2024 was a helluva year...
The Episode:
Summary
In this episode, Xander and Bobby B discuss the latest happenings in the wrestling world, including the upcoming holidays, injury reports from recent matches, and the return of Saturday Night's Main Event. They delve into the compelling feud between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, the return of Drew McIntyre, and the implications of the New Day breakup. The conversation also highlights key moments from AEW Dynamite, including character developments and the evolution of Toni Storm's persona. The episode wraps up with some odds and ends in wrestling. In this episode, the hosts discuss the recent return of Matt Cardona and the influence of Chris Jericho in wrestling. They delve into the controversial comeback of Tessa Blanchard, exploring themes of redemption and forgiveness in the wrestling community. The conversation shifts to their favorite holiday movies and cooking shows, followed by a segment on hot takes from the Internet Wrestling Community. Finally, they analyze the current NFL season, sharing insights and predictions for the playoffs.
Chapters
00:00 Holiday Cheer and Wrestling Fallout
03:07 Injury Reports and Storyline Developments
06:05 The Return of Saturday Night's Main Event
09:11 Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens: A Compelling Feud
11:58 Drew McIntyre's Return and Intertwining Storylines
14:57 The New Day Breakup and Future Implications
18:01 Dynamite Highlights and Character Developments
21:02 Toni Storm's Character Evolution
23:59 Odds and Ends in Wrestling
39:31 The Return of Matt Cardona and Jericho's Influence
40:32 Tessa Blanchard's Controversial Comeback
42:44 Redemption and Forgiveness in Wrestling
44:30 Watch of the Week: Holiday Classics and Cooking Shows
49:43 Worst to First: Hot Takes from the IWC
01:05:49 NFL Season Insights and Predictions
The Episode: Summary
In this episode, Xander and Bobby B dive deep into the latest wrestling events, including a detailed review of Survivor Series, analyzing matches like the Women's WarGames and the Intercontinental Championship. They discuss Nakamura's return, the dynamics of the Bloodline, and the implications of recent storylines on Raw and Dynamite. The conversation highlights the evolving narratives in WWE and AEW, showcasing the intricacies of character development and match outcomes.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Context Setting
02:51 Women's WarGames Match Analysis
05:55 Nakamura's Return and Title Win
08:58 Triple Threat Intercontinental Championship Match
12:08 World Heavyweight Championship Match Review
16:10 Main Event: Bloodline vs. CM Punk
18:11 Overall Event Review and Raw Fallout
41:26 Liv Morgan's Revenge and Future Feuds
42:48 The Greatest Heel Turn: Kofi Kingston's Transformation
45:21 The New Dynamics of Kofi, Woods, and Big E
46:59 CM Punk vs. Seth Rollins: A Renewed Rivalry
48:17 The Bloodline's Dominance and Its Impact
50:40 Drew McIntyre's Complicated Position
53:12 The Hierarchy of Storylines in Wrestling
55:11 Dynamite Highlights: Adam Cole's Journey
01:01:07 The Death Riders and AEW's Future
The Episode:
Summary
In this episode, Xander and Bobby discuss their thoughts on AEW's Full Gear event, highlighting the matches and storylines that stood out to them. They express concerns about the pacing and booking of certain matches, particularly in the women's division. The conversation shifts to WWE's Survivor Series, where they analyze the current storylines and potential outcomes. They also delve into the influence of heavy metal bands, share their Thanksgiving plans, and recommend various TV shows and movies they've been watching recently.
Timestamps:
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties
02:49 Full Gear Review: Highlights and Lowlights
05:49 Women's Division: Mercedes Monet vs. Chris Statlander
09:01 Hangman Adam Page vs. Jay White: Character Development
12:00 Will Ospreay vs. Kyle Fletcher: Match Analysis
14:58 Jack Perry and the TNT Championship
17:56 Ricochet's Role in AEW
20:48 The Death Riders and AEW's Storylines
23:57 Survivor Series Preview: WarGames
27:07 Gunter vs. Damien Priest: Title Match Dynamics
29:57 The New Day's Disintegration and Future
32:53 Brawn Breaker, Sheamus, and Kaiser: Triple Threat Match
36:54 Wrestling Storylines and Injuries
41:07 Pop Culture and Fashion in Wrestling
44:03 Mailbag: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul
48:05 Mount Rushmore of Heavy Metal Bands
54:01 Television and Documentaries
01:02:12 NFL Talk and Thanksgiving Predictions
Xander and Bobby B delve into the latest happenings in AEW Dynamite and WWE SmackDown. They discuss the evolving storylines, including the intriguing dynamics within the Bloodline, the struggles of Mercedes Monet in promos, and the impact of the Death Riders. The conversation also touches on the DIY tag team, the Judgment Day's future, and Seth Rollins' firm stance against teaming with Roman Reigns. Overall, the episode highlights the engaging narratives and character developments in the wrestling world. In this episode, Xander and Bobby B discuss the latest developments in WWE, including the future of storylines, the Wyatt Six feud, and the return of Dakota Kai. They also analyze the current state of Raw and SmackDown, touching on injuries affecting key wrestlers. The conversation shifts to their recent TV and documentary watches, including a deep dive into the Menendez Brothers case. The episode wraps up with a discussion on NFL team performances and fan reactions to various events in wrestling and sports.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Russellocalypse
03:00 AEW Dynamite Highlights
05:54 Mercedes Monet's Promo Struggles
08:58 Roderick Strong vs. Lance Archer
11:58 The Death Riders and Their Impact
14:56 SmackDown: The Bloodline Saga
17:57 DIY and the Tag Team Landscape
21:07 Judgment Day Dynamics
24:03 Seth Rollins and the War Games Build
33:45 The Future of WWE Storylines
36:46 The Wyatt Six and Karrion Kross Feud
37:47 Raw vs SmackDown: A Comparative Analysis
39:44 The Return of Dakota Kai and New Day Dynamics
40:53 Injuries and Their Impact on WWE Storylines
42:07 Cool Shit: TV Shows and Documentaries
46:07 The Menendez Brothers Documentary Discussion
47:01 Worst of Prevent: Fan Reactions and Quotes
52:53 NFL Season Analysis and Team Performances
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In this episode of Wrestleocalypse, Xander and Bobby B dive into the latest happenings in the wrestling world, covering everything from Randy Orton's quest for revenge against Kevin Owens to the intense rivalry between Carmelo Hayes and Andrade. They discuss the build-up to Crown Jewel, Gunther's new persona as a troll, and the exciting tag team showdown between DIY and the Motor City Machine Guns. The dynamics within the Bloodline are explored, along with Jay Uso's journey and the implications of Seth Rollins' rivalry with Bronson Reed. The episode wraps up with highlights from TNA's Bound for Glory and the ongoing saga of the Wyatt Six. In this conversation, the hosts discuss recent highlights in wrestling, including new champions and exciting matches. They also delve into the current political climate, expressing cautious optimism about the upcoming elections. The discussion shifts to a mailbag segment where they answer questions about wrestling and sports, and finally, they share updates on pop culture and entertainment, including movies and shows they've been watching. In this episode, Xander and Bobby B delve into various topics ranging from sports betting controversies involving Otani to wrestling dynamics between ROH and AEW. They discuss the resurgence of the Detroit Lions, coaching changes in the NFL, and the performance of quarterbacks like Deshaun Watson and Aaron Rodgers. The conversation also touches on the significance of Halloween and the music that resonates with the season, culminating in a reflection on the state of sports and entertainment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Wrestleocalypse
05:01 Carmelo Hayes vs. Andrade: The Rivalry Continues
08:10 Crown Jewel Build-Up and Gunther's New Persona
10:04 DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns: Tag Team Showdown
14:06 Bloodline Shenanigans and New Tag Team Champions
18:10 Jay Uso's Journey and the Bloodline Dynamics
22:10 Seth Rollins vs. Bronson Reed: A New Rivalry
23:56 The Wyatt Six and Miz's Dilemma
26:59 TNA's Bound for Glory Highlights
29:03 Wrestling Highlights and New Champions
35:48 Political Climate and Election Insights
39:13 Cool Shit: Wrestling and Sports Mailbag
49:45 Pop Culture and Entertainment Updates
56:37 Betting on Success: Otani's Controversial Wager
58:34 Wrestling Insights: ROH and AEW Dynamics
59:58 NFL Team Dynamics: The Rise of the Lions
01:03:10 Coaching Changes: The Impact on NFL Teams
01:06:51 Quarterback Performance: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
01:10:12 Cursed Players: Deshaun Watson and Aaron Rodgers
01:12:59 Halloween Special: Music and Reflections
This epeisode:
In this episode, Xander and Bobby discuss the latest happenings in the wrestling world, including tributes to Paul DeAnno and Fernando Valenzuela, highlights from AEW Dynamite, character developments, and updates on the women's division. They also recap WWE SmackDown and Raw, touching on the ongoing storylines and feuds. The episode concludes with a discussion on the controversial incident between Bret Hart and Goldberg, exploring the implications of their past interactions. In this episode, Bobby B and Xander delve into various topics ranging from wrestling debates about infallibility and technical prowess to their personal Mount Rushmore of wrestlers. They also discuss their favorite matches, television shows, and movies, including the Terrifier series. The conversation shifts to sports, analyzing NFL Week 7 performances and the implications of player performances, particularly focusing on Baker Mayfield and Deshaun Watson. The episode concludes with a tribute to Paul Di'Anno of Iron Maiden, highlighting the band's legacy and their impact on music.
Chapters
00:00 Tributes and Remembrances
02:52 AEW Dynamite Highlights
05:50 Character Developments and Feuds
08:59 Women's Division Updates
11:57 Main Event and Future Storylines
14:59 WWE SmackDown Recap
17:55 WWE Raw Highlights
21:48 Cool Shit Segment
25:02 Bret Hart and Goldberg Discussion
43:59 The Infallibility Debate in Wrestling
44:36 Mount Rushmore of Technical Wrestlers
48:15 Exploring Wrestling Matches and Personal Favorites
51:55 Television and Movie Recommendations
53:40 Worst to First: Wrestling Takes and Opinions
01:00:21 NFL Week 7 Recap and Analysis
01:10:25 Tribute to Paul Di'Anno and Iron Maiden's Legacy
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The Episode
Summary
In this episode, Xander and Bobby B discuss the latest WWE pay-per-view event, focusing on the Hell in a Cell match, the women's championship bout, and the main event featuring Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns. They analyze the performances of various wrestlers, the significance of the matches, and the implications for future storylines. The hosts also highlight the importance of commentary in enhancing the viewing experience and express excitement for upcoming events in the wrestling world. In this conversation, Xander and Bobby B discuss the latest developments in wrestling, focusing on WrestleMania match expectations, character developments, and the highlights of recent title matches. They also preview AEW's upcoming Wrestle Dream event, analyze Hangman Page's transformation, and reflect on Randy Orton's maturity and evolution as a wrestler. The discussion emphasizes the importance of storytelling in wrestling and critiques various booking decisions. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including their opinions on Dak Prescott and Dan Orlovsky's commentary, their experiences watching baseball and other shows, the reception of recent Star Wars films, wrestling takes in the 'Worst of First' segment, coaching changes in football, and musical tributes to influential bands like No Effects and the B-52s.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Context Setting
02:11 Hell in a Cell Match Analysis
12:37 Women's Championship Discussion
16:46 Finn Balor vs. Damien Priest
19:54 Main Event Build-Up
29:40 Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns Tag Team Dynamics
35:02 Post-Match Reactions and Future Implications
40:19 WrestleMania Match Expectations
43:28 Character Development and Storylines
45:49 Main Event Highlights and Title Matches
48:58 AEW Preview and Wrestle Dream Build-Up
52:45 Hangman Page's Transformation
55:51 Odds and Ends in Wrestling
01:00:15 Randy Orton's Evolution and Maturity
01:13:25 The Cowboys and Dak Prescott's Critique
01:15:49 Baseball and Other Shows We Enjoy
01:18:54 The Rise of Star Wars and Its Reception
01:20:44 Worst of First: Wrestling Takes
01:32:02 Coaching Changes and Team Dynamics
01:38:08 Musical Tributes and Influences
The Play List: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4rrRdXWBlRUy9hDGbDxRGk?si=mD_hEXgER6eNZPI0aO6z3Q The Episode:
In this episode, Xander and Bobby discuss the latest happenings in WWE, including the Detroit Tigers' success, the ongoing dissension among superstars, and match analyses. They delve into the dynamics of key wrestlers like Randy Orton, Jay Uso, and Karrion Kross, while also highlighting the excitement surrounding Seth Rollins' return. The conversation wraps up with insights into NXT's new era and listener questions about wrestling opinions. In this episode, Xander and Bobby B discuss the current landscape of women's wrestling, the importance of character development and promos in WWE, and share their thoughts on various pop culture topics including Halloween shows and series finales. They also dive into NFL insights, analyzing team performances and quarterback development, while wrapping up with a discussion on music and live shows they've attended recently. Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Celebration of Detroit Tigers
02:57 Dissension Among Superstars in WWE
05:55 Match Analysis: Andrade vs. Carmelo Hayes
08:55 Randy Orton's Role and Championship Aspirations
11:58 Jay Uso's Rise and Braun Breaker's Respect
15:01 Karrion Kross and Miz's Dynamic
17:53 Main Event: Last Man Standing Match
21:01 Seth Rollins' Return and Future Prospects
23:58 NXT's New Era and Upcoming Matches
26:53 Cool Sheet Segment and Listener Questions
49:00 Women's Wrestling Landscape
49:57 Mailbag and Social Media Engagement
50:58 Spooky Season and TV Shows
53:07 Pop Culture and Series Finales
55:05 Wrestling Hot Takes and Community Opinions
59:53 Wrestling Promos and Character Development
01:02:03 NFL Insights and Team Performances
01:09:59 Quarterback Development and Team Dynamics
01:17:51 Music and Live Shows
The Playlist:
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The Episode:
Summary
Summary
In this episode, Xander and Bobby B discuss the latest happenings in AEW and WWE, including highlights from AEW Dynamite Grand Slam, the role of Kip Sabian, the state of the women's division, and the tension between Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns. They also recap SmackDown, including key matches and title changes, and answer fan questions about wrestling history and the careers of various wrestlers. In this conversation, Bobby B and Xander delve into various topics surrounding wrestling, NFL performance, and music culture. They discuss the challenges faced by wrestlers like Miro in finding their place in a crowded roster, the dynamics of relationships in wrestling, and the struggles of the Dallas Cowboys as they analyze the team's performance and management decisions. The conversation also touches on the current state of the NFL, the impact of injuries on teams, and a shared passion for music, particularly metal concerts and new releases.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Setting the Scene
02:57 AEW Dynamite Grand Slam Highlights
06:01 Kip Sabian's Role and Hook's Championship Retirement
08:58 Women's Division and Main Event Build-Up
12:08 WWE SmackDown Recap and Key Matches
18:00 Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns' Tension
21:00 Raw Highlights and Title Changes
27:08 Fan Questions and Discussion on Wrestling History
42:42 The Miro Dilemma: Finding His Place
46:30 Relationships in Wrestling: The Impact of Personal Dynamics
49:49 Cowboys' Struggles: Analyzing the Team's Performance
53:11 NFL Insights: The State of the League
58:24 Concerts and Culture: A Shift in Focus
01:07:18 The NFL Landscape: Teams and Trends
01:18:22 Music and Metal: A Passionate Discussion
The Playlist:
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The Episode:
Summary
In this episode, Xander and Bobby B discuss the fallout from AEW's All Out event, analyzing the performances and booking decisions that left fans with questions. They transition to WWE's new era, highlighting the exciting developments in SmackDown and Raw, including the dynamics of the women's division and the ongoing storylines involving CM Punk and the Judgment Day. The hosts express their thoughts on various matches and character developments, emphasizing the positive direction of wrestling as a whole. In this episode, Xander and Bobby discuss various topics ranging from wrestling legends to their concert experiences, favorite TV shows, and fan takes on wrestling. They also dive into NFL Week 2, focusing on the Cowboys' performance and other teams, before wrapping up with music recommendations. The conversation is lively and filled with passionate opinions, showcasing their love for wrestling, music, and sports.
Chapters
00:00 The Fallout from All Out
16:40 WWE's New Era: SmackDown Highlights
26:31 Raw Rundown: CM Punk and Tag Team Dynamics
39:31 Women's Division Rising: A New Era in WWE
48:07 Wrestling Greats: The Best of All Time
51:32 Concert Experiences: Lamb of God and Mastodon
56:25 Television and Anime Recommendations
01:00:18 Worst to First: Ranking Fan Takes
01:13:10 NFL Week 2: Cowboys and Other Teams
01:29:47 Music Recommendations: New Releases
The Playlist:
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Summary
In this episode of Wrestleocalypse, Xander and Bobby B discuss the AEW All Out pay-per-view and the latest episodes of SmackDown and Monday Night Raw. They highlight the violent nature of the matches at All Out, including the standout match between Will Osprey and PAC. They express their concerns about the booking of Mercedes Martinez in AEW's women's division. They also discuss the intriguing storyline involving Jon Moxley and the Blackpool Combat Club. On SmackDown, they praise the mixed tag street fight between American Made and Wyatt Sicks. They also discuss the upcoming Hell in a Cell match between Drew McIntyre and CM Punk on Raw. During the Cool Sh*t segment, Xander and Bobby discuss various topics including their favorite movies and TV shows, the rankings in the wrestling world, overreactions in the NFL, and their music picks. They also mention upcoming episodes and the importance of empathy, environmental protection, animal welfare, and supporting the Wrestlocalypse.
The Playlist:
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The Episode:
In this podcast episode, Xander and Bobby discuss recent wrestling events, including the passing of Sid Vicious, the All In pay-per-view, and the AEW and WWE shows. They analyze the matches, storylines, and potential future developments. They also touch on the possibility of Xavier Woods breaking away from The New Day and the return of Jamie Hayter. In this conversation, Xander and Bobby discuss various topics including the altercation between Machine Gun Kelly and Randy Orton, their thoughts on Jack Perry in AEW, the potential title reign of Bryan Danielson, and the misusage of Okada in AEW. They also share their recent interests in TV shows, anime, and wrestling matches. The conversation ends with their song recommendations.
The Episode:
In this episode of the podcast, Xander and Booby discuss the latest episodes of SmackDown and Raw, as well as the upcoming AEW pay-per-view. They highlight the standout matches and storylines, including the Wish version of the Bloodline, the Carmelo Hayes and Andrade match, and the Tony Storm vs. Mariah May feud. They also express their disappointment with the lazy booking of some matches, such as Chris Jericho vs. Hook and Jack Perry vs. Darby Allin. Overall, they provide a comprehensive review of the wrestling events and share their predictions for the upcoming pay-per-view. In this part of the conversation, Xander and Bobby discuss the upcoming wrestling event and potential match outcomes. They also touch on the challenges AEW may face in securing a new TV deal and the controversy surrounding Cannibal Corpse's lyrics. They share their thoughts on cancel culture and the importance of personal choice in consuming media. The conversation concludes with their Mount Rushmore of Swedish death metal bands. The conversation covers various topics including Swedish death metal bands, TV shows, and hot takes on wrestling. The hosts discuss influential Swedish death metal bands such as In Flames, Opeth, and Amon Amarth. They also share their thoughts on TV shows like The Ultimate Fighter and the Little League World Series. The conversation concludes with a discussion on hot takes from wrestling fans, including opinions on Joe Hendry's presentation in WWE and the behavior of American wrestling fans.
The Playlist:
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RIP Paul Heyman
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Another week in the books...
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