Liam and Gareth take a look at pro wrestling outside of the WWE & AEW bubble. From the indies to New Japan, this is your one stop shop to keep up with all the happenings across the wrestling world.
The boys chat with ChocoPro’s Asia Dream Tag Team Champions, Mei Suruga and Baliyan Akki – the Best Bros!
In a wide-ranging conversation, the Best Bros discuss what it means to be champions, ChocoPro 100 and much, much more!
Elsewhere, Liam and Gareth recap the epic tag team main event of PWA Black Label’s Velocities vs Aussie Open.
Thank goodness it’s Friday!
The boys have been glued to the TV this week as they breathlessly cover Pro Wrestling NOAH’s The Glory 2021, Camp Leapfrog’s Frog, IMPACT’s Rebellion, Pro Wrestling Magic’s Red Letter Day, *inhale* NJPW Strong, and MV Young’s PolyAm Cult Part 3!
GCW’s annual festival of wrestling, known as The Collective, was upon us last week, with shows including Spring Break, Big Gay Bunch, The Acid Cup and more.
Inside the Ropes’ own Sondra Ruth returns to chat through the event(s) with Liam and Gareth, as well as to discuss the current state of the US indies and WWE’s latest round of talent cuts.
For more from Sondra, give her a follow on Twitter at @SondraRuthITR and check out the Inside the Ropes and Queen Street Posse podcasts And for more from us, why not check out our socials: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.Our thanks, as always, to Rob Hawkins (@rob_hawkins) for our theme song!.
Two exciting shows to discuss this week.
The boys are dipping into Major League Wrestling this week, where podcast favourites Jacob Fatu and Calvin Tankman collided for the MLW World Title.
Then Liam and Gareth head straight over to Ichigaya Chocolate Square for ChocoPro’s two day anniversary special, ChocoPro #100.
To keep yourself topped up during the week, why not tune in to our socials at @Inside_TheRopes, @wrstlingpod, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
The man Rob Hawkins (@rob_hawkins) is the guy to thank for our banging intro!
This week, The Wrstling Podcast presents a Woolworths inspired pick ‘n’ mix segment of the boy’s favourite matches of the past week, with entries from Impact, NOAH, New Japan and ChocoPro.
Elsewhere, Liam and Gareth pay their first visit to SEAdLINNNG, where ASUKA and Rina Yamashita clash for the vacant Beyond The Sea Single Championship!
For more content, please follow @Inside_TheRopes, @wrstlingpod, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
A big thanks to @rob_hawkins for our theme song, as always.
Two very different shows from the Cyber Fight stable are on tap this week, as Liam and Gareth delve into Pro Wrestling NOAH and Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling.
NOAH’s latest offering has all of the hard-hitting puro action you might expect, whilst TJPW present a tag team tournament filled with great characters and even better action.
As if that wasn’t enough, ITR writer Beth Harris returns to lend her Joshi experience to the TJPW conversation.
For more content throughout the week, why not check out our socials: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
Our thanks, as always, to Rob Hawkins (@rob_hawkins) for killing the theme song business!.
It’s a Stardom special on this week’s edition of The Wrstling Podcast, with the boys dedicating an entire episode to the historic All Star Dream Cinderella show.
Liam and Gareth provide a complete run through of the card, which featured several title matches, two inter-promotional battles with SEAdLINNNG and the epic main event, a hair vs hair match between Giulia and Tam Nakano.
So grab a drink, get yourself comfy and settle down as The Wrstling Podcast delves into Stardom’s biggest show to date.
If you’re a fan of the show and want to hear more, please consider following our socials for more grappling goodness throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
Our thanks, as always, to Rob Hawkins (@rob_hawkins) for our bump of a theme tune.
This week, the podcast with no ‘E steps in to overdrive with not one but TWO guests!
Joining Liam and Gareth to discuss Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport event is fellow Inside the Ropes podcaster KJ, who’ll be offering his insight as both a pro wrestling and Mixed Martial Arts fan!
Following this, the boys are heading back to Japan to discuss Ice Ribbon’s RE:BORN show with ITRwrestling.com’s newest contributor (and Joshi wrestling enthusiast) Beth Harris.
It’s a jam packed episode that reaches across the pro wrestling spectrum as only The Wrstling Podcast can!
You can follow KJ at @ThatKJGuy and check out his podcasts including The Wrestling Roast (@RoastyToastyITR), Pod of Thunder and Roped In (@RopedInPod).
Beth can be found on Twitter at @oedocorpse and on Instagram at joshi_central.
If you’re enjoying the content, please consider following our socials for more fun throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
As always, our thanks to Rob Hawkins (@rob_hawkins) for our banging theme tune.
This week, the boys are splitting their time between the happenings in DDT, Pro Wrestling NOAH and a very special interview.
Firstly, Liam and Gareth will be discussing DDT Pro Wrestling’s Kawasaki Strong, with a bit of cross-examination with the main event of Pro Wrestling NOAH’s Destination show.
Then, in the first of a two part introduction to Japanese joshi promotion Ice Ribbon, the boys are joined by grappler Yappy who takes them through the company’s heritage, its place in the joshi scene and of course, her own experiences in pro wrestling.
Perfect as a ‘jumping on’ point for fans interested in trying Ice Ribbon and hugely insightful for anyone interested in the joshi wrestling scene as a whole.
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
It’s an Australia special this week on The Wrstling Podcast, as Gareth takes a trip down memory lane by recounting his time living and watching the graps down under.
The lads are joined by Melbourne City Wrestling champion and ROH star-in-waiting Adam Brooks, who chats through about his career, the Australian scene, his ROH goals and more.
Then finally Liam and Gareth discuss the MCW Homecoming show, the promotion’s first in a year, which is of course headlined by Brooksy going up against fellow ROH star Slex.
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
The Wrstling Podcast goes into overdrive this week, with coverage of Game Changer Wrestling’s 24 hour wrestlethon ‘Fight Forever’.
Focusing on ‘For The Culture’ and ‘Big Gay Block’, the boys are joined by Inside the Ropes podcaster and writer Sondra Ruth, who offers her insight on the shows, GCW and the US indy scene at large.
Elsewhere, Liam and Gareth speak to Melbourne City Wrestling Heavyweight Champion Adam Brooks as he prepares to defend his belt for the first time in 12 months at MCW Homecoming against long-time rival Slex.
All this as well as a brief look at the gathering of ‘Wrstling’ promotions in AEW, where New Japan alongside a plethora of Joshi companies convened this week.
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
This week, Liam and Gareth take a look at SHINE 66, an all-women’s show from the US with a card featuring big names such as Kimber Lee, Ivelisse and Allysin Kay.
The boys then head over to Japan to catch up with Choco Pro, where the Best Bros (Mei Suruga and Baliyan Akki) defend their Asia Dream Tag Titles against TropiCalamari (Chris Brookes and Yuna Mizumori).
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
Thanks again as always to Rob Hawkins for our wonderful theme tune.Find Rob at @rob_hawkins.
Impact Wrestling’s ‘Hard to Kill’ ppv featured one of the most historic main events in recent memory and to handle an event of such gravitas, the boys have recruited ITRwrestling.com lead writer Gary Cassidy to break down the show.
Elsewhere, Liam and Gareth discuss Pro Wrestling Magic’s Kingdom Come V show as well as revealing a very special surprise for next week!
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
Thanks again as always to Rob Hawkins for our wonderful theme tune.Find Rob at @rob_hawkins.
It’s a triple bill this week on The Wrstling Podcast as Liam and Gareth digest shows from DDT, Impact, and New Japan USA.
It’s fair to say that the boys have had mixed feelings about the latter two offerings on previous episodes, so have they turned a corner?
All this and your usual mix of news and opinions from around the wrestling world, pull up a seat and get your wrstle on!
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
New Japan’s Wrestle Kingdom 15 arrives just in time for The Wrstling Podcast’s 15th episode, so it’s only right that Liam and Gareth spend the episode discussing the Tokyo Dome extravaganza.
Both nights are covered in detail, with the boys offering their views on one of wrestling’s biggest shows of the year.
In addition, the chaps discuss news from Tokyo Joshi Pro, Impact, DDT and more!
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
It’s the Christmas edition of The Wrstling Podcast and the boys are feeling festive as they look at Ring of Honor’s Final Battle and MLW’s Opera Cup finale.
Then it’s the big one as Liam and Gareth attempt to build a top 10 list with a difference, debating which wrestlers brought the most joy throughout a challenging 2020.
Tune in and see if your favourite non E grapplers have made the list!
The Wrstling Podcast returns with another feature length show!
Liam and Gareth discuss all the goings-on from New Japan’s Best of the Super Juniors/World Tag League finals, the Super J Cup and AAA’s TripleMania shows.
Then buckle up as Liam is joined by ROH star PCO for an exclusive interview ahead of Ring of Honor’s Final Battle pay per view!
To find out more about PCO, Ring of Honor and where to find the Final Battle pay per view, check out the links below:
PCO on Twitter:https://twitter.com/
Ring of Honor on Twitter:https://twitter.com/
Final Battle can be ordered on pay per view via FITE TV or by signing up to ROH Honor Club:
https://www.fite.tv/watch/roh-
Liam and Gareth follow up on last week’s interview with ChocoPro star Baliyan Akki, by reviewing ChocoPro #71!
Elsewhere, the boys analyse the most recent editions of MLW Fusion and Impact Wrestling, and debate the merits of the interbrand crossover with AEW.
And be sure to follow our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably.
Thanks again as always to Rob Hawkins for our wonderful theme tune.Follow Rob at @rob_hawkins.
The boys finally hit double digits this week as The Wrstling Podcast celebrates its tenth showing with a bumper episode.
And after many requests, they’ll be talking Gatoh Move and Choco Pro with promotion favourite Baliyan Akki.
A stellar line up this week sees Liam and Gareth dig in to Major League Wrestling’s return to weekly television.
This week, the boys roll out the green carpet as they gear up for Pro Wrestling NOAH’s big show on November 22nd.
Thank goodness it’s Friday – not only are we a step closer to the weekend but more importantly, it’s Episode 7 of The Wrstling Podcast!
Gareth and Liam present a show of polar opposites this week, as they discuss both Game Changer Wrestling’s Nick Gage Invitational 5 and Tokyo Joshi Pro’s Wrestle Princess events.
In addition, please do consider following our socials for more content throughout the week: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably
Thanks again to @rob_hawkins for our wonderful theme tune.
The Wrstling Podcast is back for another dose of non ‘E fun and analysis.
Episode five is upon us and it promises to be a big one indeed, as Liam and Gareth discuss one of Impact Wrestling’s major events of the year, Bound for Glory.
In addition, the boys take their second interview, this time with Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling star Maki Itoh!
The world’s cutest pro wrestler (her words, not ours) talks about her previous career as an idol, her goals in TJPW and how wrestling overseas introduced her to a new favourite flavour of Monster energy drink.
If you’re interested in learning more about Tokyo Joshi Pro, check out the links below:
WRESTLE UNIVERSE: https://www.ddtpro.com/
Maki Itoh on Twitter: @maki_itoh
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This week, Liam and Gareth host their very first interview with none other than DDT Pro Wrestling star Konsuke Takeshita!
Episode three of The Wrstling Podcast is here with the boys raring to get stuck in The Collective weekender.This week, Liam dices with death as he offers some constructive criticism for Josh Barnett’s Bloodsport event and a discussion around SHIMMER uncovers Gareth’s favourite new genre of wrestler.Please do consider following us on Twitter: @wrstlingpod, @Inside_theRopes, @metaphwoarr and @LWyatt_probably
Liam & Gareth are back with episode two of The Wrstling Podcast, the show that covers all the graps outside of WWE and AEW.
