Episodes
It's a celebration! New NEW Champion Evan Rivers joins us on Wrestle Nation this week, and we couldn't be happier to have him. We talk about his epic title win at Nat Bailey Stadium at NEW 8. We also discuss how his NEW Year 1 has gone, some of his favourite matches, and his upcoming title defence at the Commodore Ballroom at the NEW 1st Anniversary show! Then we get into the wide world of wrestling and discuss Johnny Gargano's return to WWE, Clash at the Castle, CM Punk vs. John Moxley and...
Published 08/29/22
Hey yo! The C+ players are back to discuss another super busy week in the world of professional wrestling. We talk hype levels for NEW's Basebrawl at Nat Bailey Stadium (August 20th) and just how cool it is to see a show there. Also covering the return of Kevin Owens, The Return of Karrion Kross, The Return of Dexter Lumis, the (potential) returns of Sasha Banks, Naomi and Bray Wyatt and background angles. On the AEW side, we talk CM Punk's return, his foot, HBO Dynamite sponsorship...
Published 08/13/22
We are back to break down the week that was in pro wrestling. From a pretty major (July) Summerslam to the first post PPV Raw of the Triple H era, there was actually a lot of WWE to get into. Logan Paul being actually really good, The Miz's value being off the charts, Ciampa getting a huge showcase, Brock vs. Roman Part 7 being actually incredible, Bayley's new stable of badass women and who should dethrone Roman. On the AEW side we talk Dynamite, Undisputed Elite turning on the Young Bucks,...
Published 08/09/22
Hey yo! The unthinkable happened and Vince McMahon finally hung em up and retired from WWE. We talk about his complicated legacy, Triple H taking over, Kevin being Dunn, Summerslam and a lot more WWE than we usually talk about. Seismic shifts in the industry will do that. We also chat some AEW, CM Punk's injury, Wardlow cooling off, Claudio winning the ROH title, the crowded women's division, bastard Christian and the company's many many titles. We also discuss the fallout from NEW 4 Life and...
Published 07/30/22
It's been a huge news week for NEW, as the announcement was just made that the historic Commodore Ballroom will be home to NEW monthly events through 2023. Massive, MASSIVE excitement for that venue to be the NEW home of wrestling in the lower mainland. We talk about that, as well as old school Surrey landmarks, Edge getting kicked out of Judgement Day for Finn Balor, Roman Reigns being an absentee champion, Mox vs. Kyle O'Reilly, CM Punk's injury, Wardlow's TNT title chase (and match against...
Published 06/11/22
We back and here to break down the huge shows last weekend from both the "EW's" that are near and dear to our hearts: NEW 7 and AEW: Double or Nothing. We talk match results from NEW's first foray into Coquitlam, as well as look ahead to some massive matchups coming up at NEW 4Life on June 24th at the Commodore Ballroom. We also talk about the latest AEW PPV offering, and MJF's pipebomb, Wardlow's music, the state of the AEW women's division, Old Joe, Blood and Guts, the use of mustard as a...
Published 06/05/22
We back! After a brief siesta the C+ players are back to break down the world of wrestling. We chat about NEW's upcoming May 28th show in Coquitlam and the absolutely STACKED card, including General Manager Alex Plexis changing the tag title contenders to the visiting Black Quebecois. We also gush over the Long Island Dynamite episode and ponder the future of the Owen Hart tournaments, the AEW world title and...Hookhausen. Also we briefly touch on WWE Wrestlemania Backlash, Judgement Day, and...
Published 05/18/22
After a little break in the wake of NEW 6, we are back to talk about the HUGE matches that have been announced for the next few NEW shows, including the return of Chelsea Green! We also discuss the tag title division, the up and coming stars of pro wrestling and the upcoming Lucha Libre Cinco De Mayo show. We then break down AEW's Punk/Hangman title program, the BCC and their bashes, The Acclaimed, Light On/Lights Off debuts and the Owen Hart tournament. On the WWE side, we're talking NXT...
Published 04/25/22
With just under a week to go until NEW 6, we make a few final predictions as Wyatt Arndt returns to the show. We also talk about NEW's newly announced Cinco De Mayo show at the Commodore Ballroom on May 5th. Outside of that, it's a purely Wrestlemania centric show for the C+ players. We talk historical Manias, favourite matches, moments and memories (as well as what it's like to attend Wrestlemania live!). We also break down the card for Wrestlemania 38, play a little Push or Bury and Bow vs....
Published 04/02/22
Less than two weeks from NEW 6 and we just can't decide who we think is going to win the Canadian Gauntlet match or the NEW Women's title match. It's a debate that will rage on until April 7th. We also do an AEW Dynamite deep dive, talking Punk's title aspirations, the Jericho Appreciation Society gimmick vs. members, Moxley/Danielson/Regal's crew getting a name, Julia Hart being the next Alexa Bliss, Wardlow's contract, MJF's fake tanner and a wild Jay Lethal appearing. Plus we talk the slow...
Published 03/26/22
We back this week, and we brought a special guest - NEW #1 contender Anton Alexiev! Anton joins the show as we break down his NEW beginnings, the amazing tag team ladder match from NEW 5, fluffy red coats, teaming with Effy, his upcoming title shot and his hangover cures. We also discuss Thunder Rosa's AEW women's title win, the Danielson/Moxley/Regal/Yuta(?) alliance, the Jericho Appreciation Society (and how to rescue Daniel Garcia), Wardlow vs. MJF, the return of the Hardy's, Big E's neck...
Published 03/19/22
After the fallout of AEW Revolution and a very surprising dynamite... All Elite Wrestling is kinda all we end up talking about here. And what's not to talk about? William Regal debuted to start the Danielson/Moxley alliance, Hangman Page retained over Adam Cole, Wardlow officially turned face on MJF, Punk won, Jericho lost and then downgraded his stable, Scorpio Sky won the TNT title and Jeff Hardy debuted on Dynamite (with music!). All that plus Stone Cold Steve Austin's Wrestlemania...
Published 03/12/22
Our first show since the epic NEW 5 show sees the C+ Players give their thoughts on all the matches. The winners, the losers, the chicanery... and the future. We also look ahead to the matches announced for NEW 6, and more! Plus, we talk about the final build to AEW's Revolution PPV, Fake "The Snake" Friedman, Tony Khan's acquisition of Ring of Honour, the overcrowded AEW Tag Team division, Vince McMahon's appearance on Pat McAfee's show and Edge vs. Styles at Wrestlemania. All that plus a...
Published 03/04/22
NEW 5 is here and the C+ Players break down the card and make their predictions for what is sure to be an epic night! Plus, after another incredible Dynamite featuring the promo of the year from MJF as the build to his match with CM Punk at Revolution intensifies, there is a ton to talk about. The guys also discuss Cesaro's free agency, Chris Jericho and Eddie Kingston being must-see after one segment, Bryan Danielson still being the absolute best at what he does, Elimination Chamber fallout,...
Published 02/25/22
Cody Rhodes gone from AEW? And going back to WWE?! What the what!?! Join Paris and Bow this week as they break down the hottest news item in wrestling in the last 6 months. What does this mean for WWE, AEW and the rosters of both. We also talk about the AEW Revolution card taking shape with Adam v. Adam, The CM Punk/MJF dog collar match, some weird tag team match and the potential bloodbath between Danielson and Moxley. Also, Keith Lee's debut, the Elimination chamber, Austin/HBK coming out...
Published 02/18/22
The fallout from the Royal Rumble was significant, as not only fans were disappointed with what happened, but also Vince McMahon was frustrated enough to release his son Shane. We also break down the Royal Rumble PPV, what's next for WWE, Punk vs. MJF, a potential Moxley/Danielson alliance, Hangman Page vs. Lance Archer, Brian Kendrick's hiring/firing and whether or not we like Dan Lambert. All that plus a wrestling theme song challenge (not for the faint of ears) and a look back at the time...
Published 02/06/22
A day away from the WWE 2022 Royal Rumble, Paris, Bow, and guest host Justin Morissette get together to revisit their favourite Rumble matches, moments and memories. It's all here, from AJ Styles' debut to Diesel's rampage. From Edge's 2020 return to Vince's quad tears. Maven, Scrappy Doo, attending a Rumble live, bullying, title matches and much much more are on tap for a very special episode. All that, plus they look ahead to this years Rumble and talk potential winners (and emotional...
Published 01/28/22
With Bowman and Wyatt stuck in the back eating catering, it’s up to “As Always” Mike Paris and guest host Ryan Schaap (@Schaaptop) to break down this week in wrestling. From what’s next for Jon Moxley, Adam Cole, and CM Punk, to who is going to win the Royal Rumble, we’ve got it all. Mike helps Ryan get hyped for NEW5 by giving him a few match recommendations. All that, plus “Push or Bury”, and a look back on the wasted evening that was RAW 25!
Published 01/21/22
MJF's muscle gets the spotlight this week as Wardlow went 1 on 1 with CM Punk, and there were mixed feelings about it. We also discussed Brody King's AEW debut, his alliance with Malakai Black, Hangman Page's next challenger, Mickie James in the Royal Rumber, Brock Lesnar vs. Lashley and Roman's 500 days as Universal champion. All that plus a look at the NEW Women's division, a spotlight on NEW Afterglow and a look back in history at The Ultimate Warrior's HOF announcement and...Sid's...
Published 01/15/22
The C+ Players are back after a holiday break, and a LOT has happened in the world of wrestling. NEW 4 has been postponed to June, and NEW 5 is next on deck. We talk about the recently revealed card, ticket information and more! We also discuss the title match between Hangman Page and Bryan Danielson, Jade Cargill winning the TBS title, Cody Rhodes, Punk/MJF's WWE references, Bron Breakker rise, Regal's release, Samoa Joe's release and the death of NXT Black & Gold. All that plus Brock...
Published 01/07/22
Hot off the heel of the NEW 4 match card being announced (as well as the fact that Alex Shelley is coming to NEW), Bowman and Paris break down each match, as well as a host of other NEW news. They also discuss the relentless good MJF/Long Island lovefest, Danielson being undeniable, the highly anticipated debut of Hook(!), and we look back at the talent ROH produced over the years and how they changed modern wrestling forever. All that plus a look back at the history of THQ WWE games on the...
Published 12/15/21
NEW 3 is in the books and it was a helluva show! The C+ Players break down the Quarterfinals, Semi-Finals and then the crowning of The Golden Boy, Travis Williams as the first champion in NEW history. We also discuss major NEW 5 announcements, Danielson's run through the Dark Order, CM Punk vs. MJF round two, more love for the Gunn Club, NXT Wargames recap, Lesnar vs. Reigns at Day 1 and the recent Jeff Hardy news. All that plus an Attitude Era trivia battle and a look back in time to the...
Published 12/07/21
It was a wild weekend at the Studio Nightclub on Granville street as NEW took over and delivered an incredible night of pro wrestling. The Chase for the Championship tournament first round matchups are in the books, and we break down all that happened, who advanced and what awaits in the Quarterfinals on December 2nd. We also talk new NEW General Manager Alex Plexis and the forthcoming Commodore show, as well as discussing the CM Punk/MJF face-off, Bryan Danielson destroying the Dark Order,...
Published 11/30/21
Less than 1 week away from NEW 3 at the Studio Nightclub, and hot off the heels of last week's interview with special referee Corey Basso, Wyatt invites Elliot Tyler onto the show to discuss his first round match and also get to the bottom of his beef with Mike Paris. Also, we talk the post-Full Gear Dynamite, Bryan Danielson's incredible heel program, MJF vs. CM Punk, WWE Survivor Series and we take a look back at Sting's WWE debut 7 years ago. 
Published 11/24/21