John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the Lee Fitting story in the New York Times and Saturday Night’s Main Event ratings.

Katie Strang and Andrew Marchand have a major story covering Lee Fitting’s departure from ESPN last year amid misconduct allegations. John & Brandon chat about the story, what is alleged, and WWE’s decision to hire Fitting.

Plus: WWE returned to NBC with Saturday Night’s Main Event and the ratings are out (including streaming numbers), Tony Khan speaks before ROH Final Battle, WWE’s holiday tour attendance numbers & more.

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• Lee Fitting was ESPN’s ‘golden boy’ — then his alleged misconduct ‘finally caught up to him’
• WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event ratings 
• 1985-2008 Saturday Night's Main Event TV ratings
• Tony Khan ROH Final Battle 2024 media call notes

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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston review Mark Shapiro’s comments at the UBS conference on TKO’s upcoming year, including its launch on Netflix.

The TKO president and COO spoke about WWE’s move to the top streaming platform in the world, the potential of more two-night premium live events, site fees, and TKO’s interest in boxing.

Plus: The latest on the investigation into Vince McMahon and the status of the “stay”, additional details emerge regarding the issues between CM Punk and Ryan Nemeth in AEW, AEW All In Texas begins its promotional push, and Dana White is finally asked to speak about the status of Conor McGregor.

VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/m4MtUFTsTG4

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• AEW All In Texas
• Mark Shapiro speaks at UBS Conference
• Details on CM Punk - Ryan Nemeth issues (Fightful)
• Dana White comments on Conor McGregor’s status

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The latest on pro wrestling business, with Brandon Thurston.

• Latest Dynamite ratings and other AEW ratings and attendance trends
• WWE ratings and attendance trends
• Saturday Night's Main Event ratings from 2006 to 2008. How NBC performs lately in that time slot.
• Your questions

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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about WWE and Netflix’s media day and what viewers can expect in January when Raw moves platforms.

Plus: WWE is attempting to place the ring boy lawsuit on hold until a Supreme Court ruling, WWE sets another arena record for Survivor Series in Canada, Eric Bischoff criticizes AEW, Saturday Night’s Main Event returns to NBC this month, and a two-month check-up on NXT since its move to CW.

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• WWE & Netflix Executives Talk 2025 ‘Raw’ Roll Out
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• WWE Survivor Series press conference notes
• AEW Dynamite ratings on Thanksgiving Eve 
• The Story of Ted Turner and Professional Wrestling 

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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the fallout for Conor McGregor after the conclusion of the civil case where a jury found him liable for sexual assault.

We welcome lawyer Jason Cruz from MMA Payout to discuss the decision, the fallout for McGregor’s business endeavors, and his future in fighting.

Plus: AEW is moving its Grand Slam event to a smaller arena in Brisbane in February, Ricky Starks pulled from GCW events, the latest on Wesley Eisold’s suit over the ‘American Nightmare’ trademark & a change in the Southern District of New York.

VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/FSYpl1pH5_8

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• Conor McGregor found liable for sexual assault
• Video game developer ends relationship with Conor McGregor
• Owners of Proper No. 12 remove Conor McGregor from its marketing
• AEW Grand Slam Australia is moved to a smaller venue
• Ricky Starks pulled from upcoming GCW appearances
• WWE, Fanatics' attorneys argue Cody Rhodes’ neck tattoo is part of his likeness

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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss Linda McMahon’s role in Trump’s administration, Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson & AEW’s third-quarter performance.

The President-elect has chosen Linda McMahon to lead the Education Department with many questioning this latest cabinet choice.

Netflix staged one of its biggest events ever this past Friday, the boxing match from AT&T Stadium, but the broadcast was hardly flawless.

Plus: AEW’s Q3 performance, WWE confirms its location for Raw on Jan. 6, AEW rolls out dates for December & 2025 including three nights at the Hammerstein Ballroom, a massive Republican presence at UFC 309 in New York City and Pollock & Thurston react to the WON Hall of Fame Class of 2024.

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• Wrestling scandals shadow the rise of Linda McMahon
• Netflix Stock Rises Again As Tyson-Paul Fight Sets Streaming Record
• AEW Q3 2024 Key Performance Indicators: TV ratings, attendance, PPV buys
• Ari Emanuel discusses WWE’s move to Netflix
• AEW announces events at Hammerstein Ballroom
• November 18, 2024 Observer Newsletter: The 2024 Hall of Fame class
• Trump, Visiting New York, Finds a Friendly Crowd at a Fight

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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the latest including Linda McMahon’s role in Trump’s cabinet, WWE’s cuts, Tyson vs. Paul on Netflix & more.

Pollock and Thurston chat about Linda McMahon’s rumored appointment to Trump’s cabinet as its head of commerce, Dr. Carlon Colker issues another filing and Ann Callis responds, WWE makes a handful of talent cuts, and Netflix presents Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul this Friday at AT&T Stadium.

Plus: Toronto will host Elimination Chamber, NXT goes on the road again, a discussion on UFC and WWE’s alternative pay-per-view models, and the surge in sign-ups for Blue Sky could see a shift in wrestling-based social activity. 

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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through TKO’s Q3 earnings report, a breakdown of the Crown Jewel show, and chat about the WON Hall of Fame.

Pollock and Thurston discuss the details from Wednesday’s Q3 earnings and call with analysts, the key takeaways from the report, and a follow-up interview Mark Shapiro did on CNBC.

Our guest is U.K. journalist Robert Jackman, who attended the WWE events in Saudi Arabia this past weekend and provides an in-person report on WWE’s popularity in the country, fans who travel to the shows, and its relationship with the General Entertainment Authority. 

Plus, What does a Trump administration mean for Vince McMahon?

And, we go through the candidates for the Wrestling Observer Newsletter’s Hall of Fame.

VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/7q9RuizIuuE

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• TKO Reports $57.7M Net Income for Q3: WWE and UFC Financials
• Mark Shapiro on UFC media rights, McMahon, gambling and more
• Linda McMahon contributed more than $10 million to help elect Donald Trump in 2024

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The latest on pro wrestling business, with Brandon Thurston.

• WWE, AEW popularity (attendance & TV ratings) monthly update
• Bloodline story continues to pop quarter-hours, YouTube highlights
• Wrestlemania ticket prices over time
• Update on WWE/TKO ownership
• Merchandise rankings estimates
• Your questions:
• How would you assess NXT ratings on CW so far?
• NXT vs. Dynamite head-to-head this Wednesday
• Do you worry that covering controversial topics will hurt Wrestlenomics?
• How much money could an ROH on TruTV deal reasonably be worth?
• How would TKO price tickets if demand declined?

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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston provide a breakdown of the WWE ID program, which was announced this week.

They discuss the details the company has shared along with additional information and many questions this initiative brings up.

Mark Pollesel, promoter of C*4 Wrestling in Ottawa, Ontario, joins us to share his reaction to WWE ID program and the response he received on Tuesday after outlining those issues on X.

Plus: A report suggests Vince McMahon is looking to resume his career, WrestleMania 41 tickets create an uproar, TKO’s stock responds to acquisition announcement, and WWE returns to Saudi Arabia for Crown Jewel and Raw.

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• WWE launches indie wrestling development program
• Vince McMahon preparing to launch entertainment company

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