Celebrate Wrestling - McGuire on Wrestling

Back after a stellar weekend of live and televised wrestling, we're here to go through some of the biggest news, including a conversation with the iconic Bret "Hitman" Hart all about an amazing honour bestowed upon his family this past week. Hours before the return of Dungeon Wrestling to Calgary, Mike McGuire catches up with Bret to talk about the new Stu Hart Memorial Bridge, what it means to him and his family, and much more in this lighthearted conversation. The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins the show to give thoughts on AEW's WrestleDream, as well as rumours of Chris Jericho's future, an update on the condition of WWE World Heavyweight Champion Seth Rollins, more on the TV Ratings downfall for pro wrestling and metrics moving forward. Then, it's some of YOUR feedback on AEW's WrestleDream Pay-Per-View, including thoughts on yet another violent showdown between Jon Moxley and Darby Allin! Always free. Always about wrestling. Support our show by subscribing and visit celebratewrestling.com for more!    

Hot off the heels of once again teaming up at the commentary table for Calgary's Dungeon Wrestling, Mitch Hontzias, Dimitri Korolis and Mike McGuire form the 3 headed monster of the ACT and it's a blast! From the results from WWE's Crown Jewel leading into tonight's WrestleDream, the guys cover it all as best they can. Plus, hear Dimitri squirm, and how Mitch may have set himself up to be snubbed by The Hitman!

This week on Legends and Champions, we dive deep into the mind of a true wrestling genius, the one and only WWE Hall of Famer Bobby “The Brain” Heenan. From managing the biggest names in the business to redefining what it meant to be a heel, Heenan wasn’t just part of the show, he was the show. We explore his incredible journey through the AWA, WWE, and WCW, the brilliance of his commentary alongside Gorilla Monsoon, and the sharp wit that made him one of the greatest talkers of all time. You’ll hear the stories behind the Brain’s legendary feuds, his unmatched psychology, and the humanity behind the humour, the man who could make you laugh, boo, and respect him all in one breath. Insight. History. Legacy. It’s all here in our special biographical discussion on Bobby “The Brain” Heenan.

This week, join Mike McGuire to go over and look ahead at another wildly interesting week in pro wrestling! Special guests include: Winnipeg Pro Wrestling President, Devin Bray Recorded earlier this week, it was before the news that AEW star Mercedes Mone has tied the title-holding record with Ultimo Dragon.  Hear how Winnipeg Pro Wrestling came from uncoventional beginnings, and has become a signature promotion in Canada.  Also, we discuss the impact of having Mercedes Mone added to an already stacked show, and the continued evolution of pro wrestling in one of Canada's most traditional territories, Joe Aguinaldo Joe and Mike go through YOUR feedback on WWE's latest PLE from Australia, "Crown Jewel: Perth".  Plus, a story you just have to hear... Dave Meltzer In his weekly visit, Dave joins Mike to talk about some of the breaking stories from last week, including news on John Cena's final opponents, the US TV ratings possibly changing the value of wrestling on television, Austin Theory and much more! For more on our shows, please visit celebratewrestling.com  

This week, join Mitch and Dimitri as they give you their Crown Jewel picks, as well as talk everything in wrestling they watched this week from WWE, AEW and anywhere else! Also, for those planning on seeing Mitch, Dimitri and Mike at Dungeon Wrestling next weekend, the show has moved to the BMO Centre, still on the Stampede Grounds.  See you there!

Are you ready to talk trash about one of the most infamously terrible (yet secretly fun) wrestling movies of all time? This week on Legends and Champions, we're pulling back the curtain, cleaning out the septic tank, and diving head-first into the cinematic masterpiece that is WCW's Ready to Rumble! We’ll break down the bizarre journey of sewage workers Gordie and Sean, Oliver Platt’s magnificent performance as the disgraced Jimmy King, and the baffling real-life aftermath that gave us a world champion we wanna wrestle off the road! Was this movie the death knell for World Championship Wrestling, or just a hilariously stupid buddy comedy? We’ll discuss all the diamond cutters, triple-cage insanity, and why David Arquette's reign still haunts wrestling fans to this day. Tune in to Legends and Champions and join us as we analyse this bizarre piece of wrestling history and prove that even after all these years... WE WILL RULE YOU!

This week, it's another packed and extended edition of McGuire on Wrestling as Mike welcomes some special guests and talks about some of the biggest news in wrestling this week. Our Feature Guest is former WWE Magazine writer and Author, Brian R. Solomon, whose new book, "Irresistible Force: The Life and Times of Gorilla Monsoon" came out this week.  Hear not only some fascinating stories about one of the true pillars of what would eventually become today's WWE, but also some incredible untold stories about the legend in and out of the ring. Brian and Mike also get into discussions of the process of writing a book like this, which can be considered in many ways as his follow-up to the critically acclaimed "Blood and Fire: The Unbelievable Real-Life Story of Wrestling’s Original Sheik".  You'll hear how a fascination with ancestry helped paint a picture of Gorilla Monsoon you may have never fully appreciated. In another edition of "Have Your Say", we catch up with Toronto Comedian and Celebrate Wrestling family member Ernie Vicente.  Ernie is a life-long fan, and uses what he's heard about the wrestling business as a template for how he's found success as a touring stand-up comic. Plus, Mike takes you through some of the headlines of the week, including how Winnipeg Pro Wrestling may be part of what could be a historic title reign, or their champion could make it more challenging for a certain AEW "CEO". The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer also joins the show to talk about The Rock's struggles at the Box Office this week, and how a disappointing box office result might not be as bad as it seems for Dwayne Johnson.  They also discuss AEW's "throwback" approach to some of their stars, ticket prices, and look ahead to December 13th, as John Cena's last match has been announced - but not his last opponent. For more on all our shows, please follow at celebratewrestling.com 

This week, Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis celebrate the 6th year of AEW Dynamite - including a moment from the show they remember fondly. Also, the guys do what they do... talk about wrestling, goof off, and give you an entertaining hour of gWo goodness!  

He was the master of psychology. The man who could paralyze an opponent—and an arena—with a single, chilling stare. But the shadows he cast in the ring were nothing compared to the darkness that followed him outside of it.    On this episode of Legends and Champions we breakdown the legacy of the WWE Hall of Famer Jake "The Snake" Roberts

This week on the podcast version of McGuire on Wrestling, you're getting extended content including a very special, and very real conversation with ECW, WWE, TNA and OVW Current Coach/Owner, AL SNOW! Al's experience in his FIFTH DECADE of pro wrestling led us to a remarkably fun but compelling conversation about what it takes to try and get noticed in an oversaturated wrestling world, and what he himself looks for from any talent trying to get noticed - inside AND outside of the ring. Also on the show, our new "Have Your Say" segment debuts, with former Sportscaster and TV producer, as well as Celebrate Wrestling follower, Kevin Jesus joining Mike to share his feelings on WrestleMania today vs. growing up as a fan, the Saudi Arabia deal for Mania and why that's NOT the reason he's losing his love for WWE's biggest branded event. The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer walks us through some of the week's news, as well as the fallout from the latest head-to-head day between WWE and AEW, what could be next for NXT's Oba Femi, and who he thinks can be the biggest draw for both sides moving forward. For more on our shows or to support, please visit celebratewrestling.com    

It's time for another weekly look back at the wrestling world from the gWo!  Join Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis for the most entertaining wrestling recap show, by a couple of dudes who are holding nothing back!  What worked? What didn't? Plus, The Alternate Scenario takes us through some of their picks for John Cena's last match, and find out why AEW is being compared to an Old School Greek Diner Menu!

From the Bloodline, to the Horsemen to the Dangerous Alliance, the world of professional wrestling has had numerous factions and stables which tried to change the landscape of the business.    On this edition Andy and Stefan do the ultimate stables countdown. Where do you think your favourite faction placed on our chart? You will need to listen to find out!

After AEW and WWE presented 11-12 hours of straight (and overlapping) wrestling television this past Saturday, we're breaking format and just seeing how everybody's doing after all this. Joe Aguinaldo joins Mike McGuire in a very informal edition of McGuire on Wrestling, including personal feedback from what we watched, and where things go from here! Also in the conversation, we discuss Stephanie McMahon being announced by The Undertaker as the first announcement for the 2026 WWE Hall of Fame, Mike's question to AEW President Tony Khan regarding a "family friendly" AEW, potential Cody/Seth feud renewal, and something about CM Punk that JOE likes and Mike well... doesn't. We also go over YOUR feedback to WWE and AEW's offerings this past weekend with another rousing edition of "Yay!/Boo!"

Mitch and Dimitri take you through the week in wrestling, including a look at both big cards happening today, and give their thoughts! It's another hilarious edition of the ACT you don't wanna miss!

It's time to get a little bit... funky, celebrating the life and times of"The American Dream," Dusty Rhodes! He was the "son of a plumber" who talked with the charisma of a soul singer and fought with the heart of a champion. From his legendary feuds with Ric Flair and The Four Horsemen to his game-changing creative mind behind the scenes, we’re exploring the incredible legacy of one of wrestling's most beloved and influential figures. Whether you remember his iconic polka dots, his legendary "Hard Times" promo, or the Bionic Elbow that took down opponents, this is an episode that is soooo sweeeet baybay...

This week, it's the week before an almost direct head-to-head PPV/PLE weekend between AEW and WWE.  We'll look at some of the matches, but that's just the beginning. Join Mike McGuire as he goes through some of the big stories of the week - no bigger perhaps than the initial reactions of WWE announcing WrestleMania 43 will take place is Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.  Initial reactions seem very mixed, but we will go into the story behind the story with The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer. Also, former WWE Cruiserweight and and Tag Team Champion Brian Kendrick sits down for the first time with us, and an in-depth conversation about his life as a wrestler - as well as helping train such names as Ronda Rousey and Bad Bunny to perform in the ring.  

This week, join Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias for a fun look back at the week of wrestling, including the surprise news that WrestleMania 2027 will take place in Saudi Arabia!  

This week, join Andy Evans and Stefan Bennett for a look at the career of "The Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels! The once "Midnight Rocker" would go on to be recognized as one of the greatest of all time.  "Mr. WrestleMania's" career retrospective includes the early days of DX to becoming one of the biggest figureheads behind the scenes. Stefan and Andy talk about the ups and downs of one of pro-wrestling's most iconic superstars!

This week, Calgary's "Champagne" Raj Singh joins the show to talk about a myriad of exciting things, including the launch of the new Stampede City Wrestling Academy.  Hear how this school came to be and why he feels confident that the SCWA will contribute positively to the pro-wrestling scene. Also in the conversation, Raj tells us about the upcoming 3 year project, "Singhs in the Ring" - a documentary that tells the story of his legendary father, the Great Gama Singh, as well as how the business has continued to thrive with his family through an entirely new generation. Further, Raj and Mike discuss the return of Dungeon Wrestling, which returns to Calgary on Friday October 17 to the legendary Victoria Pavilion! Then, making his return to the CW podfeed, our pal Joe Aguinaldo joins the show to try and keep tabs on all the happenings in pro wrestling for fans who are just trying to keep up!  What stands out in the flurry of stories and shows?  Which moments truly grab our attention?  Joe offers some insight on that and more! Find out more about all our shows at celebratewrestling.com   

Join Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis for another fun look back at the week in wrestling, and what a week it was! From WWE's Clash in Paris to this past Friday's "surprise" return of AJ Lee, the gWo have you covered! Also this week: - We're getting the best John Cena ever - Where's Buddy? - Nikki Bella - why? - Who was better? Chicago's crowd or Paris'? - AEW doing more at 2300 Arena and more!