The Ringer Wrestling Show

David and Kaz look at this weekend’s NXT Battleground. They discuss the WWE-TNA working relationship and the following: The possibility of Jordynne Grace defeating Roxanne for the NXT Women’s Title (10:02) Trick Williams and Black wrestlers in pro wrestling today versus the past (18:55) Ethan Page’s chances of defeating Trick Williams for the NXT Title (26:50) In or Out on long-term title reigns (37:14) They also discuss MJF’s return on AEW Dynamite (58:04) and a few things trending in wrestling news (66:46).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

On a special bonus episode of 'Ringer Wrestling Worldwide,' Ben, Khal, and Brian welcome NXT’s Jaida Parker ahead of her ladder match for the inaugural NXT women's North American championship. She discusses the following: Preparing for her first ladder match (4:26) Her feud with Michin (5:40) “Black Forces Energy” (13:48) Which futbol team she supports (20:16) For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160.Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuest: Jaida ParkerProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer’s Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by Ringer Wrestling tribal chief David Shoemaker to react to last night’s episode of ‘Raw’ and a whole lot more. But before they dive into Raw Is Headlines, Ben tells the guys about his time at the Big Time Wrestling indie show in the Bay Area. Then, they discuss Ludwig Kaiser’s potential, whether Bron Breakker, Braun Strowman, or Otis will have a better calendar year, and Jey Uso’s quest to win ‘Money in the Bank.’ Then, in They Said What?!, the guys listen to a hot take from Kaz on yesterday’s ‘Masked Man Show.’ Plus, the crew takes a call about the fallout of the latest WWE draft.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) Ben’s time at an indie show (01:28) Ludwig Kaiser’s ceiling (05:55) Better calendar year: Bron Breakker, Braun Strowman, or Otis? (15:34) Jey Uso to win ‘MITB’? (25:55) They Said What?! (33:38) Ringer Wrestling hotline call (44:58) The Hot Tag with David Shoemaker (54:03) ‘NXT’ preview (01:00:32) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuest: David ShoemakerProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: When you look back 20 years from now, who would have had a better NFL career, Brock Lesnar with the Vikings or Gable Steveson with the Bills? (0:35)?David and Kaz look back at the weekend to discuss the following: Kaz’s commentary at Sukeban (5:22) AJ Styles faking his retirement and his continuing feud with Cody Rhodes (8:25) Roman returning and potentially uniting with Cody Rhodes (15:51) Mark Henry not wanting to be the WWE champion after his fake retirement (23:20) WWE’s upcoming free agents: Who is staying and who is leaving (31:34)? They are then joined by NXT champion, Trick Williams, who discusses the following: Working with Sexyy Red (59:00) Ethan Page skipping the line (67:30) Shawn Michaels's Instagram explore page (72:56) Potential crossover matches with TNA Wrestling (77:50) Being Black in pro wrestling right now (80:50) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideGuest: Trick WilliamsProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: What kind of gimmick match would Kaz challenge Paul Pierce in?David and Kaz recap a wild crossover week in pro wrestling, including: Mercedes Moné's first match on AEW Dynamite (7:14) Adam Copeland fractures his tibia and vacates the TNT title (11:16) A Marty Jannetty story you will not hear anywhere else (17:50) Which wrestlers you would NOT want your daughter dating (20:50) Jordynne Grace shows up on NXT (26:54) Sexyy Red makes an appearance on NXT (30:11) Ethan Page says he is not signed to WWE after coming on NXT (33:57) Christopher Daniels is a new AEW on-screen authority figure (47:11) Bron Breakker’s rampage crosses over from his college football days (48:40) Response to critics of the Liv Morgan–Dominik Mysterio kiss (59:47) 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

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by 'Ringer Wrestling' Tribal Chief David Shoemaker on this post-Raw Tuesday to discuss a number of important matters, beginning with an essential question: Why won’t Gunther wear the King of the Ring crown? Then, in Raw Is Headlines, the guys talk about Becky Lynch’s contract status and if and when the fan favorite will make her return to the ring. Meanwhile, with The Man and Rhea Ripley gone for the foreseeable future, who will lead Raw’s women’s division? After that, the guys talk about last night’s kiss between Dom Mysterio and Liv Morgan, which leads to the debut of The Ringer’s Official Infidelity Expert on the program. Plus, Ben asks the guys about their heavyweight championship power rankings in a post-SummerSlam world.And in They Said What?!, the guys take questions about how to get your kids into wrestling, as well as a possible WWE-UFC crossover.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: Gunther and the crown (00:00) Becky Lynch’s future (12:10) The women’s division (22:24) Liv Morgan kisses Dom Mysterio (26:02) Heavyweight rankings (36:58) They Said What?! (47:24) The Hot Tag with 'The Masked Man' (59:24) NXT preview (01:04:48) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuest: David ShoemakerProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: Of all the pro wrestlers who worked this weekend in AEW and WWE, who is the Jamaal Magloire (0:40)?David and Kaz dive into this Memorial Day weekend, which was full of pro wrestling, recapping the following from AEW Double or Nothing and WWE King and Queen: The Anarchy Rules match (10:250) Adam Copeland continues to win (17:31) Should MJF’s return have been saved for AEW Dynamite (27:13)? Fans' reception to Mercedes Moné as the TBS Champion (35:06) Drew McIntyre vs. Gunther at SummerSlam (41:53)? Is Sami Zayn a top five wrestler of the past decade (45:34)? Potential custody for Dominik match between Liv Morgan and Rhea Ripley (53:11)? Looking back at how Triple H put Cody Rhodes in as quarterback of WWE (63:23) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kazeem are joined by WWE Hall of Famer Mike Rotunda. He comes on to celebrate the legacy of his son, the late Windham Rotunda a.k.a. Bray Wyatt, who would have been 37 today. They discuss many things about said legend, including: Windham’s love of horror films (5:00) The first time Windham won the WWE title (17:47) Windham getting in trouble with Pat Patterson as a child (34:0r0) They close out the show with official predictions for AEW Double or Nothing (45:54) and WWE King and Queen of the Ring (1:29:1r0)Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideGuest: Mike RotundaProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters are joined by Ringer Wrestling's tribal chief, David Shoemaker, on today’s episode. Their conversation begins with calling The Rock’s ridiculously large muscles into question. Then, in the debut of ‘Raw’ Is Headlines (the repackaged Highspot Headlines segment), the Ringer Wrestling crew debates who should hold the Intercontinental title next, Bron Breakker’s violent Monday night performance, Lyra Valkyria punching her ticket to the Queen of the Ring finals, and more. The guys later take a very unusual chicken wing sauce–based question in They Said What?! And, to close things out, the guys look ahead toward tonight’s ’NXT.’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) The Rock’s appearance (01:30) Intercontinental title debate (06:36) Bron Breakker on ‘Raw’ (16:24) Lyra Valkyria advances (23:20) They Said What?! (36:14) ‘NXT’ preview (50:42) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersGuest: David ShoemakerProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kazeem open the show with a few WWE-NBA comparisons for a few of the stars left in the playoffs.Then they get into the following: How the WWE King of the Ring brackets unfolded (12:11) Cody Rhodes's revelation of the original WrestleMania XL plans (26:49) Then they are joined by Dominik Mysterio, who discusses the following: His connection to the Guerrero family (36:30) Watching Eddie Guerrero vs. Rey Mysterio Jr. ringside (40:08) Addressing Liv Morgan’s mind games (44:48) They close out the show by discussing the Queen of the Ring, Cody Rhodes and Logan Paul, AEW Double or Nothing (50:32), and more.Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideGuest: Dominik MysterioProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices