Squared Circle Podcast

https://patreon.com/marieshadowsHey friends,Today, I want to break down the Super Junior Tag League 2025 with you—every team, every potential story, and the bigger picture of where New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) is right now. We’re going to talk about everything: from Hiromu and Gato’s wild mismatched team to the missed opportunities with AEW and other promotions.First off, the tag teams:Hiromu and Gato: Honestly, this is one of the strangest pairings in NJPW history. I love what both do in the ring, but I just can’t take them seriously as a team. That said, they’re the sleeper team to watch. Don’t be surprised if they steal a few moments of the show.Ichiban Sweet Boys – Robbie Eagles and Kosei Fujita: Returning champions, last year’s winners. They’re going to be dominant, fun to watch, and could carry most of the tournament’s spotlight. Robbie and Kosei always amplify the energy.Bullet Club War Dogs – Taiji Ishimori and Robbie X: Taiji is solid as ever. Robbie X? I feel he tries too hard with flashy moves that sometimes look cartoonish. Still, as a duo, they’ll likely steal the show in the Tag League.El Desperado and Kukai: Debuting team with strong chemistry. El Desperado consistently picks quality partners, so this is one to keep an eye on.Tiger Mask and Yamato: Another debut pairing. Tiger Mask is heading into retirement, so this could be a fun send-off, though I’m not expecting them to win.Kushida and Yuki Yoshioka: Debuting as well. Kushida is incredible, but I don’t see this team advancing far.House of Torture – Yoshinobu Kanemaru and Dick Togo: Expect chaos. Anything can happen here, and shenanigans will be guaranteed.IWGP Junior Tag Champs – Doki and Sho: These veterans always have tricks up their sleeves.Beyond the matches themselves, I want to talk about the bigger picture of NJPW:We need fresh storytelling. Repeating the same faces over and over is stifling. The Super Junior Tag League could have been an opportunity to bring in new teams from All Japan, Pro Wrestling NOAH, TNA, and even AEW. Instead, we’re seeing missed opportunities for collaboration and growth.The AEW partnership is not serving NJPW well. Wrestlers aren’t being utilized to maximize storylines, and money is being left on the table. For example, Jack Perry as a potential House of Torture member could’ve been huge for Super Junior, but it never materialized.The Dojo system is still strong, but it’s no longer clear who the “next big stars” are. NJPW used to cultivate talent visibly and create a sense of legacy. That clarity is gone, and it affects fan engagement.NJPW must start building slowly, branching out, and taking control back. Partnerships are fine, but they shouldn’t dictate who wins titles or who represents NJPW.Constructive criticism is key here. I love NJPW, and I will continue to use my voice to advocate for story growth, collaboration, and giving fans the chance to see new talent thrive. Blind positivity doesn’t help anyone; we need balance—acknowledging flaws while celebrating strengths.I want to hear from you: how excited are you for the Super Junior Tag League 2025? Which teams do you think will shine? Let’s keep this conversation thoughtful, honest, and constructive.Thanks for reading, engaging, and helping me keep independent wrestling commentary alive.

https://patreon.com/marieshadowsHey friends,Let’s get into it. I need to be honest: right now, Konosuke is not my IWGP World Heavyweight Champion, and it’s not just about him. There’s a bigger picture here—how NJPW operates, how talent is booked, and how the prestige of the belt has been handled.Konosuke is strong, can hit hard, and he knows how to get a reaction. He can point at the hard cam, call himself the alpha, and fans will respond—but fans don’t always know why they like him. They see power moves, muscles, and flashes of “charisma,” and that’s enough for them to cheer. But that’s shallow. Being a champion isn’t just about looking cool or generating hype; it’s about storytelling, psychology, and committing to the company and its audience.Right now, Konosuke’s matches are mediocre at best. He relies on power moves, strikes, and big spots, but he no-sells, doesn’t work psychology, and doesn’t evolve over time. He claims he wants to “enhance the value of professional wrestling through battles” and show unprecedented fights—but we’ve seen it before. He’s doing the same things, and there’s no improvement. It’s not being an antagonist to stay stubborn; it’s just being stuck in your ways.Fans on the fence want to see growth, want to become fans because they can watch someone improve, adapt, and become a complete wrestler. Konosuke has time to do this, but right now he’s just doing the same stuff with no nuance or selling. That’s why he’s not my champion.Let’s talk about the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship itself. This is supposed to be the pinnacle of professional wrestling, and historically, it’s earned respect through commitment and storytelling. Moxley tried to carry it; it failed because he didn’t have that commitment. Zack Sabre Jr. held it; he’s technical, committed, and embodies the craft. But Konosuke? He wants to take the belt everywhere globally, which is fine—but it can’t replace commitment to NJPW and its fans.The cheers and boos he gets in Japan are not endorsements of greatness—they’re reactions to the system. NJPW relies on ticket sales, attendance, and fan engagement across the Japanese tour circuit. A champion who isn’t committed to the company undermines that structure, and the numbers reflect it. If your IWGP Champion isn’t fully present, the whole ecosystem suffers.It’s not just about Konosuke. Finlay is one example of a proven wrestler who gets overlooked despite delivering quality matches and having the skill to hold the title. Goto is another—he had the chance to elevate the belt globally, but NJPW’s booking and media priorities sidelined him. The choices to put the belt on someone who hasn’t earned it on a deeper level have real consequences for the promotion, its storylines, and its fans.Evil is a case study in contrast: committed, company-minded, proven over time. If he had won the G1, the title would have been in the hands of someone who understands what it means to carry it responsibly. Konosuke? Not yet. He has flashes of potential, but the foundation isn’t there.This all comes back to commitment. AEW, NJPW, and the global wrestling ecosystem are very different. You can make money and hype elsewhere, but the IWGP World Heavyweight Championship requires allegiance, storytelling, and respect for history. Being flashy isn’t enough.Konosuke can still change and earn it. There’s room for improvement—selling, psychology, pacing, character work—but right now, he’s just powerful, loud, and inconsistent. That’s why he’s not my champion, and why fans, myself included, are hesitant to call him a legitimate IWGP World Heavyweight Champion.Fans, this is your space to weigh in. Tell me:Can Konosuke evolve into a true champion?Should NJPW reconsider how titles are awarded in AEW crossovers?How do you feel about Finlay and other overlooked talent?We need discussion that goes beyond the hype, beyond the AEW spotlight, and really examines what makes wrestling meaningful.

Can we make honesty great again?This isn’t a slogan or some political tagline. It’s a real question — one that’s been sitting heavy with me lately. After six years of doing The Square Circle Podcast, I’ve seen a lot — in wrestling, online spaces, and life itself. I’ve seen how fast people throw away their morals, how quick they are to scream about decency while showing none.This episode — this post — is my honest reflection on where I’ve been, what I’ve learned, and where we’re headed next.🎙️ The Square Circle Podcast: From Ring Talk to Real TalkWhen I first started, it was all about wrestling — the matches, the stories, the industry. I loved breaking down the art of it, calling out the fake outrages, the hypocrisy in fandoms, and the way the industry handles talent.But over time, something shifted. Wrestling stopped being the only story. The world around it started bleeding in — morality, outrage culture, freedom of speech, how social media manipulates what we see and feel.That’s why this episode feels different. I’m not just talking about wrestling — I’m talking about us.⚖️ The Moral Shift — And What We’ve LostLet’s be real: the morality of online culture has dropped off a cliff.People preach empathy and decency until it no longer fits their narrative. Then it’s open season — no compassion, no context, no respect. That’s what’s been breaking my heart about social media and even the wrestling community.We’ve lost the art of nuance. We’ve lost the ability to just have a conversation without needing to “win.”So when I say make honesty great again, I mean bringing that back — being real without being cruel.💭 Discord Notes — My Unfiltered SpaceThis is why I created Discord Notes. It’s the sidecast that lets me be freer, rawer, and more open.On Discord Notes, I talk about everything — culture, politics, burnout, authenticity, and yes, wrestling when it ties into real life. It’s where I process the world outside the ring.And I moved it all to Patreon because I want everything in one space — away from the noise, away from algorithms, and closer to the people who genuinely care about the conversation.I’m not chasing numbers. I’m chasing honesty.🌱 Looking Forward — The Future of The Square Circle PodcastSix years in, I’m proud of the growth — the good, the bad, the fiery. I’m grateful for everyone who’s supported me, challenged me, and believed in this space for real talk.Moving forward, I’m centralizing everything:🎧 The Square Circle Podcast → still wrestling-based, still storytelling.💬 Discord Notes → unfiltered conversations exclusive to Patreon.🎥 More live streams → right on Patreon and YouTube.🛍️ New merch → over at Fourth Wall.🗣️ Group chat → no more Discord servers, just real conversations.I’m embracing the imperfections — because that’s where the truth lives.💝 Join the ConversationIf you’re tired of performative outrage… if you still believe in decency, in nuance, and in seeing both sides of a story — this community is for you.Thank you for six years of conversations, disagreements, laughter, and growth. Here’s to the next chapter — and to making honesty great again. 💫You can follow everything I do here:👉 patreon.com/marieshadows

Welcome to the Squared Cirlce Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows!***Please visit the following:https://patreon.com/marieshadowshttps://campsite.bio/marieshadows***Wrestling legend Mick Foley addressed an open letter to the President, warning about societal chaos, terrorism, and fear. But does his message capture the realities Americans face every day? In this video, Marie Shadows breaks down the letter, providing context, nuance, and a perspective that emphasizes personal agency and real-world understanding.Key Points Covered:Leadership is a networked effort, not a solo act – “The president… is a face for what happens… it is his team that gets everything done.” (00:36:38)Separating fear from reality – Foley’s claims of absolute power and societal collapse are unpacked. (00:35:50)Immigration & choice – Legal immigrants vs. undocumented workers, and the real challenges of employment and opportunity. (00:55:17)Media perspective matters – Why relying on a single source can distort understanding. “Ground News… shows how headlines are made and how propaganda is shaped.” (00:51:17)Chaos does not equal progress – True progress comes from action, effort, and informed decision-making. (00:45:04)

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows! ***Support the brand and channel:https://patreon.com/marieshadowshttps://campsite.bio/marieshadows***In this episode of the Square Circle Podcast, we dive into the latest development in the Raja Jackson case. Raja, son of former UFC champion Rampage Jackson, recently pled not guilty to felony and misdemeanor battery charges, despite clear video evidence of the incident.I explain why this decision might not be in his best interest:Everything was live streamed, leaving little room for doubt.A guilty plea could have led to a reduced sentence and possible therapy, which he clearly needs.Streaming culture and “chat hoppers” may have contributed to the incident, but they do not absolve his responsibility.We also touch on the wider context: the indie wrestling scene, fan interactions, and the challenges of navigating social media while live streaming. Finally, I weigh in on California’s legal system and what Raja might face moving forward.📅 Raja Jackson is due back in court on November 24th, 2025, for a preliminary hearing.I want to hear your thoughts: should Raja have pled guilty? Do you think he will serve the full seven years if convicted? Leave your thoughts in the comments, and let’s keep the discussion civil and thoughtful.

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows!***Check this out - https://patreon.com/marieshadows***In this episode, Marie Shadows and Dose Evil review MLW Slaughterhouse 2025 — the barbed wire, the electric chair, the tequila, and the tombstones. From the chaotic Chamber of Horrors to Shotzi’s horror show debut, this review balances comedy, critique, and passion for independent wrestling.Timestamps00:00 — Intro: Marie’s cold and Dose’s dwarf jokes 😂02:00 — Opening Cage Match: “Chamber of Horrors” Breakdown05:00 — Mr. Thomas’ rise and MLW’s booking puzzle07:00 — Face vs. Heel confusion — who’s who in MLW?12:00 — The Shotzi Segment: “The Graveyard Shift” debuts14:30 — Priscilla Kelly returns — Hellfire vs. Halloween18:00 — Don Gatto’s tequila chaos & Kwon’s revenge23:00 — Podcast crossover dreams & Halloween talk28:00 — The Opera Cup Begins: Star Jr. vs Volador Jr.34:00 — Kojima vs. Bishop Dyer — the big man clash40:00 — The MLW tombstones and Marie’s refusal to be buried42:00 — Reflections: indie wrestling, fan connections, and future hopes

In the latest installment of Discord Notes, I opened up about more than just wrestling. Volume 7 is about building strong foundations — whether in conversations, communities, or creative platforms. It’s also about being honest: with myself, with you, and with the content I create.For years, creators have been told to avoid politics and religion. I broke that rule in this episode. Why? Because culture itself is inseparable from both — and avoiding uncomfortable conversations only weakens our foundation.Key Themes from Volume 7Patreon Relaunch: After experimenting with Fourthwall, I relaunched Patreon on September 9th, 2025. Fourthwall stays as my merch home (with fully original designs), but Patreon is now the hub for community, group chats, and deeper conversations.Cancel Culture & Free Speech: From Gail Kim vs. Riho to hateful comments on my Raja Jackson video, I highlight how we’ve confused opinions with facts — and how online discourse has lost the ability to find common ground.Foundations Matter: I use the metaphor of building blocks to explain why obsessing over “chipped blocks” (small issues) prevents us from building strong structures in culture, wrestling, and community.Wrestling Meets Culture: Saudi Arabia is buying influence — WrestleMania, Royal Rumble, and now EA. WWE continues its global growth, while AEW stagnates, and NJPW is suffocating under outdated traditions.Breaking My Own Rules: I reflect on faith, being raised Catholic, and the phrase “walk by faith, not by sight.” I argue that growth requires discomfort — and conversations about religion, politics, and culture can’t be ignored anymore.Why This MattersWrestling isn’t just about matches — it’s a mirror of culture. Discord Notes is my space to unpack those intersections without the algorithm dictating what gets heard. Patreon allows me to have unfiltered conversations with you — free of censorship, rage-bait, and corporate control.As I said in the episode: “Discord Notes Volume 7 is all about trying to find a really firm foundation in the things that we should talk about… not in a way that’s preachy, but in a way where we can grow.”Please note: future Discord Notes will be on Patreon. I will keep this as wrestling. Stuff will be moving around.https://patreon.com/marieshadows

Marie Shadows and Dos Evil review MLW Fury Road 2025, unpacking wild trios matches, Opera Cup intrigue, indie standouts like Shotzi, and unforgettable promos.Timestamps:00:00 – Welcome & Marie’s fiery intro00:01:15 – MLW’s new “We Choose Violence” tagline & Texas crowd reaction00:02:45 – Pirate trios match: Blue Panther’s technical mastery vs. awkward finish00:17:30 – Paul London vs. Akamura: Kojima steals the spotlight with bagels00:27:45 – Volador Jr. vs. Teton: Mask pull finish draws major heat00:31:10 – Alex Hammerstone promo: “That crackhead Riddle” & MLW takeover plans00:36:08 – Mads Krueger’s dark ambush & “Hail Contra” sign-off00:37:43 – Shotzi vs. Alejandra Quintanilla: pacing issues but indie magic00:42:30 – Closing thoughts: MLW’s balance of legends, chaos, and indie starsSupport:https://patreon.com/marieshadows - I'm creating conversations in wrestling and culture - extended and other thoughts podcasts and showshttps://campsite.bio/marieshadowshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/got-presents-the-gospel-of-thomas-doug-the-epic-malo/id1562434265?i=1000729121093

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows!***Support the brand further:https://patreon.com/marieshadows - all other topics besides wrestling such as culture, life, advice, free speechhttps://buymeacoffee.com/marieshadows - donations if you found this ep valuablehttps://campsite.bio/marieshadows - all links***In this episode of the Square Circle Podcast, Marie Shadows breaks down the shocking arrest—and near-instant release—of Raja Jackson on felony battery charges. What should have been a moment of accountability became a case study in how money bends the system, how parents blur the line between love and enabling, and how social media culture fuels real-world violence.Marie dismantles the lazy “white money” narrative by showing how Rampage Jackson—himself a wealthy Black MMA fighter—used $50,000 in cash to secure his son’s release. She challenges listeners to look beyond race to the deeper forces of resources, character, and responsibility, while also examining the role of livestreaming, toxic chats, and the need for therapy and healing in an age of constant online escalation.Time Stamps0:00 – Intro: “How can good news turn into a what the fuck?”1:30 – Podcast milestones, Patreon & merch announcements5:00 – Setting the stage: Raja Jackson’s arrest and near-instant bail10:00 – Breaking the myth of “white money” privilege16:00 – Rampage’s $50,000 decision and the hypocrisy of parenting vs. discipline22:00 – Streaming platforms, Kick culture, and how live chats fuel violence29:00 – Therapy, trauma, and why punishment alone won’t fix this35:00 – Broader warning: when creators can’t self-regulate, government will42:00 – Final thoughts: money stays green, character decides everything

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows***Support: https://campsite.com/marieshadowshttps://patreon.com/marieshadowshttps://open.spotify.com/show/5nGoROIAggUjr04rAQkKfR?si=7a6958d00f2940f4***This episode isn’t gossip. It’s a case study in how love, anger, and performance collide until nobody knows where the act ends and the damage begins. Using the Masha Slamovich–Akira situation as a lens, we break down the patterns that trap people in toxic cycles—both in relationships and in industries that profit from chaos.Big Idea 1: The Cycle of Toxic LoveRelationships don’t start toxic—they start with care, attention, and the promise that someone sees you. But when affection escalates into humiliation, apology, and repetition, love itself becomes a weapon.Affection That Feels Safe at First: “Because I care about you.” What should be comfort becomes a plea: please don’t hurt me again.Words as Weapons: “Now you can love the memory of me.” Poetry as a tether, keeping a victim tied to pain.Devotion Turned Against You: “Once again, my love doesn’t come with an asterisk.” Unconditional love can become leverage.Identity Attacks: “You’re femme as f* and I’m not gay.” Humiliation disguised as honesty cuts deeper than fists.Big Idea 2: Abuse Isn’t Always PhysicalNot all damage leaves a bruise. Emotional abuse can linger for years and is often invisible.Invisible Scars: Words like “you’ll never be enough” echo long after a busted lip heals.Silence Feeds the Cycle: Unsounded protests allow the pattern to repeat.Love as a Trap: Staying out of hope that love will “win” can keep someone trapped.Abuse Has No Gender: Men can be victims. Women can be abusers. No stereotype protects anyone.Big Idea 3: Wrestling Culture Makes It WorseThis is bigger than two people. Wrestling rewards chaos and blurs lines between performance and personal boundaries.Brutal Schedules and Frayed Tempers: Exhaustion makes patience harder, and abuse more likely.“Work the Gimmick” = Blur the Line: Selling intimacy as a job makes it easy to forget where the act ends.Public Pain as Content: Online outrage consumes real suffering for clicks.The Pop Isn’t Worth Your Soul: No angle, booking, or cheer is worth living in fear.Big Idea 4: Lessons We Have to CarryThis story is a mirror for every relationship and community that confuses passion with pain.Anger Is Not Love: Hitting, throwing, or humiliating is control, not passion.Communication Saves Lives: Speak up. Step away. Break the cycle with conversation.Love Yourself Enough to Leave: Walking away isn’t weakness—it’s survival.Truth Over Gossip: Talk about hard things without turning pain into entertainment.Three Smaller but Crucial IdeasPerformance Isn’t Consent: A crowd pop doesn’t erase personal boundaries.Algorithms Thrive on Suffering: Outrage and pain get clicks; popularity doesn’t equal truth.Healing Requires Accountability: No one is a cartoon villain. Acknowledging harm is step one.Final ThoughtThe Masha–Akira story isn’t about picking sides. It’s about recognizing patterns before they trap us, refusing to mistake chaos for love, and remembering that no pop, storyline, or relationship is worth your soul.Time Stamp00:00 – Intro, context, and my personal disclaimers.03:00 – My brief interactions with Masha & Akira in the wrestling scene.08:00 – The first text message exchange—what it reveals about anger and control.17:00 – Overstimulation, bad matches, and misplaced frustration.28:00 – Physical abuse and the pictures of injuries.35:00 – Weaponizing sex and status in a toxic relationship.41:00 – Why communication matters more than winning an argument.47:00 – The breakup texts and what they teach us about self-awareness.50:00 – My call for accountability and healthier outlets for anger.

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows!In this episode of the Square Circle Podcast, Marie Shadows dives deep into WWE’s WrestleMania 43 announcement for Saudi Arabia. She calls out the hypocrisy of wrestling activists, defends freedom of speech as the bedrock of her platform, and highlights why wrestling needs to be experienced worldwide. From ticket price outrage to the debate over Saudi women wrestling, Marie doesn’t shy away from uncomfortable truths — instead, she offers perspective, solutions, and a challenge: stop the performative activism and start doing the real work.Wrestling belongs to the world, not just the loudest voices online. And if you value honest conversations that don’t shy away from the messy parts of wrestling, politics, or life, I invite you to join me over on Patreon - https://patreon.com/marieshadowsThat’s where I share Discord Notes, Tape Study, and Crossroads interviews and editorials — content that dives deeper than what you’ll find here. Patreon is also where we can build community, exchange ideas, and have conversations that actually matter. Wrestling talk stays free right here, but if you want the full picture — join me on Patreon. The door is always open.Timestamps00:00 – 02:00 Gratitude to listeners + free speech foundation02:00 – 07:00 Wrestling activism & Twitter outrage07:00 – 13:00 WWE’s Saudi Arabia partnership explained13:00 – 19:00 Sports washing, identity politics, and double standards19:00 – 25:00 Women wrestling in Saudi vs. OnlyFans hypocrisy25:00 – 33:00 Positive impacts of WrestleMania in Saudi33:00 – 39:00 Indie promotions’ opportunity during Saudi WrestleMania week39:00 – 47:00 WWE ticket price inflation & TKO’s strategy47:00 – 51:00 Patreon, Discord Notes Vol. 7, and community-building

Discord Notes Vol. 6 is raw, unfiltered, and deeply personal. I process Charlie Kirk’s death, unpack what “walking by faith, not by sight” finally means to me, and connect it all to wrestling, content creation, and free speech. This isn’t about politics — it’s about values, voice, and standing firm when mobs try to silence you. If you’ve ever struggled with speaking your truth online, this one’s for you.Last freebie for Discord Notes! Support this project over at Patreon! https://patreon.com/marieshadowsTimestamps & Mini-Summaries00:00 – 02:00 – Opening: “I am Charlie Kirk in spirit.” Setting the tone of faith and free speech.02:00 – 06:00 – Processing Charlie’s death, celebrating life, and the dangers of silencing voices.06:00 – 11:00 – Wrestling Twitter as a political battlefield. Mob mentality vs. conversation.11:00 – 16:00 – “Walk by faith, not by sight” finally clicks. Awakening through global tributes.16:00 – 22:00 – Content battles: losing followers, political accusations, and staying authentic.22:00 – 30:00 – Wrestling controversies (Sarah Logan vs. Max the Impaler, Eddie Kingston vs. Sammy).30:00 – 38:00 – AEW, NJPW, equality debates, and feminism in wrestling.38:00 – 46:00 – America’s imperfection, unity vs. division, why I value men in wrestling history.46:00 – 51:00 – Faith, community, and the Holy Spirit in tragedy.51:00 – end – The call to action: build your own tribe, stand on convictions, protect free speech.

On this episode of the Square Circle Podcast, we dive deep into MLW Fightland 2025 with co-host Dos Evil. From the big-man lucha clash between Esfinge and Último Guerrero to the disappointing Zandokan/Blue Panther Jr. bout, we break down the Opera Cup matches. We also cover Hammerstone’s evolving character alongside MJF, the MLW Featherweight title defense by Shoko Nakajima, and the Texas Death Match where Hammerstone fully embraced his darker side against Matthew Justice. Plus, we talk Don Gatto’s mysterious reveal, MLW’s creative choices, and upcoming events like Fury Road, Slaughterhouse, and Lucha de los Muertes.Timestamps00:00 – Intro & MLW Fightland overview00:35 – Opera Cup: Esfinge vs. Último Guerrero06:00 – Blue Panther Jr. vs. Zandokan Jr. critique12:00 – MJF & Hammerstone backstage promo22:00 – MLW Featherweight Title: Shoko vs. Yuki30:00 – Don Gatto segment with Cesar & Salina34:00 – Hammerstone vs. Matthew Justice Texas Death Match41:00 – Upcoming MLW schedule (Fury Road, Slaughterhouse, Lucha de los Muertes)44:30 – Final thoughtsPlease support me here:https://campsite.bio/marieshadowshttps://patreon.com/marieshadowshttps://substack.com/marieshadowshttps://marieshadows-shop.fourthwall.comhttps://rumble.com/marieshadows

This ain’t clickbait. This is me, Marie Shadows, talking straight from the heart about wrestling, music, and life without Twitter breathing down my neck.Inside this episode:🥊 Wrestling Community Truths: why so many “friendships” fall apart and what I’ve learned about people only being in your life for a season.🎶 Music That Inspires: Hardy flipping the “psycho” trope, Warren Zeiders dropping “Only Bible,” Chase McDaniel leveling up — and why country music storytelling has me hooked.✍️ My Creative Grind: I’m knee-deep in my cyberpunk novel, rewriting as I write, and yeah it’s frustrating — but I love it.🚨 Internet Safety Storytime: someone on Threads kept pressing me for my subway stop. Nah. Protect yourself online. Always.🔮 Future of Discord Notes: why this side project matters, why it’s staying, and why Fourthwall will help keep it alive.This episode is unpolished, unscripted, but real. If you vibe with that, hit like, drop a comment, and let’s keep building this community together.Timestamps00:00 – Intro: Why Discord Notes exists.02:00 – Wrestling vs. life updates.04:00 – People come into your life for a season.11:00 – Overthinking, content creation, and Nickelback.12:00 – Leaving Twitter after Hogan’s passing.14:00 – Wrestling community betrayals & lack of support.16:00 – Comparing wrestling vs. music communities.20:00 – Toxicity of wrestling Twitter vs. positivity in music fandoms.21:00 – Why country music hooked me (Hardy, Chase McDaniel, Warren Zeiders).28:00 – Music, religion, and powerful storytelling.34:00 – Marketing lessons from musicians vs. wrestling creators.35:00 – Updates on my cyberpunk novel.37:00 – Wisdom tooth surgery in November.37:15 – Protecting your information online (Threads story).43:00 – Final message: stay safe online & protect your energy.45:00 – Future of Discord Notes & Fourthwall support.Support me here:https://campsite.bio/marieshadowshttps://marieshadows.substack.comhttps://marieshadows-shop.fourthwall.comhttps://buymeacoffee.com/marieshadowshttps://youtube.com/squaredcirclepodcasthttps://rumble.com/user/marieshadowshttps://discord.gg/jMpZg5G85V

Raja Jackson Booked ≠ Lesson LearnedFast News, Fake Booking, and the Questions Nobody’s AskingWelcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows, and today I’m talking about the fallout of the Raja Jackson situation — why jail alone isn’t the answer, how Rampage failed as a father, and why Danger Pro Wrestling’s clout-chasing post about booking Raja was the wrong move.This episode is a continuation of my first deep dive, where I said: Jail ≠ Lesson Learned. Raja’s violent attack on Psycho Stu is still under LAPD investigation, and while jail time is necessary, I argue it’s not enough. If we don’t look at the bigger picture — grief, social media trolls, family failures, and promotions chasing bad clout — then nothing changes.⏱️ 00:00 – 05:00Danger Pro Wrestling posts a fake Instagram graphic booking Raja. Even as a “joke,” it happened during an active felony battery investigation. I ask: why would any company chase that kind of clout? Not all publicity is good publicity.⏱️ 05:00 – 10:00I agree Raja should go to jail. But what will he actually learn there? Jail without accountability changes nothing. I propose a sentence that mixes punishment with growth:1 year jail time3 years of community service in a veteran’s homeAnger management classesTherapy sessions alongside Rampage⏱️ 10:00 – 20:00I shift to Rampage Jackson’s failures. On stream, Rampage admitted Raja is still grieving his mother’s death. But why reveal that only now? If Rampage had faced it earlier, maybe this wouldn’t have happened. Streaming 24/7 isn’t parenting.⏱️ 20:00 – 30:00I dig into social media’s toxic role. Trolls and “chat hoppers” provoked Raja, then ran to Rampage’s chat to stir the pot. This cycle pushed tensions higher. Social media didn’t throw the punches, but it fueled the fire.Fans online also focused on “gimmicked” props — beer cans, chairs. Let me be clear: you cannot gimmick a can or a chair. These distractions miss the point. The real failure was Knox Pro not communicating properly about Raja’s presence.⏱️ 30:00 – 40:00Some trolls claimed the whole thing was fake. If it was staged, why the blood? Why the hospital? Why the LAPD investigation? Wrestling’s blurred reality complicates things, but this was real — and if it goes to court, chat logs could even be subpoenaed.⏱️ 40:00 – 50:00Cooler heads must prevail. Trolls in my comments accused me of excusing Raja, but I’m not. I’m calling for nuance. LAPD will handle the investigation. Meanwhile, Knox Pro allegedly told students not to cooperate with police, which raises even more accountability questions.⏱️ 50:00 – End (~54:00)I return to Danger Pro’s clout-chasing post. Even if it was meant as a joke, the timing was awful. Posting “Coming Soon: Raja Jackson” is rewarding bad behavior. One commenter later apologized to me, realizing I wasn’t chasing clout but offering perspective.💡 Final ThoughtsThis isn’t about defending Raja. It’s about expanding the conversation. Accountability has layers:Raja must face consequences.Rampage must face his failures.Trolls must face their impact.Promotions must stop chasing bad clout.Wrestling doesn’t need more chaos for clicks. It needs accountability, honesty, and cooler heads willing to speak up.Links:https://marieshadows.substack.comhttps://youtube.com/squaredcirclepodcasthttps://rumble.com/user/marieshadowshttps://buymeacoffee.com/marieshadowshttps://marieshadows-shop.fourthwall.comhttps://campsite.bio/marieshadows

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows, and I'm diving into the Raja Jackson Situation! I am giving a very deep nuance take!In this episode of the Square Circle Podcast, I broke down the Raja Jackson situation not from the clickbait “lock him up” perspective — but from the wrestling insider view:Everyone is in the wrong. Raja, Psycho Stu, Knox Pro management, the chat — all failed in different ways.IRL streaming is the real villain. Chat incited Raja, and he allowed their baiting to override discipline.The punishment must fit the lesson. One year jail + three years community service at a veteran’s home, plus therapy and anger management.The bigger question: What do we actually teach someone if we only throw them in jail?Please support this free epsiode by visiting the following links:https://buymeacoffee.com/marieshadows (tip me)https://marieshadows.substack.com (free wrestling newsletter!)https://youtube.com/squaredcircelpodcasthttps://rumble.com/user/marieshadowshttps://marieshadows-shop.fourthwall.comhttps://campsite.bio/marieshadowsAba N Preach - YouTube⁠https://youtube.com/@MillennialSmark2⁠

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! Marie Shadows is joined by Dos Evil to review MLW Blood and Thunder! Let's see what happens during this epsiode!Please support me here:https://campsite.bio/marieshadowshttps://youtube.com/squaredcirclepodcast/joinhttps://rumble.com/user/marieshadowshttps://marieshadows-shop.fourthwall.comhttps://buymeacoffee.com/marieshadows

Welcome to the squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows! Today, I'm talking about: Is AEW a Safe Working Environment? I have asked this question before, gave my opinion, facts, and proof that it is not. The AEW Sickos: bots/burners/people (maybe real people) all silenced me and others from ever talking about this topic again. Well, Dustin Rhodes calls out Kyle Fletcher for having to the hospital to get invasive surgery, MRIs, cat scans and has a hole in his leg. Now why would someone want to just name drop Kyle Fletcher like that? Why put the heat on him if people think it's a work? Let's talk about it.https://marieshadows-shop.fourthwall.comhttps://marieshadows.substack.comhttps://youtube.com/squaredcirclepodcasthttps://rumble.com/c/squaredcirclepodcastwithmariehshadowshttps://rumble.com/c/crossroadsinterviewsandeditoralshttps://buymeacoffee.com/marieshadowshttps://open.spotify.com/show/1xiOxkejNwRRSnqFV1tcF8?si=f02398362124411d

Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows!Marie Shadows talks about the WWE PLE's moving to ESPN starting 2026.What do you guys think?Shop the new merch: All Products | 🎤Marie Shadows😗 Insight. Interviews. Industry.Visit the discord: https://discord.gg/jMpZg5G85VVisit and follow my Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/marieshadows

Welcome to a brand new Squared Circle Podcast with your host Marie Shadows! I am checking in and becoming vulnerable with you and giving transparency being a content creator. Thanks for listening! New content ideas! Things I've been thinking about too!