Mike Marcangelo and Rayshawn Buchanan return on Kayfabe Critics with a heavyweight episode that opens with a clear-eyed, layered discussion of Hulk Hogan’s passing and legacy, then pivots into a full preview of WWE SummerSlam 2025, the first ever two-night Premium Live Event from MetLife Stadium, with predictions, booking analysis, celebrity involvement breakdowns, and cross-era context.
What’s covered in this episode:
Hulk Hogan’s death and legacy
The hosts wrestle with how to separate Terry Bollea the person from Hulk Hogan the cultural icon, examining his role in transforming pro wrestling into mainstream entertainment, the contradictions in his public and private life, and why his death marks a pivotal moment in sports entertainment history. The episode incorporates the most recent reporting on his sudden passing on July 24, 2025, the confirmed cause being a heart attack amid underlying health struggles, and the global reaction from fans, peers, and family.
WWE’s new documentary series and kayfabe evolution
Mike and Rayshawn dig into the reception and implications of WWE: Unreal on Netflix, the behind-the-scenes docuseries that launched July 29, 2025, exposing creative processes, hidden tensions, star development, and the ongoing debate between traditional kayfabe preservation and full transparency. They unpack fan backlash, talent reactions, notable revelations about story shaping, and what this means for future storytelling in WWE.
SummerSlam 2025 comprehensive breakdown
The heart of the episode is a match-by-match analysis and prediction slate for SummerSlam 2025 across both nights, including:
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Hosts: Mike Marcangelo, Dave Clarke, Rayshawn Buchanan, Bob Kelly
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