Podcasts by Wrestling Hypothesis

EPISODE 74: WHO IS WINNING THE 2022 ROYAL RUMBLE MATCHES? from 2022-01-28T18:09:34

After months away on hiatus, WE ARE BACK WITH A BRAND NEW EPISODE!

EPISODE 74 looks at the CM Punk/MJF feud & what’s to love about the program, the match announced for next week’s Dyn...

EPISODE 73: ALL OUT A NEWSWORTHY SHOW FOR AEW! from 2021-09-12T16:56:42

Episode 73 goes over the death of Daffney, & discussing a growing trend in pro wrestling today involving mental health (0:00); the 20th anniversary of 9/11 & some words on the tragic eve...

EPISODE 72: CM PUNK IS BACK IN PRO WRESTLING! from 2021-08-21T19:22:12

WE ARE BACK with Episode 72, as we address the biggest elephant in the room: CM PUNK IS ALL ELITE! We go over Punk’s big return and debut on AEW Rampage, why this TRUMPS anything we’ll be seeing Su...

EPISODE 71: CM PUNK & DANIEL BRYAN HEADING TO AEW! from 2021-08-01T13:52:10

Episode 71 is our return from hiatus, as we finally dive into news of CM Punk & Daniel Bryan both on their way to AEW, why this will do WONDERS not just for AEW but the wrestling industry as a whol...

EPISODE 70: ROMAN REIGNS BELIEVES DREW MCINTYRE IS THE NEXT BIG STAR IN WWE! from 2021-07-04T14:09:14

It’s the 70th episode of the show! We go over Eddie Kingston’s post-Dynamite promo BLASTING WWE on their misuse of talent and their legends, Bully Ray’s comments on the promo & him believing that K...

EPISODE 69: DO NO-COMPETE CLAUSES HAVE A PLACE IN WRESTLING TODAY? from 2021-06-20T14:00

Episode 69 is here, and we go over Samoa Joe’s RETURN to WWE & the NXT brand as William Regal’s enforcer, explaining the (likely) circumstances behind his new deal, will he ever return to the ring?...

EPISODE 68: TONY KHAN KEEPING KAYFABE ALIVE IN WRESTLING! from 2021-06-06T14:55:42

Episode 68 goes over yet ANOTHER round of talent cuts from WWE, including some surprising names released, & does Braun Strowman RETIRE from wrestling completely? (0:00); the INCREDIBLE misse...

EPISODE 67: WWE LOOKING TO START A PARTNERSHIP WITH NJPW? from 2021-05-30T15:04:07

Episode 67 begins with WWE looking to start a working relationship with NJPW, what the deal really entails, Lawrence gets his HEAD CHEWED OFF over his feelings on the matter, the one concern wer...

EPISODE 66: IS AEW MOVING TO TBS & HAVING A SECONDARY SHOW A BIG DEAL? from 2021-05-23T14:00

Episode 66 goes over the recent 2nd round of talents CUT from WWE, including Velveteen Dream’s release amidst behavior problems with other wrestlers, is this release really a surprise?, predicting ...

Episode 65: ZELINA VEGA RETURNING TO WWE? from 2021-05-16T13:53:14

Episode 65 discusses Zelina Vega reportedly RETURNING to WWE, who she should be paired up with upon her return, who should be BLAMED for Vega’s failed first run with the company?, & looking ...

Episode 64: WHY AN ALL-FEMALE BRAND RIGHT NOW FOR WWE IS A TERRIBLE IDEA! from 2021-05-02T14:40:37

Episode 64 sees a few RETURNS to the show, as we go over Eric Bischoff’s comments on the AEW/IMPACT partnership & why he thinks it’s not working out, going back to last week’s segment on the...

Episode 63: WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD FOR DANIEL BRYAN? from 2021-04-25T13:54:30

Episode 63 covers Daniel Bryan’s immediate future, including his current deal with WWE coming up soon, his desire to still work there but wrestle for OTHER promotions & how likely that is to...

Episode 62: SPRING CLEANING IS BACK FOR WWE! from 2021-04-18T14:00:36

Episode 62 covers the SPRING CLEANING that WWE are undergoing & starts releasing talent one year to the day of Black Wednesday, looking over the names of the talent released, how they SCREWE...

Episode 61: WRESTLEMANIA 37 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS! from 2021-04-10T17:39:59

Episode 61 has Ricardo back on the show & RANTS on Lawrence over his Top 10 Female Stars in WWE History from last week, & lists his own Top 10 list (0:00); The discussion of whether or n...

NXT Takeover: Stand & Deliver Review & Breakdown! from 2021-04-10T14:49:10

Wrestling Hypothesis brings you our NXT Takeover: Stand & Deliver Review for Nights 1 & 2!   We go over the entire show, including what was the better night between the two?, t...

Episode 60: OUR PICKS FOR THE TOP 10 GREATEST FEMALE STARS IN WWE HISTORY! from 2021-04-04T14:14:41

Episode 60 has us FINALLY discussing Christian Cage, including talking about his first singles match back in 7 years on AEW Dynamite, looking back on how AEW fumbled the HUGE hype built around h...

Episode 59: RANTING ON WWE'S BOOKING OF SASHA & BIANCA FOR MANIA! from 2021-03-28T14:16:25

Episode 59 sees the BROMANCE become more overblown by the week, before giving CONTINUED PRAISE for Britt Baker & her promo on AEW Dynamite, her thoughts on Adam Cole joining the promotion, h...

Episode 58: ARE WE SEEING THE START OF NEW MOMENTUM FOR THE WOMEN IN AEW? from 2021-03-21T23:35:11

Episode 58 covers Andrade & his request to be released by WWE DENIED, how he was the total package & could’ve been their big Latino superstar, & the discussion of talent released fro...

Episode 57: SHAQ & THE WOMEN IMPRESS ON AEW DYNAMITE! from 2021-03-07T14:22:18

Episode 57 discusses WWE in talks to move NXT to a different night after WrestleMania, bringing up the idea of an OFF-SEASON, & weighing the pros & cons of implementing it, & who wil...

Episode 56: HOW THE WRESTLEMANIA CARD HAS SHIFTED! from 2021-02-28T15:30:08

Episode 56 covers The Big Show jumping ship to All Elite Wrestling, his new role as both a commentator & A PERFORMER, why this is surprising, has he ever been a DRAW?, & news of a brand-...

Episode 55: ADDRESSING COMMON CRITICISMS FANS HAVE ON AEW! from 2021-02-21T15:20:47

Episode 55 covers Sammy Guevara & him REFUSING to comply with IMPACT’s plans for him at their tapings, what he refused to do & why, in a way, it could’ve WORKED for him, the alternative ...

Episode 54: FALLOUT FROM ROYAL RUMBLE 2021! from 2021-02-07T14:48:43

Episode 54 has thoughts on AEW & NJPW FINALLY forming their long-anticipated partnership, the details behind this arrangement, KENTA appearing at the end of AEW Dynamite & how they shoul...

Episode 53: WWE SELLS STREAMING RIGHTS FOR WWE NETWORK TO PEACOCK! from 2021-01-31T16:12:19

Episode 53 opens with WWE entering an agreement with NBCUniversal to SELL their streaming rights for WWE Network EXCLUSIVELY to Peacock, how much the deal is for & how long it will last, why...

Episode 52: IS THE CURRENT GENERATION OF TALENT SOFT? from 2021-01-24T17:09:01

Episode 52 looks at Asuka’s state of flux right now, pitching an idea to have her COMPETE in the Women’s Royal Rumble Match, & comparing the situation to Brock Lesnar last year (0:00); Takea...

Episode 51: What is the NEXT STEP in the PURSUIT of an AEW & NJPW PARTNERSHIP? from 2021-01-10T17:25:28

Episode 51 covers CARDI B (yes) being called out by Lacey Evans on Twitter & the likelihood of a match happening at WrestleMania, & the discussion of celebrities in wrestling & do th...

Episode 50: Answering YOUR Questions on Wrestling! from 2021-01-03T16:35:06

It is the 50TH EDITION OF WRESTLING HYPOTHESIS! We put 2020 behind us as we look ahead to the new year! We give some more thoughts on Brodie Lee, including AEW’s EXCELLENT tribute show, ranting ...

Episode 49: 2ND ANNUAL END-OF-YEAR AWARDS OF 2020! from 2020-12-27T16:14:14

Episode 49 is the 2ND ANNUAL END-OF-YEAR AWARDS FOR 2020! We break down the defining moments of wrestling this year, how people will look back on 2020, & how will 2021 be for wrestling? We give & d...

Episode 48: Is WWE's expansion into other countries a GOOD thing for wrestling? from 2020-12-20T15:42:29

Episode 48 has news on USA Network livid over this week's further decrease in RAW ratings, & calls for EDGIER content to return, why that really isn't the answer to their problems & what the issues...

Episode 47: 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY of Wrestling Hypothesis! from 2020-12-06T16:20:52

Episode 47 is our 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY show, & naming our favorite episodes we have done so far (6:05); the death of Pat Patterson, discussing the impact and legacy he has left on pro wrestlin...

Episode 46: Did Drew McIntyre NEED Roman Reigns? from 2020-11-29T15:00

Episode 46 has thoughts on WWE having NO PLANS at all for Aleister Black & how this is frustrating, how the firing of Zelina Vega has not helped his case, why sending him down to NXT wouldn't help ...

Episode 45: What is our DREAM 5-MAN Survivor Series Team? from 2020-11-23T20:44:22

Episode 45 has news on WWE settling a lawsuit concerning their partnership with Saudi Arabia for $39 MILLION, & how this is one of MANY more lawsuits to come due to the Saudi Arabia partnership (0:...

WH Extra! Episode 15: Can Drew McIntyre & Roman Reigns reach the heights of Steve Austin & The Rock? from 2020-11-18T17:52:40

Episode 15 of Extra! has some more thoughts on the Jon Moxley/Kenny Omega program and their title match coming in TWO WEEKS on Dynamite, why it is a bad idea but we're willing to see what AEW has p...

Episode 44: Can wrestlers having their own union TRULY WORK? from 2020-11-15T15:33:48

Episode 44 is our MOST INTERESTING EPISODE YET, covering the COMPLETE BREAKDOWN of the Zelina Vega firing, why WWE let her go & should we be surprised about it? (1:53); Looking at her tweet about u...

Episode 43: Should MJF be the new LEADER of The Inner Circle faction? from 2020-11-07T19:56:16

Episode 43 comes a day early, with thoughts on Lilian Garcia revealing producers from the critically-acclaimed 'Last Dance' documentary having plans for something with STEVE AUSTIN next year, & wha...

Episode 42: Is Smackdown a BETTER show than AEW Dynamite? from 2020-11-01T16:20:02

Episode 42 talks WWE's third-party account ban on their talent going official this week, do we see Andrew Yang getting involved further?, Paige's recent BREAKDOWN on her livestream, her looking to ...

Episode 41: Who is on the Mount Rushmore of TALKERS in WWE History? from 2020-10-25T14:33:04

Episode 41 talks Survivor Series this year being centered around the Undertaker & celebrating 30 YEARS since his debut, the discussion of whether Taker being more active in outside ventures and soc...

Episode 40: How much more elevated was John Cena TRULY from beating The Rock in 2013? from 2020-10-18T15:22:21

The 40th edition of Wrestling Hypothesis gives thoughts on BAYLEY being ranked #1 in this year's PWI Women's 100, looking back at her year & reading out the top 5 of the list, why she deserved bein...

Episode 39: Florida allowing sporting events to reach FULL CAPACITY at their venues! from 2020-10-11T14:15:39

Episode 39 begins with the big news of the state of Florida allowing sporting events to reach FULL CAPACITY with their attendance at venues, what this means for WWE & their residency deal with Amwa...

Episode 38: TOTAL MAYHEM ENSUES over Ricardo's confession! from 2020-10-04T14:29:06

Episode 38 begins with an INTERESTING statement and question from Ricardo about Roman Reigns, Stone Cold & John Cena, & TOTAL MAYHEM ENSUES (0:00); How many memorable moments has Reigns TRULY had i...

Episode 37: Roman Reigns & Paul Heyman > Brock Lesnar & Paul Heyman!? from 2020-09-27T14:06:40

Episode 37 begins with Roman Reigns, the MOST INTERESTING MONTH so far in his wrestling career, & comparing him & Heyman's pairing to Brock Lesnar's pairing with Heyman & can it be BETTER (0:00); R...

Episode 36: Should Sasha Banks & Bayley MAIN EVENT Wrestlemania 37? from 2020-09-20T14:15:01

Episode 36 discusses long-term contracts based off recent news on AJ Styles, Kevin Owens & Jeff Hardy, whether or not they have a place in pro wrestling TODAY, & who should ideally be receiving the...

Episode 35: How far can Dominick Mysterio go in WWE? from 2020-09-13T13:33:53

Episode 35 discusses praise for Dominick Mysterio & his progress on RAW, is he already the GREATEST 2nd generation superstar ever?, & can he eventually be BETTER than his father Rey Mysterio & Eddi...

Episode 34: Andrew Yang CALLS OUT WWE & Vince McMahon on lack of care for their talent! from 2020-09-06T16:37:11

Episode 34 begins with Andrew Yang CALLING OUT WWE & Vince McMahon over the new rule of WWE prohibiting their talent from engaging in third-party apps, why this has been a LONG TIME coming, should ...

Episode 33: Who is on the Mount Rushmore of NXT? from 2020-08-30T14:06:37

Episode 33 opens with some thoughts on the current state of racism in the U.S., & the news of Chadwick Boseman's passing (0:01); Jon Moxley announced as #1 in this year's PWI 500, looking at the cr...

Episode 32: Can Rusev be a LEGITIMATE main-eventer in a wrestling promotion? from 2020-08-23T15:13:25

Episode 32 discusses Renee Young giving in her notice to LEAVE WWE, what may have happened that led to this, why this is a HUGE loss for them, & AEW as a possible destination? (0:01); our picks for...

Episode 31: Big E skeptical of his OWN impending push? from 2020-08-16T15:24:03

Episode 31 begins with Velveteen Dream RETURNING to NXT television, was it the right time to bring him back?, & how WWE did themselves no favors with handling this story (0:01); Big E reveals he is...

Episode 30: What is the ONE MATCH you would show to a non-wrestling fan to get them INTO wrestling? from 2020-08-09T15:08:26

The 30th EDITION of Wrestling Hypothesis opens with a discussion of the Adam Cole & Pat McAfee storyline in NXT, listing the pros & cons of this feud, & will NXT BENEFIT from the storyline? (0:00);...

Episode 29: Who is the greatest Canadian Wrestler of All-Time? from 2020-08-02T14:03:21

Episode 29 begins with praise for MJF's AMAZING promo from Dynamite, why it is time for him to become World Champion, & comparing him to Randy Orton in 2004 (4:25); old videos of Excalibur resurfac...

Episode 28: Who is the BREAKOUT STAR of 2020 so far? from 2020-07-26T14:17:32

Episode 28 begins immediately with Booker T's recent comments on #NaomiDeservesBetter, why Booker did not do himself any favors with how he worded his comments, & can Naomi be a game-changer? (0:50...

Episode 27: Can Intergender wrestling WORK in North American wrestling? from 2020-07-20T15:56:39

Episode 27 raises a birthday shot to A.B.A. to kick things off, before getting into news of WrestleMania 37 possibly being RELOCATED from Los Angeles to Tampa, & how this may be a way to make up fo...

Episode 26: Should there be an Evolution 2 anytime soon? from 2020-07-12T13:27:11

Episode 26 discusses Keith Lee as DOUBLE CHAMPION on NXT, predicting his & Adam Cole's future in WWE in the short-term, & should Lee be a TRANSITIONAL champion?; proposing an angle where Roderick S...

Episode 25: Is AEW starting to CRACK under the pressure? from 2020-07-05T13:31:55

Episode 25 reports on Kairi Sane possibly LEAVING WWE to go back to Japan, what her plan will likely be if she does, & looking back at her run in NXT & what she brought to the table; Vince McMahon ...

Episode 24: Has the past few years DIMINISHED The Undertaker's legacy in wrestling? from 2020-06-28T14:26:49

Episode 24 opens with AEW FYTER FEST NIGHT 1 PREDICTIONS (2:12), before discussing what the BEST championship storyline is in AEW right now, & discussing the importance that Cody brings to the AEW ...

Episode 23: Who is the most ESSENTIAL WWE Superstar today? from 2020-06-22T12:45:07

Episode 23 is our FIRST episode back in the studio together since March, as we discuss the "Greatest Wrestling Match Ever!" between Edge & Randy Orton from Backlash, with news of Edge's recent inju...

Episode 22: Was Charlotte Flair's run in NXT worth it? from 2020-06-14T13:02:57

Episode 22 touches on the announcement that Paul Heyman is no longer head of creative for Monday Night RAW and Bruce Pritchard is, looking at Pritchard's track record with running Smackdown since m...

Episode 21: Tony Khan BANS Hulk Hogan from AEW events! from 2020-06-07T13:26:18

Episode 21 begins with giving our thoughts on all the recent riots and protests, why we shouldn't be lumping in all the lootings with the protests & why this movement has been a long time coming; H...

Episode 20: Can The Undertaker's gimmick work if he debuted today? from 2020-05-31T15:03

Episode 20 touches on WWE using their NXT and Performance Center talent as the audience for their shows moving forward, why this isn't STEALING AEW's idea & why this was needed, & comparing WWE to ...

Episode 19: AEW Double or Nothing 2020 Predictions! from 2020-05-24T12:27:29

Episode 19 talks the tragedies in pro wrestling this week of both Shad Gaspard and Hana Kimura; is Karrion Kross ALREADY overrated, & can he live up to the hype that WWE has set for him?; Kenny exp...

Episode 18: Is Becky Lynch FINISHED with Pro Wrestling? from 2020-05-17T14:14:50

Episode 18 touches on the current status of SummerSlam 2020, including WWE looking to other cities to hold the event, Vince McMahon ADAMANT that SummerSlam has fans in attendance, & praising the Ma...

Episode 17: Money In The Bank 2020 Preview & Predictions! from 2020-05-10T14:40:25

Episode 17 opens with MONEY IN THE BANK 2020 PREVIEW & PREDICTIONS, including discussing whether Drew McIntyre is truly ready to be a top champion right now, our DARK HORSE picks for who's winning ...

Episode 16: WWE & AEW having fans in attendance as early as NEXT WEEK! from 2020-05-03T13:49:48

Episode 16 discusses the state of Florida allowing wrestling promotions to have fans in attendance starting NEXT WEEK, why they should consider the possible risks if they go through with having a l...

Episode 15: Gronk LEAVING WWE already?! from 2020-04-25T21:17:30

Episode 15 touches on Rob Gronkowski's RETURN to the NFL, including returning to still play alongside Tom Brady, the amount of money he will be receiving, & why WWE hasn't benefited from hiring him...

Episode 14: Dozens of Talent RELEASED from WWE! from 2020-04-18T16:59:48

Episode 14 begins with the heartbreaking news of Howard Finkel's passing, including naming the biggest stars he has announced, recalling the time he had trouble exiting the ring, and why there will...

Episode 13: Has the Randy Orton/Edge feud been underwhelming? from 2020-03-08T16:11:05

Episode 13 begins with ELIMINATION CHAMBER 2020 PREDICTIONS (where we try our best to care at all about this event); reports of Vince McMahon already SOURING on Shayna Baszler, & our ideas o...

Episode 12: Going off on Super Show-Down! from 2020-03-01T15:36:55

Episode 12 GOES OFF on the main event of Super Show-Down and the BURIAL of Bray Wyatt, why it made no sense whatsoever, thoughts on the two WrestleMania matches now CONFIRMED between Goldberg/Ro...

AEW Revolution Preview & Predictions! from 2020-02-29T19:11:34

This is a bonus segment talking the AEW Revolution event, including predicting the outcomes of the matches, where we see the MJF & Cody storyline going, and is Jon Moxley truly ready to be t...

Episode 11: John Cena says he FAILED at having "Ruthless Aggression"? from 2020-02-23T16:55:47

Episode 11 picks up where Episode 10 left off with the Attitude Era/Ruthless Aggression Era debate, including Ricardo FEELING THE WRATH of King Kenny's take on the topic; who has accomplished MORE ...

Episode 10: Attitude Era or Ruthless Aggression Era? from 2020-02-16T15:52:52

Episode 10 begins with reading out MJF's SICK BURN on The Miz, before getting into NXT TAKEOVER: PORTLAND PREDICTIONS; Tegan Nox & Dakota's feud comparable to SASHA BANKS & BAYLEY's 2015...

Episode 9: WWE Looking To Sell Their PPV Rights? from 2020-02-09T15:14:27

Episode 9 looks at the recent WWE Q4 conference call and some of the big takeaways from it, including WWE possibly SELLING their PPV rights to other streaming services & why it can turn out ...

Episode 8: Charlotte Flair to take over NXT Women's Division? from 2020-02-02T17:21:04

Episode 8 is our LONGEST EPISODE TO DATE, as we see the permanent return of KING KENNY, & the FIRST LADY of the show. We review the Royal Rumble 2020 event & the fallout; the possibiliti...

Episode 7: Royal Rumble 2020 Preview & Predictions! from 2020-01-24T16:28:58

Episode 7 has predictions for WORLDS COLLIDE: NXT vs. NXT UK, including who's winning between Undisputed Era & Imperium; Ricardo's OBSESSION with hardcore matches; thoughts on WWE rechristening the...

Episode 6: Should Tessa Blanchard Be Reprimanded For Her (Alleged) Actions? from 2020-01-17T15:39:45

Episode 6 of the Wrestling Hypothesis Podcast begins with the heartbreaking news of Rocky Johnson's passing, before getting into news of AEW's TV deal with TNT extended to 2023, the amount of mo...

Episode 5: Looking Back at John Cena's Legacy in WWE from 2020-01-11T15:24:08

Episode 5 of the Wrestling Hypothesis Podcast introduces KING KENNY to our show, as we talk about the news of John Cena possibly coming back to win the Royal Rumble & beat Brock Lesnar at Wr...

Episode 4: Pro Wrestling's End of 2019 & 2010s Decade Awards! from 2019-12-27T21:07:11

It's a special edition of the Wrestling Hypothesis Podcast: the first-annual 2019 End-of-Year Awards, AND the 2010s Decade Awards! We break down the big events in 2019 in pro wrestling, then we get...

Episode 3: Why The Women Should Not Be Main Eventing Big Shows Currently from 2019-12-20T15:57:26

Episode 3 of the Wrestling Hypothesis Podcast talks briefly on the lackluster TLC PPV from this past Sunday, including why the main event just didn't work, does WWE rely on Charlotte Flair too m...

Episode 2: TLC 2019 Preview & Predictions! (Yes, there is a PPV this Sunday) from 2019-12-14T15:00

Episode 2 of the Wrestling Hypothesis Podcast touches on the recent winter cleaning spree WWE underwent, with the releases of Luke Harper, Sin Cara, & The Ascension. We look back at Luke Har...

Wrestling Hypothesis Ep. 1 from 2019-12-06T16:40:53

Hi there! The Wrestling Hypothesis Podcast is a place for you kick back and listen to 3 guys with a life-long passion for all things pro wrestling. We go over all the latest wrestling news, reviews...