

Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast
Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast, Adam Silverstein
Award-winning analysis of pro wrestling with breakdowns of WWE, NXT, AEW and beyond. Plus, instant analysis of pay-per-views, news coverage and major interviews. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini pull back the curtain addressing the hottest topics and most controversial developments while putting the highs and lows of sports entertainment in context every week.
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Jul 4, 2023 • 1h 48min
WWE: Roman Reigns falters, Brock Lesnar returns, Judgment Day cracks, SummerSlam builds
WWE turned its focus to SummerSlam after Money in the Bank as it builds what already appears to be an exciting card. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take the temperature of WWE nearly a year into Triple H's creative reign before delivering Money in the Bank fallout [12:50], including booking the damn territory for Roman Reigns and The Bloodline. Next is The Main Event [44:30] where the guys focus on Brock Lesnar returning to confront Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins' ongoing battle with Judgment Day, which is beginning to show cracks. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then move to The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [57:20] focusing on Asuka vs. Charlotte Flair vs. Bianca Belair starting ice cold, Rhea Ripley shining, strong builds for Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus and Ronda Rousey vs. Shayna Baszler, Ricochet challenging Logan Paul and much more. Plus, the early SummerSlam card and the return of The Last Word [1:38:15]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jul 2, 2023 • 1h 40min
WWE Money in the Bank 2023 results, instant reaction, grades, analysis: Two returns
WWE continued a summer filled with bangers by delivering a tremendous 2023 WWE Money in the Bank premium live event from London. Just minutes after the show ended, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down WWE Money in the Bank results with analysis and grades in Getting Over's signature instant reaction episode. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into the Bloodline Civil War and a landmark moment for Roman Reigns, surprise returns of John Cena and Drew McIntyre, the results of the Money in the Bank matches, Logan Paul's impact, Seth Rollins vs. Finn Balor falling short of expectations and whether London is indeed deserving of a WrestleMania. Plus, a major title change and what Saturday's results mean for WWE SummerSlam next month. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 29, 2023 • 47min
AEW: Bryan Danielson breaks arm; MJF, Adam Cole make nice; Blood & Guts 2023 set
With AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door in the rear-view mirror, AEW is focused on not only All In but now All Out and a Blood & Guts TV special. Host Adam Silverstein opens the show with some brief fallout from Forbidden Door, notably Bryan Danielson's broken arm, before looking at how Collision and Dynamite differed this week. Next, "The Silver King" breaks down all three AEW shows, including MJF and Adam Cole making nice in hilarious segments, the absurdity of the tag team blind eliminator tournament, The Elite vs. Blackpool Combat Club set for Blood & Guts, obvious blading by Hangman Page and Chris Jericho, Sting's disastrous table spot, the latest from CM Punk, Jungle Boy's heel turn and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 28, 2023 • 34min
NXT Gold Rush: Carmelo Hayes shines, Lone Wolf returns, loser leaves town intrigues
The NXT Gold Rush two-week special wrapped up with another stellar episode mixing NXT talent with main roster stars. Host Adam Silverstein opens with an extended look at Carmelo Hayes' sterling NXT title defense against Baron Corbin, who thankfully returned to his Lone Wolf gimmick, and what the future holds for both superstars. "The Silver King" then dives into Bron Breakker's ultimatum for Shawn Michaels, Rhea Ripley's cameo, Thea Hail challenging Tiffany Stratton, the Nathan Frazer vs. Dragon Lee banger, an intriguing Loser Leaves NXT stipulation, plans for Gable Steveson, the return of Andre Chase and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 27, 2023 • 2h 13min
WWE Money in the Bank 2023 ultimate preview, predictions, card, matches
With major signature matches and plenty of star power ahead, 2023 WWE Money in the Bank features a strong card in London with SummerSlam approaching. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature WWE Money in the Bank ultimate preview [55:30] breaking down the matches with predictions. Are IYO SKY and either LA Knight or Logan Paul the favorites to win the briefcases? What will happen in the Bloodline Civil War with Roman Reigns, Solo Sikoa and The Usos? Does Finn Balor have a chance to take Seth Rollins' world heavyweight title? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with a discussion about the latest in the world of WWE before moving to The Main Event [16:45] were a lacking Bloodline story headlines. The guys then cover the rest of SmackDown and Raw in The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [32:30] and wrap with an insightful edition of The Last Word [2:03:35]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 26, 2023 • 43min
AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2023 results, instant reaction, grades, PPV matches
Coming together for the second time, AEW and NJPW presented Forbidden Door 2023 with Kenny Omega vs. Will Ospreay stealing the show. Just minutes after the PPV ended, host Adam Silverstein dropped everything to break down AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door results with analysis and grades in Getting Over's signature instant reaction episode. "The Silver King" dives into why Bryan Danielson vs. Kazuchika Okada was a surprising disappointment and how Omega vs. Ospreay presented yet another five-star match despite a controversial finish. Adam also looks at the Elite vs. Blackpool Combat Club story, problems with MJF vs. Hiroshi Tanahashi, Jungle Boy's heel turn, Sting's struggles and CM Punk's first singles match since returning. Plus, what do Sunday's results mean for AEW All In? Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 22, 2023 • 1h 5min
AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2023 ultimate preview, card, predictions, PPV matches
AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2023 promises dream matches in the second annual meeting of the promotions. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive with Getting Over's signature AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door ultimate preview breaking down the card with predictions [24:15]. Will it be Bryan Danielson or Kazuchika Okada reigning in the main event, and what's in store for Kenny Omega with Will Ospreay getting help from Don Callis? Do world title matches of MJF vs. Hiroshi Tanahashi and SANADA vs. Jungle Boy raise the rent? And are talents like CM Punk, Jon Moxley, Adam Cole, Chris Jericho and Sting being utilized properly on the card? Plus, will Mercedes Mone show up? The guys also cover everything that went down across Dynamite and Rampage this week [4:35]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 21, 2023 • 1h 16min
NXT Gold Rush: Seth Rollins defends | WWE's Samantha Irvin stops by for a conversation
WWE ring announcer Samantha Irvin joins Getting Over for an exclusive interview detailing her rise as a fan favorite in WWE. Samantha joins with host Adam Silverstein for an extended conversation [29:00] that dives into her singing career, life as a WWE superfan, how she got her break in WWE and the unique process she employs to create ring announcements for stars from Roman Reigns to GUNTHER to Chelsea Green. "The Silver King" also breaks down Night 1 of the two-week NXT Gold Rush special [3:05], including Seth Rollins defending his world heavyweight championship against Bron Breakker, Finn Balor becoming an ultimate hater, Baron Corbin stepping up against Carmelo Hayes, Gable Steveson making his NXT debut, an unsuccessful effort for Dana Brooke and Mustafa Ali's unique role as special guest referee. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 20, 2023 • 1h 37min
WWE: Jey Uso pulls trigger on Roman Reigns, Logan Paul enters Money in the Bank match
The build to WWE Money in the Bank 2023 continued with a Bloodline Civil War set after Jey Uso pulled the trigger on Roman Reigns. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini center The Main Event on the complete implosion of The Bloodline [6:05], including Jey's character work, long-term implications and a look at how the greatest storyline in professional wrestling history may conclude. Plus, why is Reigns now carrying three titles? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then move to The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [34:20] where they break down Finn Balor destroying Seth Rollins, Cody Rhodes linking with Kevin Owens & Sami Zayn against Judgment Day, Dominik Mysterio's heat, Raquel Rodriguez losing to Trish Stratus (thanks to Becky Lynch) but stepping to Rhea Ripley, Logan Paul entering the men's Money in the Bank match, Bianca Belair and Charlotte Flair overlooking Asuka, the return of Tommaso Ciampa and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Jun 18, 2023 • 33min
CM Punk returns again on AEW Collision debut: Instant reaction
CM Punk returned professional wrestling on the debut episode of AEW Collision, making his first appearance since his controversial exit following All Out. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open this special instant reaction episode by breaking down CM Punk's return promo and his main event match with FTR against Bullet Club and Samoa Joe. The guys also discuss the returns of Andrade El Idolo and Miro, how AEW should handle a roster split, whether the commentary team needs Jim Ross and Luchasaurus winning the TNT title off Wardlow. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.


