosting this week’s episode of The Meltdown on Thanksgiving Eve!!! Welcome to Wrath Wednesday, where Bryan & Tom hit it home on so many amazing topics relating to the Fall Spectacular…

Join the boys as they:

- Take a look forward to this weekend’s mega PLE, Survivor Series

- Hit the Comparison between the original format, “Teams of 5 strive to survive” Elimination Matches and War Games

- Bryan’s preferences?

- Take a look back at ‘93 & ‘94, when Adam Bomb was a part of 2 legendary Survivor Series teams.

- 1993 - Team Razor vs. Team Schyster

- 1994 - Guts & Glory vs. Million Dollar Team

- Can Bryan name all members of both teams from these events?

- Mr Perfect was replaced last minute by Macho Man Randy Savage in 1993. When were the Superstars made aware of the alteration? Did the change affect the original plan for the match?

- Preference over being a part of a Heel Team and a Baby Face Team?

- Bryan was a part of WCW Fall Brawl where WarGames was a feature. Was performing in a ring, which had another ring butted up to it, difficult to manoeuvre? Not having the luxury of a crowd on one side?

- Preview of this Saturday’s PLE and a match car run down including:

- WarGames: Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, CM Punk & The Usos vs. Brock Lesnar, Drew McIntyre, Logan Paul, Bronson Reed & Bron Breakker

- WarGames: Rhea Ripley, Iyo Sky, AJ Lee, Charlotte Flair & Alexa Bliss vs. Becky Lynch, Asuka, Kairi Sane, Nia Jaxx & Lash Legend

- Intercontinental Title Match: John Cena vs. Dominik Mysterio

- WWE Women’s World Championship: Stephanie Vacquer vs. Nikki Bella

- John Cena’s Last Time is Now Tournament for Saturday Night’s Main Event in December.

- Current lineup up sees Gunther, Solo Sikoa, LA Knight, Jey Uso… who’s being given the Golden Ticket

- Would it be a natural and fitting ending for Cena to be honoured with a Hall Of Fame Induction at WrestleMania next year?

- The WWE returns of Matt Cardona (as Zack Ryder) and Nic Nemeth (as Dolph Ziggler)

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Tick, tick, tick…. BOOM!!! Happy Thanksgiving Everyone!!! 💥

Dan “The Beast” Severn Special

This Totally Nuclear Tuesday, Bryan & Tom are proud to welcome one of the most awe- inspiring pioneers in the history of Mixed Martial Arts Combat and Professional Wrestling… 3 Time NWA World Champion, and UFC Triple Crown Winner, Dan “The Beast” Severn!!

Here all about Dan’s fascinating history and stories including:

• His introduction to high school sports.
• Working for Vince McMahon
• Developing the character of “The Beast”
• Learning from the legendary Jim Cornette
• Training for the UFC Fight World
• WWE’s Creative pitch to have him join the Ministry Of Darkness
• Shooting in the Royal Rumble Match
• MOUNT RUSHMORE… UFC Legends
• His chemistry with Al Snow
• His encounters with Ken Shamrock and why they didn’t come to a bigger WWE Stage
• WINNER STAYS ON… Crossover Pro Wrestlers & MMA Athletes
• Travelling around the world, hosting combat seminars
• Winning the UFC Triple Crown
• His current career path and carving his own legacy.

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Tick, tick, tick…. BOOM!!! 💥

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⚡️ THUNDERSTRUCK!!! ⚡️

This Meltdown Monday, jump in your Time Machine and turn the clock back to the Year 2000 (it was only like 5 minutes ago, right?!) as Bryan & Tom take The Meltdown back to it’s roots to bring you this exclusive Watch Along!!

It’s WCW Thunder from May 3rd 2000, and the segment that the focus will be on is LEGENDARY in Pro Wrestling Folklore as it features pretty much EVERY main roster member, all in the same ring at the same time, with insane returns, crazy weapons and a “Now You See Him, Now You Don’t” appearance by the iconic WCW Champion David Arquette!!!

Open up your YouTube Machine on 2 different devices, and listen to the guys breakdown the feud of the New Blood vs The Millionaire’s Club, in what is considered a truly INFAMOUS piece of wrestling history!!!

Remember… Shoes Ain‘t Cheap and Bookin’ Ain’t Easy!!

Don’t ya dare miss it!!! Later today on YouTube!! Click that Notification Bell to be in the know as to when the show drops!! 🛎️

#WCW #Thunder #WWE #WWF #WatchAlong #BattleRoyal #Kronik #BryanClark #BrianAdams #Wrestling #ProWrestling #YouTube

Uncut… Unprepared, Unplanned… UNCENSORED!!!

The Meltdown - Halloween Week Review

🎃 TICK, TICK, TICK… BOO!!! 🎃

Welcome to your Halloween Week, here on The Meltdown where more than just body slams go Bump In The Night!!

This week Bryan & Tom take a deep dive into:

• WWE Invading Arizona….
• Bryan’s own personal appearance in Phoenix…
• Halloween Havoc 1998 Memories
• NXT continuing the legacy of Halloween Havoc.
• Mount Rushmore - Best Mullets In Wrestling History
• Seth Rollins gloriously excommunicated from The Vision.
• Is it the time to go ALL IN on a Breakker push?
• Was Jey Uso the correct choice as winner of Raw’s No. 1 Contenders Battle Royal?
• Ilja Dargunov - NEW US Champion
• Another huge neck tattoo
• AJ Styles & Dragon Lee
• Aleister Black / Zelina Vega
• Non-Compete Contract Clauses:
• AEW’s The Fish Tank Spot.
• WINNER STAYS ON… FACE PAINTED SUPERSTARS!!

Saturday Night’s Main Event Predictions:

• CM Punk vs. Jey Uso
• Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill
• Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre

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As always, we’re Breakin’ Necks & Cashin’ Cheques, as only The Meltdown can!!

Tick, tick, tick…. BOOM!!! 💥