The Trish and Sarah Wrestling Podcast

Bryan joins us for a discussion of Wrestling Media- past, present and future.

This week on the podcast, AEW is in a hole and dying and will not survive the crisis that was the Juneteenth Rating. Or will they? Your hosts explain why it's a fool's errand to look at any one week's ratings in isolation, and what factors could have contributed to the loss in viewers. (1:36) We also discuss what makes AEW unique and how they can use that to counter moves from WWE (33:10). Then it's tournament time as we review the G1 announcement and the reveal of the Owen tournament cards. (1:16:21). Finally, it's listener questions, and we got some good ones! (1:45:26)

Trish and Sarah are back for Episode 19! We begin with the fallout from NJPW's Dominion show, where we ask the question, could the Juniors main event Wrestle Kingdom? (1:55) We then move into a discussion of the Forbidden Door card so far and what talking point is driving us insane (30:06). We also breakdown the changes that are allowing former AAA wrestlers to appear on shows alongside CMLL talent (1:14:35). We then run through some WWE updates (1:22:28) Before getting into some listener questions and maybe banter? (1:35:15)

Trish and Sarah return for Episode 18! We kick off the show with reactions to Double or Nothing, both the show itself and the critical reaction surrounding it. (0:35). This leads us to a discussion about All In and the state of the ticket buys at the moment, as well as thoughts about possible matches. (22:47) We also talk about 18-34 ratings for Dynamite, and the state of the major AEW programs as we head into summer (52:52). Then it’s over to discuss the recent announcement of Collision’s residency in Arlington, TX (1:23:53). We wrap up with listener questions (1:33:15) and a check in with New Japan (1:41:55)

Trish and Sarah return for Episode 17 and it's a weighty one. They start by covering developments in the Janel Grant lawsuit (00:36). Then it's over to Paris for the WWE Backlash press conference and the Drew Gulak situation (10:08). Trish and Sarah then discuss the media reaction and the challenges of the changing media landscape (41:51). Then your hosts look at the changes to WWE business (1:16:24) and discuss how AEW are moving into the summer in their TV deal year. (1:24:30)

It's Episode 16, and Trish and Sarah are back to discuss the AEW Dynasty PPV and Swerve Strickland's historic win as the first black AEW Men's World Champion. They discuss his match, the follow up on Dynamite and Collision, and the potential pitfalls that lay ahead. (0:52) Then it's over to the Elite and their attack on AEW President Tony Khan. Your hosts discuss the savvy way AEW rolled this into NFL draft coverage, the opportunities to further the storyline in Winnipeg, and what this story can do for Jack Perry (40:45). Then Trish and Sarah answer listener questions about AEW's ratings, upcoming TV deal negotiations, and booking challenges. Then we check in on WWE and their media strategy, recent releases, and discuss updates on the Janel Grant lawsuit and if the coverage has had any impact on the culture of pro wrestling (1:28:21).

What a week! Trish and Sarah start out with covering Mania Weekend--the end of Cody's story, the centering of Paul Levesque, and the likelihood of WWE growth moving forward. (0:43) Then, it's time to roll the tape as we switch gears to AEW and the airing of the All In Backstage footage. Was it the right choice to do it on TV? Did it further the Young Bucks/FTR feud? How did it impact Jack Perry's appearance on Windy City Riot? We get into all that, and answer a few listener questions on AEW's future and potential upcoming title reigns. (31:06) Then it's over to New Japan and the IWGP title change. What will Mox's win mean for Naito, the Musketeers and NJPW as a whole? (1:27:13)

and Sarah and Trish break down exactly why!

Trish and Sarah have gotten a couple of really great listener questions, and this week, they respond! First up is Ratings 101 - your hosts walk you through some of the basics, explain the pitfalls around interpreting it, and discuss who is looking at this data and what they're using it for and how it impacts the perception of AEW (0:36). Then they tackle the question of How Often Should a Champion Wrestle? (1:04:15) Finally, they wrap things up with a conversation about the impact of worked shoots (1:17:02) and make some predictions about upcoming events (1:37:46)!

Your hosts return for Episode 13, and they start out with an update on the Janel Grant lawsuit. Trish and Sarah talk about the name reveals and what WWE knew, and when they knew it (0:36). Then Trish reports back on her recent trip to Japan, and she and Sarah answer a listener question about the State of NJPW (32:37). Finally, they check in on AEW and the unveiling of the Tag Team tournament. What does it mean to elevate someone, and is anyone doing it well? (1:10:36)