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In this episode, the hosts delve into the latest happenings in the wrestling world, focusing on AEW and WWE. They discuss the controversial statements by Dave Meltzer regarding AEW's future profitability compared to WWE's historical earnings, and analyze the impact of recent ratings where NXT outperformed AEW Dynamite. They explore AEW's contract talks, including deals with Warner Brothers and Fox Sports Mexico, and the implications of AEW's current business strategies. They also touch on the upcoming AEW WrestleDream event, giving their thoughts on the match card and potential outcomes. Throughout the discussion, the hosts present a critical and humorous take on the wrestling industry, highlighting potential challenges and opportunities for AEW in the face of WWE's continued dominance.
00:00 Wrestling Soup: AEW Deal Fallout
02:56 Conan and Meltzer's Relationship
03:11 Wrestling Podcasts and AEW Critique
10:11 AEW's Financial and Attendance Issues
13:34 Comparing AEW and WWE Financials
29:15 Inflation and Wrestling Economics
35:14 The Fine Line Between Trouble and Success
35:34 Dave Meltzer's Ethics and AEW Fanbase
36:23 The Rise of Jack Daugherty
38:00 Comparing Dave Meltzer and Jack Daugherty
40:11 AEW's Financial Ties and Media Deals
42:36 AEW's Strategy in Mexico
48:51 The State of AEW's Talent and Programming
56:31 AEW vs. WWE: Ratings and Excuses
01:03:00 Upcoming AEW Events and Matches
01:08:43 Closing Remarks and Future Plans
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In this episode, Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle discuss their thoughts on the recent WWE Bad Blood event, analyzing its matches, including the controversial performances of the women's matches involving Rhea Ripley vs. Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez. They also touch on the Cody and Roman match, the surprise return of The Rock, and the future of certain WWE storylines. The conversation also dives into the legal issues surrounding Vince McMahon and Janelle Grant's lawsuit, covering the call to release NDAs related to past sexual misconduct in WWE. Additionally, they discuss the recent injuries of WWE stars like AJ Styles and speculate on possible future feuds, primarily focusing on CM Punk's role in the organization. To cap off, they reflect on changes in WWE's broadcasting strategies with platforms like Netflix and the upcoming SummerSlam in New Jersey.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:11 Post Bad Blood Reactions
00:47 Women's Matches Critique
02:50 Main Event Analysis
09:16 Finn Balor and Damien Priest Discussion
13:02 CM Punk's Role and Future
18:47 Braun Strowman's Injury and Future Feuds
21:22 Seth Rollins' Surprising New Look
21:48 Bronson Reed's Rise in WWE
22:42 WWE's New Two-Hour Raw Experiment
23:30 WWE Streaming on Netflix
25:27 AJ Styles' Injury Update
27:56 Vince McMahon Documentary and Legal Issues
40:52 NXT Highlights and Tony D'Angelo's Victory
42:23 Patreon Changes and Closing Remarks

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00:00 Introduction
01:17 AEW Dynamite Recap: Osprey vs. Ricochet
02:58 John Moxley's Controversial Promo
04:09 Wheeler Yuta and Racial Commentary
15:05 Britt Baker's Wrestling Critique
17:07 Bronson Reed's WWE Raw Highlights
24:12 AEW Pay-Per-View Changes
25:57 AEW and Warner Bros. Discovery Partnership
27:50 Media Rights Deal Details
28:31 Pay-Per-View and Streaming Challenges
29:28 Financial Realities of AEW
33:09 AEW's Future and Financial Viability
34:40 Comparing AEW and WWE
38:05 Tony Khan's Management and AEW's Challenges
54:46 Final Thoughts and Community Engagement
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n this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony and Joe Numbers dive into the aftermath of WWE's Bad Blood event. They kick off by critiquing the main event featuring Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes, and the Bloodline, highlighting the disappointing execution and pacing of the match. The duo passionately discusses the lackluster performances and questionable booking decisions, particularly focusing on the underwhelming elements of the event held at the State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia.
The conversation shifts to the pre-show and the perplexing choice of interviewers, as well as the awkward chemistry between Big E and Sam Roberts. They dissect the women's matches, pointing out the missteps in Nia Jax vs. Bayley, noting the sloppy finishes and missed opportunities for character development.
Anthony and Joe also reflect on the standout match of the night: CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre in a Hell in a Cell, praising its intensity and storytelling. They express their hopes for WWE's future booking, especially concerning Damian Priest's trajectory post-Judgment Day.
00:00 Joey: That opening segment was sick. I kind of wish I could watch the show backwards
01:37 It's time to talk some bloodline, everyone. 
07:28 There was not much substance to the pre show, let alone matches
08:16 WWE is testing live streaming with Netflix in Brazil
23:58 Joe: The main event was boring. The show was too long. There was nothing memorable about this
26:35 Rhea Ripley versus Liv Morgan had a horrendous finish
29:56 Raquel Rodriguez interference ruined the match for me, but overall it was good
33:41 There's no reason WWE can't continue business with Saudi Arabia
39:24 Gunther; better father than Goldberg? 
43:33 Finn Balor needs to do TikToks instead of wrestling
50:52 I just disliked the idea of this Tiffany Stratton, Nia Jax thing
51:37 This match had plenty of blood, and it was warranted
59:31 There were several bad matches on tonight's WWE pay per view
01:08:32 I would have rather seen Bronson Reed and Seth Rollins
Join the conversation as they unravel the highs and lows of Bad Blood, offering their candid opinions and humorous takes on the state of WWE. Be sure to follow Wrestling Soup for more in-depth discussions and wrestling insights! 🎙️
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In this episode of Body Slam Briefs, host Jeff Lipman discusses the recent developments in the legal arena regarding Daniel Bryan's attempt to trademark 'Yes' from WWE. Initially, Bryan filed an in-use trademark application, claiming he had been using it since July 2009, which was factually incorrect as WWE owned the rights. Bryan withdrew the application after WWE's intervention. Meanwhile, WWE filed intent to use applications for 'Yes' under two classes, apparel and entertainment services. Jeff speculates why WWE might not be rushing to market the trademark and discusses possible future scenarios involving Bryan and WWE. The podcast concludes with Jeff inviting listeners to engage with him on various social media platforms and to explore his other podcast topics.
00:00 Introduction to Body Slam Briefs
00:28 Upcoming AEW Suit Discussion
01:28 Daniel Bryan's Trademark Controversy
05:51 WWE's Trademark Actions
08:49 Speculations and Future Plans
10:30 Contact Information and Socials
11:09 Conclusion and Other Shows
If you're a fan of legal analysis and wrestling, this episode is a must-listen. Catch it now and be sure to follow for more expert commentary and exclusive content! 🎙️
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• WWE Bad Blood Predictions
• CM Punk vs Drew McIntyre Breakdown4
• Critique of Finn Balor's Promo Skills
• Liv Morgan's Mic Skills Shine
• Judgment Day and LWO Storylines
• Dominic Mysterio's Claustrophobia
• Rhea Ripley's Popularity and Future
• Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns Build-Up
  
  

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In this insightful episode, the hosts discuss the value of using physical notebooks as a reliable alternative in our technology-driven world, introducing a unique wrestling-themed day planner. They analyze upcoming WWE matches and delve deep into the nuances of a Netflix documentary about Vince McMahon, examining his legacy and family dynamics, including viewpoints on key figures like Hulk Hogan and Shane McMahon. The episode offers varied perspectives on wrestling history events such as the Montreal Screwjob and Owen Hart's tragedy, while speculating on the documentary's influence over casual fans and its potential to shed new light on wrestling's past.

00:00 The Value of Pen and Paper in a Digital World
01:09 Wrestling Day Planners and Their Unique Appeal
02:05 Debate on Traditional vs. Digital Note-Taking
02:47 The Evolution of Whiteout and Writing Tools
05:16 Wrestling Event Predictions and Analysis
06:09 WWE and UFC Programming Strategies
08:59 Commercials in Wrestling Broadcasts
11:42 Changes in WWE Streaming and Broadcasts
15:13 WWE Bad Blood Match Predictions
20:43 Bailey and Nia Jax: Current WWE Storylines
31:05 Vince McMahon Documentary Reactions
43:06 Hulk Hogan's Revelations and Wrestling's Lean Years
45:19 The Netflix Documentary's Impact on WWE
47:24 Vince McMahon's Legal Troubles and Public Perception
53:22 Key Figures in the Documentary: Bruce Prichard, Dave Meltzer, and Stone Cold
01:04:52 Triple H and Stephanie McMahon's Perspectives
01:12:38 Bret Hart's Controversial Comments
01:18:57 Final Thoughts and Missing Voices

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In this episode, the hosts cover a range of hot wrestling topics including an in-depth critique of the new Netflix documentary on Vince McMahon, recent social media feuds with top wrestling personalities, and significant title changes within WWE. They also highlight AEW's booking issues, sound system failures, and pay-per-view streaming complications. Key discussions include Shane and Stephanie McMahon's views, Vince's controversial legacy, AEW's market strategies, and classic feuds like the Montreal Screwjob, with humorous takes on figures like Tony Atlas.
00:00 Introduction and Banter
00:22 YouTube Comments and SRS Drama
05:44 Wrestling Soup Hosts Introduction
06:02 Wrestling News and McMahon Documentary
06:11 Jey Uso's Victory and Future Storylines
15:57 WWE's NXT and Streaming Issues
38:17 Aging Wrestlers and Their Unbelievable Fitness
39:48 The Montreal Screwjob and Other Wrestling Controversies
39:58 Steve Austin's Controversial Views on CTE
44:00 Vince McMahon's Dual Persona and Sexual Thoughts
45:36 Vince McMahon's Reaction to the Netflix Documentary
53:37 Dusty Rhodes and the Polka Dot Punishment
56:14 The Complex Relationship Between Vince and Shane McMahon
01:14:54 Critique of Wrestling Historians
01:15:45 USA Network Executives' Insights
01:16:44 Missed Opportunities in the Documentary
01:17:12 Potential Interviewees and Their Impact
01:17:54 Biases in Wrestling Commentary
01:24:38 AEW Grand Slam Review
01:25:18 MVP's AEW Appearance
01:30:49 AEW's Booking and Production Issues
01:33:35 Streaming Service Challenges for AEW
01:44:08 Tony Khan's Interview on Busted Open
01:48:33 Closing Remarks and Announcements
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(09:02) Anthony Thomas sped through Vince McMahon documentary this morning
(11:06) Hulk Hogan says Scarface came out before Rocky three
(15:28) You should watch this documentary if you're a wrestling fan
(26:26) Vince McMahon says Netflix documentary intentionally leaves viewers confused about him
(35:22) Vince McMahon's attorney calls Janelle Grant's treatment an affair
(41:44) I told you some bunch of people would die in this movie
(41:57) Vince McMahon reportedly tried to buy documentary rights back from Netflix
(45:42) Dusty Rhodes was Vince McMahon's first choice before Hulk Hogan
(50:43) Rock came out fine; they didn't delve too deeply into the rock
(51:35) Booker T. was the standout interview in this series
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00:00 Tony Khan's Draft episode
01:13 The Tony Khan Conundrum
04:20 Early Start and Weekend Plans
05:01 Football Overload
05:43 Wrestling's Dead Season
06:53 Social Media Struggles
09:36 Twitter War between JDfromNY & SRS
12:12 Sean Ross Sapp Pops Off at the Mouth
17:15 Mish Accepting the Challenge
35:10 WWE's New Signings
40:50 Debate on Streaming vs. Cable
41:09 WWE's Move to Netflix
41:56 Creative Freedom Without Commercials
42:40 Innovative Advertising Ideas
43:57 New WWE Acquisitions
45:58 Nostalgia Contracts and Legends Deals
01:05:48 AEW's New TV Deal Speculations
01:18:32 Wrap-Up and Shoutouts

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