On this Eyes Up Here Flashback, Francine rewinds the clock for a classic sit-down with The Franchise Shane Douglas. In this candid conversation, Shane reflects on his unforgettable run in ECW, shares his thoughts on WWE and AEW today, and gives an inside look at his current projects — plus what’s next for one of wrestling’s most outspoken legends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week’s all-new episode of Eyes Up Here, Francine tackles the firestorm surrounding WWE’s controversial decision to host WrestleMania 43 in Saudi Arabia and the intense fan backlash it has sparked across the wrestling world. We also share a health update on Jerry “The King” Lawler, break down the latest news on Andrade’s status in WWE, and discuss the surprising developments with the ESPN/WWE archive project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Eyes Up Here FLASHBACK, Francine sits down with the last ECW Champion, Rhino! 🦏 The “Man Beast” looks back on his wildest ECW memories, unforgettable moments in the ring, and the secret behind his incredible longevity in pro wrestling. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Francine is back with an ALL NEW episode of Eyes Up Here! This week, the Queen of Extreme and Chad dive into the shocking news of former WWE Divas Champion AJ Lee’s return to the wrestling world this past Friday night on Smackdown. But that’s not all — we also tackle the bizarre online comments made by Matt Riddle, including his surprising mentions of CM Punk, AJ Lee, and the UK indy promotion he claims falsely accused him of a no-show. As always, expect unfiltered takes, wild stories, and plenty of laughs along the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Queen of Extreme welcomes a true ECW legend and his family to Eyes Up Here! This week, Francine and Chad are joined by The Sandman and his son Tyler to relive some of the wildest and most emotional memories from ECW. From iconic storylines to behind-the-scenes chaos, nothing is off limits as the Sandman and Tyler share their perspectives on being part of wrestling’s most extreme era. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Step back into ECW history with this special Eyes Up Here watch-along! Francine and Chad revisit the unforgettable clash between Shane Douglas (with Francine) and Tommy Dreamer (with Beulah McGillicutty) from Terry Funk’s WrestleFest: 50th Anniversary Show. Relive one of the most memorable nights in hardcore wrestling history, with behind-the-scenes insight, stories you won’t hear anywhere else, and Francine’s firsthand perspective from ringside.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week’s Eyes Up Here with Francine, we dive into the latest update on the wild Raja Jackson/Syko Stu situation, including fresh comments from the wrestler who stepped in to break up the melee. Francine and Chad also react to Becky Lynch’s controversial promo on RAW that didn’t sit well with Kelly Osbourne that had everyone talking Plus, we cover Vince McMahon’s milestone birthday bash and the surprising list of party guests. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Eyes Up Here with Francine: chaos erupts as Raja Jackson’s shocking shoot attack on Syko Stu at a Knox Pro event goes viral across social media. Plus, why did WWE have to reshoot a Logan Paul/John Cena segment on SmackDown? Francine and Chad break it all down.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Eyes Up Here with Francine, it’s all about ECW past and present! Francine and Chad break down Paul Heyman’s controversial RAW promo that stirred up the internet, plus the wild rumors of a resurrected ECW pay-per-view. The Queen of Extreme also weighs in on AEW borrowing ECW-inspired flavor for their upcoming residency at the historic 2300 Arena. And in one of our most heated moments yet, Francine and Chad clash on-air over WWE’s handling of Naomi’s shocking pregnancy reveal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this week’s Eyes Up Here with Francine, "The Queen of Extreme" and Chad dive into the shocking rumor that WWE could be buying TNA — and what that might mean for a new war with AEW. They also tackle the whispers surrounding Women’s Champion Naomi and a possible pregnancy that could shake up the division. And if that wasn’t enough, paparazzi photos of Triple H and Stephanie McMahon’s vacation leak online — but instead of love, the internet fired back with harsh criticism. From backstage business bombshells to personal scandals, Francine has plenty to say in this can’t-miss episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Eyes Up Here, Francine dives into the latest wrestling headlines, breaking down Bret Hart’s SummerSlam snub and whether his complaints are justified, Vince McMahon’s resurfacing on a Hulk Hogan special with pointed commentary on WWE’s creative following Hulk’s passing, and Nikki Bella’s bold move cutting off “prom poses” with fans at a meet and greet, which sparked online backlash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
"This week on Eyes Up Here, The Queen of Extreme, Francine, steps into Netflix’s world of WWE Unreal. As a lifelong fan AND a veteran of the business, Francine shares why the series had her hooked from the first episode — but also why certain moments left her shaking her head. From the behind-the-scenes drama that felt all too real, to the storylines that might’ve been a little too scripted, Francine breaks down what works, what doesn’t, and what it all means for wrestling fans today. Whether you loved Unreal, hated it, or haven’t watched yet, this is one conversation you won’t want to miss."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
FLASHBACK EPISODE: Vince Russo returns to Eyes Up Here in this unforgettable iHeartRadio installment — reairing for the first time in over three years! The former WWE Head Writer holds nothing back as he shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time working side-by-side with Vince McMahon and reveals how his ideas helped shape the iconic Attitude Era. Russo also weighs in on what’s gone wrong with today’s wrestling and what he believes could turn it all around.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
🔥 It’s the Eyes Up Here SummerSlam 2025 Review Show — and Francine and Chad are breaking it all down! Was it a SummerSlam… or a total SummerSham? They’re talking surprises, stumbles, and all the celebrity appearances. Did they add to the show or make a mockery of the business? Plus: Cody Rhodes and John Cena had a lot to prove after WrestleMania — did they finally silence the critics?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rewind with Eyes Up Here as "The Queen of Extreme" tackles some of the biggest stories in wrestling at the time — from the polarizing debut of The Wyatt Sicks to Joe Hendry's buzzworthy NXT crossover. 🎥 Want the full video version? Join Francine’s YouTube channel for just $5.99/month:👉 youtube.com/channel/UCvDjOEnQxJ5wvwy6HQrVeaA/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Francine and Chad are back breaking down TNA’s biggest event to date — Slammiversary 2025! From standout matches to major missteps, they dive deep into what worked, what didn’t, and whether TNA is finding its own identity… or just mimicking WWE. Plus, the buzz around a legendary tag team reunion and what it could mean for the company’s future. Is the crossover magic or a mess? We’re covering it all — no punches pulled.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Francine is back with an ALL NEW episode of Eyes Up Here, and she NEEDS to give her take on WWE’s 2025 Evolution Premium Live Event! But she’s not alone—Chad’s in the mix too, and let’s just say they are not on the same page. One of them loved it, one of them… definitely didn’t. Who’s who? You’ll have to listen to find out. From heated debates to hilarious moments, this episode has it all!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Eyes Up Here vault! The Queen of Extreme sits down with former ROH World Champion Matt Taven for a no-filter conversation on life in wrestling, wild fan interactions, and what keeps him motivated in and out of the ring. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Eyes Up Here vault! In this flashback episode, Francine revisits some of the wildest headlines and conversations from the world of wrestling and beyond. She talks about the bizarre moment Kevin Nash’s name came up during the Depp vs. Heard trial, breaks down uncomfortable fan interactions with female wrestlers at meet and greets, and reacts to the social media heat aimed at Mickie James, with some fans demanding she speak out. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this Eyes Up Here Flashback episode, Francine takes us back to one of the wildest international experiences of her career—FMW’s 20th Anniversary Show in Japan. She was ringside for a high-stakes main event as Raven & Tommy Dreamer teamed up to face Tetsuhiro Kuroda & Hisakatsu Oya for the WEW World Tag Team Championships. From navigating culture shock to soaking in the energy of the FMW crowd, Francine shares behind-the-scenes memories, what it was like representing ECW overseas, and how this match became a highlight of her post-ECW run. If you love wrestling history with an extreme edge, you’ll love this one.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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