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The Mike & JD Show (Mike Gilbert & JD Oliva) break down all the latest news and headlines in the world of pro wrestling and provide unique outlooks and brand of humor. They also discuss historical pro wrestling topics, movies, and pop culture.
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This podcast is a member of the Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network.
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Learn more about the Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network at voicesofwrestling.com ( http://www.voicesofwrestling.com/ ).
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This podcast is a member of the Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network.
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Learn more about the Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network at voicesofwrestling.com ( http://www.voicesofwrestling.com/ ).
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Mike and JD discuss TNA’s ratings surge this week. What does it mean and how did they get there? AEW makes mainstream headlines when fans make loud Anti-ICE chants before the match between Brody King & MJF: Should AEW embrace the movement? Plus The IIconics are All Elite and a MLW Battle Riot recap. Patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD are back discussing AJ Styles leaving WWE after losing to Gunther at Royal Rumble, Hobbs debuts in WWE, Ciampa debuts in AEW and wins the TNT title, and was Steve Maclin really fired by TNA?Patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD are back discussing a hige week in pro wrestling free agency news featuring big moves from Will Hobbs, Trey Miguel, Tomasso Ciampa, Killer Kelly and more. Plus a big mass exodus is looming in NJPW with Evil offiicially leaving and Hiromu Takahashi and The War Dogs not far behind him. Finally they discuss the ratings for TNA's debit on AMC. Patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike is back with Cousin Joe discussing AEW releasing Trey Miguel quickly after he signed due to his controversial past. Then we breakdown a good Genesis card from TNA. For exclusive and premium content head to patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike Gilbert was joined by JD Oliva, Gerard Ryan, and Nonso for a live Brace for IMPACT after the debut episode of TNA iMPACT on AMC. The break down all the chaos, calamity, BW leading in to the show and decipher how a company can poop the bed at such a high level when their entire existence is on the line.
Mike & JD discuss Vince McMahons sham retiremet of 2022 and try to understand the TKO shareholder lawsuit. Then they discuss Wrestle Kingdom featuring Tanahashi's retirement match, Yota Tsuji finally winning the IWGP World Title, & a Washed Naito shows up in NOAH. Plus Free Ageny news regarding Matt Cardona, Tommaso Ciampa, EC3, and EVIL!For exlusive and premium content head to patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD are back discussing JD's experience attending AEW Worlds End + a Full Show, match-by-match breakdown. They also dive into the latest free agency news with updates on Chris Jericho, Anna Jay, David Finlay, and Clark Connors. For premium and exclusive content, head to patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD discuss the Hardy Boys' future in TNA along with other contract updates, Jake Paul getting KO'd, MJF's return, Paramount losing their bid to buy WBD, and AEW's future with NETFLIX taking over HBO MAX.For exclusive and premium content head to patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD welcome WWE Expert Cousin Joe to the show to break down WWE Saturday Night's Main Event including the controversial finish to John Cena's Last Match & how WWE fans turned on HHH. Then we provide updates to the ongoing Paramount-WBD-Netflix Saga. Finally we discuss the breaking news that legendary filmmaker Rob Reiner passed away.For exclusive and premium content head to patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD are back from Thanksgiving break discussing Netflix's acquisition of WBD. All the details, what they're actually getting, and the hurdles in the way. We also detail how this could potentially affect AEW. Then we talk about TNA's new TV deal with AMC, Mike calls out all the non-believers, and then Mike breaks down TNA Final Resolution 2025.For premium, exclusive Mike & JD content head to patreon.com/themikeandjdshow.
MIke & JD discuss a very controversial AEW Full Gear featuring a very polarizing main event that saw Samoa Joe win the AEW world title. Is heat in wrestling dead? or can angles like this and Frankie Kazarian's win over Mike Santana lead to business?Patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD discuss TNA's all time terrible PR week, from their fraudulent BFG ticket sales, to taking the title off Mike Santana, getting caught spreading false information, to kicking out a hardcore fan for taking pictures. Plus, TNA to AMC? WON Hall of Fame results, RIP Bob Caudle, & AEW's Blood & Guts!Patreon.com/themikeandjdshow
Mike & JD dive into wrestling's latest controversies and more in Episode 117 of The Mike & JD Show, on the Voices of Wrestling Network! We break down the drama as former WWE star Nixon Newell (Tegan Nox) and Miranda Alize reportedly walked out during the November 8, 2025, AEW Collision taping over creative issues, leading to a canceled match and Nixon announcing she's stepping away from wrestling after one final year.Plus, the heated AEW National Title discourse—AEW's decision to create a new National Championship and adopt the lineage of the historic NWA National Title, currently held by Mike Mondo, has sparked backlash from NWA wrestlers and officials accusing Tony Khan's promotion of copying and confusing fans. With AEW already loaded with titles, is this one too many?We also discuss the end of Deadlock Pro Wrestling, as the indie promotion announces an indefinite hiatus after their December 12, 2025, fundraiser show and one final event in Japan in 2026. And why sports on HBO Max (now Max) aren't boosting wrestling viewership as hoped, with AEW's simulcasts not counted in Nielsen ratings under the new system, leading to slashed numbers for Dynamite and Collision.Finally, we switch gears to movie talk, debating classics like Gremlins, Kevin Smith films, and the underrated greatness of the Masters of the Universe movie.Watch on the Mike & JD Show YouTube channel (youtube.com/@mikeandjdshow) and follow us on X—Mike (@MikeGilbert311) and JD (@jd_oliva).Want ad-free episodes and exclusive wrestling content? Support us at Patreon.com/TheMikeAndJDShow!
Patreon.com/themikeandjdshowMike & JD are back with a better late than never Tuesday edition of the podcast. Mike is at work without his mic so bear with us. They discuss CM Punk and Jade Cargill winning WWE gold and the infamous photo the former AEW stars took with fellow former Elites Ricky Starks and Cody Rhodes. Plus the hypocrisy of CM Punk and Austin Aries is back.
Mike Gilbert (@MikeGilbert311) and JD Oliva (@jd_oliva) break down the 2025 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame candidates and submit our ballots, some of which may surprisee you. Plus we discuss Vince Russo coming back to wrestling (NOTE: This was recorded BEFORE is was revealed that Russo is working for JCW, Swerve Bro).Pattreon.coom/themikeandjdshow
Get ad-free and premium content at patreon.com/themikeandjdshowMike & JD discuss AEW WrestleDream and all the fallout about the show's length and scorned former employee Sarah Stock's call to arms to protect children from drowning in fish tanks. Plus, TNA takes a month off, is their TV deal in trouble? Finally a news roundup discussing AJ Styles retirement, Jericho returning to WWE, Nakamura in New Japan and more!
Mike brings Brace for IMPACT to replace The Mike & JD Show this week and he reviews a very bipolar Bound for Glory with the highest of highs and the lowest of lows. Also discusses the agony of TNA's TV deal and their upcoming live event schedule.
Want ad-free episodes and exclusive wrestling content? Support us at Patreon.com/TheMikeAndJDShow!Mike Gilbert (@MikeGilbert311) and JD Oliva (@jd_oliva) unpack wrestling's hottest controversies in Episode 113 of The Mike & JD Sho on the Voices of Wrestling Network! We dive into Andrade's shocking return to AEW on the October 1, 2025, episode of Dynamite, where he joined The Don Callis Family after his WWE release tied to multiple drug testing failures under the Wellness Policy.Plus, the new Nielsen ratings system rollout, dubbed "Big Data + Panel," is a major disaster for pro wrestling, slashing viewership numbers for shows like WWE NXT and AEW Dynamite, with insiders like Dave Meltzer calling it a game-changer that could hurt the industry's perception.Get our expert wrestling news 2025 analysis on how WWE and AEW are reacting to these low ratings and what it means moving forward!Watch on the Mike & JD Show YouTube channel (youtube.com/@mikeandjdshow)Follow us on X—Mike (@MikeGilbert311) and JD (@jd_oliva).
For ad-free & premium content head to patreon.com/themikeandjdshowMike breaks down TNA's Victory Road Show, then JD joins to discuss the upcoming NXT Invasion show, Gail Kim's Twitter fights, and a preview of The Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame.
Want ad-free episodes and exclusive wrestling content? Join us at Patreon.com/TheMikeAndJDShow!Mike Gilbert (@MikeGilbert311) and JD Oliva (@jd_oliva) deliver Episode 111 of The Mike & JD Show, your go-to wrestling podcast on the Voices of Wrestling Network! We recap AEW All Out 2025 from Toronto's Scotiabank Arena—Hangman Adam Page retains the Men's World Championship against Kyle Fletcher, Kris Statlander shocks Toni Storm to win the Women's World Title, Kazuchika Okada defends the Unified Championship, and more surprises like Jungle Boy's return. Plus, our WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025 reaction—Cody Rhodes beats Drew McIntyre, Brock Lesnar demolishes John Cena in a lazy rehash, and overall grades hitting a middling C from ESPN. Finally, we discuss Blake Avignon's explosive report from The MMA Draw alleging cronyism in TNA's hiring of President Carlos Silva despite lacking qualifications—what's next for TNA Wrestling? Get our expert wrestling news 2025 takes!Watch on the Mike & JD Show YouTube channel (youtube.com/@mikeandjdshow)Follow us on X—Mike (@MikeGilbert311) and JD (@jd_oliva).
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