Ringside Renaissance

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Ringside Renaissance is a no-BS WWE wrestling podcast hosted by Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse. From Royal Rumble to WrestleMania, we break down the moments fans argue about, the stories that matter, and the direction of WWE heading forward. As seen on Netflix and featured on Busted Open, Ringside Renaissance delivers bold takes, real discussion, and unapologetic wrestling talk. No scripts. No safe opinions. Welcome to the Renaissance. Built for fans who value passion, honesty, and long-term storytelling, every episode cuts through hype to debate what truly shapes modern wrestling. Period.

  1. Fans Turning on Cody Rhodes? Judgment Day Betrays Finn Bálor, CM Punk Won’t Apologize & Danhausen’s Curse

    5D AGO

    Fans Turning on Cody Rhodes? Judgment Day Betrays Finn Bálor, CM Punk Won’t Apologize & Danhausen’s Curse

    In this episode of Ringside Renaissance, Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse break down the biggest WWE storylines heading toward WrestleMania. The guys dive into the growing backlash surrounding Cody Rhodes’ championship win and whether the IWC is already starting to turn on the American Nightmare. They also discuss the shocking moment when Judgment Day betrayed Finn Bálor and what it could mean for the future of the faction. Plus, CM Punk refuses to apologize to The Usos and continues stirring tension with The Bloodline as the road to WrestleMania heats up. The conversation also covers the unpredictable presence of Danhausen and his very nice, very evil curse, which continues to cause chaos around WWE. Other topics include Randy Orton’s legacy, Gunther’s momentum heading into WrestleMania, Sami Zayn and Karrion Kross, Carmelo Hayes’ United States Title open challenge, Seth Rollins and the mysterious masked men on Raw, the Women’s Gauntlet Match for an IC Title opportunity, and the rising star power of Oba Femi. Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse also break down potential WrestleMania matchups involving Roman Reigns, CM Punk, The Rock, AJ Lee, Becky Lynch, Bayley, and Lyra Valkyria, along with predictions and theories about where WWE’s biggest storylines are headed next. Ringside Renaissance brings unfiltered wrestling talk, analysis, humor, and bold predictions as the road to WrestleMania continues. 🔗 Connect With Ringside Renaissance 🌐 Linktree (All Links)https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod 👕 Official Merch Storehttps://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 📸 Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance 🎥 TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance ❌ X / Twitterhttps://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎙 Join the Ringside Renaissance Discordhttps://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 Chapters 00:00 Ringside Renaissance Intro – Sorry to the IWC 03:03 Cody Rhodes Fan Backlash 04:23 Randy Orton’s New Shirt and Trick Williams 09:32 Lash Legend and Nia Jax 11:00 Carmelo Hayes U.S. Title Open Challenge 14:28 R-Truth and Damian Priest 17:17 Sami Zayn and Karrion Kross 19:09 Randy Orton’s Legacy and Future 20:34 Gunther’s WrestleMania Momentum 23:41 Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre 26:54 Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton Build 30:26 Gunther’s Old School Style 31:47 The Miz and Danhausen 33:41 Seth Rollins and the Masked Men 35:40 Chris Jericho and Punk Rock 37:22 Raw’s Eminem Theme Song 38:30 Women’s Gauntlet Match for IC Title 40:38 AJ Lee, Bayley, Becky Lynch and Lyra Valkyria 42:25 Penta, El Grande Americano and Danhausen 44:26 Judgment Day Betrays Finn Bálor 47:52 Oba Femi’s Star Power 51:32 CM Punk, The Usos and Bloodline Tension 58:00 Roman Reigns, CM Punk and The Rock 01:02:37 Road to WrestleMania Preview #WWE #CodyRhodes #CMPunk #JudgmentDay #FinnBalor #Danhausen #WrestleMania #RomanReigns #WWERaw #SmackDown

    1h 6m
  2. CM Punk Threatens to BURY Roman Reigns?! 😳 | Danhausen Debuts at WWE Elimination Chamber

    MAR 4

    CM Punk Threatens to BURY Roman Reigns?! 😳 | Danhausen Debuts at WWE Elimination Chamber

    😈 VERY NICE… VERY EVIL. CM Punk goes OFF on Roman Reigns as the Road to WrestleMania heats up, Danhausen makes his presence felt, and the fallout from Elimination Chamber starts shaping WWE’s biggest event of the year. On this episode of the Ringside Renaissance Wrestling Podcast, Kombat Komplex Jones and Very Deadly Jesse break down one of the wildest weeks in WWE including Seth Rollins’ return, AJ Lee rumors, Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton possibilities, and Liv Morgan’s standout moment on RAW. We dive into the biggest WWE stories, controversial promos, and WrestleMania predictions with our signature unfiltered Ringside Renaissance style. • CM Punk vs Roman Reigns – the controversial RAW promo• Danhausen’s WWE debut and Elimination Chamber reactions• Seth Rollins’ return and the evolving RAW storyline• AJ Lee return rumors and potential WrestleMania matchups• Becky Lynch vs AJ Lee – Intercontinental Championship discussion• CM Punk vs Finn Bálor and the World Heavyweight Championship picture• Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton WrestleMania possibilities• Liv Morgan’s standout RAW segment• Rhea Ripley vs Jade Cargill WrestleMania tease• Karrion Kross and potential WrestleMania involvement in Las Vegas• Penta winning the Intercontinental Championship and Danhausen’s curse• WrestleMania predictions and Road to WrestleMania takeaways 🎙 Ringside Renaissance Wrestling PodcastHosted by Kombat Komplex Jones & Very Deadly Jesse 👑 As seen on Netflix🎙️ Busted Open approved🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance X / Twitterhttps://x.com/RRWrestlingpod Linktreehttps://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod 🚗 TrueNorth Private TransportFlat-rate rides. Scheduled service. No surge pricing. 00:00 Road to WrestleMania Begins 01:50 Danhausen WWE Debut & Fan Reactions 08:45 Women’s Elimination Chamber Highlights 13:39 Becky Lynch vs AJ Lee – Intercontinental Title 18:35 AJ Lee’s WrestleMania Opponent? 19:43 CM Punk vs Finn Bálor – World Heavyweight Title 22:35 CM Punk’s Michael Jordan Style Entrance 24:18 Men’s Elimination Chamber Highlights 29:15 Randy Orton’s Big Win & WrestleMania Implications 30:33 Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre – SmackDown Rematch 31:41 Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton at WrestleMania? 34:25 WrestleMania Predictions & Title Matches 35:31 RAW Opens with Seth Rollins, The Vision & Masked Men 38:15 Karrion Kross WrestleMania in Vegas? 39:15 Penta Wins IC Title – Danhausen’s Curse 42:52 The Judgment Day & Danhausen 44:11 Liv Morgan’s Standout RAW Segment 46:55 CM Punk vs Roman Reigns – The Controversial Promo 54:00 Road to WrestleMania – WWE Clutch Time #WWE #CMPunk #RomanReigns #Danhausen #EliminationChamber #WrestleMania #WWERaw #WrestlingPodcast #CodyRhodes #SethRollins #RandyOrton #LivMorgan #AJLee #RheaRipley #JadeCargill

    1 hr
  3. WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 Predictions – CM Punk & AJ Lee in Chicago

    FEB 26

    WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 Predictions – CM Punk & AJ Lee in Chicago

    WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 is in Chicago… and the pressure is real. On this episode of Ringside Renaissance (Rated RR 👑), we break down our full Elimination Chamber predictions, CM Punk’s hometown title defense, the mystery crate speculation, and everything shaping the Road to WrestleMania 42. Is CM Punk’s Chicago advantage a blessing — or unbearable pressure?What’s really in the mystery crate?And is CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns inevitable at WrestleMania? We dive into: • Drew McIntyre’s involvement and how it could impact the Men’s Elimination Chamber• Cody Rhodes and Sami Zayn’s growing tension• Jey Uso’s win and the fallout from Bronson Reed’s injury• Seth Rollins, The Masked Man, and The Vision storyline shifts• AJ Styles’ emotional farewell and Hall of Fame announcement from The Undertaker• Liv Morgan breaking the internet again and choosing Stephanie Vaquer for WrestleMania• Bianca Belair’s injury status• LA Knight’s rise to superstardom — YEAH vs YEET• Karrion Kross building serious momentum We also break down both the Men’s and Women’s Elimination Chamber matches, AJ Lee vs Becky Lynch for the Women’s Intercontinental Championship, CM Punk vs Finn Bálor for the World Heavyweight Championship, and what all of it means for WrestleMania 42. Plus we touch on CM Punk WWE 2K26 cover rumors, AEW dream scenarios, USA Hockey’s gold medal win, and even some UFO disclosure talk. Chicago. The Chamber. WrestleMania momentum on the line. This is where everything changes. Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by TrueNorth Private Transport. Flat-rate. Scheduled. No surge pricing.If timing matters, your ride is already locked in. Book here:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5NQn8q/ Ringside Renaissance official merchandise:https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ As seen on Netflix.Busted Open approved.Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast. Thank you to Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and the entire Busted Open Nation. And thank YOU for helping us reach 20,000 Ringside Riders. Linktree: https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissanceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissanceX (Twitter): https://x.com/RRWrestlingpodDiscord: https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4Kombat Jones: https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones Chapters 00:00 CM Punk’s Chicago Showdown01:03 Elimination Chamber History & Legacy03:59 The Mystery Crate Theories12:57 CM Punk vs. Roman Reigns – WrestleMania Implications17:52 Drew McIntyre, Cody Rhodes & Sami Zayn Tension25:28 Jey Uso’s Win & Injury Fallout (Bronson Reed, Rollins, The Vision)31:56 AJ Styles Farewell & Hall of Fame Announcement37:09 Liv Morgan Chooses Stephanie Vaquer39:30 Bianca Belair Injury Update40:51 LA Knight’s Rise42:06 YEAH vs. YEET Debate42:53 Karrion Kross Momentum44:17 USA Hockey Gold & Ringside Renaissance on Netflix45:34 UFO Disclosure Discussion46:59 Elimination Chamber Predictions & AEW Scenarios55:06 Women’s Elimination Chamber59:15 Rhea Ripley’s Dominance01:02:45 AJ Lee vs. Becky Lynch – Women’s IC Title01:04:26 CM Punk vs. Finn Bálor – World Heavyweight Championship01:07:30 Men’s Elimination Chamber01:11:18 CM Punk WWE 2K26 Rumors & WrestleMania Build #WWE#EliminationChamber#CMPunk#AJLee#WrestleMania42#LAKnight#LivMorgan#RingsideRenaissance

    1h 16m
  4. WWE Elimination Chamber MATCHES LEAKED?! WrestleMania Main Event Decided?!

    FEB 13

    WWE Elimination Chamber MATCHES LEAKED?! WrestleMania Main Event Decided?!

    WWE Elimination Chamber 2026 is on the horizon… but is the WrestleMania main event already decided? This week on Ringside Renaissance (Rated RR) 👑, we break down whether the Elimination Chamber is a true game-changer — or just a stepping stone to a WrestleMania match WWE may have quietly locked in. Cody “Raheem” Rhodes is building serious momentum… but is the outcome inevitable? 🏆CM Punk and Finn Bálor tension continues to simmer 🔥Roman Reigns looms over everything ☝️AJ Lee shaking up the women’s division 💥Liv Morgan chaos 😈Judgment Day uncertainty ⚖️ We also dive into: • WrestleMania 2026 championship direction• Cody Rhodes vs Drew McIntyre speculation• Women’s Elimination Chamber stakes• Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins & CM Punk power dynamics• LA Knight & Bron Breakker’s main event futures• Wyatt Sicks, tag division concerns & creative frustrations• WWE Unreal documentary thoughts 🎬 Is WWE playing it safe… or telling a long-term story that just hasn’t paid off yet? Chicago won’t behave. Neither will we. 🔔🔥 🔗 Connect With Ringside Renaissance Linktree: https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissanceTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissanceX / Twitter: https://x.com/RRWrestlingpodDiscord: https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4Merch: https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🎧 Chapters 00:00 WrestleMania Build-Up & The IWC03:32 Cody Rhodes & The Elimination Chamber08:36 Title Contenders & Future Match Direction11:34 Jade Cargill & The Women’s Title Scene14:07 WrestleMania Championship Picture16:38 Kit Wilson, Oba Femi & Brock Lesnar19:19 The Problem With Long Title Reigns20:56 The Wyatt Sicks & The MFTs23:01 Main Roster Call-Ups & Releases24:06 New Blood in WWE Main Events26:58 What’s Next for LA Knight?28:11 Bron Breakker, The Vision & The Masked Man29:10 Jericho, Rollins or Bad Bunny Return?31:23 Tag Team Division & The Usos32:40 Jey Uso’s Main Event Future34:17 Liv Morgan, Stephanie Vaquer & Dominik Mysterio37:32 Roman Reigns, Seth Rollins & CM Punk40:40 WWE Unreal Documentary Thoughts42:44 Women’s Elimination Chamber Breakdown44:04 Women’s Tag Team Division Issues46:39 El Grande Americano Storyline49:38 AJ Lee vs Becky Lynch51:53 CM Punk vs Finn Bálor52:47 Elimination Chamber Early Predictions55:42 The Road to WrestleMania #WWE #EliminationChamber #WrestleMania #CodyRhodes #CMPunk #RomanReigns #WWERaw #SmackDown #AJLee #LivMorgan #FinnBalor #DrewMcIntyre #SethRollins #JudgmentDay #WrestlingPodcast

    59 min
  5. Royal Rumble Shockwave: Roman, Punk & the Road to WrestleMania

    FEB 6

    Royal Rumble Shockwave: Roman, Punk & the Road to WrestleMania

    🔥 ROYAL RUMBLE SHOCKWAVE 🔥The fallout is real. The 2026 Royal Rumble from Riyadh sent shockwaves through WWE, and Ringside Renaissance is breaking down everything — the chaos, the controversy, the winners, the botches, and what it all means for the Road to WrestleMania. 👑 Roman Reigns wins the Royal Rumble — predictable outcome or career-defining move?💄 Liv Morgan makes history — is this the greatest Women’s Royal Rumble win ever?🎤 CM Punk vs Roman Reigns — a promo battle that could headline WrestleMania🔥 Gunther tightens his grip as “The Career Killer” while AJ Styles faces a major crossroads🧠 The masked man mystery deepens — and the roster may never be the same We also dive into:• The chaos and controversy of the Saudi Arabia crowd and production• Women’s Royal Rumble surprises, no-shows, and standout performances• Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn for the Universal Championship• Oba Femi’s monster presence and the future of WWE’s next generation• The Final Five showdown: Roman Reigns, Gunther, Randy Orton, Logan Paul, and Jacob Fatu• Monday Night RAW fallout from Philadelphia• Bron Breakker, The Vision, and emerging new stars• Judgment Day drama and Liv Morgan breaking the internet• Bold WrestleMania predictions, spoilers, and what’s coming next This episode covers Royal Rumble Aftermath, RAW fallout, SmackDown chaos, and the unpredictable road to WrestleMania. 🚗 Sponsor: TrueNorth Private TransportFlat-rate • Scheduled • No surge pricing👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5NQn8q/ 🛒 Merch👕 Ringside Renaissance Shop👉 https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 👑 Ringside RenaissanceAs seen on Netflix🎧 Busted Open approved 🔗 All links: https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance🎥 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance❌ X / Twitter: https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod Follow, subscribe, and ride with us — because WrestleMania season just got dangerous 👊🔥 ⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 The Chaos of Saudi Arabia: Lights, Seats & Royal Rumble Controversy05:03 Women’s Royal Rumble: Surprise Appearances, No-Shows & Performances08:57 Liv Morgan: Best Royal Rumble Winner of All Time?10:41 Gunther vs AJ Styles: Career Crossroads or Farewell Tease?16:51 Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn: Universal Championship19:01 Men’s Royal Rumble19:24 Oba Femi’s Monster Presence: Future Main Eventer or Hype Train?21:04 The Masked Man Mystery: Who’s Really Behind the Mask?23:59 Favorite Royal Rumble Moments26:33 Elimination Spots & Botches31:05 Final Five Showdown: Roman Reigns, Gunther, Randy Orton, Logan Paul & Jacob Fatu32:26 Roman Reigns Wins the Royal Rumble33:46 WrestleMania Main Event?: Seth Rollins vs Roman Reigns36:40 Monday Night RAW Fallout37:31 Bron Breakker & The Vision Speculation39:15 Gunther: The Career Killer41:49 Oba Femi, Je’Von Evans & New Talent45:34 Liv Morgan Breaks the Internet & Judgment Day49:10 Dominik Mysterio50:45 CM Punk vs Roman Reigns: Epic Promo Battle56:37 Spoilers & Bold Predictions: Who’s Winning at WrestleMania?01:04:20 RAW & Royal Rumble Aftermath: The Chaos Continues on SmackDown #WWE #RoyalRumble #WrestleMania #RomanReigns #CMPunk #LivMorgan #WrestlingPodcast #Gunther

    1h 7m
  6. WWE ROYAL RUMBLE 2026 PREDICTIONS | Road to WrestleMania Begins!

    JAN 30

    WWE ROYAL RUMBLE 2026 PREDICTIONS | Road to WrestleMania Begins!

    WWE Royal Rumble 2026 Predictions | Road to WrestleMania Begins Royal Rumble season is officially here, and the Road to WrestleMania has begun. 🛣️🔥In this episode of Ringside Renaissance, Kombat Jones & Very Deadly Jesse break down WWE Royal Rumble 2026 predictions, expectations, surprises, and WrestleMania paths with no filters and no safe takes. Fresh off Saturday Night’s Main Event in Montréal, the guys connect the dots from Montréal to Raw in Toronto to the Royal Rumble in Riyadh. From Sami Zayn’s hometown moment to AJ Styles vs Gunther with a career on the line, CM Punk’s looming presence, Jade Cargill’s rise, NXT & TNA surprises, and bold Men’s and Women’s Royal Rumble predictions — this episode covers it all. One night. Thirty competitors. Everything on the line.This is Ringside Renaissance — Rated RR. 00:00 Royal Rumble Expectations & the Road to WrestleMania03:24 WWE 2K26 Cover Controversy04:31 Attending Saturday Night’s Main Event in Montréal10:22 Sami Zayn’s Big Hometown Win12:55 Finn Bálor’s Emotional Journey on Raw16:19 AJ Styles vs Gunther: Career Implications20:39 AJ Styles vs CM Punk & His Championship Run23:13 Roman Reigns, Brock Lesnar & Seth Rollins Declaring for the Rumble?26:23 Royal Rumble in Riyadh28:25 Jade Cargill’s Title Run29:32 Royal Rumble Surprises Featuring NXT & TNA30:38 CM Punk vs Finn Bálor at the Royal Rumble?35:06 AJ Styles vs Gunther: Career on the Line40:08 Gunther — The Career Killer?41:57 Cody Rhodes vs Jacob Fatu Feud43:50 Drew McIntyre vs Sami Zayn: Undisputed Championship45:50 Sami Zayn’s Underdog Legacy50:43 Women’s Royal Rumble Predictions56:05 Men’s Royal Rumble Surprises & Predictions01:00:25 Kit Wilson Is a Star01:01:49 Royal Rumble & Road to WrestleMania Final Predictions 🚗 Sponsor: TrueNorth Private TransportFlat-rate. Scheduled. No surge pricing.If timing matters, your ride is already locked in.👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5NQn8q/ 👕 Ringside Renaissance Merch👉 https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 🔗 Linktree (All Links)👉 https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod 📸 Instagram👉 https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance 🎥 TikTok👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance ❌ X / Twitter👉 https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎙️ Discord👉 https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 👊 Kombat Jones on Instagram👉 https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones ⏱️ EPISODE CHAPTERS🔗 LINKS & SUPPORT #wwe #royalrumble #royalrumble2026 #wrestlemania #wwepodcast #wrestlingpodcast #prowrestling #samizayn #cmpunk

    1h 9m
  7. WWE Weekly Recap: Ringside Renaissance Invades SNME in Montreal

    JAN 23

    WWE Weekly Recap: Ringside Renaissance Invades SNME in Montreal

    WWE went to Europe… and Netflix said “LET’S EXPOSE EVERYBODY.” 😳 From the Triple H & R-Truth contract drama to the chaos of Unreal Season 2, the curtain is getting pulled back — and now it’s all leading to Saturday Night’s Main Event in Montreal, where Sami Zayn could make history in his hometown 🔥 Because Sami Zayn in Montreal hits different…and if WWE doesn’t pull the trigger, it might be another cold night in hell 🥶😈 On this episode of Ringside Renaissance (Rated RR), Kombat Jones & Very Deadly Jesse break down:• Sami Zayn’s hometown momentum and SNME predictions• Drew McIntyre’s reign after dragging Cody through 3 Stages of Hell• Cody Rhodes’ evolution and what’s coming next• Jacob Fatu’s role in the title picture• CM Punk vs Finn Bálor in Ireland — absolute banger• Gunther vs AJ Styles with careers and legacies on the line• Unreal Season 2 backstage fallout• Women’s division chaos, Royal Rumble speculation, and more 🎙️ As seen on Netflix. Busted Open approved.🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast. 🎧 Listen now and stay Rated RR. 🚗 Sponsor: TrueNorth Private Transport Flat-rate. Scheduled. No surge pricing.If timing matters, your ride is already locked in.👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5N… 👕 Ringside Renaissance Shop👉 https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.fourthwall.com/ 👑 As seen on Netflix🎙️ Busted Open approved🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast 📺 Available on Spotify, YouTube & all major platforms👍 Follow | 💬 Rate | 🔔 Subscribe to stay Rated RR 🙏 Big thanks to Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and the entire Busted Open Nation🎯 THANK YOU for helping us reach 20K Ringside Riders 🔗 Linktree (All Links):https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissancepod 📸 Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/ringside_renaissance 🎥 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenaissance ❌ X / Twitter:https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod 🎙️ Discord (Join the Community):https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4 👊 Kombat Jones (IG):https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones 🛒 Merch📱 Follow Ringside Renaissance Chapters: 00:00 — WWE’s European Tour & SNME in Montreal 🇨🇦03:07 — Drew McIntyre wins the title vs Cody Rhodes (3 Stages of Hell)05:36 — Jacob Fatu’s future & Cody Rhodes’ evolution09:50 — SmackDown sets up the Fatal Four Way contender match11:28 — Netflix’s WWE Unreal Season 2 breakdown15:52 — The rise of Kit Wilson 🚀18:19 — MFTs vs Wyatt Sicks (the never-ending story…)20:12 — Kevin Owens watch 👀21:51 — CM Punk vs Finn Bálor in Ireland23:34 — CM Punk’s championship run hitting different24:58 — Gunther vs AJ Styles: career on the line26:10 — Royal Rumble speculation & future feuds28:44 — AJ Styles and the future of TNA Impact33:16 — Maxxine Dupri vs Natalya (Nattie) feud35:42 — Becky Lynch in Ireland 🇮🇪36:22 — The Vision’s direction heading toward the Rumble38:18 — Finn Bálor spotlight39:32 — Judgment Day dynamics41:06 — Liv Morgan focus42:32 — Raquel Rodriguez: Big Mami Cool44:31 — Saturday Night’s Main Event predictions45:36 — Women’s Tag Team Championship discussion48:20 — Cody Rhodes vs Jacob Fatu preview51:07 — Fatal Four Way #1 Contender Match breakdown52:25 — Sami Zayn in Montreal 🔥53:28 — Wildcard match prediction54:54 — AEW check-in: MJF & Mercedes Moné55:50 — Closing thoughts & what’s next #WWE #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #WWENews #SaturdayNightsMainEvent #SamiZayn #Montreal #RoyalRumble #CMPunk #CodyRhodes #DrewMcIntyre #WrestlingTalk #WrestlingFans #RingsideRenaissance

    1 hr
  8. WWE Raw’s Stranger Things Crossover, CM Punk Retains, & What’s Next

    JAN 7

    WWE Raw’s Stranger Things Crossover, CM Punk Retains, & What’s Next

    The Ringside Renaissance Wrestling Podcast is back with a loaded episode breaking down WWE Raw’s 1-Year Netflix Anniversary and the highly anticipated Stranger Things crossover from Brooklyn, NY — plus a wild week across SmackDown in Buffalo. We give our honest, no-BS thoughts on the crossover presentation, separate real hype from fake rumors, and talk whether WWE actually capitalized on the moment. From title changes and roster movement to early Road to WrestleMania predictions, this episode covers everything shaping WWE’s next chapter. We dive into: CM Punk vs. Bron Breakker for the World Heavyweight Championship — and Punk retaining Drew McIntyre vs. Cody Rhodes heating up Randy Orton’s return and Matt Cardona rumors Jade Cargill & Giulia dominating as U.S. Champions WWE’s stacked women’s division, including Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky as Tag Champs Becky Lynch capturing the Intercontinental Championship NXT call-ups like Oba Femi and Trick Williams Royal Rumble and Elimination Chamber predictions SNME Montreal, pop-culture crossovers, and when real life is stranger than kayfabe We also talk why Steve Harrington’s aura with the full cast — and Djo’s “End of Beginning” — could've been the best part of the entire Stranger Things crossover. 🚗 Sponsored by TrueNorth Private TransportFlat-rate. Scheduled. No surge pricing. If timing matters, your ride is already locked in. https://www.facebook.com/share/1AZK5NQn8q/ 🎙️ Ringside Renaissance — Rated RRAs seen on Netflix. Busted Open approved.Unfiltered takes, real discussion, and wrestling without the corporate filter. 🛒 Grab Our New Merch:👉 Ringside Renaissance Shop https://ringsiderenaissance-shop.four...👑 As seen on Netflix 🎙️ Busted Open approved 🔥 Wrestling’s most dangerous podcast📺 Watch on YouTube & all major streaming platforms 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe to stay Rated RR🙏 Big thanks to Dave LaGreca, Bully Ray, and the whole Busted Open Nation!🎯 Thank YOU for helping us reach 20K Ringside Riders!Join The Renaissance — Like, Share, Comment, and Subscribe!📱 FOLLOW RINGSIDE RENAISSANCE EVERYWHERE🔗 Linktree (All Links):https://linktr.ee/RingsideRenaissance...📸 Instagram (Ringside Renaissance):https://www.instagram.com/ringside_re...🎙️ Discord (Join the Community):https://discord.gg/BAXyhhgJu4❌ X / Twitter:https://x.com/RRWrestlingpod🎥 TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@ringsiderenai...👊 Kombat Jones (Personal IG):https://www.instagram.com/kombat_jones⏱️ Episode Chapters 00:00 — WWE Raw x Stranger Things Crossover02:22 — So… That Stranger Things Episode05:21 — SmackDown Fallout (Buffalo, NY)06:34 — Drew McIntyre vs Cody Rhodes10:38 — Randy Orton Returns & Surprise Rumble Talk15:17 — Jade Cargill & Giulia Dominate17:11 — Chris Jericho Rumors18:27 — AEW & MJF Discussion19:44 — WWE Raw: Stranger Things Breakdown23:13 — WWE’s Women’s Division24:28 — Rhea Ripley & Iyo Sky Win Tag Titles26:30 — Je’Von Evans Signs with Raw26:53 — NXT Call-Ups: Oba Femi & Trick Williams27:40 — Becky Lynch Wins IC Title29:56 — Stranger Things Theme Disappointment31:51 — CM Punk vs Bron Breakker39:24 — World Heavyweight Championship Talk40:36 — Royal Rumble & Elimination Chamber41:28 — Steve Harrington & Djo42:17 — Sponsor: TrueNorth Private Transport42:47 — Early Road to WrestleMania Predictions50:43 — SNME Montreal Preview52:09 — When Real Life Is Stranger Than Kayfabe #WWE #WWERaw #StrangerThings #CMPunk #WrestleMania #RoyalRumble #WrestlingPodcast #ProWrestling #RingsideRenaissance #RatedRR

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Ringside Renaissance is a no-BS WWE wrestling podcast hosted by Kombat Jones and Very Deadly Jesse. From Royal Rumble to WrestleMania, we break down the moments fans argue about, the stories that matter, and the direction of WWE heading forward. As seen on Netflix and featured on Busted Open, Ringside Renaissance delivers bold takes, real discussion, and unapologetic wrestling talk. No scripts. No safe opinions. Welcome to the Renaissance. Built for fans who value passion, honesty, and long-term storytelling, every episode cuts through hype to debate what truly shapes modern wrestling. Period.

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  • Creator
    Ringside Renaissance
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    139
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Ringside Renaissance
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