Ahead of his NXT Championship clash with Carmelo Hayes at NXT No Mercy, Ilja Dragunov joins the podcast to discuss his upbringing in Germany, where he pulls his in-ring inspiration from and why he is the one to lead NXT into the future. Plus, Corey and Kevin discuss why Otis vs. Bronson Reed on Raw was their favorite match of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The LWO's Santos Escobar joins the podcast for the first time to discuss his decorated wrestling family, the impact of bringing back The LWO and why he feels Rey Mysterio is the greatest luchador of all time. Plus, Corey and Kevin recap The Rock's surprise return to SmackDown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Alpha Academy's Chad Gable is back on the podcast to discuss his incredible Intercontinental Championship Match against Gunther, having his family in attendance and what it will take to keep his promise to the WWE Universe. Plus, Corey and Kevin discuss Becky Lynch winning the NXT Women's Championship and open the #AskATB mailbag! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grayson Waller returns to the podcast to discuss Cody Rhodes on "The Grayson Waller Effect," his disdain for New York City and why he's got his eyes on the United States Championship. Plus, Corey and Kevin recap the amazing Payback PLE and Monday's Intercontinental Championship Match between Gunther and Chad Gable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Heavyweight Champion Seth "Freakin" Rollins returns to the podcast to discuss the health of sports-entertainment and his upcoming title defense at WWE Payback against Shinsuke Nakamura. Along with Corey and Kevin, he pays tribute to their friend and brother, Bray Wyatt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes returns to the podcast to discuss his three-match series against Brock Lesnar, what he's learned in a year since his WWE return and his most crucial back-to-school shopping items. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off losing his United States Championship to Rey Mysterio last week, Austin Theory returns to the podcast to discuss his championship reign, what's next for him on SmackDown and his WrestleMania match with John Cena. Plus, Corey and Kevin give their thoughts on their first night behind the desk with Michael Cole on SmackDown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Women's Tag Team Champion Chelsea Green joins the podcast for the first time to discuss her tag team partner Sonya Deville's injury, what's next for the title and her journey to WWE. Plus, Corey and Kevin give their big takeaways from SummerSlam! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Corey and Kevin get you ready for SummerSlam as they break down the matches they are most looking forward to and welcome LA Knight (YEAH!) back to the podcast to discuss his meteoric rise, his championship aspirations and some backstory on those unearthed acting and commercial clips all over social media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Grab your favorite lawn chair, apply some sunscreen and fire up the grill as Otis and Chad Gable return to the podcast! Live from "The Shakk," Corey, Kevin, Otis and Gable discuss the undeniable appeal of Alpha Academy and the addition of Maxxine Dupri and share some of their favorite mid-western food staples. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh off his big return to NXT, Baron Corbin returns to the podcast to discuss why he wanted to go back to where his WWE journey began, his attitude after 11 years in WWE and his rivalry with Chef Reactions. Plus, Corey and Kevin give their thoughts on Jey Uso's SmackDown address and share an interesting theory behind LA Knight's growing popularity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Philadelphia Phillies legend and broadcaster and WWE superfan John Kruk makes a very special appearance on the podcast to discuss how he became a fan of WWE, why Rhea Ripley is his favorite Superstar, and some incredible encounters with Goldberg and The Ultimate Warrior. Plus, Corey and Kevin explain why Logan Paul and Ricochet have them intrigued heading into SummerSlam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Money in the Bank is in the books! Corey Graves and Kevin Patrick react to some of the biggest moments from London and continue their chat with Big E about his time as a Money in the Bank Winner, working with the Michigan Panthers of the USFL, and recruiting Superstars for WWE’s NIL program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Finn Bálor joins Corey Graves and Kevin Patrick to talk about WrestleMania, The Judgment Day and his rivalry with Seth “Freakin” Rollins ahead of their match for the World Heavyweight Championship at WWE Money in the Bank on Saturday. Corey and Kevin preview some of their favorite matches at WWE Money in the Bank, and a very special guest stops by to talk about their own experience with the briefcase. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the first time ever on After the Bell, Becky Lynch joins Corey Graves and Kevin Patrick to dive deep on her wrestling journey, becoming a mother and why she can't wait to return to London to try and win the Money in the Bank contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alpha Academy's newest recruit Maxxine Dupri joins the podcast for the first time to discuss her journey to WWE, her impeccable fashion taste and what she's learning from Coach Chad Gable and Otis. Plus, Corey and Kevin discuss the newest championship titles that were introduced on this week's Smackdown and Raw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Freshly qualified for the Money in the Bank Ladder Match, Zoey Stark is back on the podcast to discuss being drafted to Raw, her shocking attack on Becky Lynch at WWE Night of Champions and her new friendship with WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus. Plus, Corey and Kevin heap praise on two matches from Raw and discuss Roman Reigns' 1,000-Day Celebration on Smackdown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Undisputed WWE Tag Team Champion Sami Zayn returns to the podcast for an exclusive in-depth interview to discuss his experience in Jeddah at Night of Champions, his 20-year story with Kevin Owens and his time with The Bloodline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jinder Mahal joins Corey Graves and Kevin Patrick to talk about teaming up with Indus Sheer, representing India in WWE, and what it takes to be a champion. Corey and Kevin also give their final thoughts on WWE Night of Champions and predict who will win the World Heavyweight Championship! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yes Boy! Elton Prince and Kit Wilson make up Pretty Deadly, and they join the podcast for the first time to discuss their record-breaking run in NXT, getting drafted to Smackdown and if pineapple belongs on pizza. Plus, Corey and Kevin discuss Imperium's Raw debut, a celebrity dream match and if Cody Rhodes is making the smartest decision by taking on Brock Lesnar at Night of Champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NXT Champion Carmelo Hayes joins Corey Graves and Kevin Patrick to talk about winning the title at NXT Stand and Deliver, putting in the work at the Performance Center and the upcoming rematch with Bron Breakker at NXT Battleground. Corey and Kevin also discuss Bad Bunny's incredible night in Puerto Rico at WWE Backlash, Cody Rhodes vs. Brock Lesnar and who they like to win the World Heavyweight Championship at Night of Champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Ahead of his San Juan Street Fight against music megastar Bad Bunny at WWE Backlash, Damian Priest returns to the podcast to discuss The Judgment Day, Rhea Ripley's success and what Puerto Rico means to him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Women’s Tag Team Champions Liv Morgan and Raquel Rodriguez join Corey Graves and Kevin Patrick to talk about winning the titles, building their chemistry as a tag team and what’s next for them as champions. Corey and Kevin also talk about the new World Heavy Championship title and how the draft will affect the WWE roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Hall of Famer Trish Stratus joins the podcast for the first time to discuss her explosive words on Monday Night Raw, where her beef with Becky Lynch came from and why she feels she deserves more respect. Plus, Corey and Kevin give their Top 5 WWE Draft picks in this year's After the Bell Mock Draft! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices