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A podcast covering the events, news and issues surrounding New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW). #NJPW #NewJapanProWrestling #Stardom
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This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at Sakura Genesis. Did New Japan elevate Callum Newman? Or did they undercut Yota Tsuji? Why can't they get behind anyone? They discussed KOB's stellar performance with TMDK, Plus, Nick Wayne and Jun Kasai in BOSJ and Steven is forced to sit through a segment of AEW Dynamite.
This week, Jeremy told the story of his brush with true crime. The pair also looked at a night of action in Tokyo featuring both junior heavyweight titles, previewed Sakura Genesis featuring Will Ospreay's return to NJPW and Callum Newman challenging Yota Tsuji for the IWGP Heavyweight title. Plus, the announced entrants for the Best of the Super Junior tournament.
This week, Steven and Jeremy reviewed the semifinals and finals of the New Japan Cup. What will become of Shota Umino and Yuya Uemura after more failures, and is Callum Newman the foreign heel the company needs right now? Plus, Konosuke Takeshita's role, long-term contracts in NJPW and Steven wondered about Hiroshi Tanahashi's true intentions when it comes to making babyfaces.
This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at what led us to the New Japan Cup semifinals. There were big wins for Shota Umino, Yuya Uemura, Oleg Boltin and Callum Newman. The guys looked at each contender for the Cup and broke down why they should or shouldn't win. They also looked at some new signings for the junior heavyweight division and Steven talked about how refreshing it was to see TJPW in person this week.
This week, Steven and Jeremy discussed an Anniversary that felt like an avatar for New Japan as a whole, one really good part mixed with a lot of tired and lackluster content. They also looked at the early rounds of the New Japan Cup, where we got an overdose of House of Torture and were left aching for good wrestling that rarely arrived. Plus, Jeremy's trip to AEW Dynamite.
Jeremy Finestone and Chris Samsa are here with Episode 209 of Speaking of Strong Style! This week, the guys had a long discussion about Aaron Wolf, looked back at the final night of Fantasticamania, featuring Mistico, Mascara Dorada, Atlantis Jr., Averno and more. Jeremy and Chris also review New Beginning USA, which was a great show featuring Yota Tsuji versus Andrade El Idolo, Syuri versus Athena, Ricochet, the Knockout Brothers and a lot more. Plus, Chris Samsa dives deep on the New Japan Cup. Check out the show every Thursday at 5:30 pm eastern on Youtube
This week, Steven and Jeremy looked back at their favorite matches from Fantasticamania and previewed New Beginning USA. It's a great card on paper featuring Yota Tsuji versus Andrade El Idolo, Syuri versus Athena, Ricochet and the Knockout Brothers. Plus, talk of the recent departures and a look ahead to what should be the storyline for the upcoming New Japan Cup.
This week, Steven and Jeremy discussed the opening night of Fantasticamania 2026. CMLL sent some of its top stars to Japan, including Mistico, Mascara Dorada and Soberano Jr. Plus, they looked back at the career of Tadao Yasuda, a former IWGP Champion who symbolized Inoki-ism.
This week, Steven and Jeremy reviewed New Beginning, which featured several departures including Hiromu Takahashi, David Finlay, Gabe Kidd and more, a great tag team title match and two quite divisive title matches. Was Aaron Wolf's loss as stupid as Steven thought it was? Was Jake Lee's IWGP title shot as bad as a lot of fans thought? Plus, New Japan Cup brackets, Fantasticamania and the passing of Tadao Yasuda.
Another week, another departure for New Japan. Steven and Jeremy talked about Hiromu Takahashi's exit and their differing feelings about it. Plus, two Korakuen Hall shows, Young Lion excursion news and a preview of New Beginning in Osaka.
This week, Steven and Jeremy talked about EVIL leaving New Japan, his legacy in House of Torture, and who may lead in his absence. They also previewed two upcoming Korakuen Hall shows, plus American TV wrestling versus Japan's version and changes in the front office.
This week, Steven and Jeremy talked about impending departures from the New Japan roster and what affect they would that have. Plus, a look at this week's action, with some excellent wrestling mixed with some of the same booking mistakes that has put the company on the back foot. They also discussed what Yuya Uemura and Shota Umino need to do, and how Aaron Wolf is progressing.
This week, Steven and Jeremy discussed the good news of Shingo Takagi and Natsupoi's wedding, and the bad news of what pro wrestling can do to those in the industry. Is there any real answer? Plus, Road to New Beginning previews and the best books about New Japan.
This week, Steven and Jeremy recapped New Year's Dash, with its great main event. Plus, Tsuji's new stable, an explanation of the current title lineage, Aaron Wolf going on tour, SANADA's departure and a look ahead at upcoming matches. Jeremy also talked more about his time in Japan, including the NJPW podcast summit.
Steven and Jeremy are back with a special edition of the show, featuring a match-by-match analysis of an emotional Wrestle Kingdom 20 card. They talked of Hiroshi Tanahashi's last great match, his retirement ceremony, Aaron Wolf's impressive debut, Tetsuya Naito's appearance, and Yota Tsuji's big moment.
This week, Steven and Jeremy talked about Jeremy's trip to Tokyo thus far, including his attendance at NOAH's New Year's Day show. Plus, Steven talked about STARDOM Dream Queendom, All Japan, and a final look ahead at Wrestle Kingdom 20.
Dave Meltzer of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter joins Steven and Jeremy to talk about the career of Hiroshi Tanahashi! They discuss his early career, his time on top as the icon and what Tanahashi meant to New Japan, plus his challenges going forward as NJPW President.
This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at the Road to the Tokyo Dome shows, including three more singles matches from Hiroshi Tanahashi. Plus, Chris Brookes versus El Phantasmo at Wrestle Kingdom, Andrade returns to NJPW and a look at the teams in the Six-Man Tag Team Tornado Ranbo.
Steven and Jeremy are joined by Jeremy Donovan and Joshua Smith from Keepin' It Strong Style for a Wrestle Kingdom preview crossover! Plus, the Tokyo Sports Awards, World Tag League and why the matches and wrestlers left off the WK card might matter going forward.
This week, Steven and Jeremy covered the final week of block action in World Tag League. They also discussed subplots involving Shota Umino and Yuya Uemura, Hiromu Takahashi, United Empire and more. Plus, Young Lions making moves and what will the attendance be at Wrestle Kingdom 20?
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