Maddening Wrestling Takes

Ace and Mike Madden
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Maddening Wrestling Takes is the ultimate collision of generations, passion, and unapologetically wild opinions. Hosted by father-son duo Ace and Mike Madden, we dive headfirst into the world of professional wrestling—from classic Attitude Era heat to today's high spots and hot takes. No scripts. No filters. Just two die-hard fans clashing over the past, present, and future of the squared circle. Whether you're Team Old School or New Wave, there's a maddening take waiting for you. New episodes every week. Hit follow, and step into the ring with us!

  1. Turning Knight and Puppet Fight

    09/16/2025

    Turning Knight and Puppet Fight

    This week on Maddening Wrestling Takes, Mike and Ace dive into the chaos: LA Knight’s twists and turns, the Bloodline’s looming battles, and yes — the puppet feud that somehow stole the show. From Andrade walking out to Mania heading to Saudi Arabia, plus Brock’s ripped jeans and some maddening takes on Lesnar’s legacy, nothing is off-limits.

    57 min
  2. The One with the Tournament Finals

    09/08/2025

    The One with the Tournament Finals

    This week on Maddening Wrestling Takes, Ace and Mike push through some lingering coughs to break down a packed week in wrestling! We cover: WWE highlights: Kabuki Warriors, Cena’s emotional exchange with Sami Zayn, and Becky vs. Punk leading to AJ Lee’s shocking return after 10 years.NXT madness with Joe Hendry magic, Lash Legend’s rise, and DIY drama.AEW chaos: the Don Callis Family making waves, Darby Allin’s body bag antics, and faction wars heating up.The Maddening Wrestling Takes Fantasy Tag Team Tournament finals — Cody Rhodes & Jacob Fatu vs. Bron Breakker & El Hijo del Vikingo.Plus, our signature Maddening Takes: Is Dominik Mysterio really the most over luchador, and are five-star matches secretly killing wrestling?Unfiltered. Opinionated. Maddening.

    1h 8m
  3. Comeback of the Year!

    09/02/2025

    Comeback of the Year!

    After a one-week hiatus, Mike & Ace are BACK with more chaos than ever! 🔥 WWE Highlights: Sami Zayn’s big win, Logan Paul KO’s Cena, Dom keeps the gold in Paris, and Becky Lynch returns. 💥 AEW Madness: Forbidden Door fallout, Wardlow joins Don Callis Family, and the bizarre debut of Clon. ⚡ NXT Heatwave brings new champs, new contenders, and Ava shaking things up. 🎲 Fantasy Tag Bracket Round 2 heats up with dream matches you never thought you’d hear debated. 💭 Maddening Takes: AJ Lee’s potential comeback… and a wild vision for a WWE x AAA Draft. The comeback is real—and this episode is stacked.

    1 hr
  4. From Family Friendly to F* That

    08/19/2025

    From Family Friendly to F* That

    This week on Maddening Wrestling Takes, Mike and Ace cover it all: Io and Asuka’s split speeding up, Punk getting jumped again on Raw, and Sami Zayn making the jump to SmackDown alongside Jacob Fatu’s debut. NXT saw Joe Hendry return and Dark State dominate, while Drew McIntyre set his sights on Cody with a vicious new edge. Over in AEW, MJF got suckered, Edge & Christian reunited against the wrong team, and Tony Khan booked the most confusing “no rules” match yet. Plus, AAA TripleMania delivered Omos tossing Microman, a demon puppet fight, and Vikingo retaining thanks to AJ Styles. We kick off our new explicit era with Maddening Takes on Kross’ future and how to fix Raw’s tag division.

    1h 8m
  5. Post-Credit Pops & Contract Drops

    08/12/2025

    Post-Credit Pops & Contract Drops

    This week on Maddening Wrestling Takes, Mike and Ace dive deep into a wild week in wrestling — from surprise “post-credit” pops to shocking contract rumors. We recap all the chaos from Raw, NXT, SmackDown, Dynamite, and Collision, including Roman Reigns’ unexpected run-in, Charlotte’s cake-smashing segment, and the mystery surrounding Karrion Kross & Scarlett’s WWE status. Plus, our random tag team bracket heats up with surprising upsets, and we break down the latest WWE–ESPN deal and what it could mean for fans’ wallets. Buckle up — this one’s a mix of laughs, rants, and some seriously maddening takes.

    1h 15m
  6. The Biggest Podcast of the Summer!

    08/04/2025

    The Biggest Podcast of the Summer!

    The mics are hot, the drinks are cold, and Mike and Ace are back—rockin’ Hawaiian shirts and serving up scorching takes from the wrestling world! 🌴🍹 After a brief technical hiccup last week, we're back and making up for lost time. We kick things off with a heartfelt (and heated) tribute to the legacy of Hulk Hogan, then dive headfirst into round one results of our 16-team Random Tag Team Tournament—and yes, there were some upsets! 💥 We break down: AEW’s Texas Death Match debacle (again?!)The painful brilliance of SummerSlam Night 1 and Night 2Seth’s sneaky cash-in (Ace called it!)TLC mayhem with 12 (17) people and some crazy bumpsJelly Roll’s surprisingly solid debutWhy Roman’s back and Bronson still can’t catch a breakAnd why “The Vision” is more than just a catchy name 👀Whether you're Team Cody, Team Cena, or just Team “Stop Hitting Me with Chairs,” this episode is jam-packed with passion, predictions, and the kind of energy only a father-son duo can bring.

    1h 11m
  7. TNA Tries, Roman Flies, and the Bracket is Live

    07/22/2025

    TNA Tries, Roman Flies, and the Bracket is Live

    In this jam-packed episode of Maddening Wrestling Takes, Mike and Ace finally unveil the official lineup for their Random Tag Team Tournament, featuring 16 unique pairings of wrestlers who’ve never teamed before. They also dive into a full rundown of the week in wrestling, including: Roman Reigns’ shocking return on Raw and the setup for a major SummerSlam tag match.TNA Slammiversary's chaotic production, surprise moments like AJ Styles’ return, and questionable booking decisions.WWE’s potential “new faces” of the company—and whether the company is holding Jacob Fatu back.Hardy Boyz hot take: Ace drops the maddening take of the week—the Hardys were never good.All that plus tournament chatter, fantasy booking, and your weekly dose of unfiltered opinions.

    1 hr
  8. Bash, Evolution, All In, and V1P — Oh My!

    07/15/2025

    Bash, Evolution, All In, and V1P — Oh My!

    The Madhouse is back and reeling from the most jam-packed weekend in wrestling history! Mike and Ace break down four massive shows — NXT’s Great American Bash, WWE Evolution 2, AEW All In, and V1P Collision Course — all in one chaotic, hilarious, and brutally honest episode. We talk: Goldberg’s final(?) match and the unexpected retirement segmentLA Knight’s rise and Rollins’ real(?) injuryThe return of Jacob Fatu and the downfall of EVP power in AEWDustin Rhodes winning gold and Jelly Roll at SummerSlamV1P drama, titles changing hands, and the return of a monsterAnd yes… that move. You’ll know it when we get there. Wrestling broke our brains this week. And we’re absolutely here for it.

    1h 20m
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Maddening Wrestling Takes is the ultimate collision of generations, passion, and unapologetically wild opinions. Hosted by father-son duo Ace and Mike Madden, we dive headfirst into the world of professional wrestling—from classic Attitude Era heat to today's high spots and hot takes. No scripts. No filters. Just two die-hard fans clashing over the past, present, and future of the squared circle. Whether you're Team Old School or New Wave, there's a maddening take waiting for you. New episodes every week. Hit follow, and step into the ring with us!

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  • Creator
    Ace and Mike Madden
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    25
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Ace and Mike Madden