In this episode of the Black Letter Body Slam, in association with the Hammerlock Hangover Podcast and the Wrestling Soup Network, host Evildose Jeff Lipman explores the crossover between law and wrestling, focusing specifically on immigration law's impact on the wrestling industry. He is joined by Gerald Lamel, a partner and immigration attorney at Dunlop Bennett and Ludwig, who shares his extensive experience in immigration law and offers insights into work visas and specialty visas,...

00:00 Diving Into Wrestling Metrics and Viewer Counts 00:34 Exploring the Absurdity of Viewing Metrics 03:12 Wrestling Soup's Take on AEW's Viewership Claims 04:06 The Hilarious World of Wrestling Soup Math 05:26 AEW's Billion Viewers and the Netflix Metric Madness 06:29 The Comedic Genius of Wrestling Soup Unleashed 11:43 Tax Season and the Goofiness of Rich People 13:10 Wrestling Soup's Unique Take on Boston and Catholicism 15:13 The WWE Universe: Seamus's Return and Fan Reactions 26:29 Big...

Ronda Rousey’s WWE Saga and Tony Schiavone’s Take on Modern Fans In a comprehensive discussion, hosts Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle tackle a range of hot wrestling topics, from the latest WWE developments to Tony Schiavone's views on modern wrestling fans. They analyze the repercussions of recent WrestlingMania events, critiquing Chad Gable's new heel persona and pondering the futures of stars like Jimmy, Seamus, and Liv Morgan. The duo also dives deep into Ronda Rousey's controversial WWE...

This episode dives deep into the wrestling landscape, contrasting WWE's remarkable WrestleMania achievements with AEW's internal struggles and fan criticisms, echoing WCW's past difficulties. It examines WWE's future directions with stars like Roman Reigns and the potential transfers affecting both leagues. Moreover, AEW's situation is critically analyzed, from Tony Khan's management and locker room morale to the changing perceptions among its staunchest supporters. The discussions include...

This script delves into the controversy surrounding AEW's decision to air footage of an altercation between CM Punk and Jack Perry (Jungle Boy), exploring the subsequent fallout within the wrestling community, including reactions from fans, wrestling journalists like Dave Meltzer and Brian Alvarez, and the impact on AEW's branding and storytelling. It discusses the critique of the company's decision, the unexpected support for CM Punk, now with WWE, and the broader implications for AEW's...

Kevin Castle and Anthony Thomas get into more about Kevin's Wrestlemania Night 1 thoughts and analysis of how the show went. Highlighting the embarrassing predicament of the Usos fail as a match, and looking deeper into what happened to Authors of Pain in their match and why they were disposed of for almost 10 minutes. The boys take calls from people at Wrestlemania and most notably talk to Lee Sanders from the RCWR Show.  00:00 Opening Banter and Wrestling Analysis 00:34 Deep Dive into...

This video script features comprehensive discussions and analyses from the Wrestling Soup hosts, focusing on the highlights and key moments of WrestleMania, with a special emphasis on Night Two. Anthony Thomas, Joe Numbers, and Kevin Castle share their excitement and provide comparisons between the event's two nights, highlighting standout matches such as Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes and Bailey vs. EO Sky. They delve into the emotional conclusion of the main event, the unexpected victory by...

After "WWE WRESTLEMANIA XL POST SHOW NIGHT 1 (Wrestling Soup 4/7/24)" w/Jon Draper Anthony Thomas, Dr. Brian Wright, Don Reynolds and White Chocolate, discuss their thoughts on Wrestlemania XL Night 1, before taking some calls from people in Philadelphia and people watching at home.  - Support Wrestling Soup on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wrestlingsoup SOCIAL CHANNELS ʕ̡̢̡ʘ̅͟͜͡ʘ̲̅ʔ̢̡̢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WrestlingSoup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingsoup/ Facebook:...

WrestleMania Highlights This episode features a comprehensive discussion from the Wrestling Soup team—Anthony Thomas, Joey Numbers, and John Draper—expressing their critiques and commendations for WrestleMania's Night One, notably disappointed with several matches including Becky Lynch vs. Rhea Ripley. They give a special nod to CM Punk, Big E, and Wade Barrett for their pre-show panel chemistry, and hail the Gunther vs. Sammy Zayn match as a standout moment. Additionally, a lighthearted...

Wrestling Soup: Hall of Fame Post Show Review and WrestleMania Previews 00:00 Opening Remarks and Wrestling Soup Begins! 00:32 Diving into the Hall of Fame: Speeches, Schedules, and SmackDown Critiques 03:54 Paul Heyman's Hall of Fame Speech: A Deep Dive 21:17 Bull Nakano's Induction: A Legacy Honored 26:25 Muhammad Ali's Tribute: The Legend Among Legends 28:31 Reflecting on Muhammad Ali's Legacy and The Rock's Awkward Moment 30:33 U.S. Express: A Nostalgic Trip Down Memory Lane 36:37...

w/Jon Draper from Spitball Media @iamjondraper 00:00 The Wild World of Wrestling: Controversies and Opinions 01:48 Introducing Wrestling Soup: A Dive into Wrestling Gossip 02:22 The Wrestling Community's Take on Controversies and Personalities 06:26 Edge's Speech: A Wrestling Legend's Perspective 10:10 AEW's Impact and the Wrestling Industry's Dynamics 17:39 The Wrestling Business: Insights and Anecdotes 32:30 Dave Meltzer and Brian Alvarez: Wrestling Media's Role 42:33 Wrestling Media's...

Wrestling Roundup: WrestleMania Preparations and Reflecting on Bray Wyatt In this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Missionary Thomas, Kevin Castle, and special guest Julian Cannon delve into the latest wrestling news and events. They discuss the finalization of WrestleMania matches, a revealing interview with CM Punk by Ariel Helwani, and the impact of AEW's business decisions including releasing 10 people from its roster. The episode also covers Ronda Rousey's comments, Roman Reigns...

Wrestlemania Week Buzz and AEW Controversies Discussed In this episode, the hosts from Wrestling Soup, along with Lee Sanders of the RCWR show, dive into wrestling criticisms, news, and share their experiences from past events. The conversation includes a special mention of an interview with Marvin the Monster from Tooney Town wrestling, highlighting the unique blend of puppetry and wrestling production. Additionally, the episode takes a deep dive into the recent CM Punk controversy, his...

Wrestling Soup: CM Punk's Revelatory Interview and AEW Reflections In this emergency episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Thomas and Joe Numbas delve into CM Punk's revealing interview with Ariel Helwani, shedding light on his departure from AEW, behind-the-scenes drama, and his candid thoughts on the wrestling industry. Punk discusses his therapeutic release from airing out his grievances, his critical views on AEW's direction, and his relationships with other wrestlers and reporters....

Wrestling Soup: WrestleMania Hype and AEW's Challenges In this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle dive into the excitement surrounding WrestleMania, discussing the anticipation for matches, standout wrestlers, and the evolving dynamics of WWE's presentation, including more sexual and violent content reminiscent of the Attitude Era. They speculate on WWE's strategic moves, including potential shifts in direction possibly influenced by a move to Netflix, and the...

A comprehensive discussion on the wrestling industry, covered in the podcast 'Wrestling Soup'. It includes in-depth conversations about various aspects such as wrestling match analyses, the influence of social media on wrestlers, and the intricacies of wrestling promotions. Moreover, it discusses the impact of racial dynamics, character evolution, and critiques fan expectations alongside internet culture's impact on the sport. Figures like Dave Meltzer and wrestlers like Osprey, Cody Rhodes,...

This script delves into the controversies and frustrations surrounding wrestling booking decisions, particularly focusing on Dave Meltzer's defense of certain scenarios that seem illogical to fans and commentators alike. It discusses the perplexing situation of a tag team winning a match but not being booked in a subsequent tournament, suggesting a possible manipulation of storylines. The narrative critically examines Meltzer's stance on wrestling booking, his justifications, and the apparent...

01:17 Casting Wonders: From Beetlejuice to The Crow 01:45 Exploring the Impact of Gina Davis and Other 90s Stars 03:23 Wrestling, Media, and the New 'Spooky Girl' Trend 04:43 The Evolution of Late Night TV and Its Personalities 06:12 A Trip Down Memory Lane: George Lopez and Late Night Dynamics 10:35 The Quirks of Small Town America and Nostalgic Destinations 11:56 From Wrestling to Hollywood: The Transition of Wrestlers into Actors 35:04 The Intricacies of Acting and Wrestling Promos in...

00:00 Opening Rant: The Controversial CEO Entrance 01:37 The Electric Crowd and Comparisons to CM Punk 02:24 AEW's Financials and Audience Demographics Debate 03:26 Boston's Reaction and AEW's Strategic Moves 05:23 The CEO's Grand Entrance: A Detailed Breakdown 08:53 Comparing Crowd Reactions and Wrestling Legacies 15:13 Mercedes Monet's Promotional Debut: Dreams and Ambitions 35:39 The Wrestling Revolution and Future Challenges 40:05 Speculating on AEW's Booking Decisions 41:17 The Curious...

06:43 Wrestling Soup: Introductions and Weather Chit-Chat 08:28 Discussing the Intricacies of Wildlife and Neighborhood Animals 10:29 Unpacking the Hype Around the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Fight 16:24 The Eccentric World of Wrestling and Entertainment 27:45 AEW's Search for a New Star 28:29 Wrestling Industry Insights and Comparisons 29:39 The Potential Impact of Sasha Banks in AEW 29:58 Disappointments and Underutilized Talent in Wrestling 32:41 Speculations on Wrestlers' Futures and...

00:00 Introduction and Undertaker's Attempt to Convert Vince McMahon01:12 Vince McMahon's Court Case and Hypothetical Reactions01:36 Christianity and its Influence on Vince McMahon02:03 Hogan's Conversion to Scientology and Wrestling Voices02:35 AEW's Dysfunction and Management Issues04:49 AEW's Treatment of Extras and Unfair Practices09:20 AEW's New Entrance Design and Criticisms11:20 AEW's Mismanagement and Future Predictions13:25 AEW's Treatment of Wrestlers and Unfair Pay16:07 AEW's New...

Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle cover a range of topics including Sting's retirement match against the Young Bucks at AEW Revolution, criticisms of AEW events, Sergeant Slaughter's portrayal, and fans' accusations of stolen valor. They also delve into the complexities of wrestler fandom, critiquing elements of self-loathing among fans and the unjust criticism of wrestling characters. The duo discusses the potential impact of Sting's departure from AEW, touches on WWE's Hall of Fame...

AEW Revolution 2024 event, offering a blend of humor and critique. It covers key moments, including Sting's retirement and Darby Allin's controversial stunt, alongside discussions on individual performances and booking decisions. The script transitions into a broader analysis of AEW's direction, touching on safety concerns and management critiques by figures like Dave Shearer and Eric Bischoff. It debates the role of high-risk moves in wrestling, emphasizing the need for balance between...

In this episode of Wrestling Soup, hosts Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle dive into the latest happenings in WWE's SmackDown, discussing the standout moments and performances including The Rock's impactful appearance and interactions, Randy Orton's return, Naomi's in-ring status, and the dynamics leading up to WrestleMania. They also touch on the booing of Maxine Dupree, offering opinions on the fan reaction and wrestler support on social media. Additionally, the script delves into Matt...