

The Ringer Wrestling Show
The Ringer
‘The Ringer Wrestling Show’ brings you instant reactions to the biggest matches, breakdowns of the hottest feuds, and analysis of all the latest gossip in the wild world of professional wrestling. Join "The Masked Man" David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters for a podcast feed that redefines what it means to be a wrestling fan.
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Aug 11, 2023 • 52min
The Varvatos Suit Contest Episode | Cheap Heat
On this special Friday Something, Rosenberg finally gets to your submissions for the Varvatos Suit contest. Let’s just say … they’re maj. Plus, a little mailbag, and a dive into Troy the Goy’s subconscious.Happy birthday hip hop.Host: Peter RosenbergProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 10, 2023 • 1h 8min
‘SummerSlam’ Fallout | The Masked Man Show
David and Kaz are back to reflect on another hectic week in the world of professional wrestling. Today’s topics include:
‘Dynamite’ reactions, including RVD’s in-ring AEW debut (07:00)
LA Knight’s SummerSlam follow-up (35:00)
Nakamura igniting a new feud with Seth Rollins (48:30)
Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Christian John Bradley and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 9, 2023 • 1h 15min
Will Roman Reigns Hold the Title for Three More Years? Plus, Grading Triple H’s First Year | Wednesday Worldwide
Brian is back with a recap of 'SummerSlam' and an epic birthday trip to NYC. Then he, Ben, and Khal discuss the 24th anniversary of Chris Jericho’s epic WWE debut. Afterward, they discuss the following headlines:
Roman Reigns’s title reign will end whenever he and Paul Heyman say so (6:10)
Nia Jax is considering a return to WWE (15:50)
AEW 'Collision' was destroyed in head-to-head ratings vs. 'SummerSlam' (20:24)
Later, in They Said What?!, they react to Dip’s take on Ronda Rousey (29:10), and a hot take from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline about WWE’s current record-breaking title reigns (41:28).After the break, they grade Triple H’s first year as the head of creative (53:38).The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (66:58) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (68:44).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.Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 8, 2023 • 1h 4min
’SummerSlam’ Reaction: LA Knight Gets His Storyline, Hulk Logan, and Ronda Rousey’s Rocky WWE Run Comes to an End | Cheap Heat
Back from a thrilling weekend in Detroit, Rosenberg welcomes his pals Dip and SGG (from his new home studio, which has some kinks that need to be worked out) to discuss the following on today’s episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast:
WWE’s signing of Brian Pillman Jr. (7:40)
Rumors that Ronda Rousey’s time with WWE is over and the guys’ thoughts on ways Rousey’s career could have gone so much better (10:31)
The mounting list of serious injuries for some of WWE’s biggest stars like Sami Zayn, Liv Morgan, Kevin Owens, and Roman Reigns (15:08)
A commentary on WWE’s evolution since Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip were teenagers (19:58)
Thoughts on this past weekend’s ’SummerSlam’ and the storylines that stood out most regarding LA Knight, Logan Paul, and more (27:26)
Plus, Black Power Rankings (46:43) and anticipation builds for the suit contest.Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, DipProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 7, 2023 • 1h 9min
The Bloodline Story Takes Another Turn. Plus, Cody Rhodes Earns Brock Lesnar’s respect at SummerSlam. | The Masked Man Show
David, Kaz, and Brian discuss the most watched SummerSlam in history! They break down the card, including:
The next chapter of the Bloodline after Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso (8:03)
Cody Rhodes earns Brock Lesnar’s respect (20:46)
LA Knight gets the biggest pop of the night (29:50)
What’s next for Finn Bálor (47:01)
Iyo Sky cashes in her Money in the Bank contract (57:30)
Plus, AEW 'Collision' highlights and unbooked matches from this incredible fight weekend (61:03).Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling.We are also on Instagram and Threads.Hosts: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, and Brian H. WatersProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 5, 2023 • 1h 12min
’Heels’ Season 2, Episode 2 Review
David and Ben return as they recap the second episode of this season titled, ‘The Journey Is the Obstacle’ (03:25). They discuss Jack Spade’s continued struggles with balancing his wrestling career and personal life, the hope for Staci’s character to remain independent, where Crystal’s story line will go from here, and more. Also, they take a step behind the curtain as they are joined by the episode’s director, Peter Segal (42:38). They discuss how his past work in comedy contributes to the series, the wrestling lingo, the difficulties he faced while shooting the show, as well as the process of shooting the episode’s match with Jack and Crystal.Hosts: David Shoemaker and Ben LindberghGuest: Peter SegalProducer: Jessie LopezAdditional Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 4, 2023 • 1h 3min
The Mount Rushmore of Managers, Dip’s ’SummerSlam’ Picks, and a BIG Contest Update! | Cheap Heat
After opening the podcast with a Misshattan check-in and a geography lesson, Rosenberg and Dip discuss the following on today’s episode:
A new wrinkle to the suit contest that’s much more inclusive (12:10)
The new Cody Rhodes documentary (26:30)
Whether Paul Heyman or Bobby Heenan is the GOAT of professional wrestling managers (27:22)
Why Rosenberg thinks we’re on the verge of a MJF babyface run (51:02)
And the guys take a peek into mailbag (55:08)! You don't want to miss it.Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, DipProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 3, 2023 • 1h 14min
‘SummerSlam’ Preview | The Masked Man Show
David and Kaz are back to guide you through another loaded week of professional wrestling with a plethora of predictions and reactions to all things happening in the squared circle. Today’s topics include:-the latest in the world of Vince McMahon controversy (06:00)-Adam Cole vs. MJF being made official for ‘All In’ (10:00)-‘SummerSlam’ predictions (26:00)Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem FamuyideProducer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 2, 2023 • 1h 12min
The Elite Re-Sign With AEW and Is Paul Heyman the GOAT? Plus, Booker T’s Main Event Mafia Take | Wednesday Worldwide
Happy SummerSlam week! Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off the show with their favorite SummerSlam memories and then celebrate the 31st anniversary of Ron Simmons winning the WCW World Heavyweight Championship. Afterward, they discuss the following headlines:
The Elite signing new multi-year contracts with AEW (7:16)
Paul Heyman claiming he is the greatest manager of all time (14:30)
Booker T saying Main Event Mafia should have been as big as NWO and DX (24:44)
Later, in They Said What?!, they get into an epic debate about Peter Rosenberg’s opinion on Roman Reigns and Jey Uso not being the “A story” heading into SummerSlam (32:32).After the break, they react to a few hot takes from the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline, including actors crossing over to WWE during the SAG-AFTRA strike, and Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams potentially going their separate ways (46:23).The crew closes the show with highlights from NXT (61:25) and a preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (63:53).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.Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. WatersProducer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 1, 2023 • 57min
'SummerSlam’ Picks and What Should Happen with LA Knight. Plus, A Very Special ‘Cheap Heat’ Contest! | Cheap Heat
As the days wind down to WWE’s massive ’SummerSlam’ event in Detroit, Rosenberg and SGG discuss the following on today’s episode:
Rosenberg’s announcement regarding a special ‘Cheap Heat’ contest and how you can enter for a chance to win a MAJ prize (11:57)
Just a few weeks into their marriage, Misshattan has already left Rosenberg (15:45)
The Battle Royal match that Rosenberg and SGG spend way too much time talking about (27:46)
An all-MMA rules matchup between Ronda Rousey and Shayna Baszler and what the heck that even means (33:53)
If Logan Paul has any chance of finishing his match quickly in Detroit so he can hop on a jet to go support his brother Jake in his boxing fight in Dallas (40:00)
Plus, there’s something going on backstage with LA Knight and Troy The Goy has a new book! If you wish to pre-order his wacky self-improvement book, “Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties,” you can get the paperback on Barnes & Noble or the e-book on Amazon.Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg HydeProducer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


