In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Thomas and Josephine Numbers (or is it Dave Mustane?) discuss the latest episode of WWE Raw, breaking down the significant matches and promos. They highlight Rusev's impressive return match against Otis, Pat McAfee's electric promo that had Omaha, Nebraska, buzzing, and the main event between Jay Uso and Seth Rollins. The conversation includes the potential and pitfalls of current storylines, character developments, and some speculative fantasy booking. Tune in for insightful commentary, humor, and a deep dive into the state of WWE storytelling.
00:00 Introduction and Banter
00:32 Review of Recent WWE Episode
01:32 Bird Girl's Personality Emerges
05:17 Paul Heyman and Jay Uso Segment
24:36 Mid-Card Matches and Analysis
39:48 Becky Lynch and Lyra Confrontation
47:03 Lyra's Place in the Roster
48:27 Roxanne vs. Iyo Sky Match Analysis
57:33 Rusev's Return and Otis Match
01:14:54 Pat McAfee's Electrifying Promo
01:24:07 Main Event: Jay Uso vs. Seth Rollins
01:32:03 Closing Remarks and Future Speculations


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Join us for a lively discussion as we dive into the 2025 WWE Bus Flip, covering the latest round of wrestler releases and their potential next moves. Featuring insights, humor, and a mock draft of where released talents could end up, this episode has it all. From established names like Braun Strowman and Shayna Baszler to lesser-known talents, no one is spared from the analysis. We also tackle broader issues like the state of the wrestling industry, what’s next for these released stars, and even some entertaining off-topic moments.
00:00 Draft Day: Wrestling Soup's First Pick
00:32 Viral Video: The Philly Incident
03:54 Public Shaming: Mall and Train Station Stories
09:11 Wrestling Gossip: Shotsy Blackheart's Release
12:23 WWE Firings: Reactions and Speculations
26:12 Shayna Basler: A Career Retrospective
34:44 Cora Jade: The Rise and Fall
40:09 Office Gossip and Wrestling Rants
40:47 Social Media Conspiracies and Grammar Critiques
42:08 OnlyFans and Wrestling Crossovers
43:44 Corporate America and Job Security
45:56 Braun Strowman and WWE Releases
46:44 Reactions to WWE Firings
51:00 Wrestling Fans and Social Media
51:42 Future Prospects for Released Wrestlers
53:35 More WWE Releases and Speculations
01:16:32 Life After Wrestling
01:19:30 Scotty's Dichotomy: Too Hot and Too Cool
01:19:58 Jaka Jackson's Release and Fan Reactions
01:20:21 Malice Bait and Outrage
01:21:28 WWE's Cost-Cutting Measures
01:22:41 Industry Impact and Future Prospects
01:24:20 Economic Factors and Corporate Layoffs
01:31:12 Wrestling Fans and Social Media
01:39:35 NXT Salaries and Wrestler Responses
01:51:14 The Wyatt Six and Gimmick Failures
02:04:09 Final Thoughts and Farewell


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Join Anthony Missionary Thomas, Andrew, and Jeff Lipman as they dive deep into another night of WWE SmackDown. In this episode, the team discusses the upcoming 'Bus Flip 2025' and its impact on the WWE roster. They unpack the standout matches, including Damien Priest vs. Solo Sokoa and the impressive showdown between Santos Escobar and Rey Fénix. The team also delves into Naomi's evolving character, Tiffany Stratton's trajectory, and the speculated AAA acquisition. Don’t miss discussions on potential heel turns, future matchups, and the ramifications of recent WWE cuts.
00:00 Welcome and Introductions
01:55 Reactions to WWE Releases
16:22 SmackDown Recap: Opening Match
22:46 Pretty Deadly vs. Fram
25:14 The Miz vs. Alistair Black
28:41 Naomi's New Persona
29:25 Naomi's Character Development
30:14 Wrestlers' Physical Transformations
31:32 The Bus Flip and WWE Roster Changes
32:01 Braun Strowman's Career Uncertainty
33:14 Women's Wrestling and Character Dynamics
43:14 Santos Escobar vs. Rey Fenix
53:12 Tag Team Match: Jade Cargill & Tiffany Stratton vs. Naomi & Nia Jax
57:44 AAA and WWE Partnership Speculations
01:01:32 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements

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In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Thomas and Joseph E. Numbers dive into the latest happenings in the world of wrestling, including a review of the recent TNA pay-per-view and a critique of WWE RAW's latest episode. The duo discusses a bizarre incident involving Leon Slater during a wrestling match, where he was uncaught after a jump, leading to a debate on wrestler safety. They also touch on Ricochet's recent comments about WWE ruining his passion, Samantha Irvin's claims of being shadow-banned on YouTube, and the launch of Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff's new wrestling venture 'Real American Freestyle Wrestling.' The episode wraps up with a mix of news, opinions, and humorous takes on the current state and future of wrestling.
00:00 Introduction and Recent Wrestling Highlights
00:32 The Leon Slater Incident
02:40 Critique of Dangerous Wrestling Spots
16:59 WWE and AAA Deal Speculations
20:22 AEW and WWE Talent Comparisons
34:08 Ricochet's Controversial Comments
41:58 Discussing Music and Shadow Banning
42:25 Comparing Music Video Success
45:19 Entitlement in the Music Industry
49:12 One Hit Wonders and Viral Songs
55:36 Hulk Hogan and Eric Bischoff's New Wrestling Promotion
01:17:16 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up


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In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Thomas and Joseph Numbers dive deep into the latest Monday Night RAW. They discuss the integration of NXT talent with the main roster, the questionable booking decisions, and the overall lack of compelling storytelling. Topics include the struggles of merging old and new equipment, the peculiar match setups, and the puzzling booking of top talents like Gunther, Becky Lynch, and Seth Rollins. The duo also touches on the upcoming Backlash event and the potential matches that may lead to more questions than excitement. With a mix of humor and criticism, this episode breaks down why this RAW episode felt more like a missed opportunity than a stepping stone to greatness.
00:00 Integrating Old and New Equipment
00:30 Damage Control After Rock Interview
01:04 Rhea Ripley vs. Roxanne Match Analysis
04:51 Becky Lynch and Lyra's Awkward Promo
08:04 Seth Rollins and the New Bloodline
22:37 Logan Paul's Isolated Journey
33:59 Judgment Day vs. War Raiders
41:36 Stephanie's Rising Stardom
42:39 Potential Alliances and Rivalries
46:32 Gunther's Future and Pat McAfee's Challenge
48:10 Critique of WWE's Creative Decisions
01:04:41 Main Event: Sammy Zane's Decision
01:22:08 Closing Remarks and Future Plans


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In this episode, the hosts dive into the aftermath of WrestleMania 41, discussing a variety of topics including bad takes, reactions, and random events that occurred during the week. They express their concerns about their Tuesday show getting lost amid the WrestleMania fallout. The conversation shifts to the controversial WWE roast featuring Tony Hinchcliffe and the heavy backlash it received. Other topics include notable WWE-related incidents, such as the Shannon Sharpe drama, Blair Davenport's pivot to OnlyFans, and the perplexing dynamic between Triple H, The Rock, and WWE's corporate decisions. Dave LaGreca's heated criticism of The Rock on 'Busted Open Radio' also makes waves, prompting a noteworthy response from The Rock himself. The episode wraps up with a discussion on the growing acceptance of OnlyFans and whether WWE talents can return from the platform.
00:00 WrestleMania Fallout and Reactions
01:39 The Roast Controversy
04:19 Comedy and Wrestling: A Strange Mix
08:50 Generational Shifts in WWE
21:22 OnlyFans and Wrestling Careers
40:45 Unfairness in the Workplace
41:36 Privacy Invasion and Public Scrutiny
42:40 Oversexualization in Media
45:48 WWE's Internal Conflicts
46:40 Pat McAfee's Absence Explained
49:39 The Rock's Controversial Comments
01:00:15 WrestleMania Fallout
01:17:26 Closing Remarks and Shoutouts


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Wrestling Soup Episode: WrestleMania Weekend Recap & Reactions
In this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Thomas and Trez recap the jam-packed WrestleMania weekend. They discuss the Hall of Fame ceremony, WrestleMania nights 1 and 2, and the notable events of Raw. Key topics include the Lex Luger induction, Triple H’s heartfelt acceptance speech, and reactions to standout matches featuring stars like Gunther, Jay USO, Charlotte Flair, and Tiffany Stratton. They also delve into the surprising outcomes and ongoing storylines, such as John Cena's 17th world title win and Cody Rhodes' dramatic crisis of conscience. Additionally, they explore the implications of WWE's acquisition of Triple A and the controversy surrounding Paul Haman's comments. The episode concludes with reflections on the weekend's events and a look ahead to future wrestling storylines.
00:00 Introduction and WrestleMania Weekend Overview
01:39 Hall of Fame Highlights and Reactions
05:44 Triple H's Emotional Acceptance Speech
25:07 WrestleMania Night One Recap
31:11 WrestleMania Night Two Preview
48:23 Match of the Night: Ripley vs. Bianca
50:04 Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest
52:11 Four-Way Match Highlights
58:57 Logan Paul vs. AJ Styles
01:02:48 Women's Tag Team Title Match
01:07:17 John Cena vs. Cody Rhodes
01:12:22 Monday Night Raw Recap
01:12:29 WWE Buys AAA: Expansion Plans
01:13:55 Paul Heyman Controversy
01:23:40 Seth Rollins and Braun Breaker Unite
01:36:18 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

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In this comprehensive episode, we dive deep into the aftermath of WrestleMania Night 1 and 2, dissecting matches, outcomes, and their implications for WWE's future. Discussions cover Seth Rollins' prolonged presence and its impact, Bron Breakker's rise to main event status, and the unexpected directions WWE might be heading under corporate influence, including a potential Emmy bid. Tune in as we also explore the roles of influencers like Logan Paul in WWE and the evolving dynamics among top wrestlers.
00:00 Introduction and Exhaustion with Seth Rollins
03:48 Seth Rollins' Career Phases
06:51 Paul Heyman's Influence and Seth's Future
18:12 John Cena's Heel Turn and Fan Reactions
19:58 Randy Orton's Evolution and Rivalry with Cena
31:41 The Rock's Absence and WrestleMania Fallout
38:38 Women's Tag Team Title Change and Becky Lynch Beating the Bird
39:41 Stephanie Vaquer's Debut
40:21 Rusev's Return and Dominance
42:28 New Day's Struggles and Future
47:14 Women's Championship Match: IyO Sky vs. Stephanie Vaquer
53:18 Jay Uso and Sami Zayn Segment
56:57 Gunther's Attack on Pat McAfee
59:45 Karrion Kross's Frustration and Future
01:14:07 Influencers in WWE: Logan Paul and Beyond
01:17:18 Financial Success Despite Low Attendance
01:17:39 Merchandise Madness
01:19:45 Concerns About Future Events
01:24:16 Dominick Mysterio's Rise
01:28:05 The Rock Responds or WWE's Emmy Aspirations
01:44:04 Bron Breakker's Main Event Push
01:48:12 Show Reactions and Criticisms


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Join Anthony Missionary Thomas, Joey Numbers, and Andrew Carlock as they dive deep into WWE WrestleMania 41 Night 2, analyzing match outcomes, standout moments, and the overall presentations. From the opening triple threat match to the underwhelming main event featuring Cody Rhodes and John Cena, the hosts unpack every detail and share their candid thoughts. They also touch upon the WWE Slammy Awards 2025 winners and discuss the implications for future storylines. Tune in for a comprehensive review and lively discussion on all things WrestleMania!
00:00 Introduction and Banter
01:07 WWE Slammy Awards 2025 Recap
04:33 WrestleMania 40 Ticket Sales Analysis
05:43 Discussion on WWE Entrances and Production
19:57 Women's World Championship Triple Threat Match
23:49 Sin City Street Fight: McIntyre vs. Priest
29:16 IC Fatal Four-Way Match
45:01 Dave Meltzer's WrestleMania Music Critique
45:58 Randy Orton vs. Joe Hendry Match Analysis
48:10 AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul: A Disappointing Match
48:53 Logan Paul's Future in WWE
52:48 WrestleMania's Ad Overload
58:19 John Cena vs. Cody Rhodes: A Letdown
01:07:34 WrestleMania 41: Final Thoughts and Super Chats


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WrestleMania Night 1 Review: Surprises, Predictable Twists & Bold Outcomes
In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Missionary Thomas, Joey Numbas, and guest Jon Draper dissect the highs and lows of WrestleMania Night 1. The trio kicks off discussing the opening segment and WrestleMania's main event, featuring Roman Reigns, CM Punk, and Seth Rollins. They debate the hotly contested outcomes, such as Gunther tapping out to Jey Uso and Tiffany Stratton’s controversial victory over Charlotte Flair. The episode also delves into WWE buying AAA and what this means for the industry's future. Join the hosts as they analyze match quality, storytelling, and potential directions for WWE moving forward. Tune in for an engaging combo of humor, insights, and honest critiques of WrestleMania Night 1.
00:00 Opening Banter and WrestleMania Prep
00:30 Hall of Fame Recap and Reactions
02:08 WrestleMania Night One: Initial Impressions
05:51 Technical Difficulties and Guest Introduction
06:46 Stand and Deliver Review
07:46 Stephanie McMahon's Podcast and Fanatics CEO
10:33 WrestleMania Night One: Match Reviews
24:44 Jay Uso vs. Gunther: Analysis and Reactions
43:27 Jay Huso's Big Moment and Gunther's Moves
43:48 Athletic Gamer and Other Super Chats
44:54 Scheduling Conflicts and Talent Fatigue
46:01 Seth Rollins and His Outfits
47:20 Jade's Training Needs
49:54 Jacob Fatou Wins the US Championship
55:27 El Grande Americano vs. Ray Number Three
01:05:39 Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair
01:14:29 Main Event: Roman Reigns and CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins
01:28:00 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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