
Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast
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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Dec 1, 2024 • 53min
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 results, instant analysis, grades, review, winners
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 delivered with Roman Reigns and CM Punk trying to get on the same page in the main event. Shortly after the show ended, host Adam Silverstein jumped on the mic to review WWE Survivor Series: WarGames results with grades in Getting Over's signature instant analysis. "The Silver King" dives into Jacob Fatu and Bronson Reed showing out during OG Bloodline vs. New Bloodline, the women's WarGames match disappointing with Rhea Ripley and Liv Morgan in front, GUNTHER and Damian Priest again delivering together, Sheamus' growing popularity after battling Bron Breakker and Ludwig Kaiser, and Shinsuke Nakamura returning to the mountaintop against LA Knight. Plus, what might be ahead for WWE Saturday Night's Main Event and WWE Royal Rumble 2024? Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver),

Nov 28, 2024 • 1h 18min
NXT: Iron Survivor matches bang | AEW: Ricky Starks update, Continental Classic starts hot
The NXT Deadline 2024 card filled out after banger Iron Survivor Challenge qualifiers, while the AEW Continental Classic started hot with eyes on AEW Worlds End 2024. Host Adam Silverstein breaks down the latest from both brands beginning with NXT [3:35] where Shawn Michaels got physical, Gigi Dolan returned, Tatum Paxley was teased as a title winner, Trick Williams vs. Ridge Holland heated up, plus Giulia vs. Kelani Jordan and Axiom vs. Ethan Page delivered. "The Silver King" next dives into AEW [35:30] featuring an update on the status of Ricky Starks, Jon Moxley's Death Riders attacking Jay White and Hangman Page, Ricochet and Darby Allin losing matches, Bobby Lashley remaining silent behind MVP and Kamille quitting Mercedes Mone. Plus, details on AEW moving Grand Slam Australia from a stadium to an arena. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

Nov 26, 2024 • 2h 18min
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 preview, predictions, card | Paul Heyman, CM Punk
WWE Survivor Series WarGames 2024 features The Bloodline battling in the eponymous structure as Roman Reigns and CM Punk team up thanks to Paul Heyman. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini present Getting Over's signature WWE Survivor Series: WarGames ultimate preview [1:37:05] breaking down all five matches with predictions as Bianca Belair, Rhea Ripley, Liv Morgan and Nia Jax lead women's WarGames; GUNTHER gets tested by Damian Priest; and both Bron Breakker and LA Knight put their titles on the line. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with The Main Event [16:30] discussing the shocking returns of Heyman and Punk, plus Kevin Owens eviscerating Cody Rhodes to ignite their feud. The guys then cover The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [56:25], including New Day imploding as the tag team division builds. Plus, news on the Women's Intercontinental Championship and more [6:00]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

Nov 24, 2024 • 50min
AEW Full Gear 2024 results, instant analysis, grades, reaction, review
AEW Full Gear 2024 was an uneven pay-per-view featuring some quality wrestling that fueled numerous questions going forward. Shortly after the show ended, host Adam Silverstein hopped on the mic to break down AEW Full Gear results with grades and reactions in Getting Over's signature instant analysis. "The Silver King" discusses Jon Moxley bloodying and dismantling Orange Cassidy, Bobby Lashley destroying Swerve Strickland, Kyle Fletcher upsetting Will Ospreay, Mercedes Mone shining with Kris Statlander, Jay White continuing to have Hangman Page's number, MJF vs. Roderick Strong underdelivering, Big Boom AJ debuting in an AEW ring and much more. Plus, what might be ahead for AEW Worlds End and the company as a whole in 2025? Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

Nov 21, 2024 • 1h 12min
AEW Full Gear 2024 ultimate preview, predictions, card | NXT Deadline 2024 builds, Chase U ends
AEW Full Gear 2024 did not produce the most exciting go-home build but should nevertheless have great matches on the show. Host Adam Silverstein takes a deep dive with Getting Over's signature AEW Full Gear ultimate preview [42:45] breaking down the card with predictions for Jon Moxley vs. Orange Cassidy, Swerve Strickland vs. Bobby Lashley, Will Ospreay vs. Kyle Fletcher, Roderick Strong vs. MJF, Mercedes Mone vs. Kris Statlander and more. "The Silver King" also dissects the rest of the week in AEW [27:30] after tackling a dramatic NXT [3:50] including Ridge Holland effectively ending Chase U, Stephanie Vaquer and Nathan Frazer headlining Iron Survivor Challenge qualifiers and continued issues with the men's singles division behind Trick Williams. Plus, what did the TV ratings [24:15] look like this week? Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

Nov 19, 2024 • 2h 7min
WWE: Will Seth Rollins or CM Punk help Roman Reigns? Rhea Ripley, Shinsuke Nakamura return
Creative for The Bloodline at WWE Survivor Series WarGames continues to frustrate host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini with less than two weeks until the show. The guys open with an extended look at Monday Night Raw on Netflix [4:45] before moving into The Main Event [22:45] where they tackle whether Seth Rollins or CM Punk will join Roman Reigns' team to combat Bronson Reed linking with Solo Sikoa, plus why the Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens storyline has moved at a glacial pace. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:03:00] from WWE, including Rhea Ripley returning to set up women's WarGames, Damian Priest besting GUNTHER with street justice, Shinsuke Nakamura attacking LA Knight, plans for the Women's United States Championship, Nia Jax and Naomi tearing the house down, Chad Gable being marginalized and much more. Plus, The Last Word [1:53:35] returns. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).

Nov 14, 2024 • 1h 6min
NXT: Iron Survivor matches take shape | AEW: Jon Moxley, Death Riders fail to seize anything
AEW Full Gear 2024 is fast approaching with NXT Deadline 2024 still a month away, but both shows concentrated on building their cards this week. Host Adam Silverstein opens by breaking down NXT [2:35] where Trick Williams confronted both Andre Chase and Ridge Holland, Giulia and Stephanie Vaquer went face to face for the first time, and Iron Survivor Challenge qualifiers saw Je'Von Evans and Sol Ruca stand out. "The Silver King" then moves to AEW [25:25], which heavily promoted Jon Moxley and the Death Riders seizing control of TBS only for nothing special to happen. Plus, Orange Cassidy remained an odd fit as a bad-ass, Bobby Lashley stayed oddly silent attacking Swerve Strickland and Roderick Strong (But not Adam Cole) won his third match to face MJF as part of logical developments for a rough storyline. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) and Bluesky (@GettingOver).

Nov 12, 2024 • 1h 29min
WWE: Roman Reigns angle vexes with Bloodline battle set for Survivor Series: WarGames 2024
WWE Survivor Series: WarGames 2024 has its main event with the Roman Reigns-led Original Bloodline set to battle the Solo Sikoa-led New Bloodline inside the structure. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini dive deep into the extended storyline during The Main Event [15:05] sharing continued frustrations over the booking of Jey Uso and Sami Zayn along with confusion about why it may be a 5-on-5 match. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" open with a discussion about the Women's United States Championship [7:35] before covering The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [48:45], including Randy Orton vs. Kevin Owens igniting with a piledriver, Seth Rollins vs. Bronson Reed similarly heating up, Damian Priest outdueling GUNTHER and major improvements for the women across SmackDown and Raw with Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill and IYO SKY standing out. Follow Getting Over on Twitter & YouTube @GettingOverCast.

Nov 8, 2024 • 52min
NXT, AEW go head-to-head: Women star on ECW special, Orange Cassidy bothers Jon Moxley
NXT and AEW went head-to-head on Wednesday night for the first time in years with NXT presenting a thematic show from the ECW Arena as AEW Full Gear 2024 built around Jon Moxley vs. Orange Cassidy. Host Adam Silverstein opens with NXT [2:30] covering Giulia, Stephanie Vaquer, Jordynne Grace, Zaria and Roxanne Perez starring in the main event; Je'Von Evans vs. Wes Lee and Lola Vice vs. Jaida Parker delivering bangers; continued disappointment in the men's division; and cameos by Rob Van Dam, Bubba Ray Dudley and Francine, among others. "The Silver King" then breaks down the week in AEW [20:40], including dedicated build to the Death Riders involving Darby Allin, Will Ospreay and Powerhouse Hobbs returning to TV, Bobby Lashley remaining silent, ongoing strange booking with Adam Cole and Malakai Black, plus much more. The show concludes with a ratings breakdown [47:15]. Follow Getting Over on Twitter & YouTube @GettingOverCast.

Nov 5, 2024 • 1h 26min
WWE: Jey Uso gets Sami Zayn's back, Rhea Ripley's injury, No. 1 contenders, releases, Goldberg
The Bloodline drama continues as Jey Uso sided with Sami Zayn ahead of a potential reunion with Roman Reigns. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with a second look at WWE Crown Jewel 2024 [8:20] before diving into major WWE news [20:50] involving Rhea Ripley's latest injury, talent releases, Goldberg's forthcoming retirement and a European tour on the Road to WrestleMania 41. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then hit The Main Event [43:20] covering IYO SKY and Damian Priest becoming No. 1 contenders for the top titles on Raw as side feuds continued for Liv Morgan and Seth Rollins. The guys then break down The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [54:50], including what's next for The Bloodline, New Day's breakup teases, frustrations involving the Street Profits and Chad Gable, plus WWE's recent reliance on No. 1 contendership matches over developing title feuds through storylines. Follow Getting Over on Twitter & YouTube @GettingOverCast.
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