Best Bread And Circuses Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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43. Speculating reality 1:06:20

12d ago1:06:20

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In this episode, we go deep into the mysteries of existence and the nature of why we are here to experience and learn something about ourselves and our world. The monetary system is breaking down, the global dollar standard is running its course and now is the time to prepare for the great reckoning. We continue to investigate this through the lens…

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MONE LOBSTER or ALL THIS KIKUCHI (Wrestling Soup 7/11/24) 1:49:58

11h ago1:49:58

1:49:58

00:00 Mercedes Mone on HOT 97 00:53 The Power of Crystals 01:57 Crystals and Technology 03:18 Crystals in Everyday Life 06:11 Skepticism and Humor 09:07 Crystals and Personal Beliefs 13:54 Crystals in Wrestling 25:48 Spiritual Healing and Wrestling 35:16 Wrestling Week Recap 36:51 Mercedes Monet Interview Highlights 38:04 The Business of Wrestling …

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FTC NON-COMPETE RULE & WWE CONTRACTS EXPLAINED (Black Letter Bodyslam 7/10/24) w/ @DosEvil 15:22

6d ago15:22

15:22

Wrestling and Legal Issues: FTC Non-Compete Rule & WWE Contracts Explained Jeff Lippman, also known as Evil Dose, discusses the intersection of wrestling and legal matters, focusing on the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) rule on non-compete clauses. He provides updates on the FTC rule's status, including court actions involving the U.S. Chamber of…

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SssixtT4 or When in Rome, check the woods for Popes 7:27

8d ago7:27

7:27

The aliens return to enlighten and confuse. It's a probing good time for all --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/steven-sawicki/support

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MONEY IN THE STANK POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 7/6/24) 1:06:12

6d ago1:06:12

1:06:12

THE RISE OF TIFFANY STRATTON or THE FALL OF DREW MCINTYRE - Money in the Bank Review: Breaking down the highs and lows of the event - The lackluster crowd reaction in Toronto and its impact on the show - Tiffany Stratton's breakout performance and her risky spots - The bizarre booking decisions and missed opportunities - John Cena's unexpected reti…

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LADDER WARS or MITB PREDICTIONS (Wrestling Soup 7/4/24) 1:13:53

7d ago1:13:53

1:13:53

"The Canadians are going to riot for Sammy. They love the Sammy." "Gunther should be the be all, end all of any conversation when it comes to the best in WWE." - Money in the Bank Preview: Sami Zayn vs. Bron Breakker for the IC Championship - Breaking down the potential outcomes and what it means for Sami and Bron's future - The dynamic between Sam…

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PRIMA DONNAS, PROBLEMS, and PREDICTIONS (Wrestling Soup 7/3/24) w/ @KevZCastle 54:03

9d ago54:03

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00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 01:04 Nostalgia and Music Preferences 03:22 Fourth of July Plans and Fireworks 08:24 AEW and Wrestling Discussions 23:14 Wrestling Names and Their Origins 23:59 Dijak's Future in Wrestling 25:42 Paul Heyman and the Bloodline 26:06 Anticipation for Roman Reigns' Return 27:18 WWE's Heel Factions and Fan Reactions …

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THE CURIOUS CASE OF SCORPIO or TONY KHAN'S WILD NUMBERS (Wrestling Soup 6/27/24) 1:41:11

14d ago1:41:11

1:41:11

- Tony Khan's latest antics and claims about AEW's reach and attendance numbers - The bizarre case of Too Cold Scorpio's gas station altercation - Ricky Starks' AEW drama: the real story behind his reluctance - Dijak's WWE departure and his future in wrestling - Stone Cold Steve Austin's cat wrangling escapades - AEW's Forbidden Door preview: 14 ma…

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wCw's LAST DAYS or MELTZER BURNING AWAY THE GOODWILL (Wrestling Soup 6/26/24) W/@KevZCastle 1:31:16

16d ago1:31:16

1:31:16

- Looking back at the 17th anniversary of the Benoit tragedy - Remembering the initial reactions and misinformation when the news broke - WCW's last days and the letdown of its documentary coverage - Chatting about the changing landscape of wrestling fandom - Breaking down the death of WCW and its impact on the wrestling world - Comparing WCW's fal…

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42. A swarm story of "things work out" 1:15:42

19d ago1:15:42

1:15:42

In this episode, we sat down on the back deck to discuss a recent turn of events that reinstilled our faith in the creative process. Things work out when we let them unfold in their own right. Providing just the right amount of intervention, and knowing when to step back and get out of the way, is a crucial part of the process coming to fruition. A…

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THE BLOODLINE GETS THICKER or wCw VS THE WORLD (Wrestling Soup 6/21/24) w/@KevZCastle 1:24:31

20d ago1:24:31

1:24:31

Rundown of Smackdown Is Solo the right guy to lead Bloodline? Jacob Fatu debut and first reactions Other potential Bloodline members Jacob Fatu and the "330 club". Kevins take and reaction to the Wyatt Sicks Supernatural versus Purge-type. Conrad tells everyone that Shane McMahon is in negotiations with AEW The eventual return of the McMahons to wr…

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NU-METAL WYATTS or I BO-LIEVE IN JOE HENDRY (Wrestling Soup 6/20/24) 1:46:14

21d ago1:46:14

1:46:14

The Wyatt Sicks Nu-Metal Party Rock Theme Song 2002 Durst Park Remix Wyatt Sicks debut breakdown. Alexa Bliss instead of Nikki? Discussing a lot of great moments from RAW. Breaker v Sheamus. NXT Talk. Joe Hendry is the man. Damien Priest does his best work as a professional cock-blocker The Wyatt Sicks may be too much for the writers to explain to …

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LOU ALBANOS WEREWOLF & BREAKING KAYFABE IN 1973 (Victory Sports Series: Inside Wrestling - April 1973) 15:26

23d ago15:26

15:26

Victory Sports Series: Inside Wrestling. From issue April 1973 Before he was captain, Lou Albano managed many talents in the W.W.W.F., one of them being Moondog Mayne. A wild wrestler who's unorthodox life style and combat training are discussed by Albano From etiquette to arrangements, to media and to how the locker rooms operate, this takes a loo…

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41. Hashgraph and heart-mindfulness 1:09:02

26d ago1:09:02

1:09:02

This episode was recorded in mid-September 2023 when we sat down to discuss where things are headed these days with the new distributed ledger technology (Header Hashgraph) and what it can do to achieve levels of consensus no one had believed was possible. It puts timeless fables such as The Byzantine General's Problem into full perspective as we b…

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40. Patience, energy & hope 59:24

25d ago59:24

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This episode was recorded in early September 2023, when we talked about the survivalist priority rooted in hope and proliferates to greater and greater necessities for life to thrive in the field that surrounds us and that which we are intimately woven into. We talked about Alfred North Whitehead's Process Philosophy (the philosophy of an organism)…

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CLASH AT THE CASTLE POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 6/15/24) 1:18:54

27d ago1:18:54

1:18:54

00:00 Introduction and Opening Remarks 02:06 WWE Pay-Per-View Recap 02:57 Discussion on Scottish Wrestling Fans 07:11 Pre-Show and Event Critique 12:03 Piper Niven and Body Image in Wrestling 24:21 AJ Styles vs. Cody Rhodes Match Analysis 33:44 Women's Tag Team Championship Match 38:30 Sammy Zane vs. Chad Gable: IC Championship Match Analysis 39:48…

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ANYTHING FOR A DOLLAR or CLASH AT THE CASTLE PREDICTIONS (Wrestling Soup 6/13/24) w/@ProWrestleTimes 1:50:55

28d ago1:50:55

1:50:55

Much love and thanks to @ProWrestleTimes for hanging out with the show. Sub to ProWrestleTimes podcast on Youtube. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:08 Tragic News: Alba Fire's Family Accident 02:24 Technical Issues and Software Updates 02:48 Video Editing and AI Tools Discussion 07:47 Wrestling Journalism and Dave Meltzer 13:14 WWE and TNA Partn…

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39. Freedom and the watercourse way 1:55:47

1M ago1:55:47

1:55:47

In this episode, we discuss how our freedoms are in jeopardy due to the financial system constantly trying to manipulate market dynamics. We have forgotten that our founders had forsaken the taxation and control tactics that the government of the time had ruled over the people. The people represent the real wealth in the economy, and prosperity com…

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SO BAD ITS REAL? (Wrestling Soup 6/6/24) w/ @MovieMarvin 1:39:26

1M ago1:39:26

1:39:26

04:02 Happy Birthday Joe Numbas 05:29 Dog hit by a Car and STD Cicadas 11:00 Wrestling Soup has been hating AEW for 14 years! 27:03 The new direction of Celebrities in Wrestling 39:43 Family Bonding Over Lucha Underground 40:09 Nostalgia for WMAC Masters and Monster Truck Shows 40:58 The Challenge for Wrestling Titles 43:35 Intergender Matches in A…

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DUSK FALLS ON THE JUDGEMENT DAY (Wrestling Soup 6/5/24) w/ @KevZCastle 34:27

1M ago34:27

34:27

Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle discussing recent WWE storylines, particularly focusing on Liv Morgan's character shift and her rising popularity, contrasted with Damien Priest's uninspiring title run. The conversation delves into fan reactions, merchandise sales, and character potential. The hosts also touch on insider information about Becky Lync…

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TOO MANY HEELS (Wrestling Soup 5/31/24) 50:02

1M ago50:02

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07:03 Wrestling Soup: WWE and AEW Updates 19:29 NXT and TNA Crossover Speculations 27:09 Nia Jax's Coronation and Summer Prospects 27:50 Bailey's Struggles and Character Evolution 30:00 Damien Priest and the Transitional Champion Dilemma 33:36 NXT's Rising Stars and Future Prospects 37:12 Heel Heavy Roster and Babyface Shortage 46:45 Jeff Hardy's P…

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38. Human services in a more-than-human world 1:11:25

1M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

This episode was recorded in late January 2024, where we discussed a variety of topics related to fungal intelligence, the evolutionary aspects of mycelial networks and the fungal kingdom, and the symbiotic roles that plants play with human neural receptors, specifically the role cannabis plays on human memory receptors. Our co-host, ChrisP took th…

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KY KAREN or WWE CHAMPIONS (Wrestling Soup 5/30/24) 2:10:29

1M ago2:10:29

2:10:29

03:47 Hip Hop Critique and Discussion 09:12 Jordynne Grace working with WWE also? 20:22 Mish goes on a road-trip 45:14 North Carolina's Bug Problem 46:49 West Virginia for Claustrophobics 49:23 Wrestling Promoters and Overpriced Toys 51:51 Downtown Nashville for Party People 53:03 Big Scary Asian man attempts to kidnap Whitest Woman in Kentucky 01:…

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K&QOTR POST SHOW & CATCH UP (Wrestling Soup 5/27/24) 1:49:41

2M ago1:49:41

1:49:41

Wrestling Antics and Tech Troubles: A WWE Event Rundown In this episode focus quickly shifts to wrestling, discussing a recent pre-show match featuring Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, Candice LeRae, and Indi Hartwell. They critique the in-ring attire, particularly Bianca and Jade's costumes, and delve into the evolution of women's wrestling in WWE, cu…

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37. Do free markets still exist? 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

In this episode, we raised our glasses to toast cinco de mayo, in honor of a holiday that originated out of a culture that revolted against another culture's domination, or at least attempted to dominate...nice try French. Naturally, the conversation evolved into questioning the roles of government, and how money plays a role in a tyrannical takeov…

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KING & QUEEN OF THE RING PREDICTIONS (Wrestling Soup 5/23/24) 1:38:13

2M ago1:38:13

1:38:13

00:00 Charlestown or Asian/Irish Crimes 03:05 WWE RAW: Providing Good Post Mania Shows 05:36 Everyone is Injured 09:49 WWE Without Kevin Dunn is BETTER 18:58 Single Liv Morgan Challenges All MEN to Impress Her 44:32 The Transformation of Otis: A Potential Rise in WWE 46:57 Joe's WILD MATCH UPS 47:23 Why Did Toxic Attraction Have to Die? 48:58 Readi…

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A MOMENT OF UNITY (Frank & Gus 5/17/24) 1:15:14

2M ago1:15:14

1:15:14

REVIEW: A Moment of Unity: Wrestling Breaking with Bigoted Tradition by Terrance Biggs https://dailyddt.com/posts/a-moment-of-unity-wrestling-breaking-with-bigoted-tradition-01hxhhqccg85 (Original article link) 43:26 Wrestling's Evolution and Representation 44:50 Cultural Impact and Fan Perspectives 47:15 The Business Side of Wrestling Promotions 5…

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36. Living with it, not on it 1:44:18

2M ago1:44:18

1:44:18

In this episode, we assess the dilemmas of our time. And explore how we can use our abilities to have a sense of self-directed behavior modification when we recognize that we are headed toward a waterfall in a raft flowing toward it. Like the ability to live with the land instead of on it. We are solar beings at heart, we need to just let our heart…

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KAYFABE IS ALIVE IN THE IMMATURE HEARTS or POOR DADDIO (Wrestling Soup 5/16/24) 1:55:28

2M ago1:55:28

1:55:28

00:00 Kicking Off with Wrestling Banter 00:27 Fans freak out over Dragunov losing to Jey Uso 05:02 The next title of our documentary 09:06 Tuna Meltzer or Streganona? 15:42 Asuka & other wrestling injuries 21:10 AEW fans cheer Cash Wheeler getting away with pulling a gun on people 23:49 The Liv Morgan Traffic Stop Saga 36:54 Decoding DADDY-Os Goals…

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#33 - We're going nuts for Buzz Word 22:02

2M ago22:02

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Comedians Ian Pope and Oliver Schmitz are taking it easy and playing our game. Per usual, our players go nuts over some of our clues. Also, hear Ian's long story about "meeting" and what to do when it comes to paying your bills. Thanks for listening! Support the Show. Find Ian on Facebook. Also, check out his show The Popecast Podcast on your favor…

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35. Remember who your friends are 2:13:24

2M ago2:13:24

2:13:24

This episode was recorded in early September of 2023, where we discussed the dangers of the banking system, in that we have lost our way as a social species. Our primary survival mechanism has been to work together as a team, and not allow the bankers to dictate our means of survival for us. With the advent of the Federal Reserve, and the banking s…

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THE MISADVENTURES OF PEPSI MAN (Wrestling Soup 5/9/24) 1:32:25

2M ago1:32:25

1:32:25

00:00 Tech Troubles and Apple's Update Woes 01:28 Becky's Hat Saga 04:18 The Evolution of Women's Wrestling: Talent Over Looks 19:43 When Wrestlers Run Out of Bosses 36:14 Ohio's Wrestling Legacy: Ranking the Greats 46:45 The Edge Interview: Authenticity in Wrestling Promotions 47:14 Tony Khan's and Jumpin Jungle Luke Perrys Kid 50:11 Conrad's Infl…

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#32 - A cut above the rest 19:31

2M ago19:31

19:31

Jake and Slade return for another lively game of Buzz Word the Podcast. The show starts with a bang when Bevan makes a rather risque comment. Jake is up to his usual antics of derailing the show and we'll throw in some raucous laughter! You never know what's going to happen on our crazy little game show! Press play and find out! Thanks for listenin…

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VINCE MCMAHON, SANDMAN, SENSATIONAL SHERRI, or THE DRUNK (Wrestling Soup 5/8/24) w/@KevZCastle 1:19:31

2M ago1:19:31

1:19:31

00:00 DSOTR: It's Time for Everyone to be Angry with Everything Vince Did! 08:34 The Controversial Vince McMahon and Wrestling Politics 13:09 The Dark Side of Wrestling: Substance Abuse and Professional Dangers 16:40 Is Dark Side of the Ring is running out of Ideas? 26:00 Sensational Sherri: A History of Life fueled by compulsion 43:01 The Sandman:…

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34. Dreaming the dream 1:08:19

2M ago1:08:19

1:08:19

In this episode, we discuss some pretty heady implications of what dreams mean to our sense of consciousness in our journey through life. Like revitalizing the mind and domesticating it at the same time. But how do you stay in touch with the past and simultaneously keep the future in focus, while enjoying the present at the same time? Don’t forget …

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WWE BACKLASH FRANCE POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 5/4/24)w/@KevZCastle 1:19:54

2M ago1:19:54

1:19:54

01:33 The French Crowd's Impact 11:30 Wrestling Soup: WWE Backlash France Show Post-Show Analysis 25:39 The Future of WWE's Women's Division: A Deep Dive 34:04 Jay Uso's Solo Journey and the Bloodline Dynamics 42:21 Decoding Slang 43:05 Jay Uso's Career Pivot and Fan Support 44:03 Wrestling Gimmicks: Commitment and Authenticity 44:18 The Impact of …

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WWE BACKLASH FRANCE PREDICTIONS (Wrestling Soup 5/2/24) 15:45

2M ago15:45

15:45

Joe and Anthony run down the WWE Backlash France card for this Saturday 5/4. - Randy Orton and Kevin Owens vs. The Bloodline (Solo Sikoa and Tama Tonga) - The Kabuki Warriors (Asuka and Kairi Sane) (c) vs. Bianca Belair and Jade Cargill - Bayley (c) vs. Naomi vs. Tiffany Stratton - Damian Priest (c) vs. Jey Uso - Cody Rhodes (c) vs. AJ Styles - Sup…

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33. Commodity cycles and cool (or at least okay) movies to watch 1:34:22

2M ago1:34:22

1:34:22

In this episode, we acknowledge the commoditized preferences leading to economic cycles that boom and bust over time. Gold is trending up, and banks are starting to fail on their balance sheets again... What does this tell us? And what can we do about it? Just remember, the creditworthiness of the fiat-based system is not for the people, but for th…

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#31 - Where is the ring master for this "three-ring circus"? 18:03

2M ago18:03

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Ian and Slade are playing our game of addictive wordplay. Things turn into a three-ring circus when one of our clues sparks a rebellion during the show. Who will win? Find out by pressing play and thanks for listening! Support the Show. Find Ian on Facebook. Also, check out his show The Popecast Podcast on your favorite platform. Be sure to check o…

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WWE DRAFT or THE NEW ERA (Wrestling Soup 5/1/24) w/@KevZCastle 1:07:27

2M ago1:07:27

1:07:27

Discussions on the recent WWE draft's outcomes, including its minimal storyline integration and the absence of notable surprises, depriving it of its former impact. It evaluates NXT talents poised for main roster ascension, such as Blair Davenport and James, and predicts shifts in character arcs and group alignments, spotlighting factions like Judg…

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LEGAL SHORT (Black Letter BodySlam 4/27/24) w/@icarusfellMD 27:09

2M ago27:09

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Jeff Lippman the diabolical lawyer of Wrestling Soup and host of Hammerlock Hangover, has an update on the Grant/Laurenitis case, involving motions and details on arbitration. More on the position of Vince McMahon sex-trafficking accusation, and where the non-compete clauses do or do not apply. The FTC rule Become a supporter of this podcast: https…

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TONYS BIG CIRCUS TRICK or WWEINSTEIN! (Wrestling Soup 4/25/24) 1:28:08

3M ago1:28:08

1:28:08

00:00 Celebrating 14 Years of Bad Faith Takes 00:54 Wrestling's Greatest Moments & Missteps 02:15 Tony Khan's Comical Wrestling Debut 03:52 The Evolution of Wrestling Promos 04:40 The Aging Wrestler: A Hairy Situation 12:51 Swerve's Big Win and Missed Opportunities 19:54 The Bizarre World of Wrestling Journalism 32:53 Draft Day Dilemmas: Tony Khan'…

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A BUSFLIP or A DRAFT (Wrestling Soup 4/24/24) 52:25

3M ago52:25

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00:00 Catching Up and Wrestling Opinions 00:16 Debating Wrestling's Greatest Matches and Performances 01:41 AEW vs. WWE: Narratives, Ratings, and Fan Loyalties 08:34 The Impact of Social Media on Wrestlers' Careers 09:18 WWE Releases and Wrestler Reactions 14:28 Analyzing WWE's Strategy and Wrestler Futures 25:42 The WWE Draft: New Rules and Specul…

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#30 - Would you like some "bread & jam"? 23:52

3M ago23:52

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Slade and Beau are back to play our game. One of our clues triggers another addition to Beau's ever-growing letter complaining about our clues. Thanks for checking out our show and be sure to hit subscribe that way you never miss a new episode! Support the Show. Find Ian on Facebook. Also, check out his show The Popecast Podcast on your favorite pl…

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32. Doing more with less in a fiat-based system 1:09:08

3M ago1:09:08

1:09:08

This episode was recorded in late August of 2023 when we discussed the dangers of central banking and what we can do for ourselves when the day of reckoning comes along. This conversation was a tribute to consciously recognizing how we may be inadvertently self-sabotaging ourselves by trusting such a volatile and broken system of trade when we deva…

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IMMIGRATION, VISAS, WRESTLING, & YOU! (Black Letter BodySlam) w/@icarusfellMD 28:46

3M ago28:46

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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 a…

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STEALING THEIR CAMERA ANGLES or OKLAHOMA AGAIN (Wrestling Soup 4/18/24) 1:55:17

3M ago1:55:17

1:55:17

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 Goofin…

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THE RISE OF THE VILLIAN or THE FALL OF THE HERO (Wrestling Soup 4/17/24)w/@KevZCastle 1:08:01

3M ago1:08:01

1:08:01

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…

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ONLY WRESTLING FANS BUY INTO THE NONSENSE (Wrestling Soup 4/15/24)w/@KevZCastle 1:04:19

3M ago1:04:19

1:04:19

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 a…

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31. Eclipse totality, turbulence, and trust 2:25:03

3M ago2:25:03

2:25:03

This episode was recorded before and after the solar eclipse of 2024. We were lucky enough to be in the line of full totality, and it was an ineffable cosmic event. And we discussed both the beautiful eventualities of it and some of the dyer possibilities of it. It was a monumental celestial event that has helped us remember how profound it is to b…

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