

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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Mar 6, 2023 • 1h 27min
AEW Revolution 2023 results, instant analysis, grades, reaction: Two title changes
2023 AEW Revolution featured an epic Iron Man Match as MJF defended the AEW world title against Bryan Danielson in a battle that will be remembered for quite some time. Just minutes after the show went off the air, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down AEW Revolution results with reactions and grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into the main event booking, what's ahead after Hangman Page vs. Jon Moxley in a Texas Death Match, the futures of Ricky Starks and Jack Perry, Ruby Soho's decision, FTR's return, two title changes and much more. Plus, is CM Punk on his way back to AEW? Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Mar 2, 2023 • 1h 17min
AEW Revolution 2023 ultimate preview, predictions, PPV card, matches
AEW's first pay-per-view of 2023 has arrived with AEW Revolution featuring a huge Iron Man Match between MJF and Bryan Danielson along with a number of intriguing matches that should make for an interesting card. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive into Revolution with Getting Over's signature ultimate preview [24:00] breaking down every match and storyline with predictions. Will Danielson overcome MJF? Will Hangman Page get past Jon Moxley in a Texas Death Match? Will either of the tag team titles change hands? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" answer all of that and more on this special show after breaking down everything else from the week in AEW [3:45]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Mar 1, 2023 • 37min
NXT delivers before Roadblock | Mercedes Moné wins title, Jay White leaves NJPW
NXT delivered arguably its best episode in years at the perfect time with the Roadblock TV special and Stand & Deliver premium live event ahead. Host Adam Silverstein dives into a tremendous edition of NXT [3:35] that featured an inventive and realistic open challenge for the North American championship, Carmelo Hayes emerging as the clear-cut No. 1 contender for Bron Breakker, Gigi Dolan offering one of the best NXT promos in some time and a strong overall build for Roadblock next week. "The Silver King" also covers major news emanating from NJPW Battle in the Valley [26:05] as Mercedes Moné defeated KAIRI to become IWGP women's champion and Jay White fell in a Loser Leaves NJPW match to AEW's Eddie Kingston. What's next for Mercedes and White? Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Feb 28, 2023 • 1h 48min
WWE: WrestleMania road gets bumpier with rough creative, Lita and Trish Stratus surprise
While the top of the WWE WrestleMania 39 card continues to look strong, poor creative across SmackDown and Raw -- plus some new undercard bookings -- left a lot to be desired this week. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with The Main Event [9:20] as they dive into Jimmy Uso taking a prominent role in The Bloodline story with Jey Uso and Sami Zayn, plus Cody Rhodes setting the stage for his first confrontation with Roman Reigns. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then cover The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [26:30] from the week, including Becky Lynch & Lita winning the women's tag team titles (will they will face Ronda Rousey & Shayna Baszler?), what's ahead for Bayley and Trish Stratus, Seth Rollins calling out Logan Paul and plans for Brock Lesnar vs. Omos and Bobby Lashley vs. Bray Wyatt. The guys wrap up by Booking the Damn Territory for WrestleMania 39 [1:36:50] before offering The Last Word [1:41:50]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Feb 23, 2023 • 57min
AEW: Build for Revolution card ignites | NXT: Bron Breakker, Carmelo Hayes double turn?
With less than two weeks left before AEW Revolution 2023, the company is full-speed ahead building its card. Meanwhile, NXT is making plans not just for Roadblock but Stand & Deliver on WWE WrestleMania 39 weekend. Host Adam Silverstein opens by diving into AEW [4:10], which added some much-needed fuel to the MJF vs. Bryan Danielson fire, pushed ahead with Hangman Page vs. Jon Moxley, set a number of key matches for Revolution and announced Adam Cole's in-ring return coinciding with a new show. "The Silver King" next breaks down the latest from NXT [38:55], including the set up for a double turn with Bron Breakker and Carmelo Hayes, Trick Williams stepping up, plans for Grayson Waller involving Shawn Michaels, Gigi Dolan's return and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Feb 21, 2023 • 1h 59min
WWE: Sami Zayn, Cody Rhodes set goals as speed bumps alter Road to WrestleMania
WWE is now firmly on the Road to WrestleMania 39 with plans solidifying for the biggest show of the year. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open an extended episode of Getting Over with a second look at Elimination Chamber [10:30] before moving into The Main Event [37:30] where Sami Zayn accelerated his goal of destroying The Bloodline with Kevin Owens' help, while Cody Rhodes stalled out building his match with Roman Reigns. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly from SmackDown and Raw [53:10], including Austin Theory defending the Untied States title against Edge, Seth Rollins snapping and a host of major superstars -- Becky Lynch, Bayley, Ronda Rousey, Brock Lesnar, Bobby Lashley and Bray Wyatt -- seeing confusing 'Mania builds. The guys wrap up by Booking the Damn Territory for WrestleMania 39 [1:37:40] before offering The Last Word [1:51:15]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Feb 19, 2023 • 1h 21min
WWE Elimination Chamber 2023 results, instant analysis, grades, reaction: Roman Reigns vs. Sami Zayn
2023 WWE Elimination Chamber featured one of the best crowds in wrestling history as Montreal starred alongside the Roman Reigns vs. Sami Zayn main event. Just minutes WWE's last major stop on the Road to WrestleMania 39 concluded, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down WWE Elimination Chamber results with reactions and grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into the Reigns vs. Zayn booking, what's ahead for Sami, Rhea Ripley and Beth Phoenix grabbing the spotlight, the Elimination Chamber matches and their winners, why Brock Lesnar vs. Bobby Lashley underwhelmed, and much more. Plus, what did Saturday's results mean for WrestleMania? Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Feb 16, 2023 • 1h
NXT has a Bron Breakker problem | AEW Revolution building slow with stale storylines
NXT and AEW are each experiencing their share of struggles with important shows coming up. Host Adam Silverstein dives into both brands while taking a look at what's ahead for NXT Stand & Deliver and AEW Revolution. "The Silver King" opens with NXT [3:45] where Bron Breakker's reign on top continues to wear thin with Carmelo Hayes waiting in the wings, Roxanne Perez does not have a clear challenger for NXT's biggest show of the year, and Grayson Waller's issues with Shawn Michaels may lead to something exciting. Next is a dive into AEW [29:00] with the MJF-Bryan Danielson and Hangman Page-Jon Moxley storylines remaining strong while the rest of the product -- including tag team title change and primary women's creative -- comes across lackluster and stale. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Feb 15, 2023 • 2h 29min
WWE Elimination Chamber 2023 ultimate preview, predictions, card, matches | Roman Reigns vs. Sami Zayn
WWE presents its final event on the Road to WrestleMania 39 as 2023 Elimination Chamber emanates from Montreal. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive into the event with Getting Over's signature WWE Elimination Chamber ultimate preview [1:15:30] breaking down the card with predictions for each match. Will Sami Zayn topple The Bloodline by defeating Roman Reigns, or will Reigns remain undisputed champion with Cody Rhodes lying in wait? Who will emerge to challenge Bianca Belair, and what's ahead for Brock Lesnar vs. Bobby Lashley? The guys open with The Main Event [11:40] going in-depth The Usos' latest title defense and storyline. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" also talk plans for Becky Lynch and Bayley, Seth Rollins' road, Rhea Ripley's future and the rest of SmackDown and Raw in The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [21:50]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Feb 9, 2023 • 48min
AEW running with MJF, the devil | NXT: Toxic Attraction breaks up, UK stars return
AEW is going all-in on MJF's devil schtick, while NXT broke up one of WWE's few legitimate women's tag teams across a week that presented a mixed bag for both brands. Host Adam Silverstein kicks off with a dive into AEW [4:15] as it prepares to build for Revolution with MJF vs. Bryan Danielson becoming official, Toni Storm and Saraya playing old cards, and trajectories slowing for Ricky Starks and The Acclaimed. "The Silver King" then breaks down the latest from NXT [30:00], including Jacy Jayne turning on Gigi Dolan, Carmelo Hayes preparing for Bron Breakker, both Ilja Dragunov and Meiko Satomura returning, and some frustrating booking in the women's division. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.


