The Ringer Wrestling Show

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: Who says no to this trade, WWE sends Bobby Lashley and MVP to AEW for the Lucha Bros (:30).David and Kaz welcome WWE’s Ryan Pappolla to the show and then they discuss: Roman Reigns takes out Solo’s Bloodline on Smackdown (5:14) Roman Reigns and Cody Rhodes as top babyfaces (16:00) Kevin Owens to challenge Cody Rhodes at Bash in Berlin (24:31) Wyatt Sicks in-ring debut watch-along (46:27) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account\ _@RingerWrestling_, Instagram Threads, and\ _X_.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideGuest: Ryan PappollaProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

COLD OPEN QUESTION OF THE WEEK: If you could have any fast-food ad interrupt your promo, which would it be? David, Kaz, and Brian share their answers. Then they discuss the following: Bryan Danielson–Jeff Jarrett (09:03) Swerve Strickland’s interview with Jim Ross (14:00) More wrestling and less talking for Mercedes Moné (16:54) Measuring stock in WWE superstars not in the main event right now (36:11) The Wyatt Sicks impress in their in-ring debut (47:42) The Lucha Bros WWE-bound, and the return of elite tag teams (56:22)? Catch David and Kaz at Fanatics Fest on August 17 and 18.Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off a fun weekend together in Cleveland for SummerSlam, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by Ringer Wrestling Tribal Chief David Shoemaker to first recap the weekend. Then, in “Raw Is Headlines,” the crew discusses Randy Orton vs. Gunther at “Bash in Berlin,” whether last night was the official beginning of Damian Priest getting over, and Bronson Reed’s destruction of Seth Rollins. Then, in “They Said What!?,” the guys take calls on a possible CM Punk heel turn and Cody Rhodes. To close out the show, they get into “Hot Tag with The Masked Man” and preview night 2 of NXT The Great American Bash.CHAPTERS: Ringer Wrestling’s Cleveland weekend recap (00:00) Surprised by Randy Orton vs. Gunther? (08:17) Can Damian Priest finally get over? (22:04) Bronson Reed’s big night (34:53) They Said What!? (48:21) Hot Tag with The Masked Man (58:53) NXT preview (01:04:49) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuest: David ShoemakerProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off their trip from Cleveland, David and Kaz recap an epic SummerSlam weekend. They kick off the show by discussing how Cleveland has been slept on as a food city (3:56). Then they discuss: Roman Reigns's return (8:50) What Cody Rhodes’s next six months will look like (13:30) Drew McIntyre’s win over CM Punk (24:48) Nia Jax becoming the new WWE Women’s Champion (41:35) The end of the Judgment Day and the legitimate tears (46:30) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David, Kaz, Ben, Khal, and Brian have the second set of interviews for you!First, they speak with Braun Strowman, who talks the Wyatt Sicks, WWE to Netflix, and having his eyes on the world heavyweight title (1:30).Then they sit down with Bron Breakker, who talks about his upcoming rematch with Sami Zayn at SummerSlam, playing 'College Football 25,' rookie duties in WWE compared to football, and more (23:06).Last, they close out the show by predicting SummerSlam changes and talking about the weekend in Cleveland (48:39).Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuests: Braun Strowman and Bron BreakkerProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David, Kaz, Ben, Khal, and Brian are live from Cleveland and have a few guests lined up ahead of SummerSlam.First, they talk with Jey Uso, who talks his entrance, YEET and the glasses, Solo Sikoa’s rise, and a possible Bloodline story (1:15)Then they sit down with Gunther, who talks about originally never wanting to come to the U.S. to wrestle, raising the prestige of the Intercontinental title, and challenging Damian Priest for the world title at SummerSlam (27:37).They close out Friday with Rhea Ripley, who talks about never losing her title, watching 'Raw' and Liv Morgan while recovering from her injury, her history with Liv, and more (52:52)Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuests: Jey Uso, Gunther, and Rhea RipleyProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz sit down together in Cleveland and fire up the mics with the Ringer Wrestling Worldwide crew, Ben, Khal and Brian, for an action-packed episode. They kick off the show by talking about Shane McMahon and Tony Khan’s meeting (0:00) and then Swerve Strickland and Bryan Danielson's title vs. career match (0:00). Then they discuss the following matches at SummerSlam: Cody Rhodes vs. Solo Sikoa (30:46) Drew McIntyre vs. CM Punk, with Seth Rollins as special guest referee (42:26) Liv Morgan vs. Rhea Ripley (59:09) Damian Priest vs. Gunther (1:07:09) Bayley vs. Nia Jax (1:15:54) Sami Zayn vs. Bron Breakker (1:27:54) Logan Paul vs. LA Knight (1:30:32) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, Brian H. Waters, and Ringer Wrestling tribal chief David Shoemaker begin by discussing Cody Rhodes’s “Ric Flair rule” for his shoes. Then, in Raw Is Headlines, the guys answer the question: Which are you looking forward to more, CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre or Damian Priest vs. Gunther? After that, they talk about the facial reveals of the Wyatt Sicks, as well as thoughts and feelings on the return of Damage CTRL. And in They Said What!?, the guys go to the Ringer Wrestling Hotline for calls about a potential reunion between Rhea Ripley and Liv Morgan, as well as dream wrestling stables they’d build. And to close out the show, the guys preview night one of NXT: The Great American Bash.For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160, or send an email to RingerWrestling@gmail.com.CHAPTERS: Intro (00:00) Cody Rhodes's sneaker shopping (01:50) Excitement levels for CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre or Damian Priest vs. Gunther (09:40) The Wyatt Sicks reveal (23:02) The return of Damage CTRL (33:48) They Said What?! (39:48) The Hot Tag with David Shoemaker (57:40) NXT preview (01:03:40) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuest: David ShoemakerProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The hosts dive into the significance of WWE and AEW superstars participating in Bloodsport. They analyze the Bloodline's prospects at SummerSlam and speculate on the Wyatt Six's potential appearance. A lively ranking of SummerSlam participants showcases their star power. The discussion also touches on the evolution of moonsault techniques, notable matchups like LA Knight and Logan Paul, and the intricate storytelling that shapes wrestling dynamics. Fans can look forward to an exciting upcoming trip to Cleveland, fostering connections with the wrestling community.

David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing AEW Dynamite: Blood and Guts and the following: Mark Briscoe makes his mark in the Blood and Guts match (4:04) Jack Perry takes an unprotected chair shot to the head (17:57) Kamille debuts and assists Mercedes Moné (30:30) MJF introduces the American Championship to replace the International Championship (34:39) Then they recap WWE 'Raw' as we get closer to SummerSlam: Seth Rollins is set to be the special guest referee for CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre (45:00) CM Punk’s value in WWE even though he's not wrestling (54:10) Then they close the show with Sell or No Sell and talk about some of the trending stories in pro wrestling and a huge Fanatics Fest announcement (68:10)!Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices