Puddy’s Podcast

Episode 233: Winter is Here!

Well, what a week!  Winter came and it did not disappoint, as we saw two huge surprises shake the landscape of professional wrestling.  What are the pans for Sting in AEW?  Are you happy to see the Stinger get one more run?  New Champion Kenny Omega is Impact bound, what does this new partnership mean for both companies?  What dream matches will this lead to and which organization benefits most from this?  Is the WWE really willing to work with other companies, or are other companies still willing to work with them?  What does the future hold for Raquel Gonzalez?  All this, plus Green Man comes back, as well remember the late great Pat Patterson. 

Episode 232: Thank You Taker

This week we ask ourselves what are we most thankful for in wrestling. Also: Which match stole the show at Survivor Series? Did Sasha Banks cement herself as the face of the Women's Division? Is Alexa Bliss WWE's version of Su Yung? Who will be the next #1 Contender for the WWE Championship? Did The New Day pass the torch to The Street Profits? Where does Bayley rank amongst the 4 Horsewomen? Plus, we say goodbye to The Undertaker as we take a look at his impact in the world of wrestling. 

Episode 231: State of the Unions

This week we discuss the ramifications of SAG-AFTRA unionizing professional wrestling. Who will this hurt the most? Also: Should The Bella Twins make their comeback to wrestling? Is Deonna Purrazzo the real deal? How would Moose fit on the WWE roster? Is Rich Swann a believable champion? Why doesn't Io Shirai get enough credit? Can Rhea Ripley be a star on the main roster? Where has this version of Roman Reigns been this whole time? Plus our thoughts on the PWI Tag Team 50. Did they get it right? 

Episode 230: A New Hope

This week we are joined by Rey Calitri as he shares his story on how he overcame a career ending injury. He also discusses how he came to be the #1 Contender for the ECWA Legacy Championship. Plus: is Jon Moxley overrated? Why are Eddie Kingston's promos so effective? Will we see The Four Horsemen in AEW? Can we trust WWE Creative? Will Alexa Bliss and Bray Wyatt be effective babyfaces? And much more! 

Episode 229: Tricks, Treats & Title Changes

This week we recap Bound for Glory and Hell in a Cell. Who stole the show, and which match could potentially be Match of the Year? Plus: Why isn’t NXT involved with Survivor Series this year? Will the Vince McMahon documentary open doors with Netflix? How will the Knockouts Tag Team Championship be different from WWE’s. Who shot Bravo on IMPACT? Did Jey Uso turn heel too fast? What happened with Kylie Rae? Are we seeing the best version of Alexa Bliss? And much more! 

Episode 228: Monsters, Musicals & Mayhem

This week we are joined by The Meadowlands Monster AND Shane Fair. They go over the events that transpired at Pro Wrestling Magic, and where they go from here. Plus: Will we indeed see The Undertaker in action one last time? Should wrestlers get residuals? What would a wrestling union look like? Who impressed us the most on TV this week? What made the Jericho/MJF musical a success? And much more! 

Episode 227: Draft Daze Winners & Losers

This week we analyze the WWE Draft. We answer these questions: Which brand came out on top? Who stands to benefit the most? What should we expect to see going forward? Plus: Is splitting up The New Day a mistake? Can Big E succeed on his own? Will Raw Retribution be missed? Which current storyline are we invested in the most? And we share our thoughts on the PWI Women's 100.

Episode 226: Swinging for the Fences

This week we have an interview with Vinny Pacifico. He talks to us about his time at Evolve, and his upcoming debut at WrestlePro. Plus: is it time for WWE to abort the Retribution angle? Where will RVD and Katie Forbes wind up next? Has Vince McMahon gone too far taking over his talents’ Twitch accounts? Is The Gargano Way the best way? What does an Alexa Bliss/Fiend alliance mean for the women’s division? Who stole the show at Clash of Champions? Also, how much credit does Chris Jericho deserve in the growth of AEW? 

Episode 225: On The Road Again?

This week the two man faction known as 2Gud, Ace Andrews & Big Cuzzo, join MJP and together they all pay their respect to the late great Road Warrior Animal.  WWE is considering leaving the ThunderDome to start traveling again, is it too soon or more importantly, worth the safety risk?  With the E focusing more on quantity over quality, does this give the edge to Impact and AEW?  Has Social Media done more harm than good to the business?  We also share our thoughts on the debut of Retribution.  Was it a let down and is it salvageable?  

Episode 224: Baddest Women on the Planet

This week we pay our respects to Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We also discuss the possible return of Ronda Rousey. Does WWE need her right now? Plus: Melina is coming back to WWE, what does this mean for NWA? Why are some IMPACT wrestlers working without a contract? Is Braun Strowman a good fit for Raw Underground? When will we see the return of Su Yung? What are the top entrance themes of all-time? Which main event was better: NXT or AEW Dynamite?

Episode 223: Tag Teams, A Lost Art?

This week we pay tribute to the lives we lost on 9/11. We also recap BCW Anniversary 4. Plus: can WWE really blame their recent releases on budget cuts? Should wrestlers unionize? Is AEW Dynamite’s recent ratings hike legit? Will NXT move to Tuesdays permanently? Is Mauro Ranallo missed on commentary? Did the match between Finn Balor and Adam Cole live up to the hype? Is FTR really the best tag team in the world? Will the WWE Women’s Tag Team division last? And, should more wrestling promotions work together like AEW and NWA?

Tommy Dreamer

This week we have a very special interview with Tommy Dreamer! We discuss his involvement with our watch party, and what it’s like to hang out with The Innovator of Violence. Plus discussions about his schedule, how acting and wrestling are similar, the best advice he received, and who he sees as the next Tommy Dreamer. 

Episode 222: The Comeback of Wrestling

This week we are joined by the owner of BCW, Mr. Anthony Cole! He talks about his upcoming show, BCW Anniversary 4, and the importance of being Black wrestling promoter. Also: Who will be the next NXT Champion? How will relinquishing the title hurt Karrion Kross' character? Did the PWI 500 get it right with Jon Moxley ranked #1? When will WWE bring back the fans? Does Pat McAfee have a future in WWE? Which match stole the show at SummerSlam? Is The Retribution storyline getting stale? Plus, with the return of Paul Heyman, has Roman Reigns finally gone heel? 

Episode 221: SummerSlam Weekend

This week join the fun as we play a SummerSlam Trivia game! Also: Renee Young is leaving WWE. How big of a loss is this to the company? Will the return of The Draft help WWE's ratings? Who is the best tag team in wrestling? Why is Pat McAfee getting so much praise? Is The Miz involved with Retribution? Did the WWE bring Velveteen Dream back too soon? Plus, a huge announcement from BCW! And, with Sonya Deville making national headlines, we discuss the dangers of fan obsession. 

Episode 219: Sweet Retribution

This week The Rock surprised everyone and sent shock waves in the sports world, as it's announced he has bought the XFL.  Will this help bring new eyes on the product?  Triple H lays down a challenge to Pat McAfee for NXT Takeover, how did Pat answer and does this put to bed the work or shoot question?  Could we see an inter promotional series between two of the best in the industry right now?  The FTR from AEW and The North from Impact could not only make history, but could also put tag team wrestling on the map.  Shane McMahon returned and introduced Raw Underground and Retribution officially made their debuts.  Will they both breathe new life into a stale product, or will fans reject them?  All this and more including, Marty Jannetty killed a guy?