WRESTLING SOUP

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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In this episode, Anthony Thomas, Jeff Lipman, and Andrew Carlock dive into the final SmackDown before WrestleMania. They discuss their overall feelings and expectations for WrestleMania night one, the optics and potential outcomes of key matches, and controversies surrounding the WWE roster. Key topics include Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena, the Andre the Giant Battle Royal, women's division chaos, Randy Orton's open challenge, and the future of La Knight and Jacob Fatou. Special attention is given to the recent dynamics in WWE storytelling and character arcs.
00:00 Introduction and WrestleMania Hype
00:41 WrestleMania Night One Predictions
01:28 Randy Orton's Potential Opponents
04:01 Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena
06:58 Seth Rollins' Personal Promo
11:56 Andre the Giant Battle Royal
18:04 Women's Division Chaos
23:54 Tag Team Championship Match
24:53 WrestleMania Match Controversies
26:18 Randy Orton's Open Challenge
31:06 LA Knight vs. Solo Sikoa
38:30 Tiffany Stratton's Promo Breakdown
45:09 LWO vs. American Made
48:54 Wrapping Up and Hall of Fame Preview


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In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Thomas and Joseph E. Numbers dive into their predictions for WrestleMania 41. They discuss each match, the potential outcomes, and the storytelling behind the events. The conversation includes a detailed analysis of the main event match between Cody Rhodes and John Cena, the Women's Championship triple threat, and other key storylines. The episode also covers Stephanie McMahon's new podcast, Triple H's recent comments on wrestling critics, and the state of current wrestling. Join them for an in-depth discussion on wrestling's biggest event of the year.
00:00 Technical Difficulties and Weird Moments
03:29 Discord Issues and Audio Troubleshooting
05:42 AEW's Controversial Segment
06:49 Venue Praise and AEW Critique
12:43 Wrestling Ratings and Criticism
29:35 WrestleMania Predictions and Roman Reigns' Future
40:43 AI Penis and Wrestling Territory Days
41:35 Down Syndrome Filter on TikTok
43:18 Roman Reigns: The Biggest Needle Mover
44:30 Roman Reigns' Political Views
46:29 Seth Rollins vs. CM Punk
47:40 Edge's Legacy in Wrestling
50:59 Charlotte Flair vs. Tiffany Stratton
01:01:35 Gunther vs. Jey Uso
01:09:38 LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu
01:16:12 Jade Cargill vs. Naomi
01:23:06 Rey Mysterio vs. El Grande Medico
01:24:40 Mysterio and Gable's Epic Feud
01:25:17 Dominic and Liv on Hot Ones
01:27:02 Dominic's Rise in WWE
01:32:27 The New Day vs. War Raiders
01:34:35 Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena
01:45:52 Women's World Championship Triple Threat
02:01:33 Intercontinental Championship Fatal Four-Way
02:05:35 Penta's Future and Tag Team Dynamics
02:06:23 Intercontinental Championship Fallout
02:06:47 Multi-Person Match Dynamics
02:07:39 Dominic's Potential Win and Finn's Role
02:09:49 McDonough's Return and Character Analysis
02:11:22 Sin City Street Fight Predictions
02:15:35 AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul Speculations
02:17:06 WWE Women's Tag Team Championships
02:20:45 Randy Orton's WrestleMania Match
02:26:07 Stephanie McMahon's New Podcast
02:34:58 Triple H on Criticism and Kayfabe
02:46:36 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts

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01:28 Tributes and Messages for Kevin Castle
04:47 WrestleMania Week and Reflections
11:03 Main Event Predictions
21:27 Women's Championship
40:26 Heavyweight Championship
42:34 Debating the Outcome of Jay Uso vs. Gunther
43:09 Street Fighter Analogies and Wrestling
44:16 Merchandise and Fan Favorites
45:04 Gunther's Dominance and Brock Lesnar Comparisons
46:50 The Underdog Storyline for Jay Uso
51:11 LA Knight vs. Jacob Fatu for the US Championship
54:13 Jade Cargill vs. Naomi: A Heated Feud
01:02:04 Ray Mysterio vs. El Grande Americano
01:07:05 War Raiders vs. The New Day for the Tag Team Championships
01:11:49 Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena: The Main Event
01:26:28 Women's World Championship Triple Threat
01:34:28 IC Championship Fatal Four-Way
01:41:34 Sin City Street Fight
01:47:38 AJ Styles vs. Logan Paul
01:54:50 WWE Women's Tag Team Championship
01:56:16 Randy Orton's Mystery Opponent
01:59:23 Closing Thoughts and WrestleMania Rundown

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In this detailed episode, Anthony Thomas and Joseph e. Numbers provide an in-depth review of WWE's Raw episode leading up to WrestleMania. They cover the excitement and responses from fans, specific promos like Gunther's savage segment, and the overall quality of wrestling matches compared to previous weeks. The discussion highlights the importance of video packages, the WrestleMania buildup, and the overall narrative structure. Additionally, they touch upon various matches such as Liv Morgan vs. Bayley, Ray Mysterio vs. Julius Creed, and AJ Styles vs. Karrion Kross. The episode also tackles controversial opinions on talent development and the storyline dynamics involving major stars like Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins, and CM Punk. The hosts also outline plans for upcoming wrestling events and related content to keep fans engaged.
00:00 Introduction and Initial Impressions
02:00 Gunther's Dominant Promo
12:53 Liv Morgan vs. Bailey: A Surprising Match
18:52 Ray Mysterio vs. Julius Creed
19:50 AJ Styles vs. Karrion Kross
29:50 The Limits of Designing Talent
30:24 Gunther's Future in WWE
31:34 Comparing WWE Stars: Roman Reigns and Randy Orton
32:48 Baron Corbin's Failed Push
33:17 The Role of Money in Wrestling
33:30 Gunther's Unique Talent
35:38 Match Reviews: Penta vs. Finn Balor
37:31 Bianca Belair's Promo and Storyline Confusion
38:46 Main Event Build-Up: Roman Reigns, Paul Heyman, and CM Punk
41:00 Fan Reactions and Storyline Critique
54:41 WrestleMania Week Schedule and Announcements
57:13 Patreon and Platform Information
58:21 Final Wrap-Up and Future Content


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In this episode of Frank and Gus, the conversation kicks off with a light-hearted discussion on Andrade's new look post-divorce. It then delves into serious wrestling industry insights, including WWE's recent restrictions on company comps, escalating ticket prices ahead of WrestleMania in Las Vegas, and the heavy financial constraints on fans and wrestlers alike. The episode also covers surprise run-ins with wrestling stars and personalized interactions, alongside revealing backstage anecdotes, making it a must-watch for wrestling enthusiasts.
00:00 Andrade's New Look and WWE Status
01:52 Charlotte's Controversial Behavior
03:50 WWE's Corporate Dynamics
07:42 Future of WWE's Women's Division
09:51 Paige's Potential Comeback
22:07 Kevin Owens' Career and Injuries
36:22 WrestleMania Ticket Prices and Logistics
40:41 Running into Kevin Nash and Brett Hart
41:19 WWE Eliminates Comp Tickets
42:43 WrestleMania Pricing Out Fans
43:04 High-End Collectibles and Ticket Packages
45:08 Talent Blowback and WrestleCon
45:53 WWE's Financial Strategies and Fanatics Deal
48:18 Las Vegas Hosting Challenges
50:09 WrestleMania Weekend Events and Costs
57:36 WrestleCon and Independent Shows
01:14:35 Autograph Seekers and Airport Encounters
01:25:47 Concluding Thoughts and WrestleMania Insights


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In this episode of Wrestling Soup, Anthony Thomas and Joseph E. Numbers dive into the latest happenings in the wrestling world. They start by discussing a relatively dull week leading up to WrestleMania, the effect of losing their longtime partner, and the apparent decline of AEW's relevance compared to WWE and TNA. They focus on Jordan Grace's botch, the Evolve Show, and the curious case of Swerve Strickland's antics on Vlad TV. The conversation also shifts to explosive promos like the one between Charlotte and Tiffany Stratton, showing the wrestling dynamics at play. The hosts dissect the crowd's reaction, the possible off-script segments, and how these promos build tension. They mention Vince Russo and Stevie Richards’ takes on these controversies as well. Additionally, Anthony and Joseph address the latest comments from Chris Jericho about his potential WWE return and his current situation in AEW. Other topics include Samantha Irvin's unexpected shift to music, Ricochet's WWE complaints, and more.
00:00 Introduction and Weekly Recap
00:25 Wrestling World Updates
00:56 AEW's Decline and WWE's Stability
02:42 Kenny Omega's Analogy
06:57 Booker T's Response to Swerve
18:20 Ricochet's Career Reflections
24:52 Samantha Irvin's New Venture
33:00 Generational Differences in Music Preferences
34:02 The Struggles of Aspiring Musicians
34:50 The Competitive Nature of the Music Industry
37:53 Tiffany Stratton vs. Charlotte Flair Promo Analysis
43:43 The Role of Heels in Wrestling
01:01:17 Chris Jericho's Potential Return to WWE
01:05:31 Closing Remarks and Upcoming Shows


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In this poignant episode of Wrestling Soup, host Jeff Lippman pays tribute to the late Kevin Castle, a cherished member of the wrestling podcast community. Reflecting on their friendship, Jeff emphasizes the importance of estate planning, sharing valuable insights on how to manage legal affairs, even in the absence of wealth. He discusses the necessity of wills, powers of attorney, and medical directives, encouraging listeners to take charge of their own legacies. The episode also touches on the ongoing legal developments in the ring boy case, providing a detailed analysis of jurisdictional issues and the intricacies of the defendants' arguments. With a blend of personal anecdotes and legal wisdom, this episode serves as both a tribute to Kevin and a reminder to prioritize one's affairs.
00:00 Tribute to Kevin Castle
02:15 The Importance of Estate Planning
05:40 Understanding Wills and Powers of Attorney
10:25 Navigating Medical Directives
15:00 Reflections on Kevin's Legacy
20:10 Legal Updates on the Ring Boy Case
25:30 Jurisdictional Challenges Explained
30:45 Defendants' Arguments in Detail
35:00 Closing Thoughts and Remembrance

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