Wrestling Mayhem Show

Blood, Belts, and Briscoes: AEW vs WWE’s Storytelling Battle | Wrestling Mayhem Show 930

October 9th, 2024  |  1 hr 8 mins

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A Mayhem Reunion | Wrestling Mayhem Show 900

February 28th, 2024  |  2 hrs 15 mins

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Dive into the heart of professional wrestling with the "Wrestling Mayhem Show," a podcast that brings together a passionate crew for deep dives into WWE, AEW, and all things pro wrestling. Celebrate with us as we reflect on our journey from episode 1 to 900, sharing behind-the-scenes stories, fan interactions, and our evolution within the wrestling community. Join us for engaging segments like "Mayhem Mania," our fantasy booking game, and "What We Learned," where we share insights and unexpected takeaways from the wrestling world. Whether you're a hardcore fan or new to the scene, there's something for everyone in our lively, humor-filled discussions. Tune in and become part of our wrestling family!

Prince Philip: Our Sweet Little Meat Pie | Wrestling Mayhem Show 896

January 31st, 2024  |  1 hr 55 mins

indie wrestling, royal rumble, social media, wrestling, wrestling predictions

Wrestling Mayhem Show 896 delves into the dynamic world of wrestling, engaging fans with a blend of humor, analysis, and insider knowledge. From the impact of social media on wrestling culture to a thorough recap of the Royal Rumble, the hosts offer fresh perspectives on both mainstream and independent circuits. They share personal anecdotes, review wrestling news, and make predictions, providing a comprehensive look at the current state and future of wrestling. This episode is a must-listen for fans eager to stay informed and entertained in the ever-evolving wrestling landscape.

Wrestling Mayhem Show 892: Professional Podcaster Zeke Mercer

January 3rd, 2024  |  1 hr 45 mins

aew, continental classic, departures, indie wrestling, injuries, kevin dunn, media coverage, pay-per-view, pittsburgh wrestling, sports-based programming, tournaments, video games, wrestling success metrics, wwe

Our hosts discussed recent WWE departures like Kevin Dunn resigning, as well as AEW's Continental Classic tournament which they praised for its storytelling. Injuries leading up to AEW's last pay-per-view forced abrupt changes. They talked about ideas for more sports-based pro wrestling programming like tournaments, and how media coverage and notions of success in wrestling have evolved with the times. Reminiscing about classic wrestling video games segued into a discussion of Pittsburgh's current wrestling scene, which they predicted is entering its best era since the days of Norm Conners, citing hot indie promotions like 880 Wrestling. Upcoming local indie shows some hosts plan to attend rounded out the wrestling-centered discussion.

Keep Mayhem All Year Long | Wrestling Mayhem Show 891

December 20th, 2023  |  1 hr 47 mins

2024 wrestling, armchair booking, behind the scenes, booking challenges, different wrestling styles, indie wrestling, injury unpredictability, mentoring newcomers, wrestling commentary, wrestling debates, wrestling news, wrestling on tv, wrestling on youtube, wrestling partnerships, wrestling predictions, wrestling roundtable, wrestling rumors, wrestling variety

We have insightful discussion about recent developments and future predictions in the world of professional wrestling. Topics ranged from the benefits of cross-promotion among wrestling companies to the challenges of unpredictable injuries and illness forcing last-minute changes to planned events. There was also analysis around the diversity of wrestling styles catering to different fan tastes, optimism about veterans guiding the next generation of young talent, and bold forecasts for major title changes, roster moves, and dream matches in the year 2024. Additional perspectives touched on production intricacies many fans don't realize, the importance of community, and evolving formulas for wrestling success.

Australian Backyard Wrestling with Mikey Montgomery | Wrestling Mayhem Show 890

December 13th, 2023  |  1 hr 49 mins

aew, backyard wrestling, charity shows, cm punk, eddie kingston, edge, flaming pasta, indie wrestling, iron survivor challenge, nxt, pasta death match, seth rollins, shawn michaels, swerve strickland, the undertaker, tournament, wrestlemania, wwe, youtube

Sorg, Mad Mike, Riz, Dave Podnar, and guest Mikey Montgomery discussed CM Punk's return to WWE and his interactions with other wrestlers. They analyzed the new "Iron Survivor Challenge" match in NXT and compared it to other gimmick matches. There was debate around AEW's current tournament format and roster choices. They reminisced about classic WWE WrestleManias and segments showing backyard wrestling videos on YouTube, including kids attempting dangerous moves. Upcoming charity benefit shows were promoted. A "Pasta Death Match" with weapons and flaming pasta was described. Guest Mikey Montgomery detailed his introductions to wrestling through those backyard videos and memories from early in his career. Various independent wrestling events were also promoted on the show.

Amateur Truck Guy Reese Hayes | Wrestling Mayhem Show 889

December 6th, 2023  |  1 hr 37 mins

aew, camera work, collision, crew relations, dvds, filmmaking, indie wrestling, physical media, pop culture, ringside filming, vhs, video games, video production, wrestling media, wwe

The guests discuss the decline of physical wrestling media and whether niche markets still exist. Reese details his background in filmmaking, relating it to an interest in wrestling production values. Rob shares his recent experience assisting the camera crew for AEW's Collision show. Comparisons are made between talent/crew relations in AEW and WWE. Proper ringside camera work is analyzed, with Reese and Rob drawing from their own filming know-how. Recent lessons learned include wrestling being extremely tough but rewarding for Reese; production people maintaining familiarity across companies per Rob; and wrestling themes permeating pop culture via video games per Joe.

Bunch of Wrestling Weirdos | Wrestling Mayhem Show 887

November 22nd, 2023  |  1 hr 26 mins

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The Wrestling Mayhem Show is a long-running weekly podcast hosted by Mike Sorgatron that covers professional wrestling entertainment and culture. In this lively episode, we enthusiastically discuss recent pay-per-views, preview upcoming high-profile matches, debate the merits of bloody deathmatches, and make hand turkeys while sharing what we're thankful for this season. With irreverent commentary, promoter spotlight interviews, enthusiastic fandom, and trademark mayhem, we aim to put on an entertaining weekly show for over 887 episodes now while promoting indie wrestling.

Say Less | Wrestling Mayhem Show 886

November 8th, 2023  |  1 hr 19 mins

2pw, aew, aew dynamite, crown jewel, fox, indie wrestling, keith lee, logan paul, match cards, new japan pro wrestling, nxt, rwa, samoa joe, the cw, tv deals, usa network, vcw, will ospreay, women's wrestling, wrestle kingdom 18, wwe

Wrestling Mayhem Show hosts Sorg, Mad Mike, and guest Referee George Ross discuss WWE's Crown Jewel event, new TV deals with Fox, USA and The CW, and hype for New Japan's Wrestle Kingdom 18. They also preview indie shows like RWA, 2PW, and VCW, noting excitement around matches like Keith Lee vs Samoa Joe. The hosts debate how much of a match card should be announced ahead of time versus allowing surprises. They review recent AEW Dynamite moments and matches, analyzing the booking and utilization of the AEW women's division. Overall, the episode covers WWE, AEW, NJPW, and the indie wrestling scene.

AEW Hot Slots! | Wrestling Mayhem Show 882

October 11th, 2023  |  1 hr 56 mins

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The wrestling podcast covered AEW, WWE, and indie shows. They discussed the "Tuesday Night War," including Tony Khan's tweets. Topics included Cena and Undertaker on NXT, Keith Lee, and Thunder Rosa. They reviewed indie shows like Enjoy Wrestling and Exodus Pro Wrestling, praising the booking and talent. Guest Emily Fear talked about an Enjoy Wrestling show. They gave shoutouts to indie wrestlers like Highway Miles Jacobs. Overall, the episode covered wrestling news, reviewed shows, and previewed upcoming events.