The Old Bucks are joined by Gherkins Dunphy from Shaz Beef’s Gorilla Room to take a look at some of the worst heel turns in professional wrestling history.

A great heel turn can change the entire direction of a character, but when it goes wrong it can confuse fans, damage momentum, or simply make no sense at all. The lads dig into some of the most debated turns ever, including Stone Cold Steve Austin aligning with Vince McMahon at WrestleMania X-Seven, Rikishi revealing he “did it for the Rock,” and the recent heel turn of John Cena.

Along the way the discussion moves across multiple eras and promotions including WCW, WWE, and AEW, as the lads debate what actually makes a heel turn work — and why some of wrestling’s biggest moments didn’t land the way they should have.

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The Old Bucks are joined by Gherkins Dunphy for a milestone episode as The Wrestling Fan Wrestling Show hits its 100th podcast — and the lads mark it with a listener-suggested deep dive into one of the most debated eras in wrestling history.

Prompted by Ger from our Discord server, this episode looks back at the wrestlers who made the jump from WCW to WWE following the takeover. From headline names like Hulk Hogan, Kevin Nash, Scott Hall, Sting, Goldberg, Ric Flair and Scott Steiner, to cruiserweights and mid-card staples like Rey Mysterio, Chavo Guerrero and Billy Kidman, the lads examine who benefited, who struggled, and why.

There’s also discussion around the Invasion era, including Diamond Dallas Page and Booker T, how WWE presented former WCW stars, and whether the transition was ever handled fairly. One notable omission is Hugh Morrus — which, according to DDP logic, might not be a bad thing at all.

A reflective, honest look at legacy, opportunity, and missed chances — and a fitting way to mark 100 episodes.

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A slightly different episode this week as the podcast goes online for the first time — and it’s a special one.

After referencing it countless times on the show, Shane finally sits down with Sean Herbert, the founder of The Wrestling Channel, to talk about how it came to be and why it still holds such a strong place in wrestling fans’ memories.

Broadcast between December 2003 and December 2008, The Wrestling Channel was a free-to-air digital satellite station in the UK and Ireland, created with one clear mission: to be a dedicated home for professional wrestling. For many fans, it was the first time they had access to wrestling outside the WWE bubble.

The channel introduced audiences to promotions they had never seen before, including CZW, TNA, ROH, FWA, IWW and more. It helped shape tastes, broaden horizons, and quietly influenced an entire generation of fans and wrestlers across the UK and Ireland.

Sean talks candidly about the challenges of running a wrestling TV channel, the risks involved, why it ultimately ended after five years, and what its legacy looks like today. A must-listen for anyone who discovered independent wrestling through late-night channel surfing.

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On today’s All Elite Morro, I break down the explosive MJF and Hangman Adam Page promo from last night’s AEW Dynamite and analyse the massive implications heading into AEW Revolution.

With the Texas Death Match now carrying the stipulation that Hangman Adam Page can never challenge for the AEW World Championship again if he loses, I examine what this means for his character arc, AEW’s long-term booking, and the future of the title picture. I also assess MJF’s positioning in the feud, the promo dynamics between the two, and whether AEW is setting up a defining career moment at Revolution.

This episode delivers focused AEW analysis, storyline breakdowns, and in-depth wrestling discussion covering MJF, Hangman Page, AEW Dynamite, and the road to AEW Revolution. Subscribe for weekly wrestling reviews and thoughtful analysis of the biggest stories in professional wrestling.

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On this week’s All Elite Morro, I break down three major shows across NJPW and AEW. First, I review NJPW New Beginning in Osaka, analysing the key matches, title implications, standout performances, and what the results mean for New Japan Pro Wrestling moving forward.

I then turn to AEW Dynamite, discussing the biggest story developments, match quality, and ongoing rivalries shaping All Elite Wrestling. Finally, I review AEW Grand Slam Australia, evaluating the card and how the event fits into AEW’s long-term creative direction.

This episode delivers in-depth wrestling analysis covering NJPW, AEW, match reviews, storyline progression, and the wider wrestling landscape. Subscribe for weekly wrestling reviews and thoughtful breakdowns of the biggest shows in the industry.

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The four-man booth returns as Shaz, Morro, Dunphy and Johnny Mortos take on a topic that quickly turns heated: who are the most influential European wrestlers of all time?

After asking the listeners for their picks, the lads bring those suggestions into the studio and stack them up against their own choices. Predictably, not everyone agrees. Becky Lynch becomes a major flashpoint in the debate, with strong opinions on influence versus achievement.

Ireland’s wrestling pedigree comes under the spotlight, with discussion around the impact made by Sheamus, Finn Bálor, Lyra Valkyria, Fit Finlay and JD McDonagh. The conversation then moves across mainland Europe, with legendary figures like André the Giant, Bruno Sammartino, Otto Wanz and George Hackenschmidt all getting their due.

Influence, legacy, star power and historical importance are all weighed up, leading to plenty of disagreement and strong opinions. If you like passionate debates that don’t always end neatly, this one is for you.

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Shaz and Morro are back as The Old Bucks for a listener-suggested episode, with today’s topic coming straight from Oisín McCarthy in the Wrestling Fan Wrestling Show Discord.

The lads take on a deceptively difficult question: if someone had never watched wrestling before, what match would you show them first? Do you go straight for spectacle and shock with The Undertaker vs Mick Foley inside Hell in a Cell, or WrestleMania’s TLC 2? Is there still magic in larger-than-life moments like Hogan vs Warrior at WrestleMania VI? Or is the best entry point something more grounded, like Flair vs Steamboat from the 80s?

They also ask whether a John Cena match works as an introduction, how much context matters, and whether modern wrestling makes it harder or easier to hook new fans. A deep, thoughtful discussion that says a lot about what different people value in wrestling.

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In this week’s first All Elite Morro short, I evaluate which members of the AEW and WWE rosters are best positioned for a potential swap to the other company. I look at contract timing, creative direction, roster needs, and momentum to predict which AEW stars could thrive in WWE and which WWE talents may benefit from a move to AEW.

This focused breakdown explores how roster movement could reshape both companies and what these potential jumps would mean for the wrestlers involved and the wider wrestling landscape.

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Shane and Morro are back in the Gorilla Room for their first proper review show in months, and as always, the Royal Rumble dragged them back in.

This episode focuses on the Saudi Royal Rumble and how it stacks up as we head into WrestleMania season. Liv Morgan emerged victorious in the Women’s Royal Rumble, while Roman Reigns won the Men’s Rumble, setting the table for two very different roads to WrestleMania. The lads break down both matches, the booking decisions, and what the wins mean going forward.

They also discuss Gunther defeating AJ Styles in a match that put AJ’s career on the line, as well as Drew McIntyre defending his title against Sami Zayn.

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Shane and Morro are live from the Gorilla Room for the return of the Insane Royal Rumble.

Thirty wrestling names go into the pot, but this is not your normal Royal Rumble. Every draw brings complete unpredictability. If a name is pulled, they enter the Rumble. If that same name is drawn again, they’re eliminated — but the very next name decides their fate. Eliminated wrestlers are thrown straight back into the pot, ensuring maximum nonsense and zero logic.

The stakes still matter though. Whoever survives the Insane Royal Rumble earns more than bragging rights. The winner will have their Road to WrestleMania booked, challenging a champion chosen by the lads.

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