Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

AEW celebrated its three-year anniversary this week, while NXT introduced its third major era with new branding a continued build to Halloween Havoc. Host Adam Silverstein looks at everything that went down across both products starting with AEW [4:20] where controversy swirled around Andrade El Idolo and Sammy Guevara that overshadowed Dynamite and created another solid show. "The Silver King" then moves to NXT [42:50] where a set change and adjustments to the main event booking were highlights on an episode that largely lacked in the wrestling department. Other topics include Daniel Garcia being stuck in purgatory, Chris Jericho never losing, National Scissoring Day with The Acclaimed, Saraya's status, the Creed Brothers' potential, Mandy Rose's future as champion and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE appropriately heads to Philadelphia for 2022 WWE Extreme Rules, which features a card filled with stipulation matches but missing some top champions. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive into Extreme Rules with Getting Over's signature ultimate preview [1:13:00] breaking down every match and storyline with predictions. Will Bayley climb the ladder over Bianca Belair and/or will Ronda Rousey get more extreme than Liv Morgan to become new women's champions? Is Drew McIntyre winning his blood feud with Karrion Kross a must? Will this be the end of Matt Riddle vs. Seth Rollins with Daniel Cormier officiating in the Fight Pit? How will Edge or Finn Balor get the other to say, "I Quit?" "The Silver King" and "Vintage" answer all that and more after opening with the death of Antonio Inoki, covering the newest White Rabbit clues leading to a potential Bray Wyatt return in The Main Event [14:15] and discussing the latest from The Bloodline across SmackDown and Raw during The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [30:15]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

AEW began establishing storylines following Grand Slam, while NXT prepared for its latest rebranding as it continued building to Halloween Havoc. Host Adam Silverstein breaks down everything from the last week across both brands starting with NXT [5:30] where Ilja Dragunov inserted himself between Bron Breakker and JD McDonagh, Alba Fyre stalked Mandy Rose, Pretty Deadly shined and some rough booking decisions disappointed. Next, "The Silver King" moves to AEW [31:12] where he first breaks down Rampage: Grand Slam, including the Golden Ticket battle royal and appearances from Great Muta and Action Bronson. AEW Dynamite featured an odd double feature of Juice Robinson and Bandido challenging respective champions Jon Moxley and Chris Jericho, Saraya's abysmal attempt to start another "revolution," MJF establishing himself as a threat and Daniel Garcia remaining constipated in his breakaway from Jericho. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

The two-year storyline featuring Roman Reigns and The Bloodline received a shot in the arm as Sami Zayn was finally accepted by the faction. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open this week's WWE episode with The Main Event [11:35] focusing on arguably the segment of the year as Reigns welcomed Zayn into his family with open arms. The guys dive into the fascinating dynamics of Zayn and Jey Uso, how the Samoan elders could ignite The Rock's return and The Usos' place in the tag team pantheon. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then move to The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [43:10] where topics include the latest White Rabbit teases for Bray Wyatt, Edge's surprise return against Finn Balor and Judgment Day, Candice LaRae's debut and the build to Bianca Belair vs. Bayley. Plus: Extreme Rules is finally getting extreme again as Liv Morgan takes a risk, Braun Strowman and Otis bump meat, Drew McIntyre vs. Karrion Kross bores and Matt Riddle vs. Seth Rollins intensifies. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

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.