AEW Unrestricted

WrestleDream is this Saturday, October 18th live from the Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, Missouri! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington break down the loaded lineup including the AEW World Championship bout between Hangman Adam Page and Samoa Joe, AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander going one-on-one with Timeless Toni Storm, Mark Briscoe challenging TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher, the “I Quit” match between Darby Allin and Jon Moxley, and Brodido (Bandido & Brody King) versus The Don Callis Family (Konosuke Takeshita & Kazuchika Okada) for the AEW World Tag Team Championship. AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more. AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mark Briscoe returns to AEW Unrestricted to tell the incredible story about his insane “Tables & Tacks” match with MJF a AEW All Out, the birth of The Conglomeration (and the two rules to join), and what it’s like balancing life as a proud dad of nine. Mark also shares stories from the Philly crowd at the iconic 2300 Arena, his ROH Championship run, and how he’s carving his path as a singles star in AEW. Plus, Mark opens up about the powerful new documentary Two In One: The Briscoe Story, reflecting on his brother Jay’s legacy, their lifelong bond, and how faith and family continue to guide him inside and outside the ring. The new AEW memorabilia launch from Upper Deck Authenticated features a lineup of standout autographed pieces – like Adam Copeland’s Rated R Superstar print, Kenny Omega’s ‘Flying High’ gold, and MJF’s plaid cashmere scarf. Available now! https://bit.ly/426EH5X AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Alex Windsor joins Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington to talk about her AEW debut at All In, opening AEW Dynamite against Mercedes Moné, and wrestling Toni Storm, Jamie Hayter, and Kris Statlander. She shares the pressure and excitement of competing at Forbidden Door in her home country, her early days in the UK wrestling scene, and what she’s learned from her time in Japan. Alex also discusses the role Will Ospreay has played in her career, her experiences with the all-women’s promotion EVE, and how she balances career, family and motherhood. The new AEW memorabilia launch from Upper Deck Authenticated features a lineup of standout autographed pieces – like Adam Copeland’s Rated R Superstar print, Kenny Omega’s ‘Flying High’ gold, and MJF’s plaid cashmere scarf. Available now! https://bit.ly/426EH5X AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Capt. Shawn Dean and Carlie Bravo bring the fight to AEW Unrestricted! The Infantry talk about winning the ROH World Six-Man Tag Titles with Shane Taylor, their tag team beginnings, and how Trish Adora became part of the squad. They share stories from matches against House of Black, FTR, and The Undisputed Kingdom, and Carlie opens up about his journey from the Marines to the professional wrestling. Plus, Shawn reveals his approach to leadership in the AEW locker room, and both guys answer a rapid-fire round of fun questions about dream opponents, fan signs, and more! The new AEW memorabilia launch from Upper Deck Authenticated features a lineup of standout autographed pieces – like Adam Copeland’s Rated R Superstar print, Kenny Omega’s ‘Flying High’ gold, and MJF’s plaid cashmere scarf. Available now! https://bit.ly/426EH5X AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All Out is this Saturday, September 20th live from the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington are breaking down the stacked card including the high-stakes AEW World Championship bout between Hangman Adam Page and Kyle Fletcher, the wild return of Eddie Kingston facing off against Big Bill, the dream team comeback of Adam Copeland & Christian Cage against FTR, Mercedes Mone defending the TBS Championship against Riho, and the hotly anticipated showdown between Mark Briscoe and MJF. Plus, Kris Statlander stops by to talk about her journey back to the AEW Women’s World Championship picture, her four-way title shot against Timeless Toni Storm, Jamie Hayter, and Tekla, and why 2025 has become her “reformation year”!  AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more. AEW Unrestricted video episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The “Inevitable” Ace Austin talks about making his AEW debut against Ricochet on Collision, how a decade of grinding on the indies prepared him for the big stage, and why joining AEW was the perfect next chapter. He shares stories from his early days training with the Wild Samoans, the crazy times at Wrestling REVOLVER, and the global experiences in AAA and New Japan Pro Wrestling that shape his style. Ace also opens up about joining Bullet Club, his longtime tag partner Chris Bey, and the moment he knew he was ready to bet on himself.   AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more. AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The “Toxic Spider” Thekla opens up about her journey from Vienna’s underground wrestling scene to five years in Japan with Ice Ribbon and Stardom, and how that shaped her in-ring style and character. She shares what it was like debuting in AEW this Spring, competing at Forbidden Door in London, and joining forces with Julia Hart and Skye Blue to form Triangle of Madness. Thekla also talks about designing her own gear, writing her entrance music, overcoming imposter syndrome, and why AEW has always been the dream! AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck Authenticated 2025 AEW Monumental. Each box contains three carefully hand-picked memorabilia pieces with the chance to win a VIP fan experience. Elevate your memorabilia collection and chase a variety of items from Adam Page, MJF, Kenny Omega, Sting, Toni Storm, Mercedes Moné, and many more!  https://bit.ly/45wlFGN AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

“Vanilla Baby” Blake Christian talks finding his lane in AEW, teaming with Lee Johnson as Swirl, seizing big opportunities vs Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay and Paragon (Roderick Strong & Kyle O’Reilly), and using ROH as his proving ground. He breaks down the viral “Vanilla Baby” moment that caught Tony Khan’s attention, the GCW heat that sharpened his character, the nursing-school detour that ultimately landed him at AEW, and even the wild karaoke performance during All In weekend instigated by Speedball Mike Bailey! Plus, Blake shares what NJPW's Best of Super Juniors taught him about pace and presence, and the match that made him think, “I belong here.” AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck Authenticated 2025 AEW Monumental. Unlock the thrill of discovering autographed memorabilia of elite wrestlers & champions. Each box contains three carefully hand-picked memorabilia pieces with the chance to win a VIP fan experience. Elevate your memorabilia collection and chase a variety of items from Adam Page, MJF, Kenny Omega, Sting, Toni Storm, Mercedes Moné, and many more!  https://bit.ly/45wlFGN AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AEW President, GM and Head of Creative, Tony Khan returns to preview Forbidden Door, taking place live at the O2 Arena in London this Sunday, August 24th! He’s breaking down the Lights Out Steel Cage Match featuring Golden Lovers (Kenny Omega and Kota Ibushi), Darby Allin, Hiroshi Tanahashi, and Will Ospreay vs. Death Riders (Claudio Castagnoli and Jon Moxley), The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson), and Gabe Kidd; current Unified Champion Okada defending against Swerve Strickland; The ROH Forever Women’s Champion challenging “Timeless” Toni Storm for the AEW Women’s World Championship; and Hiromu Takahashi answering TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher’s call for the best pound-for-pound New Japan has to offer! Plus, TK’s take on the AEW World Championship match between current champ “Hangman” Adam Page and MJF, and the highly-anticipated tag match between the reunited Adam Copeland and Christian Cage taking on The Matriarchy (Kip Sabian and Nick Wayne). AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck Authenticated 2025 AEW Monumental. Unlock the thrill of discovering autographed memorabilia of elite wrestlers & champions. Each box contains three carefully hand-picked memorabilia pieces with the chance to win a VIP fan experience. Elevate your memorabilia collection and chase a variety of items from Adam Page, MJF, Kenny Omega, Sting, Toni Storm, Mercedes Moné, and many more!  https://bit.ly/45wlFGN AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AEW referee Rick Knox shares incredible stories from his 28-year journey in professional wrestling. He talks about his indie wrestling roots in SoCal and his long history with The Young Bucks, his legendary run in PWG, and his most memorable moments in AEW including Sting’s unforgettable retirement match and filming BTE skits! Rick also shares behind-the-scenes stories from Anarchy in the Arena, the reality behind being AEW’s “tag team specialist” referee, and how a surprise contract offer from The Bucks changed his life forever. Plus, Rick explains referee bumps in AEW, and reveals why persistence and kindness are the secret ingredients behind his three decades in pro wrestling. AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more. AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Grizzled Young Vets, James Drake and Zack Gibson, are officially All Elite, and fresh off a plane from Europe (at the time of this recording)! The British tag team legends break down their explosive AEW debut against The Acclaimed, and share what it meant to perform at Wembley Stadium for All In alongside The Young Bucks and FTR. They talk about their chemistry as a duo, the origins of tagging together, their love for trios matches, and why they have Top Flight and Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara in their sights. Plus, GYV reveal their goals in AEW, how they’ve evolved since their early days on the UK indies, and why they're ready to take over the AEW tag division. AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more.   AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Melanie Coleman is the brilliantly talented AEW artist behind some of your favorite merch, prints, and promo pieces including the iconic “Last Supper” Don Callis Family artwork and that unforgettable Okada “BITCH” tee! Mel shares how she went from fan art to full-time contributor, what it was like being discovered during the pandemic, and how Don Callis, the AEW community, and a little unicorn magic forged her path straight to AEW. She opens up about her classical influences, her love of comic books and Saturday morning cartoons, and why wrestling and art were always meant to collide in her world. She shares stories behind her work with Bryan Danielson, Kris Statlander, Tay Melo, and Willow Nightingale. She speaks to her passion for spotlighting the women of AEW, and how the Heels community helped her find her tribe! AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more. AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

He’s a WCW legend, a martial arts master, and now one of AEW’s most beloved coaches! Glacier aka Ray Lloyd) joins to reflect on his iconic Mortal Kombat-inspired gimmick, the highs and lows of his WCW run, and what it was like debuting during the rise of the nWo. He also shares his excitement about Dustin Rhodes winning the TNT Championship at AEW All In Texas, emotional stories about his close friendship with the late, great Dusty Rhodes, the early days of the Nightmare Factory, and how his teaching background fuels his coaching style at AEW. He also reveals the passion and positivity that drives his work behind the scenes at AEW with talent like Anna Jay and Shane Taylor, how it’s been to build bond with the other coaches like Scotty 2 Hotty, Jerry Lynn and Luther, and the legacy Ray hopes to leave behind. Plus, he has stories about his acting career including his recent indie movie, The Unbreakable Bunch!   AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck!  Claim your free 2025 AEW ALL IN Digital Promo Card set from Upper Deck today! The set is only available until July 28 at 12pm Pacific. CLAIM HERE: https://bit.ly/4kUKqT2 AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s win or lose, we booze with The Frat House! Jacked Jameson and Cole Karter bring the party to AEW Unrestricted and share the story behind their tag team including tequila-fueled pledge parties, initiation rituals, and a merch game that’s popping off. They talk teaming with Griff Garrison and Preston Vance, facing Rhino in Detroit, and how comedy, charisma, and a lot of caffeine shaped Jameson’s evolution in AEW. Plus, find out why Dr. Luther, Billy Gunn, and QT Marshall are the ultimate blend of influences behind the Jacked persona.   AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck!  Claim your free 2025 AEW ALL IN Digital Promo Card set from Upper Deck today! The set is only available until July 28 at 12pm Pacific. CLAIM HERE: https://bit.ly/4kUKqT2   AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington are breaking down one of the most stacked AEW cards in history as All In Texas storms Globe Life Field this Saturday July 12th! They’re covering every match from the highly anticipated Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada Unified Championship showdown, to the explosive Texas Death Match between current AEW World Champion Jon Moxley and Hangman Adam Page. Plus, they preview the Women’s and Men’s Casino Gauntlets, the fate-changing tag team triple threat between The Hurt Syndicate, The Patriarchy, and Jet Speed, and the high-stakes bout between The Young Bucks and Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay with EVP titles and no World Championship shot for one year on the line! AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck!  Claim your free 2025 AEW ALL IN Digital Promo Card set from Upper Deck today! The set is only available until July 28 at 12pm Pacific. CLAIM HERE: https://bit.ly/4kUKqT2 AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

AEW referee Brandon Martinez shares his incredible journey from law enforcement to the AEW ring! He talks about the leap of faith that took him from the streets of Newark, New Jersey to training at WrestlePro, and how a last-minute opportunity with ROH changed ultimately changed his life. Brandon details his unforgettable main-card debut officiating Mercedes Moné vs. Stephanie Vaquer at Forbidden Door 2024, and the torn labrum he suffered later that year during Mansoor vs. Atlantis Jr at ROH Final Battle. He opens up about the physical and mental toll of the injury, his road back to AEW, and the emotional return at Double or Nothing 2025. Plus, Brandon shouts out the referees and wrestlers who’ve helped him grow, including FTR, Danny Garcia, and his mentor Aubrey Edwards. AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck!  Claim your free 2025 AEW ALL IN Digital Promo Card set from Upper Deck today! The set is only available until July 28 at 12pm Pacific. CLAIM HERE: https://bit.ly/4kUKqT2   AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Josh Alexander is finally All Elite, and he’s bringing the headgear and the heat to AEW Unrestricted! The “Walking Weapon” talks about his surprise Wild Card debut against Hangman Adam Page, his chaotic 14-man tag match at Grand Slam Mexico, and how it differed from the first time he wrestled in Mexico! He explains why teaming up with Don Callis and joining his family is a great move for him at AEW, and what it meant to hear that AEW crowd pop for him. He also discusses working with Scott D’Amore, his deep connection to Canadian wrestling, and how a cauliflower ear led to his iconic headgear. Plus, Josh reveals why Chris Jericho, Kenny Omega, and Swerve Strickland are on the top of his AEW dream match list!   AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck!  Claim your free 2025 AEW ALL IN Digital Promo Card set from Upper Deck today! The set is only available until July 28 at 12pm Pacific. CLAIM HERE: https://bit.ly/4kUKqT2   AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Red Velvet is back on AEW Unrestricted with the gold in hand and plenty to say! The reigning ROH Women’s World Television Champion gets real about her road to the title – from grueling battles with Sandra Moone, Leila Grey, and Queen Aminata to that brutal Street Fight with Diamanté and her emotional win over Billie Starkz. She opens up about the injuries that nearly sidelined her for good, the comeback that redefined her, and why she’s more fired up than ever!   AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Enter the Win your way to AEW All In Sweepstakes -  https://bit.ly/4kFCWDY. 5 lucky winners will win 2 tickets each to All In: Texas! Contest ends TODAY June 19th at 9am Pacific and winners will be chosen at random!   AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick Wayne discusses his journey from signing with AEW at 16 to becoming the youngest participant in NJPW’s Best of the Super Juniors. He shares details about his AEW debut, working alongside Christian Cage and Mother Wayne in The Patriarchy, and turning on longtime mentor Darby Allin. Nick also reflects on honoring his father’s legacy and bleeding in the now-infamous vignette that aired ahead of his AEW debut against Swerve Strickland. Plus, he talks about his current run as ROH World Television Champion and what it means to hold that title at just 19 years old.   AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Enter the "Win your way to AEW All In Sweepstakes" - https://bit.ly/4kFCWDY. 5 lucky winners will win 2 tickets each to All In: Texas! Contest ends June 19th at 9am Pacific and winners will be chosen at random!   AEW Unrestricted video episodes available Mondays at 1pm Pacific on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlistlist=PLJ4e4Lb87XTzETPZyj7nZoJ4xPBjKdzgy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

QT Marshall wears A LOT of hats in AEW – mentor, wrestler, Vice President of Show and Creative Coordination – and he’s back to talk about all of it. From orchestrating the viral Full Gear match featuring Big Boom AJ & Big Justice, to stepping away from AEW in 2023 and returning revitalized, QT pulls the curtain back on his real-life wrestling journey. He opens up about burnout, bodybuilding, and being the glue behind the scenes at AEW. Plus, hear the story behind the rise of Harley Cameron, how social media built a pay-per-view moment, and why QT’s still lacing up his boots every weekend. AEW Unrestricted is sponsored by Upper Deck. Get closer to the ring than ever before. Unwrap your favorite AEW wrestling trading cards and build your collection today! Visit https://UpperDeck.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices