The Ringer Wrestling Show

On today’s episode, Dave and Kaz discuss: Pro wrestling free agency (07:07) Where MJF will land when his AEW contract expires next year (18:30) Whether WWE should sign CM Punk (31:56) A match-by-match breakdown of Crown Jewel (34:52) Plus, which pro wrestler would fare best in the New York City Marathon?Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A much happier Dip joins Rosenberg on today’s Friday Something! Today, the guys discuss how MJF is carrying AEW, Ric Flair’s new deal with AEW, the big differences between AEW and WWE, tomorrow’s 'Crown Jewel' matchups, and more. Stay maj.TOPICS: Intro (00:00) Peter and Troy’s takes on Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou (07:40) AEW riding the MJF wave (12:41) Reaction to Ric Flair’s AEW deal and what it could look like (15:00) WWE ‘Crown Jewel’ in Saudi Arabia on Saturday (26:23) An addition to Mt. Schlumpmore (32:44) Rosenberg’s next album name (40:00) Mailbag (45:36) Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, DipProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing another big announcement from Tony Khan (03:00).Then they discuss the following:MJF teaming with Acclaimed to face Bullet Club Gold (06:00)Whether or not "scissoring" has crossed over to the mainstream (16:30)The next round of NXT call-ups (18:00)WWE Crown Jewel predictions (35:00)Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Jonathan Kermah and Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian kick things off by discussing Triple H inviting 76ers star Joel Embiid to WrestleMania after he was fined for his most recent (and fantastic) crotch-chop celebration (1:06).Then they tap into the following headlines: MJF becoming the longest-reigning AEW Champion (7:58) Eric Bischoff’s comments on WWE not needing CM Punk (22:54) Plans for Karrion Kross after Crown Jewel (32:53) Later, in They Said What?!, the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline heats up with scorching takes and fantasy booking ideas, including adding Randy Orton to disrupt Cody’s story, the most diabolical moments in wrestling history, and more (40:33).Last, they talk through last night’s NXT (63:30) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (66:18).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 videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads and X.Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersProducer: Brian H. WatersThis week @CruzKontrol, @khal and @Brianhwaters grade MJF’s record-setting AEW Title run, discuss whether or not there are any holes in WWE and react to scorching takes on the Worldwide Hotline including what’s a bigger win, ending Taker’s streak or dethroning Roman! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip are back this week in full force on this spooky edition of 'Cheap Heat'! They discuss the following: The wrestling is great sign on 'Monday Night Raw' (5:29) SGG shares a wrestling fan interaction story (7:35) How 'Friday Night SmackDown' felt like “something going on” (10:59) WWE Crown Jewel preview (13:13) MJF vs. Omega recap (21:35) Then they respond to some of the mailbag questions (31:38) To bid on the 'Cheap Heat' anniversary auction, visit this link.Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads.Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, and Bryan DipersteinProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the show by discussing the Wikipedia “fake” results of WWE Crown Jewel (3:30).Then they get into the following from pro wrestling over the weekend: LA Knight looking like he belongs in the ring with Roman Reigns (5:07) MJF and Kenny Omega’s title match on AEW 'Collision' (16:15) Who would you take on your draft board, MJF or LA Knight (20:47)? Who will be MJF’s three partners for the eight-man tag match (23:41)? WWE 'Monday Night Raw' preview (33:19) Later, Kaz speaks with Mr. Stone ahead of his big match at Halloween Havoc with Bron Breakker. They discuss the following: Being recognized in the gym before his match (39:30) Getting back in the ring after managing for years (41:36) The feud with Bron Breakker being Attitude Era–like (43:45) Why Bron Breakker shouldn’t underestimate him (50:47) What is the most rewarding part of the Performance Center (58:55) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideGuest: Mr. StoneProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg is joined by the host and producer of 'Wednesday Worldwide,' Brian H. Waters, for the Friday Something of 'Cheap Heat'! They tap into the following: MJF’s title defense against Kenny Omega on AEW Collision this Saturday (00:00) Rosenberg’s response to David and Kaz calling cap on Adam Cole (21:53)! Ric Flair’s appearance on AEW Dynamite as Sting’s gift (25:26) LA Knight’s showdown with Roman Reigns (35:36) They also have some special run-ins with Brian Mann and Dip to chime in on these topics!To bid on the 'Cheap Heat' anniversary auction, visit this link.Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads.Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Brian H. WatersProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David kicks off the show with the Cold Open Question of the Week: Who is the Victor Wembanyama of pro wrestling (0:30)?Then the guys discuss the following from the world of pro wrestling: Which pro wrestler they would love to hang out with (8:53) More WWE International PLEs (12:41) Kenny Omega vs. MJF on the horizon (16:28) Ric Flair making his AEW debut as a gift to Sting (23:05) NXT Halloween Havoc recap (32:06) A Swerve invasion (41:36) What are the odds Judgment Day sides with Drew or Seth after Crown Jewel (49:34)? Who is the NBA comp to Will Ospreay? Wrestling theme music that makes the workout playlist (60:02) Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads and X.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Brian H. Waters and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show by discussing Bad Bunny hosting 'SNL' (1:24). Then they tap into the following headlines:Randy Orton likely returning at Survivor Series (3:50)WWE being “very interested” in Will Ospreay (14:47)Raw vs. SmackDown not currently being the plan for Survivor Series (23:50)Later, in “They Said What?!," they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for a plethora of takes, including ones about booking LA Knight for a World Heavyweight Championship run, Roman Reigns passing Hulk Hogan and Bruno Sammartino’s records, Dominik Mysterio as world champion, and a needed change for Montez Ford. (32:39)Last, they talk through last night’s 'NXT' (56:27) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (58:07).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 videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads and X.Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate the show’s 10th anniversary, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip have quite the announcement in store on today’s show. But before that, they get into some pro wrestling by discussing a maj way that LA Knight could beat Roman Reigns, the two things LA Knight must do to get on Dip’s good side, the latest with Imperium, and WarGames matchups on the horizon. Rosenberg also berates Dip for his lack of travel, Troy the Goy accidentally reveals just how white and uncultured he is, and is Dip the LA Knight of the podcast?TOPICS: Intro (00:00) All roads lead to LA Knight vs. Roman Reigns at WWE Crown Jewel (05:40) How LA Knight could beat Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 40 (08:12) Logan Paul vs. Rey Mysterio last night (16:37) What’s going on with Imperium? (18:42) The ‘Cheap Heat’ 10th anniversary auction and how you can help support a great cause. Visit this link for more information. (34:32) Mailbag (50:50) Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and DipProducers: Brian H. Waters and Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices