We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 14 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Cage in a Cage.”
From a very important health update on Mil and Matanza, to Angelico’s tragic motorcycle accident, to Cage existing inside a cage, to the Crowning of NEW trios champions, to Pentagon having hot wax poured on his crippled body, episode 14 was wrestling-heavy and light on lore! We also talk wrestling in the week of April 27, 2016, as Chyna passes away, chaos breaks out at Wrestlecon 2016, Samoa Joe wins gold on a house show, and Ric Flair gets hammered at an airport. Also, we talk Seth becoming the inaugural WWE World Heavyweight Champion, Roman’s new gold, Braun Strowman’s neck surgery, Matt Jackson obtaining a Nevada State Fire Performers License, and the general disaster that was Double or Nothing 2023.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
43:36 - Week of April 27, 2016
1:17:20 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 13 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Monster Meets Monster.”
From Dario Cueto continuing to emotionally manipulate his roster, to Drago and Aerostar getting buried by commentary, to the reckoning of the Disciples of Death, to the battle of behemoths between Mil Muertes and Matanza, episode 13 was pretty good! We also talk wrestling in the week of April 20, 2016, as TNA gets evicted from their corporate offices, WWE suspends Adam Rose and Konnor, Total Bellas gets a premiere date, and Bray Wyatt injures himself in Italy. Also, we talk Steve Austin squealing to the dirt sheetz, Hulk Hogan’s interest in AEW, how Chelsea Green got her job back with WWE, the state of Imperium, and the original (real) plans for AEW Double or Nothing 2023.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
55:51 - Week of April 20, 2016
1:11:17 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 12 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Three’s a Crowd.”
From the debut of a more militaristic Killshot, to the ambiguous motives of Black Lotus, to Daga’s first match in the temple, to the actual rebirth of the disciples of death, to the team of Rey Mysterio, El Dragon Azteca Jr., and Prince Puma advancing in the trios tournament, episode 12 was decent! We also talk wrestling in the week of April 13, 2016, as a bunch of NXT stars debut on the Raw after Mania, AJ Styles becomes the number one contender for the WWE title, Total Divas has a roster shakeup, and Trevor stops taking new indie dates. Also, we talk the announcement of AEW: Collision, Sammy Guevara being a good guy again(?), Seth Rollins is filming for a new Captain America movie, and CM Punk hates Bryan Alvarez who was maybe Maria’s past lover.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
51:24 - Week of April 13, 2016
1:25:06 - Current Events
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We take a break from our lore keeping journey this week on Following Lucha by watching and analyzing a 2016 episode of Nickelodeon’s “The Thundermans”, starring Chris Jericho.
From Chris Jericho running an MMA gym, to our discovery of Hootie the Owl, to an uncomfortable and flirty stuffed rabbit, to the inspiration for Sammy Guevara in AEW, The Thundermans was terrible. We also talk wrestling in the week of July 20th, 2016, as more lawsuits are filed against WWE, The New Day reveal their cereal at SDCC and break a streak, Heath Slater remains a free agent following the draft, and WWE announces a new championship for Summerslam. Also, we talk Blue Pants leaving AEW and getting replaced by some journalist, Eve Torres getting her breast implants removed, Booker T using Doordash in the middle of an NXT taping, the final days of Dark & Elevation, and that time DJZ created the original ROH logo.
Timecodes:
00:00 - The Thundermans (starring the lead singer of Fozzy)
51:00 - Week of July 20, 2016
1:47:16 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 11 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Bird of War.”
From Vampiro in da dragon’s lair popping pills, to Killshot being a confirmed murderer, to The Mack pressuring Sexy Star to confront her unhealed trauma, to a superstar’s first words which will live on in infamy, to Matanza continuing to dominate, episode 11 was pretty good! We also talk wrestling in the week of April 6, 2016, as Wrestlemania 32 & Takeover: Dallas take place, WWE partners up with snapchat or something, the first names are announced for the Cruiserweight Classic, and the Rhodes family unveils a gigantic statue of Dusty at Axxess. Also, we talk the first half of the WWE 2023 Draft, CM Punk will be going to WWE for sure 100% confirmed by us, the imminent loss of Madcap Moss’ first name, the AEW debut of Roderick Strong, and some sketchy pitches from WWE creative for mån.sôör
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
1:04:01 - Week of April 6, 2016
2:03:31 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 9 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Aztec Warfare II.”
From Catrina bullying Pentagon and Fenix, to Rey Mysterio’s debut in the Temple, to another attempted murder via cinder block, to the return of Mascarita Sagrada, to the return of Dario Cueto and with him a surprise, episode 9 was chaotic! We also talk wrestling in the week of March 23, 2016, as the Wyatt Family is simply falling apart at the seams, TNA loses two of their top stars, MMA becomes legal in New York state, and AJ Styles is peripherally involved in a bomb scare. Also, we talk the rumored return of CM Punk to AEW, Kenny Omega’s impending contract expiration, Mercedes Monet’s lame new finisher, and the tattoo Renee Young’s mom has.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
1:12:46 - Week of March 23, 2016
1:35:33 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 8 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Life After Death.”
From Fenix and Catrina rekindling their past romance, to Cuck Angle saving their careers, to the Cre turning their backs on their abuser Chavo Guerrero, to Mil MUertes turning his back on his little skeleton men, to the crowning of a brand new Lucha UNderground champion, episode 8 was good! We also talk wrestling in the week of March 16, 2016,as the New Day consider riding unicorns all over AT&T Stadium, WWE Talks about the Bullet Club & NOT TNA, TMDK might have signed with the fed, and we find out if Steven manages his first perfect ppv prediction with WWE:Roadblock. Also, we talk WWE using some insensitive material in Dominik Mysterio’s Wrestlemania entrance, John Cena’s upcoming role in the Barbie movie, why Big Boss Man cosplays aren’t allowed at Wrestlemania, and Jay White debuts in AEW.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
48:46 - Week of March 16, 2016
1:26:15 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 7 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Death Comes in Threes.”
From Sexy Star’s still-developing trauma inflicted by some moth people, to PJ Black’s sudden change of heart and proficiency with nunchucks, to Cage’s complete lack of mercy for women, to the death of Pentagon Jr. and Price PUma at the hands of Mil Muertes, episode 7 was pretty good. We also talk wrestling in the week of March 9, 2016, as AJ Styles is now allowed to do the Styles Clash, Kevin Nash & RVD pledge their brains to CTE research, Japanese wrestling legend Hayabusa passes away, and WWE to open a cum-themed restaurant in Orlando?! Also, we talk the the real life HEAT between Seth Rollins and Cody, Dante Martin’s totally f***** ankle, big plans for Dominik Mysterio to be a STAR per Dave, and the leaked results for Wrestlemania 39 nights one and two.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
39:34 - Week of March 9, 2016
1:00:09 - Current Events
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We return to our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 6 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Gift of the Gods Ladder Match.”
From Mil Muertes choking his lady, to Sexy Star getting overwhelmed by her trauma, Rey Mysterio’s complete disdain for television, a double main event, and Fenix recapturing the gift of the gods belt, episode 6 was fine. We also talk wrestling in the week of March 2, 2016, as WWE: Roadblock gets announced, the WWE Network turns 2 years old, Shinsuke signs a big money contract, and Bryon Saxton hands out some packets of blood.. Also, we talk the announcement of Dominik vs Rey Mysterio at mania next week, the official ending to Cody v. Roman at wrestlemania this year, ALL the participants in the 2023 Andre the GIant Memorial Battle Royal, Lele Pons big leaguing the fed, and Cm Punk’s infamous Instagram Story of March 23rd.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
33:52 - Week of March 2, 2016
51:20 - Current Events
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We get sidetracked from our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching the first ever episode of the Netflix original series, “The Big Show Show.”
From Big Show being big, to his daughters being complex, to his wife being hot, to the assault of an innocent PE teacher, thi show begs the question- who is Celine Dion? We also talk wrestling in the week of April 6, 2020, as AEW announces a tournament to crown the first ever TNT Champion, Roman Reigns pulls out of Wrestlemania 36, and THE covid-mania happens. Also, we talk Saraya facing a fine for using a bad word on TV, AEW re-signing the legend Stu Grayson, Nikki and Brie becoming the Garcia Twins, Cameron Grimes’ new transformation, Bray pulling out of Wrestlemania, and Swerve Strickland insisting more women need to watch pro wrestling.
Timecodes:
00:00 - The Big Show Show Recap
47:05 - Week of April, 6 2020
1:20:25 - Current Events
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We return to our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 5 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “The Machine”
From PJ Black being a massive loser, to Famous B’s new hotline, to Texano running a train on The Crew and Chavo, to the death of Dario’s mother (the devil). episode 5 was decent! We also talk wrestling in the week of February 24, 2016, as Shane McMahon returns to wrestling, Kurt Angle appears on Duck Dynasty, The Revival get their name, & Fastlane happens. Also, we talk Rey Mysterio’s induction into the 2023 Hall of Fame, Vickie Guerrero being asked to sit out the rest of her AEW contract, the renaming of the All-Atlantic title, the announcement of Bad Bunny’s Backlash in Puerto Rico, Wardlow’s car being broken into, Cody’s many interviews, and Vince’s new look.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
58:00 - Week of February 24, 2016
1:26:00 - Current Events
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We return to our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 4 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Cero Miedo”
From Ivelisse’s simmering tensions with Catrina, to The Crew’s near-implosion with Chavo Guerrero, to Redacted’s efforts to blow his and Officer Reyes’ cover, to Rey Mysterio warning El Dragon Azteca Jr. not to seek revenge, to Sexy Star escaping the moths, episode 4 was mediocre! We also talk wrestling in the week of February 17, 2016, as Rey Mysterio plans to leave AAA, Wade Barrett plans to leave WWE, Jerry Lawler creates headlines, Ronda Rousey gets vulnerable on Ellen, and the Global Force Wrestling women’s title is listed on eBay. Also, we talk Sonya Deville’s recent charges of unlawfully possessing a gun, Dusty Rhodes never mentioning his son to the Tribal Chief, MJF’s upcoming appearance on Impractical Jokers, and the RESULTS of AEW Revolution 2022.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
54:00 - Week of February 17, 2016
1:31:35 - Current Events
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We return to our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 3 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “The Hunt Is On...”
From Bengala packing on a few lbs, to Aerostar becoming an official time traveler, to Jack Evans becoming the dragon slayer, to Catrina entering the boys bathroom, to Cortez Castro working for the ops, episode 3 was pivotal to the lore! We also talk wrestling in the week of February 10, 2016, as NXT releases the legendary Bull Dempsey, CM Punk’s first UFC opponent is declared, Daniel Bryan announces his retirement from pro wrestling, and Titus O’Neal is suspended for his unprofessional conduct. Also, we talk the current state of the women’s locker room after the WWE 2K2023 overalls have left them in shambles, the results of the 2022 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards, MJF’s updated relationship status, and Evil Uno’s new status as a bonafide main eventer.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
1:09:50 - Week of February 10, 2016
1:43:03 - Current Events
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We return to our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 2 episode 2 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “The Dark & The Mysterious.”
From Prince Puma maybe being an actual puma, to the death of the 450 splash, to the entrapment of Sexy Star, to the debut of Darewolf PJ Black, to the first LU appearance of Rey Mysterio, episode 2 wasn’t bad by any means! We also talk wrestling in the week of February 3, 2016, as TJP is released from TNA, so many dudes get injured, Lucha Underground gets picked up for a third season, and rumors swirl about what matches are happening at Wrestlemania 32 . Also, we talk Wes Lee’s disdain for smelly indie wrestlers, Ariel Helwani’s new blood feud with Tony Khan, Jericho’s blade-making habits for the AEW locker room, and the Miz’s insane 4-point buzzer beater at the 2023 Celebrity All-Star basketball game. Oh also, we confirm Kenny signed with Connecticut.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
56:50 - Week of February 3, 2016
1:28:31 - Current Events
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Season one of our lore keeping journey comes to a close this week on Following Lucha, as we watch and analyze the season 1 finale of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “Ultima Lucha”
From all the marquis matches on both nights of the Ultima Lucha, to another few murders inside the temple, to the reveal of Pentagon Jr.’s master, to the identity of the true come man becoming unclear, Ultima Lucha was ridiculous! We also talk wrestling in the weeks July 29th & August 5th, 2015, as a wrestling legend passes away, and so too a legendary wrestling stable. Also, our experience attending AEW Dynamite live in San Antonio together during the holidays…
And, of course, we present to you the first-annual Trevors Award Ceremony.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Ultima Lucha Recap (Parts 1 & 2)
1:57:05 - Current Events
2:22:57 - The 2022 Trevors
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We take a break from our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing WWE Studio’s 2015 film, “Santa’s Little Helper.”
From The Miz being a jerk who feigns a handicap, to losing everything and becoming homeless, to meeting the girl of his dreams who is also an elf, this movie was weirdly sexual and only mildly enjoyable. We also talk wrestling in the week of November 17, 2015, as Paige makes fun of Charlotte’s dead brother on Raw, Undertaker piledrives Brad Maddox dressed up as a turkey, and Survivor Series 2015 happens despite the efforts of a terrorist group. Also, we talk Riddle apparently being sent to rehab, Mandy Rose being fired by WWE bc of Lord Tensai, Jim Duggan’s house being broken(?) into, Top Dolla’s awesome dive on Smackdown!, and Action Andretti beating Chris Jericho in his Dynamite debut!
Timecodes:
00:00 - Santa’s Little Helper Recap
1:27:38 - Week of November 17, 2015
1:55:36 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 1 episode 37 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “PenUltimaLucha.”
From Dario getting Big Ryck back on track, to Alberto El Patron stealing the spotlight, to the Twitter fans hating Hernandez, to Rey Fenix winning the medallion he had already won, to Prince Puma embarrassing Mil Muertes, episode 37 was decent! We also talk wrestling in the week of July 22nd, 2015, as Bully Ray leaves Impact after being an authority figure for one week, to Mick Foley being a Patrick Clark mark, to Hulk Hogan’s racist tapes being leaked to the world, to John Cena’s nose being broken. Also, we talk Jacy’s weird experience attending AEW Dynamite in Austin this past week, the ROH show that went down this past weekend, Pretty Deadly losing the NXT Tag Titles to The New Day, and Kurt Angle’s newest milk hose.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
46:58 - Week of July 22, 2015
1:14:41 - Current Events
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We continue our lore keeping journey on Following Lucha this week by watching and analyzing season 1 episode 36 of El Ray Network’s Lucha Underground, “The Beginning of the End.”
From Dario realizing he needs to get rid of his medallions, to Bengala taking one more step toward immortality, to Vampiro accepting Pentagon Jr.'s challenge (not Ian Hodgkinson), to Konnan being hit with the red napkin, episode 36 was stellar! We also talk wrestling in the week of July 15th, 2015, as Kurt Angle almost dies from surgery complications, Ryback disappoints all the Rybackites by getting a staph infection, and The Undertaker returns at Battleground. Also, we talk Ruby Soho’s nose job, Eric Young getting killed off Impact, William Regal getting killed off AEW, Kurt Angle’s imminent birthday celebration, and Chris Jericho’s son’s awkward interview in some driveway.
Timecodes:
00:00 - Lucha Underground Recap
45:18 - Week of July 15, 2015
1:22:43 - Current Events
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