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WrestleWatch PodcastTop 5 Best & Worst Talent Moves between AEW & WWEDoug & Ryan list up the top 5 best and worst jumps between AEW & WWE since AEW started in 2019. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 78! WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors and news in the landscape.
This episode was recorded live on February 22nd, 2026. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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WrestleWatch PodcastAJ Styles: All Elite or All Retired?AJ Styles is officially retired ... or is he? Powerhouse Hobbs and Tommaso Ciampa switch places, AEW going viral with a certain chant, Andrade says he wants to retire in AEW, and we'll take a look at our 2025 Sicko Awards winners. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 77!
This episode was recorded live on February 8th, 2026. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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WrestleWatch PodcastIs a New Japan exodus ongoing?A number of big names look like they might be leaving NJPW - we discuss who are most likely leaving and who will be staying, and what this says about the current state of New Japan. Why does this seem to be happening with NJPW more than other promotions, and is this an aberration or a trend? Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 76!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry...
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WrestleWatch Podcast2025 Free Agency Review, 2026 Free Agents Predictions, & 2026 TNA PredictionsIt's time to look back on where we were sitting at the beginning of 2025 with our Free Agency Tracker and see who we had a third eye open for and what we didn't see coming. We'll also make some predictions for those currently on our Tracker of where they'll end up when the clock strokes midnight on December 31st, and check in on TNA Wrestling to make some predictions! Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 75!
This episode was recorded live on 1/11/26
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2026-01-121h 10WrestleWatch PodcastReacting to 2025 Predictions + Our 2026 PredictionsIt’s been a few weeks but we’re back with another episode of our podcast. Thanks for the patience.
We did predictions for what would happen in 2025, let's see how accurate we were. Doug & Ryan will also make three predictions for 2026 too! Plus, our updated Free Agency Tracker and some hot takes. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 74!
This episode was recorded live 12/30/25.
Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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2026-01-0753 minWrestleWatch PodcastLOLTNA | WrestleWatch Podcast 11/16/25This week is a Ryan-solo pod discussing the following topics:
- LOLTNA - did TNA squander their momentum while working on a TV deal? Mike Santana's short reign and AMC TV rumor
- Joe Hendry signed to WWE
- Are Hyan & Maya World making the most of 3 minutes?
- Is Zayda Steel heading to ROH?
- Is Clark Connors leaving NJPW?
Plus, two hot takes about Wrestle Kingdom 20 and AEW Blood & Guts. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 72!
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2025-11-211h 13WrestleWatch PodcastNixon Newell & Miranda Alize walk out on AEW booking | WrestleWatch Podcast 11/9/25This week's discussions:
Nixon Newell & Miranda Alize refuse to work an AEW match- what’s this mean for their free agency?
The Rascalz have their TNA contracts expire this year, where might they end up?
Clark Connors mentions going to America - oh?
Okada announced as Tanahashi’s final opponent - does Gedo hate young people??
Will the AEW National Championship be just another belt or help build the indies again?
Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 71!
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2025-11-101h 00WrestleWatch PodcastThe AEW to WWE Championships Pipeline | WrestleWatch Podcast 11/3/25This week's topics:
"Look at Us" - CM Punk put a spotlight on the breadth of ex-AEW stars who now hold top gold in WWE, we'll analyze it!
Wrestling Switzerland - Sareee goes to Marigold & Stardom in back-to-back days
TNA contracts - a bunch seem to be expiring at the end of this year, and what does it mean to go from WWE to TNA considering the NXT partnership?
Those plus looking at the free agency updates of Wes Lee & The Rascalz, Private Party, Leon Slater and more. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 70!
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2025-11-031h 08WrestleWatch PodcastNice | WrestleWatch Podcast 10/21/25A few days late, but we’re back for this week’s podcast! This week’s discussions include what’s going on with legacy acts like AJ Styles, Chris Jericho, and Shinsuke Nakamura with potential free agencies; what prospects like Adam Priest, Man Like Dereiss, Mike D Vecchio, and Zozaya are up to; plus our thoughts on if AI poses a risk to wrestlers and which wrestlers did NOT show up at WrestleDream. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 69!
This episode was recorded 10/21/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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2025-10-221h 14WrestleWatch PodcastSantos Escobar: Shortest Free Agency Ever! | WrestleWatch Podcast 10/12/25This week’s discussions include Santos Escobar having the shortest free agency ever, the latest round of WWE releases including Wes Lee, what’s going on with the WWID program, and updates on Dakota Kai & Isla Dawn. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 68! WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling.
This episode was recorded live on October 12th, 2025. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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2025-10-1458 minWrestleWatch PodcastAndrade: There and Back Again | WrestleWatch Podcast 10/5/25First the elephant in the room … where was last week’s episode?? Ryan recorded it with returning guest host Luke, and unfortunately Ryan’s audio did not come out fantastically on the recording. If you’d like to watch the livestream on YouTube you can find the link here, but be aware of that audio issue. This week we have Doug back and great audio!
This week’s discussions include Andrade’s return to AEW, will Mercedes Mone’s Floridan opponent be a free agent jumping to AEW, and Sareee’s return to America. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 67!
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2025-10-061h 05WrestleWatch PodcastAndrade El Liberado + The Where of Jericho | WrestleWatch Podcast 9/21/25This week's discussions include Chris Jericho's future, Andrade's release from WWE, Joe Hendry heading out of TNA, and what's been going on with Kiera Hogan and Tetsuya Naito. Plenty to talk about with All Out & Wrestlepalooza, welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 65!
This episode was recorded live on 9/21/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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2025-09-221h 05WrestleWatch PodcastAJ Stylin' and Profilin' | WrestleWatch Podcast 9/12/25AJ Styles just teased a retirement!... or teased leaving WWE? We'll discuss that plus the other big free agency updates (Dragon Lee contract, Michael Oku gets an Okada match, Sami Zayn is US Champ and maybe re-signed, and Saraya wants back into WWE) plus the big Saudi-WrestleMania elephant in the room. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 64!
This episode was recorded live on 9/12/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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2025-09-171h 04WrestleWatch PodcastI'm Seeing Double Here, Four AJs! | WrestleWatch Podcast 9/6/25One AJ is back in WWE long-term while another might be on their way out - we'll chat about both the return of AJ Lee and the possible end of AJ Styles. That plus: Bryan Danielson is with AEW for the long haul by joining commentary, young phenoms getting looks in Bozilla and Adam Priest, and the latest on AEW business moves like how the 2300 residency has gone and the announcement of All Out on HBO Max. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 63!
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2025-09-081h 03WrestleWatch PodcastTNA - Total Nonstop Acquisition? | WrestleWatch Podcast 8/16/25Doug & Ryan chat about Maki Itoh leaving TJPW, a number of rumored European wrestlers finishing their bookings before signing to WWE (Zozaya & Mike D Vecchio), and more happenings in the world of professional wresting. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 62!
2025-08-161h 04WrestleWatch PodcastSummerslammed | WrestleWatch Podcast 8/2/25Doug & Ryan chat about Ace Austin getting interest from WWE, the WWE New Jersey tryouts, a survey of the current AEW & WWE champions to see if any right now are "flight risks," and the similarities and differences between how WWE & AEW talent are winning championships of partner promotions. Welcome to WrestleWatch Episode 61!
This episode was recorded on 8/2/25.
2025-08-041h 14WrestleWatch PodcastAll In Free Agency Recap | WrestleWatch Podcast 7/17/25Time to do some ... summer cleaning? We'll discuss Athena winning a contract (and maybe a clue to her *other* contract), Adam Priest's odds of joining ROH, and the latest on a slew of others (Alexander Hammerstone, Gabe Kidd, Leon Slater, Sami Zayn, Saraya, Utami Hayashishita) Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 60!
Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: @maritalstreep]
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2025-07-181h 21WrestleWatch PodcastHikuleo Debuts (Finally!) + SareeeISM Runs Wild | WrestleWatch Podcast 7/6/25Hikuleo is now Tala Tonga, and he's finally made his debut in WWE. We look at the long road to this happening. Plus, Sareee wins the IWGP belt - is the Sun God going to be staying in Stardom long-term? All that plus updates on Bayley, Cedric Alexander in TNA, Miyu Yamashita continuing with ROH, AJ Styles renewal rumors, Alex Windsor is All Elite, and Karrion Kross has his contract expiring soon. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 59!
Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: @maritalstreep]
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2025-07-071h 11WrestleWatch PodcastPowerman 5000 | WrestleWatch Podcast 6/16/25Doug & Ryan chat about how the AAA has been managed so far by WWE and the implications for free agency. We also have updates on Alex Windsor, Danhausen, Private Party, and the New Day. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 58!
This episode was recorded on 6/14/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: @maritalstreep]
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2025-06-1746 minWrestleWatch PodcastThe R-Truth Shall Set You Free | WrestleWatch Podcast 6/10/25Mariah May debuts in NXT, R-Truth leaves WWE ... and returns to WWE, and Chris Jericho and Karrion Kross have contracts up this year. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 57!
This episode was recorded on 6/9/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: @maritalstreep]
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2025-06-1056 minWrestleWatch PodcastThe End of May | WrestleWatch Podcast 5/31/25Mariah May appears to be WWE bound - how accurate were we in seeing that coming? Thekla debuted in AEW too! Plus we'll take a look at AJ Styles, Bayley, Bea Priestley, Bishop Dyer, Deonna Purrazzo, and Zozay. And we have discussions on Ace Austin, Athena, and Masha Slamovich based on viewer suggestions! Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 56!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the...
2025-06-011h 34WrestleWatch PodcastRecaps & Reviews | WrestleWatch Podcast 5/24/25We took a week off but we're back at it - we'll take a look over the entire Free Agency Tracker to see how we're feeling heading into a busy Memorial Day weekend of wrestling. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 55!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors and news...
2025-05-2756 minWrestleWatch PodcastGood Brothers Return (Again) (Again) | WrestleWatch Podcast 5/10/25The Good Brothers are back in NJPW! Let's talk about that, Sareee back at Stardom, a few people possibly AEW bound (Alex Windsor, Cedric Alexander, and Thekla), all those WWE releases (Dakota Kai, Eddy Thorpe, Gigi Dolin, and Shayna Baszler in particular), and a vibe check on Sami Zayn. We'll also do some Report Cards on Finn Balor, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre a year after re-signing with WWE. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 54!
This episode was recorded live on 5/10/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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2025-05-181h 27WrestleWatch PodcastWWE Releases + The Runaway Wrestler | WrestleWatch Podcast 5/3/25This week Ryan is joined by guest host and Substack contributor Luke!
We thought we were going to do a show all about Mayu Iwatani signing with Marigold, and then WWE did their annual post-Mania releases... We'll chat about those things, plus Tam Nakano & Thekla also leave Stardom - where might they wind up? Miyu Yamashita makes an appearance in AEW. And to make this not just an episode about joshis, how about some news and analysis on Indi Hartwell, British indie star Rhio, and uhhhh let's go with Joe Hendry! And how about some Report Cards...
2025-05-051h 37WrestleWatch PodcastWhat Comes Around Goes Around Part 3 | WrestleWatch Podcast 4/25/25WWE buys AAA - what does it mean for wrestler free agency and the industry as a whole? TNA's World Champ gets squashed, Miro / Rusev and Malakai Black / Aleister Black return to WWE, and we do a Report Card on the Guerillas of Destiny (Tama Tonga & Tanga Loa) signing with WWE. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 52!
This episode was recorded 4/25/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
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2025-04-3059 minWrestleWatch PodcastWalking Weapon | WrestleWatch Podcast 4/18/25Josh Alexander is All Elite! How did the Walking Weapon go from TNA to AEW? Discussion on Alexander plus: Mariah May negotiates through the media, the Good Brothers' next locale is teased, Jeff Cobb leaves New Japan, and only a week later we might have to re-evaluate Michael Oku again!
This episode was recorded on 4/19/25.
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As always, here is the updated Free Agency Tracker and...
2025-04-221h 17WrestleWatch PodcastSo... What Do You Want to Talk About? | WrestleWatch Podcast 4/12/25We made it to 50 episodes, and our treat: talking about Cody Rhodes! We'll do a Report Card on his decision to re-sign with WWE one year ago, as well as The Beast Mortos and his decision to leave AAA for AEW. We also have updates on Ninja Mack appearing in NJPW's Best of the Super Juniors; plus we'll have temperature checks on Danhausen, Joe Hendry, Matt Cardona, Michael Oku, Samantha Irvin, and Shinsuke Nakamura.. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 50!
This episode was recorded on 4/12/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
2025-04-1549 minWrestleWatch PodcastHere Comes the Moné Vol. 2 | WrestleWatch Podcast 4/5/25Our first full-length episode was on Mercedes Moné signing with AEW. One year after her and Kazuchika Okada jumped to the promotion, it's time for Doug & Ryan to review those moves with another Report Card. They'll also discuss Kevin Knight signing with AEW, Malakai Black and Miro looking set for WWE returns, and what's going on with Nikki Bella. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 49!
This episode was recorded live on 4/5/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
And as always, here is the updated Free Agency Tracker:
Following an...
2025-04-061h 15WrestleWatch PodcastDream Star Fighting Vol. 2 | WrestleWatch Podcast 3/29/25It's been a year since Marigold was formed by Rossy Ogawa taking pieces from Stardom - what's the Report Card on them and everybody who left (or didn't leave) Stardom one year later? We'll also chat about interest in Alexander Hammerstone, Mina Shirakawa going to AEW just as Mariah May might be leaving, Saraya already leaving AEW, and what's going on with wrestling's greatest player-coach Sareee. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 48!
This episode was recorded live on 3/29/25. Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
As always, here is the latest...
2025-03-301h 16WrestleWatch PodcastWWEurotrip | WrestleWatch Podcast 3/22/25WWE is touring Europe and set to have a tryout next week, including having invited standout indie wrestler Zozaya to it. Will he sign with WWE and could others too? That plus heat checks on Hikuleo, Sami Zayn, and the New Day. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 47!
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2025-03-2356 minWrestleWatch PodcastTour of the Islands | WrestleWatch Podcast 3/15/25Rumors are swirling about Jeff Cobb - is he staying in NJPW or heading to WWE? We'll also cover how the WWE ID program is going so far. Plus: temperature checks on Hook, Tegan Nox, and Zilla Fatu. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 46!
Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: maritalstreep]
2025-03-1751 minWrestleWatch PodcastThe Return of El Generico? | WrestleWatch Podcast 3/8/25Sami Zayn was written off WWE TV at Elimination Chamber - with his contract expected to expire soon, is it time he helluva kicks somewhere else? We also have the latest on Gabe Kidd's contract status with NJPW (and possible flirtations with AEW?), AEW granting Rey Fenix his requested release, and the Saya Kamitani vs Tam Nakano "Loser Leaves Stardom" match fallout. Plus: temperature checks on Beth Phoenix, Dragon Dia, Indi Hartwell, Leon Slater, Persephone, and Street Profits. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 45!
This episode was recorded live on 3/8/25. Music Provided by Wendi...
2025-03-0946 minWrestleWatch PodcastLoser Leaves Stardom | WrestleWatch Podcast 3/1/2025Tam Nakano & Saya Kamitani are set for a Loser Leaves Stardom match in a few days - what are the odds one of them goes to another promotion? That plus Speedball Mike Bailey gets teased on AEW, Carmella departs WWE, and we look back a year later on notable jumps and grade their decisions (including Deonna Purrazzo, Nic Nemeth, El Hijo del Vikingo, Andrade, Naomi, and Bryan Keith). Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 44!
This episode was recorded on 3/1/25.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in...
2025-03-031h 18WrestleWatch PodcastBest and Worst Free Agency Jumps | WrestleWatch Podcast 2/22/2025Let's take a look back on the past year of pro wrestling free agency and answer the big question: who made the right choice in jumping promotions? Who made the wrong choice? Doug & Ryan have their own Top 3s for each, let's see who they list! Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 43!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in...
2025-02-241h 21WrestleWatch PodcastThe Absolute One | WrestleWatch Podcast 2/17/25"The Absolute One" (fka? Ricky Starks - we'll see!) debuts in NXT as he, Miro, and Malakai Black all get their releases from AEW. WWE meanwhile gave notice to a host of folks including Bea Priestley, Cedric Alexander, and the Good Brothers - where might they go? All that plus the latest on El Hijo de Dr Wagner Jr signing with AAA and rumors swirling on Kevin Knight. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 42!
This episode was recorded live 2/17/25.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in...
2025-02-181h 14WrestleWatch PodcastWomen's Evolution | WrestleWatch Podcast 2/8/2025Doug & Ryan discuss the latest round of WWE releases (including Cedric Alexander, Blair Davenport, and Isla Dawn), WWE's re-signing of Alexa Bliss and the leverage she had, Nikki Bella's potential long-term return to WWE after the Royal Rumble, Jordynne Grace finally making the jump we all anticipated, and the latest on international talent Alex Windsor and Mina Shirakawa. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 41!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that...
2025-02-1259 minWrestleWatch PodcastThe North Remembers | WrestleWatch Podcast 1/25/2025Doug & Ryan discuss Alexa Bliss's contract negotiations with WWE, Nikki Bella potentially returning to WWE, Jordynne Grace and Josh Alexander leaving TNA, Mustafa Ali formally joining TNA, and the latest on AJ Styles, Britt Baker, and Thekla. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 40!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors...
2025-01-2753 minWrestleWatch Podcast2024 WrestleWatch Awards | WrestleWatch Podcast 1/20/25It's the most wonderful time of the year: awards season! Doug & Ryan go through all the WrestleWatch Awards for 2024 determined by our community. Who will win the coveted Jump of the Year? Tune in to find out! Plus the latest news on the WWE/TNA relationship, Corey Graves, El Hijo de Dr Wagner Jr, Megan Bayne, and Viva Van. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 39!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications...
2025-01-211h 34WrestleWatch Podcast2024 in Review | WrestleWatch Podcast 1/11/2025Doug & Ryan take a look back to the first WrestleWatch Tier List of 2024 to see how right (and wrong) we were. Plus the latest news on Baron Corbin, Becky Lynch, Malakai Black, Penta, Persephone, and Viva Van. Welcome to WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast Episode 37!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors...
2025-01-151h 06WrestleWatch PodcastNew Warriors | Episode 32It looks like Speedball Mike Bailey is on his way to AEW - was that the right choice? That plus the latest on other potential free agents like Baron Corbin, Indi Hartwell, Josh Alexander, Tegan Nox, and Viva Van. This week Doug & Ryan are joined by returning guest host Luke!
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments...
2024-11-181h 50WrestleWatch PodcastQuick Hits on Ninja Mack and Lance Anoa'i | Episode 31Ryan is here this week with quick updates on Ninja Mack in New Japan and Lance Anoa'i signing with WWE.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors and news in the landscape.
Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: @maritalstreep]
2024-11-1303 minWrestleWatch PodcastOpen for Business | Episode 30Business is booming! Bobby Lashley makes his big debut in AEW that we've been tracking - how accurate were we? Then, what the new WWEID program might mean for free agency and the US indie scene; could we already have something in the past to compare this to? Plus all the latest pro wrestling free agency news and rumors.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well...
2024-11-041h 36WrestleWatch PodcastThe ReturnAfter a few weeks off due to schedule conflicts, WrestleWatch is back! Ryan, Doug, and special guest Luke will be discussing AJ Styles, Bobby Lashley and the Hurt Collective, the Lucha Bros, and Daniel Garcia.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors and news in the landscape.
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2024-10-211h 35WrestleWatch PodcastBuffalo Buffalo | WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 26Doug & Ryan cover the news in pro wrestling free agency including Daniel Garcia, Motor City Machine Guns, Beth Phoenix, Sheamus, Thekla, and Beth Phoenix - plus the latest on AEW media rights negotiations.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors and news in the landscape.
Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok...
2024-09-181h 08WrestleWatch PodcastThe Battle of the BastardsDoug & Ryan cover AEW media rights, Jake Lee, Mayu Iwatani, and some possible TNA jumps on this week's episode. WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling.
Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors and news in the landscape.
Music Provided by Wendi Freeman [TikTok & Instagram: @maritalstreep]
2024-09-131h 19WrestleWatch PodcastThe Dance of DragonsTime to review everybody who debuted this week at AEW All In and how accurate we were on their chances of signing! We cover Daniel Garcia, Grizzled Young Veterans, Lio Rush, Michael Oku, Ricochet, and the Von Erichs in depth, along with many other updates to the Tier List after a week away.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such...
2024-09-012h 10WrestleWatch PodcastWhat Goes Around Comes AroundLucha Bros might be out the door at AEW? How much do we believe in Joe Hendry in NXT? Is the Master of the Half Crab coming across the Atlantic soon? And how hot are these takes? Find out this week, when Doug & Ryan have a special guest: Committee Member Luke!
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2024-08-141h 56WrestleWatch PodcastHere Comes the MoneyIt's been a very interesting week in free agency between Shane McMahon meeting with Tony Khan, news regarding Joe Hendry's relationship with WWE, and the Lucha Brothers wrestling in Arena Mexico.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other factors and news in the landscape.
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2024-08-051h 34WrestleWatch PodcastComparing to the Almighty | WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 20Bobby Lashley and MVP's time in WWE appears to be coming to an end - where might they be landing next? Could we be seeing a Hurt Business reunion on the horizon? That plus the latest free agency news and some updates on AEW's media rights negotiations.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments, statistics, and other...
2024-07-301h 05WrestleWatch PodcastWerewolf Gimmick | WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 19The G1 one is upon us and one of the participants is causing some questions of just where he's signed: is Jake Lee still in NOAH or did he really sign to NJPW? Plus, the latest on Dustin Rhodes, Natalya, and Trevor Lee / Cameron Grimes.
Recorded live on 7/21/24
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments...
2024-07-2347 minWrestleWatch PodcastCowboys & Alienation | WrestleWatch: Pro Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 18Stephanie Vaquer made a surprise jump only 10 days after her breakout performance at Forbidden Door - what does it mean for the pro wrestling landscape? That plus the latest on free agency news including Daniel Garcia, Jake Hager, Jordynne Grace, and Motor City Machine Guns.
This episode was recorded live on 7/14/24.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such...
2024-07-151h 08WrestleWatch PodcastProhibited Portal | WrestleWatch Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 16Doug & Ryan discuss the latest on confirmed and potential free agents in the world of professional wrestling including Dijak, Gigi Dolin, The Hardys, Motor City Machine Guns, MxM, Ricky Starks, Street Profits, and Zilla Fatu. All that plus some thoughts about Forbidden Door III!
This episode was recorded 6/30/24.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on the industry, as well as adjacent topics in wrestling such as business developments...
2024-07-021h 18WrestleWatch PodcastZone of Exclusive Negotiations | WrestleWatch Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 15AEW's exclusive rights negotiating window with Warner Bros Discovery is set to expire soon - will AEW itself be testing the free agency market?
Plus - it's been a very busy week in wrestler free agency news and Doug & Ryan have the latest on [deep breath] Chad Gable, Erick Rowan, Jacob Fatu, Alex Windsor, Lio Rush, Danhausen, Megan Bayne, Dijak, Viva Van, Jake Lee, and Malakai Black.
This episode was recorded 6/23/24.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan...
2024-06-261h 15WrestleWatch PodcastLet's Dance | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 14Ricochet, it's not the end of the wordl!
Doug & Ryan discuss the impending free agency of Ricochet and where he might wind up next: AEW, NJPW, TNA, or maybe a tour of the indies? That plus all the updates to the Free Agency Tier List including discussions on Hikuleo, Grizzled Young Veterans, The Hardys, Lio Rush, Natalya, Alex Windsor, Katsuhiko Nakajima, MxM, and Chad Gable.
This episode was recorded 6/15/24.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Eac...
2024-06-161h 09WrestleWatch PodcastFeast Your Eyes | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 13As they say: you either Dijak as a hero or you live long enough to see yourself become the villain.
This week, Doug & Ryan discuss Dijak finally being added to the Tier List; updates on Jeff Hardy, Lio Rush, and the Von Erichs; how CMLL has changed how they view Mexican wrestlers not signed to them with regards to the collaborations with AEW; and the latest on the possible relationship between WWE and TNA.
This episode was recorded 6/8/24. WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan exp...
2024-06-1056 minWrestleWatch PodcastBeing The Man Part II | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 12Becky Lynch is now officially a free agent! Will she return to WWE? Might she field offers on the market? Doug & Ryan break down the possible landing spots for The Man, along with discussions on Jordynne Grace appearing on NXT and what that could mean as well as the movements on the Tier List (including Jake Hager, Chad Gable, and Ethan Page).
2024-06-031h 15WrestleWatch PodcastThe Most Stupendous AEW 5th Anniversary Special in History! | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 11To celebrate the 5th anniversary of All Elite Wrestling, Doug & Ryan give a WrestleWatch spin to the retrospectives: a draft of the top 5 signings by AEW so far! Whose squad is better? Who had a spicy pick? How high was Jeff Jarrett picked? All that, plus the latest on the Tier List including discussions on: Alex Windsor, Michael Oku, The Von Erichs, Lio Rush, Matt Cardona, Mustafa Ali, Sami Callihan, and Shelton Benjamin.
2024-05-271h 18WrestleWatch PodcastCyberFighting with My Family | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 10Doug & Ryan chat about the pros & cons of AEW running Collision & Ring of Honor in Arlington TX for a month, plus the possibility of CyberFight (Pro Wrestling NOAH, DDT, Tokyo Joshi Pro) looking to build up a relationship with WWE. All that plus the movements on the Tier List, including Natalya moving up as her contract is set to expire soon and Danhausen making his debuthausen.
2024-05-1954 minWrestleWatch PodcastThe AEW Nine & The Windy Indies | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 9With free agency hot season seeming to be coming to an end with half of Doug's Magnificent Seven having re-signed with WWE, Ryan presents a new list to keep an eye on from AEW as potential jumps for this coming year. Later, Doug covers the state of the indies to compare how ex-WWE stars used to operate on them vs how the current batch have been. And as always, the guys cover the latest movements up and down the WrestleWatch Tier List.
Talent discussed this week include: Buddy Matthews, Chris Jericho, Danhausen, The Hardys, Hikuleo, Kaito Kiyomiya, Kevin Owens, Malakai Bl...
2024-05-131h 11WrestleWatch PodcastFleeting Geeks | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 8Following the re-signings of Finn Balor, Drew McIntyre, and Seth Rollins to WWE, Doug & Ryan discuss whether the free agency hot season is coming to an end, plus what pitches WWE & AEW are serving up to talent they're re-signing or trying to will over to their promotion. The guys also discuss in-depth what sorts of promotions we keep an eye on at WrestleWatch as potential free agent destinations, plus all of the changes to the Tier List this week including: Ethan Page, Gigi Dolin, Becky Lynch, Daniel Garcia, Erick Rowan, Sami Callihan, and Thekla.
2024-05-061h 13WrestleWatch PodcastRelease & Rebel | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 7The first of Doug's Magnificent Seven to re-sign with WWE is ... Finn Balor! What could that mean for the odds of others staying or going like Becky Lynch and Seth Rollins?
Plus! WWE's recent round of releases included Cameron Grimes and Jinder Mahal - where might they wind up?
And! TNA's Rebellion PPV has shaken up the WrestleWatch Tier List. What do the cards hold for Mike Santana, Sami Callihan, and Matt Hardy, and could Matt's movements impact where Jeff Hardy goes?
Also! Will this week have another RossyWatch segment? You'll have to tune in to find out!
2024-04-291h 03WrestleWatch PodcastDream Star Fighting | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 6Doug & Ryan discuss the initial press conference for Rossy Ogawa's new promotion Dream Star★Fighting Marigold and some concerning history, WWE's latest round of releases, and the WWE "bucket" talent payment system as described by MxM. All that plus the latest movements on the Tier List including Tama Tonga, El Phantasmo, Hikuleo, Erick Rowan, Natalya, Nikki Bella, Drew McIntyre, Matt Hardy, Sheamus, and the Motor City Machine Guns.
2024-04-211h 01WrestleWatch PodcastSpring Cleaning | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 5The WrestleWatch Committee has done some "spring cleaning" after a momentous WrestleMania weekend, and Doug & Ryan are here to break down all of the moves up, down, on, and off the Tier List - and in the process discuss the possible impacts of Rossy Ogawa's new promotion, compare AEW's budding relationship with Stardom vis-à-vis theirs with Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling, and analyze what WWE jumping back into the free agency pool with Tama Tonga and Jacob Fatu could mean for the greater free agency landscape.
Talent discussed in depth this week include Kamille, Tama Tonga, Jacob Fatu, Giulia, Ricky St...
2024-04-151h 04WrestleWatch PodcastThe Grind | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 4Paul "Triple H" Levesque has some choice words about the types of talent he wants in WWE, CM Punk continues to be a defender of workers' rights, Rossy Ogawa & Giulia appear on NXT, and AEW has its first batch of releases. It's been a busy week in the world of pro wrestling contracts & free agency and Doug & Ryan are here to break it down.
All that plus analysis on the talent moving up and down the WrestleWatch Tier List including Utami Hayashishita, Drew McIntyre, Lio Rush, Katsuhiko Nakajima, Mike Santana, The Beast Mortos (fka Black Taurus), and Cody Rhodes - t...
2024-04-091h 06WrestleWatch PodcastBeing the Man + Main Event Moments | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 3Becky Lynch shared some interesting news on her contract and future plans this past week in an interview with Ariel Helwani. Doug & Ryan discuss where she might end up and how valuable she would be to a promotion - which leads into a later in-depth analysis of the main event scenes and the spotlight on women in AEW & WWE since the launch of the former in 2019 and what that could mean for free agents. Plus, the guys go over the changes to the WrestleWatch Tier List including discussions on Max Caster, Wardlow, Mustafa Ali, Thekla, and Motor City Machine...
2024-04-011h 27WrestleWatch PodcastUndesirable to Indispensable + Rossy-Colored Glasses | WrestleWatch Podcast | Episode 2Doug & Ryan discuss what makes a pro wrestler "indispensable" to a promotion and how that affects their contract prospects, plus an in-depth conversation on the shifts in the Japanese joshi landscape as Rossy Ogawa's splinter-promotion from Stardom begins to take form. And as always, they go through the WrestleWatch Tier List to talk about additions, subractions, and movements - including Jack Perry, Matt & Jeff Hardy, Syuri, Suzu Suzuki, and the Motor City Machine Guns.
This episode was recorded on 3/23/2024.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in...
2024-03-241h 19WrestleWatch PodcastHere Comes the Moné + The Magnificent Seven | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 1In this episode of The WrestleWatch Podcast, Ryan and Doug breakdown and analyze the AEW signing of Mercedes Mone to AEW. They also review the lastest updates to the WrestleWatch tierlist. Finally, Doug breaks down what he calls The Magnificent Seven; 7 WWE talents on the men's roster that he believes are potential jumps to AEW in the coming years.
This episode was recorded 3/16/24.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the im...
2024-03-171h 19WrestleWatch PodcastOverview | WrestleWatch: Pro-Wrestling Free Agency Podcast | Episode 0In this pilot episode of the WrestleWatch Podcast, Doug and Ryan take an overview of the purpose and goals of the show, what the WrestleWatch Tier List is, and discuss the biggest name free agents (and potential free agents) including Mercedes Moné, Mustafa Ali, Giulia, Grizzled Young Veterans, and Jack Perry.
This episode was recorded on March 10th, 2024.
WrestleWatch is a project focused on analysis and discussion of free agency in the world of professional wrestling. Each week, Doug & Ryan explore the potential jumps and the implications that they can have on...
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Bodyslam.net Pro Wrestling and MMA Podcasts, Interviews, News! | WWE, AEW, ROH, TNA, UFC, and More!WrestleWatch Episode 12 - Triple H vs Shawn MichaelsTom is once again joined by special guest The Jameus. This week, the two watch Triple H vs Shawn Michaels from Summerslam 2002.
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