Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast, Adam Silverstein
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Sep 7, 2023 • 56min

AEW: MJF, Samoa Joe, Swerve star | NXT: Becky Lynch visits, Bron Breakker goes wild

AEW largely hit the reset button this week, while NXT is full-steam ahead to its next premium live event. Host Adam Silverstein opens by diving into the fallout from AEW All Out on a strong edition of AEW Dynamite [3:05], including MJF feuding with Samoa Joe and Roderick Strong, Swerve Strickland confronting Hangman Page, Orange Cassidy being propped up and too much focus on Nick Wayne. "The Silver King" then breaks down the week in NXT [28:15] with Becky Lynch planning to face Tiffany Stratton next week, Bron Breakker slamming Von Wagner with steel steps, Ilja Dragunov and Wes Lee both going after Carmelo Hayes, and Dominik Mysterio helping Mustafa Ali beat Dragon Lee. Plus, a detailed look at the conclusion of NJPW G1 Climax 33 [47:20]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 1h 49min

WWE: John Cena returns, Jey Uso to Raw, GUNTHER vs. Chad Gable, CM Punk's future

With WWE Payback in the books and WWE Fastlane ahead, no time was wasted telling intriguing stories focused on John Cena, Jey Uso and Judgment Day. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a second look at WWE Payback featuring Becky Lynch [4:35] before exploring whether a CM Punk reunion with WWE makes any sense [14:45]. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" move to The Main Event [26:50] where they cover Jimmy Uso confronting Cena and getting into it with The Bloodline, Jey Uso debuting on Raw and reconnecting with Sami Zayn, Judgment Day celebrating while evaluating two new members, and a SmackDown trade that may involve Cody Rhodes. The guys then break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [55:50] from the week, led by GUNTHER vs. Chad Gable for the intercontinental title, Seth Rollins' issues with Shinsuke Nakamura persisting, The Miz creating a legendary moment and Charlotte Flair injecting herself into another women's title feud. Plus, The Last Word [1:37:20] and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Sep 4, 2023 • 1h 49min

CM Punk fired | AEW All Out 2023 results, instant analysis, grades, reaction

AEW All Out 2023 exceeded expectations, overdelivering with a show held one week after AEW All Out: London and in the wake of CM Punk exiting the company. Shortly after the show ended, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down AEW All Out results with reactions and grades [4:15] in Getting Over's signature instant analysis episode. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into the three show stealers -- Orange Cassidy vs. Jon Moxley, Kenny Omega vs. Konosuke Takeshita, Bryan Danielson vs. Ricky Starks -- along with the MJF and Samoa Joe stare down. Adam & Chris next dig deep into the firing of CM Punk [1:08:15], including what happened at All In, Tony Khan's role in the controversy, how a termination was always an inevitable outcome and why Punk deserves the lion's share of the blame even if others contributed to the situation. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Sep 3, 2023 • 1h 24min

WWE Payback 2023 results, instant analysis, grades, reaction | John Cena hosts

WWE Payback 2023 overdelivered from Pittsburgh, exceeding expectations that it would be a secondary premium live event -- particularly due to John Cena's presence. Shortly after the show ended, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down WWE Payback results with reactions and grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis episode. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into the elevation of Shinsuke Nakamura vs. Seth Rollins, Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus inside a steel cage being well worth the wait, Judgment Day prevailing in a banger over Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn, Cena hosting and guest refereeing LA Knight vs. The Miz, Cody Rhodes' big announcement involving Jey Uso and title defenses for Rhea Ripley and Rey Mysterio. Plus, what the Payback results mean for WWE going forward. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 1h 27min

AEW All Out 2023 ultimate preview, predictions, card, matches | CM Punk controversy

AEW All Out 2023 should be an interesting show coming just one week after AEW All In: London with CM Punk controversy continuing to swirl. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature AEW All Out ultimate preview breaking down the card with predictions [26:25]. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" take a look at whether booking this show immediately after All In was smart and whether these matches are worthy of a pay-per-view. They also break down Orange Cassidy vs. Jon Moxley, MJF & Adam Cole in tag team action, whether The Elite vs. Bullet Club Gold is ahead and which titles will change hands. But first, Adam dives into the latest involving CM Punk [4:00] and his long-term status with AEW to kick off the show. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Aug 30, 2023 • 38min

NXT: Women shine, Street Profits cameo, Carmelo Hayes shook, Creed Brothers impress

NXT continued its strong run with a stage-setting episode that paved the way for NXT No Mercy. Host Adam Silverstein opens with a. look at more WWE tributes to Bray Wyatt before diving into the latest NXT show, which featured a cameo by the Street Profits. "The Silver King" then discusses Roxanne Perez vs. Gigi Dolan vs. Kianna James vs. Blair Davenport serving as an impressive main event, the Creed Brothers shining in their return, Carmelo Hayes suddenly becoming shook by Ilja Dragunov, Baron Corbin going face-to-face with Bron Breakker, and Mustafa Ali and Dragon Lee both wanting to go after Dominik Mysterio (with Rhea Ripley). Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Aug 29, 2023 • 1h 47min

WWE Payback 2023 ultimate preview, predictions, card, matches | Bray Wyatt tributes

An emotional week for WWE following the deaths of Bray Wyatt and Terry Funk continued with tributes across SmackDown and Raw as go-home storylines resumed for WWE Payback 2023. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Payback ultimate preview [58:05] breaking down the matches with predictions. Will Shinsuke Nakamura shock Seth Rollins or Judgement Day upend Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn for their respective titles? Is Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus feud set to end on a high note? Will Rhea Ripley get back on track against Raquel Rodriguez? Plus, what are the plans for LA Knight and Cody Rhodes? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open by tackling John Cena's return to WWE [7:55] before discussing the tributes for Windham Rotunda [15:22] and looking at The Good, The Bad and The Ugly from SmackDown and Raw [39:23]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Aug 28, 2023 • 1h 49min

AEW All In: London results, instant analysis, grades, reaction: Four title changes

AEW All In: London stands out as a tentpole pay-per-view that may have sent momentum surging upward. Shortly after the show ended, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down AEW All In: London results with reactions and grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis episode. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into AEW's achievement at Wembley Stadium, the booking of MJF vs. Adam Cole, CM Punk stealing headlines after a backstage altercation with Jack Perry, Saraya's special moment, Mercedes Mone teases, Chris Jericho putting over Will Ospreay, the good and bad of Stadium Stampede, Sting impressing once again, four title changes and what this means for AEW going forward. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Aug 25, 2023 • 1h 13min

Remembering Bray Wyatt and Terry Funk: Careers, legacies of two wrestling legends

In a special edition of the show, the careers and legacies of Bray Wyatt and Terry Funk are remembered following their deaths. Host Adam Silverstein, co-host Chris Vannini and special guest Jack Crosby take a deep dive into Windham Rotunda. From his debut as Husky Harris to his final Uncle Howdy storyline, Wyatt's creative genius and remarkable persona are remembered with a focus on Wyatt as cult leader of The Wyatt Family with Luke Harper and Erick Rowan, his multitude of high-profile WrestleMania matches, the transition into The Fiend, the uniqueness of the Firefly Fun House match with John Cena and why his legacy will endure long after his passing. Adam and Jack then take a trip down memory lane discussing one of the greatest wrestlers of all-time in Funk. From his legendary feud with Ric Flair to becoming a tentpole that helped create ECW under Paul Heyman to his run alongside close friend Mick Foley (as Cactus Jack) in WWF, Funk left a lasting image of what it truly means to be a professional wrestler. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.
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Aug 24, 2023 • 2h 7min

AEW All In: London ultimate preview, predictions, card, matches | MJF vs. Adam Cole

AEW All In: London promises to be a spectacle as AEW visits Wembley Stadium with more than 80,000 fans in attendance. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature AEW All In: London ultimate preview breaking down the card with predictions [18:00]. The guys take a look at AEW's achievement, the decision to book All Out the following week and the overall booking leading into the show. Will the friendship between MJF and Adam Cole last, will one turn heel and how will their two championship matches transpire? Does Will Ospreay get his huge moment against Chris Jericho? Will the trios match with Kenny Omega and Jay White steal the show? Is it possible Sting calls it a career? How many title changes should be expected? Plus, will there be any surprises? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" answer all of that and more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

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