Turnbuckle Talk

Karl Karufel
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Weekly Pro Wrestling podcast with your Host Karl Karufel & Special Guests. In association with Turnbuckle Studios and the Turnbuckle Affiliation Program

  1. FEB 11

    You Can't Show That | Turnbuckle Talk Episode 461

    WrestleMania streaming blackout? WWE geo-restriction controversy? Fans blocked from watching near the venue? In Turnbuckle Talk Episode 461, we break down the potential fallout if WWE limits WrestleMania access within a set mile radius — and why this could ignite massive backlash across the WWE Universe. What happens when The Showcase of the Immortals becomes the hardest event to watch? We analyze the rumored WWE policy that could prevent WrestleMania from being streamed, aired, or viewed near the host city, and how it may impact Peacock streaming, WWE media rights, watch parties, local businesses, piracy risks, and VPN workarounds. Is this a bold move to drive ticket sales… or a PR disaster in the making? In this episode: How a WrestleMania blackout could hurt WWE fans The impact on Peacock, streaming rights, and media partners Why geo-blocking may increase illegal streams and VPN usage The economic hit to local watch parties and businesses Historical sports blackout rules compared to WWE Why this could become one of the biggest WrestleMania controversies ever If you follow WWE news, WrestleMania updates, and wrestling business decisions, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. Could WWE accidentally make WrestleMania the most pirated event of the year? #WrestleMania, #WWE, #WWENews, #WrestlingNews, #PeacockWWE, #WWEStreaming, #WrestleManiaBlackout, #WWEControversy, #WWEFans, #ProWrestling, #WWENetflix 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your thoughts on this potential WWE decision 🔔 Subscribe for WWE news, AEW news, wrestling podcasts, and industry analysis 📌 Turnbuckle Studios Links 🎥 YouTube: @turnbuckle_studios 🎮 Twitch: Twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios 🌐 Website: Turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Merch: Turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite: cwecanada.ca 💖 Support Turnbuckle Talk: paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Social Media Facebook & Instagram: Turnbucklestudios 👥 Meet the Hosts Turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    1 hr

  2. FEB 11

    AJ Styles Retires at Royal Rumble | Turnbuckle Talk Episode 460

    AJ Styles retires at WWE Royal Rumble after losing to Gunther in a shocking match that ended the career of The Phenomenal One. WWE Royal Rumble AJ Styles retirement has the wrestling world reacting. The WWE Royal Rumble 2026 delivered one of the most emotional moments in wrestling history as AJ Styles retired following a brutal loss to Gunther. Fans across the wrestling community are reacting to AJ Styles’ retirement, calling it the end of an era in WWE. In Turnbuckle Talk Episode 460 we break down the AJ Styles vs Gunther Royal Rumble match, AJ Styles retirement reaction, AJ Styles WWE career highlights, and a full AJ Styles career retrospective from TNA, NJPW, and WWE. We discuss: AJ Styles vs Gunther full Royal Rumble moment AJ Styles retirement reaction from fans AJ Styles, WWE championship history, AJ Styles best matches in WWE, TNA, NJPW, What AJ Styles retirement means for WWE moving forward AJ Styles retirement at Royal Rumble is being called one of the most shocking WWE moments in recent history. Share your favorite AJ Styles moments and your reaction to AJ Styles retiring at the Royal Rumble. #AJStyles #WWERoyalRumble #RoyalRumble #WWE #Gunther #AJStylesRetirement #WrestlingNews #WWEHighlights #WrestlingCommunity 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your thoughts on WWE signings and wrestler transfers 🔔 Subscribe for more WWE news, AEW news, wrestling podcasts, athlete transformations, and sports controversies 📌 Turnbuckle Studios Links 🎥 YouTube: @turnbuckle_studios 🎮 Twitch: Twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios 🌐 Website: Turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Merch: Turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite: cwecanada.ca 💖 Support Turnbuckle Talk: paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Social Media Facebook & Instagram: Turnbucklestudios 👥 Meet the Hosts Turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    57 min

  3. JAN 28

    Powerhouse Hobbs Joins WWE! Shocking AEW Move | Turnbuckle Talk

    🔥 SHOCKING WWE SIGNING: Powerhouse Hobbs Jumps to WWE! Turnbuckle Talk Episode 459 The wrestling world just got flipped upside down! 😱 In a move NOBODY saw coming, Powerhouse Hobbs has officially signed with WWE — and the ripple effects are massive across WWE, AEW, and pro wrestling. On this episode of Turnbuckle Talk, we break down everything you need to know about Powerhouse Hobbs joining WWE, including: • Why Powerhouse Hobbs left AEW • How WWE landed Hobbs in secret • Which brand he could debut on (RAW, SmackDown, or NXT) • Dream matches and rivalries in WWE • What this means for WWE’s powerhouse division • Backstage rumors, creative plans, and fantasy booking From WWE news to AEW updates, insider rumors, and long-term creative implications, we cover it all. If you're a fan of WWE, AEW, wrestling podcasts, or pro wrestling news, this is an episode you cannot miss. 🔥 Is Powerhouse Hobbs the next dominant force in WWE? 🔥 Will Hobbs get an instant main-roster push? 🔥 Who should be his first WWE feud? Hit play, join the debate, and stay ahead of the biggest wrestling news story of the week. 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your thoughts on WWE signings and wrestler transfers 🔔 Subscribe for more WWE news, AEW news, wrestling podcasts, athlete transformations, and sports controversies 📌 Turnbuckle Studios Links 🎥 YouTube: @turnbuckle_studios 🎮 Twitch: Twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios 🌐 Website: Turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Merch: Turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite: cwecanada.ca 💖 Support Turnbuckle Talk: paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Social Media Facebook & Instagram: Turnbucklestudios 👥 Meet the Hosts Turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    58 min

  4. JAN 28

    When AI Goes Off The Ropes : WWE's Viral Image Blunder | Turnbuckle Talk Ep 458 | January 20 2026

    WWE just made one of its most embarrassing digital mistakes ever — and the internet noticed immediately. In this video, we break down the viral WWE AI image fail that has taken over social media and wrestling news feeds. What was meant to be a cutting-edge promotional graphic turned into a worldwide controversy when fans spotted a shocking error created by artificial intelligence. You’ll discover: • What the WWE AI image mistake really was • How fans exposed the error in minutes • Why the image went viral across X, Instagram, and Reddit • WWE’s response to the backlash • How AI is changing wrestling promotion forever • The danger of relying on artificial intelligence in sports entertainment As WWE continues experimenting with AI technology, this moment may become a turning point in how wrestling companies use automation, digital art, and promotion. Is this just a harmless mistake… or the beginning of a bigger problem for WWE and the future of wrestling media? 👇 Listen now, leave your thoughts in the comments, and subscribe for Pro Wrestling news, rumors, and backstage stories. 🔥 👍 Like the Episode 💬 Comment your thoughts on AI being used in the Industry 🔔 Subscribe for more WWE stories, wrestling podcasts, athlete transformations, and sports controversies 📌 Turnbuckle Studios Links 🎥 YouTube: @turnbuckle_studios 🎮 Twitch: Twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios 🌐 Website: Turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Merch: Turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite: cwecanada.ca 💖 Support Turnbuckle Talk: paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Social Media: Facebook & Instagram: Turnbucklestudios 👥 Meet the Hosts: Turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    1 hr

  5. JAN 14

    One DM Can Change Your Destiny | Turnbuckle Talk Episode 457

    Izzy Dame’s volleyball ban in Cyprus changed everything—until one unexpected WWE DM rewrote her destiny. In this must-listen to wrestling podcast episode, we break down the full story of Izzy Dame, the shocking volleyball ban in Cyprus, and how a single direct message from WWE transformed her future from uncertainty to opportunity. Izzy Dame was on a clear path toward a professional volleyball career when her time overseas came to a sudden halt. The Cyprus volleyball ban forced her into an identity crisis that many athletes fear—when the sport you love is taken away, what comes next? This episode explores: The truth behind Izzy Dame’s volleyball ban in Cyprus How adversity forced a complete mindset shift The moment a WWE DM changed her life How Izzy Dame transitioned from volleyball to professional wrestling Why WWE saw potential when her original dream collapsed Rather than letting the setback define her, Izzy Dame used it as fuel. What followed was a career redirection into WWE, proving that sometimes the closed door you fear most is the one that leads you where you’re truly meant to be. This is more than a wrestling story—it’s a real-life comeback story about resilience, belief, and recognizing opportunity when it appears unexpectedly. If you’re a WWE fan, a sports fan, or someone searching for motivation after rejection or failure, this episode delivers powerful insight you won’t forget. 👉 Watch now and discover how one message changed Izzy Dame’s destiny forever. 👍 Help Us Grow 👍 Like the video 💬 Comment your thoughts on Izzy Dame’s journey 🔔 Subscribe for more WWE stories, wrestling podcasts, athlete transformations, and sports controversies 📌 Turnbuckle Studios Links 🎥 YouTube: @turnbuckle_studios 🎮 Twitch: Twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios 🌐 Website: Turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Merch: Turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite: cwecanada.ca 💖 Support Turnbuckle Talk: paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Social Media: Facebook & Instagram: Turnbucklestudios 👥 Meet the Hosts: Turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    1h 14m

  6. JAN 7

    Who Won Turnbuckle Studios Awards 2025?

    🔥 Turnbuckle Studios 2025 Awards Show | Best Wrestling Moments, Matches & Creators of the Year 🔥 The biggest night of the year in independent wrestling media is here! 🎉 Welcome to the Turnbuckle Studios 2025 Awards Show, where we celebrate the best wrestling moments of 2025, honoring the matches, creators, storylines, and unforgettable highlights that defined the year. From shocking surprises and emotional victories to fan-favorite moments and industry-shaping achievements, this awards show captures everything wrestling fans loved in 2025. 🏆 Who won the top Turnbuckle Studios Awards? 🎤 Which wrestling moments broke the internet? 💥 What surprises left fans speechless? Whether you’ve followed Turnbuckle Studios all year or you’re discovering us for the first time, this is a must-watch wrestling awards show for fans of WWE, independent wrestling, wrestling podcasts, and content creators. 👉 Hit play, relive the best of 2025 wrestling, and tell us in the comments who YOU think deserved the wins! 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe for more wrestling news, podcasts, interviews, and exclusive Turnbuckle Studios content 📌 For ALL your wrestling content needs, subscribe & follow Turnbuckle Studios: ▶️ YouTube:    / @turnbuckle_studios   🎮 Twitch: twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios  🌐 Website: turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Merch Store: turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 Friends of the Channel: CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite – cwecanada.ca 💖 Support Turnbuckle Talk: paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Follow us on Social Media: Facebook & Instagram: TurnbuckleStudios 👥 Meet the Hosts: turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    57 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    Something Strange Is Coming to WWE RAW | Turnbuckle Talk Episode 456 | December 30 2025

    The worlds of sports entertainment and the Upside Down are about to collide — and Monday nights may never be the same again. 👀🔥 As Monday Night RAW approaches its one-year anniversary, WWE is teaming up with Stranger Things for a crossover that feels straight out of Hawkins… and straight into the squared circle. From eerie visuals to nostalgic vibes and larger-than-life personalities, this collaboration promises a celebration that blends RAW’s legacy with the supernatural energy of one of pop culture’s biggest phenomena. Will the arena feel different? Will familiar faces take on a darker edge? And what surprises are lurking just beneath the surface? One thing’s for sure — this isn’t just an anniversary… it’s an event. Fans of WWE, Stranger Things, or both should keep their eyes peeled, because when RAW meets the Upside Down, anything can happen. 🎬 📺 Monday nights are about to get strange. Don’t blink. 👍 Like 💬 Comment your thoughts 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into wrestling history and real-life controversies 📌 For ALL your wrestling needs, subscribe to us at the following channels: YouTube:    / @turnbuckle_studios   Twitch: www.Twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios 🌐 Peep our new website: www.turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Check out the new store for all your Turnbuckle Studios Merch: www.turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 Also check out our friends at CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite: http://cwecanada.ca 💖 How to support Turnbuckle Talk anytime: http://paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Connect with us on social media: Facebook & Instagram: Turnbucklestudios Find information on all the hosts of Turnbuckle Studios: www.turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    1 hr

  8. 12/30/2025

    Mick Foley's Breaking Point | Turnbuckle Talk Episode 455 | December 23 2025

    Mick Foley’s Breaking Point: Why He Quit WWE Over Donald Trump | Turnbuckle Talk Episode 455 Mick Foley is one of the most respected figures in professional wrestling—but even legends have a breaking point. In this video, we break down why Mick Foley stepped away from WWE, the controversy surrounding WWE’s relationship with Donald Trump, and how Foley’s personal values ultimately led him to walk away from the company he helped define. We explore a timeline of events, fan reactions, WWE’s response, and how this decision could reshape Foley’s legacy inside and outside the wrestling world. Was this a moment of moral courage—or a turning point that changed his relationship with WWE forever? If you’re a fan of wrestling history, wrestling controversies, or Mick Foley’s career, this is a story you won’t want to miss. Watch until the end for the lasting impact of one of the most talked-about decisions in modern wrestling. 👍 Like 💬 Comment your thoughts 🔔 Subscribe for more deep dives into wrestling history and real-life controversies 📌 For ALL your wrestling needs, subscribe to us at the following channels: YouTube:    / @turnbuckle_studios   T witch: www.Twitch.tv/turnbucklestudios 🌐 Peep our new website: www.turnbucklestudios.org 🛍️ Check out the new store for all your Turnbuckle Studios Merch: www.turnbucklestudios.org/shop 🤝 Also check out our friends at CWE Canada’s Wrestling Elite: http://cwecanada.ca 💖 How to support Turnbuckle Talk anytime: http://paypal.me/jkpodcast 📱 Connect with us on social media: Facebook & Instagram: Turnbucklestudios Find information on all the hosts of Turnbuckle Studios: www.turnbucklestudios.org/hosts

    55 min
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About

Weekly Pro Wrestling podcast with your Host Karl Karufel & Special Guests. In association with Turnbuckle Studios and the Turnbuckle Affiliation Program

Information

  • Creator
    Karl Karufel
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    461
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2022 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Turnbuckle Talk