Topics include WWE’s streaming-first presentation, the growing importance of short-form highlights, and the impact fewer house shows have on wrestler development and the industry as a whole.

The show features a special guest appearance by recently retired “The Gavel” David Lawless, who reflects on his career, memorable moments, and the role adaptability and reliability played in his longevity.

The episode closes with What We Learned, connecting industry trends with personal lessons from a life in wrestling.

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Hosts Sorg and Mad Mike are joined by Eamon Paton, Merlin, Cameraman Rob, and Intern Mac for an episode packed with wrestling discussion, predictions, and reflection.

Topics include:
• John Cena’s farewell moment and presentation
• Wrestling’s changing media and streaming landscape
• Year-end predictions for the year ahead
• Behind-the-scenes stories from indy wrestling and production
• A meaningful “What We Learned” segment reflecting on growth, fandom, and wrestling community

This episode captures the chaos, camaraderie, and love of wrestling that defines the Mayhem crew—closing out the year on a high note.

This week, the crew talks:
• John Cena’s Boston Intercontinental Title moment and what’s next for Dom Mysterio
• AEW Blood & Guts chaos and Hangman vs Powerhouse Hobbs
• NXT’s Thea Hale & Joe Hendry comedy gold
• The most unbelievable 24/7 Title reigns ever (crowns, planes, and pregnancies!)
• VCW Victory Rumble recap and Pittsburgh indie updates
• Imagining a Carnegie Museum wrestling event with Beastman in the dino room
• “What We Learned” this week in wrestling

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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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