On this episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, SmackDown closed with a shocker as Roman Reigns aligned himself with Paul Heyman. Days prior to the Payback pay-per-view on Sunday, what is Reigns doing and why, of all people, Heyman? We have some theories. We'll also talk the rest of the SmackDown show, the disaster that was Monday's episod…

On this edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we talk Matt Cardona's AEW debut, his new contract and SmackDown's strange Fiend attack. The former WWE Superstar known as Zack Ryder is now in AEW. But, for how long? There are some interesting terms to his contract that mean he might not be around all that long. After touching on AEW, we lo…

On this episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we look at Extreme Rules and the cinematic-style storylines, plus it was a big week for wrestling with Great American Bash, Fighter Fest, Fight for the Fallen, and Extreme Rules all happening in a matter of 14 days. After looking at the week that was in wrestling, including a big Keith Lee vi…

On this week's Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, the first Raw post-Heyman, Backlash review, and is WWE an unsafe work environment? Brandon and Jim pop back in for another podcast episode a little early, this time to talk the past 24 hours in WWE, which, to say the least, have been hectic. There was the news of a positive test case for COVID-19, th…

On this edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, Brandon and Jim will revisit their AEW Double Or Nothing predictions while talking about the latest buzz surrounding FTR (The Revival). They'll also break down NXT In Your House slated for Sunday night, make their call and examine any news surrounding the show.…

On this edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we talk AEW's Double or Nothing pay-per-view, news and rumors in WWE, and pay our respects to Shad Gaspard, who passed away at the early age of 39 this week. After sending our respects to the Gaspard family and remember what he and Cryme Tyme brought to the industry of profressional wrestling…

On this episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we talk how Money in the Bank is shaping up, SmackDown hacker news, recent releases and more. Money in the Bank is shaping up nicely and has become an interesting pay-per-view with the first-ever corporate ladder match that will see 12 competitors battle at the same time. How will WWE shoot t…

On the latest episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, Jim and Brandon rate WrestleMania 36 and talk news coming out of the event, cover all the latest on the WWE releases that took over the industry this week and remember legendary announcer Howard Finkel. Going back a few weeks to talk WrestleMania, we discuss the show, the big matches, w…

On the latest episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we'll give our WrestleMania 36 predictions, factoring in the latest rumors. What's going to happen at WrestleMania 36? There are some unique circumstances, unique matches and an unprecedented airing of the show over two nights. How will the COVID-19 virus change things? How will an empy…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, WrestleMania 36 has just been thrown into disarray. What's happening with the card? From Roman Reigns pulling himself from the card to The Miz being sick and apparently having heat backstage because he showed up to work anyways, we take a closer look at all the changes that have appare…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we'll talk about Rob Gronkowski, WrestleMania, empty arenas and more. This week, there's a lot more news coming regarding WrestleMania 36 and how WWE is approaching the pay-per-view. From an ambitious schedule of tapings to rumors about locations, character changes and venues, there's …

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we're talking the moves of SmackDown and Raw to WWE PC and WrestleMania 36 news. With the outbreak of COVID-19, the world, along with the wrestling one, is changing. The virus has already seen Raw and SmackDown forced to move their production to the WWE Performance Center and there is …

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we look at the news in WWE and AEW, plus predict the card for Elimination Chamber. This Sunday is WWE Elimination Chamber and while the card isn't exactly full of main event caliber matches, there are a few bouts that have our attention. Plus, what's going on with some of the biggest n…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, Brandon is back to talk Super ShowDown, the build towards WrestleMania 36, AEW's Revolution and more. The wrestling world is talking about Goldberg vs. The Fiend and how the ripple effects of the title change and affecting WrestleMania 36. Jim and Brandon chat in depth about that pay-p…

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we have rumors heading into WrestleMania 36, plus news from Raw and SmackDown. What's going to happen with John Cena and The Undertaker as WWE makes plans for WrestleMania 36? We have updates on both competitors. We also chat Shayna Baszler's odd segment on Raw and Hulk Hogan's appeara…

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we talk Goldberg's return, Sting rumors, Super ShowDown and WrestleMania news. It's been a hectic week for news in WWE and AEW. Starting with an announced return of Goldberg, rumors of Sting coming back, suspension rumors, Brock Lesnar and R-Truth rumors and a WWE stock shareholders ca…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we talk all about the Royal Rumble, what happened, how it shapes WrestleMania 36 and news and rumors coming out of the pay-per-view. Edge is back and that's huge but there were reports he spoke with AEW prior, details on his new deal and what WWE has planned. There is debate brewing be…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we chat about the Royal Rumble, make predictions and talk a little WWE news. Like a surprise return in WWE, this week's show included a shocking return from former co-host Brandon who was with me to chat all things WWE Royal Rumble. We walked through the card and chatted for an hour wi…

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling, we discuss news in WWE and AEW, signings, Paige and Triple, and Raw's amazing finish. Raw was a very good show, with surprise segments like R-Truth accidentally confronting Brock Lesnar and Buddy Murphy turning towards the Monday Night Messiah and joining AOP and Seth Rollins group. Will there…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, the Royal Rumble is starting to take shape, plus AEW news and rumors. Jim runs you through all the latest news, rumors and interesting stories in AEW and WWE this week including talk about Chris Jericho. He conducted an interview with a special guest, was not named wrestler of the year…

Welcome to Season 2 of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast and episode 40. This week, we break down news and rumors in WWE and AEW as 2020 starts. Starting with the news, Jim chats everything that has gone on over New Year's including rumors and reports in WWE and AEW. From the chaotic wedding on Raw to the early planning of the Royal Rumble. Ther…

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we chat news in WWE and AEW plus talk the moments of 2019 and the past decade. What was your moment of 2019? Jim hosts the show this week and reveals his favorite moment in 2019 plus his worst. Take a listen and see if you agree or not. Plus in the news this week, there is more coming …

On this episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, Jim breaks down every major news and rumors item in AEW and WWE heading into Christmas. And, there's a lot of them. It's been two weeks since the latest podcast but there's tons of news and rumors to go through as it pertains to both AEW and WWE. From buzz surrounding The Revival and AEW, con…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast we talk the news of the week in WWE and AEW but wonder where the TLC card is? This week on the show, we discuss the return of John Morrison, the differences between AEW and WWE booking styles, and what the direction for Seth Rollins' character is. Then, the conversation turns into a deb…

On This week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we chat about just how bright the stars of NXT shined this past weekend. Survivor Series weekend was good, but NXT was great. Stars like Keith Lee, Rhea Ripley, Shayna Baszler and Adam Cole took center stage and knocked it out of the park. Jim and Brandon dig deep in discussion about w…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we look at the build towards and predictions for Survivor Series plus news of the day, rumors and theories in professional wrestling.

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we chat the CM Punk surprise return on WWE Backstage, plus a whole lot more. CM Punk showed up on WWE Backstage Tuesday night and Brandon and Jim talk about what that means moving forward. Is he going to be a regular part of the show? Will he make his way onto WWE tv? We also chat Surv…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, Brandon and Jim chat AEW Full Gear, the NXT Invasion, Survivor Series and more. After an interesting Crown Jewel, Bray Wyatt is the new Universal Champion, but he didn't show up on Raw or SmackDown right away to show off his new title. No, the WWE Superstars were stuck in Saudi Arabia …

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, Brandon and Jim talk WWE Crown Jewel predictions, CM Punk and more.

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, Jim and Brandon are back as a tag team to host the show and there's lots of news to cover, including the firing of Eric Bischoff, CM Punk returning to wrestling rumors and the results of the WWE Draft.

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, Brandon flies solo talking WWE, AEW and has a special guest to talk wrestling schools. Show Notes: Starting with the results from Hell in a Cell, Brandon gives his take on the show, the fallout and what that means leading into Raw and SmackDown. There's talk about the draft, certain st…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we talk SmackDown on Fox, AEW vs NXT and what to expect from Hell in a Cell. Brandon and Jim are back chatting what they thought of AEW; Dynamite, NXT on USA, Raw and what they expect from Friday Night SmackDown. Almost forgotten in all of this is the Hell in a Cell pay-per-view this S…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we focus on Steve Austin returning, Liv Morgan rumors, SmackDown changes and more. Jim is flying solo again on this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast but for 30 minutes, he covers a ton of topics. Starting with the comments by Stone Cold Steve Austin on a possible …

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we take a look at Lesnar's return, King Corbin, Clash results and the WWE Draft. On episode 27 of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, Brandon is back to talk about Clash of Champions, we get into the latest news and rumors in WWE and AEW and we chat about what fans can expect from th…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we make Clash of Champions predictions, talk Sasha Banks, Ric Flair and more. Due to scheduling issues, Jim was flying solo on this week's podcast. He took some time to chat the news of the week in WWE, including the Sasha Banks Chronicle episode on WWE Network, more news on Ric Flair …

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we talk Jericho winning then losing the AEW Title, Ric Flair issues, and Bayley's turn. This week, there was no shortage of interesting stories in professional wrestling. Off the heels of a strong AEW pay-per-view that saw Chris Jericho crowned the first-ever AEW World Champion, he los…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we chat all things AEW All Out, plus news on Enzo and Cass rejoining WWE? Perhaps AEW's biggest pay-per-view to date, All Out is this Saturday and there is tons to talk about. Who will win the big matches, who will debut or surprise the crowd? Will the Executive committee continue to p…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we're talking a new WWE podcast network, NXT moving to USA Network plus reviews of Raw and SmackDown Live. As most fans know, Raw and SmackDown saw a few first-round King of the Ring matchups, the continuation of the Sasha Banks storyline, new Raw Tag Team Champions were crowned and Da…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we chat SummerSlam and Takeover results, Sasha Banks' return and The Fiend lantern. This week Brandon and Jim take a closer look at the results from NXT Takeover: Toronto and SummerSlam, we talk The Fiend in-ring debut, Rollins winning the Universal Title, Raw and SmackDown, including …

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we talk NXT Takeover: Toronto and WWE SummerSlam predictions. The hosts hit each match, one-by-one and call their winners and finishes. Calling the Johnny Gargano vs Adam Cole the match of the weekend, are there any other bouts that will make this weekend a can't miss weekend for WWE f…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we pay tribute to a legend of wrestling in Harley Race and talk AEW and the TNT debut episode plus The Revival and all things WWE. On the 20th episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we pay our respects to Harley Race who passed away at the age of 76 on Thursday. We also chat …

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we chat the WWE Raw Reunion, SmackDown Live, AEW's official tv announcement and speculation about NXT going up against them on Fox Sports 1. Show Notes: While Jim is on vacation in British Columbia, the show takes place from an irregular location. Not able to go tooth-and-nail through …

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we chat Extreme Rules, Raw, SmackDown, Raw Reunion and The Fiend. In a good week of wrestling action, still, we can't help but ask, 'What about Dolph Ziggler?' Show Notes: Brandon and Jim are working a bit blind this week as the weather in both of their locations wasn't cooperating. Th…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling podcast, we talk the Kevin Owens promo on SmackDown, Raw taking a step backward, and predict Extreme Rules and more. Show Notes: Brandon and Jim break down a number of the best moments on Raw and SmackDown Live, including what might be the promo of the year when Kevin Owens dropped a modern-day…

On this week's edition of the Smart Marks of Wrestling show, we talk Raw, SmackDown under Heyman and Bischoff plus exclusive Roman Reigns interview. Show Notes: We're finally able to talk about our interview with Roman Reigns! The Sportster was lucky enough to be granted a chance to chat with Roman Reigns as he promotes his new Hobbs and Shaw film …

Bischoff and Heyman hired by WWE as Executive Producers for Raw and SmackDown? This and more on Ep. 15 of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast. A few hours after we finished recording this week's show, big news dropped that Paul Heyman and Eric Bischoff were being brought in by WWE to take over creative and run Raw and SmackDown Live as Executive P…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we cover the road to WWE Stomping Grounds, AEW news, a Lars Sullivan injury and give our feedback on Raw and SmackDown Live. Show Notes Does anyone care about Stomping Grounds? A pay-per-view being presented by WWE, the only reason a number of fans know who is wrestling on the card is …

On this week's Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, many in the wrestling community are defending Undertaker vs Goldberg? Are we wrong to be critical? Show Notes The Undertaker versus Goldberg match was a disappointment to say the least and a disaster as categorized by many who saw it. Something that should have been 3 to 5 minutes tops, was booked to…

On this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, we woke up Wednesday to see Jon Moxley was an IWGP Champion. Plus Super ShowDown news. Jon Moxley has made waves since leaving WWE. He rode out his contract, put out a video minutes after it expired, debuted in AEW at Double or Nothing and is now the IWGP United States Champion after d…

In this week's episode of the Smart Marks of Wrestling Podcast, AEW's inaugural PPV is in the books and Jon Moxley tells all about his WWE exit while speaking with fellow AEW star Chris Jericho. Episode 11 talks Double or Nothing, Jon Moxley's debut with AEW and his tell-all interview on Talk Is Jericho where he speaks openly about the final months…