Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam 2022 again delivered strong action and a couple surprises as NXT focused on rebranding and transitioning its product. Host Adam Silverstein dives into everything that went down across both brands this week starting with extended analysis and grades of the AEW Dynamite: Grand Slam results [3:55]. "The Silver King" looks at Jon Moxley outlasting Bryan Danielson, a far-too-heavy focus on MJF, the debut of Saraya (WWE's Paige) and the decisions to strap up Chris Jericho and The Acclaimed. Adam then moves to NXT [45:10] where topics include the convoluted booking of Solo Sikoa's North American championship storyline, Ilja Dragunov's surprise return, plans for Carmelo Hayes, Toxic Attraction's future and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE is running hot with three premium live events over the next two months. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini waste no time jumping into The Main Event to analyze the booking of Roman Reigns vs. Logan Paul at WWE Crown Jewel [6:30], how The Bloodline has become an epic long-term storyline [31:55] and the positives and negatives of Triple H transitioning to WWE Survivor Series: WarGames for the first time [49:30]. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then lead off The Good, The Bad and The Ugly by diving into the "White Rabbit" teases and whether they indicate the forthcoming return of Bray Wyatt [1:02:25]. Other topics include: Matt Riddle vs. Seth Rollins in the Fight Pit at WWE Extreme Rules, Bobby Lashley's United States championship run, the development of Damage CTRL and Judgment Day, Finn Balor confronting AJ Styles and the improving tag team division. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Change is coming to NXT and AEW with host Adam Silverstein here to break it all down across an in-depth episode covering the happenings across both brands. "The Silver King" begins with NXT [3:20] where a white-and-gold rebrand appears to be on the horizon following a tremendous one-year anniversary of the NXT 2.0 product. On that show, a surprise appearance from Solo Sikoa led to a notable title change, the women were heavily featured and numerous storylines built on the road to Halloween Havoc. Adam next dives into AEW Dynamite's build to Grand Slam [37:25], including the Jon Moxley vs. Bryan Danielson final, MJF's focus on Mox, Stokely Hathaway's introduction of The Firm, odd creative for the tag team division and extremely disappointing women's booking. Plus: Rampage's focus on Ring of Honor and Miro's return to purgatory. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE set its course for Extreme Rules as creative across SmackDown and Raw left a bit to be desired for the first time in the Triple H era. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with The Main Event [15:20] as they discuss the overlooked bright side of Roman Reigns' extended title run, Pat McAfee's decision to take a break for ESPN's "College GameDay" and Triple H setting the record straight on numerous topics. The guys then move to The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [55:00] where topics include Solo Sikoa's main roster debut, what the future holds for Drew McIntyre and Karrion Kross, Johnny Gargano's debut match, Kevin Owens' promo of the year contender, Bobby Lashley injecting himself between Seth Rollins and Matt Riddle, extensive issues with women's booking, usage of Judgment Day and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

The fallout from a controversial and chaotic AEW All Out continues as AEW has been forced to vacate two newly won titles and suspend nearly a dozen wrestlers and personnel. Host Adam Silverstein opens by diving into AEW's on- and off-screen decisions [3:45], including Tony Khan's actions/inactions, details about the backstage brawl involving CM Punk, plans to crown new champions, the return of MJF, Jon Moxley's passionate promo, what the future holds for Kenny Omega, the Young Bucks and others, and everything that went down on AEW Dynamite. "The Silver King" then breaks down the latest episode of NXT [38:10] as the brand resets following NXT Worlds Collide and the closure of NXT UK. Bron Breakker and Mandy Rose are both awaiting formal challengers in a disappointing main event picture, while the midcard remains strong with big names like Meiko Satomura, Ricochet, Doudrop and Nikki A.S.H. still taking residence at the WWE Performance Center. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

A wild year in professional wrestling continued following one of the busiest weekends of the year with WWE coming off Clash at the Castle and AEW following All Out with a controversial, headline-making press conference. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini begin with a detailed look AEW's major problem with not only CM Punk but owner Tony Khan following an appalling set of words and actions taken Sunday night [4:00]. "The Silver King" and Vintage" then dive into the latest in the world of WWE [46:15], including last-chance thoughts on Clash at the Castle, Braun Strowman making a surprise return on Raw, Ronda Rousey's future booking, Rhea Ripley making a man out of Dominik Mysterio, a surprisingly awesome Viking Rules match, problems with the tag team division, a big moment for Bianca Belair, a potential Sasha Banks and Naomi return, Dexter Lumis, Johnny Gargano, Kevin Owens and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Just minutes after a busy Sunday in the world of professional wrestling concluded, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convened to break down the results of AEW All Out and NXT Worlds Collide with Getting Over's signature instant analysis. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" cover each match on the cards with grades for the in-ring action and predictions going forward for the brands and their wrestlers. The guys open with AEW All Out [7:05] where Jon Moxley and CM Punk battled in a controversial match for the AEW title, an inaugural trios champion and interim women's champion were crowned, The Acclaimed made a splash and a surprise return contributed to an lackluster card. Adam then evaluates NXT Worlds Collide [1:38:28], which featured three championship unification matches, including a Bron Breakker vs. Tyler Bate banger, another tremendous bout between Carmelo Hayes and Ricochet and an unexpected heel turn on a short yet explosive card. Follow Getting Over on Twitter at @GettingOverCast.

Just minutes after WWE Clash at the Castle went off the air, host Adam Silverstein jumped on the horn to break down WWE Clash at the Castle results with grades for each match and predictions going forward to Extreme Rules and beyond with Getting Over's signature instant analysis. "The Silver King" opens by discussing the booking of Roman Reigns vs. Drew McIntyre for the undisputed WWE universal championship, whether the right man won and what's next for the world titles. Adam then breaks down a big meaty brawl between GUNTHER and Sheamus, Matt Riddle and Seth Rollins putting on a show, a notable heel turn, a surprise main roster debut, the tremendous reception for Edge, what's next for Bianca Belair and Bayley, a thunderous crowd in Cardiff, Wales, and why WWE should make the United Kingdom a more regular stop. Follow Getting Over on Twitter at @GettingOverCast.

AEW took a long, strange trip to book its main event, but AEW All Out 2022 nevertheless returns to Chicago featuring a card stacked to the brim with top wrestling talent. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive into AEW All Out with Getting Over's signature ultimate preview [29:15] breaking down every match with predictions. Did AEW's convoluted storytelling lead to a more or less exciting Jon Moxley vs. CM Punk title match? Will Kenny Omega be crowned with another title shortly after his return? Does AEW finally strap up Toni Storm with Thunder Rosa sidelined? Plus, will there be any surprises, and are more than a dozen matches really necessary? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" answer those questions and more after opening with an overview of AEW booking as of late along with breakdowns from Dynamite and Rampage [3:40]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Despite a truncated build, NXT Worlds Collide 2022 has been made to feel like one of the most important shows in brand history. Host Adam Silverstein takes a deep dive into NXT Worlds Collide with Getting Over's signature ultimate preview [15:45] breaking down every match on the card with predictions. With the NXT, women's and tag team titles all being unified, will any of the NXT UK talent emerge as champions? Bron Breakker and Mandy Rose aim to continue their lengthy reigns, while Tyler Bate, Meiko Satomura and Blair Davenport look to make an impact in the United States. Plus, Carmelo Hayes and Ricochet could steal not just the show but the weekend. "The Silver King" also looks at everything else that went down this week in NXT [5:10]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.