The Ringer Wrestling Show – Details, episodes & analysis

David is joined by Khal and Brian this week as they discuss who Bryan Danielson’s final opponent could be (2:50). Then they welcome Ryan Pappolla to the show to discuss this weekend’s WWE Bash in Berlin and NXT No Mercy (26:47). Gunther vs. Randy Orton (34:38) Kevin Owens vs. Cody Rhodes (36:26) CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre (42:00) Bianca Belair and Jade vs the Unholy Union (51:49) The Terror Twins vs. the Judgment Day (56:50) NXT No Mercy rapid-fire picks (70:52r) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer Wrestling TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Check out David Shoemaker’s piece on The Ringer Dot Com on the late Sycho Sid. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Khal, and Brian H. Waters Guest: Ryan Pappolla Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Wes Lee joins Ben, Khal, and Brian for a bonus episode ahead of his match with Zach Wentz at No Mercy. He discusses the following: Why this feud with Wentz is so personal (2:34) Returning from his career-threatening back injury (6:04) His relationship with Shawn Michaels (7:22) His love for video games and go-to characters on the Nintendo 64 'No Mercy' video game (20:10) Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: Wes Lee Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, Brian, and David fire up the mics to celebrate Ben’s birthday with a discussion about who John Cena’s final opponents should be (0:57). Then they discuss the following topics coming out of 'Raw': What would it take to make Dominik a babyface (8:28)? Will CM Punk be in the world title picture sooner rather than later (16:38)? Will Xavier Woods turn on Kofi Kingston (29:07)? After the break, they go to the Ringer Wrestling Worldwide Hotline for They Said What?! and react to a couple of hot takes from you, the people, regarding which pro wrestler would make a great substitute teacher, as well as about reviving Lucha Underground (39:20). Finally, the guys preview Tuesday’s ‘NXT’ (52:06). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160 or send an email to RingerWrestling@gmail.com. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kazuchika Okada officially becomes All Elite and sides with the Young Bucks. David and Kaz react to this and compare it to The Rock’s heel turn. They get into the following: Reactions to Kazuchika Okada joining AEW (3:00) The Rock’s heel turn and how long it lasts (11:30) Drew McIntyre is hater of the year (17:35) Jey Uso vs. Jimmy Uso (24:00) Swerve season approaches (35:30) AEW justifying Darby Allin’s spot at AEW Revolution (42:30) Mercedes Moné will reportedly debut in AEW next week (53:15) Join the ‘Ringer Wrestling’ crew on Friday April 5 from 5-7 p.m. ET for our meet-and-greet at Chickie’s & Pete’s in South Philly, located at 1526 Packer Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are officially one month out from WrestleMania XL! Ben, Khal, and Brian discuss how they are feeling heading into the Showcase of the Immortals and then kick off the show by talking through the legacy of Bull Nakano, who was announced as the latest 2024 WWE Hall of Fame inductee (4:45). Then they get into the following headlines from the week: John Cena says he was about to turn heel during his feud with The Rock (6:47) John Cena lists his Mount Rushmore (16:49) AEW reportedly suspends Sammy Guevara after his match with Jeff Hardy (20:52) Omos wants another match with Bobby Lashley (29:45) Then in ‘They Said What?!’ they react to Kaz’s take on 'The Masked Man Show' on what The Rock’s thumb really means (40:16). Afterward, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for hot takes from you, the people, regarding Chad Gable and whether or not it was a missed moment for him to be Kurt Angle’s “son.” (49:53). Finally, the guys talk through last night’s NXT (64:24) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (65:39). Join us for the 'Ringer Wrestling Show' meet and greet on Friday, April 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Chickie's and Pete's South Philly! For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a fun weekend in the world of professional wrestling, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip are here to break it all down! They begin by getting into Sting’s sendoff at AEW Revolution, then react to the maj Will Ospreay match. Later, the boys speculate about the ways The Rock vs. Roman Reigns could go down. Plus some discussion on when Damian Priest could cash in the briefcase, Gunther’s future, and some mailbag. There’s just a FEW tickets left for the Heat ’N Greet at WrestleMania! Get ‘em here. INTRO (00:00) Sting’s retirement (03:58) Will Ospreay’s impressive performance and potential (06:42) AEW missed an opportunity with Swerve Scott (12:33) The Rock finally acknowledges Roman Reigns (28:52) When Damien Priest could cash in (34:51) Gunther vs. Pat McAfee? (37:21) Mailbag (43:24) Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz kick off the week, fresh off of a weekend full of drama in the world of pro wrestling. They jump into the following topics: AEW Revolution recap (6:11) Whether it's time for Bryan Danielson to win gold in AEW (11:45) Sting’s last match (16:29) Paul Heyman to be inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame (25:46) The Rock’s social media promo that shook the world (30:57) Whether Cody handle the pressure if we wins the title (54:00) SmackDown Recap (63:53) Join the ‘Ringer Wrestling’ crew on Friday April 5 from 5-7 p.m. ET for our meet-and-greet at Chickie’s & Pete’s in South Philly, located at 1526 Packer Ave., Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145. Be sure to check out our videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling., Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Boy do we have SOMETHING on this episode of the Friday Something! We start off by listening to a portion of The Rock’s 20-plus minute promo ahead of tonight’s must-see ‘SmackDown’ event. Plus, Dave LaGreca calls in after hearing himself personally called out by The Rock (04:36). After that, Rosenberg dives deep into the mailbag (14:56). We’ve got a few tickets left for our WrestleMania Heat ’N Greet! Snag ‘em here. Also, feel free to join our Discord. Host: Peter Rosenberg Guest: Dave LaGreca Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Cold Open Question of the Week: Who has a more iconic entrance, the Undertaker or Sting (0:35)? David and Kaz kick off the Thursday edition with reflections on the lives and legacies of Ole Anderson and Virgil, who passed away this week (3:08). Then they discuss the following: Maxxine Dupri got booed by fans (24:53) Matt Riddle's overshare of reasons he was fired from WWE (33:00) Whether Sting will really go (44:52) They then close the show with AEW Revolution Predictions (62:01).Check out Oliver Lee Batemen and Ian Douglass’s piece on Ole Anderson, as well as Khal Davenport's piece on Virgil on the Ringer dot com. Be sure to check out videos on the Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling, Instagram Threads, and X. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian kick off this week’s episode with an announcement regarding the 'Ringer Wrestling Show' meet-and-greet in Philadelphia during WrestleMania week (1:30). Then, they pay their respect to the late Mike Jones, a.k.a. Virgil (4:43), before getting into the following headlines from the week: Seth Rollins potentially betraying Cody Rhodes (11:36) Chad Gable saying it just means more to win the Intercontinental Championship (26:57) Then in They Said What?! they react to 'Cheap Heat’ fantasy booking of Cody Rhodes finishing his story by going through Roman Reigns AND the Rock (38:36). Afterward, they go to the Wednesday Worldwide Hotline for They Said What?! and react to hot takes from you, the people, regarding unforgettable story lines and NXT’s title picture (57:19). Finally, the guys talk through last night’s NXT (64:24) and preview tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (66:33). For an opportunity to have your hot take featured on They Said What?!, leave a voicemail at (202) 417-8160. Be sure to check out videos on the brand-new Ringer TikTok account @RingerWrestling. We are also on Instagram and Threads and X. Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices