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MOW 89 - Penta's Debut, Omega's Return, Meltzer on NXT+TNA and More!

Could the 2025 Royal Rumble rival any previous one for star power?  Even 1992?  

As WWE's engine keeps chugging, AEW's machine got a vital cog back in the machine with the return of Kenny Omega.

Also on this week's show:
- Will Corey Graves return to WWE Commentary?
- More info on the Mildred Burke movie released
- Details on the NXT/TNA Agreement
- Preview of TNA Genesis
- Dave Meltzer talks contracts and merch cancellations, Omega's impact on AEW, Chad Gable and more.

Plus, listen for details on an upcoming MOW special on Sweet Daddy Siki and much more!

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The ACT Episode 73 - Pent Up!

It's been a few weeks since Dimitri and Mitch have been with you exclusively, but the gWo returns in fine form looking back at things in the world of pro wrestling!

From the WWE Netflix debut, to AEW's new year, and all points in between, join the fellas for a hilarious look back - if Mitch can make time for us in between calls from Nick Aldis...

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Legends and Champions with Andy Evans - Legacy of the Royal Rumble

It's that time of the year again, where 30 WWE Superstars enter the ring with the aim of headlining WrestleMania for a shot at the Championship. But what makes the Royal Rumble so unique? 

 

In this episode of Legends and Champions we look at the legacy of the Royal Rumble itself, we discuss how it came to be, as well as some of the highs and lows of the event 

 

Over the next few weeks, we are going to be looking at some specific Rumble events including the iconic 1992 show which may feature a special guest.

MOW88 - WWE's Netflix Era Pros and Cons, Hogan, Dave Meltzer joins and Cena's Future

Back with the first new show for 2025!

This week, we look back at the pros and cons of the new WWE Netflix Era, including broadcast differences between the US and the rest of the world.

The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins to talk about the business side of the new era, as well as the many factors in the negative reaction to Hulk Hogan's appearance on Raw.  Dave and Mike also talk about the NJPW Commentator Controversy, and a bit about Sweet Daddy Siki among many other things.

Finally, Joe Aguinaldo joins Mike as the two bounce potential outcomes for the year of John Cena's retirement tour.

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Tuesday Morning Cooked - WWE Raw on Netflix Review

The new era is here as WWE made its official Netflix debut with a live Monday Night Raw from Los Angeles, California!

From a weird Rock babyface turn, to a heated main event, WWE delivered a Monday Night Raw that while very different, harkened back to Pro Wrestling.  With surprise appearances by The Undertaker, celebrities galore, and yes, Hulk Hogan, Joe Aguinaldo and Mike McGuire blow the dust off of "Tuesday Morning Cooked" one more time to take you through the night!

 

 

WWE's Nick Aldis, Mickie James, Greg Oliver and MOW Roundtable - MOW Holiday Hullabaloo 2 Part 2

WWE Smackdown General Manager Nick Aldis, and his wife, part of the new WWE show, "WWE: LFG - Legends and Future Greats)" main event part two of the McGuire on Wrestling Holiday Hullabaloo!

Find out how the Aldises manage their busy schedules, and some really fun moments between the two as they discuss holiday plans, and how grateful they are for the opportunities that continue to present themselves in the new year.  Plus, we surprise one more Team MOW Podcaster with Nick and Mickie, and it's a ton of fun.

Plus, Canada's leading historian on professional wrestling, the celebrated author, Greg Oliver joins us to share holiday memories focused around wrestling.

Then, we close with a podcast exclusive roundtable featuring Mike McGuire, Joe Aguinaldo, Mitch Hontzias, Dimitri Korolis and Andy Evans, as we look back at our favourite moments from 2024, and what to look forward to in 2025 and beyond!

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MOW Holiday Hullabaloo 2 - Part 1 with Bret Hart, RJ City and More!

This week, it's part 1 of the McGuire on Wrestling Holiday Hullabaloo 2!

Join us for some special conversations with special guests, Bret "Hitman" Hart and AEW's RJ City, along with some other familiar voices!

First, Bret Hart takes us through his year in 2024, including his long-awaited return to WWE's Monday Night Raw in his hometown of Calgary, Alberta.  Hear some never-before-told stories from that night, as well as some fun stories from his early days after surprising Team MOW's own Joe Aguinaldo!

Then, from All Elite Wrestling, the creative force that is RJ City returns to talk about how his life has changed since last time we spoke, and we surprise Dan "The Mouth" Lovranski with RJ's visit, to allow the two of them to venture down the kind of path that only they can.

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MOW085 - Kevin Owens is Right, Rey Misterio Sr. Passes, TMC Reunion, AEW/TNA Canadian TV Deals and More!

This week, a different type of MOW, as Joe Aguinaldo and Mike McGuire take a laid-back look at the week of wrestling, including what's on TV, what we're looking forward to, and a lot more!

It's a fun, casual episode, as we get ready for the Holiday Hullabaloo 2, which will post each Sunday starting next week!