Divas, Dropkicks And Dives

It's only fair that we actually talk WWE every once in a while now.  Fortunately for us, it's SummerSlam & NXT TakeOver time!  Sadly, the guys have to mourn another loss to the wrestling world, Jim "The Anvil" Neidhart.  Kevin shares what he'd do if forced to shake Randy Orton's hand, Michael loses the ability to pronounce words for a minute, question whether the returning Dean Ambrose is the original Dean Ambrose, and get around to solving the mystery of the missing Neville. Sponsored by Buffalo Wild Wings in Hoffman Estates. Show your Starrcast convention ticket to get 15% off your food purchase. Buffalo Wild Wings: Wings, Beer, Sports!!! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

Apologies for the extremely late episode this week, but it is totally worth it!  Kevin (and his luxurious beard) becomes an internet celebrity once again, and Michael is exhausted from 3 independent wrestling shows in 6 days!!  He details Metroplex Wrestling's amazing Purple Reign anniversary show, as well as the "Dirty" Andy Dalton Benefit show, and says goodbye to Pro Wrestling Religion, who is relocating.   Sponsored by Buffalo Wild Wings in Hoffman Estates.  Show your Starrcast convention ticket to get 15% off your food purchase.  Buffalo Wild Wings: Wings, Beer, Sports!!! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

Very light on the WWE talk this week as the wrestling world mourns the loss of 3 wrestlers passing away.  To lighten the mood, the guys cover NJPW's ongoing G1 Climax, with up-to-recording-date scores, as well as start to get hyped/nervous/aroused for Starrcast & All-In, coming up fast!  And stay tuned after the outro for a little bit of fun with a particular new puppers. #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

WWE finally announces Evolution, an all-Women's pay-per-view happening in October.  Let's hope they Creative can put the ladies in the best spot possible to put on an incredible show!  Also, Michael recaps his time at another fantastic World Class Revolution (fka Imperial Wrestling Revolution) event, and Kevin hates the lack of progression in the Sasha/Bayley "feud".  The 8bit 3D is your hookup! Holla if you hear us! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

The biggest news out of WWE this week was the reinstatement of Hulk Hogan into the Hall-of-Fame.  So, naturally, the guys flip out over it.  They do discuss NJPW's G1, cover some of the announced participants in this year's Mae Young Classic, and unfortunately cover Extreme Rules.  10...9...8...7...6...5...4...3...2...1...EEEEEEHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

So WWE puts on a pay-per-view called "Extreme Rules," but only 3 of the 11 matches actually has unique stipulations that you could even possibly describe as, "extreme?"  Doesn't have to be a hardcore match, or ultra-violent.  Just do something interesting!  Like, have a shark cage in every match!  Anyways, New Japan had their G1 in San Francisco, which saw some gnarly injuries occur (even to announcer Jim Ross), and the guys discuss the rumor of potentially having 2 WrestleManias in the same year, going forward.  Hmmmm... #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

Let's be honest.  Most of America is phoning it in this week because of the 4th of July, and Michael & Kevin are no exception.  They do cover some announcements pertaining to All In, but WWE was also light on advancing storylines, so it's nothing but bratwursts & banter for this episode. #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

Lots of dog talk in this week's episode for all you animal lovers out there.  Unfortunately, one ruined a major SmackDown match.  The guys stay cautiously optimistic about WWE's recent run of good episodes, but the lead up to Extreme Rules is going pretty well...so far.  Oh, and by the way, BAYLEY DONE SNAPPED!!! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

WWE wasn't the only promotion to put on an awesome wrestling show last weekend.  Debbie from Brainberry Tarts guest-stars this week to share her & Michael's experience from the Ring of Honor "State of the Art" show in Dallas.  The guys cover the WWE stuff too, including a big announcement from NXT, everything from NXT TakeOver: Chicago and Money in the Bank.  Plus you will learn more about Abraham Lincoln from here than you would any other wrestling podcast on the planet.  Knowledge! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

It's a big weekend for wrestling, both for the non-WWE variety (Michael is attending a Ring of Honor show), as well as two big WWE events.  Kevin regales us about his trip to Colorado, and we get to find out how high he was while he was there (Altitude, of course).  The guys recap New Japan's Dominion show, which included historic wins by Kenny Omega & the Young Bucks, and get you prepped for NXT: TakeOver Chicago, as well as Money in the Bank. #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

After an unintentional week off (Thanks AT&T!), the guys are back!  They recap being at Comicpalooza 2018 with the rest of The 8bit Geek Network, laugh at how little has happened on WWE programming over the last 3 weeks, get hyped for New Japan's Dominion show this weekend, and try hard to not be repulsed by Ronda Rousey's rough commentary.  #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #AllIn #Starrcast #Wrestling #ProWrestling

It's a short week for the guys, as they prepare to travel to Houston, TX for Comicpalooza.  But there was no ignoring the huge news of FOX paying $1 BILLION for SmackDown.  What does this mean for WWE's future, besides rolling around in "F&%k you" money? #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

It's official!  This little wrestling podcast of yours is a proud Podcast Row participant for Starrcast, and also secured our tickets for #ALLIN!!!  Kevin recounts his incredible weekend in Chicago attending the All In press conference & Ring of Honor's "War of the Worlds."  The guys also give you a sneak peek at what's in store between now and Sept. 1st.  Congratulations, y'all, we're All In!!! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

BackLash was an incredible letdown for many people.  Some said it was one of the worst WWE PPVs in recent memory.  The guys disliked the show, but one of the worst ever?!?  Regardless, the focus now shifts to Money in the Bank!  And by the way, remember when Kim Basinger owned a town once? #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

(Take 2!  Let's try this again.)  Well, the Greatest Royal Rumble happened!!  It was definitely a show...I mean, it could've been worse.  It certainly created controversy, and the guys cover the fallout from the GRR, and sadly how nothing changed from it.  Michael also recaps attending another Pro Wrestling Religion show, and the guys get you prepped for this weekend's Backlash! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

Everyone in WWE is focused entirely on the upcoming Greatest Royal Rumble, coming to us from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.  It's obviously a cash grab, so what exactly has WWE sacrificed to make this event such a big deal?  The guys also talk about more wrestlers being announced for All-In, and try to prep everyone for the impending summer lull.  SO GET STOKED, EVERYBODY!!! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

Michael recaps his incredible experience attending Imperial Wrestling Revolution's "Kneel or Fall" show in Gainesville, TX, this past weekend.  Meeting Joey Ryan, having Joey stick his Blow-Pop into Michael's gaping maw, and being manhandled by Desi Derata...all this and more!  Also, adult film start Jesse Jane & "good ole JR" Jim Ross were there.  It was one crazy night! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

New rosters, who dis?  The Superstar Shake-Up has definitely shaken things up, and we are shooketh!  Kevin recaps the farewell party for NWL, Michael is in a perpetual state of confusion about the upcoming Greatest Royal Rumble (dafuq?!?), and the guys get hyped about what upcoming feuds we could be looking forward to. #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

Not only does our 100th episode coincidentally fall on Rusev Day, it comes immediately after the biggest wrestling weekend of the year!  WrestleMania "34" hailed from New Orleans, LA, as well as NXT TakeOver: NOLA.  And it was all amazing!!!...except for the ending of Reigns/Lesnar.  Lots of returns & NXT call-ups followed on Raw & SmackDown, so it's the start of an all-new nonstop season of WWE programming! #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling

It's being touted as one of the best WrestleMania cards in history.  What do you think?  You can't help but smile as the wrestling world takes over New Orleans, Louisiana for WrestleMania!  The guys cover every match of NXT TakeOver & Mania, giving you all the insight you could expect from two smarky smarks.  Sit back, relax, and let the wrestling take over everything.  Plus, there's a brief guest appearance by Michael's cat (kept in at Kevin's request). #WWE #NXT #RAW #Smackdown #ROH #Wrestling