Episodes

  • PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE (Wrestling Soup 11/20/24) w/@KevZCastle

    PLANNED OBSOLESCENCE (Wrestling Soup 11/20/24) w/@KevZCastle
    Nov 21 2024
    Wrestling Soup: Wrestling Recaps, Streaming Issues, and the Future of WWE
    Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle discuss the drag week in wrestling, including issues with the Logan Paul and Tyson fight streaming on Netflix. They dive into the current state of wrestling shows, the problems with buffering, and how high viewership affects live streaming. The episode covers WWE's programming, including Raw, NXT, and speculations about the future, especially concerning Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. They also discuss the decline in women's wrestling, the potential return of Mandy Rose, and the creative challenges facing WWE. Meta-analysis of WWE's creative strategies and the impact of wrestler absences is also explored.
    00:00 Introduction and Weekly Wrestling Recap
    00:12 Technical Issues and Streaming Woes
    00:57 Jake Paul vs. Tyson Fight Analysis
    04:58 Speculations on Future Fights
    09:27 WWE and Trump Administration Connections
    13:04 Linda McMahon's Role in Education
    16:44 Monday Night Raw Highlights and Returns
    24:41 Gunther's Direction and Potential Storylines
    26:25 Critique of Women's Division
    29:19 Mandy Rose's Potential Return
    34:18 The Miz and Karrion Kross Partnership
    39:11 Factions and Creative Issues
    40:05 WWE's Strategic Planning
    46:37 Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
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    49 mins
  • BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO or SMACKDOWN POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 11/16/24)

    BREAKING UP IS HARD TO DO or SMACKDOWN POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 11/16/24)
    Nov 16 2024
    Wrestling Soup Recap: WWE Raw, Smackdown & Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight Preview
    Join Anthony Thomas, Andrew Karluk, and Kevin Castle as they dive into the latest WWE wrestling events including a critical recap of Monday Night Raw, Smackdown highlights, and the speculation around upcoming feuds and title chases. They also tackle the heated discussion surrounding the WWE U.S. Women's Title Tournament, potential heel turns, and the future of major superstars like LA Knight and Shinsuke Nakamura. Additionally, they discuss the upcoming and highly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, sharing their predictions and memories of Tyson's legendary career. The team also touches on the evolution of streaming services with live sports, specifically Netflix's foray into live sports streaming. Don't miss their insights on training development in wrestling and the latest in wrestling news.
    00:00 Introduction and Monday Night Raw Recap
    02:06 Netflix and Live Sports Streaming
    03:59 Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight Discussion
    09:09 Smackdown Recap and Cody Rhodes Promo
    12:23 LA Knight and Santos Escobar Feud
    19:04 Motor City Machine Guns Stir Up Tag Team Division
    19:57 New Day's Anniversary and Potential Heel Turns
    20:20 Street Profits and Tag Team Dynamics
    21:06 Gargano's Heel Turn and Tag Team Turmoil
    21:38 Nia Jax vs. Naomi: A Disappointing Main Event
    22:43 Future of Women's Titles and Rising Stars
    26:11 Jade Cargill's Potential and Bianca Belair's Role
    31:44 AEW's Attendance Issues and Dave Meltzer's Credibility
    35:43 Betting on Fights and Netflix Streaming Issues
    36:26 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Events

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    36 mins
  • WHO DID IT WORSE? or DON'T CALL IT A COMEBACK (Wrestling Soup 11/14/24)

    WHO DID IT WORSE? or DON'T CALL IT A COMEBACK (Wrestling Soup 11/14/24)
    Nov 16 2024
    In this episode, discussions cover various wrestling topics, including Dutch Mantel's response to Dave Meltzer's comments, AEW and WWE's recent events, and the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight. The show dives into Meltzer's criticism, showing love to Dutch's co-host James, the overall state of AEW and WWE programming, and insights into the anticipated boxing match on Netflix.
    00:00 Kokomo and John Moxley Adventures
    00:30 Wrestling Drama: AEW vs WWE
    00:56 Creative Issues in Wrestling
    04:48 Mike Bailey's Move to AEW
    07:26 Guns N' Roses and Wrestling
    28:59 Wrestling Fashion Faux Pas
    44:55 Crowd Reactions and Wrestler Returns
    45:45 Raw Review: The Worst of the Year?
    46:59 Main Event Confusion and Women's Division
    48:57 Bianca Belair and Jade's Future
    54:16 Boxing Talk: Tyson vs. Jake Paul
    01:10:34 Dave Meltzer Controversy
    01:21:41 Cat Antics and Random Discussions
    01:30:32 Upcoming Events and Farewell
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • DAVE MELTZER IS A GARBAGE HUMAN or AUBREY EDWARDS REF SCHOOL! (Frank & Gus 11/8/24)

    DAVE MELTZER IS A GARBAGE HUMAN or AUBREY EDWARDS REF SCHOOL! (Frank & Gus 11/8/24)
    Nov 10 2024
    In this episode, the hosts delve into the recent comments made by Dave Meltzer regarding the health struggles of Dutch Mantel and his wife, Kathy. Dutch has battled sepsis twice in the past year, resulting in extended hospital stays and significant financial hardship. The hosts discuss the GoFundMe campaign set up to help Dutch and Kathy, which has raised significant support from anonymous donors, as well as known contributors like Tony Khan and Chris Jericho. The episode also touches on the criticisms surrounding Meltzer's coverage and Tony Khan's donation, the dynamics between wrestlers and promoters, and the impact of Meltzer's influence in the wrestling industry. Towards the end, there is a humorous conversation about participating in a Zoom seminar with AEW referee Aubrey Edwards, reflecting on the intersection of wrestling insiders and fans.


    00:00 Dutch Mantel's Health Struggles and Financial Crisis
    00:38 Tony Khan's Generosity Amid Criticism
    01:27 Rant Against Dave Meltzer's Reporting
    05:09 Disco Inferno and Podcast Shoutouts
    06:14 Comparing Donations and Wrestling Community Support
    17:10 Critique of Dave Meltzer's Influence in Wrestling
    22:02 Discussing the Cost of Training
    22:25 Debating the Value of the Seminar
    23:12 Questioning the Referee's Expertise
    24:10 Reading the Seminar Details
    25:24 Expressing Frustration with AEW
    28:54 Considering Attending the Seminar
    32:56 Analyzing the Seminar Rules
    39:09 Final Thoughts and Farewell
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    41 mins
  • ECW FIGHT NIGHT or THE RETURN OF SAMI USO (Wrestling Soup 11/7/24)

    ECW FIGHT NIGHT or THE RETURN OF SAMI USO (Wrestling Soup 11/7/24)
    Nov 9 2024
    In this episode, Wrestling Soup dives deep into the aftermath of Crown Jewel, comparing AEW and NXT ratings, and discussing the potential future of WWE's international events. The discussion includes personal anecdotes, evolving TV networks, targeted advertisements, and potential changes in WWE's event strategy.
    00:19 AEW vs. NXT: A Surprising Outcome
    00:54 Nostalgia and Unexpected Appearances
    01:53 Nunzio vs. Adam Cole: A Comparison
    03:31 Stephanie Vaquer's "Promo"
    07:12 Ethan Page's Potential and ECW Vibes
    20:12 The Role of Ads in Modern Media
    37:39 Comparing Wrestling Soup to Classic TV Shows
    39:13 The Addams Family: A Healthy Relationship
    40:59 Fester: TV's First Incel?
    45:00 AEW's Struggles and Ticket Sales
    47:36 NXT vs AEW: Ratings and Viewership
    51:38 The Importance of Veteran Guidance in Wrestling
    01:05:54 The Miz and Wyatt Six: Entertaining but Flawed
    01:08:33 Sami Zayn and the Bloodline Drama
    01:15:52 WWE's Crown Jewel: Financial Backbone or Bad Press?
    01:18:31 Fan Discontent with WWE's Crown Jewel
    01:20:36 WWE's International Expansion Efforts
    01:23:04 Potential Future Strategies for WWE
    01:26:06 WWE's Presence in Japan
    01:34:20 Challenges with Japanese Talent in WWE
    01:49:58 The Shield's Legacy and Individual Careers
    01:51:16 Dean Ambrose's Downfall and AEW's Oversight
    01:57:14 Closing Remarks and Show Wrap-Up
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    2 hrs
  • WWE HALL OF FAME PRESIDENT (Wrestling Soup 11/6/24) w/ @KevZCastle

    WWE HALL OF FAME PRESIDENT (Wrestling Soup 11/6/24) w/ @KevZCastle
    Nov 7 2024
    00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks
    00:12 Election Reactions and Surprising Voter Demographics
    01:36 Fear Mongering and Political Tactics
    03:27 Social Media and Public Discourse
    05:12 Voting Process and Election Integrity
    25:37 Wrestling and Politics: A Unique Intersection
    30:13 Bigfoot and Jim Cornette
    30:30 Social Media and Elon Musk
    31:25 Donald Trump and Wrestling Reactions
    33:06 Jake Hager's Controversial Statements
    35:25 Dutch Mantel's Health Struggles
    41:09 ECW Themed NXT Event
    47:43 Upcoming Wrestling Matches and Events
    49:11 Closing Remarks and Patreon Shoutouts

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    51 mins
  • MARVIN MOVIE MONSTER IS LIVE: Wrestling Returns To the ECW Arena! (Wrestling Soup 11/6/24)

    MARVIN MOVIE MONSTER IS LIVE: Wrestling Returns To the ECW Arena! (Wrestling Soup 11/6/24)
    Nov 6 2024
    Join us on a wild Tuesday night as we dive into the latest in wrestling with an all-star panel! With Marv away, the team brings in Chris Connor from the Last Call podcast, as well as familiar voices like Kevin Apollo and Joey. Expect plenty of laughs and candid takes as we discuss the releases of Baron Corbin and Indy Hartwell, and the puzzling decisions behind them. We also tackle the ongoing debate about AEW's booking decisions and the perceived lack of star power in their roster. From the missteps with Baron Corbin's character to the oddities of AEW's fan base, nothing is off-limits. Plus, we share our favorite ECW moments in anticipation of NXT's ECW tribute. In the midst of all this, we address the serious topic of wrestler healthcare, particularly in light of Chris Bay's recent injury, and speculate on Vince McMahon's rumored return to TV and film production. Join us for an episode filled with humor, nostalgia, and insightful wrestling commentary.
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    2 hrs and 25 mins
  • WWE CROWN JEWEL POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 11/2/24)

    WWE CROWN JEWEL POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 11/2/24)
    Nov 3 2024
    05:59 Crown Jewel Post Show Introduction
    06:56 Jimmy Uso's Popularity and Bloodline Dynamics
    10:00 WWE Departures and Talent Evaluations
    11:23 Baron Corbin's Career and Criticisms
    22:05 Bloodline Match Analysis
    28:29 Women's Tag Team Match and Peacock Streaming Issues
    33:32 Seth Rollins vs. Bronson Reed Match Analysis
    35:27 Critique of Seth Rollins and Bronson Reed Match
    40:28 Nia Jax vs. Liv Morgan: A Disappointing Champion Match
    41:39 Liv Morgan's Improvement and Nia Jax's Performance
    44:23 Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens: A Non-Match
    48:05 LA Knight vs. Andrade and Carmelo: Crowd Reactions
    53:50 Gunther vs. Cody Rhodes: A Missed Opportunity
    01:02:52 Overall Review and Final Thoughts

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    1 hr and 8 mins