Je’Von Evans Talks Facing Gunther at MSG, Working With Randy Orton, and Being Authentic
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you were in a real fight, what weapon from the Blood & Guts match would you choose (0:45)?
David and Kaz kick off the show by recapping AEW Dynamite: Blood & Guts (4:22). They also go through their MVPs from Wednesday night (22:55). Then they discuss NXT and Oba Femi's return (31:00).
Later, they welcome WWE Superstar Je’Von Evans ahead of his match with Gunther on WWE 'Raw’ at Madison Square Garden (46:57).
He also discusses the following:
Wrestling Randy Orton and the advice he received (51:27)
His relationship with Shawn Michaels (57:46)
Being able to be his authentic self (1:01:16)
Preparing for Gunther (1:07:20)
Why wrestling in North Carolina is underrated (1:12:21)
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Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide
Guest: Je’Von Evans
Producer: Brian H. Waters
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Surprises That Make You Feel Good: John Cena Becomes WWE Grand Slam Champion
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Now that the Dallas Mavericks have fired Nico Harrison, who is the Nico Harrison of pro wrestling?
David and Kaz kick off the show discussing which wrestlers can be considered in the GOAT conversation along with John Cena (3:08). Then they recap the following from ‘WWE Raw’:
Men’s and Women’s War Games matches announced for Survivor Series (14:18)
Je’Von Evans's chances of beating Gunther on 'Raw' next week (0:00)
Potential surprises in the John Cena tournament (22:09)
WWE removing WestSide Gunn (49:38)
Nikki Bella turns on Stephanie Vaquer (1:04:30)
Women’s PWI 250 top 10 (1:09:10)
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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Brian H. Waters
Producer: Brian H. Waters
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Has the Moment Faded for Streaming? Plus: Ridge Holland, and Wrestling's Evolving Media Landscape
David and Kaz discuss the current state of wrestling ratings, mainstream interest in wrestling, the challenges of ticket prices and accessibility, and the future of wrestling on streaming platforms. They also delve into AEW's new championship, Ridge Holland's controversial situation regarding his contract, the need for change in wrestling compensation, and much more.
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Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide
Senior Producer: Steve Ahlman
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Long-Term Title Reign Casualties. Plus, Does WWE Know Who John Cena’s Last Opponent Will Be?
Long-Term Title Reign Casualties. Plus, Does WWE Know Who John Cena’s Last Opponent Will Be?
David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the champion WWE Superstars who were once under AEW contracts (0:34). Then they discuss the following from the weekend:
Cody Rhodes defeats Drew McIntyre at Saturday Night’s Main Event (4:18)
Are LA Knight and Drew McIntyre casualties of booking long-term title reigns (10:54)?
Whether WWE knows who John Cena’s final opponent will be (22:33)
Jade dominates Tiffany Stratton to become the new WWE Women’s Champion (40:59)
Is it time for Jey Uso to turn heel (56:48)?
Was CM Punk’s world title win a letdown (1:08:20)?
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Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters
Producer: Brian H. Waters
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Adam “Hangman” Page Is Entertaining! Plus, WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event Preview
COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: What’s your favorite wrestling holiday trope (0:19)?
With Shoes still under the weather, Kaz is joined by Brian H. Waters, and they kick off the show discussing a very entertaining ending on AEW Dynamite where Samoa Joe became the no. 1 contender for the AEW World title and was attacked by Adam “Hangman” Page, who was impersonating Tony Schivaone (3:46). Then they preview WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event:
Jey Uso vs. CM Punk (26:14)
Cody Rhodes vs. Drew McIntyre (41:36)
Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill (45:06)
Dominik vs Penta vs. Rusev (53:29)
They close the show with a discussion about what Chris Jericho’s return to WWE would look like (1:03:40), the WrestleMania Ad that has fans upset (1:14:20), and Andrade’s next moves (1:18:00)
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Hosts: Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. Waters
Producer: Brian H. Waters
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‘The Ringer Wrestling Show’ brings you instant reactions to the biggest matches, breakdowns of the hottest feuds, and analysis of all the latest gossip in the wild world of professional wrestling. Join "The Masked Man" David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters for a podcast feed that redefines what it means to be a wrestling fan.
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