The Tristen Law Show

Is this truly the final chapter? John Cena faces Gunther at Saturday Night's Main Event, in a match that defines his retirement tour. We break down why this moment is about passing the torch, not chasing another championship, and whether Gunther is the perfect opponent for Cena's potential FINAL WWE Moment.We also dive into the rest of the SNME card, which feels like a crucial NXT showcase for stars like Oba Femi! What does the overall show tell us about the future?---🛠️ Independent Media — All in One Place🎙️ Podcasts, digital content, merchandise, and newsletters830 Media Group is the parent company behind multiple content brands, including 830 Wrestling Network.👉 https://830mg.com

In the brutal world of professional wrestling, a former contender has been given an improbable second chance. Moving from limited visibility on AXS TV to the coveted stage of AMC Networks—the home of character-driven drama—TNA suddenly has a path to 60 million households.The price of this opportunity is learning from history. To survive, the company must resist the urge to repeat the mistakes of 2010, when a fierce, head-to-head competitive strategy drove them to the brink. This time, they must "swim in their own lane" and deliver the strong, character-focused content the new network demands.But the plot thickens: The deal may have been orchestrated by the very giant TNA once tried to topple, who now views the struggling promotion as a strategic partner to keep the wrestling landscape healthy. With the excitement buzzing and the talent fired up, the question remains: Can TNA use this unprecedented partnership and platform to build a lasting legacy, or is their biggest moment destined to be their final, dramatic downfall? The show begins January 15, 2026.---🛠️ Independent Media — All in One Place🎙️ Podcasts, digital content, merchandise, and newsletters830 Media Group is the parent company behind multiple content brands, including 830 Wrestling Network.👉 https://830mg.com

For decades, the holiday season meant sold-out arenas, but as the calendar turns, one question threatens to shut down the wrestling machine: Is this tradition worth the toll on its biggest stars?---🛠️ Independent Media — All in One Place🎙️ Podcasts, digital content, merchandise, and newsletters830 Media Group is the parent company behind multiple content brands, including 830 Wrestling Network.👉 https://830mg.com

The promise of WarGames has always been chaos, but 2025 delivered a masterpiece of violence and storytelling, instantly becoming an all-time classic. Two cages—the Men's and Women's WarGames—were the setting for historic brutality, shocking upsets, and the ultimate payoff to months of intense rivalry.This is the definitive review of the show that delivered not just match-of-the-year contenders, but arguably the best event WWE has produced in years.---🛠️ Independent Media — All in One Place🎙️ Podcasts, digital content, merchandise, and newsletters830 Media Group is the parent company behind multiple content brands, including 830 Wrestling Network.👉 https://830mg.com

Inside the inescapable steel cage, a political powder keg explodes. CM Punk, Cody Rhodes, and Roman Reigns form the most chaotic alliance in history, forced to unite against a unified enemy. Betrayal is guaranteed. Can this unstable team survive the cage?Meanwhile, the Women’s Division delivers its most layered conflict since 2018, where a legend's return shifts the entire landscape. At the emotional core, Jey Uso battles the crushing weight of the Bloodline drama. Two rings. Two matches. Only one side walks out whole.---🛠️ Independent Media — All in One Place🎙️ Podcasts, digital content, merchandise, and newsletters830 Media Group is the parent company behind multiple content brands, including 830 Wrestling Network.👉 https://830mg.com

In the world of professional wrestling, one iconic move has fooled the masses for decades. Hailed as a devastating match-ender, it's now exposed as a fraud—a "stupid overrated" transition move that simply doesn't finish the job.Join Tristen Law and Jess Thee Yaptain as they launch a hostile investigation to name the weak link. Is it the Superkick, the Mexican Destroyer, or the Leg Drop? They unearth brutal truths about wrestling's current finishers and conclude with a definitive, controversial ranking of the Top 5 Greatest Finishers of All Time.Warning: Truths revealed may ruin your favorite wrestler’s legacy.---🛠️ Independent Media — All in One Place🎙️ Podcasts, digital content, merchandise, and newsletters830 Media Group is the parent company behind multiple content brands, including 830 Wrestling Network.👉 https://830mg.com

The moment wrestling finally embraces intergender wrestling, everything changes. Not just the matches — the entire creative landscape. This episode dives into what the sport could look like if major promotions stopped treating intergender wrestling like a gimmick and started treating it like a serious, story-driven part of the business.We break down why fans are more ready than ever, why companies are still terrified, and how the indies have quietly been proving for years that this style can work at the highest level. From Rhea Ripley challenging men on TV, to AEW avoiding it altogether, to TNA’s bold experiments and the global scenes that normalized it, we explore what the future could look like if wrestling evolved with its audience instead of running from them.By the end, you’ll see exactly how intergender storytelling could open new matchups, new rivalries, and a new era of creativity that wrestling desperately needs. And you might even walk away convinced that the future has already started — the major companies are just pretending not to see it.Tune in and join the conversation: Should intergender wrestling finally become a real part of mainstream wrestling?

The chaos is real — and the stakes have never been higher. WWE has thrown eight competitors into John Cena’s farewell tournament with no bracket, no structure, and zero explanation. But underneath the confusion, there’s a hidden story taking shape… one that will decide the next era of the company.In this episode, I break down every match so far, expose the flaws in the “Last Time Is Now” tournament design, and reveal why the lack of an official bracket might actually be part of the plan. Then we go deeper: the surprises, the returns, the upsets, and the major names missing from the field — including why Edge was never meant to be here.From there, I make the case for all eight remaining competitors, cut the field down to a final four, then a final two, and finally name the one man who should retire John Cena in his last match. If you want the full picture of where WWE is going over the next five years, this is the episode.Stick around, choose your winner in the comments, and let’s talk about the future of WWE.

WWE is changing right in front of us — and if you watched Wrestlepalooza, you saw the moment the company officially stepped out of Vince McMahon’s shadow. This episode breaks down the power shift happening behind the scenes and why Wrestlepalooza wasn’t just a great show… it was the first true sign of WWE’s new identity.In this 60-minute deep dive, we explore how ESPN’s debut Premium Live Event changed the game, why Triple H and Nick Khan are rebranding WWE from the ground up, and what Mark Shapiro really meant when he said the company must “take the torch and move past” Vince’s era. From the new sports-presentation style to the global event strategy, this episode uncovers the blueprint shaping WWE’s future.You’ll hear a breakdown of Wrestlepalooza as the statement event, how WWE is escaping Vince’s old playbook, why the new Super Show model is built for the next generation, and what the international expansion means for fans. By the end, you’ll understand exactly how WWE is evolving — and why this shift is bigger than one event or one executive.If you want to know what WWE looks like without Vince McMahon defining every detail, this is the episode that lays it all out.

This episode drops you straight into the chaos of the digital age, where the loudest crowd isn’t in the building — it’s on X, TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. We break down how hashtags became the new chants, how clips outshine TV ratings, and why fans online can make or break a storyline before it ever hits the ring.You’ll hear how wrestlers blur the line between character and reality across their socials, how promotions now chase engagement like it’s the new Monday Night War, and why the digital crowd never sleeps. From fan-driven pushes to backlash storms, from YouTube dominance to the pressure on talent to stay “on” 24/7, this episode explores the power shift shaping the future of the business.By the end, you’ll understand exactly how the internet reshaped the wrestling world — and whether fans have finally become the ones holding the pencil.

After the last episode wrapped, an off-camera argument between Tristen and Jess exploded into a full-blown showdown. The question that started it all? What really makes a great heel in pro wrestling?In this fiery debate, Tristen Law and Jess Thee Yaptain break down the anatomy of a villain — from emotional heat to credibility, longevity, and storytelling. They trade their top picks, challenge each other’s logic, and question whether true heels even exist in today’s social-media-driven world.By the end, one thing’s certain: being booed isn’t enough anymore. Great heels don’t just make you hate them — they make you feel something.Who’s right? Who’s out of their mind? You decide. Drop your pick in the comments: TeamLaw or TeamYaptain — and let’s settle this once and for all.

Drew McIntyre isn’t just angry — he’s fed up. From being the pandemic champion who carried WWE with no crowd to losing everything he built because of politics, Drew’s rage has finally boiled over. But here’s the twist — he’s not wrong.In this episode, we break down how WWE’s own decisions turned one of their most loyal stars into the angriest man in the company. From betrayal after betrayal to his Royal Rumble meltdown, we’ll explore why this version of Drew feels more real — and more dangerous — than ever before.Is he truly the villain… or the only man telling the truth?By the end, you might agree — WWE made Drew McIntyre this way.

For over twenty years, John Cena defined what greatness in WWE looks like. But now, the question isn’t how he’ll go out—it’s who’s worthy enough to end him.In this episode, Tristen and Jess break down WWE’s shocking decision to let a tournament decide who retires John Cena. From the symbolism of surrendering control to the risk of the wrong person ending his career, they explore every angle—business, emotion, and legacy.Who should it be? Cody Rhodes? Randy Orton? LA Knight? Gunther? Or will a total wild card shock the world?This isn’t just another debate—it’s the countdown to the end of an era.Join the conversation, drop your pick in the comments, and let’s find out who’s truly worthy enough to retire the greatest of all time.

WWE Saturday Night’s Main Event changed everything for Cody Rhodes — and maybe for WWE itself. For the first time, we saw the American Nightmare cross a line he swore he’d never touch. From using the title as a weapon to fighting like Drew McIntyre, Cody’s victory came with a price — his soul.In this full recap and reaction, Tristen (The Wrestler), Jess (The Fan), and Felicia (Guest Host) break down every story from Saturday Night’s Main Event — from Jade Cargill’s historic win to CM Punk’s redemption and Dominik Mysterio’s rise to breakout status.What we saw tonight wasn’t just another event. It was a shift in the entire WWE landscape — and it all started with Cody Rhodes.

Cody Rhodes and Drew McIntyre are on a collision course — and this might be the match that breaks WWE’s champion. In this episode of The Tristen Law Show, Tristen (The Wrestler) and Jess (The Fan) dive deep into the story of redemption vs. resentment as Cody defends the Undisputed WWE Championship against Drew McIntyre at Saturday Night’s Main Event XL.But that’s just the start. We’re breaking down every title match on the card — from Tiffany Stratton vs. Jade Cargill to Dominik Mysterio vs. Penta vs. Rusev, and the vacant World Heavyweight Title match between CM Punk and Jey Uso. Who leaves with gold, and who leaves broken?Join us for full predictions, storyline breakdowns, and live fan reactions before the big night. Drop your picks in the comments — we’ll be shouting out the boldest ones during the post-show!

Pro wrestling isn’t just something you watch — it’s something you feel.The pops, the betrayals, the tears, the goosebumps… every moment is designed to hit your heart before your head. But how does a scripted show still make millions of people care like it’s real?In this episode, Tristen (the wrestler) and Jess (the fan) unpack what makes pro wrestling unlike anything else on Earth — the emotion, the loyalty, the community, and the magic that keeps us coming back long after we’ve learned how it all works.From the art of crowd psychology to the thrill of that perfect comeback moment, we break down the soul of wrestling — not just as entertainment, but as connection.---🛠️ Everything You Need — All in One Place🎙️ Podcast, merch, newsletter, and more:👉 https://linktr.ee/tristenlawshow

WWE’s latest twist has the internet in shambles — Jey Uso just won the Battle Royal on Raw, and now he’s set to face CM Punk at Saturday Night’s Main Event. But here’s the question: does this make any sense… or is WWE quietly playing 4D chess?Tristen and Jess break it all down — from the fan outrage and booking logic to who should’ve won instead. Was this a setup for the next big Bloodline war, a way to protect LA Knight, or just another classic WWE “swerve”?Expect hot takes, storytelling insight, and that signature back-and-forth that makes The Tristen Law Show the smartest (and pettiest) wrestling talk on YouTube.Stick around till the end — you’ll want to hear who we think WWE is really building toward.---🛠️ Everything You Need — All in One Place🎙️ Podcast, merch, newsletter, and more:👉 https://linktr.ee/tristenlawshowInside the Linktree:🎧 Listen to the podcast (Spotify, Apple & more)👕 Shop official merch: tees, hoodies & more📬 Join the free newsletter: bold takes + behind-the-scenes✉️ Business or guest inquiries📞 CALL THE PROMO HOTLINEWant to be on the show? Cut your promo now:📱 973-826-0101✨ Hey, it’s Tristen. I’m glad you’re here.Whether you’re a diehard wrestling fan or just curious what’s going on in the ring, welcome to the community. You’re in now.📅 New episodes weekly.No fluff, no scripts—just real talk about pro wrestling from the fans’ perspective.📲 Follow the show:My Personal Instagram & Threads → https://instagram.com/therealbigtrisThe Tristen Law Show IG → https://instagram.com/tristenlawshow💬 I read every comment, so drop your thoughts below.👍 Like what you’re watching?Hit Subscribe and share the channel. Every single sub makes a difference.

 In this episode, we dive straight into the mystery that has wrestling fans talking. Jericho hasn’t been on AEW television since April, his factions have quietly dissolved, his cruise is missing AEW talent, and his social media hints are getting louder. Something is shifting behind the curtain.We take you inside every clue, from his contract timeline and backstage rumblings to why WWE may be circling for a 2026 return. Along the way, we break down what a move back to WWE would mean for his legacy, how AEW is handling his absence, and whether fans are witnessing the start of Jericho’s final chapter.Expect deep analysis, real speculation, and a full breakdown of the biggest unanswered question in wrestling right now: is Chris Jericho done with AEW… or is he preparing his biggest swerve yet?--🛠️ Everything You Need — All in One Place🎙️ Podcast, merch, newsletter, and more:👉 https://linktr.ee/tristenlawshow---00:00 Intro 03:16 Jericho’s Last AEW Appearance & Contract Discussion 05:35 Jess on AEW’s Roster & Potential Shifts 07:10 Jericho’s Influence, Leadership & AEW Impact 08:57 When Fans Noticed Jericho’s Absence 10:47 Jericho’s Cruise Discussion 13:07 Fan Question: “What Match Would You Like to See Jericho In?” 15:27 Cruise Stories & Chat Interaction 16:56 WWE vs AEW Talent on Jericho’s Cruise 18:11 Why Jericho Might Be Planning for Life After AEW 19:05 Where Should Jericho Retire? 21:05 Jericho’s Quiet AEW Exit – Logistics or Intentional? 24:12 Wrestling Generational Shifts 26:23 Wrestling Viewership & Social Media Impact 28:39 WWE on YouTube vs Peacock / Streaming Strategy 30:08 Social Media Clues: Jericho’s Likes & Teasers 33:05 AEW Roster Depth & WWE Comparisons 35:43 Jericho’s 35th Anniversary Post 37:13 Stream-A-Mania Promo Break 38:25 Jess Segment Tease – “Women in Pro Wrestling” 39:15 Chat Reaction: Jericho’s Legacy & Health 40:04 Tony Khan’s Public Comments 42:41 WWE Hall of Fame Discussion 44:37 Jericho’s Potential Return & Contract Details 46:47 How Jericho Could Return (Royal Rumble 2026) 47:03 Fantasy Booking: Jericho’s Rumble Staredown 47:19 End Discussion Wrap-Up & Outro

Watch the YouTube Replay Here: https://youtube.com/live/Icc0yrC8AP4---What happens when chasing greatness turns into hoarding gold? In 2025, Mercedes Moné isn’t just collecting championships—she’s redefining what it means to be a champion. But her historic run may have exposed pro wrestling’s biggest flaw: title overload. From WWE to AEW to NJPW, everyone’s wearing gold, but few feel special.In this episode, Tristen Law dives deep into wrestling’s gold rush era—how too many belts have blurred prestige, how the belt collector trend took over, and why Mercedes Moné might be both the symbol and the symptom of wrestling’s identity crisis. Expect strong opinions, bold takes, and the kind of storytelling that makes you question what “being the best” really means.---🛠️ Everything You Need — All in One Place🎙️ Podcast, merch, newsletter, and more:👉 https://linktr.ee/tristenlawshow---00:00 Intro00:27 The Gold Rush Begins02:04 Mercedes Moné’s Rise and Legacy03:09 How Wrestling Became a Gold Rush04:49 The Belt’s Lost Meaning06:00 Chat Reactions: Mercedes Moné Debate06:59 Breaking Down Mercedes’ Titles08:16 AEW vs. TNA vs. WWE Ecosystems10:02 Why Competition Matters13:06 Mercedes’ Success: A Blessing or a Problem?14:30 What Do the Belts Even Mean Now?15:14 WWE vs AEW: The Belt Explosion18:10 Chat Reacts: Gender Bias & Double Standards19:45 Which Belts Still Matter?22:04 The Fan Perspective: What Championships Used to Mean23:12 Gunther’s IC Reign & Restoring Prestige25:21 The Overload Effect27:13 Mercedes’ Motivation & Message28:29 Independent Credibility29:13 Stream-A-Mania Promo31:00 You Don’t Need WWE to Be Successful32:07 Fixing the System34:06 Too Many Tag Titles & Trios Belts35:42 Retirement & Restoration37:21 The Crown Jewel Problem37:59 Lightning Round (Audience Q&A)40:24 Tristen’s Picks41:57 Closing Thoughts: Meaning vs. Story43:11 Outro & Wrap-Up44:21 Outro Music

Watch the YouTube Replay Here: https://youtube.com/live/6lBoziD2Brk---What if the biggest wrestling company on Earth quietly replaced its writers… with robots?In this episode of The Tristen Law Show, Tristen and Jess dive into jaw-dropping reports that WWE has begun experimenting with AI-generated storylines — and yes, we’re talking about ChatGPT being used to help book shows like Raw and SmackDown.From Triple H’s bold new tech strategy to fears that AI could erase the human touch that made wrestling legendary, this episode explores the line between innovation and insanity. Is WWE ushering in a creative revolution, or is this the moment pro wrestling loses its soul?Expect heated debate, real industry insight, and a glimpse into a future where machines might just decide who headlines WrestleMania.---🛠️ Everything You Need — All in One Place🎙️ Podcast, merch, newsletter, and more:👉 https://linktr.ee/tristenlawshow---00:00 Intro03:20 The Story on WWE Using AI07:31 AI is Taking Jobs!13:35 Using AI on YouTube19:41 Why is WWE Using AI?39:29 WWE AI Backlash47:09 AI in Hollywood52:29 Ethics with AI 57:50 What if AI Works in Pro Wrestling?01:00:55 Final Thoughts01:01:27 Outro