Poor Taste Wrestling

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSThis week marked 25 years of Triple H in WWE, so like WWE, we're taking a look back at the career of The Game: the good, the bad, and the ugly.It was also coincidentally a big week of news for a different type of game: wrestling video games! WWE 2K21 was canceled, which is way better news than it sounds like. Instead, we'll be getting WWE Battlegrounds, which looks...uhh...well...Don't worry, there's plenty of No Mercy nostalgia talk to cleanse your palate after witnessing whatever the models in Battlegrounds are supposed to be.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSBeing the Elite, the YouTube series that is partially responsible for the birth of All Elite Wrestling, hit a milestone 200th episode this week with the ultimate clash between Matt and Nick Jackson. Speaking of AEW, their rankings are out for this week, and they pose an interesting question for the AEW World Championship scene.Over in WWE, however, there seems to be no concept of rankings or determining the #1 contender for titles -- whoever asks the champion for a title shot (sorry, "Championship Opportunity™") seems to get one. We take a look at the absurdity of Seth Rollins getting a WWE Championship match over Kevin Owens, and talk about how WWE could benefit from a ranking system.Lastly, Big E took home the SmackDown Tag Team Championships for the New Day, who are now one title reign away from tying the Dudley Boyz for the all-time record. In a post-match interview, Big E proves that he's a national treasure.If you'd

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSDespite being declared an essential business by the state of Florida, because we live in The Onion universe now, WWE released over 20 Superstars from their contracts hours before we recorded this episode. We take a look at the list of casualties and determine what it means for WWE programming going forward. Also: talking Ric Flair's interview on Broken Skull Sessions.If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter_ for up-to-the-minute news and opinions._

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSDespite COVID-19 making a traditional WrestleMania impossible, WWE found a way to make this year's Showcase of the Immortals one of the most memorable in history. They thought outside the box and presented two matches unlike anything we've ever seen in WWE -- and in the case of the Firefly Fun House Match, in pro wrestling period.Of course, this year's WrestleMania was a two-night affair, so this week we're breaking down the card and debating the merits of both a weekend-long Mania and the rise of Broken Universe-style "cinematic matches" in WWE's arsenal.If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter_ for up-to-the-minute news and opinions._

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSIt's the most unfortunate of circumstances for WWE at a time when they should be raking in the dough. The WrestleMania card is ever changing, even as we recorded this episode. Also, Matt hardy in AEW is can't-miss! You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSAEW saw two major debuts last week in Brodie Lee and "Broken" Matt Hardy, two former WWE Superstars who were seriously underutilized. In honor of them making the jump, this week we're talking about wrestlers WWE has dropped the ball on.Also: the differences between how WWE and AEW are handling the COVID-19 pandemic, and yes, The Big Show Show.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSIn these uncertain times, there's at least one thing you can count on: the PTW boys will be meeting every week to talk about pro graps. On this week's episode, we're talking the major changes to WrestleMania (including one new change that was announced as we recorded), Will Ospreay's offer to CM Punk, and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's interview with Bret Hart, where it was revealed that Bret still in fact hates everything.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSCoronavirus is throwing the world into disarray, and the world of professional wrestling is no exception. Shows in smaller promotions have been canceled, postponed or performed in front of no fans, so we have to ask: what's going to happen to WrestleMania?Of course, plenty of wrestling has happened since last week, so we're also breaking down Elimination Chamber and talk about what AEW does that WWE should adopt.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSThe wrestling onslaught has intensified, as between WWE Super ShowDown, AEW Revolution and the upcoming WWE Elimination Chamber, we have three pay-per-view events in ten days. AEW absolutely knocked it out of the park with Revolution, easily one of the best PPV events in recent memory. WWE didn't fare so well with Super ShowDown, but they have another chance with Elimination Chamber. Can it live up to Revolution? Only time will tell.(No.)You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSAEW's first pay-per-view event since Full Gear back in November, Revolution, is this weekend! On this week's episode of PTW, the boys take a look at the card and give their predictions.And while one company prepares for a Revolution, WWE looks back at their Evolution in the latest episode of the Ruthless Aggression series....Oh yeah, and some Super Show went Down in Riyadh, too.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSAnother NXT TakeOver, another weekend of amazing wrestling. The black-and-gold brand's latest pay-per-view special from Portland, Oregon did not disappoint, with several huge matches and even some WrestleMania implications.Also: In honor of WWE's new documentary series Ruthless Aggression, we take a look back at an often overlooked time in WWE history.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSNJPW's New Beginning in Osaka went down last weekend, where Jon Moxley and Minoru Suzuki stole the show in a dream matchup. Meanwhile, stateside, NXT is gearing up for TakeOver: Portland, so we're looking at the card and giving our predictions.Also this episode: Some rumored names for this year's WWE Hall of Fame induction ceremony prompted the discussion: what does it even mean to be "WWE Hall of Fame worthy"?You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSAfter a few weeks of taking in NXT, we watched AEW Dynamite and talk about how the company's looking going into its next pay-per-view event, Revolution. We also take a look at how WWE is performing and what the other promotions can do to team up and take them on for the good of the industry.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSWe're officially on the Road to WrestleMania, and the road trip kicked off in a big way as the Rated-R Superstar, Edge made his triumphant return after nine long years. In the end, though, Drew McIntyre won the men's Royal Rumble, and in the process punched his ticket to the main event of WrestleMania. On this week's podcast, we talk all the Royal Rumble fallout, a great followup episode of Raw, and all the news of the week.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSThe Road to WrestleMania kicks off this Sunday with the Royal Rumble. And of course, here at PTW, a pay-per-view weekend means predictions! This time, special guest and AIPT AEW reviewer Trever Smith joins us to talk about this year's event, our favorite Rumbles of years past, the Badass Rasslin' Moment of the Week and more.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSIn a huge week for wrestling news, Marty Scurll signed the "most lucrative contract in company history" with Ring of Honor and will also be involved in creative, Tessa Blanchard was crowned Impact World Champion, and Raw progressed multiple storylines in logical, satisfying ways. What is going on?!You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSAfter a couple weeks off from recording, we're back with our first fresh episode of 2020 with Wrestle Kingdom 14 reactions, early Royal Rumble talk and the debut of our new recurring segment, the Badass Rasslin' Moment of the Week.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSIt's part two of our year-end spectacular, where special guest host Dana Fowler helps us take a look back at the year in wrestling and hand out the first-ever PTW Awards! On this week's episode, we're giving out awards for Misstep of the Year, Surprise of the Year, Match of the Year, and Most Badass Rasslin' Moment of the Year.NOTE: We recorded this episode differently than usual, with all of us in the same room, and as a result there is some feedback on the track. We apologize for the inconvenience.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSS2019 is just about over, so this week and next special guest host Dana Fowler helps us take a look back at the year in wrestling and hand out the first-ever PTW Awards! On this week's episode, we're giving out awards for Best Gimmick, Worst Gimmick, Best Feud, and Breakout Star of the Year.NOTE: We recorded this episode differently than usual, with all of us in the same room, and as a result there is some feedback on the track. We apologize for the inconvenience.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.

Subscribe on Apple PodcastsSubscribe on Google PlaySubscribe on SpotifySubscribe via RSSRhea Ripley slays the dark lord Shayna Baszler to restore peace to the NXT Women's Division. This week we talk about a stacked NXT show that saw both the aforementioned Women's Championship match, and Finn Balor vs. Adam Cole for the NXT Championship.Also: TLC fallout/review, Vegas betting odds for the Royal Rumble, favorite WWE Christmas moments and more.You can find Poor Taste Wrestling on iTunes, Google Play, or wherever you get your podcasts. As always, if you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave us a positive rating, subscribe to the show, and tell your friends!If you'd like more wrestling news, opinions and hot takes, follow us on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news and opinions.