Podcasts by Between The Ropes

WWE WrestleMania 36 Night 2 Watch Along, Reaction and Review | Between The Ropes from 2020-04-06T20:09:27

Join Brian Fritz (@brianfritz) and Michael A. Wiseman (@therealwiseman) for the BIGGEST #PROWRESTLING SHOW OF THE YEAR - a show too big for "just one night" - WWE WrestleMania 36 (Night 2)! The guy...

WWE WrestleMania 36 Night 1 Watch Along, Reaction and Review | Between The Ropes from 2020-04-05T11:28:51

Join Brian Fritz (@brianfritz) and Michael A. Wiseman (@therealwiseman) for the BIGGEST #PROWRESTLING SHOW OF THE YEAR - a show too big for "just one night" - WWE WrestleMania 36! The guys — along ...

WWF WrestleMania X-Seven Watch-Along | Between The Ropes from 2020-03-29T22:58:44

Join Brian Fritz (@brianfritz) and Michael A. Wiseman (@therealwiseman) for another pro wrestling watch along! This time, we'll be digging into the WrestleMania history books for one of the most cr...

WWE Halftime Heat 1999 Watch-Along | Between The Ropes from 2020-03-23T00:55:24

Join Brian Fritz (@brianfritz) and Michael A. Wiseman (@therealwiseman) for a #prowrestling watch-along! We'll be checking out the first-ever WWE/WWF Halftime Heat (1999), which took place during S...

Between the Ropes is... back?! | Between The Ropes from 2020-03-22T20:05:36

While we're all in quarantine for Coronavirus/COVID-19, Brian Fritz (@BrianFritz) & Michael A. Wiseman (@therealwiseman) have decided to make your time in isolation just a little bit easier with a ...

NXT Debuts on USA, AEW is Dynamite, The Fiend Wants Gold | Between The Ropes (Ep. 750) from 2019-09-20T03:26:54

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss NXT's debut on USA Network, the possible rotating cast of talent on the brand, possible matches coming, AEW Dynamite, Kenny Omega comments, an uneventful Clash ...

WWE Clash of Champions, What to Expect with NXT, Impact and ROH Landscape | Between The Ropes (Ep. 749) from 2019-09-12T03:44:29

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss WWE TV from MSG, Kevin Owens "fired", KOTR finals moving to Raw, if anything notable will happen at Clash of Champions, what to expect from NXT on USA Network, ...

The Case of the Missing AEW Championship, Looking Back at All Out, Catching Up on WWE | Between The Ropes (Ep. 748) from 2019-09-05T03:00:03

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the missing AEW Championship and the twists and turns of what happened with it. Then they talk about All Out including Chris Jericho becoming the first-ever AEW...

AEW All Out Preview, Chris Jericho or Adam Page, NXT Narrative | Between The Ropes (Ep.747) from 2019-08-29T04:09:53

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss AEW All Out, if Chris Jericho or Adam Page should be the first-ever AEW world champion, Jon Moxley being off the show and Kenny Omega now facing PAC, what they'...

NXT Goes Prime Time, Wednesday Night Wars, Raw + SmackDown Improving? | Between The Ropes (Ep. 746) from 2019-08-22T03:46:51

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss NXT moving to USA Network, going head to head with AEW on Wednesday nights, any possible changes to the brand and its presentation, and more. Then, they talk ab...

Ibushi Takes G129, Seth Rollins Rules WWE SummerSlam, Next for The Fiend | Between The Ropes (Ep. 745) from 2019-08-15T04:03:07

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the finals of the NJPW G129 with Kota Ibushi winning the tournament, some of the best standouts, and where NJPW goes next. Plus, they talk NXT TakeOver: Toronto...

Busy Weekend of WWE SummerSlam Weekend, NXT TakeOver, G129 and More | Between The Ropes (Ep. 744) from 2019-08-08T04:21:13

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey look ahead to a busy wrestling weekend including WWE SummerSlam, the latest on the big whodunnit angle, what matches will or won't be on the show, and any possible surp...

WWE SummerSlam Preview with Dave LaGreca | Between The Ropes (Ep. 743) from 2019-08-05T16:00:22

Brian Fritz is joined by Dave LaGreca of the Busted Open Radio show to preview WWE SummerSlam, the matches announced so far and some others that haven't been, possible surprises and outcomes, the e...

WWE Whodunnit, SummerSlam Build, G1 Standings, and Tarantino Movies | Between The Ropes (Ep. 742) from 2019-08-01T03:46:52

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey talk about the WWE whodunnit on who tried to injured Roman Reigns to end SmackDown, the Brock Lesnar beatdown of Seth Rollins, building up to SummerSlam, the G1 standin...

AEW TV Start, CM Punk Talking, Raw Reunion + G129 So Far | Between The Ropes (Ep. 741) from 2019-07-25T03:19:37

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss AEW's TV start in the fall on Wednesday nights, CM Punk appearance at Starrcast III before All Out and if there could be something more than that, the Raw Reuni...

Busy Wrestling Weekend Recap, WWE Turns Back the Clock Heading to SummerSlam | Between The Ropes (Ep. 740) from 2019-07-17T17:32:08

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the busy weekend in wrestling including AEW Fight for the Fallen, plusses and minuses of the show, and where they are leading up to All Out. Then they dive into...

Reimagining WWE, Raw Bad Habits, Crowded Wrestling Weekend | Between The Ropes (Ep. 739) from 2019-07-10T18:34:32

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the WWE Reimagined video on what would have happened if The Undertaker had gone to WCW and if there could (and should) be a match between 'Taker and Sting. Then...

AEW Fyter Fest, Cody Chair Shot, Heyman + Bischoff Take Over WWE TV | Between The Ropes (Ep. 738) from 2019-07-03T17:57:51

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss AEW Fyter Fest, pros and cons of the show, and the Cody chair shot gone wrong, and Fight for the Fallen going head-to-head with EVOLVE on the WWE Network. Then ...

Seth Rollins Sounds Off, WWE Extreme Rules is Coming, AEW + ROH Weekend Shows | Between The Ropes (Ep. 737) from 2019-06-26T18:22

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss Seth Rollins' comments about WWE, his work, and Will Ospreay who got pulled into the discussion. They also look back the better than expected Stomping Grounds, ...

AEW All Out sells out, NJPW G1 set, put on your boots for WWE Stomping Grounds | Between The Ropes (Ep. 736) from 2019-06-19T17:45:23

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the AEW All Out selling out in 15 minutes along with matches set for their upcoming shows, NJPW G129 field and blocks announced and who their favorites are, exp...

NJPW Dominion, WWE Summer Blues, Not So Super ShowDown | Between The Ropes (Ep. 735) from 2019-06-12T18:29:34

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss NJPW Dominion including if some matches were too dangerous along with the main event between Kazuchika Okada and Chris Jericho, how the field is shaping up for ...

Adam Cole wins NXT title, Jon Moxley speaks, BOSJ and WWE Super ShowDown Hype | Between The Ropes (Ep. 734) from 2019-06-05T17:18:14

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the finals of the New Japan "Best of Super Juniors" show including Will Ospreay's big win and Jon Moxley's NJPW debut, NXT TakeOver XXV including Adam Cole winn...

AEW DoN Recap, Jon Moxley Post-WWE, Wrestling Cool Factor | Between The Ropes (Ep. 733) from 2019-05-29T16:53:45

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss AEW Double or Nothing including how the show came off along with pros and cons, Jon Moxley's surprise debut and how his post-WWE career is looking, what's next ...

Boom Box Brock, 24/7 Title Reax, Double or Nothing | Between The Ropes (Ep. 732) from 2019-05-22T17:18:35

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss WWE Money in the Bank including Brock Lesnar leaving with the men's briefcase and plans for him moving forward, Dolph Ziggler returning to attack Kofi Kingston,...

AEW Announces TV Deal, WWE Money in the Bank Preview | Between The Ropes (Ep. 731) from 2019-05-16T10:57:57

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss AEW's TV deal with TNT including what details we don't know yet, the forgetful week in WWE television, preview Money in the Bank, the Vince McMahon interview wi...

Wild Card WWE Universe, AEW Hope, NJPW Roundup | Between The Ropes (Ep. 730) from 2019-05-08T18:17:02

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the new "wild card rule" in WWE and hotshot booking to help boost ratings, changes they would like to see made, comparing AEW with the XFL and what is riding on...

Jon Moxley is Back, Goldberg vs. Lesnar Again, WWE Viewership Slipping | Between The Ropes (Ep. 729) from 2019-05-01T19:36:06

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the video showing the return of Jon Moxley and where his future could be, how WWE has treated his departure compared to others in the company that want to leave...

Busy Becky Lynch, Fun with Bray, Oh no KO! | Between The Ropes (Ep. 728) from 2019-04-24T19:15:13

Brian Fritz and Connor Casey discuss the never ending WWE Superstar Shakeup, Becky Lynch working double duty on Raw and SmackDown and the state of the WWE's women division, Bray Wyatt's return with...

Superstar Shakeup Experience, New WWE Matchups, Talent Speaking Out | Between The Ropes (Ep. 727) from 2019-04-18T18:51:46

Brian Fritz and Scott Fishman discuss the WWE Superstar Shakeup and the lack of excitement around it, the Viking Experience (!), who ended up where, new matchups, what are they doing with some peop...

Everyone Loves Kofi, WrestleMania 35 Fallout, Shakeup Coming | Between The Ropes (Ep. 726) from 2019-04-11T19:05:42

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick discuss Kofi Kingston winning the WWE Championship and the emotion surrounding that on both Raw and SmackDown, more WrestleMania 35 including Lars Sullivan debuting and ...

WrestleMania 35 is in the Books! | Between The Ropes (Ep. 725) from 2019-04-08T17:07:05

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman recap WrestleMania 35 from their live perspective at MetLife Stadium featuring the first-ever women's Mania main event, all of the bell-to-bell action, what worked a...

NXT TakeOver Kills it Again, Previewing G1 Supercard + WrestleMania 35 | Between The Ropes (Ep. 724) from 2019-04-06T20:13:09

WrestleMania Week is Here! | Between The Ropes (Ep. 723) from 2019-04-04T03:35:11

Brian Fritz and Spencer Davies discuss the WrestleMania week including the final build to WrestleMania 35, main-eventers losing their minds and a new stipulation for their match, Kofi Kingston spea...

Women to Main Event WrestleMania 35, Kofi's Finally In, G1 Supercard Set | Between The Ropes (Ep. 722) from 2019-03-28T03:00:20

Brian Fritz and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net discuss the decision to have the first-even women's main event at WrestleMania between Ronda Rousey, Becky Lynch and Charlotte Flair, Kofi Kingston ...

Kofi's Quest, Loaded WrestleMania, G1 Supercard Coming Together | Between The Ropes (Ep. 721) from 2019-03-22T11:19:10

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick discuss the Kofi Kingston storyline and the direction Big E and Xavier Woods have taken it on social media, Baron Corbin backlash, what exactly is WrestleMania in 2019, ...

WWE Goes Reality, Putting Together WrestleMania 35 + G1 Supercard | Between The Ropes (Ep. 720) from 2019-03-14T18:00:28

Brian Fritz and Mike Sempervive discuss WWE bringing reality into storylines leading into WrestleMania 35, what other matches could be added to the big show, how the G1 Supercard is shaping up and ...

The Strange, Weird, and Good in WWE Leading to Fastlane and WrestleMania | Between The Ropes (Ep. 719) from 2019-03-08T19:13:37

Brian Fritz and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net discuss the weird and strange in WWE from the Becky Lynch/Ronda Rousey/Charlotte Flair storyline, "real" feuds including Triple H versus Batista, Th...

Roman Reigns is Back, Vince McMahon is a Meanie | Between The Ropes (Ep. 718) from 2019-02-27T18:20:59

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick discuss Roman Reigns coming back to WWE following his battle with leukemia and what could be next for him in the ring, Vince McMahon again being the mean guy by screwing...

Weird Week in WWE, What Are We on the Road To? | Between The Ropes (Ep. 717) from 2019-02-21T21:01:53

Brian Fritz and Dave LaGreca discuss the weird week in WWE from the Elimination Chamber to Raw and SmackDown, NXT call-ups, lack of direction and continuity, if Kofi Kingston will win the WWE Champ...

The Man is Suspended, Elimination Chamber, New IWGP Champion | Between The Ropes (Ep. 716) from 2019-02-14T18:47:53

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick discuss the latest twist in the Becky Lynch storyline with her being replaced by Charlotte Flair at WrestleMania, the reaction to the angle, and if it would be better to...

AEW Presser, WWE Business + Future on Fox, Rumor Mongering | Between The Ropes (Ep. 715) from 2019-02-08T18:20:04

Brian Fritz is joined by Mike Sempervive to talk about the All Elite Wrestling press conference, its relationship with AAA, new signings including Kenny Omega, and matches announced for the Double ...

NXT TakeOver + WWE Royal Rumble Fallout, Mania Coming, Dean Ambrose Leaving (Ep. 714) from 2019-01-29T20:50:13

Brian Fritz and Dave LaGreca discuss NXT TakeOver and WWE Royal Rumble from the weekend, how WrestleMania 35 is already starting to come together, Becky Lynch vs. Ronda Rousey, what's next for Char...

Ready for WWE Royal Rumble + NXT TakeOver Weekend?! (Ep. 713) from 2019-01-25T19:32:13

Brian Fritz and Mike Sempervive discuss this Sunday's WWE Royal Rumble including who may be in the Rumble matches, the favorites and possible outcomes and scenarios, NXT TakeOver: Phoenix, what the...

WWE Debuts, Royal Rumble Change, Talent War Intensifies (Ep. 712) from 2019-01-17T18:27:30

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick discuss the week in WWE including the less than spectacular debuts for former NXT talent, the taming of Braun Strowman and Ronda Rousey, the big change to the Royal Rumb...

Intro to All Elite Wrestling, Road to Royal Rumble (Ep. 711) from 2019-01-11T18:30:29

Brian Fritz and Mike Sempervive discuss the All Elite Wrestling introduction rally, who is with the company right now, a possible TV deal, and ramifications that AEW could have the wrestling busine...

All Elite Wrestling News, WK13 Preview, Best of 2018 (Ep. 710) from 2019-01-02T18:48:02

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick discuss All Elite Wrestling, what we know about it right now and speculation about the group as it comes together, the growing talent wars between promotions, and the po...

2018 Biggest Pro Wrestling News Stories, 2019 Bold Predictions (Ep.709) from 2018-12-31T13:16:21

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at the biggest wrestling news stories in what was a very busy and newsworthy 2018, share some predictions for 2019, and answer your questions.

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'Fresh Start' Coming to WWE, TLC, The Elite + All Elite (Ep. 708) from 2018-12-20T17:20:24

Brian Fritz and Spencer Davies discuss WWE TLC, the 'fresh start' coming to WWE, what changes they would like to see happen and what they think will actually happen, the six call-ups from NXT and w...

Monday Night Nitro, the 'New' Daniel Bryan, and Big Weekend Shows (Ep. 707) from 2018-12-13T21:02:47

Brian Fritz and Spencer Davies discuss WWE TV including the Nitro-esque feel of RAW, how the "new" Daniel Bryan is the best thing in WWE right now, the big weekend of shows between WWE TLC and ROH ...

Remembering Dynamite Kid, WWE TV, Wrestling Arms Race (Ep. 706) from 2018-12-06T18:52:45

Brian Fritz and Mike Sempervive discuss the passing of Tom "Dynamite Kid" Billington and his legacy both the good and the bad, the week in WWE TV, if Ronda Rousey is overexposed, Daniel Bryan as a ...

What Happened to Monday Night Raw (Ep. 705) from 2018-11-29T19:23:08

Brian Fritz is joined by Mike Sempervive to discuss the mess that was WWE RAW on Monday night, why the show has gotten so boring, what is missing and some ways to liven it up. Plus, they discuss Sm...

NXT TakeOver + Survivor Series, WWE Shows Its Best and Worst (Ep. 704) from 2018-11-22T04:33:51

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick look back at the good NXT TakeOver: War Games and WWE Survivor Series, then the bad in WWE TV from cheap heat including Roman Reigns, beatdowns galore, and weird storyte...

Becky Lynch Injured, Daniel Bryan is WWE Champ, Survivor Series Preview (Ep. 703) from 2018-11-14T18:36:47

Brian Fritz and Jason Powell discuss the big changes to Survivor Series with Becky Lynch being injured and Daniel Bryan winning the WWE Championship, how big of a star Lynch has became and a possib...

WWE Crown Jewel Recap, Brock Lesnar Champ Again (Ep. 702) from 2018-11-03T00:01:11

Brian Fritz is joined by Mike Sempervive as they discuss the WWE Crown Jewel event including Shane McMahon someone being dubbed the "best in the world", Brock Lesnar regaining the WWE Universal Cha...

Roman Reigns Announcement, WWE Crown Jewel + Hulk Hogan, Evolution Set (Ep. 701) from 2018-10-25T16:30

Brian Fritz discusses Roman Reigns relinquishing the WWE Universal Championship to fight his leukemia, the title picture moving forward, the decision to turn Dean Ambrose on Seth Rollins that same ...

WWE Crown Jewel, Batista Returns on SD1000, Becky Lynch Breakout (Ep. 700) from 2018-10-18T18:00

Brian Fritz and Mike Sempervive discuss the latest on the WWE Crown Jewel controversy and WWE moving forward with the show, SmackDown 1000 including Dave Batista setting up a possible match versus ...

WWE Crown Jewel Controversy and Setup, Evolution, NJPW WK13 Matches (Ep. 699) from 2018-10-11T19:00

Brian Fritz and Mike Sempervive discuss the WWE Crown Jewel controversy and if WWE should do the show considering the politics surrounding it, what they would do if a change was made, looking back ...

Comparing ROH and NJPW, WWE Ratings, Super Show-Down (Ep. 698) from 2018-10-04T20:00

Brian Fritz and Mike Sempervive discuss the ROH 'Death Before Dishonor" and NJPW "Fighting Spirit Unleashed" shows and compare the two companies, how Wrestle Kingdom is shaping up, the upcoming WWE...

Brie Bella Reaction, Week in WWE, NJPW + ROH Weekend Shows (Ep. 697) from 2018-09-27T17:30

Brian Fritz and Stew Myrick (Sports Guys Talking Wrestling Podcast) discuss the Brie Bella - Liv Morgan incident on RAW, the reaction to what happened, and what can be learned from the situation, t...

Brock Lesnar is Back, WWE Mega-Shows, Shawn Michaels Returning to Ring (Ep. 696) from 2018-09-20T20:00

Brian Fritz is joined by Spencer Davies of the Stick to the Gimmick podcast as they discuss a very good Hell in a Cell show, Brock Lesnar returning during the main event and working the upcoming Sa...

All Roads to WWE Hell in a Cell, Remembering Foley - Undertaker (Ep. 695).mp3 from 2018-09-13T17:30

Brian Fritz is joined by Mike Sempervive as they discuss this Sunday's WWE Hell in a Cell pay-per-view, catching heat on social media, the Becky Lynch - Charlotte Flair dynamic in their feud, which...

'All In' Hits its Mark, WWE TV, Undertaker vs. HBK Again? (Ep. 694) from 2018-09-06T02:00

Brian Fritz is joined by Justin Barrasso of SI.com to discuss the 'All In' event, the spirit of the entire weekend, if there will be another one, what effect the show could have on the wrestling bu...

Between The Ropes 20-Year Anniversary Show with Fritz and Dickerman (Ep. 693) from 2018-08-25T12:00

Fritz and Dickerman celebrate the milestone 20-year anniversary of Between The Ropes! The guys share behind the scenes stories about how the show got on the air, B Randall being a part of the origi...

NXT TakeOver and WWE SummerSlam Recap, The Shield Returns (Ep. 692) from 2018-08-23T12:00

Brian Fritz and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net discuss NXT TakeOver including the latest chapter in the Tommaso Ciampa - Johnny Gargano rivalry, WWE SummerSlam with Roman Reigns finally defeating...

NJPW G1 Climax Look Back, NXT TakeOver and SummerSlam Preview (Ep. 691) from 2018-08-17T03:00

Brian Fritz talks with Justin Barrasso of SI.com who was in Tokyo for the final weekend of the NJPW G1 Climax 28, the reaction to Tetsuya Naito losing and Hiroshi Tanahashi defeating Kota Ibushi to...

Paul Heyman Performance + Pairing, Pancake Power and Free Agent Rumors (Ep. 690) from 2018-08-09T13:00

Brian Fritz and Joe Roderick discuss Paul Heyman's dramatic performance on RAW and who he could be paired with next along with SummerSlam scenarios, a pancake story from attending SmackDown, the su...

Tragic Weekend, Brock Lesnar on WWE TV, Daniel Bryan, + NJPW G1 Update (Ep. 689) from 2018-08-02T23:00

Brian Fritz is joined by Mike Sempervive to discuss the passing of "Grandmaster Sexay" Brian Christopher, Nikolai Volkoff, and Brickhouse Brown, Brock Lesnar returning to WWE TV, who Paul Heyman co...

WWE Evolution, NXT Talent, Reigns-Lesnar Again (Ep. 688) from 2018-07-26T19:00

Brian Fritz and Bryan Burga of the High Spot Podcast discuss the WWE announcement of the all-women Evolution event and what matches could be on that show, the loaded NXT talent roster and who could...

Hulk Hogan Reaction and Answering Your Questions (Ep. 687) from 2018-07-20T19:30

Brian Fritz discusses the mixed reaction to Hulk Hogan being reinstated to the WWE Hall of Fame and his immediate future in the company and then answers A LOT of your questions. 

WWE Extreme Rules, Who Should Face Lesnar, + Hulk Hogan return to WWE (Ep. 686) from 2018-07-18T20:00

Brian Fritz and Nick Hausman of Wrestlezone.com discuss the WWE Extreme Rules 2018 show, the Bayley and Sasha Banks "love" storyline, Kevin Owens big bump, who should face Brock Lesnar at SummerSla...

Pro Wrestling in MMA, Brock Lesnar in WWE, and Cutting Dangerous Moves (Ep. 685) from 2018-07-12T03:00

Brian Fritz is joined by Dave LaGreca of the "Busted Open" show on SiriusXM as they discuss the role of pro wrestling in MMA, Brock Lesnar's return to the UFC and confrontation with Daniel Cormier,...

Pulling Trigger on Seth Rollins, Future of Daniel Bryan + Young Bucks (Ep. 684) from 2018-07-06T14:30

Brian Fritz talks with Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net about the week in WWE television, possibly pulling the trigger on Seth Rollins as the Universal Champion over Roman Reigns and Braun Strowman...

Kevin Kelly on NJPW Growth, Calling Okada-Omega 4 + Upcoming G1 Climax (Ep. 683) from 2018-07-04T01:30

Brian Fritz is joined by the voice of New Japan Pro Wrestling Kevin Kelly to discuss the growth of the brand and how hot it is right now, calling the historic Kazuchika Okada - Kenny Omega 4 match ...

Breaking Down Ciampa - Gargano Feud, WWE After Money in the Bank (Ep. 682) from 2018-06-21T18:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the passing of Leon "Vader" White, NXT TakeOver: Chicago including the incredible match between Tommaso Ciampa and Johnny Gargano and their ongoing feud, Mon...

NJPW vs. WWE Presentation Style, MITB Preview (Ep. 681) from 2018-06-15T02:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the buzz coming off NJPW Dominion and the incredible championship match between Kenny Omega and Kazuchika Okada, differences in presentation between New Japa...

CM Punk Wins Case Against WWE Doctor, RAW and SmackDown Lowlights (Ep. 680).mp3 from 2018-06-07T02:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss CM Punk and Colt Cabana winning the civil lawsuit from Dr. Chris Amann and if Punk is "All In", another week of underwhelming editions of RAW and SmackDown, ...

Leaked RAW Script, New Details on WWE TV Deal (Ep. 679) from 2018-05-31T02:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the leaked RAW script from Monday's show, the pros and cons of so much detail, post-WrestleMania storylines, the importance of having diversity on the creati...

WWE Secures Major TV Deals, Worst RAW Segment in Years (Ep. 678) from 2018-05-24T03:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the reported massive new WWE TV rights deal that will see SmackDown move to Fox, the fallout from the deals including any effect on WWE programming or monthl...

All In Sells Out, Ronda Rousey Set for WWE Women's Championship Match (Ep. 677) from 2018-05-17T03:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the All In show quickly selling out, the impressive accomplishment, if it can be repeated, and the importance of Cody challenging for the NWA Worlds Champion...

Backlash against WWE Backlash, post-Mania Direction (Ep. 676) from 2018-05-11T02:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the lackluster WWE Backlash event, the vocal feedback to the show especially when it comes to Roman Reigns, the post-WrestleMania storylines heading into Mon...

Greatest Royal Rumble Controversy, Building to WWE Backlash (Ep. 675) from 2018-05-03T03:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at the Greatest Royal Rumble event in Saudi Arabia from the 50-man Royal Rumble match to Titus O'Neil's memorable moment and fallout from the show both in ...

Greatest Royal Rumble Preview, Bruno Memories, and Matt Taven (Ep. 674) from 2018-04-26T15:30

Brian Fritz talks with Kevin Eck about the life and legacy of Bruno Sammartino, his historical impact, seeing his final match in person, and sharing stories of meeting him on several occasions. The...

Remembering Bruno + WWE Shakeup, Baron Corbin and Robbie E Convos (Ep. 673) from 2018-04-19T20:30

Brian Fritz discusses the passing of the "Living Legend" Bruno Sammartino and his impact on the wrestling business and his amazing life. Then he joined by his buddy Brandon Kravitz to talk about th...

WWE Raw and SmackDown After Mania, Brock Lesnar Contract Controversy (Ep. 672) from 2018-04-13T01:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman talk about the post-WrestleMania editions of Raw and SmackDown including NXT call-ups including Ember Moon, Authors of Pain, No Way Jose, and Iconic, the returns of ...

WWE WrestleMania 34 Review, NXT TakeOver Reaction (Ep. 671) from 2018-04-09T18:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman are in New Orleans as they review WWE WrestleMania 34 including Brock Lesnar's surprising win over Roman Reigns, how Ronda Rousey did for her in-ring debut, Daniel B...

NXT TakeOver: New Orleans Post-Show Conference with Paul Levesque (Ep. 670) from 2018-04-08T03:30

WWE executive Paul "Triple H" Levesque talks with the media following NXT TakeOver: New Orleans about the event, how physical the matches were, the growth of Aleister Black and Andrade 'Cien' Almas...

WWE WrestleMania 34 Preview! (Ep. 669) from 2018-04-07T15:30

It's WWE WrestleMania 34! The guys preview the entire show including what will happen between John Cena and The Undertaker, who will be Braun Strowman's partner, and give their predictions for each...

Adam Cole on NXT TakeOver, Dalton Castle + Jay Lethal On SuperCard (Ep. 668) from 2018-04-05T10:30

Brian Fritz talks with Adam Cole about the last time he went to WrestleMania, the upcoming NXT TakeOver: New Orleans event, his debut with the brand last year, and working with longtime friends Bob...

Final Days to WrestleMania, Will We Get John Cena vs. Undertaker? (Ep. 667) from 2018-04-04T04:00

Brian Fritz and Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net discuss the final build to WrestleMania 34, the curious booking behind John Cena — Undertaker and if that match will happen, what matches they're lo...

NXT TakeOver New Orleans Media Call with Paul 'Triple H' Levesque (Ep. 666) from 2018-03-30T21:00

WWE executive Paul "Triple H" Levesque talks with the media in advance of NXT TakeOver: New Orleans and WWE WrestleMania about the state of the promotion, adding an NXT North American Championship,...

INTERVIEWS: Bruce Prichard On Mania, 'Taker; Jeff Jarrett on WWE HOF (Ep. 665) from 2018-03-30T20:30

Brian Fritz talks with Bruce Prichard about the success of his podcast, life after WWE, WrestleMania 34, the success and longevity of The Undertaker, and upcoming projects. Then, a conversation wit...

WrestleMania Near, Rousey vs. Media, Daniel Bryan Potential Partners (Ep. 664) from 2018-03-29T15:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the build-up to WrestleMania 34 which is less than two weeks away, Daniel Bryan possibly needing a tag team partner and who it could be, how WWE is leading t...

INTERVIEW: ROH COO Joe Koff on Growth, Young Bucks, + Working with NJPW (Ep 663) from 2018-03-26T17:30

Brian Fritz talks with Ring of Honor COO Joe Koff about the company's growth, where it has gone over the past year, working with the likes of Cody and the Young Bucks, keeping its talent now compar...

INTERVIEWS — Hangman Page and Jay White Talk NJPW Strong Style Evolved (Ep. 662) from 2018-03-23T19:00

Brian Fritz talks with Adam "Hangman" Page and "Switchblade" Jay White who will be squaring off for the NJPW IWGP United States Championship at the March 25 Strong Style Evolved event in Long Beach...

WWE Clears Daniel Bryan, Ultimate Deletion, Lesnar Beats Up Reigns (Ep. 661) from 2018-03-21T04:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss Daniel Bryan being medically cleared by WWE, his current storyline leading into a match at WrestleMania and how he may be used moving forward and other possi...

Fastlane Reax, John Cena Challenges Undertaker, WrestleMania 34 Card (Ep. 660) from 2018-03-15T03:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at WWE Fastlane, the WrestleMania 34 lineup including John Cena challenging Undertaker, Ronda Rousey and Brock Lesnar missing RAW, how WWE looks at its "kn...

Fastlane Preview, Defending Ronda Rousey, Potential WrestleMania Lineup (Ep 659) from 2018-03-09T04:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss how Ronda Rousey is doing so far in WWE and her detractors, her WrestleMania mixed tag team match, RAW and SmackDown from this past week from the good to the...

Elimination Chamber Reax, Reigns "Shoots" On Lesnar, Ronda Rousey Signs (Ep 658) from 2018-02-28T05:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the WWE Elimination Chamber including Roman Reigns winning the main event, going with the hot hand rather than long-term plans, Ronda Rousey signing and her ...

INTERVIEW: Trent Barreta on Indie Scene, Tag Team Success&Stupid Bumps (# 657) from 2018-02-23T16:30

Trent Barreta opens up on his career that has him wrestling in Ring of Honor, New Japan and PWG, the various tag teams he's been a part of from Roppongi Vice with Rocky Romero to the Best Friends w...

Monday Night Rollins, Elimination Chamber Preview, JJ in WWE HOF (Ep. 656) from 2018-02-21T18:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the nearly two-hour gauntlet match on WWE Raw including an incredible performance by Seth Rollins, if this will lead to the company featuring him more, the R...

WWE WrestleMania Rumors, Ronda Rousey Contract Signing, Ziggler Returns (Ep 655) from 2018-02-15T02:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the upcoming Ronda Rousey signing with the RAW brand, how WWE is missing an opportunity, a potential feud with Stephanie McMahon and what her match may be at...

Booking John Cena, NEW IMPROVED 205 Live, Bullet Club Redefining in '18 (Ep 654) from 2018-02-08T04:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the current WWE booking for John Cena leading into WrestleMania and this point in his career, RAW and SmackDown television and the difficult position of clos...

Royal Rumble&NXT TakeOver Reviews, Ronda Rousey Debuts (Ep. 653) from 2018-02-01T04:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss Ronda Rousey making her WWE debut and what her first match might be come WrestleMania 34, one of the best Royal Rumble matches in years, NXT TakeOver: Philad...

BONUS: XFL is Back, WWE Royal Rumble&NXT TakeOver Predictions (Ep. 652) from 2018-01-26T03:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the return of the XFL and what Vince McMahon did and didn't say during the introductory press conference regarding the league, then preview both the WWE Roya...

Enzo Fired, WWE RAW 25 Reaction, Looking Ahead to Royal Rumble (Ep. 651) from 2018-01-24T04:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss WWE releasing Enzo Amore following serious allegations, WWE RAW 25 including the "Stone Cold" Steve Austin / Vince McMahon segment,The Undertaker's cryptic p...

Paige Career Ending Injury, Raw25 Speculation, Daniel Bryan Rumble Odds (Ep 650) from 2018-01-18T05:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss Paige's injury that will reportedly end her WWE in-ring career, Braun Strowman being fired and re-hired in the same night on Raw, Seth Rollins brings gets hi...

Daniel Bryan Turning Heel?, Samoa Joe Injured, Mania Main Event (Ep. 649) from 2018-01-11T04:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the Daniel Bryan — Shane McMahon storyline and if Bryan could turn heel, WWE doing what's best in protecting talent and if the rule applies the same for all ...

INTERVIEWS — Court Bauer and Tom Lawlor Talk MLW + 'Zero Hour' Event (Ep. 648) from 2018-01-09T19:00

It's MLW day on the podcast! Brian Fritz talks with MLW founder and CEO Court Bauer about the upcoming 'Zero Hour' event, the return of MLW live events, the business plan going forward, and remembe...

BONUS: Wrestle Kingdom 12 Reactions (Ep. 647) from 2018-01-06T03:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman rundown the New Japan 'Wrestle Kingdom 12' event including Chris Jericho versus Kenny Omega, Kazuchika Okada against Tetsuya Naito for the IWGP Heavyweight Champions...

WWE Raw is Wacky, Bringing in 2018, Chris Jericho Controversy (Ep. 646) from 2018-01-03T05:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss bringing in the new year and their New Year's stories, the week in WWE television including Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens fun to #RusevDay along with a wacky edi...

Between The Ropes 2018 Predictions, E-mail Extravaganza (Ep. 645) from 2017-12-28T16:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman make their 2018 wrestling predictions including who will be hold either the WWE Championship or Universal Championship the longest, John Cena's role in the new year,...

Between The Ropes Best of 2017: Day 2 (Ep. 644) from 2017-12-27T13:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman are joined by Matt Fowler of IGN.com for the second of two "Year in Wrestling 2017" shows discussing these four categories:

— Brand of the Year

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Between The Ropes Best of 2017: Day 1 (Ep. 643) from 2017-12-26T13:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman are joined by Spencer Davies for the first of two "Year in Wrestling 2017" shows as they run down six categories including:

- Feud of the Year

...

?Vince Bringing Back XFL?, Clash of Champions Review, Women's Movement (Ep. 642) from 2017-12-22T06:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss rumors of the XFL's return, if it makes sense for Vince McMahon to sell the WWE right now, Clash of Champions and fallout from the show, the announcement of ...

Interviews with WWE's Triple H, Charlotte Flair, and The Big Show (Ep. 641) from 2017-12-14T22:00

Three interviews with three WWE superstars! Brian Fritz talks with Paul "Triple H" Levesque about the NXT one-night special on USA Network, the growth of the brand over the past five years, and how...

WWE Clash of Champions, Woken Matt Hardy Broken, Jericho/Omega Attacks (Ep. 640) from 2017-12-14T05:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss NXT one-night special on USA Network and if that could be permament in the future, Raw and SmackDown including the latest Matt Hardy segment and if WWE is al...

Woken Matt Hardy Debut, Ronda Rousey in WWE, Shane McMahon Heel? (Ep. 639) from 2017-12-06T05:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the WWE debut of 'Woken" Matt Hardy and if WWE will allow him creative freedom and the Broken Universe, if Shane McMahon is turning heel and how Daniel Bryan...

Mick Foley On 20 Years of Hell, Alexa Bliss Talks WWE 2K18 + Past Year (Ep. 638) from 2017-12-05T21:00

Brian Fritz talks with WWE Hall of Famer Mick Foley about hs upcoming #20YearsOfHell tour, his infamous 'Hell in a Cell' match against The Undertaker, how important Santa Claus is to him personally...

WWE Starrcade Review, 'Woken' Matt Hardy, Potential Indie Supershow (Ep. 637) from 2017-11-30T05:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the WWE Starrcade event in Greensboro which Michael attended, the Bullet Club's attempt at filling a 10,000-seat indie supershow and who they're hoping will ...

WWE Survivor Series/NXT War Games Review + Fallout, Women Debut (Ep. 636) from 2017-11-23T00:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss how NXT again won the weekend of WWE shows, the return of War Games, Drew McIntyre's injury, the main event of Survivor Series and the decision to again lean...

Daniel Bryan Wrestling, Survivor Series, Remembering Montreal Screwjob (Ep. 635) from 2017-11-15T05:30

Brian and Michael discuss Daniel Bryan's likely return to the ring and if it could be with WWE, the lead up to Survivor Series along with predictions for the show including various scenarios for th...

Ring of Honor and Indie Scene with Colt Cabana and Flip Gordon (Ep. 634) from 2017-11-09T23:30

It's Ring of Honor Thursday!!! Brian talks with Colt Cabana about his many jobs, being a trailblazer in merchandise sales, merch etiquette at shows, working with Ian Riccoboni as part of the ROH br...

WWE Title Changes, Chris Jericho at WK12, 'Nature Boy' Review (Ep. 633) from 2017-11-09T05:00

Brian and Michael discuss the buzzworthy week in wrestling with the Chris Jericho announcement that he will face Kenny Omega at the upcoming NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 12 event, major changes to the Surv...

ESPN 30 For 30 Director Rory Karpf on 'Nature Boy', Legacy of Ric Flair (Ep 632) from 2017-11-07T12:00

Brian Fritz is joined by filmmaker Rory Karpf to discuss the upcoming ESPN '30 For 30' documentary 'Nature Boy', the legacy of Ric Flair, growing up as a wrestling fan, convincing ESPN to do the fi...

"Anything for the clicks" (Ep. 631) from 2017-11-03T03:00

WWE releases three talents, Kurt Angle and Shane McMahon are set to return to the ring, and what WWE financials say about their storylines and direction. Plus, Brian and Michael discuss the week in...

"Passing the torch to pass the torch" (Ep. 630) from 2017-10-25T04:30

Brian and Michael look back at WWE TLC including Kurt Angle returning to the ring and the fallout from the show, the start of the build for Survivor Series where it will be Raw versus SmackDown, th...

WWE TLC Review, Matt Morgan on running for office (Ep. 629) from 2017-10-23T14:30

Bonus podcast! Another one as Brian Fritz discusses WWE TLC including Kurt Angle's long-awaited return to the ring in the main event match, Braun Strowman possible turn, AJ Styles vs. Finn Balor, a...

Major WWE TLC shakeup; Kurt Angle and AJ Styles added to show (Ep. 628) from 2017-10-22T14:00

Sunday bonus podcast! Brian and Michael discuss the major shakeup to WWE TLC with Roman Reigns and Bray Wyatt out due to illness and Kurt Angle now in the main event along with AJ Styles as the new...

WWE's Failure to Build Shows, 2K18 Review, Brock Lesnar vs Jinder Mahal (Ep 627) from 2017-10-19T03:30

Brian and Michael discuss the WWE's current lull leading into WWE TLC, The Shield moving forward, the company having trouble building shows and to a younger audience, Bullet Club influence on the w...

WWE Hell in a Cell Recap and Fallout, The Shield Reunite (Ep. 626) from 2017-10-11T15:00

Brian and Michael discuss WWE Hell in a Cell including Shane McMahon doing another crazy stunt to the fallout from the show, Sami Zayn turning heel and aligning with his nemesis/BFF Kevin Owens, Th...

Shield Reunion Coming, Enjoyment of NXT + WWE Hell in a Cell Preview, (Ep. 625) from 2017-10-05T18:00

Brian Fritz and Spencer Davies discuss the recent NXT tapings (spoilers!) and why the brand continues to be more enjoyable than the main WWE product, how WWE does not understand some of its talent ...

Dave Lagana on Rebuilding the NWA, Gary Cappetta Talks BodySlams Show (Ep. 624) from 2017-10-04T15:00

Brian Fritz talks with Dave Lagana on working with new NWA owner Billy Corgan to rebuild the brand, balancing the history of the brand while also presenting something new, utilizing social media, w...

WWE No Mercy Reax, Is Roman Reigns The Top Guy? (Ep. 623) from 2017-09-28T03:30

Brian and Michael look back at the WWE No Mercy show from its hot start to its cold ending, comparing the rise of Roman Reigns to past superstars and if he is the top guy now after beating John Cen...

WWE No Mercy Preview, Jinder Mahal Controversy, Remembering 'The Brain' (Ep 622) from 2017-09-22T13:30

Brian and Michael remember the late great Bobby 'The Brain' Heenan, discuss the return of Starrcade in North Carolina, look back at the week in WWE TV including the Jinder Mahal controversy, a prev...

ROH champ Cody on Current Run, Josh Mathews talks Impact's future (Ep. 621) from 2017-09-21T14:30

Brian Fritz is joined by Ring of Champion Cody as they discuss his current title run, why he feels more connected to his legendary father Dusty Rhodes than ever before, his wrestling future, and wo...

Hurricane Irma, Kevin Owens Makes Vince Bleed, Monsters Collide (Ep. 620) from 2017-09-15T02:30

Brian and Michael are back for a mega pod! The guys discuss Hurricane Irma and Brian experiencing it first-hand in Central Florida, The Miz and Maryse's announcement, the big angle involving Kevin ...

Impact Wrestling Troubles, John Cena v Roman Reigns Part Deux (Ep. 619) from 2017-09-07T01:30

Brian and Michael discuss the latest round of major issues for Impact Wrestling from Jeff Jarrett being forced out to major financial problems and why the company has been unable to get back on tra...

John Cena Shoots on Roman Reigns, WWE Hotshotting Matches (Ep. 618) from 2017-08-31T02:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss John Cena shooting down Roman Reigns in their promo showdown on 'Raw' and if WWE should embrace more reality-based segments, if the WWE is giving away big ma...

WWE SummerSlam + NXT TakeOver, Beach Balls and Daniel Bryan Returning? (Ep. 617) from 2017-08-24T02:00

Brian and Michael recap WWE ''SummerSlam' and 'NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn III', Adam Cole's exciting debut, Booby Roode call-up to 'SmackDown', beach balls at WWE events and if they are fun or rude, Da...

NJPW G1 Climax Excited, WWE SummerSlam Preview (Ep. 616) from 2017-08-17T04:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the NJPW G1 Climax and that promotion moving into 2018, the week in WWE from Baron Corbin's MITB cash-in flub to Dean Ambrose and Seth Rollins reuniting and ...

Drew McIntyre Talks NXT TakeOver, Gail Kim on Winding Down Her Career (Ep. 615) from 2017-08-15T12:30

Brian Fritz talks with NXT superstar Drew McIntyre about his big main event match at Saturday's TakeOver: Brooklyn III against Booby Roode for the NXT Championship, his journey back to the company,...

Recapping the 2017 NJPW G1 Climax with John Pollack (Ep. 614) from 2017-08-14T10:00

Brian Fritz is joined by the Fight Network's John Pollock as they recap the 2017 NJPW G1 Climax including Tetsuya Naito winning the tournament for the second time, the countless incredible matches ...

WWE SummerSlam Grows, Possible Superstar Shakeup with Jason Powell (Ep. 613) from 2017-08-10T05:00

Brian Fritz is joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net as they discuss WWE SummerSlam which continues to grow, why it looks like Charlotte and Becky Lynch won't be on that show, if UFC champion ...

John Cena and Brock Lesnar WWE Future, SummerSlam Taking Shape (Ep. 612) from 2017-08-03T03:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the WWE future of both John Cena and Brock Lesnar, what it could mean for the company going forward, how SummerSlam is coming together and if Cena will be a ...

Seth Rollins Talks 'Armed Response', Kenny King on 'The Bachelorette' (Ep. 611) from 2017-08-02T14:00

Brian Fritz talks with WWE superstar Seth Rollins about his upcoming movie "Armed Response", the process of making the movie, fight scenes, going through rehab while making it, his return to the ri...

Battleground Review, WWE Stumbles Towards SummerSlam (Ep. 610) from 2017-07-27T04:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at WWE Battleground, the return of the Great Khali, storytelling issues and hotshotting matches heading towards SummerSlam, NXT debuts, GFW champion suspen...

Kurt Angle's Big Reveal, WWE Battleground Preview with Spencer Davies (Ep. 609) from 2017-07-20T12:40:44

Brian Fritz is joined by Spencer Davies as they discuss rumors of Brock Lesnar fighting again in UFC, the Kurt Angle — Jason Jordan storyline on Raw, the end of American Alpha, the WWE tag team sce...

James Storm on Slammiversary, TNA Early Days, DCC Angle, and GFW (Ep. 608) from 2017-07-18T21:10:04

Brian Fritz brings on 'Cowboy" James Storm to discuss Slammiversary XV, being a TNA original, having Jeff Jarrett back in an executive role with the company, the change to GFW, his role backstage, ...

Great Balls of Fire, SummerSlam, and Del Rio Suspension with Justin Barrasso (Ep. 607) from 2017-07-13T12:47:54

Brian Fritz is joined by SI.com's Justin Barrasso as they discuss the suspension of Alberto Del Rio, Great Balls of Fire and the fallout from that event leading into SummerSlam, the Hardy Boyz batt...

NJPW G1USA Special Recap with Will Pruett (Ep. 606) from 2017-07-03T14:49:18

Brian Fritz is joined by Will Pruett of ProWrestling.net to discuss the NJPW G1USA Special event in Long Beach, Calif., their experience over the past few days covering the event, Bullet Club domin...

Big Weekend in Wrestling, Great Balls of Fire are Coming (Ep. 605) from 2017-06-29T01:23:31

Brian Fritz is joined by Scott Fishman as they discuss Cody becoming the ROH Champion, his title vs. title match against IWGP Heavyweight Champion Kazuchika Okada at NJPW's debut in Long Beach, Imp...

WWE 'Money in the Bank', Austin Aries Talks New Book (Ep. 604) from 2017-06-22T13:51:32

Brian Fritz talks about the WWE 'Money in the Bank' including the women's ladder match, creative difficulties within the company, build-up for Brock Lesnar-Samoa Joe, and how it's all about Summers...

Okada vs Omega 2 Delights, WWE Money in the Bank Predictions (Ep. 603) from 2017-06-16T00:46:55

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at the NJPW Dominion show including the fantastic rematch between Kazuchika Okada and Kenny Omega, comparing New Japan to WWE, the brawl between Samoa Joe ...

EC3 on State of Impact Wrestling, India Tour, and Slammiversary (Ep. 602) from 2017-06-08T22:32:27

Brian Fritz brings on Ethan Carter III to discuss his weird schedule, Impact Wrestling's tapings in India and why the trip was miserable for him, new ownership, once again being a protagonist, his ...

WWE Extreme Rules Reaction, Lost Bayley, New Japan in North America (Ep. 601) from 2017-06-08T00:19:29

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at WWE Extreme Rules, Samoa Joe as the #1 contender for Brock Lesnar at Great Balls of Fire, what has happened with Bayley, missed opportunities with Bray ...

Women of Raw, WWE Extreme Rules Preview (Ep. 600) from 2017-05-31T23:40:58

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the awful "This is Your Life" segment from Raw and what has happened to the women's division, comparing Seth Rollins and Dolph Ziggler, a preview of Extreme ...

Jinder Mahal Wins WWE Championship, NXT TakeOver: Chicago Reaction (Ep. 599) from 2017-05-25T01:58:01

Brian and Michael are back after a busy weekend and newsworthy week in professional wrestling! They'll give their reactions to the UK Championship special and NXT TakeOver: Chicago, discuss the con...

NXT TakeOver: Chicago Media Call with Paul "Triple H" Levesque (Ep. 598) from 2017-05-19T17:30:20

WWE executive Paul “Triple H” Levesque talks with the media ahead of the NXT TakeOver: Chicago event about the progress of Hideo Itami, the losses behind the scenes to the brand that they’ve had to...

WWE Roundup, Backlash Preview With Kevin Eck (Ep. 597) from 2017-05-18T02:35:40

Brian Fritz is joined by Kevin Eck of PressBoxOnline.com as they discuss what WWE might do without Braun Strowman, Finn Balor as Jinder Mahal as possible top guys, Backlash preview including what m...

Braun Strowman Injury, President The Rock (Ep. 596) from 2017-05-12T01:43:38

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the effects of Braun Strowman's injury to Raw, what the WWE can do to get some sizzle back, the anniversary of the infamous Plane Ride from Hell, The Rock co...

Adam 'Hangman' Page on Bullet Club, His Teaching Days and ROH 'War of the Worlds' (Ep. 595) from 2017-05-09T22:50:38

Brian Fritz talks with Adam 'Hangman" Page about this Friday's Ring of Honor 'War of the Worlds' pay-per-view, being a member of the Bullet Club for a year, being a teacher and a wrestler, his buil...

WWE Payback Reaction, Billy Corgan Buys NWA (Ep. 594) from 2017-05-04T03:48:02

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at the WWE Payback show including the House of Horrors match, why Raw needs Brock Lesnar back, why Jinder Mahal should become WWE Champion, Adam Cole hitti...

Ian Riccobani on Broadcasting, Becoming Lead Voice of Ring of Honor (Ep. 593) from 2017-05-02T16:44:50

Brian Fritz talks with the lead announcer of Ring of Honor Ian Riccaboni as he tells his story of growing up wanting to be a wrestling announcer to where he is now, learning from Kevin Kelly, worki...

WWE Payback Preview, House of Horrors, and Pandemonium! (Ep. 592) from 2017-04-27T21:12:40

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the upcoming Vince McMahon biopic 'Pandemonium', WWE's old -school mentality involving several key storylines along with a preview of WWE Payback including t...

Braun Strowman and Big Show Break RAW Ring, Jinder Mahal NEW #1 Contender (Ep. 591) from 2017-04-20T01:51:07

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman as they get swept away in the post-WrestleMania hangover. This week on the show they chat about Braun Strowman and Big Show breaking the RAW ring, the thought proces...

WWE Superstar Shake-up Reaction, Mauro Ranallo Gone from SmackDown Live? (Ep. 590) from 2017-04-13T01:33:38

Join Brian Fritz and Michael A. Wiseman as they chat about a newsworthy week in pro wrestling. They'll give their reactions to the WWE Superstar Shake-up and what potential feuds this opens up for ...

WWE RAW and SmackDown LIVE after Mania, Shinsuke Nakamura Debuts, Superstar Shake-up (Ep. 589) from 2017-04-07T01:12:01

Brian and Michael are back just days after WrestleMania 33 to chat about the eventful RAW after Mania and SmackDown LIVE shows, the debut of Shinsuke Nakamura to the main roster along with Tye Dill...

WWE WrestleMania 33 Reaction: Undertaker's Last Ride, Hardys Surprise (Ep. 588) from 2017-04-03T20:03:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman break down WrestleMania 33 including the Undertaker's retirement, the Hardy Boyz return and what is next for WWE.

WWE WrestleMania 33 Final Predictions (Ep. 587) from 2017-03-31T01:41:13

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman preview WrestleMania 33 from top to bottom, give their predictions on all of the matches as well as for NXT TakeOver: Orlando and what we could see some Raw and Smac...

WrestleMania 33 Talk with Jason Powell (Ep. 586) from 2017-03-29T12:47:57

Brian Fritz is joined by Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net as they discuss WrestleMania 33, how the card has shaped up, the intrigue of the Roman Reigns - Undertaker match and what they could do out...

BTR 585: Rich Bocchini and Tama Tonga on WrestleMania Week from 2017-03-28T20:51:46

Brian Fritz talks with Rich Rocchini — former Rich Brennan — about WrestleMania week, FEST Wrestling, NXT talent he works with, announcing with JB, and announcers feuding on Impact Wrestling. Then,...

BTR 584: Alexa Bliss on WrestleMania 33, Tye Dillinger on NXT TakeOver from 2017-03-27T19:20:10

Brian Fritz talks with SmackDown Women's Champion Alexa Bliss about her mean persona, always being the center of attention, being drafted from NXT to SmackDown, and her first WrestleMania match. Th...

Bobby Fish Talks Free Agency, Michael Kingston on Headlocked Comics (Ep. 583) from 2017-03-24T17:29:28

Brian Fritz talks with Ring of Honor star Bobby Fish about his pending free agency, what this mean about him working with ROH going forward and where he could show up, hitting his groove, when reDR...

AJ Styles, Shawn Michaels, and WrestleMania 33 Matchmaking (Ep. 582) from 2017-03-24T03:08:56

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the dream match that almost was for WrestleMania 33, more on the build to the big show, rumors of WWE buying Ring of Honor, the latest on the Hardys, and you...

NXT: TakeOver Orlando Conference Call with Paul "Triple H" Levesque (Ep. 581) from 2017-03-23T16:54:45

WWE executive Paul “Triple H” Levesque talks with the media in advance of NXT: TakeOver in Orlando as he discusses where he feels the brand is right now, UK talents working at Axxess, how early tal...

Kurt Angle and Charlotte Flair talk WrestleMania (Ep. 580) from 2017-03-23T02:43:39

Brian Fritz brings on Kurt Angle to discuss his WWE, going into the Hall of Fame, his Angle Strong app and what he plans on doing with the company going forward. Then, Brian talks with Charlotte Fl...

BTR 579: WrestleMania 33 Card — Yay or Nay? from 2017-03-17T02:56:01

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the WrestleMania 33 card and if they are coming around to it, the big angles on both Raw and SmackDown, talk of next year's main event already in place, Shin...

BTR 578: Matt Riddle and Joel Allen from 2017-03-16T12:41:45

Brian Fritz brings on the 'King of Bros' Matt Riddle to discuss his rise in professional wrestling, how he has been able to improve so quickly, his crazy schedule including during WrestleMania week...

BTR 577: The Mishaps of WWE Fastlane and the Road to WrestleMania from 2017-03-09T04:20:01

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman break down WWE Fastlane and what went wrong, Goldberg becoming WWE Universal Champion and what it means for the company, Raw and SmackDown from the week, the build t...

BTR 576: Dave Lagana from 2017-03-08T01:24:41

Brian Fritz talks with former WWE and Impact Wrestling writer and producer Dave Lagana about his decision to leave Impact a few months ago, the Broken Universe and the emergence of "Broken" Matt Ha...

BTR 575: Latest New Era for Impact Wrestling + WWE Fastlane Preview from 2017-03-04T01:20:25

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss The Hardys and Drew Galloway parting ways with Impact Wrestling, where they could go next, major changed to the company, preview this Sunday's WWE Fastlane, ...

BTR 574: Ring of Honor 15th Anniversary with Frankie Kazarian from 2017-02-28T14:29:19

Brian Fritz talks with Frankie Kazarian about joining the Bullet Club, Ring of Honor turning 15, thoughts on when the promotion first started, gritty wrestling, his band Vex Temper putting out new ...

BTR 573: Week in WWE, Remembering Legends and Braun Strowman from 2017-02-24T03:57:58

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman talk about the passing of George "The Animal" Steele and Ivan Koloff and discuss the week in WWE from great promos, the rise of Braun Strowman, the SmackDown Battle ...

BTR 572: WWE Elimination Chamber, Festival of Friendship from 2017-02-16T02:34:20

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman break down WWE Elimination Chamber, Bray Wyatt as the WWE Champion, Kevin Owens turning on Chris Jericho in the 'Festival of Friendship', Bayley defeating Charlotte ...

BTR 571: Tony Schiavone from 2017-02-13T22:14:16

Brian Fritz talks with former NWA and WCW announcer Tony Schiavone about his "What Happened When" podcast on MLW Radio, his "return" to wrestling, memories of Saturday nights on the Superstation, t...

BTR 570: Week in WWE, XFL doc, Elimination Chamber Preview from 2017-02-09T02:04:08

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the week in WWE on Raw and SmackDown, bad finishes, the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary "This Was The XFL", the new "24: Dallas" show on the WWE Network and it's ...

BTR 569: Bruce Prichard from 2017-02-08T01:02:33

Brian Fritz is joined by Bruce Prichard to discuss his "Something to Wrestle With" podcast, being Vince McMahon's right-hand man during the Attitude Era, some of his favorites storylines that he wo...

BTR 568: WWE Royal Rumble Recap, Road to WrestleMania from 2017-02-03T04:15:39

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman recap NXT TakeOver: San Antonio and the WWE Royal Rumble — both of which Brian was at — and look ahead on the road to WrestleMania including Fast Lane, Elimination C...

BTR 567: WWE Royal Rumble 2017 Preview from 2017-01-27T04:25:59

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman preview this Sunday's WWE Royal Rumble including possible surprises, who they think will win the Rumble, along with the championship matches, and the ramifications f...

BTR 566: AJ Styles talks WWE Royal Rumble, Drew Galloway on UK scene, Charlie Ebersol on XFL doc from 2017-01-26T22:01:49

Three interviews on the podcast! First, Brian Fritz talks with WWE Champion AJ Styles about this Sunday's Royal Rumble where he will face John Cena, his first year in the company, thoughts on some ...

BTR 565: NXT TakeOver San Antonio Conference Call from 2017-01-26T19:55:57

WWE executive Paul “Triple H” Levesque speaks with the media for the NXT: TakeOver San Antonio conference call as he discusses the upcoming event, deals with UK talents and their contracts overseas...

BTR 564: Bill Goldberg on WWE Royal Rumble, Xavier Woods talks The New Day historic run from 2017-01-23T22:17:13

Brian Fritz talks with former WCW and WWE champion Bill Goldberg about returning to the ring, beating Brock Lesnar in under 90 seconds at Survivor Series, coming full circle in his career and being...

BTR 563: WWE Recap, UK Tournament and Kenny Omega from 2017-01-20T03:16:57

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the WWE UK Championship tournament, Kenny Omega talking about his future, the week in WWE on Raw and SmackDown including the return of Mickie James, Kurt Ang...

BTR 562: Rocky Romero on Wrestle Kingdom, NJPW Expansion from 2017-01-17T20:34:53

Brian Fritz talks with Rocky Romero about Wrestle Kingdom 11, becoming a 7-time IWGP Junior Tag Team champion, the main event between Kazuchika Okada and Kenny Omega, NJPW expansion and coming to L...

BTR 561: Wrestle Kingdom + ROH with Adam Cole, Week in WWE from 2017-01-12T01:01:46

Brian Fritz talks with 3-time Ring of Honor champion Adam Cole about winning the title at Wrestle Kingdom 11, the main event between Kazuchika Okada and Kenny Omega, what's next for him and Ring of...

BTR 560: Wrestle Kingdom 11, WWE Royal Rumble with Justin Barrasso from 2017-01-05T02:58:24

Brian Fritz is joined by SI.com's Justin Barrasso to discuss NJPW Wrestle Kingdom 11, Kenny Omega going forward, Ring of Honor free agency, and the WWE heading into the Royal Rumble and then Wrestl...

BTR 559: Year End Review of 2016 from 2016-12-30T17:48:46

Brian and Michael recap the year in wrestling in 2016 and their year-end awards from most memorable moments, best feud, wrestler of the year and the top matches.

BTR 558: Robbie E from 2016-12-29T15:26:55

Brian catches up with Robbie E to discuss the big changes in his life over the past year, his expectations for 2017, TNA Wrestling moving forward, "Broken" Matt Hardy and standing out in wrestling,...

BTR 557: Week in WWE, Royal Rumble + WrestleMania Talk from 2016-12-28T16:38:27

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the week in WWE including Raw and SmackDown, John Cena's return and appearance on Talking Smack, possible directions for both the Royal Rumble and WrestleMan...

BTR 556: Scott Fishman on The Year in Wrestling 2016 from 2016-12-23T00:25:06

Brian Fritz is joined by Scott Fishman as they discuss the year that was in wrestling for WWE, NXT, Ring of Honor and TNA Wrestling and where they're at heading into 2017.

BTR 555: Roadblock Recap, Week in WWE and Booking Ideas from 2016-12-22T03:07:45

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss 'Roadblock', comparing Raw and SmackDown from this week and look ahead to both the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania including the weekly "Guess WrestleMania" se...

BTR 554: WWE Roundup, Roadblock Preview, News and Notes from 2016-12-15T00:06:21

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss what they're watching on the WWE Network, Raw and SmackDown from this past week and preview Sunday's Roadblock PPV and the weekly 'Guess WrestleMania' segmen...

BTR 553: Ian Frisch from 2016-12-13T00:24:53

Brian Fritz is joined by journalist Ian Frisch to discuss his piece on WWE business for VICE Sports "Breaking Kayfabe: An Inside Look at WWE's Unlikely Business Empire", his biggest takeaway from t...

BTR 552: TLC Recap, Week in WWE, John Cena on SNL from 2016-12-09T01:02:57

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss WWE TLC, the week in WWE television including some tiresome and hokey storylines, is Samoa Joe finally getting called up to the main roster, John Cena hostin...

BTR 551: Jay Lethal and Cody Rhodes from 2016-12-03T04:12:47

Brian Fritz talks with Jay Lethal about his career thus far from starting in New Jersey to finding his charisma in TNA Wrestling to now his second stint in Ring of Honor including his two long cham...

BTR 550: Week in WWE, TLC Preview and TNA Lawsuit from 2016-12-02T00:33:18

It's a FANTASY WARFARE edition of the podcast as Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the week in WWE including Sasha Banks winning the women's championship for a third time on Raw to AJ Styles ...

BTR 549: NXT TakeOver + WWE Survivor Series Recap, Looking Forward from 2016-11-24T02:24:58

Brian and Michael recap NXT TakeOver and WWE Survivor Series including Goldberg's dominating victory over Brock Lesnar, analysis the difficulty of making major stars in today's WWE, give their favo...

BTR 548: WWE Survivor Series + TakeOver Preview, Undertaker Returns and WrestleMania from 2016-11-17T05:17:57

Brian and Michael preview the big WWE weekend in Toronto including NXT TakeOver and the Survivor Series featuring Brock Lesnar vs. Goldberg, The Undertaker returning on SmackDown and look ahead to ...

BTR 547: NXT TakeOver Toronto Conference Call from 2016-11-11T17:53:21

Media conference call for NXT TakeOver: Toronto with WWE executive Paul "Triple H" Levesque discussing the event, the new 'Live 205' show on the WWE Network, the possibility of NXT going live, Shaw...

BTR 546: Colt Cabana from 2016-11-08T23:22:34

Colt Cabana drops in to discuss his latest documentary Wrestling Road Diaries 3: Funny Equals Money (now available at WrestlingRoadDiaries.com), how difficult yet gratifying comedy wrestling can be...

BTR 545: WWE Hell in a Cell, Cruiserweights, TNA Wrestling In-Fighting, and Undertaker Return from 2016-11-03T23:19:51

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss WWE Hell in a Cell and the decision to put the women on last, Survivor Series build, the new '205 Live' Cruiserweight Division show and the over-abundance of...

BTR 544: WWE Roundup, TNA Court Woes, Hell in a Cell Predictions from 2016-10-28T01:00

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the week in WWE, TNA Wrestling's court hearing and the latest on its ownership issues, FloSports getting into the wrestling streaming video business and a pr...

BTR 543: Week in WWE, Latest on TNA Ownership from 2016-10-21T00:48:51

Brian and Michael discuss the latest regarding TNA Wrestling and its ownership issues, Goldberg's return to WWE, missing out on making stars, James Ellsworth almost big moment and AJ Styles vs. Sha...

BTR 542: WWE Roundup, TNA Wrestling lawsuits and Bayley from 2016-10-14T12:30:19

Brian and Michael discuss the legal situation in TNA Wrestling with Billy Corgan filing a lawsuit against it and Dixie Carter, the WWE Network survey and would could be coming, the No Mercy PPV, Go...

BTR 541: Rich Bocchini from 2016-10-13T01:28:14

Brian is joined at the FRITZ-O-DOME by Rich Bocchini (former WWE announcer Rich Brennan) as they discuss what he's doing these days, his upcoming gig calling Fest Wrestling on October 30, (find out...

BTR 540: Bobby Roode from 2016-10-06T20:46:18

Brian Fritz catches up with NXT star Bobby Roode about joining the brand and 12 years with TNA Wrestling, his "glorious" theme music and aspirations within WWE. Plus, he discusses the rumors of a T...

BTR 539: Big Match, TNA Wrestling Rumors + Week in WWE from 2016-10-06T02:11:05

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the big swirling rumors of a potential Goldberg - Brock Lesnar match at Survivor Series, TNA possibly being sold with WWE getting the video library, takeaway...

BTR 538: Future of TNA Wrestling, Week in WWE from 2016-09-29T03:10:22

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the future of TNA Wrestling with its ownership in the balance, WWE Clash of Champions, what stands out between Raw and SmackDown, the resurgence of The Miz a...

BTR 537: WWE Clash of Champions, Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame Picks with Kevin Eck from 2016-09-23T00:21:40

Brian Fritz is joined by Kevin Eck (online at kevineckwrestling.sportsblog.com and pressboxonline.com) to discuss the differences between WWE shows Raw and SmackDown, this Sunday's Clash of Champio...

BTR 536: WWE Cruiserweight Champion TJ Perkins from 2016-09-16T17:54:06

Brian Fritz speaks with the winner of the Cruiserweight Classic and now WWE Cruiserweight Champion TJ Perkins about the tournament, when he fought out the title was also on the line, facing Kota Ib...

BTR 535: CM Punk, AJ Styles and WWE Talk with Todd Martin from 2016-09-14T11:24

Brian Fritz catches up with Todd Martin of the Pro Wrestling Torch (www.PWTorch.com) as they discuss what could be next for CM Punk including wre...

BTR 534: WWE Roundup, Broken Matt Hardy with Kevin Eck from 2016-09-08T02:59:32

Brian Fritz brings on Kevin Eck of The Eck Factor blog to discuss Kevin Owens as the WWE Universal Championship, why that title feels more important the WWE Championship, Dean Ambrose run as champ ...

BTR 533: New WWE Era, Trending Storylines with Jason Powell from 2016-09-01T01:29:58

Brian Fritz catches up with Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net about the new era in the WWE with reality-based storylines that trend on social media, new angles involving Stephanie McMahon and Triple...

BTR 532: Realism in Wrestling, Post - WWE SummerSlam Plans with Ted Gruber from 2016-08-25T17:37:49

Brian Fritz talks with Ted Gruber of Fansided.com about realism in wrestling following The Miz - Daniel Bryan and Brock Lesnar being fined storylines, post - SummerSlam possibilities in WWE and if ...

BTR 531: WWE SummerSlam, Raw and SmackDown Recap from 2016-08-25T02:05:52

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman give their thoughts on SummerSlam, Raw and SmackDown, the interesting few days for Brock Lesnar and his possible upcoming suspension, Finn Balor's injury, Bret Hart'...

BTR 530: NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn II Recap, SummerSlam Preview from NYC! from 2016-08-21T17:42:25

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman are in New York City and talk about their night from the wild scene at a sports bar watching UFC 202, NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn II including Shinsuke Nakamura becoming ...

BTR 529: Jim Ross on WWE SummerSlam and his Upcoming Shows from 2016-08-19T00:53:52

Brian Fritz talks with WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross about his upcoming "Ringside" shows in Orlando, FL during WrestleMania weekend (which go on sale this coming Monday at 10a ET at Listen

BTR 528: WWE Roundup, TNA News and SummerSlam Preview from 2016-08-18T11:26:08

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss WWE Raw and SmackDown, the suspensions of both Alberto Del Rio and Paige, the changes in TNA management involving Dixie Carter and Billy Corgan and preview b...

BTR 527: NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn II Conference Call with Triple H from 2016-08-17T16:55:01

WWE Executive Vice President of Talent, Live Events and Creative, Paul “Triple H” Levesque speaks with the media about NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn II at the Barclays this Saturday, putting the cruiserwe...

BTR 526: Kevin Kelly in Tokyo, Japan! from 2016-08-13T01:07:12

Brian Fritz talks with Kevin Kelly — who is in Tokyo, Japan to call the finals of the NJPW G1 Climax — about being in Japan with Steve Corino, how the tournament has played out, Michael Elgin's suc...

BTR 525: WWE star Big Cass, Jason Static on pro wrestling play from 2016-08-11T19:29:07

Two interviews on the podcast! First, Big Cass jumps on to talk about getting called from from NXT, his WWE debut with Enzo Amore, the most outlandish things his partner has said, working singles w...

BTR 524: WWE Raw, SmackDown Talk with Michael Wiseman from 2016-08-11T00:38:42

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss Raw and SmackDown including how the show's are doing following the brand split, the uniqueness of Dean Ambrose, Rusev becoming a star, Finn Balor's chances a...

BTR 523: WWE Roundup with Justin Barrasso from 2016-08-05T20:40:45

Brian Fritz is joined by Justin Barrasso of SI.com to discuss the WWE brand extension, which brand will be in a better position by WrestleMania 33, other possible talent being signed away from TNA ...

BTR 522: WWE Raw, SmackDown Recap and Wrestling News with Michael Wiseman from 2016-08-04T00:34:58

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman talk about this week's editions of WWE Raw and SmackDown, the card for SummerSlam, how Rhyno is doing in his political run in Michigan, Paige's status and Booker T r...

BTR 521: WWE Battleground, Raw and SmackDown Recap from 2016-07-28T02:04:22

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman look back at WWE Battleground and then discuss the new era of the WWE with both Raw and SmackDown along with a look ahead to SummerSlam and Brock Lesnar's status wit...

BTR 520: WWE Draft Reaction with Kevin Eck from 2016-07-21T21:35:07

Brian Fritz brings on former WWE creative team member Kevin Eck — now with The Eck Factor blog (http://www.kevineckwrestling.spo...

BTR 519: WWE Draft Recap, Battleground Preview from 2016-07-21T02:55:10

Brian and Michael recap the WWE Draft including their thoughts on how the rosters shaped up and how talent could be used going forward, their own ideas on some things they wanted to see, NXT call-u...

BTR 518: WWE Mock Draft! from 2016-07-15T01:45:24

It's the Between The Ropes WWE mock draft! In anticipation of the WWE draft, Brian and Michael do one of their own and with their own rules with each making 30 picks from the current WWE and NXT ro...

BTR 517: WWE Raw Recap, Brock Lesnar Wins at UFC 200 from 2016-07-14T03:14:24

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman talk Brock Lesnar winning at UFC 200 and what this could mean for his future in WWE, the UFC sale and how much the WWE may be worth now, Raw from Monday night includ...

BTR 516: Angelico and Veda Scott from 2016-07-08T13:03:17

Two guests on the podcast! First, Brian talks with and Angelico about his recent injuries and when he's getting back in the ring, working with Lucha Underground, how it compares to AAA, his insane ...

BTR 515: Wrestling Roundup, Final Deletion Match from 2016-07-07T01:57:34

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss the Final Deletion match on Impact Wrestling, going outside the box in wrestling, the holiday edition of WWE Raw, food fights, John Cena's stardom going to a...

BTR 514: WWE Roundup with Michael Wiseman from 2016-06-29T12:10:53

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman talk about the WWE Raw from Monday night, the upcoming Battleground event, the underrated Rusev, call-ups before the draft, the WWE house show and NXT tapings that B...

BTR 513: WWE 2K17 Announcement with Paul Heyman from 2016-06-27T13:51:42

Media conference call with Paul Heyman on the announcement of Brock Lesnar being on the cover of the new WWE 2K17 video game, the upcoming brand extension, Lesnar's return to the UFC, SummerSlam an...

BTR 512: WWE Roundup with Michael Wiseman from 2016-06-22T11:59:19

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss Roman Reigns being suspended by the WWE for violating the Wellness Policy and the possible fallout from that, Money In The Bank including Dean Ambrose leavin...

BTR 511: Roman Reigns suspension, WWE Talk with Kevin Eck from 2016-06-21T22:29:49

Brian Fritz talks with Kevin Eck of The Eck Factor blog about Roman Reigns suspension for violating the WWE Wellness Policy, dealing with suspension when he worked on the WWE creative team, the upc...

BTR 510: Wrestling Roundup with Michael Wiseman from 2016-06-15T11:41:30

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman talk about the recent show including NXT TakeOver and TNA Slammiversary along with all the financial issues swirling around TNA Wrestling. Then they discuss Raw, the...

BTR 509: WWE Raw, Wrestling Roundup with Michael Wiseman from 2016-06-08T12:10:58

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss Brock Lesnar going back to UFC to face Mark Hunt at UFC 200 and the possible fallout from that fight. Plus, they talk Raw from Monday night, NXT TakeOver: Th...

BTR 508: Austin Aries from 2016-06-07T20:45:07

NXT superstar Austin Aries talks about this Wednesday's NXT TakeOver: The End event and his big match against Shinsuke Nakamura, his journey to WWE and NXT, if he thought he would ever work there, ...

BTR 507: NXT TakeOver: The End conference call with Paul “Triple H” Levesque from 2016-06-07T17:01:31

WWE executive Paul “Triple H” Levesque talks with the media about the upcoming NXT TakeOver: The End show, if the NXT roster will look different following the brand split, how aggressive the compan...

BTR 506: WWE star Dolph Ziggler, ROH star ACH from 2016-06-03T15:33:26

Two interviews on the podcast! First, Brian Fritz talks about WWE superstar Dolph Zigger about Swerved Season 2 (all nine episodes premiering on the WWE Network immediately following Raw on Monday)...

BTR 505: Rich Bocchini aka Rich Brennan from 2016-06-02T01:27:19

Brian Fritz sits down with Rich Bocchini (formerly WWE announcer Rich Brennan) about calling hockey, how he got into broadcasting wrestling and making his way to the WWE, why he think he got cut so...

BTR 504: WWE Roundup with Michael Wiseman from 2016-05-31T23:41:15

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman talk about WWE Raw from Monday night including AJ Styles' heel turn and reuniting with The Club against John Cena, the upcoming brand split including what they would...

BTR 503: WWE SmackDown move, brand split and Raw recap with Scott Fishman from 2016-05-25T16:17:20

Brian Fritz talks with Scott Fishman of Channel Guide Magazine about the big WWE news with SmackDown moving to Tuesday nights and going live, a brand split and draft as well as all of the possibili...

BTR 502: Natalya and Adam Cole from 2016-05-18T23:47:24

Two interviews on the latest podcast! First, Brian Fritz talks with WWE superstar Natalya about her big moment on Raw, her wrestling soulmate Charlotte who'll she square off against at Extreme Rule...

BTR 501: WWE Raw, Extreme Rules with Michael Wiseman from 2016-05-18T02:45:46

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss WWE Raw from Monday night including the women getting the main event slot on the show, Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson's current role, corny promos and Kevin ...

BTR 500: WWE Talk with Michael Wiseman from 2016-05-11T03:54:08

It's the 500th edition of the Between The Ropes podcast-only show! Brian Fritz is joined by Michael Wiseman as they do a deep-dive into the WWE from the recent releases, the "new era" of the compan...

BTR 499: WWE Roundup with Eric Gargiulo from 2016-05-05T02:49:45

Brian Fritz catches up with Eric Gargiulo from www.CamelClutchBlog.com as they talk WWE Payback, the Shane-Stephanie McMahon storylines, ...

BTR 498: Chris Sabin from 2016-05-04T14:08:58

Brian Fritz talks with Chris Sabin about this Sunday's Ring of Honor "Global Wars" PPV, reforming the Motor City Machine Guns with Alex Shelley, the tag team scene in ROH, being a part of the heyda...

BTR 497: WWE Payback 2016 Preview with Damon Martin from 2016-04-27T20:12:54

Brian Fritz catches up with Damon Martin of FoxSports.com as they talk this Sunday's WWE Payback PPV, when and how Finn Balor could debut on the main roster, how AJ Styles could factor into this, t...

BTR 496: Johnny Mundo and Rocky Romero from 2016-04-21T12:44:33

Two guests on the latest podcast! First Brian Fritz speaks with Lucha Underground star Johnny Mundo about the second season for the group, getting his creatively fulfillment in wrestling, how impor...

BTR 495: WWE, State of TNA Wrestling Talk with Justin Barrasso from 2016-04-19T21:50:11

Brian Fritz talks with Justin Barrasso of Sports Illustrated (www.SI.com) about stipulations in the WWE, could a women's match headline this year's Su...

BTR 494: Bray Wyatt, Sasha Banks and The New Day from WWE WrestleMania 32 Radio row from 2016-04-18T14:32:23

Brian Fritz talks with WWE superstars Bray Wyatt, Sasha Banks and The New Day at WrestleMania 32 radio row just days before the big event.

BTR 493: Raw Review, WWE Roundup with Kevin Eck from 2016-04-12T21:55:21

Brian Fritz talks with former WWE creative team member Kevin Eck and now of The Eck Factor Blog (kevineckwrestling.sportsblog.com) about Raw from Monday night, debuts over the past few weeks, the r...

BTR 492: AJ Styles, Samoa Joe and Apollo Crews from WWE WrestleMania 32 Radio Row from 2016-04-07T19:25:16

Brian Fritz talks with WWE superstar AJ Styles and NXT stars Samoa Joe and Apollo Crews at WrestleMania 32 radio row just days before the big event.

BTR 491: WrestleMania 32, WWE Raw Recap with Scott Fishman from 2016-04-06T16:55:39

Brian Fritz talks with Scott Fishman about WrestleMania 32 in Dallas which they both attended including their thoughts on the big event, their biggest takeaways from the week, WWE Raw on Monday, NX...

BTR 490: NXT TakeOver: Dallas Conference call with Paul "Triple H" Levesque from 2016-03-31T18:31

The full media conference call with WWE executive Paul "Triple H" Levesque talking about NXT TakeOver: Dallas, the incredible growth of the brand, the upcoming Global Cruiserweight Tournament and w...

BTR 489: WWE WrestleMania 32 Preview with Dave Meltzer from 2016-03-29T20:48:23

Brian Fritz talks with Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter (www.F4WOnline.com) as they preview WrestleMania 32 including the buil...

BTR 488: Roman Reigns and Bayley from 2016-03-28T12:13:06

It's WrestleMania week as we start it off with two interviews. First, Brian Fritz talks with Roman Reigns about his WrestleMania 32 match against Triple H for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship...

BTR 487: Dalton Castle and Rob Schamberger from 2016-03-24T12:26:55

It's a two-fer on the podcast! First, the "Party Peacock" Dalton Castle drops in to talk Ring of Honor, the two days of Supercard of Honor X show coming up in Dallas, his days of being a rock jock,...

BTR 486: WWE WrestleMania 32 Talk with Mike Johnson from 2016-03-23T14:00:07

Brian Fritz talks with Mike Johnson of PWInsider.com about WWE Raw from Monday night, the build to WrestleMania 32, how some of the matches could do down, where The Rock and Steve Austin could fit ...

BTR 485: Court Bauer from 2016-03-17T23:49:53

Brian Fritz talks with Court Bauer about WaleMania 2 coming to Dallas, next year's event in Orlando where MLW used to run regularly, wow moments in wrestling, Shane McMahon's return to WWE for Wres...

BTR 484: WWE, WrestleMania 32 Talk with Jason Powell from 2016-03-16T22:22:45

Brian Fritz talks with Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net (http://www.prowrestling.net) about the build up for WrestleMania 32 with less than ...

BTR 483: Rockstar Spud from 2016-03-14T14:05:50

Brian Fritz talks with Rockstar Spud about IMPACT Wrestling returning to Universal Studios this week for tapings including a live edition of the show on Tuesday night on POP TV, the art of being a ...

BTR 482: Mick Foley and Pete Gas from 2016-03-11T13:36:35

It's a two-fer podcast to end the week! First, Brian Fritz talks with Hall of Famer Mick Foley about the WrestleMania Dream Vacation raffle (Listen

BTR 481: WWE Raw, Roadblock and WrestleMania Talk with Jay Reddick from 2016-03-10T15:17:16

Brian Fritz talks with Jay Reddick of The Orlando Sentinel about the announcement of WrestleMania 33 coming to Orlando in 2017 including the press event they attended, Brian's sit-down interview w...

BTR 480: WWE, WrestleMania 32 Talk with Eric Gargiulo from 2016-03-04T13:13:47

Brian Fritz talks with Eric Gargiulo of CamelClutchBlog.com about the lead up to WrestleMania 32 including Shane McMahon's return to WWE and the hype for his match with The Undertaker, WWE Roadblo...

BTR 479: "Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin from 2016-03-01T23:38:50

Brian Fritz talks with "Gorgeous" Jimmy Garvin and member of the Fabulous Freebirds about being inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2016, his longtime friendship with Michael Hayes, why the...

BTR 478: Christopher Daniels from 2016-02-26T13:29:07

Brian Fritz talks with Christopher Daniels about Friday's Ring of Honor 14 Anniversary Show live on pay-per-view where he will face Alex Shelley, memories of the first ROH show and being a part of ...

BTR 477: Adam Cole BAYBAY!!! from 2016-02-24T22:16:01

Brian Fritz (@BrianFritz) talks with Ring of Honor star Adam Cole BAYBAY!!! (@adamcolepro) about the ROH 14th Anniversary show live on PPV this Friday, what he learned last year while injured, the ...

BTR 476: WWE Raw, the Return of Shane McMahon and WrestleMania 32 with Damon Martin from 2016-02-23T21:46:25

Brian Fritz (@BrianFritz) talks with Damon Martin (@DamonMartin) of FoxSports.com about WWE Raw from Monday night including the return of Shane McMahon who will face The Undertaker in a Hell in a C...

BTR 475: Steve Corino from 2016-02-18T13:26:29

Brian Fritz catches up with "King of Old School" Steve Corino about his neck surgery and how he is feeling, if he can return to the ring, concussion testing and the effect on wrestling, his contrac...

BTR 474: WWE Overview with Eric Gargiulo from 2016-02-17T03:10:01

Brian Fritz catches up with Eric Gargiulo of CamelClutchBlog.com as they discuss this Sunday's Fastlane and the scenarios for the Triple Threat main event between Brock Lesnar, Deam Ambrose and Ro...

BTR 473: Wrestling Roundup with Kevin Eck from 2016-02-11T23:47:54

Brian Fritz and former WWE creative team member and writer for The Eck Factor blog (http://kevineckwrestling.sportsblog.com/) ...

BTR 472: Daniel Bryan Retirement, Titus O'Neil Suspension and WrestleMania 32 with Michael Wiseman from 2016-02-10T22:35:30

Brian Fritz talks with Michael Wiseman about Daniel Bryan's retirement from concussions and the severity of his injury, how new testing could possibly affect the WWE, Titus O'Neil's suspension, who...

BTR 471: Daniel Bryan Retires with Scott Fishman from 2016-02-08T22:57:04

Brian Fritz talks with Scott Fishman about the breaking news of Daniel Bryan announcing his retirement from wrestling, the decision to walk away considering the injuries he has suffered, if they th...

BTR 470: Jim Ross from 2016-02-04T02:45:32

Brian Fritz talks with WWE Hall of Famer Jim Ross about calling New Japan Pro Wrestling on AXS TV starting March 4th, his broadcasting style, and calling wrestling compared to traditional sports. P...

BTR 469: Drew Galloway from 2016-01-27T21:36:48

Brian Fritz talks to Drew Galloway about his hectic wrestling schedule working around the world for various promotions, his EVOLVE feud with Roderick Strong, the excitement with PWG shows, his plan...

BTR 468: Royal Rumble and WWE Raw 1/25/16 Review, WrestleMania 32 Talk with Jason Powell from 2016-01-27T02:01:55

Brian Fritz catches up with Jason Powell of ProWrestling.net to discuss AJ Styles rebuking TNA Wrestling and the company's statement about him, his WWE debut, the Royal Rumble with Triple H becomin...

BTR 467: WWE Raw Review 1/19/16, Royal Rumble Preview with Scott Fishman from 2016-01-20T23:31:44

Brian Fritz looks back at WWE Raw from Monday night with Scott Fishman including the closing angle involving Brock Lesnar, the Wyatt Family and Roman Reigns. Plus, they preview this Sunday's Royal ...

BTR 466: WWE Raw Review 1/12/16, Royal Rumble and TNA on Pop TV with Scott Fishman from 2016-01-13T00:01:47

Brian Fritz talks with Scott Fishman about the latest edition of WWE Raw including Brock Lesnar's return, matches on the show, who can actually win the Royal Rumble, several potential WrestleMania ...

BTR 465: John Cena Injury, NJPW Stars to WWE, WrestleMania 32 Changes with Eric Gargiulo from 2016-01-08T03:18:15

Brian Fritz catches up with Eric Gargiulo to discuss the injury to John Cena, how it shakes up the plans for the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania 32, NJPW stars including AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamu...

BTR 464: WWE Raw, WrestleMania 32 Talk with Scott Fishman from 2015-12-30T21:50:05

Brian Fritz brings on Scott Fishman to discuss WWE Raw from Monday night, evil Vince McMahon back on TV against Roman Reigns, The Rock appearing at WrestleMania 32, possible scenarios for that show...

BTR 463: WWE Raw Review 12/21/15 with Michael Wiseman from 2015-12-23T12:05:35

Brian Fritz talks with Michael Wiseman about WWE Raw from Monday night including the Slammy Awards and what should be done with them, John Cena's upcoming return, Roman Reigns booking, WrestleMania...

BTR 462: Scott Fishman on NXT TakeOver: London, TNA Wrestling from 2015-12-21T23:38:50

Brian Fritz catches up with Scott Fishman of Channel Guide Magazine and the Miami Herald to discuss the recent NXT TakeOver: London show and their biggest takeaway from it, TNA Wrestling moving to ...

BTR 461: WWE TLC 2015 and Raw Review w/Michael Wiseman from 2015-12-17T13:38:23

Brian Fritz chats with Michael Wiseman about the WWE TLC 2015 PPV from over the weekend and Raw on Monday night including guys nearly killing themselves in matches, the rise of Roman Reigns to WWE ...

BTR 460: Kevin Eck from 2015-12-16T20:43:06

Brian Fritz talks with Kevin Eck of The Eck Factor blog (http://kevineckwrestling.sportsblog.com/) about Roman Reigns finally ...

BTR 459: NXT TakeOver: London Conference Call from 2015-12-10T15:50:39

WWE CEO Paul “Triple H” Levesque spoke with the media leading into the upcoming NXT TakeOver: London event as he talks about the show, the creative differences between WWE and NXT and what element...

BTR 458: Jeff Jarrett and Rob Schamberger from 2015-12-09T21:51:24

Brian Fritz catches up with the founder and CEO of Global Force Wrestling Jeff Jarrett to talk about the upcoming GFW shows in New York and New Jersey in January, where the brand is right now, how ...

BTR 457: WWE Raw Review 12/7/15 from 2015-12-08T22:04:16

Brian Fritz is joined by Michael Wiseman as they talk about a lackluster edition of WWE Raw from Monday night, the problems with the entire company creatively, Star Wars which is coming out soon (i...

BTR 456: Scott Fishman from 2015-12-03T17:21:35

Brian Fritz talks with his buddy Scott Fishman of ChannelGuideMagBlog.com and MiamiHerald.com to discuss the current scene in WWE and the frustrations with the booking, possible changes that could ...

BTR 455: Eric Gargiulo from 2015-11-25T13:53:58

Brian Fritz and Eric Gargiulo discuss the fallout from the WWE Survivor Series and Raw with Sheamus as world champion, bad ratings for the Monday night show, the rash of injuries that has hit WWE, ...

BTR 454: WWE Survivor Series 2015 Review from 2015-11-23T23:05:46

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman review WWE Survivor Series 2015 including the twist ending with Sheamus winning the WWE World Heavyweight Championship, possible damage to Roman Reigns, where WWE go...

BTR 453: Scott Fishman from 2015-11-19T22:56:54

Brian Fritz talks with Scott Fishman of Channel Guide Magazine about TNA Wrestling's new deal with POP TV, if this is a better fit than Destination America, who is backstage at NXT and who the comp...

BTR 452: WWE Raw Review 11/18/15 from 2015-11-18T21:46:07

Brian and Michael discuss WWE Raw from Monday night from The Undertaker and Kane feud against the Wyatt Family to the controversial angle between Charlotte and Paige to end the show as well as the ...

BTR 451: Eric Gargiulo from 2015-11-12T11:57:16

Brian Fritz breaks down the WWE World Heavyweight Championship tournament which will end at Survivor Series including who will be the final four and who is missing from it, possible heel turns and ...

BTR 450: Kevin Eck from 2015-11-05T18:32:19

Brian Fritz talks with Kevin Eck of "The Eck Factor" blog (http://kevineckwrestling.sportsblog.com/) about the current time in...

BTR 449: WWE Raw Review 11/2/15 from 2015-11-03T05:55:31

It's the Between The Ropes review of the 11/2/15 edition of WWE Raw. Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman discuss all of the show including the latest between WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins...

BTR 448: "Stone Cold" Steve Austin from 2015-11-02T18:25:56

The Texas Rattlesnake "Stone Cold" Steve Austin joins the podcast as he talks about his recent return to WWE Raw for the first time in four years, if he has had his last match, all the buzz about a...

BTR 447: WWE Raw Review 10/26/15 from 2015-10-27T04:41:32

Brian Fritz and Justin Kendall are back for their WWE Raw Review 10/26/2015. The guys talk about the show including who is next in line to challenge Seth Rollins for the WWE World Heavyweight Champ...

BTR 446: WWE Hell in a Cell 2015 Review from 2015-10-26T05:02:47

Brian Fritz and Justin Kendall review WWE Hell in a Cell 2015! The guys talk about all of the matches from The Undertaker versus Brock Lesnar to finish out their trilogy, Seth Rollins against Kane ...

BTR 445: Mike Johnson from 2015-10-20T21:50:50

Brian talks with Mike Johnson of PWInsider.com about the new Star Wars movie and the madhouse of tickets going on sale Monday night. Then they get into the weird edition of Raw on Monday night, WWE...

BTR 444: WWE Raw Review 10/19/15 from 2015-10-20T05:06:40

Brian and Michael talk immediately after WWE Monday Night Raw for another edition of Between the Ropes looking at Brock Lesnar's return to RAW, The Undertaker coming back, rumors of Tyler Breeze go...

BTR 443: WWE Raw Review 10/12/15 from 2015-10-13T13:13:56

Brian Fritz and Justin Kendall recap the 10/12/2015 edition of WWE Raw! They talk about everything from inept bosses, Kane once again being fearsome and Seth Rollins being scared, the real life eng...

BTR 442: Eric Gargiulo from 2015-10-09T12:20:03

Brian catches up with Eric Gargiulo from www.CamelClutchBlog.com about voting in the Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame, comparing NXT to WW...

BTR 441: Chad "Gunner" Lail from 2015-10-08T13:47:29

Chad "Gunner" Lail -- formerly of TNA Wrestling -- talks about his new movie "Navy SEALS vs. Zombies" (which is out everywhere on Blu-Ray and DVD), working with former NBA star Rick Fox and Olympia...

BTR 440: Matt Riddle from 2015-10-07T14:59:48

Former MMA fighter turned pro wrestler Matt Riddle talks about the change in his career from the cage to the squared circle, his transition to professional wrestling, his amateur wrestling backgrou...

BTR 439: NXT TakeOver: Respect Conference Call from 2015-10-06T19:22:35

WWE executive Paul “Triple H” Levesque talks with the media before the NXT TakeOver: Respect event that will feature the main event of Bayley against Sasha Banks 30-minute IronMan match for the NXT...

BTR 438: WWE Raw Review 10/5/15 from 2015-10-06T05:09:52

Brian and Michael review WWE's flagship show, the 10/5/15 edition of Monday Night Raw! The guys break down the show including the latest John Cena United States Open Challenge, The New Day's big ni...

BTR 437: Charlotte from 2015-10-06T00:35:56

WWE Divas Champion Charlotte talks about this past year for her from NXT Women's Champion to WWE Divas Champion, her journey to the top, keeping the family name going in the business, why she is so...

BTR 436: Paul Heyman from 2015-10-01T19:27:30

Paul Heyman talks about this Saturday night's WWE Network special from Madison Square Garden featuring Brock Lesnar -- making his return to the storied building for the first time in over a decade ...

BTR 435: Scott Fishman from 2015-10-01T01:32:24

Scott Fishman is back on the podcast! Scott talks about his buzzworthy interview with Nikki Bella about the influence John Cena has on his career and how she's booked in WWE. Plus, he and Brian dis...

BTR 434: Ethan Carter III from 2015-09-29T19:49:56

TNA World Champion Ethan Carter III talks about facing Drew Galloway in the main event at this Sunday's Bound for Glory pay-per-view and the pressure going into the show. Plus, he talks about wheth...

BTR 433: WWE Raw Review 9/28/15 from 2015-09-29T05:40:10

Brian and Michael talk about everything that happened on the 9/28/15 edition of WWE Raw. They discuss the new storyline direction for Kane, how we feel about him challenging Seth Rollins for the WW...

BTR 432: Titus O'Neil from 2015-09-26T16:25:55

WWE superstar Titus O’Neil joins the podcast to talk about working with his alta mater Florida Gators to challenge fans with the Gator Good campaign to help their communities. Plus, he talks about ...

BTR 431: Kevin Eck from 2015-09-24T18:06:13

Former WWE creative team member and current writer of The Eck Factor blog Kevin Eck joins the podcast to talk about the current WWE slump and why he thinks the ratings have been down as of late, wh...

BTR 430: WWE Raw Review 9/21/15 from 2015-09-24T17:58:07

Brian and Michael discuss the latest edition of WWE Monday Night Raw includin the fallout from Night of Champions and the start towards next month’s Hell in a Cell which will see Brock Lesnar squa...

BTR 429: WWE Night of Champions 2015 Review from 2015-09-24T17:51:35

Brian Fritz, Michael Wiseman and Justin Kendall review WWE Night of Champions 2015! They discuss Seth Rollins defending both his WWE World Heavyweight Championship and United States Championship, t...

BTR 428: WWE Raw Review 9/14/15 from 2015-09-24T17:45:47

Brian and Michael talks about WWE Raw including Sting wrestling on the show for the first time in his career, the controversy surrounding the Divas title match between Nikki Bella and Charlotte and...

BTR 427: WWE Raw Review 9/7/15 from 2015-09-24T17:38:31

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman review the latest edition of WWE Monday Night Raw including Sting’s appearance on the show, more matches set up for the upcoming Night of Champions PPV, Sheamus vs. ...

BTR 426: WWE Raw Review 8/31/15 from 2015-09-24T17:33:08

Brian Fritz and Michael Wiseman review the August 31, 2015 edition of WWE Raw including the setup for several matches at the upcoming Night of Champions PPV, the Dolph Ziggler/Summer Rae/Lana soap ...

BTR 425: Scott Fishman from 2015-09-24T17:28:20

Scott Fishman of ChannelGuideMagBlog.com and contributor to the Miami Herald talks about WWE SummerSlam weekend in New York City which he was at, what stood out to him from the shows, Jushin Thunde...

BTR 424: WWE Raw Review 8/24/15 from 2015-09-24T17:21:27

Brian and Michael recap a loaded edition of WWE Raw. The guys discuss the return of Sting and him facing Seth Rollins at Night of Champions for the WWE World Heavyweight Championship and the Dudley...

BTR 423: Tanner Saraceno from 2015-09-24T17:13:47

Tanner Saraceno talks about being eilminated from WWE Tough Enough, why it was so frustrating for him, if he was surprised that Daniel Bryan didn’t save him, if he has charisma, his relationship wi...

BTR 422: NXT TakeOver: Brooklyn Conference Call from 2015-09-24T17:11:43

WWE CEO Paul “Triple H” Levesque held a media conference call to discuss the upcoming NXT:TakeOver Brooklyn special. Among the things discussed are if future TakeOver specials will piggyback with m...

BTR 421: WWE Raw Review 8/17/15 from 2015-09-24T17:09:03

Brian and Michael are back to talk WWE Raw and the company’s final build for WWE SummerSlam 2015. The guys discuss the final segment of the show with The Undertaker and Brock Lesnar, the contract s...

BTR 420: Georgia Pescina and Adam Cole from 2015-09-24T17:03:05

Two interviews on the latest Between The Ropes podcast! First, a talk with WWE Tough Enough contestant Giorgia “GiGi” Pescina on being eliminated, the kiss of death from Daniel Bryan, why she didn’...

BTR 419: Finn Balor and Roman Reigns from 2015-09-24T16:57:26

Two big interviews on the podcast with Finn Balor and Roman Reigns. Both of them, along with the WWE, are taking part in the “Answer The Call” online charity auction at CharityBuzz.com with the pr...

BTR 418: WWE Raw Review 8/10/15 from 2015-09-24T16:54:32

Brian and Michael discuss the latest episode of WWE Raw, SummerSlam which is right around the corner and John Cena’s impending return from a broken nose. They also talk about WWE Tough Enough, the ...

BTR 417: Rey Mysterio, Jr. and Chelsea Green from 2015-09-24T16:48:38

Two interviews on the latest Between The Ropes podcast! First, Chelsea Green talks about her elimination from WWE “Tough Enough”, if she is still pissed at The Miz, being trained by Lance Storm, b...

BTR 416: WWE Raw Review 8/3/15 from 2015-09-24T16:45:21

Brian and Michael catch up on the week in wrestling including the most recent edition of WWE Raw that saw Paul Heyman put over Brock Lesnar in a big way, and Seth Rollins challenge John Cena to a C...

BTR 415: Passing of 'Rowdy' Roddy Piper from 2015-09-24T16:34:19

Brian and Michael talk about the sudden passing of wrestling icon ‘Rowdy’ Roddy Piper. They talk about his influence on the wrestling business including his infamous “Piper’s Pit” angle with Jimmy ...

BTR 414: Mada Adbelhamid and Court Bauer from 2015-09-24T16:32:09

It’s a two interview Between The Ropes podcast! First, a conversation with Mada from WWE Tough Enough about his elimination from the show, feeling like The Miz targeted him, his interesting backsto...

BTR 413: WWE Raw Review 7/27/15 from 2015-09-24T16:26:15

Brian and Michael discuss the latest news and notes from the world of professional wrestling. The duo dig into Hulk Hogan’s controversial, racist remarks, and what this means to his legacy, and for...

BTR 412: Patrick Clark and Daniel Bryan from 2015-09-24T16:18:08

Another two-part Between The Ropes podcast! First, a conversation with Patrick Clark, Jr. about his surprising elimination from “Tough Enough”, why he felt it was coming and what’s next for him in ...

BTR 411: WWE Raw Review 7/20/15 from 2015-09-24T16:12:22

Brian and Michael catch up on Battleground, a packed episode of WWE Raw, and what the product looks like heading into SummerSlam. They’ll discuss The Undertaker returning, his brawl with Brock Lesn...

BTR 410: Gabi Castrovinci and Mike Johnson from 2015-09-24T16:03:56

It’s a two-fer on the latest Between The Ropes podcast! First, a conversation with Gabi Castronvinci from Tough Enough on her elimination on the show, her comments about not being upset that she w...

BTR 409: Jeff Jarrett from 2015-09-24T15:33:13

Global Force Wrestling CEO Jeff Jarrett is back on the podcast as he talks about the upcoming July 24th GFW TV taping, the “Amped” name for the show, whether or not they will announce a TV deal by ...

BTR 408: WWE Raw Review 7/13/15 from 2015-09-24T15:30:10

Brian and Michael talk about an interesting WWE Raw from Monday as they break down John Cena’s latest open challenge, the debut of three hugely popular NXT women on the main roster, and the final b...

BTR 407: Daria Berenato and Eric Gargiulo from 2015-09-24T15:20:43

A pair of interviews in the latest! First, a conversation with Daria Berenato about her elimination from WWE Tough Enough, her experience on the show including coming out, the support she has recei...

BTR 406: WWE Raw Review 7/6/15 from 2015-09-24T15:15:49

Brian and Michael are back for the latest Between the Ropes broadcast talking WWE Raw, Brock Lesnar utterly destroying J&J’s pricey Cadillac, Cesaro answering John Cena’s US Title open challenge fo...

BTR 405: Alex Frekey and Scott Fishman from 2015-09-24T15:07:20

It’s a two-part Between The Ropes podcast! First, a conversation with WWE Tough Enough contestant Alex Frekey as he talks about being eliminated from the show, his “knowledge means nothing” comment...

BTR 404: WWE Raw Review 6/29/15 from 2015-09-24T15:00:40

Brian and Michael break down what’s been an interesting week in wrestling. They talk about Jeff Jarrett and his newsworthy deal with Impact Wrestling (and how that might affect Global Force Wrestli...

BTR 403: WWE Raw Review 6/22/15 from 2015-09-24T14:53:22

Brian and Michael discuss everything in the wild world of wrestling: Seth Rollins proving that Brock Lesnar is in fact human on Monday Night Raw, John Cena debating Kevin Owens’ challenge, and more...

BTR 402: Christopher Daniels from 2015-09-24T14:45:19

One-half of The Addiction CHRISTOPHER DANIELS joins the podcast to talk about the big weekend for him and Frankie Kazarian as they take on reDRagon Friday at Ring of Honor Best in the World ’15 for...