

POST Wrestling
POST Wrestling
POST Wrestling's John Pollock & Wai Ting review WWE Raw, AEW Dynamite, WWE SmackDown and discuss the latest in pro wrestling news with their network of contributors. http://www.postwrestling.com
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Sep 15, 2023 • 1h 21min
L&WRR #37: Kenta Kobashi vs. Steve Williams (9/3/94) w/ Bruce Lord
One of POST Wrestling’s top contributors, Bruce Lord joins WH Park on The Long and Winding Royal Road for the first time. Bruce and WH discuss Kenta Kobashi challenging Dr. Death Steve Williams for his Triple Crown Championship. They go over the background and past history of the two together before discussing the incredible moments of this match.As a primer, listeners should go back in the archives and check out Episode 5 with Davie Portman featuring a review of the Kobashi vs. Williams match from a year earlier.Watch the match on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VokEiUO1IBsWH Park and a special guest look back at the greatest matches of All Japan Pro Wrestling from the 1990s in the Long & Winding Royal Road, a limited-edition podcast from POST Wrestling.Support this podcast by picking up a L&WRR t-shirt in either black or white: https://store.postwrestling.com/search?q=long+%26+winding+royal+roadWH Park on Twitter: @whpark9Subscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribeForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @postwrestlingMusic: "Across the Danube, Op. 36" by John Philip Sousa | Performed by United States Marine Band (band) and Jason Fettig (conductor) | The Complete Marches of John Philip Sousa, No.4 | Washington, DC: United States Marine Band, 2015. | Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 | Public Domain LetterAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 15, 2023 • 25min
INTERVIEW: Tim Hornbaker, author of The Last Real World Champion: The Legacy of “Nature Boy” Ric Flair
John Pollock speaks with author and historian Tim Hornbaker about the release of his latest book, The Last Real World Champion: The Legacy of “Nature Boy” Ric Flair.They discuss the process of completing such a daunting project, working without participation from the subject, how his research process has changed and evolved, promoting the book, and more.The Last Real World Champion: The Legacy of "Nature Boy" Ric Flair is available now through ECW Press Subscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 14, 2023 • 1h 31min
AEW Dynamite 9/13/23 Review | REWIND-A-DYNAMITE
John Pollock & Wai Ting review AEW Dynamite with the finals of the World Title Eliminator Tournament between Samoa Joe and Roderick Strong.Plus: TKO merger closes, AEW All In’s turnstile count, Royal Rumble location, big NXT audience, Raw hurt against massive Monday Night Football game & more.NEWS OF THE DAY:Completion of WWE-UFC merger Royal Rumble 2024 at Tropicana Field Becky Lynch leads to big audience for NXT WWE Raw hurt badly by Monday Night FootballIMPACT 1000 split over two weeksAll In’s turnstile count (during feedback)POST Wrestling Café Schedule:Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown & IMPACT 1000 with John Pollock & Wai Ting Saturday: Collision Course with Kate from Montreal & Bruce LordWatch the video version of this podcast at youtube.com/postwrestlingPhoto Courtesy: AEW / TKORewind-A-Dynamite Theme by Jacob ChesnutSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comX/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 18min
WWE, UFC form TKO Group Holdings | POST x Wrestlenomics
John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the completed merger between WWE and UFC to form TKO Group Holdings and all the ramifications of the deal.John & Brandon speak with Patrick Auger of The Fight Business Podcast who runs the Auger Consulting Group to discuss the merger, short and long-term ideas, the combination of resources, and what this will mean for wrestlers & fighters in both promotions.Plus: TKO dividend payout and Vince’s big payout, lowest WWE Raw audience in history, NXT does a huge number, Royal Rumble 2024 location, and more.POST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 13, 2023 • 1h 43min
WWE NXT 9/12/23 Review | upNXT
Braden Herrington and Davie Portman are back to review WWE NXT from September 12th, 2023 featuring Tiffany Stratton vs. Becky Lynch for the NXT Women’s Championship!The BDE review the whole show, which included:Tiffany Stratton vs Becky Lynch (NXT Women’s Championship)Ilja Dragunov vs Wes Lee (Number 1 Contender's Match For The NXT Championship)Baron Corbin challenges Bron Breakker to a match at No MercyJosh Briggs, Brooks Jensen & Myles Borne vs Drew Gulak, Charlie Dempsey & Damon KempDana Brooke vs Lyra ValkyriaTyler Bate vs Axiom (NXT Global Heritage Cup Invitational Tournament)Creed Brothers vs Edris Enofe & Malik BladeAkira Tozawa vs Nathan Frazer (NXT Global Heritage Cup Invitational Tournament)Dijak fights a treePLUS the lads chat about the TKO WWE/UFC merger, the return of Nia Jax and so much more!Join our live NXT POST Shows every Tuesday night at YouTube.com/POSTWrestlingFollow more of Davie and Braden’s work at Poisonrana.ca, with a weekly show covering everything in the world of wrestling, Shot in the Dark, and more!Tuesday - upNXT - WWE NXT September 12th 2023 (POSTwrestling)Wednesday: Best Match Ever - Terry Frunk (Re-release for free on Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Thursday: Shot in the Dark w/ John Siino (Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Friday: upYOURS w/ Andrew MacDonald - Cartoon All-Stars To The Rescue (Poisonrana Patreon Feed)Sunday: POISONRANA LIVE - Weekly Review Show (Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Last week’s shows included wasNXT - NXT January 29th 2014, Behind The BDE talking about our trip to Europe, Detox and more!Only $5 for “Friend” tier to access all these shows and everything in the back catalogue! Movie reviews, PPV reviews and so much more!!! Patreon.com/PoisonranaPhoto Courtesy: WWEupNXT Theme by: Warren-D, PXCH and Shaheen AbdiSubscribe: https://www.postwrestling.com/subscribeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/702343790308154Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/PoisonranaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PoisonranaPodT-Shirts: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/upnxtDiscuss: https://forum.postwrestling.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 12, 2023 • 1h 12min
WWE Raw 9/11/23 Review | REWIND-A-RAW
John Pollock and Wai Ting review WWE Raw with a rematch between Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez, Jey Uso’s show-long turmoil, and a former champion’s surprise WWE return.Gunther celebrates his new record as the longest reigning Intercontinental Champion of all-time, Piper Niven is back, and a cameo by Cody Rhodes.Plus: An update on Jim Duggan, the Matt Riddle investigation, Pollock runs through the highlights of UFC 293, Dream Match at WrestleDream & IMPACT Hall of Fame announcements.NEWS OF THE DAY:Jim Duggan’s health updateInvestigation after claim by Matt Riddle Sean Strickland beats Israel Adesanya at UFC 293Bryan Danielson vs. ZSJ at WrestleDreamIMPACT Hall of Fame inductees WWE SmackDown & AEW Rampage ratings NXT & AEW Dynamite lineups POST Wrestling Café Schedule:Friday: Rewind-A-SmackDown & IMPACT 1000 with John Pollock & Wai Ting Saturday: Collision Course with John Siino & Kate from MontrealWatch the video version of this podcast at youtube.com/postwrestlingPhoto Courtesy: WWE Rewind-A-Raw Theme by Colby John: https://soundcloud.com/colbyjohnSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comX/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 8, 2023 • 6min
Gunther Interview: Paul Levesque, Cutting Promos, Moving to USA
John Pollock speaks to WWE Intercontinental Champion Gunther about moving to the US, working with Paul Levesque and cutting more promos. Recorded during SummerSlam 2023 Weekend. Subscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://postwrestling.com/discordMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comX/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Sep 7, 2023 • 1h 21min
AEW Dynamite 9/6/23 Review | REWIND-A-DYNAMITE
MJF, AEW Dynamite superstar, joins John Pollock & Wai Ting to review AEW Dynamite with Samoa Joe, championship defenses, and the World Title Eliminator Tournament. They also discuss the deaths of Sheik Adnan Al-Kaissy and Dean Merton, Kevin Kelly's future with NJPW, AEW Collision, and WWE Raw numbers.

Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 12min
CM Punk Fired, All Out & Payback, Open Topics | POST x Wrestlenomics
The podcast discusses topics such as CM Punk's contract termination, the business of WWE Payback & AEW All Out, television ratings, Saudi Arabian investment in the PFL, update on WWE domestic TV rights, financial considerations for switching to streaming services, PFL's deal with ESPN, WWE events in different locations, financial performance of New Japan and Stardom, and speculation on CM Punk's popularity.

Sep 6, 2023 • 1h 37min
WWE NXT 9/5/23 Review | upNXT
John Siino and B-Detroit return to review WWE NXT from September 5th, 2023 featuring Von Wagner vs. Bron Breakker in a No Disqualification Match.The boys run down the whole show, which included:Tiffany Stratton vs Kiana James (NXT Women’s Championship)Diamond Mine Dojo Tag Team DramaIlja Dragunov vs Oro MensahNathan Frazer vs Duke Hudson (Global Heritage Invitational - Block B Match)Dabba-Kato vs Tyler BateMustafa Ali vs Dragon Lee (Special Guest Referee - Dominik Mysterio)Butch vs Axiom (Global Heritage Invitational - Block A Match)Gigi Dolin vs Thea HailVon Wagner vs Bron Breaker (No Disqualification Match)Plus: They discuss AEW All Out, CM Punk, WWE Payback, Gunther vs Chad Gable and more!Join our live NXT POST Shows every Tuesday night at YouTube.com/POSTWrestlingFollow more of Davie and Braden’s work at Poisonrana.ca, with a weekly show covering everything in the world of wrestling, Shot in the Dark, and more!Tuesday - wasnxt - WWE NXT (January 29, 2014)Wednesday: upNXT - NXT Review (POST Wrestling Feed)Thursday: Shot in the Dark w/ John Siino (Poisonrana Podcast Feed)Only $5 for “Friend” tier to access all these shows and everything in the back catalogue! Movie reviews, PPV reviews and so much more!!! Patreon.com/PoisonranaPhoto Courtesy: WWEupNXT Theme by: Warren-D, PXCH and Shaheen AbdiSubscribe: https://www.postwrestling.com/subscribeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/702343790308154Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/PoisonranaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PoisonranaPodT-Shirts: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/upnxtDiscuss: https://forum.postwrestling.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy