This week in the news: venue announcements in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM, a discussion on Beta Male energy in wrestling, and in Vader Club: Chris has selectedFrom Slamboree 98: Ultimo Dragon vs. Eddie Guerrero

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The Flagship returns this week to review and recap NXT's Vengeance Day, discuss the newly-named Ricky Saints, the current state of NXT, the life and career of Gran Hamada, Grand Slam Australia ratings, & much more!

• Case Lowe's Gran Hamada article: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2025/02/15/the-life-career-enduring-legacy-of-gran-hamada/
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Welcome back to Open The Voice Gate! Case (https://twitter.com/_inyourcase) and Mike (https://twitter.com/fujiiheya) are back with an update on the comings and goings of Dragongate.

Open The Voice Gate opens up this week talking about the passing of Gran Hamada. They discuss Case’s excellent biography, the singular nature of Hamada’s life, his history dating to the JWA days, his inspiration, and both Mike and Case bring a Hamada match they wanted to talk about in light of his passing.

After that, it’s back to Dragongate after the first Acros Fukuoka (2/11) shows of the year, 30 Under 30, and previewing a fun looking Memorial Gate in Wakayama Card (2/24!)

Case’s Gran Hamada Retrospective: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2025/02/15/the-life-career-enduring-legacy-of-gran-hamada/

Gran Hamada, Kendo & Black Man vs Los Brazos - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kS39NJD0AU

Gran Hamada, El Texano & Silver King vs Negro Casas, Rambo & Dr. Wagner Jr. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kZx3HeHHDQ

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In the world of lucha libre, a parejas increíbles match is when two rivals team up against another team of rivals in an attempt to put aside their differences for the sake of winning. We often see unusual collaborations in the world of music as well. On this episode, Andrew and returning guest Fred Morlan (The Good, The Bad & The Hungee) play songs that feature artists of different backgrounds, genres, and vibes coming together to make great music. These incredible pairs include The Lonely Island and Michael Bolton, Anthrax and Public Enemy, Tom Jones and The Cardigans, The KLF and Tammy Wynette, Beyoncé and Miley Cyrus, Daft Punk and Paul Williams, and many more. It doesn't matter if you're a técnico or a rudo, you can still enjoy this fun episode!

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"Magnificent" Mike Spears joins us for a very special episode of The Good, the Bad, and the Hungee! We talk through the releases of Miro, Malakai Black, and Ricky Starks, as well as the allegedly awful situation with Bear Boulder. Then Mike and I talk about GLEAT to finally complete the 2025 Great Pro Wrestling Primer.

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Kelly and Taylor return to talk everything joshi!

They discuss the finals of Tokyo Joshi's Max Heart tournament, one tough day for Mio Momono and Maya Yukihi's produce show!

But there's more! They also preview what's to come, including Stardom's Path of Thunder, a Marigold Korakuen Hall show, Tokyo Joshi's Go Girl 5 and more!

Give it a listen!

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On this episode of the Mike & JD Show, we break down the major developments shaking up AEW and beyond:

• AEW Grand Slam Reaction – We analyze the highs and lows from AEW Grand Slam 2024, discussing standout matches, surprise outcomes, and what the results mean for AEW's future.

• Australia "Controversy" – A deep dive into the latest buzz coming out of Australia about AEW moving from the stadium to an arena, ticket sales, and for some reason people are talking about the size of their ring. BAD FAITH GRIFTERS GALORE

• Tony Khan Removes Bad Apples – We explore reports that Tony Khan is taking decisive action by removing problematic figures from AEW, like Malakai Black, Miro, and Ricky Starks. Could Rey Fenix be next?

Join us as we dissect these hot topics, share our opinions, and predict what the future holds for AEW and professional wrestling!

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This week in the news: roster moves, in THE LAZY RIVER OF WRESTLING CRITICISM, some on the fly thoughts on NXT Vengeance and a very good Dynamite, and in Vader Club: Meiko Satomura vs Io Shirai from 2015.

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Paul and Gerard celebrate KENTA's return home to NOAH, and discuss the company's hot show in Korakuen Hall. From there it's on to All Japan with a big tag title match and some strange booking. Then they go over the Champion Carnival participants.

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This week on The Flagship: A review of NJPW New Beginning in Osaka, Hirooki Goto finally winning the IWGP World Heavyweight Title, and a real Dumb Jock Wrestling show through and through.

We also dive into the New Japan Cup, NJPW's upcoming anniversary show, recent WWE & AEW releases, Ricky Stark's (maybe?) NXT debut, Grand Slam Australia preview, MLW SuperFight & more!

Join us for Grand Slam Australia Instant Reaction LIVE!

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