Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast

WWE SmackDown superstar Raquel Rodriguez joins Getting Over as she sits down with host Adam Silverstein to detail her first couple months on the main roster [3:15]. Rodriguez dives into whether she, Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley are the heirs apparent to the Four Horsewomen, what it’s like to be successful in NXT while awaiting a main roster call, why Chyna and Beth Phoenix were among her idols, tweaks to her character since joining SmackDown, getting over against Ronda Rousey and backstage tortilla fights. "The Silver King" then covers the latest edition of NXT [25:40], including Cameron Grimes' character change showcasing his range, what's next for for the women's division, Tony D'Angelo stepping up against Carmelo Hayes, Apollo Crews' strange vignette and the redebut of Giovanni Vinci. Plus, a look at two huge NXT UK matches [45:35]: Meiko Satomura vs. Ivy Nile and Ilja Dragunov vs. Jordan Devlin. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Roman Reigns' extended absence from WWE and its premium live events looks to continue with Money in the Bank despite a surprise championship defense upcoming on SmackDown. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open The Main Event [25:30] by diving into Reigns' unexplained disappearance, why WWE booking is suffering massively, whether Reigns will overcome a Money in the Bank cash-in and if how his storyline has done a complete 180 in quality. The guys wrap with a Cody Rhodes injury update [49:25] and look at why the first four Money in the Bank qualifying matches have started the show's build with a thud [56:25]. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then move into The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:12:25] where topics include Ronda Rousey, Becky Lynch and Asuka, Bianca Belair and Rhea Ripley, GUNTHER winning the intercontinental title and an infuriating edition of Raw. Adam and Chris kick off the show with coverage of Jeff Hardy's third DUI arrest in four-plus years [3:00] and a discussion about how AEW should respond. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

AEW began its trek toward crowning an interim world champion with a lacking battle royal and all-too-predictable end to Dynamite. Host Adam Silverstein dives into AEW's booking moves around the world title picture following CM Punk's injury [5:35], including the nonsensical decision to feature neither "Hangman" Adam Page nor Wardlow as contenders and the call to introduce a new championship simultaneously. "The Silver King" then covers the first episode of NXT after In Your House [39:45], featuring the surprising return of Apollo Crews in a big spot, a loaded North American title scene, Roxanne Perez winning the inaugural NXT Women's Breakout Tournament and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Cody Rhodes' injury may have thrown WWE's summer plans into turmoil, so how will WWE book its main event scene as Money in the Bank, SummerSlam and Clash at the Castle approach? Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open The Main Event [13:00] with an extended look at the timeline for Cody's torn pectoral, whether Roman Reigns will defend at Money in the Bank and if he is set to retain through Riddle and Randy Orton before facing Drew McIntyre. The guys also cover the scheduled return of John Cena, a tremendous MizTV segment and repetitive booking with The Usos. Next, "The Silver King" and "Vintage" break down the rest of the week in The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [49:20] as topics include a masterful swerve and double turn involving Judgement Day and Finn Balor, Rhea Ripley and Natalya becoming No. 1 contenders, the continuations of New Day vs. Brawling Brutes and Kevin Owens vs. Ezekiel, Becky Lynch in a 24/7 segment and GUNTHER as the next Intercontinental champion. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

A torn pectoral muscle for Cody Rhodes sent shockwaves through the professional wrestling world before the main event of WWE Hell in a Cell 2022, and it resulted in one of the most memorable moments in sports entertainment history. Just minutes after the show went off the air, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down WWE Hell in a Cell results with grades for each match and predictions for storylines going forward with Getting Over's signature instant analysis. The guys discuss Cody Rhodes vs. Seth Rollins III inside Hell in a Cell in exhaustive detail, including the extent of Cody's injury, why the booking did not change and what the future holds for both men. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" also dive into the stellar Bianca Belair vs. Asuka vs. Becky Lynch match for the Raw women's championship; Judgement Day's battle with AJ Styles, Finn Balor and Liv Morgan; and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NXT In Your House exceeded the expectations of most as the brand's second premium live event of 2022 delivered in ways many did not believe it could. Just minutes after the show went off the air, host Adam Silverstein jumped on the mic to break down results of NXT In your House with grades for each match and analysis of storylines going forward. "The Silver King" discusses the NXT championship match between Bron Breakker vs. Joe Gacy hopefully ending their feud, two key title changes with some of NXT's biggest names going over, the seemingly endless reign of Toxic Attraction, the future of Diamond Mine and why storytelling needs intertwine with workrate to produce an entertaining show. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Newly crowned AEW world champion CM Punk announced he is out indefinitely due to injury with AEW set to determine an interim world champion before the month is out in shocking news that rocked the professional wrestling world  Friday night. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini quickly convened for Getting Over's signature instant reaction show. The guys discuss the lack of clarity in CM Punk's promo regarding his status and future, whether there are hidden positives in his temporary departure, AEW's convoluted plans to crown an interim world champion, and the extremely messy handling of that explanation on AEW Rampage. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" also break down who should be win the interim title and how they would book the damn territory if given the opportunity. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

NXT presents its second premium live event under its new banner as In Your House returns with a championship match-heavy card featuring many of the brand's biggest names. Host Adam Silverstein takes a deep dive with Getting Over's signature ultimate preview [6:15] as he breaks down every match with predictions. Are Bron Breakker and Mandy Rose no-brainers to retain their titles? What future is ahead for Diamond Mine and Toxic Attraction? Will Cameron Grimes vs. Carmelo Hayes steal the show again? "The Silver King" answers all of that and more. Plus, Adam breaks down the latest AEW Dynamite [36:55] led by MJF's headline-making work-shoot promo that may be far more work than shoot after all. Also: CM Punk learns his Forbidden Door opponent, Double or Nothing winners are booked to lose right away, and Jon Moxley vs. Daniel Garcia wins the week. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

WWE's final premium live event before a run of four major shows, 2022 WWE Hell in a Cell features a Raw-heavy card that should end long-running feuds. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini take a deep dive into Hell in a Cell with Getting Over's signature ultimate preview [50:35] as they break down the matches with their predictions. Will Cody Rhodes go 3-0 against Seth Rollins? Who should take the fall in Bianca Belair vs. Asuka vs. Becky Lynch? Will the undisputed tag team titles be defended? "The Silver King" and "Vintage" answer all that and more after opening with a discussion in The Main Event [7:40] about Money in the Bank moving from a stadium to an arena as Nick Khan faces his first clear failure in WWE. Plus, the guys talk Drew McIntyre, midcard title booking and superstars returning without plans in The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [21:40]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.

Controversy surrounded AEW Double or Nothing 2022 before the event began and after it concluded. Just minutes after AEW's second show of the year went off the air, host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini convene to break down the results with grades of the matches and analysis of storylines going forward. The guys discuss "Hangman" Adam Page vs. CM Punk for the world title, questions about MJF showing up for his match with Wardlow, where Anarchy in the Arena fits in professional wrestling and sports entertainment, strange decision making surrounding the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament and multiple finishes, the handling of three new talent debuts and the value of a card that stretched nearly 5 hours. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" break down all of that and more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter @GettingOverCast.