Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast

Wrestling Is Real Podcast
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Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of professional wrestling since 2012, the Wrestling Is Real Podcast, with your host @KingOfPodcasts, offers in-depth, bold, and uncensored commentary. We go beyond the surface to analyze the intricate storylines, pivotal TV moments, and creative directions across all major promotions including WWE, AEW, TNA, MLW, NWA, and more. Expect insightful critiques, passionate debate, and a commitment to exploring why some angles captivate us and others fall flat. If you're looking for a podcast that truly understands the psychology and spectacle of wrestling and isn't afraid to speak its mind, you're in the right place. We're here for the highlights and the low blows, because wrestling needs us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

  1. 17h ago

    Oba Femi Overrules The Beast Inside Hell in a Cell: SummerSlam Saturday

    In a night packed with high-stakes drama and championship retentions, WWE SummerSlam Saturday delivered an unforgettable spectacle—headlined by a star-making, star-shattering moment.  The Ruler" Oba Femi achieved the unthinkable, stepping inside the ruthless confines of Hell in a Cell and defeating "The Beast" Brock Lesnar in a brutal, passing-of-the-torch war.  Elsewhere on the card, CM Punk outlasted "The American Nightmare" Cody Rhodes to retain his Undisputed WWE Championship, while Liv Morgan kept her hold on the Women’s World Title against IYO SKY.  The explosive night also saw "The Ring General" Gunther force Nick Aldis to submit, Fatal Influence dominate wrestling royalty by defeating the returning Bella Twins and Paige, and the powerhouse trio of Royce Keys, Solo Sikoa, and LA Knight pick up a massive six-man tag victory over Jimmy Uso, Jey Uso, and Jacob Fatu.  Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    Oba Femi Overrules The Beast Inside Hell in a Cell: SummerSlam Saturday

  2. 3d ago

    SummerSlam Serving Stale Stunted and Stupified Storytelling

    WWE is pulling out all the stops to mask a bloated, bafflingly booked match card by relying on cheap nostalgia, forced interferences, and convoluted paths to title contention.  Sami Zayn’s reward for main-event chaos is yet another artificial hoop to jump through against Finn Bálor, while Nick Aldis’ sudden interference serves as a convenient scapegoat to stall Gunther’s momentum.  Over in the women’s division, the sudden arrival of Fatal Influence quickly devolved into predictable territory, relying on a surprise return from Nikki Bella to inject actual interest into a haphazardly slapped-together tag match.  Rounding out the desperation is Baron Corbin immediately sliding back into the United States Championship picture despite months away, proving that while the names on the marquee might be big, the creative direction heading into this two-night spectacle is running on absolute fumes. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    SummerSlam Serving Stale Stunted and Stupified Storytelling

  3. 6d ago

    London Calling: AEW Redemption Sets the Final Stage for All In

    AEW Redemption 2026 delivered a night of intense action and pivotal momentum shifts, serving purely as the crucial launchpad for next month’s massive spectacle, AEW All In London.  With foundational storylines solidifying and top contenders staking their claims—highlighted by "Speedball" Mike Bailey punching his ticket for a future title shot in a chaotic six-way ladder match, major title defenses from Kenny Omega, Willow Nightingale, and Kyle Fletcher, and brutal marquee victories from the Young Bucks, Cage & Cope, and "The Painmaker" Chris Jericho—every outcome directly calibrated the landscape for Wembley Stadium.  As the fallout settles, all roads, rivalries, and championship trajectories are officially set for AEW's return to London next month. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    London Calling: AEW Redemption Sets the Final Stage for All In

  4. Jul 25

    KOP Reacts to the new WWE Radio on Sirius XM

    WWE and SiriusXM just announced the launch of WWE Radio, promising exclusive coverage, wrestler interviews, and round-the-clock commentary. But behind the flashy press release and corporate fanfare lies a fundamental truth that wrestling fans need to face: this entire deal is nothing more than hot air taking up satellite bandwidth. In this episode, KingOfPodcasts cuts through the corporate PR hype to react to the announcement and deliver an unfiltered breakdown of why this new channel fails to move the needle for real fans. The biggest issue with WWE Radio is the inherent flaw of corporate-sanctioned audio content. When a wrestling promotion controls the microphone, you are never getting genuine analysis, objective commentary, or real insights. Instead, listeners are treated to a sanitized, heavily scripted corporate narrative designed solely to sell pay-per-views and protect brand image. In today's digital media landscape, fan commentary and independent wrestling podcasts have completely revolutionized how we consume wrestling news, leaving rigid, corporate-controlled radio channels completely redundant. Ultimately, this channel is a solution in search of a problem, offering little to no actual value to anyone who follows the industry closely. We dive deep into what was promised versus what will actually be delivered, examining why corporate fluff can never replace authentic voice and why this latest deal is completely insignificant. Tune in to get the full reaction, hear why you shouldn't care about the noise, and catch the real story behind WWE's latest audio venture. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    KOP Reacts to the new WWE Radio on Sirius XM

  5. Jul 23

    SummerSlam Booking Debacle or WWE Unreal Misuse of Rising Stars

    WWE finds itself mired in a mounting SummerSlam booking crisis, trading internal creative direction for corporate publicity stunts while leaving its rising stars out in the cold. With sluggish ticket sales forcing ticket discounts—and wrestling legend Jim Ross pointing out that the company currently lacks a single "white-hot" star—WWE's priorities have come under heavy fire.  The recent *Saturday Night's Main Event* and Fanatics Fest press coverage highlighted management's obsessive focus on mainstream clout, featuring appearances from Tom Brady, Logan Paul, Jalen Brunson, and Karl-Anthony Towns, which insider Bryan Alvarez blasted as an embarrassing fixation on celebrity approval.  This distraction has trickled down to a dismal creative output, exemplified by a recent *Monday Night Raw* bloated with video packages, recaps, zero women's matches, repetitive Bloodline endings, and randomly thrown-together SummerSlam bouts like Danhausen versus Dominik Mysterio—a gimmick Dave Meltzer warns is already being run into the ground.  To make matters worse, Netflix's *WWE: Unreal* exposed creative timidness at the top: former breakout prospect Bron Breakker was stripped of his original 2026 Royal Rumble win due to management's fear of "shoving him down fans' throats," only for him to be relegated to an enforcer role for Austin Theory on Raw. By prioritizing mainstream media moments over meaningful character progression, WWE's current road to SummerSlam continues to alienate its core audience. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    SummerSlam Booking Debacle or WWE Unreal Misuse of Rising Stars

  6. Jul 16

    Stagnant SummerSlam Build or Saturday Night Main Event With No Hype

    WWE’s creative momentum has ground to a screeching halt, leaving fans completely checked out of the stagnant build toward SummerSlam and facing a historically weak lineup for this weekend’s Saturday Night’s Main Event.  From the forced, repetitive dynamics of the Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns rivalry—where Reigns' best jab is mocking Rollins' "fake" Money in the Bank injury—to a roster delivering uninspired, generic promos, the spark is officially gone.  The booking continues to baffle: Solo Sikoa is building bizarre makeshift alliances with LA Knight, a hostile Lyra Valkyria is randomly unhinged on Bayley, and Otis’s emotional crowd-pleasing moments are being cut short by chaotic, senseless decimation.  Worse yet, Bryan Alvarez highlighted the absolute squandering of Gunther’s dominant retirement run, which has flopped into consecutive losses to Cody Rhodes and a baffling SummerSlam match against a General Manager. With Saturday Night’s Main Event offering a bizarre, lackluster card featuring Danhausen vs. JD McDonagh in a No DQ match, Paige and Brie Bella defending their tag titles against Fatal Influence, and a highly predictable CM Punk/Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther/Sami Zayn tag match, WWE is severely testing the patience of its universe at the worst possible time. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    Stagnant SummerSlam Build or Saturday Night Main Event With No Hype

  7. Jul 9

    Sami Zayn Cup of Coffee Title Reign Starts Sluggish SummerSlam Slump

    WWE’s creative engine is grinding gears on the road to *SummerSlam*, heavily exposed by historic low viewership numbers for *Raw* and an increasingly stagnant main-event scene.  While a show-long CM Punk storyline tries to buffer the bleeding, the broader build feels sluggish as TKO tightens its corporate belt—refusing to shell out massive contracts for aging stars while reserving mega-money exclusively for perceived "money players."  This corporate mindset was on full display with Sami Zayn’s lightning-fast title loss; reports indicate WWE brass still views Zayn as a "good hand" rather than a mainstream, ticket-selling heavyweight.  This has ignited a furious debate over whether WWE's reliance on workhorse stars is alienating the casual audience, with critics claiming champions like Zayn look more like taxi drivers than heavyweights, while defenders point to internet-era metrics and historical anomalies like Mick Foley to prove that modern drawing power has evolved past the traditional look. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    Sami Zayn Cup of Coffee Title Reign Starts Sluggish SummerSlam Slump

  8. Jul 2

    SummerSlam Suffers From Flawed and Backpocket Main Event Booking

    WWE’s creative landscape is heading toward a chaotic SummerSlam season, highlighted by divisive booking choices and a reliance on familiar safety nets. Eyebrows are raising over the handling of Oba Femi, who is experiencing a flawed build after turning down a golden title opportunity in favor of an intensely dangerous, yet arguably premature, Hell in a Cell collision with Brock Lesnar.  Meanwhile, the Triple H regime continues its pattern of "backpocket booking," pulling the trigger on a predictable but high-profile challenge between Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns to anchor the premium live event.  Compounding the creative criticism is the bizarre addition of Danhausen’s supernatural "curse" angle overlapping with top-tier women's division star Liv Morgan, which fans argue detaches from her momentum.  Finally, the newly crowned Undisputed WWE Champion Sami Zayn is facing significant scrutiny, as his heel turn and sudden defensive posture have left fans deeply divided over his legitimacy at the top of the card. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support. Contact KOP for professional podcast production, imaging, and web design services at http://www.kingofpodcasts.com Support KOP by subscribing to his YouTube channel and search for King Of Podcasts Follow KOP on X and TikTok @kingofpodcasts (F Meta!) Listen to KOP’s other programs, Podcasters Row… and the Wrestling is Real Wrestling Podcast and The Broadcasters Podcast. Buy KOP a Coffee https://buymeacoffee.com/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=3TAB983ZQPNVL Drop KOP a Venmo https://account.venmo.com/u/kingofpodcasts Drop KOP a CashApp https://cash.app/$kingofallpodcasts

    SummerSlam Suffers From Flawed and Backpocket Main Event Booking
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Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of professional wrestling since 2012, the Wrestling Is Real Podcast, with your host @KingOfPodcasts, offers in-depth, bold, and uncensored commentary. We go beyond the surface to analyze the intricate storylines, pivotal TV moments, and creative directions across all major promotions including WWE, AEW, TNA, MLW, NWA, and more. Expect insightful critiques, passionate debate, and a commitment to exploring why some angles captivate us and others fall flat. If you're looking for a podcast that truly understands the psychology and spectacle of wrestling and isn't afraid to speak its mind, you're in the right place. We're here for the highlights and the low blows, because wrestling needs us! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-is-real-wrestling-podcast--1559158/support.

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    Wrestling Is Real Podcast
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2026
  • Episodes
    947
  • Rating
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