• AEW vs NXT Comparison:

• AEW and NXT went head-to-head on “Tuesday Night War.”

• The hosts discuss how both shows offer great content, making it hard for fans to choose. They mention how DVR and streaming have changed the viewing experience.

• AEW’s strategy might have been to avoid blood-heavy matches to appeal to NXT fans used to less violent programming.

• NXT showcased appearances from big names like Randy Orton and featured a Women’s Championship match.

• Main Points of AEW’s Strategy: AEW strategically avoided turning away WWE fans by toning down their more violent elements. Mercedes Moné made an appearance, which was seen as an attempt to pull WWE fans into AEW.

Women’s Wrestling Discussion

• NXT Women’s Segment: A significant focus was placed on a women’s wrestling segment featuring top talents, highlighting the growing depth of the division. There was a spotlight on talent who hadn’t wrestled yet, like Stephanie Vaquer, creating excitement for future matches.

Patreons and Sponsors

• Thanking Patrons and Sponsors: The hosts took a moment to thank their supporters and sponsors, including long-time patrons like Beau Diggity and Slice on Broadway.

Bad Blood Review

• Hell in a Cell Match Review: The hosts praised a recent Hell in a Cell match from WWE’s “Bad Blood” event, calling it one of the best in recent years. They discussed the use of blood in the match and its impact, noting Drew McIntyre’s real-life injury of 16 staples.

• Storyline Continuation: There was discussion about the aftermath of the match and how it set up future WWE storylines involving Roman Reigns, Jimmy Uso, and The Rock.

AEW vs WWE: Wrestling vs Storyline

• Wrestling vs Storyline Debate: The hosts reflected on the difference between WWE and AEW programming. AEW tends to focus more on in-ring wrestling, while WWE places more emphasis on storytelling, particularly in main event matches.

• They discussed how WWE’s main events often center on drama and developments in the last five minutes, while AEW matches keep fans engaged throughout with high-caliber wrestling.

Inside Wrestling Observations

• Production Differences: There was a detailed discussion about AEW’s longer transition times between shows compared to WWE’s efficiency in turning over live shows for different segments or events, such as SmackDown turning into 205 Live quickly.

• Crowd Reactions: The hosts talked about their experiences at live AEW events, including engaging with chants and how the fan interaction added to the experience.

What We Learned Segment

• Rizz: Shared that Jey Uso’s Waffle House order was immense, adding a light-hearted note.

• Sorg: Reflected on attending live wrestling events and how being at live shows, like AEW Dynamite, re-energizes him, even when feeling out of place or anxious in social settings.

• Podnar: Mentioned how staying up to watch late wrestling shows can be exhausting, but how meaningful it is to catch the highlights and stories unfolding in these events.

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We are LIVE from Pitt Fight Back 2 School Beat Dwon with Sorg, Rizz, and a LOT of guests dropping by out table, including:

• We chat about the Wednesday Night War kicking off with All Elite Wrestling and WWE NXT
• We talk about the highs and lows of Smackdown and Hell in Cell including Kofi Kingston's Worth, Brock Lesnar, Cain Velasquez, Bray Wyatt and The Fiend
• We talk up Pitt Fight with Kyle and Cornell, Ronnie Starks, Chris LeRusso, Kristy K and Brandon K of Ryse Wrestling, BC Steele, Tyler Klein, Brohemoth, Christian Noir and more!
• What did YOU learn in wrestling this week?

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It's a special show for everyone tonight as Mad Mike, Sorg, and Ronnie Starks are joined by the Pitt Fight crew to talk this week in wrestling, including:

• We look at the latest from WWE RAW and look ahead to WWE Smackdown on FOX Network, WWE Hell in a Cell and more!
• We talk with Cordell and Kyle from Pitt Fight crew to talk about the show coming to University of Pittsburgh - Greensburg next week!
• Big Question: Do you Pick All Elite Wrestling Dynamite or WWE NXT on USA Network this week?
• Cordell and Kyle talk about an awkward moment meeting Colt Cabana
• What did YOU learn in wrestling this week?

Follow our stable on Twitter: Pitt Fight (@PittFight2019), Mad Mike (@MadMike4883), Ronnie Starks (@starkswrestling), and Sorg (@Sorgatron).

It’s Mayhem Show Classic lineup with Ring of Honor 2017 Top Prospect Chris LeRusso, Bobbyfjtown, Rizz, Mad Mike, and Sorg as they talk about:

We're previewing Hell in a Cell, looking at why Mick Foley was added implications of Roman Reigns vs Braun Strowman and more
We look at the global expansion around big shows like the Australian WWE Super Show-Down
Why is Becky Lynch such a sympathetic character?
This week’s Big Question: What main roster WWE wrestler would you pair a 205 Live Cruiserweight in the apparent #AdoptaCruiserweight campaign?
We discuss Renee Young becoming the first full time female commentator on WWE RAW!
We look at the changes to the Mixed Match Challenge and the curious apparel
What did YOU learn from wrestling this week?

Follow our stable on Twitter: Chris LeRusso (@ChrisLeRusso), Bobbyfjtown (@Bobbyfjtown), Rizz (@TheeRizz), Mad Mike (@MadMike4883), and Sorg (@Sorgatron).

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We have a full studio this week as we're joined by Mambo Italiano and Calvin Couture of Golden Chic International. As for the mayhem crew, Mad Mike has returned from WrestleMania, and Sorg and Larry are keeping our guests company in Sorgatron Media studio as we talk about:

Mad Mike is getting us all caught up on his visit to WrestleMania. WMS
If Mambo Italiano is The Miz, does that make Calvin Couture the Miztourage?
What do you get when you have some former WWE stars at a local high school? IWC Wrestling Night of the Superstars! (So we're going to take a moment to talk about some great moments from the show.)
Mambo Italiano appreciated some quality time with Mark Henry, while Calvin Couture had a moment with Jack Swagger at Night of the Superstars.
The BIG news in WWE is the Superstar Shakeup. We caught the RAW shakeup last night, and are catching the Smackdown shakeup results as we're recording this week's podcast.
Mad Mike is suffering from some TNA PTSD with this Superstar Shakeup.
Is Jeff Hardy angling for a Hell in a Cell spot?
It would be more efficient to let us know who's staying where during the Superstar Shakeup.
Dear WWE - Give us visuals on this Superstar Shakeup and tournaments. The NCAA does well with March Madness for a reason. ;)
Now we're on to the big news in WWE this week - the John Cena and Nikki Bella break-up.
Thanks to Mikey and Big Bob for giving us the perfect emotional response to the Nikki Bella and John Cena break-up.
The Miz and Maryse played the long-game in their feud against Nikki Bella and John Cena.
With everyone headed to Smackdown are they going to stretch it to a third hour?
The Greatest Royal Rumble is the same day as The Avengers?!?!?! collective mayhem happy dance
We've found Brock Lesnar's weakness - pancakes.
We're talking about X-Pac's dog!
We're talking a little bit of IMPACT.
Mad Mike loves him some Brian Cage.
The key is to have creativity with just the right amount of a leash from management.
Part of the problem with non-WWE wrestling today is getting yourself out there for your audience to find you.
This week's Big Question: Now that John Cena and Nikki Bella’s engagement is officially off, who will be the rebound?
When Carson Daly becomes relevant during a wrestling discussion.
Mambo Italiano had a moment with Honky Tonk Man a month(ish) ago.
What did YOU learn in wrestling this week?
Our good friend, Rizz is raising money and awareness through the Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation Team Pittsburgh 2018 Pittsburgh Marathon. Check out his fundraiser page at: https://www.crowdrise.com/dsgfpitt2018/fundraiser/zachrizza

Follow our stable on Twitter: Mambo Italiano (@hey_mambo_) , Calvin Couture (@calvin_couture), Larry (@MutilatorLarry), Sorg (@Sorgatron), and Mad Mike (@MadMike4883)

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This week we're not only recapping the week in wrestling - we're also recapping the year in wrestling.
We've been doing this for 600 Tuesdays?
Rizz is sharing some memories from his previous experiences for the STD Christmas episode.
Dj Lunchbox has not been involved with wrestling in some time. This is the episode where we're getting him caught up on what's happened since his hiatus.
What did YOU learn in wrestling this year?
We're running through our predictions from last year - to see who got it right for 2017 before we make our predictions for 2018:

2018 WWE Predictions:
Sorg: Enzo will be the UK Champion.
Billy Ruxpin: Daniel Bryan will wrestle at Wrestlemania. (Against Kurt Angle?)
LB: Something bad will happen with Kurt Angle and he'll have to go away.
Bobby: Nakamura's going to with the Royal Rumble and challenge AJ Styles at Wrestlemania.
Wheelz: Enzo and Cass reunite and become tag team champions.
Rizz: WWE will pick up Ethan Carter, III.
Larry: Next year we'll have a women's tagteam championship.
Bryan: Shane is going to take another stupid ass bump like Hell in a Cell.

2018 WMS Predictions:
Sorg: Bobby will start his own independent show outside of WMS.
Billy Ruxpin: Will be back on the show for 2018.
LB: Former WWE/F wrestler will be in-studio.
Bobby: We will overdub a movie, and Sorg will actually release it this time.
Wheelz: Wheelz will make his in-studio debut for AwesomeCast and WMS.
Rizz: We will have a live WMS show at either RWA or IWC.
Larry: Sorg will not remember STD Christmas special, and will not watch it afterwards.
Bryan: Bryan will be a semi-regular audience member/show member.

Fan of the show, Brandon Mynatt, will be a participant in the 2018 Special Olympics as part of the Team Missouri Bowling Team. (Donate at: http://give.somo.org/site/TR?px=1073149&fr_id=1190&pg=persona)

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