Wrestling with the Willeys

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In this episode, wrestling fans Jeremy Willey and Josh share their predictions for WWE Backlash, discuss the upcoming matches, and analyze the storylines leading into the event. If you're looking to get insights on potential outcomes and behind-the-scenes thoughts, this is the episode for you.

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Chatting about the highs and lows of WWE WrestleMania 42 — from unexpected outcomes to match flow concerns and backstage dynamics, plus a look ahead at upcoming WWE events.

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Get ready for an in-depth preview of WrestleMania 42 as Josh and Jeremy dive into match predictions, storyline speculations, and behind-the-scenes insights. Whether you’re planning your viewing or just interested in wrestling analysis, this episode covers it all.

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Join us as we break down the electrifying AEW Dynasty! From surprise matches to key storyline developments, we delve into every detail that shaped this night of professional wrestling.

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This episode provides a detailed review of AEW Revolution 2026, highlighting match results, backstage controversies, and storyline developments. The hosts analyze the booking choices, reactions, and implications for future events like WrestleMania. Fans of wrestling get a comprehensive perspective, with resources for further exploration. The discussion underscores AEW’s tendency towards surprises and storytelling twists, contrasting WWE's more structured approach.Episode Highlights:

Join us as we break down the upcoming AEW Revolution 2026 card, offering predictions, insights, and analysis on each match—from the Blackjack Battle Royal to the Main Event. Whether you're a die-hard fan or just catching up, get a detailed preview of what to expect this Sunday.

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An in-depth analysis of WWE Elimination Chamber 2026, including match outcomes, backstage insights, and future predictions for WrestleMania. Perfect for wrestling fans wanting detailed breakdowns and industry insights.

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"Finn Balor shook CM Punk's hand."
"CM Punk brought up Roman's dead dad."
"AEW pay-per-views last six hours."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Elimination Chamber 2026
03:03 Women's Elimination Chamber Match Analysis
05:35 Rhea Ripley's Victory and Future Implications
08:32 AJ Lee vs. Becky Lynch: Match Review
11:25 CM Punk vs. Finn Balor: The Chicago Showdown
14:20 WrestleMania Build-Up...

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In this lively discussion, Josh and Jeremy analyze upcoming WWE events, predictions for the Elimination Chamber, and speculate on the contents of a mysterious crate at the event. They also delve into boxing, celebrity fights, and the entertainment industry, providing insights and predictions for fans.

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"The crate is probably a statue of John Cena."
"WWE gets fans excited with surprises and letdowns."
"The crate might contain a statue of John Cena."

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00:00 Predictions for the 2026 Elimination Chamber
02:39 Match Analysis and Potential...

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This episode covers WWE Royal Rumble 2026, including match results, surprises, and predictions for upcoming events like Elimination Chamber and WrestleMania. The hosts analyze the outcomes, share insights on wrestlers' performances, and discuss storyline developments.

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"Gunther's match was a highlight of the event."
"Drew McIntyre's dominant win surprised me."
"Roman Reigns wins again, tired of it."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Royal Rumble Predictions
05:45 Surprises and Expectations in the Rumble
11:04 Drew McIntyre vs. Sami Zayn Breakdown
16:53 Royal Rumble Highlights an...

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In this episode, Josh and Jeremy discuss their predictions for the WWE Royal Rumble 2026, covering match orders, potential surprise entrants, and the implications of each match. They delve into the women's and men's Royal Rumble matches, analyzing the announced participants and speculating on possible returns. The conversation also touches on the current storylines leading into the event, including Drew McIntyre's title defense against Sami Zayn and AJ Styles' career-threatening match against Gunther. The hosts express their excitement for the event and share their thoughts on the potential outcomes.

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Royal Rumble...

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In this episode of Wrestling with the Willey's, Josh and Jeremy dive into the Survivor Series WarGames event, analyzing each match in detail. They discuss their predictions, the performances of various wrestlers, and the implications of the outcomes. The conversation also touches on future events and potential storylines, particularly focusing on the trajectories of key wrestlers like John Cena, Drew McIntyre, and Rhea Ripley.

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The Survivor Series War Games featured only four matches, making it a fast-paced event.
Josh and Jeremy had accurate predictions for the matches, showcasing their...

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In this episode of the Wrestling with the Willey's podcast, the hosts discuss AEW's Full Gear pay-per-view, providing insights into match predictions, results, and the overarching themes of the event. They delve into the pre-show matches, the main card, and the notable bloodshed throughout the event, while also critiquing character development and the use of finishing moves in wrestling. The conversation highlights the unpredictability of matches, particularly the casino gauntlet, and concludes with reflections on the No Holds Barred match between Moxley and O'Reilly. In this episode, the hosts review various wrestling matches, focusing on predictions...

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In this conversation, Joshua and Jeremy discuss their predictions for the upcoming Survivor Series event, focusing on the match card, venue significance, and potential outcomes. They analyze the WarGames matches, the roles of key wrestlers like John Cena and Nikki Bella, and speculate on future storylines leading to WrestleMania. The discussion highlights the excitement and unpredictability of the event while expressing concerns about the current state of WWE booking.

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In this episode, Joshua Willey and Jeremy discuss their predictions for the upcoming Full Gear 2025 wrestling event. They analyze various matches, including kickoff matches, tag team championships, and main event showdowns. The hosts provide insights into the potential outcomes of each match, highlighting key wrestlers and their storylines leading up to the event. The conversation covers a range of topics, from the significance of certain matches to the implications of wins and losses for the wrestlers involved.

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In this episode of Wrestling with the Willeys, the hosts recap and analyze the recent WWE Crown Jewel 2025 event, discussing various matches including the Australian Street Fight, the Crown Jewel Championship match, and the main event featuring Seth Rollins and Cody Rhodes. They delve into the performances of the wrestlers, unexpected outcomes, and speculate on future storylines leading to Survivor Series. The podcast emphasizes the importance of match length, pacing, and character development in wrestling, while also previewing upcoming events and predictions.

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The podcast discusses the recent Crown Jewel 2025 event.
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In this live stream, Josh and Jeremy discuss their predictions for WWE's Crown Jewel event. They explore the match card, key storylines, and rivalries leading up to the event, including the anticipated matches between Cody Rhodes and Seth Rollins, John Cena and AJ Styles, and the tag team match featuring the Kabuki Warriors. The hosts provide their insights and predictions for each match, emphasizing the significance of the outcomes and potential future storylines in WWE.

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This will be different than most of the time.
Cody retained the belt at...

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In this episode of Wrestling with the Willeys, hosts Josh and Jeremy discuss the latest pay-per-view event, Wrestlepalooza, and its reception among fans. They delve into the disappointing match between Brock Lesnar and John Cena, the implications of John Cena's potential retirement, and the evolving dynamics in the tag team division with The Vision and The Usos. The conversation also covers AJ Lee's return to the ring, the match between Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre, and predictions for the upcoming Crown Jewel event. The hosts express their thoughts on the current state of WWE and the...

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In this episode of Wrestling with the Willeys, the hosts discuss the recent AEW pay-per-view, All Out, analyzing various matches and the overall storytelling within the promotion. They express disappointment in certain match outcomes, particularly Eddie Kingston's return and the portrayal of the Hurt Syndicate. The conversation also highlights the selling abilities of Mercedes Mone and the challenges faced by smaller wrestlers like Riho. The hosts reflect on the similarities between current wrestling dynamics and past eras, emphasizing the need for better character development and match pacing. In this episode, the hosts delve into various aspects...

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In this episode of Wrestling with the Willeys, Josh and Jeremy discuss the recent Clash in Paris event, analyzing key matches, venue significance, and the ongoing rivalry between WWE and AEW. They delve into the performances of Roman Reigns, Bronson Reed, Becky Lynch, and others, while also touching on the implications of AJ Lee's return to the ring. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of professional wrestling, including pay-per-view pricing strategies and the dynamics of tag teams.

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The venue for Clash in Paris was significantly larger than typical U.S...

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The Wrestling with Willey's podcast reviews WWE SummerSlam 2025, discussing the new two-night format, match outcomes, and character developments. Key matches include Roman Reigns & Jey Uso vs. Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed, CM Punk vs. Gunther, and Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena. The hosts analyze the performances and predict future storylines, highlighting the event's successes and shortcomings.

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WWE SummerSlam 2025 was the first two-night format for the event.
The match between Roman Reigns &Jey Uso and Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed had a unique build-up.
Bron Breakker is seen as a rising star...

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In this episode of 'Wrestling with the Willeys', Josh and Jeremy review the Evolution 2025 pay-per-view, discussing the matches, character developments, and overall impact on women's wrestling in WWE. They analyze key matches including Becky Lynch vs. Bayley vs. Lyra Valkyria, Jordynne Grace vs. Jacy Jayne, and the main event featuring Io Sky and Rhea Ripley. The hosts express their thoughts on character arcs, match quality, and the future of various wrestlers, including Naomi's cash-in and Jade Cargill's growth in the ring.

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The Evolution 2025 pay-per-view had mixed reviews.
Becky Lynch is...

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In this episode, Josh and Jeremy discuss the lengthy AEW pay-per-view 'All in Texas,' highlighting its nearly six-hour runtime and the impact it had on viewers. They delve into the complexities of AEW's faction-heavy booking, the confusion surrounding match outcomes, and the controversial victory of MJF in the Casino Gauntlet match. The duo critiques the predictable patterns of the Young Bucks and the implications of injuries on storylines, particularly focusing on Dustin Rhodes' title win. They also touch on the competitive strategies WWE is employing against AEW and conclude with a discussion on Athena's rise...

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In this episode of Wrestling with Willey's podcast, Josh and Jeremy discuss their recent experiences with wrestling pay-per-views, including SummerSlam and Forbidden Door. They analyze various matches, character developments, and the overall trends in the wrestling industry. The conversation highlights the importance of storytelling in wrestling and the impact of character arcs on audience engagement. They also touch on the future of certain wrestlers and the direction of the wrestling business as a whole.

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The hosts are catching up on multiple podcasts due to vacations.
Cody Rhodes vs. Randy...

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In this episode of the Wrestling with Willey's podcast, hosts Joshua and Jeremy discuss the 2025 edition of Money in the Bank, expressing their disappointment with the overall event. They analyze the women's match, the confusing booking decisions surrounding various wrestlers, and the outcomes of the men's championship ladder match. The conversation also touches on the return of R-Truth, the impact of CM Punk on wrestling, and the final match featuring Cody and Jey against Cena and Logan Paul. The hosts share their thoughts on the future of certain wrestlers and the overall direction of WWE.

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In this episode, Joshua and Jeremy discuss the AEW Double or Nothing 2025 pay-per-view, sharing their thoughts on various matches, including the kickoff matches, the main card highlights, and specific match analyses. They express their opinions on the pacing, storytelling, and character developments within AEW, particularly focusing on the performances of wrestlers like Mercedes Mone, FTR, Ricochet, and Okada. The conversation delves into the overall quality of the event, with both hosts sharing their critiques and insights on the wrestling landscape. In this conversation, Joshua and Jeremy discuss various wrestling matches, focusing on ticket pricing, match analysis...

In this episode, Joshua and Jeremy discuss the recent WWE Backlash event, analyzing various matches and performances. They highlight the Fatal Four Way match as a standout, delve into the implications of injuries and wrestler releases, and critique the performances of Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria. The conversation also covers Dominic Mysterio's rise within the Judgment Day faction and the potential storyline involving Karrion Kross and Logan Paul. The hosts reflect on fan reactions and WWE's booking strategies, emphasizing the importance of adapting storylines to audience responses. In this episode, the hosts delve into the current state of wrestling...

In this episode of Wrestling with the Willey's, hosts Joshua and Jeremy discuss WrestleMania 41, reflecting on their experiences and analyzing key matches. They delve into the Elimination Chamber, John Cena's heel turn, and the highlights of WrestleMania, including standout performances from Jey Uso, Gunther, Jade Cargill, and Jacob Fatu. The conversation also critiques disappointing matches and speculates on future storylines in WWE. In this conversation, Jeremy and Joshua discuss various wrestling matches, focusing on predictions, match outcomes, and performances. They analyze the surprising elements of the matches, particularly the main event of night one and the women's triple threat...

In this episode, Joshua and Jeremy discuss the recent changes in their podcast format, focusing on major WWE and AEW pay-per-views. They delve into the Royal Rumble, analyzing the performances, surprises, and controversies surrounding wrestlers like Charlotte Flair, Nia Jax, and Jordynne Grace. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of wrestling, including the impact of shorter pay-per-views and the challenges of maintaining viewer engagement. In this episode, Jeremy and Joshua discuss various wrestling matches, focusing on Nia Jax's impressive performance, critiques of match quality, and character dynamics, particularly with Johnny Gargano. They analyze the match between Kevin Owens and...

The Wrestling with the Willey's podcast discusses the challenges of keeping up with monthly pay-per-views and the length of WWE events. They review the matches from the Queen and King of the Ring pay-per-view, including the kickoff show, Becky Lynch vs. Liv Morgan, and the triple threat match. They express frustration with the lack of build-up for the women's tag titles and speculate on Becky Lynch's future. They also discuss the potential shift in storytelling with WWE's move to Netflix. The conversation touches on the importance of storytelling and the impact of social media on wrestling narratives. In this...

The Wrestling with the Willeys podcast discusses the Backlash 2024 edition. The hosts note that the pay-per-view had only five matches and lasted three hours. They discuss the matches, including the Bloodline vs. Kevin Owens and Randy Orton, Bailey vs. Naomi and Tiffany Stratton, Damien Priest vs. Jey Uso, and more. They comment on the crowd's energy and the lack of continuity with storylines from WrestleMania. The hosts also mention the upcoming King and Queen of the Ring event in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The conversation covers various topics related to wrestling, including the potential push of Jey Uso, the Bloodline...

Summary

AEW's Dynasty pay-per-view received mixed reviews, with many matches being forgettable. Chris Jericho's win over Hook in an FTW rules match was criticized, as Jericho's constant presence on every pay-per-view is becoming tiresome. The match between Willow Nightingale and Julia Hart for the TBS Championship was predictable, setting up a future rematch with Mercedes Mone'. Roderick Strong retained the title against Kyle O'Reilly in a match that lacked buildup. The House of Black faced Adam Copeland, Eddie Kingston, and Mark Briscoe in a six-man tag match, but the outcome did not have much impact. Kazuchika Okada...

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The conversation covers the discussion of WrestleMania XL and the fallout leading up to the upcoming event, Backlash. The hosts talk about the matches and storylines, including Rhea Ripley vs. Becky Lynch, the tag team ladder match, and the match between Jey Uso and Jimmy Uso. They also discuss the draft and the changes in the roster. The hosts express their opinions on the matches and the lack of connection between WrestleMania and Backlash. Night two of WrestleMania featured several matches that lacked significant storylines or build-up. The matches between LA Knight and AJ Styles, and...

The Wrestling with the Willeys Podcast discusses AEW Revolution 2024 edition. They review the matches and express their opinions on the decisions made by Tony Khan. They also discuss the release of several wrestlers and the bloated rosters in AEW. The conversation covers various matches, including Christian Cage vs. Daniel Garcia, Eddie Kingston vs. Brian Danielson, and Wardlow winning the all-star scramble match. The conversation covers various matches from a wrestling event, discussing the booking decisions and the wrestlers' performances. The main themes include the lack of direction for certain wrestlers, the missed opportunities for storytelling, and the standout match...

In this episode of the Wrestling with the Willey's podcast, Josh and Jeremy discuss the Elimination Chamber pay-per-view. They start by talking about the length of the pay-per-view and how it has changed over time. They then dive into the women's Elimination Chamber match and discuss the awkward finish. They also share their thoughts on Becky Lynch's return and potential winners. The hosts discuss the filler matches and how they contribute to the storytelling for WrestleMania. They also speculate on Damien Priest's cash-in and potential opponents. Finally, they talk about Pete Dunne and Tyler Bate and share their thoughts...

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In this episode of the Wrestling with the Willey's podcast, Joshua and Jeremy discuss the Royal Rumble pay-per-view. They start by setting the stage and explaining why they decided to focus on the Royal Rumble matches. They dive into the Women's Royal Rumble, highlighting the surprises and returns, as well as the impressive performances. They also discuss Bayley's challenge and the developments in NXT. Moving on to the Men's Royal Rumble, they share their thoughts on Roman Reigns' match and the involvement of Logan Paul. They conclude by expressing their disappointment with a filler match. In...

The Fastlane 2023 pay-per-view featured a short card with matches that lacked coherence and logical storytelling. The event started with Cody Rhodes and Jay Uso facing Judgment Day, a match that had loose connections to previous storylines. The LWO took on Bobby Lashley and The Street Profits in a match that felt thrown together. IO Sky battled Asuka and Charlotte in a match that lacked buildup and purpose. LA Knight and John Cena faced The Bloodline, which had some interesting moments but ultimately felt inconsequential. The main event saw Seth Rollins take on Shinsuke Nakamura in a last man standing...

In this episode, Joshua and Jeremy review the WWE Pay-Per-View event Payback 2023. They discuss the length of the event and the number of matches. The first match they review is Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus, highlighting some botched moves and the overall length of the match. They then discuss the match between LA Knight and The Miz, noting the involvement of John Cena as the special guest referee. Next, they review the match between Rey Mysterio and Austin Theory, discussing the short duration of the match and the sponsorship by Cinnamon Toast Crunch. They then move on to the...

The conversation covers topics such as Tony Khan's spending habits, AEW's potential acquisition of New Japan Pro Wrestling, Nick Aldis and NWA, Dolph Ziggler's future, Brian Danielson's entrance and Ricky Starks' promo, the Blackpool Combat Club vs. Eddie Kingston and Katsuyori Shibata match, the FTR and Young Bucks feud, Kenny Omega's entrance theme, and the John Moxley vs. Orange Cassidy match.

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In this episode of the Wrestling with the Willey’s podcast, Josh and Jeremy review the All In 2023 event. They discuss the matches, including CM Punk vs. Samoa Joe, FTR vs. Young Bucks, and the Stadium Stampede match. They also delve into the drama surrounding CM Punk and speculate on whether it is a work or not. The episode concludes with the discussion of Saraya winning the title and the future of AEW. The conversation covers various matches from the AEW pay-per-view event. The hosts discuss the Darby Allin and Sting vs. Swerve and Christian Cage match, debating whether St...

The conversation covers the return of Nia Jax, the Seth Rollins and Finn Balor match, the triple threat match between Bianca Belair, Asuka, and Charlotte Flair, the Gunther match, Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso, and an overall assessment of the pay-per-view.

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