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In this episode of StS, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking releases in WWE and the implications for the wrestling industry..

The conversation shifts to Will Ospreay's perspective on the rivalry between WWE and AEW, and the importance of finding a balance of both in-ring skills and storytelling in wrestling versus only choosing to do one or the other,

The episode shifts to it's Backlash theme - with a discussion on the host's Mount Rushmore of Backlash pay-per-views and matches, highlighting the best moments in both Backlash and wrestling history.<...

The conversation delves into the aftermath of WrestleMania, analyzing match outcomes, performances, and future storylines. The hosts discuss the contrasting energies of the two nights, highlight key matches, and express concerns about the women's division and tag team dynamics.

They also speculate on potential future feuds and the direction of various wrestlers in the coming months.

Overall, the discussion highlights the evolving landscape of wrestling and the need for fresh storylines and character arcs. In this conversation, the hosts delve into the intricacies of WWE's storytelling, particularly focusing on WrestleMania's outcomes and the implications of...

TTW Hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack dive deep into their predictions for WrestleMania, discussing each match on the card for both nights.

They give an in depth analysis of the potential outcomes, the implications of each wrestler's performance, the storytelling involved, and the implications of each match, while also engaging in friendly bets and speculating on character developments, particularly regarding the potential of: Jey Uso, Seth Rollins and Bianca Belair's potential heel turns.

The conversation is filled with excitement and unpredictability surrounding the event, with a mix of humor and critical insights into...

In this episode of Wednesday Night Marks, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming WrestleMania 41, including match predictions, the recent 'Go Home' Monday Night Raw, and the overall state of wrestling storylines.

They express their frustrations with the current build-up to WrestleMania, the treatment of mid-card talent, and the women's division in WWE.

The discussion also briefly touches on Josh Alexander's debut in AEW and the implications for wrestling narratives moving forward.

In this segment of the conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of wrestling, including the complexities of...

In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the current state of WWE as they approach WrestleMania, including the card overview, the impact of the European tour on storylines, and the heated exchanges between John Cena and Cody Rhodes.

They also delve into Jade Cargill and her feud with Naomi, Rey Phoenix's debut, and the lackluster feud between Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton.

The conversation highlights the ups and downs of the wrestling world, with a focus on character development and audience reception.

The hosts discuss the recent injury announcement of...

In this inaugural segment of StS, co-hosts conversation, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the current build-up to WrestleMania, focusing on John Cena's first heel promo, the impact of European tours on WWE storylines, and the dynamics between Cena and Cody Rhodes.

They analyze the role of legends like Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Rock in the current wrestling landscape, as well as fan expectations and reactions leading up to WrestleMania 41. The conversation delves into the current state of WWE leading up to WrestleMania, discussing the anticipation for the event, the disappointing booking of champions...

In the fourth installment of Wednesday Night Marks, co-hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, the implications for WrestleMania, and the impact of CM Punk's next 'Pipe Bomb' promo. They analyze the role of Travis Scott in the wrestling narrative and the unexpected victory of Iyo Sky for the Women's World Heavyweight Championship. The conversation also touches on the future of Gunther and Jey Uso, exploring the dynamics of their feuds and potential storylines leading up to WrestleMania. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of professional wrestling...

In this conversation, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, analyzing its implications for his character and the wrestling landscape. They compare it to past iconic heel turns, particularly Hulk Hogan's, and speculate on the future of Cena's character leading into WrestleMania. The discussion then shifts to the Elimination Chamber event, highlighting key matches and performances, especially focusing on the women's elimination chamber match and Liv Morgan's standout performance. The hosts express their excitement for upcoming storylines and potential feuds, particularly involving Jade Cargill and Cody Rhodes. The conversation delves...

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In this episode, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming Elimination Chamber event and give their predictions for the matches and the potential outcomes they could have for WrestleMania 41.

They delve into the dynamics between Cody Rhodes and The Rock, analyze the women's and men's elimination chamber matches, and speculate on potential outcomes and storylines leading to WrestleMania.

The conversation highlights the unpredictability of wrestling narratives for WrestleMania 41 and the excitement surrounding the event.

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In this episode, the hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the fallout from the Royal Rumble, analyzing both the Women's and Men's matches, including unexpected returns and eliminations. They delve into the ladder match between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, highlighting the brutal spots and storytelling involved. The conversation shifts to Jey Uso's surprising victory and the implications for future storylines, emphasizing the importance of character development and long-term storytelling in wrestling. In this segment of the conversation, the hosts delve into various topics surrounding WWE, including John Cena's return and its implications. They discuss The Raw...

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In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack dive into their predictions for the upcoming Royal Rumble, discussing key matches, character developments, and potential outcomes. They analyze the tension between Cody Rhodes and CM Punk, speculate on Cody's character arc, and explore the implications of a possible heel turn. The duo also discuss the importance of Tag Team wrestling and it being prominently featured on the Royal Rumble Big 4 PLE and give their predictions and thoughts surrounding the upcoming Royal Rumble event, focusing on both the women's and men's matches, highlighting...

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In this 2nd installment of 'Wednesday Night Marks, co-hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack - dive into the TNA Genesis pay-per-view, discussing match highlights, the emergence of new champions, and potential future feuds. They analyze key matches, including Tessa Blanchard vs. Jordynne Grace and the 'I Quit' match between Mike Santana and Josh Alexander, while also touching on the state of tag team wrestling in TNA and WWE. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the current state of wrestling, focusing on the tag team division, the Knockouts Championship match, Joe Hendry's journey to...

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In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the highlights from WWE Raw on January 20, 2025. They delve into the commentary dynamics with Wade Barrett filling in for Corey Graves, the impact of Pat McAfee's commentary style, and the ongoing storyline involving Jey Uso and Gunther. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Saturday Night Main Event, predictions for title changes, and the unique wrestling style of Gunther, as well as fan reactions to various wrestlers. In this segment, the hosts discuss the recent developments in WWE, focusing on Kofi Kingston's...

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The inaugural episode of Wednesday Night Marks dives into the world of wrestling, focusing on WWE's current landscape, character dynamics, and fan reactions. The hosts discuss the significance of Cody Rhodes and John Cena's roles, the impact of pre-recorded shows, and the recent Netflix debut. They also explore the women's division, particularly Tiffany Stratton's rise, and the potential future of Jacob Fatu and Tama Tonga. The episode wraps up with thoughts on upcoming matches and the overall direction of WWE storylines. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various topics surrounding professional...

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In this episode, Alexander the Great reflects on the past year and shares his predictions for the world of wrestling in 2025. He discusses the potential outcomes for WrestleMania 41, the influence of The Rock on WWE storylines, and highlights emerging stars and future matches. The conversation also covers predictions for the women's division and concludes with community engagement and thoughts on the future of wrestling.

*NOTE: I recorded this prior to the Go Home SmackDown so here are two major updates that were introduced on the show:

In this episode of TTW, Alexander the Great discusses the release of a new TTW Weekly Series featuring the new TTW Co-Host, Aiden Haystack!

Also discussed is the...

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In this episode, Alexander The Great dives deep into the upcoming Survivor Series, providing predictions and analysis on various matches, including LA Knight vs. Shinsuke Nakamura, the Triple Threat Intercontinental Championship, and the Women's War Games match. He discusses the storytelling aspects of wrestling, character dynamics, and the potential outcomes of each match, emphasizing the importance of building narratives in wrestling. The episode culminates in a detailed breakdown of the OG Bloodline vs. Bloodline 2.0 match, highlighting the significance of CM Punk's involvement. The...

The conversation delves into the intricate storytelling of the Bloodline saga in WWE, focusing on the dynamics between Roman Reigns and Jey Uso. It explores themes of family loyalty, manipulation, and the journey towards redemption, highlighting key moments such as Roman's return, Jey's Intercontinental Championship win AND loss via the Bloodline 2.0 and the evolving relationships within the Bloodline.

The discussion emphasizes the importance of storytelling in professional wrestling and how it shapes character development and audience engagement.

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In this podcast episode, Alexander the Great discusses the recent return of The Rock at Bad Blood and its implications for the storyline involving Roman Reigns and the Bloodline. He explores the potential for a redemption arc for Roman, the dynamics of the Bloodline 2.0, and the future of various characters in WWE. The conversation also touches on the creation of a community for wrestling fans and the importance of engaging with listeners for content ideas!

The conversation dives deep into the recent WWE event, Bad Blood, discussing various matches, their outcomes, and the overall storytelling. The hosts express their opinions on the performances of wrestlers like CM Punk, Drew McIntyre, Liv Morgan, and Rhea Ripley, while also critiquing the commentary and match pacing. The return of The Rock and the implications for future storylines are also highlighted, alongside humorous commentary on the absurdities of wrestling culture.

In this episode, Alexander the Great discusses the upcoming WWE Bad Blood event, providing predictions and insights on the match card. He expresses strong opinions on the booking decisions, particularly regarding the main event featuring CM Punk and Drew McIntyre, and critiques the inclusion of certain matches like Nia Jax vs. Bayley. The conversation covers each match, analyzing the storylines and potential outcomes, while also highlighting the dynamics within the Bloodline faction and the importance of The Rock's potential return.

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Roman Reigns' return at SummerSlam is discussed, along with potential storylines and future matches. The conversation explores Roman's redemption arc and the possibility of a bloodline Civil War and the eventual showdown between Roman Reigns and The Rock at WrestleMania 41.

The return of Roman Reigns revitalizes interest in SmackDown and creates anticipation for future episodes.

What do you think is next for Roman Reigns?

Will the true Tribal Chief make his long awaited return tonight? Will Drew finally get the best of CM Punk? Will Gunther become the new WHC? Where does Dom’s allegiance lie?

Deep dive with me on this SummerSlam card as I go over the feud origins and make final predictions for SummerSlam!

Note this was recorded Friday 8/2 PRIOR to the GO HOME SmackDown

Worst PLE in the Paul Levesque era?

What happened?

Was Drew winning the briefcase the right decision?

The Solo Sikoa problem that nobody wants to talk about

Plus a sneak peak into the upcoming card for Monday Night Raw

7/8/2024

Will Drew get Punk’d again?

Will Orton turn on Cody?

Is it Tiffy time or will everything turn Green?

How will ⁠Money in the Bank⁠ play out tonight?!