Tss:no Holds Barred

Alex thanks all of the listeners for helping bring "No Holds Barred" to 250 episodes. It is a legitimate landmark, and it is owed all to you out there who listen and participate to the show. As far as wrestling news, Alex talks about a slew of bad booking decisions made at "Bragging Rights" and RAW this week. Wade Barrett and John Cena has been mishandled, and why in the world did Sheamus lose to Santino? Also, how much does a potential Edge and Kane championship feud excite you? The Brock Lesnar and Undertaker news is touched upon. Alex thinks that it's incredibly unrealistic, as Vince McMahon needs this a lot more than Dana White, but it's still something to think about a little bit. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out in the "Finisher" segment, where Alex once again engages in the debate regarding the pro's and con's of WWE TV. "THe Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 4-6 PM EST (Harvard football kicks off at 1:30 this Saturday, so maybe closer to 4:3

Alex previews "Bragging Rights" and wonders why the WWE wasted so much time this week hyping a "RAW vs. Smackdown" match that so few people care about. Alex also talks about how the Wade Barrett and John Cena storyline is going to proceed, as well as whether Undertaker is going to receive one more title run. Linda McMahon's failing Senate campaign, the latest (and last installment) of the "Matt Hardy saga," and much more is discussed. In the "Finisher" segment, Alex looks at a potential WWE television network and the plusses and minuses of that. The "piledrivin' post of the week" is handed out (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards)! "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex talks about the continued build towards "Bragging Rights," and how both teams RAW and Smackdown were built. Are these brand vs. brand matches booked because they're interesting, or just because it's an easy way to get everybody on the card? Alex also looks at how the John Cena and Nexus storyline continues to catch on with the fans. Wade Barrett is the biggest beneficiary from this, and that is a very good thing. However, the Kane and Undertaker feud continues to not catch on and that is not a very good thing. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "Finisher" segment, Alex expresses concern over Matt Hardy, who has apparently gone insane. By the way, "extra audio" is now inserted into the show, too! That means that you'll actually hear the latest Matt Hardy youtube video! How exciting! Episode 247 of "No Holds Barred" is now published in the correct section on iTunes. Listen to it if you have yet to do so! "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturd

Alex talks about the "shakeup" taking place within the WWE and how Vince McMahon appears to want it to continue. Alex gives his take on John Cena losing to Wade Barrett at "Hell in a Cell" and joining Nexus. Alex also has strong feelings on the decision to move Edge to Smackdown. And yes, Alex has finally turned on the anonymous talking computer RAW GM... The Kane and Undertaker feud (how it isn't catching on), how "Bragging Rights" is setting up, and more is discussed. Michael Cole is moving to Smackdown too, and Alex says that he enjoys the Cole heel character. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out in the "Finisher" segment, where the topic of the WWE unifying brands and heavyweight champions is once again brought up. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday's from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120 (Alex will also be doing Harvard football postgame from a little after 3 to 4:00).

Alex talks about the "Hell in a Cell" PPV. It was quite a quick turnaround, and will the 2 week build lead to some incredibly low buyrates? Speaking of low buyrates, Alex gives his take on the recent low RAW ratings. All you had to do was Edge argue with a computer for an entire segment to figure out RAW's recent ratings woes. Smackdown makes it debut on Syfy tonight, and it's time for the WWE to "push the pedal to the metal" in regards to Smackdown. The show has been stagnant for far too long. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "Finisher" segment, Alex talks about Vince McMahon hoping to unify the heavyweight championships. Beginning next Monday (10/4), "Without a Curse" returns to its offseason schedule of being published every Monday. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex talks about the "Night of Champions" PPV and the decision to put the WWE Championship on Randy Orton. What is it about his face character that has caught on so well? Also, why is there only a 2 week bridge until the "Hell in a Cell" PPV? RAW drew a low rating this week. Is this going to be a trend, or is it just an anomaly? The counterproductive booking of Daniel Bryan and Nexus, as well as Chris Jericho's contract is mentioned too. Plus, Alex confesses his love for Michael Cole as a heel announcer. Smackdown debuts on Syfy next Friday, and Alex tells you which way they're going. For better or for worse, the show is riding on the Kane and Undertaker feud. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "finisher" segment, Alex looks at the release of Shelton Benjamin and the near release of Matt Hardy. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120. (Beginning

Alex talks about all of the latest wrestling news, including the rumors surrounding Matt Hardy getting taken off of the road. Alex also gives his take on the past week in WWE TV, and previews the "Night of Champions" PPV. What will happen with Kane and the Undertaker? How will The Miz and Daniel Bryan be booked? Will Randy Orton capture the WWE Championship, after once again being put over strongly on RAW this week? The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "finisher" segment, Alex mentions some changes made with the WWE Wellness Policy. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday's from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex plays his interview with Nancy Marrapese-Burrell of The Boston Globe. The interview originally aired on "The Alex Reimer Show," and Alex asked Nancy questions about the continued rise of the UFC and some reasons for it. Also, what does the future hold for UFC as they continue to become more "mainstream?" Alex also discusses the past week in the WWE, and says that he enjoyed RAW this week. The Miz cut a tremendous promo, as his push seems to continue. Will John Morrison possibly see a push similar to The Miz's soon? Will The Miz turn face soon? The reaction (or lack thereof) to the Kane and Undertaker feud is talked about, as well as much more. "The pildrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs this Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex talks about various wrestling notes. The 900th anniversary of RAW was this past Monday. Was it a good show or just a plain odd show? Alex discusses that. Alex also mentions Luna Vachon's tragic passing, and says that Luna was truly a wrestler, which many women in the business today are not. John Cena's comments comparing the WWE to UFC, the Kane/Undertaker feud, and more is touched upon too. In the "Finisher" segment, the "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, as Alex goes over the possibility of the championship belts becoming unified. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120. Have a great Labor Day weekend!

Alex talks about the overall direction of Nexus and whether the reports that it will "cease to exist in its current form as soon as October" are accurate. If they are, is the decision to dissolve the group the right move to make? Alex also weighs in on the early "Night of Champions" card, as well as how productive this summer has been on Smackdown in terms of developing new stars. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "finisher" segment, Alex looks at the upcoming 900th anniversary of RAW and the evolution the wrestling business has gone through over that span of time. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex talks about a mildly disappointing Summerslam, and how frustrated he was at the lack of clean finishes. Alex also gives his opinion on the decision to have John Cena go over Nexus cleanly in the main event. The purpose of RAW this week was to re-establish Nexus. The problem was, it was executed terribly. It also could've been easily avoided if Nexus had just won at Summerslam. Does Nexus need a shot in the arm soon? On Smackdown, it's all about Kane and Undertaker. The good news is, Alberto Del Rio made an impressive debut against Rey Mysterio. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "finisher" segment, Alex talks about the tragic news of Lance Cade passing away at the age of 29.

Alex talks about the WWE's final build towards Summerslam, and about how he thinks the build was a success. The crowd reaction this Monday on RAW was all the evidence you need to know that the fans are amped up for the PPV. Alex also mentions his continued frustration at the lack of character on Smackdown, but praises the way the WWE handled The Miz this past Monday. They have to continue to be really careful about booking him. Alex gives his Summerslam predictions, and tells us how the Nexus vs. "Team Cena" match should end. In addition, he discusses Linda McMahon's Senate campaign, and what is fair to attack her on and what isn't as far as her involvement with the WWE. The "piledrivin' post of the week" is handed out (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, as Alex says that TNA's Hardcore Justice came across as a "sad nostalgic recreation of ECW." In the "Finisher" segment, Alex rants and raves about Steven Salter and airline travel in general. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 12-1

Alex interviews Dan Wahlers, contributor to www.wrestlingobserver.com. Alex and Dan discuss the build to Summerslam, and how the Nexus vs. Team Cena match should be booked. Alex and Dan also talk about who the RAW GM will be, and the decision to have Kane be revealed as the man who "attacked" the Undertaker. Alex and Dan also run down some of the best Summerslam matches of all-time. Alex hands out the "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) and gives his own opinion on Kane being revealed as the man who took out the Undertaker, the handling of The Miz, and this past week's RAW. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex discusses the WWE's build to Summerslam, and the varying ways they attempted to build Nexus' legitimacy on RAW this week. Alex also explores the possible outcomes of the Nexus vs. "Team Cena" match Summerslam. Alex analyzes the recent happenings on Smackdown, and talks about how the show seems stagnant at the moment, with no real character development in the mid-card. With news that Kane named Rey Mysterio's as Undertaker's "attacker," it also seems like they're going down the path of eventually revealing that Kane took out Undertaker. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "Finisher" segment, Alex talks about a fascinating article on Vince McMahon and the overall current state of the WWE. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex talks about a big week in wrestling, including a very good "Money in the Bank" PPV. Alex analyzes the results, including The Miz capturing the MITB briefcase, and how big a deal it is considering how The Miz began his wrestling career. Alex also wonders who they'll book the Randy Orton/Sheamus feud, and who will eventually be revealed as the man behind Nexus. Kane capturing the World Heavyweight Championship is brought up too, and Alex says he doesn't have a problem with Kane being given a title reign. He just has a problem if it is revealed that Kane is the man who took The Undertaker. Alex thinks that is a real opportunity to elevate somebody like Jack Swagger. The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and there's a "Finisher" segment. Listen to "The Alex Reimer Show" this Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex is back from Spain, and ready to talk some wrestling! Alex recaps the past few weeks in WWE TV, including the direction of the Nexus storyline. Could they finally be building towards something? Alex also talks about the "Money in the Bank" PPV, and how he's okay with the format, provided that the "Money in the Bank" match does not also make an appearance at future Wrestlemania's. Alex mentions the need to elevate and build new stars at the PPV as well. Triple H injury news, the correct way to book Sheamus and Jack Swagger, and much more is discussed. In the "Finisher" segment, the "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, as Alex gives his take on the WWE not editing out Chris Benoit's match on their recent "Elimination Chamber" PPV. "The Alex Reimer Show" has a new time slot (for now), airing Saturday from 12-1 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex talks about the latest topics in wrestling, including the latest chapter in the "Nextus" storyline. Alex says whether he liked it or not, and also whether it ties into the previous events regarding the angle. Alex also attempts to predict where the storyline may be heading in the coming weeks. Alex spends a lot of time on the build to the "Money in the Bank" PPV, mentions the set matches for the show and his thoughts on them. In the "Finisher" segment, the "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, as a poster compared the WWE to Toy Story 3. Really, it makes a lot of sense! Alex will be in Spain from 7/3-7/13. Episode 235 of "No Holds Barred" will be published on Friday, July 16th. Happy 4th!

Alex talks about the biggest news in the wrestling world, including the two World Heavyweight Championship changes at "Fatal Four Way" (Sheamus and Rey Mysterio). Alex analyzes the latest developments in the NXT angle, and says that the storyline has had a number of swerves with little logical explanation given. Alex feels the NXT angle may be nearing "life support." A potential Miz/Orton feud, the direction of Jack Swagger, and much more is discussed too! In the "finisher" segment, Alex talks about a plea from PETA for the WWE to hire Bryan Danielson back. The "piledrivin' post of the week" is handed out (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards). "The Alex Reimer Show" airs every Saturday from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120. Call at 888-205-2263!

Summer is officially here, and Alex talks about the sudden release of Bryan Danielson. Alex feels the release is puzzling on many levels, and explains why. Alex also talks about the latest developments in the NXT invasion angle, and says that the events on RAW this week caused the angle to take a step back in his mind. In the "Finisher" segment, Alex brings up the "Fatal Four Way" PPV this weekend. Did you know there was a PPV this weekend? The WWE has apparently forgotten too... The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs every Saturday from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.

Alex gives his perspective on the NXT invasion of RAW this Monday, or as he calls it, "the biggest hotshot angle in the history of the WWE." Alex talks about his initial reaction to the angle, the reasoning for it, how he thought the execution of it was on RAW, and any concerns he has about the future execution of it. Alex also mentions any lasting questions he has about the storyline, such as why didn't the WWE build these NXT up better? The "piledrivin' post of the week" (www.thesportsstuff.com/boards) is handed out, and in the "Finisher" segment, Alex gives the latest information on Jeff Hardy's legal situation. "The Alex Reimer Show" airs every Saturday from 4-6 PM EST on 1120 AM WBNW Boston, www.moneymattersradio.net, and www.livestream.com/wbnw1120.