The Shining Wizards

The Shining Wizards Return with a fun episode. Matt & Tony went to Outlaw Pro Wrestling on Friday Night and they have some stories to share plus they weigh in on the video that went social from the event They are joined by friend of the show & wrestling veteran Crowbar to talk about the Outlaw Pro Wrestling Show, working with Younger Talent, the Afa Jr situation & a no brainer of an autograph experience for the convention circuit. We cover the AEW WrestleDream PPV from Saturday, overall the reactions are positive, Matt has some issues with Jim Ross, Brundo points out holding down a talents shoulder & Tony is Tony. Matt does express his frustrations with weekly tv & Tony brings up the live event issues that AEW faces. A fun show, that we hope you enjoyed. If so, please remember to Subscribe & Review. Links to all our social media's are below https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

In this episode the Wizards are joined by Kate from Fightful to discuss the highs and lows from WWE's Bad Blood PLE this past weekend. As we bid farewell to Kate, we continue to talk Bad Blood, from the Rock's return to Kevin Owens attacking Cody Rhodes & everything in between. After a break we are joined by Rickey Shane Page to talk about the upcoming Clash Wrestling Show on October 18th. We discuss a variety of topics, including wearing the promotor cap, what people wouldn't do to him in death matches, pants shitting stories, what to expect from Clash Wrestling & much more. We talk some AEW, and the 5 Year Anniversary Show, but we are all over the place, so it's not super in depth. We also discuss the WWE Vault and our disappointment in the lack of old content that isn't on the WWE Network Be sure to subscribe, rate and leave a review Follow Kate https://t.co/RVLtXCv7GE Follow Rickey Shane Page https://x.com/RickeyShanePage Follow Clash Wrestling https://t.co/cJx9JwshQI Follow The Shining Wizards https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

Tony, KJG, HK, and Brunden are back to discuss all things wrestling. The McMahon documentary was released, and there's plenty to cover, with everything from Vince's childhood to his last days in WWE and everything in between (and after). From there we're joined buy John Wayne Murdoch, where's we learn more about hardcore wrestling. After the break, we cover AEW Grand Slam and some WWE storylines, just in time for Matt to join us. We learn of Pete Rose's passing as KJG wants everyone that dies to live forever. Finally, Matt gives us his impressions of the Dump Masumoto series on Netflix. It's a great show you won't want to miss! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Shining Wizards Return with a jam packed Episode. They cover a variety of topics, including Nick Gage, CZW Tournament of Death, MLW, AEW, WWE, Bad Blood, Rebooking Andre the Giant as a Heel if he was healthy, where do we wanna see Rusev, the pacing of a show & much more. We really cover it all this week and just have fun If you enjoy the show, please Subscribe, Rate and Leave a review and follow us on all social media at the link below https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

All the Wizards are in the house for another great episode. The guys are joined by Kyle from the Apron Bump Podcast to discuss the current state of tag team wrestling, including the recent AEW Tag Team Gauntlet Match, which of course leads to talk about the recent AEW Dynamite episode. Conversation surrounds Moxley getting a shot at Darby's title shot, Nigel McGuinness getting a match, maybe, with Bryan Danielson, more Learning Tree nonsense, a terrible women's match, and more. After the break, there's some WWE and TNA coverage, including Hammerstone wrestling on NXT. Finally, in the spirit of the newest PWI 500, the guys compare number ones and every 50th spot in the 2024 PWI 500 to the 2004 PWI 500. This, of course, becomes an exercise in stupidity. What else would you expect? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

HK, KJG, Brunden, and Tony welcome Pro Wrestling Magic's Steve Off, where we learn about bring in Cody Rhodes for a show, booking Crowbar, wrestling during COVID, and much more. Also, there is a lot of coverage of AEW's All Out, plastic bags, needles, and the history of wrestling. Plus, some coverage of TNA, NXT, and more. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

Tony and the Kevins are joined by Kate for Kate's Corner to kick off the show. They cover Bash in Berlin and NXT as well as some TNA and AEW. For some reason, Kate disagreed with sentimental meaning behind precious possessions... After the break, Handsome Kevin talks about JJ Rogue's rough weekend. The boys cover a bit more in the wrestling world, and we play KJG's Top 10 faces in WWE and HK's Top 5 merch movers in WWE for 2024 this far. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Shining Wizards return on a somber note as they discuss & remember SID who passed away earlier this afternoon from a battle with cancer. To bring the mood up we chat with our guest Madman Pondo. Madman shares some funny SID stories, his time in UWF, Japan, JCW, ICP, & much more. Pondo has been around for a long time & has some great stories. This is just the tip of the iceberg We talk AEW ALL In. The Main Event delivered, and overall the card was good, but the boys do have a few issues, including the production, the battle royal & outside interference. WWE continues to roll as Bash in Berlin is this weekend, we discuss the New Day stuff, Judgement Day, the Cody/Owens story & the Bloodline. We touch on some TNA stuff before wrapping things up. Its a jam packed show & a great time. Be sure to support MadMan Pondo Grab a T Shirt www.DeathMatchWorldWide.com Grab his book https://a.co/d/73FcTju Follow and Support The Shining Wizards https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

It's been a long BBQ weekend, but it all culminates in another live show from Studio A. HK and Al Day from the TOTS Pod are in town as Brunden, Tony, Matt, and KJG all gather together for a great night of podcasting Stories of the weekend with HK and Al are told, with plenty of Tony harassing Matt to the delight of the out-of-towners. Tony then discusses that he watched the Joey Janela vs Tombstone Jesus match as Matt questions why he enjoyed this match but hates AEW. Conversation then turns to Tony's wrestling (and other) DVD collection as well as wrestling video games. Discussions also include more AEW talk and attendance/set ups of arenas, crushing White Castle, and a special "Get Off the Lawn" segment, New Jersey-style. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

A New Era of the Wizards Begins, as it's the first show as a 5 piece. We reflect on the career of Kevin Sullivan's as the wrestling community lost him this past week. We share a few favorite memories & moments. We are joined by Kyle from The Apron Bump Podcast to talk Solo Sikoa, how he fits as the Triple Chief, is the big match with Roman & more. We are then joined by wrestling commentator Peapod. We talk about Ruthless Pro Wrestling's upcoming event King of the Kill 2, going from Radio to Wrestling & much more. This is a great interview & a great introduction to Peapod After a quick break we return to talk about the White Hot WWE. We talk about the big moments from this past weeks Raw & Smackdown. The Bronson Reed Attack on Seth Rollins, Trouble in Paradise (The New Day), Judgement Day, Wyatt Sicks, Gunther/Orton, Cody/Owens & much more. Talk some NXT, the breakup of the Rascalz, Matt's annoyance at the Back Stage BBQ skits & Joe Hendry We wrap up with AEW talk, this past week's Dynamite was frustrating for a few of the Wizards, where do we stand with MJF, Jeff Jarrett, Tiger Drive 91 & more. Remember if you enjoy the show, please subscribe, rate & review. Also please Follow our guests at the links below Apron Bump Podcast https://t.co/0YsLYSYAbg Peapod https://t.co/AtNgpNOxlp And of Course The Shining Wizards https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

KJG, Matt & Kate the Great on 3rd Mic give you the 701st Episode of the Wizards It was the Biggest Party of the Summer, and the panel has mixed feelings about SummerSlam. Too much interference? Feud over a bracelet? Everyone working the shoulder? They run down the whole card, match by match & ponder what the future holds as we head toward the Bash in Berlin After a break, they come back to talk some NXT Great American Bash, Ring of Honor, and AEW. Plus they opened the show with some TNA Talk. Be sure to follow Kate at the link below https://t.co/RVLtXCv7GE And of course You can Follow the Shining Wizards At the Link Below Remember to Subscribe so you never miss a show https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

It's the 700th Episode of the Shining Wizards Wrestling Podcast The show is a trip down memory lane, the Wizards family grew, and we had a lot of surprise guests, Including Francis Wright, Mikko, Bad Dude Tito, Tropical Al & Sam Adonis. There's some SummerSlam talk, but this episode is about the Wizards & we celebrated & had a good time. We hope you enjoy this show & we appreciate all the support Follow the Shining Wizards Below https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Wizards Return with a jam packed show covering AEW, WWE, NXT & TNA. Right off the bat they run into another issue with Streamyard & Twitter, Matt has a new kitten & all is right in the Wizards World. MJF/Will Ospreay wrestled for nearly an hour on Dynamite, some Wizards enjoyed it, some were critical of the commentary & some didn't think 250 was a milestone. Listen to find out who This leads to some talk about Blood & Guts, storylines, and if AEW is spinning its wheels by booking for the now & not the future. After a break the boys come back to talk some WWE/NXT, The Wyatt Six, Cody & The Bloodline & NXT A quick rundown of TNA Slammiversary. Overall a great show but Matt takes issue with brining in Earl Hebner in Montreal 27 Years later. Lets hear your thoughts Then a fun Tag Team game to get the brain juices flowing A Show Full of Wrestling Talk and Talk About Wrestling Subscribe, Rate & Review https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Road to 700 is paved with endless nonsense. What would you do for a bro? You just have to listen to find out Kyle from the Apron Bump Podcast joins for HJC. They discuss AEW & The Owen Hart Foundation Tournament Winners. Do Danielson & May need to win at All In? Where does Adam Page fit in to All In? Is Swerve treated like a World Champion? We talk some this & that about AEW & ROH as well. After the break we come back with a lot of WWE Talk. We talk about Punk/McIntyre/Rollins, the Wyatt Six, Cody's Championship Run, Gunther, the Bloodline & more. We also cover NXT, Joe Hendry & the talent exchange with TNA. There is some MLW talk, highest revenue earners in WCW, WrestleWar 89 & more Follow The Apron Bump Podcast https://t.co/0YsLYSYAbg If you enjoy the show, remember to subscribe across all platforms, just click the link below Shining Wizards https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Shining Wizards return after a huge week in the world of professional wrestling. Tony continues to have technical issues, Matt has a tummy ache & there is tons of talk about Micro Wrestling returning to the area & the talent. Before the show goes off the rails the boys dive into WWE Money in the Bank 2024. They talk Drew/Punk/Rollins, what will be remembered from the Damien Priest Title Run & Solo pinning Cody. Then it's onto NXT Heatwave, as the boys talk about an excellent show, has Duke Hudson done all he can in Chase U, the Kelani Jordan/Sol Ruca exchange to start the match & Ethan Page becoming NXT Champion They are then joined by The Concrete Dragon Ikuro Kwon aka Tristen Thai. They talk about MLW, Contra Unit, Jacob Fatu, Minoru Suzuki, Deadlock, & much more. Be sure to follow Tristen at the links below We jump right into AEW, as Matt runs back his thoughts on Jeff Jarrett in the Owen Hart Tournament as he is invested in the Adam Page story, some of the other Wizards not so much, but they explain. MJF's heel turn is a topic of discussion as well. They cover some TNA as well, as the Slammiversary Main Event is set, is Joe Hendry the next TNA World Champion? A real fun show and a must listen too episode Remember to Subscribe, Rate & Review Follow Tristen Thai on Twitter & IG @Tristen_Thai Follow the Shining Wizards https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Wizards Return with the lovely Kate from Fightful to discuss a variety of topics. Forbidden Door, NXT, The Bloodline and more Handsome Kevin brings up the pace of wrestling, and the boys try to compare it to the wrestling of yesteryear. Matt joins the boys for the last half of the show, as they talk some more WWE, Wyatt 6, Bloodline, NXT & more. Be sure to subscribe if you enjoy the show at the link below https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

Jam Packed Episode as the Wizards enjoy the weekend. We convinced Tony to order the XPW PPV, and to his credit Tony watched the whole thing, did Tony enjoy it? You'll have to listen to find out. Matt went to Midget Mayhem Wrestling & he shares his experience We are joined by Cory Kastle, Wrestler, Podcaster, Actor, jack of all trades to talk some wrestling, video games & more. After a break we dive into how hot the WWE has been, with the introduction of the Wyatt 6, Jacob Fatu, Winners of the Money in the Bank Qualifiers, CM Punk, Paul Heyman, Drew McIntyre & more. Matt is invested in Jeff Jarrett in the Owen Hart Foundation Cup after his Collision promo, he is confused with the MJF/Ospreay/Daniel Garcia stuff & is invested in a few matches from Forbidden Door. Handsome Kevin runs down the WCW Roster from 2000 to prove a point about something that was said on Who Killed WCW. Plus lots of laughs & good times Please remember to leave a review & subscribe so you never miss an episode of the Shining Wizards. All the links are below as are the links for our guest today. Follow Cory Kastle https://t.co/QM36wvW4qG Follow The Shining Wizards https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Wizards Return with a ton of wrestling to talk about Kyle from the Apron Bump Podcast joins the crew to talk WWE Clash at the Castle, LA Knight, Progress & WWE working with other companies Back from the break Handsome Kevin is pissed off with the talking heads from Who Killed WCW, he's got his sights set on Bill Goldberg, Kevin Nash & Bret Hart. We talk some AEW, TNA, NXT, Days of Thunder and much more. Remember to subscribe so you never miss an episode https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E Follow Kyle from Apron Bump Podcast https://t.co/0YsLYSYAbg --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

On this episode of the Shining Wizards the boys are joined by Lord Crewe, fresh off of his trip to All Japan Pro Wrestling. We talk about debuting at the Champion Carnival, the food, being a stranger in a strange land, Skyline Chill & much more. Matt won't let Slick vs Miss Elizabeth go, so he brings that up, & drops some knowledge about Madusa & her name, which is met with a lot of questions he can't answer. This somehow gets us to Hulk Hogan Japanese Commercials. After a quick break we talk NXT BattleGround, the good, bad & ugly, plus our picks. Handsome Kevin is annoyed with the way people are reacting to Ricochet leaving the WWE & the boys chat it up about him before heading into the land of AEW. Matt is annoyed with the TV this week, especially Dynamite & he doesn't particularly care about Forbidden Door. It's the 28th Anniversary of Kevin Nash debuting on Nitro & with all the free agency talk, Matt ponders, could an impact of Hall & Nash level happen today? We wrap with some chat about the Death of WCW Be Sure to follow Lord Crewe on Social Media https://twitter.com/LordCreweKills Follow the Shining Wizards https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support

The Boys are back with a LIVE SHOW....YES A LIVE SHOW!!!! Tony took a walk on the wild side & the results are staggering. Also Matt found a version of the Rockers theme song from a short lived feud with The Rougeau's Kate from Fightful joins us to talk about the Free Agency period that is upon us & what it means for the likes of Natty, Ricochet, Chad Gable & Becky Lynch. Is WWE Forever or do they go elsewhere? From Kate we go to "The Main Feature" Rich Maxwell. Part of the JJ Rouge family, we are introduced to Rich and we have some wild conversations about everything but wrestling, and of course who trained him. It's a ball buster of a time & a great time with Rich. His links are below, please follow & support him. Back from commercial break, Handsome Kevin & Tony both have some issues with Mercedes Moné. This leads us to Dave Meltzer & his ratings based off of what he gave Willow/Mone at Double or Nothing, before we get too deep on this, we have a surprise guest drop in, it's Diana. After we catch up with Diana, we head to some place we haven't been for a while, and that's MLW. We all watched Battle Riot & mostly we were left disappointed. What say you? We hit on a few more topics, AJ Styles faking his retirement, AEW not creating stars with their young talent, TNA/NXT Forbidden Door, AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door & the Death of WCW show. Overall its a long show, but its a ton of fun with a lot of wrestling talk & talk about wrestling Be sure to follow Kate here https://t.co/RVLtXCv7GE Be sure to follow the Main Feature Rich Maxwell here https://t.co/KTeYJVB0S4 Follow The Shining Wizards here https://t.co/JxBwhzKl9E --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-shining-wizards/support