Wrestling Winedown

We took our Chardonnay & Chisme talents to the City of Brotherly Love for Wrestlemania 40 weekend! Between the cutesy cocktails and graps, we had to find time for some wrestling girl talk! Lo and Iridian discuss:Our thoughts on this year's Walemania event, which kicked off our Wrestlemania 30 weekend including the 95%/5% demo, security guards shooting their shots and more.The matches we looked forward to most during Wrestlemania 40.Jazz's presence back in the WWE and what we would like to see her do next with the company. Wrestling Winedown turns 5 on 4/13 and we share our thoughts on the special occasion.and much more!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comIridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriendsIridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierroFightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Can you believe we are less than a month away from Westlemania XL in Philly? Lo is joined by YouTuber and content creator Munah to chat about how to prepare for the biggest wrestling event of the year. The duo discuss:Planning out your Wrestlemania experience including using an itinerary to organize events you would like to attend or are confirmed to attend.What events Munah recommends first timers attend including Walemania.How Munah plans her travels to include patronizing local businesses and some of her favorite local spots she has visited.The precautions Munah takes when traveling to events as someone with Lupus.5 things you absolutely need to bring with you in your clear stadium bag and other items that you may also want to pack if space permits.What advice Munah would give to those attending Wrestlemania or a big wrestling show for the first time.and much more!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comFollow Munah on Social Media:Twitter: https://twitter.com/ITLWithMunah Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itlwithmunahYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSGkw-u9Q1Kg8X-xawrWfrAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itlwithmunah/

Ain't no party like a Chardonnay and Chisme Party! What a time it is to be a professional wrestling fan and what better time than now for some wrestling girl talk?! Lo and Iridian discuss:WWE's Elimination Chamber match was notably missing Jade Cargill, after it was rumored that she was pulled from the match at the last minute. Was removing Cargill from the match the right call?The #WeWantCody hashtag ran rampant on Twitter/X but it leads us to ask: how do we feel about Cody's booking leading up to his rematch at WM 40 and do we see The Rock turning his back on a member of his Bloodline?Wrestlemania Season means a new class of WWE Hall Of Famers! We share our thoughts on who should be inducted into the 2024 class.Naomi has made her return to WWE and Bo$$ton is imminent. We share out thoughts on how we have felt about seeing Mercedes/Sasha Banks and Naomi/Trinity's journey outside of WWE and if they made the right call to either return or sign with a rival company.Sound Off Has Turned Into Words Of Wrestling Winedown: We are talking about why professional wrestling as a whole needs to stop giving dangerous predators a platform. Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comIridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriendsIridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierroFightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Pour up the bubbly, we have a wrestling media girlie in the house! Lo is joined by Haley Miller, a WWE writer for ComicBook.com.  The duo discuss:Haley's love of professional wrestling that started after watching Total Divas and how she has remained interested in the sport.When Haley became interested in writing, her history in entertainment writing and when she realized that she wanted to pursue writing about wrestling as a career.If Haley had any apprehension before joining the wrestling media world and if she did any research before joining the community.The similarities between entertainment and wrestling journalism and her thoughts on the current landscape of wrestling media.Who Haley looked up to in the wrestling media space and how she was able to form relationships with these women.What it means to Haley to see new women entering the wrestling space as podcasters, writers and content creators.Haley's experience hosting "Tag Talk" on Fightful Overbooked and how she knew her co-host, Kiley Fuller, was the perfect host to embark on the journey with.Haley's experience so far at ComicBook.com and how she landed the gig.Haley's dream interviews (one of which she already checked off her list in 2024!)and much more!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comFollow Haley On Social Media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/haleyanne_Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haleyanne_/

Welcome to the eighth episode of our series: The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, where we will be chatting with individuals with amazing careers in a wide variety of sectors who also happen to be wrestling fans! Dani Venen is a newer wrestling fan who is a photographer that has had the opportunity to photograph AEW talent! We discuss: Dani's love of professional wrestling, what attracted her to All Elite Wrestling (AEW) and what wrestlers/companies she enjoys watching.How Dani discovered her love of photography,  her favorite type of shoot to photograph and her journey of being self-taught in the field.How her interactions with AEW talents including Julia Hart, Leila Grey, Lady Frost and Skye Blue began and what it was look to photograph them.If the AEW talents she photographs comes up with their own photoshoot concepts or if they give creative control to Dani.How it feels to combine her love of professional wrestling and photography as well as seeing her work showcased on AEW television. Which AEW talents Dani would like to photograph next.A *hint* on what we can look forward to on Dani's platforms.and much more!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comFollow Dani On Social Media!Website: https://www.theeditorialstyle.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theeditorialstyle/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theeditorialstyle

What a year 2023 has been in the world of professional wrestling and what better way to wrap up the last 365 days than with some wrestling girl talk!  Lo and Iridian are diving into the following topics:The WWE returns we have seen in 2023 including John Cena, Randy Orton, CM Punk, Nia Jax and the signing of former AEW Superstar Jade Cargill.Which returns from 2023 and in history have been some of our favorites to watch and even witness live.AEW's Continental Classic and if AEW should incorporate this same tournament in their women's division.QT Marshall is set to leave AEW at the end of 2023.Who we would like to see company jump in 2024 and if MJF is WWE bound.Sounding off on theft and art theft in the IWC and how we need to hold individuals accountable of their actions, no matter their platform.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comIridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriendsIridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierroFightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Welcome to the seventh episode of our new series: The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, where we will be chatting with individuals with amazing careers in a wide variety of sectors who also happen to be wrestling fans! Marj Santaromana, a longtime wrestling fan, is a cake decorator by day and a badass wrestling merch/pin maker and wrestling cosplayer by night. We discuss:Marj's love of wrestling and how she was able to reconnect with the sport during her college years.How Marj's career in cake decorating began including her educational background in culinary and what she was able to learn while in school.The process of creating a WWE Raw 25th Anniversary cake from start to finish.If Marj encounters a lot of wrestling fans in the cake decorating field, whether as a fellow decorator or as a customer.Marj's thoughts on the resurgence of her Jake the Snake cake on social media.Marj's impressive 14-year love of cosplaying and  some of her favorite looks she's put together, including her look for this year's New York Comic Con (NYCC).How Marj began making wrestling merchandise and illustrations, as well as where she draws inspiration from for new pieces.Where you can find Marj next to purchase her merch.and much more!Follow Marj on Social Media!Instagram: www.instagram.com/marjdotjpg Twitter: www.twitter.com/marjdotjpgWebsite: https://www.marjdotjpg.comInformation on Wrestlecade: https://www.wrestlecade.comMusic- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/

Grab your Prosecco (we sure did!) and get ready for some wrestling girl talk. Lo & Iridian discuss:A brief review of Issa Rae's newest Prosecco wine, Viarae, sold at Target.Jade Cargill's on-screen debut in WWE, her face-offs with different women on the WWE rosters and what brand we think she will initially end up on.WWE's portrayal of Jade Cargill and why this is so important in terms of representation within professional wrestling.Are Willow Nightingale and Skye Blue moving to the dark side with Julia Hart?Our thoughts on two of the biggest babyfaces possibly turning heel and aligning themselves with Hart.With the incorporation of more tag teams, could we see women's tag team titles or trio titles introduced in AEW?The lack of women on AEW event posters and why we think this needs work.There were recent posters for AEW events that showcased 20+ men with only two women pictured.AEW & WWE are set to go head to head on Friday, November 17th for Smackdown vs Rampage/CollisionWho we think will come out on top of the ratings war this time around.Our thoughts on Tony Khan's tweets after taking the L last time in the ratings war.Updates on Wrestling Winedown merch!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comIridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriendsIridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierroFightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Grab your finest bubbly, it's time for some wrestling girl talk! Lo and Iridian are diving into the following topics:Former AEW TBS Champion Jade Cargill has departed All Elite Wrestling and is now a WWE SuperstarDid AEW utilize Jade properly during her run with the company?Who we would like to see Jade feud with first in WWEWhy it is imperative that WWE does not rush the eventual match between Jade and Bianca Belair.UFC and WWE have now officially mergedCan a UFC fan be a WWE fan and vice versa?If Ronda Rousey impacted  MMA/UFC fans deciding to give WWE a chance.The Rock Returns To Smackdown... In ColoradoThe insane pop that The Rock received in CO and if we think him vs Roman at Wrestlemania in Philly is a possibility.The element of surprise in wrestling: do we like it or not?and much more!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comIridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriendsIridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierroFightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Crack your finest wine open, this episode is one for the books! Lo is joined by talented wrestling writer Lyric Swinton! The duo discuss:Lyric's passion for professional wrestling and how she is able to keep up with NJPW (yes, she stays up to watch in realtime!)How the wrestling media space has treated her so far and what it means to her to be a Black woman in the professional wrestling space.Lyric's beautifully written piece about Black women who are taking the wrestling world by storm in 2023.Who Lyric would like to work with next on her platform, Maps and Graps (we're manifesting over here!)Lyric's advice on time management as a PhD student who is also an active part of the wrestling media community.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comFollow Lyric on Social Media:Twitter: https://twitter.com/LyricWrestlingInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lyricswinton/ Maps & Graps Podcast: https://tr.ee/tZiRGcqVko

It's bubbly time! On this episode, Lo is joined by talented wrestling artist Mel Coleman, who currently has her art featured on AEW television. The duo discuss:Mel's love of professional wrestling that started as a child and how she has remained interested in the sport.When Mel became interested in creating wrestling art and how the inception of AEW inspired her to create beautiful pieces.What Mel's creative process looks like including how she decides who to illustrate and what programs she uses to create artwork. Mel's favorite piece to create so far and her most time-consuming piece. What it means to Mel to receive kind words and feedback from the wrestlers she illustrated and members of the IWC.Mel's recent involvement with creating art for Jazwares and how that experience treated her.Upcoming pieces from Mel that we can look forward to in the future.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comFollow Mel Coleman on Social Media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/MelColemanArtInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/melcolemanart/

Grab your glass of Prosecco, this is going to be a good one! Lo is joined by Dark Side Of The Ring star, Lacey Lulu Creighton! The duo discuss:Lacey's longtime love of professional wrestling and what has kept her interested for so long.The amazing story of how Lacey came across the role of Sunny in the VICE TV Series, Dark Side of The Ring.How Lacey prepared to play the part of Sunny and her emotions leading up to filming.If we can plan to see Lacey in future episodes and seasons of DSOTR.How Lacey's love of acting began and why she chose to pursue acting as a career.How Lacey began working with Superkick'd as a ring announcer and hype girl.What advice Lacey would give to other women looking at entering the fields of wrestling and acting.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comFollow Lethal Miss Lulu on Social Media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/lethalmissluluInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lethalmisslulu/PWT: https://www.prowrestlingtees.com/wrestler-t-shirts/lulululululu.html

Grab your finest bubbly, it's time for some good ole girl talk! Lo and Iridian are diving into the following topics:The latest on Wrestlecon and what other wrestling conventions can do moving forward to ensure both talent and attendees are safe and comfortable.AEW's rumored return to Chicago and what our fellow Chicago girlie thinks about the amount of wrestling events taking place in the Windy City.Bianca Belair and Montez Ford's interest in wrestling as a team in WWE and our favorite WWE couples who have worked together in the ring.Trinity's championship win at Slammiversary and what it means to us to see her back in professional wrestling.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comIridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriendsIridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierroFightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Pour up the bubbly, we have a girlie in the house! Lo is joined by Mikayla Mortimer, the founder and creative mind. behind MikKnacks. The duo discuss:Mikayla's love of professional wrestling that started as a child and how she has remained interested in the sport.When Mikayla became interested in art and she shares her "aha!" moment when she knew she absolutely had to create wrestling-inspired merchandise.Mikayla's favorite piece that she has created and her most time consuming (yet so cool and unique) piece.Mikayla's experiences working at huge wrestling conventions and how one prepares for being a vendor.What pieces we can anticipate next from Mikayla and what convention she plans to be at nextand much more!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessKeep Up With Wrestling Winedown!Twitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comFollow Mikayla on Social Media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/MikKnacksInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikknacks/Website: https://mikknacks.com/

Grab the bubbly, it's time for some good ole girl talk! Lo and Iridian are diving into the following topics:Iridian's experience so far on Fightful's AEW Collision Post Show.AEW's Forbidden Door and what matches we are looking forward to the most.The Owen Hart Tournament Cup: the full brackets, what we love about the tournament, what we hope changes from this year's tournament compared to last year's, the feedback that fans have shared on social media and who we would like to see win both the men's and women's tournament.WWE Hall of Famer and legend Trish Stratus competing in this year's Money In The Bank and why this is a pivotal moment in women's wrestling.Famed gear maker Miss Sandra's retirement and some of our favorite gears that she has created over the years.Wrestling Winedown's new and improved merch store and what you can expect to see on the website.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Merch: www.shop.wrestlingwinedownlv.comIridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriendsIridian's Twitter: www.twitter.com/iridian_fierroFightful AEW Collision Post Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOW2Fas_2Ew

Grab your finest bubbly, this Chardonnay and Chisme is a special one: Iridian has FINALLY made it to the West Coast and what better way to celebrate than with some wrestling girl talk?! On this episode, Lo and Iridian discuss:Iridian's newest endeavor with FightfulOur thoughts on Mercedes vs Willow at the latest NJPW Event in CaliforniaAEW's Fight Forever video game that is set to be released in JuneHow WWE is handling talent posting injuries on social mediaAn awaited WWD Merch Store updateMusic- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Iridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriends

Chill the wine, it's prediction time! Lo is joined by podcast host Iridian Fierro to give our predictions heading into AEW's Double or Nothing here in Vegas.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Iridian's Social Media LinksWrestfriends' Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestfriendsWrestfriends' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestfriends

CONTENT WARNINGS: Mentions of Murder, SA.Welcome to the sixth episode of our new series: The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, where we will be chatting with individuals with amazing careers in a wide variety of sectors who also happen to be wrestling fans! Jimanekia Eborn is a longtime wrestling fan who is also a Trauma Specialist, Sex Educator and has recently began working with AEW to provide therapy to their talent/roster. The duo discuss:Jimanekia's love of professional wrestling that started in the late 90's and what wrestlers/promotions keep her interested today.What prompted Jimanekia to begin her career as a trauma specialist, sex educator and the owner of Tending the Garden.How Jimanekia is able to provide mental health support to AEW talent and how this experience has treated her so far.Why mental health support and services are important in professional wrestling.Tending The Garden's latest endeavor, The Grounding Box, and what those receiving the box can expect.What self care and time management skills Jimanekia has incorporated in her busy life to remain successful.What advice Jimanekia would give to those looking to enter the trauma and sex education fields.Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Follow Jimanekia on Social Media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/Jimanekia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jimanekia/

Welcome to the fifth episode of our new series: The Life Of A Wrestling Fan, where we will be chatting with individuals with amazing careers in a wide variety of sectors who also happen to be wrestling fans! Sam Teplitz is a longtime wrestling fan who also happens to be an Entertainment Costuming Dresser at the happiest place on earth: Disneyland! The duo discuss:Sam's love of professional wrestling including who she thinks are standouts on the independent scene, what independent companies she keeps up with and who she enjoys watching on the mainstream scene.Her educational background in theater and how it guided her career thus far.The amazing story of how Sam was able to secure her position at Disneyland (spoiler alert: it includes CHURROS!)Some of Sam's favorite experiences that she's had as a cast member at Disneyland and how she is navigating working at the theme park with a disability.Celebrity interactions that Sam has had while working at Disneyland.If there are a lot of wrestling fans that work at Disneyland and if she's encountered fans while working.and much more!Music- Prod. by Jay 808Logo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastTik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@wwdcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/wwdcast/Follow Sam on Social Media!Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/youxrebel/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/youxvandal/Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/youxrebel/

Women's History Month is recognized every March and is a time to reflect and appreciate the women who have made an impact on this world. On this episode, Lo is joined by wrestling and entertainment journalist, Candace Cordelia, to chat about some of the women in wrestling that they have personally been inspired by and hope to shine light on women that the community may not be aware of yet.Music- Fior Murua, Ricci Beats @producedbyricciLogo Design- Joy Lin ArnessTwitter: www.twitter.com/wwdcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/wwdcastFollow Candace on Social Media!Twitter: https://twitter.com/CandaceCordeliaInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/thatgirlcandace16