Wrestling with the Willeys

Joshua Willey

A wrestling podcast with my brothers and I. About everything wrestling.

  1. Jul 2

    WWE Night of Champions 2026 Highlights and WWE SummerSlam Predictions

    Join us as we review the key moments from Night of Champions, analyze the surprising match outcomes, and share our predictions for the upcoming SummerSlam. Whether you're a hardcore WWE fan or casual observer, get the inside scoop on this busy wrestling weekend. Main Content:   Recap of the Night of Champions event, including match outcomes and surprisesAnalysis of Oba Femi's performance and storyline progression with Brock LesnarDiscussion on the controversial decisions like forfeiting the title shot and storyline implicationsReview of the Queen of the Ring match between Io Sky and Liv Morgan, including celebrity involvement with DanhausenInsights into the Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker match and its storyline significanceBreakdown of the Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn triple threat match, highlighting the performance and booking decisionsCommentary on the pacing and length of matches across the event, including AEW comparisonDiscussion on the ongoing factions, the potential reunification of The Shield, and future storyline directionsPredictions for SummerSlam, including matches like Roman Reigns vs. Seth Rollins, Charlotte vs. Jade Cargill, and the likely card highlightsStrategic planning for upcoming WWE events, including episodes on All In and other promotionsTimestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and event overview 02:00 - Oba Femi's match and storyline with Brock Lesnar 05:30 - Raw aftermath and storyline adjustments 08:00 - Queen of the Ring: Io Sky vs Liv Morgan, Danhausen's curse 12:00 - Seth Rollins vs Bron Breakker match highlights 17:00 - WWE Triple Threat: Cody Rhodes, Gunther, Sami Zayn 21:00 - Match pacing and AEW comparison 26:00 - The Shield reunion speculation and storyline theories 30:00 - Predictions for SummerSlam: matches and storylines 33:50 - Wrap-up and upcoming content teasers

  2. Jun 26

    Wrestling with the Willey's: Clash in Italy Breakdown

    Summary In this episode of Wrestling with the Willey's podcast, hosts Josh and Jeremy discuss the recent Clash in Italy event, analyzing key matches including Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther and Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill. They delve into the implications of the King of the Ring tournament and the upcoming match between Oba Femi and Jey Uso, while also critiquing WWE's current direction and booking decisions. In this episode, Josh and Jeremy discuss the upcoming Night of Champions event, analyzing the matches and making predictions. They express their thoughts on the current state of WWE, including the oversaturation of certain stars and the dynamics within the Bloodline storyline. The conversation also touches on the Forbidden Door event and the implications of its match card. They conclude with reflections on their content plans and the need for more engagement with their audience. TakeawaysThe Clash in Italy event had several unexpected outcomes.Cody Rhodes' match with Gunther was disappointingly short.Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill's match showcased Jade's improvement.The King of the Ring tournament has intriguing matchups.Oba Femi's promo skills are gaining attention.WWE's storytelling has become predictable and lazy.Fans are growing tired of the bloodline storyline.Jey Uso's recent actions have drawn boos from the audience.The Queen of the Ring tournament features strong competitors.Booking decisions are causing frustration among fans. Liv Morgan is set to face Io Sky at Night of Champions.The overall quality of the recent PLE was disappointing.Becky Lynch's presence in title matches is questioned.Roman Reigns' character is becoming stale for some fans.The Knight of Champions card lacks main title matches.Forbidden Door's matchups are seen as excessive.Will Ospreay is expected to win at All In.Mercedes Mone's return raises questions about the Owen Cup.The hosts plan to increase their content output soon.Engagement with fans is a priority moving forward. Sound Bites 00:00 "I don't understand how..."07:38 "I think they need to like..."14:51 "Brock won in six minutes."17:43 "This is favoritism."18:36 "I think it was a quick match."26:05 "I'm so tired of Roman."35:19 "Mercedes Monet is gonna win." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Context Setting02:58 Clash in Italy Overview05:56 Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther Analysis09:00 Rhea Ripley vs. Jade Cargill Discussion11:53 King of the Ring Tournament Insights15:00 Oba Femi and Jey Uso Build-Up17:56 Queen of the Ring Tournament Overview19:38 Night of Champions Preview21:12 Match Analysis and Predictions23:32 Oversaturation of Stars26:05 Roman Reigns and the Bloodline Dynamics28:12 Knight of Champions Card Breakdown30:33 Forbidden Door Discussion34:14 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

  3. May 30

    WWE Clash in Italy 2026 Predictions & Key Storylines

    Join us as we break down the upcoming WWE Clash in Italy event, discussing potential match outcomes, storyline implications, and major surprises to watch for. Whether you're a hardcore wrestling fan or casual viewer, get the insights you need before the show hits Europe. Main topics covered: Predictions for key matches including Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther and Roman Reigns' title defenseStrategic storylines involving Brock Lesnar, Oba Femi, and Randy OrtonThe trajectory of title changes and future feudsWWE's booking trends and how they impact wrestlers' pushesMatch order and timing considerations for European broadcast viewersIn this episode: Predictions for the opening match between Cody Rhodes and Gunther, and potential match finish directionsDiscussion of Roman Reigns' upcoming title defense and possible heel turnsInsights into storyline developments involving Rhea Ripley, Jade Cargill, and upcoming feudsSpeculation on the outcomes of matches involving Sol Ruca, Becky Lynch, and othersAnalyzing WWE's overall booking strategies and their impact on the rosterTimestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview00:29 - Reflection on Clash in Italy's thematic similarities to Backlash00:53 - Discussion on recent match results and storyline implications01:06 - Analysis of Gunther's recent booking and results01:21 - Predictions for Brock Lesnar vs. Oba Femi, including who should win02:07 - Will Brock Lesnar start the PLE again?02:20 - The probable third match at SummerSlam and storyline foreshadowing03:24 - Potential for Cody Rhodes to win the title and commentary on storyline setups03:51 - The impact of Randy Orton possibly returning and interferencing04:11 - Logan Paul's injury and its implications for his WWE trajectory05:04 - Social media reactions and wrestler visibility05:24 - Discussions around the push for Logan Paul and Jelly Roll's roles06:03 - Match order predictions including Oba Femi vs. Brock Lesnar06:33 - Official announcement of Cody vs. Gunther as the opening match07:07 - The possibility of titles changing hands, especially Gunther’s title defense07:53 - Speculation about the main event involving Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu08:21 - Rhea Ripley's title match with Jade Cargill and future storyline plans09:11 - Bookings for Sol Ruca’s title shot and importance of her victory11:33 - Becky Lynch's title chances and her heel/face alignment debates12:48 - The importance of storyline consistency for emerging talents like Sol Ruca14:38 - Broader thoughts on WWE roster management and pushing new talent15:19 - The influence of Roman Reigns’ dominance and storyline repetition17:04 - Potential match outcomes for the WWE Universal Title with Roman or Jacob Fatu19:36 - The significance of Roman Reigns' position and possible champion shake-ups21:09 - The long-term effects of Roman's reign and match booking strategies22:24 - Final match predictions and European broadcast timing considerations23:34 - Upcoming WWE and AEW events, including Night of Champions and Forbidden Door26:46 - Wrap-up and upcoming podcast schedule; stay tuned for reaction episodes

  4. May 29

    AEW Double or Nothing 2026 Recap & Insights

    Join Josh and Jeremy as they break down AEW's Double or Nothing 2026 pay-per-view, discussing match outcomes, storylines, and their thoughts on the event's overall impact on wrestling. Whether you're a hardcore fan or just catching up, get the detailed scoop on this dynamic event. Main Topics: Highlights and short reviews of pre-show matches and main eventsAnalysis of ongoing AEW storylines, including the Owen Hart Cup and faction developmentsStorytelling, match pacing, and booking patterns across the cardInsights on wrestlers like Will Ospreay, Moxley, and MJF including their characters and match qualityBehind-the-scenes speculations on future matches and title picture directionKey Knowledge & Insights: Detailed breakdown of the Tag Team Eliminator and the roles of Viva Van and Zayda SteelThe significance of the stipulations in the Cage/Cope vs. FTR match and AEW's themed match choices tied to citiesThe recurring appearance of Boom and Doom on pay-per-view pre-shows and their unpredictable roleTechnical discussion on match storytelling, spot execution, and the ever-present finisher overuse problemThe impact of storyline cues like Samoa Joe's rumored leave, and the heel/face alignments influenced by AEW's booking choicesThe Owen Hart Cup's structure, participating wrestlers, and subsequent matches on upcoming Dynamite episodesCritical insights into match quality regarding AEW’s booking, star ratings, and subjective opinions on pay-per-view entertainmentTimestamps (Selected Highlights): 00:00 - Intro and event overview00:57 - Breakdown of Zayda Steel & Viva Van match and wrestler backgrounds02:22 - The weird booking of Death Riders and their ongoing role in AEW storylines05:08 - AEW's themed matches based on city settings and the predictability of match outcomes06:45 - Highlights of Cage/Cope vs. FTR and spot analysis of bizarre chair shots08:45 - Recap of dangerous yet longstanding AEW stunt segments and fire stunts12:45 - Discussion on the IWGP and AEW titles, title unification, and Takeshita vs. Okada match analysis18:03 - John Moxley vs. Kyle O'Reilly and the commonality of Moxley's repetitive match patterns22:36 - Will Ospreay vs. Bandito and overall tournament match reviews28:17 - The Thekla match and the physical transformation of wrestlers36:42 - MJF's title reign, streaks, and the predictable finish of the MJF vs. Darby Allin match38:29 - Post-pay-per-view fallout, upcoming AEW schedule, and predictions

  5. May 9

    WWE Backlash 2026 Predictions!!!

    Opening: In this episode, wrestling fans Jeremy Willey and Josh share their predictions for WWE Backlash, discuss the upcoming matches, and analyze the storylines leading into the event. If you're looking to get insights on potential outcomes and behind-the-scenes thoughts, this is the episode for you. Key Topics: A quick preview of WWE Backlash's card with a focus on the five matches announced Predictions for the opening match: Bron Breaker vs Seth Rollins, with insights into booking patterns  The storyline buildup involving the Street Profits, LA Knight, and potential shifts in tag team dynamics  Analysis of the main women's match: EOS Guy vs Asuka, including storyline context and possible tactics  The speculation around the mystery partner for Dan Housen vs The Miz and Kith Wilson  Predictions for Roman Reigns vs Jacob Fatu, including storyline implications and title defense considerations  Discussion of WWE's booking patterns and criticisms regarding match pacing and storytelling consistency  Insights into the potential future directions for wrestlers like Seth Rollins, Asuka, and Roman Reigns beyond Backlash  A brief overview of the event logistics, including start times and streaming details  Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and episode overview 00:14 - Jeremy humorously comments on the tone and energy 00:29 - Discussion on WWE Backlash and event enthusiasm 00:43 - Match predictions and card overview 00:52 - Expectations for the Bron Breaker vs Seth Rollins match 01:12 - Analyzing Raw build-up and booking patterns for Seth Rollins and Bron Breaker 01:38 - Upcoming matches: EO Sky vs Asuka, Trick Williams vs Sammy Zane 02:08 - Initial predictions for EO Sky vs Asuka, with storyline context 02:34 - Predictions for Trick Williams vs Sammy Zane, including recent storyline developments 03:07 - Exploring the mystery partner for Dan Housen with fan theories and potential choices 04:13 - Theories about possible partners, including Ron Cena, Ron Killings, and CM Punk 05:26 - Discussion about the impact of these reveals on

  6. May 7

    WWE WrestleMania 42 Night 1 & 2 Recap and Analysis

    Chatting about the highs and lows of WWE WrestleMania 42 — from unexpected outcomes to match flow concerns and backstage dynamics, plus a look ahead at upcoming WWE events. Main Topics Covered: Night 1 & 2 match summaries, standout moments, and fan reactionsNotable wrestler injuries, storylines, and potential future feudsWWE roster changes, releases, and roster shake-upsCommentary on match timing, booking decisions, and backstage atmospherePredictions and expectations for WWE Backlash and other upcoming PPVsKey Insights: Night 2 flow was perceived as smoother than Night 1, despite shorter match timesJudgment Day storyline, especially Finn Balor’s match tactics, discussed as ineffectiveInsight into WWE roster cuts, with a significant release of the Wyatt Sicks and other backstage issuesNotable commentaries on wrestler promo skills, backstage behavior, and the influence of contract structuresProfessional wrestler injuries, especially neck issues, and impact on storyline progressionUnderwhelming reactions and crowd engagement insights, including Pat McAfee’s surprise return attemptsWWE’s marketing strategies with merchandise, ad saturation, and the influence of external corporate interestsPredictions for upcoming matches like Seth Rollins vs. Bron Breakker, and novel matchups involving Danhausen, AEW talent, and potential surprisesTimestamps: 00:00 - Introduction and overview of WrestleMania nights 02:05 - Expedition 33 gameplay surprises in the podcast 04:12 - Night 1 vs Night 2 flow and match duration analysis 06:45 - Night 2 main event discussion: Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes 12:00 - Roster cuts and WWE emerging themes post-WrestleMania 16:30 - Paiges’ return and wrestler injuries 22:00 - WWE merchandise, ad saturation, and external corporate influence 28:00 - Predictions for Backlash: matchups and storyline setups 33:00 - Headlining matches and potential title shifts 38:00 - Backstage dynamics: leaks, releases, and contract restructures 42:00 - WWE star behaviors, promo skills, and backstage interactions 49:00 - Audience engagement, crowd reactions, and Pat McAfee’s segment 55:00 - Future wrestler storyline possibilities and roster moves

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A wrestling podcast with my brothers and I. About everything wrestling.