Best John and Raf Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 794: Weekend Reax: Nic Nemeth Is TNA Champion 45:20

28m ago45:20

45:20

The boys (sans Ro) gather to talk about the many things that happened over the weekend including TNA Slammiversary 2024, Nic Nemeth becoming world champion and Speedball Mike Bailey becoming X-Division champion. They also talk about Hulk Hogan's impassioned promo during the Trump Rally, potential signings and releases in the WWE, and all that happe…

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WWP Biography: AJ Styles (with Yuuki of The Kingdom Podcast) 39:53

1h ago39:53

39:53

On the second episode of WWP Biography, the boys are joined by Yuuki of The Kingdom Podcast! They talk about "The Phenomenal One" AJ Styles, who's celebrating his 26th year as a pro, looking back at his long career, everyone's favorite moments of his, and what lies ahead in the near future! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and …

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Reporting on the 1989 Revolution in Romania and the Czechoslovak Velvet Revolution (357) 57:33

14h ago57:33

57:33

Allan Little recounts his journey from his student days in Edinburgh to working as a journalist the front lines of Cold War history in Eastern Europe and beyond. In 1989 he found himself on the night shift at the BBC’s Today programme in London when the Berlin Wall fell. Witnessing the world change in real time Allan’s desire to be part of these mo…

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Ep. 792: Will Ospreay and MJF Go For Nearly a Full Hour 33:25

5h ago33:25

33:25

On the back half of the livestream episodes, we talk about Dynamite's landmark 250th episode! MJF and Will Ospreay go for nearly an hour, Blood and Guts 2024 is made, and Tony Schiavone lets his intrusive thoughts win—but was it all good? Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNite…

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Ep. 791: The Ballad of Dom and Rhea, and GUNTHER's Weird Turn 34:14

1h ago34:14

34:14

Hey, Outcasts! Missed the livestream this week? Here's the first half of the stream episodes wherever you get your favorite podcasts! RAW was a lot of drama this week, from the Dom and Rhea LQ to Priest and GUNTHER's new beef, and more! Check it out and let's process these feels! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_St…

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Mafia Spies and the CIA Plot to Kill Fidel Castro (356) 56:47

2d ago56:47

56:47

Thomas Maier an investigative journalist is our guide to the shadowy world of organized crime and espionage where shares insights from his extensive research and writing, including his latest book and drama documentary "Mafia Spies," which explores the unlikely alliance between the CIA and the Mafia in their attempts to assassinate Fidel Castro. We…

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Ep. 790: Picks of the Week (7/8-14/24): IYO, Hangman, KENTA, Izzi Dame, Morishima 31:34

11h ago31:34

31:34

This week's Picks is a wide, wide variety! For the first time in possibly ever, there are no contemporary WWE picks! Picks of the Week: Rowen: Takeshi Morishima's WWE tryouts from 2009, WWE Vault Emile: Adam Page vs. Bryan Danielson, Dynamite 7/10 Chino: Izzi Dame vs. Jordynne Grace, Impact 7/11 Ro: Bobby Fish vs. KENTA, MLW Blood and Thunder 2024 …

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Ep. 789: Weekend Reax: WWE Crashes NOAH and Marigold 22:39

1h ago22:39

22:39

It's time for the Weekend Reax! Over the weekend, AJ Styles and IYO SKY visited NOAH and Marigold in Japan, and more WWE stars are on the way! We talk about it and process our feels before the new week in wrestling begins! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meist…

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WWP Biography: John Cena 36:53

14h ago36:53

36:53

We're starting a new miniseries on the podcast! On WWP Biography, we're taking a closer look at certain wrestlers and personalities, and the first subject is a timely one: one Doctor of Thuganomics and Leader of the Cenation himself, John Cena! As Cena announced his retirement a few days ago, we look back at Cena's career and his legacy, and what l…

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Teaching English in East Germany (355) 1:15:40

16h ago1:15:40

1:15:40

Bärbel was born in a village near Magdeburg in 1962, She explores her personal and professional life growing up in East Germany. We delve into her family's views on the East German government, her journey to becoming a teacher, and her experiences teaching English. We cover gender roles and the pressures to become a member of the communist party. A…

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Ep. 787: Mariah May, Ginulat Ang Mundo 34:48

1d ago34:48

34:48

On the second half of the stream, we talk about RAW and AEW, especially the big swerves from the finals of the Owen Hart Cup on Dynamite, which include Mariah May's big turn! Was it the plan all along, and should it have happened a week after MJF? Tune in and process these feels with us! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and Tik…

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Ep. 786: Joe Hendry Is Back 30:18

1d ago30:18

30:18

Said his name, and he appeared! It's time for the live stream episodes! If you missed it, on the first half we talk about the latest in WWE and NXT, including Joe Hendry's triumphant return to the brand and Stephanie Vaquer's shocking surprise signing with WWE and NXT! Check it out now! Thanks to BingoPlus for helping make this episode happen! Enjo…

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Ep. 785: Picks of the Week (7/1-7/24): The Women Go All Out in Money in the Bank 22:24

6d ago22:24

22:24

Of course, we can't forget our Picks of the Week! Picks of the Week: Ro: Will Ospreay vs. Daniel Garcia, Dynamite 7/3 Chino: DIY vs. A-Town Down Under, SmackDown 7/5 Stan: Sami Zayn vs. Bron Breakker Rowen: Damian Priest vs. Seth Rollins vs. Drew McIntyre Emile: Women's Money in the Bank Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and Tik…

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Ep. 784: Weekend Reax: Money in the Bank and Heatwave 2024 Fallout 43:15

2d ago43:15

43:15

Hey Outcasts! WWE had a big PLE weekend, and the gang's all here to talk about their feelings about Money in the Bank and Heatwave, including a new NXT Champion! Tune in now before we hit the live stream today! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meister Promo cod…

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Cold War Nuclear Bombing Missions and a UFO Encounter (354) 1:08:40

11d ago1:08:40

1:08:40

Cold War RAF pilot Jeremy Lane, shares his gripping experiences, from nuclear bombing missions to a close encounter with a UFO. He was trained to fly the Canberra aircraft on nuclear bombing missions and describes how the American weaponry they would have used required dual control from both the President of the United States and the British Prime …

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Ep. 783: BONUS: Forbidden Door 2024 Fallout 22:28

8d ago22:28

22:28

We didn't have Weekend Reax earlier this week, which is why Stan and Ro are coming back with the post-stream audio-only episode! This one deals with Forbidden Door 2024 and AEW dealing with the fallout, including MJF's big heel turn on Dynamite this week! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosuper…

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Ep. 782: NXT Heatwave and Money in the Bank 2024 Predictions 35:30

8d ago35:30

35:30

It's a big PLE week for WWE, and we're here to predict Money in the Bank and NXT Heatwave! Get into the PLE spirit with our picks now! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meister Promo codes and affiliate links: http://linktr.ee/wrestlingwrestlingpodcast *** DISCL…

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Ep. 781: The New Bloodline Ditches Paul Heyman 36:23

8d ago36:23

36:23

Missed this week's livestream? Stan, Ro, and Rowen ASH tackle everything about WWE that's happened this week—including that shocking turn on Paul Heyman! Tune in and let's process these feels now! Thanks to BingoPlus for helping make this episode happen! Enjoy a good game of BingoPlus! — the first online poker casino in the Philippines. Licensed by…

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Ep. 780: Picks of the Week (6/24-30/24): A SmackDown to Remember 18:45

10d ago18:45

18:45

Late upload! This week's Picks episode is a special one, as Ro takes it on for the Wrestling-Wrestling Podcast's first-ever solo flight. Check out what the team picked! Emile: Santos Escobar vs. Logan Paul vs. LA Knight, SmackDown 6/28 Stan: Bloodline Acknowledgment Ceremony, SmackDown 6/28 Rowen: 15 Years of Sheamus Ro: Swerve Strickland vs. Will …

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Wrestling Fan 101: Episode 5 — The Wrestling Fan Dictionary 26:33

13d ago26:33

26:33

On the last episode of Wrestling Fan 101 (for now), we talk about the different terms fans use to discuss wrestling on the internet and in real life! If you're a loyal WWP listener, share this with a new or casual wrestling fan! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml…

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Cheltenham Schoolboy to Cold War Canberra Jet Pilot (353) 46:34

18d ago46:34

46:34

Jeremy Lane’s fascination for aviation was nurtured by countless childhood hours watching aircraft at Staverton Airport and North Weald. He shares his experiences flying the Jet Provost and later, the Canberra. He describes the capabilities of this versatile and iconic aircraft, from high-speed reconnaissance to its nuclear role. The Canberra's des…

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Ep. 778: AEW Forbidden Door 2024 Predictions 28:26

16d ago28:26

28:26

On the second half, we predict AEW's Forbidden Door 2024, which is happening Monday morning PH time! Thanks to BingoPlus for helping make this episode happen! Enjoy a good game of BingoPlus! — the first online poker casino in the Philippines. Licensed by Pagcor. Get it at Google Play and App Store, or visit www.bingoplus.com. PS — keep it legal! Ga…

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Ep. 777: The Wyatt Sick6 Still Use VHS 35:58

16d ago35:58

35:58

Hey Outcasts! If you missed last night's live stream, here's the first half, where we talk about the latest that's happened in WWE! Thanks to BingoPlus for helping make this episode happen! Enjoy a good game of BingoPlus! — the first online poker casino in the Philippines. Licensed by Pagcor. Get it at Google Play and App Store, or visit www.bingop…

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Ep. 776: Picks of the Week: (6/17-6/23/24): The Wyatt Sicks Strike, MITB Qualifying Matches, and Timothy Thatcher vs. Minoru Suzuki 27:20

18d ago27:20

27:20

Stan, Chino, Emile, and Rowen A.S.H. dig into the team’s Picks of the Week: Stan: Bianca Belair vs. Chelsea Green vs. Michin, SmackDown 6/21 Rowen: Bron Breakker vs. Sheamus, Raw 6/17 Chino: The Wyatt Sicks Debut, Raw 6/17 Ro: Timothy Thatcher vs. Minoru Suzuki, Bloodsport Bushido Emile: Andrade vs. Kevin Owens vs. Grayson Waller, SmackDown 6/21 Fo…

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Ep. 775: Jacob Fatu Has Entered the Chat 36:30

18d ago36:30

36:30

Happy Tuesday, Outcasts! Stan, Chino, Emile, and Rowen A.S.H. are ready to break down the biggest news from the weekend, starting with Jacob Fatu's debut on SmackDown, the fallout from the Wyatt Sicks debut/attack on Raw, Drew McIntyre beating CM Punk to a bloody pulp, and more! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_Sta…

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Wrestling Fan 101: Episode 4 — What Should You Watch? 21:37

20d ago21:37

21:37

On this week's episode of Wrestling Fan 101, we give you a quick overview of the current wrestling product you can watch. If you're a loyal WWP listener, share this with a new or casual wrestling fan! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meister Promo codes and aff…

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A Cold War Hungarian Journey Through War, Revolution, and Emigration (352) 1:05:27

22d ago1:05:27

1:05:27

In this comprehensive narrative, Imre recounts his life from his birth in 1936 in Hungary to his emigration to the West after the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. He discusses the influence of his family’s Hungarian and German heritage, his father’s work in the oil industry, and the impact of World War II and communist rule on his upbringing. The account…

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Ep. 773: 2024 Owen Hart Cup Bracketology 24:43

23d ago24:43

24:43

On the AEW side of the livestream, we talk about the final brackets for this year's Owen Hart Cup Tournament, as well as the latest developments on Dynamite! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meister Promo codes and affiliate links: http://linktr.ee/wrestlingwre…

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Ep. 772: The Wyatt Sick6 and Joe Hendry Have Arrived 34:51

23d ago34:51

34:51

It's the first half of this week's live stream episodes! It's been a big week for WWE so far, with the Wyatt Sick6 and Joe Hendry finally appearing on the fed's programming. We talk about all this and more, so let's come and process all the feels! Thanks to BingoPlus for helping make this episode happen! Enjoy a good game of BingoPlus! — the first …

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Ep. 771: Picks of the Week: Storming the Castle 29:10

25d ago29:10

29:10

We also can't forget this week's Picks! Picks of the Week: Chino: Jordynne Grace vs. Tatum Paxley, Against All Odds 2024 Rowen: AJ Styles vs. Cody Rhodes Emile: Triple Threat Tag Team Match for the Women's Tag Team Championship Stan: Sami Zayn vs. Chad Gable Ro: Drew McIntyre vs. Damian Priest Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter a…

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Ep. 770: Weekend Reax: Clash at the Castle: Scotland, AJ Styles Comes to NOAH, Brother Nero Returns 44:05

25d ago44:05

44:05

It's a monumental weekend in wrestling! A lot happened (or didn't happen) at Clash at the Castle: Scotland, so Stan, Ro, and Emile break down a pretty meaty PLE. There's also a lot of big news with AJ Styles being announced to do a dream match in NOAH, as well as a big return in TNA! Tune in for all the feels! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2…

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Wrestling Fan 101: Episode 3 — Why Do You Still Watch If It's Fake? 21:56

27d ago21:56

21:56

On the third episode of Wrestling Fan 101, we discuss why we still enjoy pro wrestling even if it's not "real"—and tell you why you shouldn't be ashamed to enjoy it! If you're a loyal WWP listener, share this with a new or casual wrestling fan! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @Mond…

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Mutiny in the East German Army (351) 48:02

29d ago48:02

48:02

In this riveting account, Tilo recounts his experiences as an East German soldier during the final months of East Germany. He details the rising political awareness among soldiers, and his fear that his unit will be asked to shoot on demonstrators also provides a personal perspective on the pivotal moments leading up to and following the fall of th…

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Ep. 768: Clash at the Castle: Scotland Predictions 31:54

30d ago31:54

31:54

Clash at the Castle: Scotland is happening early this Sunday morning, Philippine time! Here are our predictions for the event, including one spicy pick that sees Drew McIntyre get screwed over in his home country! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meister Promo …

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Ep. 767: Logan Paul Reminds Us Who He Is 30:54

30d ago30:54

30:54

Hey Outcasts! On the first part of this week's livestream episodes, we talk about the latest issues surrounding WWE: specifically, Logan Paul's decision to guest Donald Trump on his podcast, and what that could possibly mean for WWE! Let's process everything now! Thanks to BingoPlus for helping make this episode happen! Enjoy a good game of BingoPl…

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Ep. 766: Picks of the Week (6/3-9/24): The Battleground Special 31:21

1M ago31:21

31:21

It's time for Picks of the Week! Recency bias aside, Battleground was a fantastic show that scored four out of five Picks from the boys! Picks of the Week: Emile: Sheamus vs. Ludwig Kaiser, RAW 6/3 Chino: NXT Women's North American Ladder Match Ro: Lola Vice vs. Shayna Baszler Rowen: Oba Femi vs. Wes Lee vs. Joe Coffey Stan: Jordynne Grace vs. Roxa…

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Ep. 765: Weekend Reax: Goodbye, Ricochet 33:05

1M ago33:05

33:05

Hey Outcasts, it's time for Weekend Reax! We react to the big development of Ricochet confirmed to be leaving WWE (especially after the events of Monday Night RAW), and we talk about the fallout from the historic NXT Battleground 2024! Tune in and let's process everything! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @r…

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Wrestling Fan 101: Episode 2 — The Basic Concepts of Wrestling 19:23

1M ago19:23

19:23

Wrestling Fan 101 is back! This time, we cover some basic concepts in pro wrestling—basically, how things work, which should answer the questions you might have as you begin to watch wrestling shows. For you hardcore WWP fans, please do share this episode with a friend who's interested in pro wrestling! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on…

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Face to face with the Soviets at the Cold War Reykjavik Summit between President Reagan and Mikhail Gorbachev (350) 1:12:45

1M ago1:12:45

1:12:45

This episode is brought to you by the CNN Original Series Secrets & Spies: A Nuclear Game which premieres 2nd June 2024 and is available now on BBC Iplayer). The series tracks the spies operating behind the scenes in the 1980s as the Cold War brings two superpowers to the brink of nuclear war. This razor-sharp series examines the tenuousness of glo…

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Ep. 763: NXT Battleground Predictions 26:42

1M ago26:42

26:42

Stan, Ro, Chino, Emile and Rowen ASH predict the results of the upcoming NXT Battleground PLE. Find out their thoughts by hitting that play button! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meister Promo codes and affiliate links: http://linktr.ee/wrestlingwrestlingpodc…

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Ep. 762: Free Agency, Steamy Affairs, and Everything Else in Wrestling This Week 44:19

1M ago44:19

44:19

The gang is back together as they tackle all the happenings in the wrestling week that was! They talk about free agency, Liv Morgan's ongoing attempts at Dominik Mysterio, and the steamy spot between Mina Shirakawa, Toni Storm, and Mariah May! All that and more on the first half of the weekly live stream! Kaya kinig na mga Kapodcast! Follow us on s…

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Ep. 761: Picks of the Week: (5/28-6/3/24): Paul Heyman and Kevin Owens Create Cinema and A Couple Shots of All Elite Wrestling 25:12

2M ago25:12

25:12

Stan, Ro, and Emile bite into the team’s Picks of the Week: Stan: Paul Heyman and Kevin Owens’s Promo, SmackDown 5/31 Rowen: AJ Styles’s Retirement Fakeout, SmackDown 5/31 Chino: Ethan Page Attacks Trick Williams, NXT 5/28 Ro: Mercedes Moné vs. Skye Blue, Dynamite 5/29 Emile: Kyle O’Reilly vs. Will Ospreay, Collision 6/1 Follow us on social media: …

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Ep. 760: Weekend Reax: AJ Styles Has Got A Lot Left in the Tank 39:22

2M ago39:22

39:22

Happy Tuesday, Outcasts! Stan, Ro, and Emile are ready to break down the biggest news from the weekend, starting with AJ Styles’s retirement fakeout, Piper Niven’s championship chase, Andrade already being unhappy four months into his WWE return, and more! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupe…

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Wrestling Fan 101: Episode 1 — How Do You Start Watching Wrestling And Become a Fan? 23:47

2M ago23:47

23:47

We're starting a new series here on the Wrestling-Wrestling Podcast! For those who want to start watching wrestling and be a fan of this wonderful sport and art form, we're doing a multi-part miniseries on how to get into the fandom! The first episode tells you how to start watching wrestling, and how to not be intimidated by the really deep lore o…

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The President’s Kill List - Assassination and US Foreign Policy since 1945 (349) 52:36

1M ago52:36

52:36

Luca Trenta is an associate professor at Swansea University and has recently authored The President's Kill List: Assassination and US Foreign Policy Since 1945. We dig in detail into the contents of the book delving into the history of Cold War CIA operations including instances of electoral interference and assassination. Our conversation explores…

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Ep. 758: Okada Gets A Lambo, Cope Gets Stripped 30:03

2M ago30:03

30:03

On the second half of the show, we talk AEW and the biggest developments coming out of Double or Nothing 2024! Cope gets injured from his unfortunate dive accident, so the TNT Championship is now vacant and AEW gets a new authority figure. And Okada gets a new Lamborghini in the best acting of his life! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on…

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Ep. 757: NXTNA! NXTNA! 33:24

2M ago33:24

33:24

The crazy week of wrestling has not stopped! The WWE's Prohibited Portal has opened, allowing in Jordynne Grace from TNA and new free agents in Ethan Page! Plus, Liv Morgan SAs Dominik Mysterio, and the Alpha Academy now make cinema! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen…

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Ep. 756: Picks of the Week (5/20-27/24): The Greatest Pro Wrestling Match on Local Soil 17:16

2M ago17:16

17:16

Of course, we can't forget picks! Ro and Emile go into the squad's picks from the weekend! Picks of the Week: Ro: Tomohiro Ishii vs. Masa Kitamiya, NOAH Star Navigation 2024 Stan: GUNTHER vs. Randy Orton, King and Queen of the Ring Emile: Jake de Leon vs. Zack Sabre, Jr., Dexcon DEKADA Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTo…

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Ep. 755: Weekend Reax: A Wild Rollercoaster Ride 55:55

2M ago55:55

55:55

So much has happened over the weekend—too much! You already know what it is, so tune in to Stan, Ro, and Emile discussing these crazy past few days! Follow us on social media: @wrestling2xpod on Twitter and TikTok @_StanSy @roiswar @chinosupersized @MondayNiteRowen @eml_meister Promo codes and affiliate links: http://linktr.ee/wrestlingwrestlingpod…

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The sinking of the USS Scorpion and the Velvet Revolution (348) 33:58

2M ago33:58

33:58

I’m a big fan of the History Daily podcast, where my good friend Lindsay Graham takes you back in time to explore a momentous moment that happened ‘on this day’ in history. Visit Historydaily.com or search History Daily in your podcast app to learn more. As an introduction to History Daily I have selected two Cold War-themed episodes that I know yo…

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