Wrasslin' Wroundtable

Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue are back to break down a week of wrestling that raised titles, escalated grudges, and crossed a few lines that didn’t need crossing.Show Notes

• Drew McIntyre: Universal Champion… But On Borrowed Time?
Drew McIntyre is back on top, but the reign already feels like it came with an asterisk.
Ryan and Dom debate whether this is a true vote of confidence or a strategically timed reign meant to set up someone else. Is Drew the destination — or just the obstacle? And if this is short-term, does it undercut what should be a dominant champion moment?

• Jacob Fatu: Payback or Power Move?
Jacob Fatu’s interference wasn’t subtle — and it definitely wasn’t random.
Is this about settling a score with Drew, or is Fatu operating on a completely different tier, using chaos as a message? The Wroundtable unpacks motive, escalation, and what this could mean for the main event picture.

• Darby Allin — And AEW’s Risk Problem
This isn’t just about Darby.
That suplex onto the ring steps was brutal, unnecessary, and emblematic of a larger issue in AEW — where extreme risks regularly happen on standard TV with little payoff beyond shock value. Ryan and Dom ask why these moments keep happening, who benefits from them, and whether AEW needs clearer guardrails before someone pays a permanent price.

All that and more on an episode that asks tough questions — because someone has to.

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Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue kick off 2026 the only way they know how: strong opinions, raised eyebrows, and zero patience for nonsense.

• Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky: The New Women’s Tag Team Powerhouse
This isn’t a temporary alliance or a throwaway pairing.
Rhea and Iyo feel like a deliberate, dangerous move — two elite performers reshaping the tag division in real time. Ryan and Dom break down why this team works, why it matters, and how it could raise the ceiling for the entire women’s roster.

• Becky Lynch as Women’s IC Champion… Why, Though?
No disrespect to Becky — but the booking raises real questions.
Does this elevate the title, or does it block momentum for the division’s next wave? The Wroundtable debates what WWE is trying to accomplish and who could benefit more from that spotlight.

• Bron Breakker: Can He Get His Heat Back?
After losing his title shot against CM Punk, Bron’s aura took a hit.
Ryan and Dom discuss whether this is a temporary detour or a dangerous stall, and what WWE needs to do now to keep Breakker feeling like the future.

• The Royal Rumble Is Somehow Weeks Away
Time is fake, the calendar is lying, and suddenly it’s almost Rumble season. The crew looks at who needs momentum fast, what stories need sharpening, and whether WWE is actually ready for one of its biggest events of the year.

Plus more tangents, theories, and “it’s only January and we’re already stressed” energy.

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Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue are back to stir the pot, connect the dots, and question at least three creative decisions — all while handing out their highly scientific (not at all scientific) year-end awards.

Show Notes

• ​ Cody Rhodes vs. Nick Aldis: Is This Really Over?

That promo on SmackDown got heated.

Ryan and Dom break down what’s next between the Undisputed Champ and the SmackDown GM. Do they rekindle the rivalry? Does Aldis lace up the boots again? And is WWE brave enough to actually pull the trigger?

• ​ Austin Theory: Lone Wolf… or Following a Certain “Monday Night Messiah”?

Theory is out here moving like a man with a plan — but whose plan is it?

The Wroundtable wonders: is he operating solo, or is a familiar, architect-like shadow looming over his future?

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🏆 Year-End Awards Discussion

• ​ Male Superstar of the Year

Ryan’s pick may raise eyebrows. And possibly blood pressure. Consider yourself warned.

• ​ Female Superstar of the Year

For once, Ryan and Dom actually agree — and this choice came with dominance, attitude, and a whole lot of “proceed with caution” energy.

• ​ Moment of the Year

A mixed bag of shock, chaos, and “did that really just happen?” vibes.

• ​ Least Favorite Moment

Easy. No debate.

Travis Scott at WrestleMania 41 Night 2 — a truly historic L.

• ​ Match of the Year

The bout that delivered everything: story, heart, brutality, payoff — the one they’ll still be rewatching next year.

Plus: jokes, rants, theories, and at least one “don’t yell at us on Facebook” disclaimer.

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Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue return with reactions, theories, and more than a little disbelief as WWE delivers answers… and somehow creates even more questions.

Show Notes

• Austin Theory Unmasked: So Now What?

The mystery masked man is revealed as Austin Theory — but that only raises bigger questions.

What’s next for him? Who is he really working for? And does this finally give Theory a defined direction, or is this just another reset?

• What Is The Vision, Really?

Is it a faction? A concept? A vibe? A corporate buzzword?

Ryan and Dom try to decode what WWE wants The Vision to be — and whether it has real long-term potential or is already spinning its wheels.

• Seth Rollins on the Shelf: What Should He Do Next?

With Seth sidelined until he’s cleared to wrestle again, the Wroundtable discusses how WWE can (and should) keep him relevant — from promos to manipulation to quietly pulling strings behind the scenes.

• John Cena’s “Final Match”: A Massive Letdown

No sugarcoating this one.

Ryan and Dom break down why Cena’s so-called final match felt rushed, underwhelming, and completely unworthy of one of the greatest careers in wrestling history. John Cena deserved more than a Saturday Night’s Main Event sendoff — and the frustration is real.

• And So Much More

Because somehow, there’s always more.

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🔮 Next Week: 2025 Year in Review

We’re handing out awards for:

• Male Superstar of the Year

• Female Superstar of the Year

• Moment of the Year

• Match of the Year

• Least Favorite Moment of the Year

Spoiler alert: both Ryan and Dom are very likely to include Travis Scott in their least favorite moment.

Leave a comment on this podcast or on our Facebook page with your picks, and we’ll shout them out next week.

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Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue are joined this week by Brandi Scott for a lively, opinionated dive into the latest WWE chaos — featuring nostalgia, frustration, and at least one extremely large mystery man.

Show Notes

• Favorite John Cena Memories (And Yes, Ryan Still Has Notes)

With Cena’s so-called “final match” looming, the crew shares their favorite John Cena moments — from iconic matches to unforgettable promos.

And no, Ryan is not buying that this is actually the end. Not even a little.

• Cody Rhodes: Why the Title Reign Feels Toothless

Cody has the belt… but where’s the bite?

The panel digs into why this reign lacks urgency, what’s missing from the storytelling, and how WWE could fix it before the crowd fully turns.

• NXT Stars on the Big Stage: Opportunity or Overexposure?

Bringing NXT talent onto major shows can be electric — or disastrous. Ryan, Dom, and Brandi discuss who’s benefiting, who’s being rushed, and how WWE should be handling developmental call-ups on massive platforms.

• The Giant Masked Man: Who Is That and Why Is He Everywhere?

A towering masked figure has been raising hell lately, and the internet has theories. The Wroundtable breaks down the possibilities, the presentation, and whether this mystery actually has legs… or just height.

All that and more on Episode 44 of Wrasslin’ Wroundtable.

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Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue return to break down a Survivor Series that had high spots, low lows, and at least three moments that made us question WWE’s entire creative direction.

Show Notes

• Iyo Sky: Queen of WarGames (and Possibly Unhinged)

Is Iyo Sky actually out of her mind? Because the woman saves her most dangerous, insane, breathtaking spots exclusively for WarGames.

Ryan and Dom dig into the match layout, the standout moments, and whether the women’s WarGames delivered the way fans hoped.

• Dirty Dom Steals the IC Title: Why Won’t Judgment Day Leave Us Alone?

Dom takes the title off John Cena with a little “friendly assistance,” and somehow Judgment Day continues to be everywhere, all the time, forever.

The Wroundtable asks the eternal question: why can’t they just go away for five minutes?

• Stephanie Vaquer vs. Nikki Bella: It Happened.

That’s the note. That’s the tone. That’s the summary.

A match so confusing and unnecessary that describing it any further feels like giving it too much power.

• Men’s WarGames: The Mystery Hooded Man Overshadows Everything

The entire match should’ve been the story.

Instead, the biggest talking point was: “Who the hell is the dude in the hood?”

Ryan and Dom discuss what worked, what didn’t, and why the match left them wanting more… just not that.

• LA Knight vs. Gunther: Who Faces Cena in the ‘Final’ Match?

The winner gets John Cena in what WWE keeps calling his last match — even though Ryan is still convinced there’s more coming.

The crew debates who should get the honor and what the fallout might be.

All that and more on this week’s Wrasslin’ Wroundtable.

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📣 Episode 43 Preview

Comment your favorite John Cena memory, and Ryan & Dom will include it in the next episode!

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Survivor Series is less than a week away, and Ryan Hall & Dominique LaRue are here to break down every baffling, brilliant, and bizarre decision WWE has made on the road to San Dieg.

Show Notes

• The “Last Time Is Now” Tournament: Why Does It Feel… Off?

Cena’s final opponent tournament had one job: feel important.

Instead? Something’s missing. Ryan and Dom talk about why the brackets aren’t hitting emotionally, why Carmelo Hayes needed this spotlight, and why—despite all that—they’re still unapologetically #TeamGunther.

• Nikki Bella vs. Stephanie Vaquer: Huh??

Why is this happening? Who asked for this? What cosmic alignment of Marketing, Nostalgia, and Absolutely No Logic led to this matchup?

The Wroundtable tries (and probably fails) to make sense of it.

• Dirty Dom & John Cena: What’s Next?

After losing the IC title, what does Dom do now? Should this story continue? Should Cena pivot? Should someone check on Dom’s confidence levels? The crew breaks down the next logical—or chaotic—steps.

• Is WarGames Officially Played Out?

We love the cages. We love the chaos. But has WWE lost the magic formula? Ryan and Dom debate whether the WarGames concept needs a refresh, a reboot, or a full-blown sabbatical.

All that and more as the Wroundtable gets locked and loaded for Survivor Series weekend.

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Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue are back, caffeinated, confused, and ready to break down another week of WWE logic (or whatever we’re calling it at this point).

Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue return for another week of wrestling talk, hot takes, and mild exasperation at WWE’s booking philosophy.

Ryan Hall and Dominique LaRue are back at the table breaking down another wild week in the squared circle. From attitude shifts to shocking storylines, this one’s got it all.

In This Episode:

• 💥 Saturday Night’s Main Event delivers a solid night of action — what stood out most?

• 😈 Jade Cargill’s nasty streak — is this the heel run we’ve been waiting for?

• 🩸 Jey Uso’s attitude change — redemption arc or slow burn to chaos?

• 🏆 John Cena’s 16-Man Tournament — who’s worthy of being his final opponent?

Plus: Ryan and Dom share their bold predictions heading into Survivor Series season.

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