Voices Of Wrestling Podcast Network

It was a massive week of news for the Dramatic Dream Team and we've got you covered this week on Wrestling Omakase! John is joined by returning guest Jesse (@K0jiii) to break it all down, starting with the major news that DDT is running their first ever show in the US next year during Wrestlemania weekend! We do some major speculation on how that might all work out, speculate even more about Mania weekend in general (also talking the rest of WWN, wXw, Wrestlecon, GCW and more), and discuss whether or not we think DDT can draw. Once that's out of the way we talk another major news story, the news that longtime DDT stalwart Shigehiro Irie will be going freelance after the upcoming Peter Pan show next month. Then we talk a really good DDT Road to Ryogoku 9/23 Korakuen, featuring yet another major development with the debut of CIMA & the rest of the Strong Hearts faction! Finally, we wrap up the DDT segment with a look ahead at major upcoming matches, including the full card for next month's Peter

OTVG is back to take a look a the Dragon System from OWE/DG appearances in BOLA to September 24th's Dangerous Gate show. Mike starts off the show with his first Dragon System History segment, talking about the history of Dragon System excursions and oversea appearances. Then Drew Spears (https://twitter.com/drewspurs), joins him to give a live report on the Strong Hearts/Dragon Gate appearances at 2018's Battle of Los Angeles. Mike then gives his reaction and reviews Dragon Gate's current Big Show of the Year: Dangerous Gate 2018. Episode photo is from Dragon Gate's official twitter: https://twitter.com/dragongate_pro Thanks for listening and please subscribe and follow us on the podcatching platform of your choice! Follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/openvoicegate.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this edition of the Super J-Cast, Joel and Damon review the Destruction shows from Beppu and Kobe. They also share their thoughts on Taichi's Cartwheel Deathmatch performance, the Jay White mega-push, toilet anxiety in Asia, we answer listener questions, and Damon shares his "must watch" of the week. **Buy a Super J-Cast T-shirt: prowrestlingtees.com/superjcast** **Follow us on Twitter: @thesuperjcast** **Discord Link: https://discordapp.com/invite/8zjHxnh Editor Dan: He don't deserve a plug this week.**Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Harrington (@mookieghana) and Brandon Howard Thurston (@brandonthurston) discuss this week's news: * WWE Saudi Arabia: Is it more valuable than WrestleMania or not? * Impact officials have meeting at WWE HQ * Legal update: WWE CTE lawsuit and more * WON HOF ballot * WWE tryout in Chile / NXT Success Chris and Brandon talk about additional topics on WRESTLENOMICS PREMIUM. This week only sign-up for $1 at [wrestlenomics.com](http://wrestlenomics.com) and listen to this week's premium episode. This week's Wrestlenomics Premium topics: * Brian Nurse hired as SVP of Legal Affairs * Independent contractor Part 1 & 3; Cowley’s 2014 article * Other WWE news: MMC2 views, 205 Live taped before Smackdown, Wrap article on FOX/WWE * Mookie’s corner: Ring Warriors, Mavericks Email questions and comments to wrestlenomics@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris and Jeff go through 15 hours of WWE programming.  Why is Aiden wrong?  Does Braun have a NWO problem?  Why are we asking you this?Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on the VOW Flagship we review a collection of mediocre shows including WWE Hell in a Cell, NJPW Destruction in Hiroshima and NJPW Destruction in Beppu.  Additional topics include a preview of NJPW Destruction in Kobe, the lackluster build to Okada vs. Tanahashi, CMLL's anniversary show, Impact and WWE officials meeting, WWE's upcoming Saudi Arabia and Australia shows and much more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Oli and Arn are joined by a fabulous trio of guests for our third annual Euro Draft. Find the cards on the Voices of Wrestling forums: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=8&sid=42a087f18c22ba6174e046cd8b937bdd Vote for the winner on @BritWresRoundAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on Wrestling Omakase we finally return to our Fantasy Draft series, with the penultimate draft of the year! We've covered WWE/NJPW, the Japanese indies, and the US/UK indies, so this week we turn our attention to lucha! John is joined by four participants this week, all returning guests: JR Goldberg (@wrestlingbubble), Skylar (@Twwitterdotcom), Mike Spears (@fujiiheya) and Andy (@trillyrobinson). All four will be selecting 25 picks each, with the requirement that the wrestlers must have worked at least 5 matches in Mexico in the past year. Once all the selections have been made each will put together a dream supercard, and then it's up to YOU to decide who wins! Go to the @wrestleomakase Twitter account and vote in our poll for the next week to pick your favorite supercard! Whoever wins will move on to our final Omakase fantasy draft of the year, the WORLDWIDE CHAMPIONS EDITION with previous winners John (WWE women/joshi & Japanese indies), Alex (WWE men/New Japan) and Jake (US/UK indies

On this episode of Music of the Mat, the podcast ventures into the world of wrestling video game music for the first time ever. Andrew takes a look at some of the custom themes from the 1999 game WWF Attitude! It's a wacky solo romp featuring stereotypical music, songs that just sound pretty cool, and some downright bizarre tracks to say the least.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this edition of the Super J-Cast, Joel and Damon review night one of the Destruction Tour 2018 in Hiroshima, preview the remaining two Destruction events, Kenny Omega's championship to date, Inokiism, answer more listener questions, texting before knocking, and the joys of October 31 Follow us on Twitter: @thesuperjcast Discord Link: https://discordapp.com/invite/8zjHxnh Editor Dan: @LouZyHero219Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Real Sting Sarah/Sarah Classic is back with a bang! In this episode you can hear the 2 Sarah’s back together again discussing wXw FAN in Hamburg/Oberhausen, MDK’s trip to Rev Pro’s BJ Cup and accidentally Media Con as well as their thoughts on PROGRESS and the OTT FAN v Wembley struggle. Did you know they’re running a bowling tournament? #OberhausenOpenAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Harrington (@mookieghana) and Brandon Howard (@brandonthurston) this week are joined by Will From Texas to talk about his live experience at the CMLL Anniversary show at Arena Mexico! WRESTLENOMICS PREMIUM. Sign-up for $5/month at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. This week's Wrestlenomics Premium topics: * New media developments : OTT services increasing price points, NFL popularity, Endeavor podcast division, Gladiator Sports Network  * Chinese independent promotions and wrestlers, using data from cagematch.net * An in-depth discussion and review of an article from 2005 on the independent contractor issue in pro wrestling Independent contractor articleAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Rich is on vacation AGAIN, so Joe takes you on a solo adventure, breaking down EVOLVE's transition period, the Destruction tour, Hell In A Cell, and your questions, including BOLA & Royal Road breakdowns, PROGRESS Wembley, and more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The go home shows would make you think the big show is Australia.  Chris and Jeff run down the card for the ppv this Sunday.  Cry "Havoc" and let slip the dogs of war.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

OTVG returns with a review of early September shows including Korakuen and the first ever Gate of Origin! Case Lowe (https://twitter.com/_inyourcase) joins Mike to talk about a fun Tokyo show and a lopsided debut in Sendai, along with an update on the OWE/Strong Hearts guys in Wrestle-1, and they talk about the impending departure, and career, of Shingo Takagi.  Case's September 6th Korakuen review can be found at: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2018/09/07/dragon-gate-crown-gate-september-6-results-review/ Case's Gate of Origin review can be found at: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2018/09/10/dragon-gate-gate-of-origin-september-9-review/ Mike's column on Shingo's departure can be found at: https://www.voicesofwrestling.com/2018/09/06/going-his-own-way-shingo-takagi-leaves-dragon-gate/ Episode photo is from https://twitter.com/dg_k_h_s Thanks for listening and please subscribe and follow us on the podcatching platform of your choice! Follow us on twitter at https://twitter.com/openv

This week on Wrestling Omakase we jump right into an ambitious discussion: rating every year of the WWF/E from 1996 through 2006, on a scale of 1 to 5! Joining me to tackle this interesting project are returning guests and VOW writers Alex Wendland (@AlexWendland) and Lawson Leong (@LawsonComedy89), as we break down each and every year. Which years did we love and which did we absolutely hate? Some of the answers may surprise you. Plus for each year we pick a Best & Worst PPV, Best Match of the Year, and MVP as well. It's a fun and free wheeling conversation as we jump through a turbulent ten years of the World Wrestling Federation (and Entertainment), this week on Omakase!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Aaron T. is out this week making sure Julia Salazar gets elected to the New York State Senate so the King of Banter, Joe Lanza, joins Aaron B. to discuss last weekend's EVOLVE 112 and 113. Aaron B. and Joe discuss EVOLVE's latest attempt to transition, whether Joey Janela is succeeding in EVOLVE, whether Darby Allin can be The Guy, and more!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Chris Harrington (@mookieghana) and Brandon Howard (@brandonthurston) discuss: * Interview with Mike Piellucci (@mikelikessport) about his Ringer All In article  * All In Economics (live gate, TV ratings, merchandise numbers) WRESTLENOMICS PREMIUM. Sign-up for $5/month at patreon.com/wrestlenomics. This week's Wrestlenomics Premium topics: * Brandon’s NXT in Buffalo report and Mookie talks WWE Attendance Numbers * Daniel Bryan re-signs with WWE * “Heart, Intensity and the Sell” (CARDIO!) Email questions and comments to wrestlenomics@gmail.com.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jeff Hawkins and Chris Novembrino examine the split personality of Drake Maverick, Columbus having Night Court, and why nothing on 205 Live will matter until after Australia.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week on the VOW Flagship we talk the death of ROH on HDNET announcer Mike Hogewood, recap a spectacular ALL IN show, Daniel Bryan's contract status and last but not least, Bouncin' Around Japan covering Shingo's departure from Dragon Gate, more reasons why we are a deathmatch show and the return of KENTA in NOAH.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy