The group shares how they’ve built an annual wrestling event from the ground up, combining event production, marketing, and community outreach into a hands-on student experience. Their upcoming show, Night of Reckoning, promises a stacked card, creative stipulations, and a strong charitable mission.

The conversation also dives into how wrestling fandom is evolving among students, with events like WrestleMania and AEW shows drawing new audiences.

Of course, things wouldn’t be Mayhem without chaos—Oliver’s strong dislike of Penta sparks a hilarious and heated debate that takes over the show.

Later, Mayhem Mania returns with one of the wildest rounds yet, featuring bizarre matchups, celebrity crossovers, and puppet-based wrestling concepts that somehow keep escalating.

This episode is a perfect mix of wrestling passion, community building, and pure mayhem.

Dani Mo joins the conversation to talk about her recent seminar experience with Bayley, detailing how she was selected, what Bayley emphasized about character consistency, and how the experience pushed her to listen more closely to the crowd and adapt in the ring.

Also discussed on this episode:
• Drew McIntyre’s championship win and WrestleMania speculation
• Finn Bálor’s throwback entrance and CM Punk match
• AJ Styles and Gunther retirement-match conversations
• TNA’s TV premiere and crossover era
• Visa issues affecting wrestlers and career paths
• AAA’s AI graphic mishap involving Dominik Mysterio
• AEW roster movement and MJF defending the title on independent shows

The episode closes with the What We Learned segment, reflecting on lessons from the wrestling show and recent in-ring and backstage experiences.

Plus: “What We Learned” featuring 880 MVP Christian Robinson, wrestling Halloween cosplay, and why WWE’s extra camera angle inspired a new setup at 880.

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This week we dive into NXT’s Halloween Havoc and all its chaos — Jeff Hardy’s tribute to Bray Wyatt, Trick Williams’ big moment, and an unexpected AAA crossover.
We also talk Braun Strowman’s new Everything on the Menu series, revisit the WELC match between El Torito and Hornswoggle, and speculate on a Vince Russo JCW run.

What We Learned:

Viral promos need better payoffs

Tatum Paxley finally shines

Jelly Roll’s inspiring story with Triple H

Happy anniversary to WWE 2K20’s infamous bugs

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This week's Wrestling Mayhem Show features guest Bubba Brewer joining hosts Michael Sorg, Zach Rizza, and Dave Podnar to discuss the latest in professional wrestling. The episode covers a mix of local wrestling events, WWE news, and an in-depth analysis of the recent big wrestling events. The team also delves into the unique atmosphere of international wrestling audiences and the evolving landscape of independent wrestling. Here's a detailed breakdown of the topics covered:

Local Wrestling Events:

Discussion on recent local wrestling events in Pittsburgh.

Highlights of the Enjoy Wrestling show attended by Sorg and Rizz.

WWE News:

Review of WWE's recent event in Scotland, emphasizing the energetic crowd and comparing it to American audiences.

Analysis of WWE's strategy for hosting events in Europe and the impact on the overall fan experience.

Big Wrestling Events:

In-depth look at WWE's Clash at the Castle in Scotland.

Commentary on the quality of matches, particularly focusing on Rhea Ripley and Drew McIntyre's performances.

Discussion about CM Punk's surprising appearance and its implications for future storylines.

Independent Wrestling:

Bubba Brewer shares insights on the resurgence of independent wrestling in the Pittsburgh area.

Details about the upcoming APWF (Allied Powers Wrestling Federation) show, featuring EC3 and Bill Collier.

The significance of promoting independent shows and the importance of collaboration among local promotions.

Wrestling Production Insights:

The hosts discuss the technical challenges and triumphs of producing live wrestling events.

Reflections on how production techniques have evolved and their impact on the audience's viewing experience.

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Swerve Strickland’s Career and Impact:

Discussed Swerve Strickland's wrestling career across various promotions, including his time in CCW and Vow Vicious Outcast Wrestling.

Commentary on his impact in wrestling and his portrayal in the game "Fight Forever".

Wrestling Video Games Discussion:

Conversation about old WWE games, highlighting WWE '13 as having the best Universe mode.

Mention of different games like WWE 2K18 and WWE Battlegrounds, discussing their features and gameplay.

AEW Dynamite Highlights:

Partial coverage of the AEW Dynamite episode, including the Claudio O'Brian cage match and Kenny Omega’s segments.

Discussion of the EVPs (Executive Vice Presidents) taking charge of the episode and the “Manitoba Massacre” match.

FTW Match Commentary:

Details on a match involving Chris Jericho and Shibata, where Jericho used hockey pucks, leading to a humorous discussion about Taz's reaction to the treatment of his FTW Championship.

Future AEW Events and Storylines:

Speculation and updates on upcoming AEW events, focusing on Kenny Omega’s storyline and Swerve Strickland’s championship journey.

Preview of future AEW matches and story developments.

Tony Khan’s Public Appearances and Statements:

Commentary on Tony Khan wearing a neck brace at the NFL draft, following a storyline injury, and how it was received by the public and media.

Discussion on Tony Khan’s role in AEW and his interactions with the wrestling community and media.

Upcoming Indy Wrestling Events and Promotions:

Information about upcoming independent wrestling events sponsored by Indy Wrestling.us.

Mention of various indie promotions and events happening in the Pittsburgh area.

“What We Learned” Segment:
In this segment, participants shared personal anecdotes and lessons from wrestling. For example, one of the hosts shared a story about wearing a Kaiju Big Battle shirt and connecting with someone at the airport, highlighting the unexpected connections wrestling fans can make.

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Celebrations: The crew celebrates their 900th episode milestone, reminiscing about the show's evolution and sharing appreciative messages from past guests and friends. They express gratitude for the community's support and share personal anecdotes highlighting the show's impact on their lives and careers in professional wrestling.

Crew Catch-up: The team reflects on the journey from the first episode to the 900th, discussing memorable moments, the growth of their community, and how the show has fostered friendships and professional opportunities. They highlight the significance of the show in their personal and professional lives, emphasizing the connections made through wrestling fandom.

Wrestling news and analyses: Detailed discussions on the latest happenings in WWE, AEW, and other wrestling promotions. The hosts analyze recent matches, storylines, and wrestler performances, providing insights and forecasts for future events.

Mayhem Mania segment: A creative segment where hosts and guests engage in fantasy booking, crafting hypothetical wrestling cards and matchups. This playful exercise allows for imaginative discussions and what-if scenarios, adding a unique interactive element to the podcast.

What We Learned: A reflective closing segment where each host and guest shares a takeaway or new perspective gained during the episode. This can range from wrestling insights to life lessons, encapsulating the educational and entertaining nature of the show.

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Mayhem Game Returns! Returning champs “Team PaQuette” of Katie Arquette and Andrew Palace take on the OG show co-hosts Mayhem Missie and Doc Remedy!

We continue the games with Mayhem Mania!

We find out what we learned in wrestlings…and McDownlads…this week!

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The hosts attended recent wrestling events and conventions and share stories of meeting various wrestlers like Jake Roberts, Sasha Banks, and MJF. They were excited to interact with wrestlers they are fans of.

They discuss and react to recent WWE programming including matches, storylines, and segments on Raw, Smackdown, and NXT. Key mentions include Kevin Owens, the Creed Brothers, and Big Show's upcoming return.

There is discussion of other promotions like AEW, Impact Wrestling, and NJPW. Topics include Doja Cat's AEW promo video, an incident that led to NJPW cautioning fans about etiquette, and Impact's throwback costumes.

Fan interaction with wrestlers basefd on the New Japan post. The hosts acknowledge boundaries and reasonable fan etiquette. There are concerns raised over overly zealous fans.

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