Episode 13337
Mother of the Bride w/ Psychodelic Dreams | Wrestling Mayhem Show 954
April 23rd, 2025
1 hr 53 mins 29 secs
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About this Episode
This week’s Mayhem Show dives deep into the post-WrestleMania madness and storytelling brilliance, featuring reactions from the Mayhem crew and the energetic duo of 880 Wrestling’s Psychedelic Dreams, Alao Dreams & Sammy Suntheimer (and yes, Billy the alien makes the trip from Pluto). From reflections on Cody vs. Cena to indie wrestling growth and tag team dreams, this episode is packed with hot takes, chaos, and cosmic energy.
🔹 WrestleMania 40 Breakdown
Emotional and story-driven endings cap both nights of WrestleMania.
Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena: the shocking outcome and the storytelling breadcrumbs leading up to it.
The eerie swell of crowd noise—likened to Andre/Hogan or Rock/Cena—redefined main event energy.
The team dissects the pacing issues of both nights and the perceived lack of payoff for Rock’s teased return.
🔹 Cena’s New Arc
Cena’s character shift: cryptic promos, countdowns, and hints at a darker, truer version of himself.
Comparisons to Mick Foley’s anti-hardcore heel turn in ECW.
🔹 The Rock’s Absence and Gaslighting?
Reaction to The Rock’s comments on Pat McAfee’s show.
The Mayhem crew questions the intentional misdirection and wonders if WWE is playing long-term mind games.
🔹 Crossing into the Real: WWE UnReal
Discussion around WWE’s “UnReal” series pulling back the curtain.
Mixed feelings on kayfabe-breaking narratives and timing of real-world transparency.
🔹 What We Learned
WWE’s long-term storytelling is bearing fruit thanks to a “continuity editor” hired years ago.
Fans and critics alike may be missing the subtle build that rewards patient viewers.
Indie wrestling (like 880 Wrestling) is crucial in shaping tomorrow’s stars—watch the growth happen in real time.
🔹 Psychedelic Dreams Spotlight
Alao & Sammy’s tag team origin, dynamic energy, and growth from reffing and audio tech roles to top contenders.
Their third member Billy: alien hype-man, fashion icon, and South Side icon.
Preview of their title shot against Den of Desire at 880 Wrestling’s Pittsburgh vs Brooklyn: The Next Chapter.
🔹 880 Wrestling Love
Reflections on moving from Dottie Bock to OneUp Skate Shop and how the environment shaped both performance and community.
Friendly roast of rival teams like Buddies, Inc. and Department of Jocks.
Anticipation for matches like Brandon St. James vs Clayton King and the ongoing Brooklyn vs Pittsburgh feud.