SMACKDOWN POST SHOW or ELIMINATION CHAMBER PRE-SHOW (Wrestling Soup 2.28.25) w/ @LuFisto

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03/01/25 • 73 min

Wrestling Soup with Andrew Karluk, Jeff Lippman (@dosevil), and special returning guest @Lufisto! This week on the podcast, we're diving deep into the final SmackDown before Elimination Chamber! Get ready for a breakdown of all the chaos, from the heated confrontations in the men's Chamber match build-up to the shocking mind games The Rock is playing with Cody Rhodes. We'll dissect LA Knight's big win to become the number one contender for the US Championship, and explore the explosive action in the women's division, including Trish Stratus's homecoming and a wild six-woman tag team match. Plus, we'll unpack the massive tag team brawl that left the division in shambles. Join us as we analyze every moment, give our predictions for Elimination Chamber, and debate whether The Rock's gift to Cody was a friendly gesture or a calculated move. Tune in for all the SmackDown highlights and our unfiltered opinions!
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STOP EATING BATS or WILL VINCE MCMAHON RETURN? (Wrestling Soup 2.27.25)

This episode of Wrestling Soup with Mish and Joey delves into various topics from wrestling to space tourism. The conversation kicks off with humorous speculations about a possible Stephanie McMahon podcast. The banter then shifts to the idea of celebrities and influencers, including Katie Perry, going to space, leading to a series of entertaining hypothetical scenarios. The discussion also touches on WWE's current house show dynamics, ticket pricing controversies, and potential storylines involving top WWE stars like CM Punk, John Cena, and more. They also explore different angles on how the future of WWE might evolve under new management by TKO, analyze the top 10 Women's Wrestlers list by Sports Illustrated, and wrap up with predictions for the upcoming Elimination Chamber event. Bits of clashes, insightful topics, and humorous tangents make this a must-listen for wrestling fans and beyond.
00:00 Stephanie McMahon's Podcast Speculations
03:53 Celebrity Kids and Their Resemblances
06:41 Stephanie McMahon's Podcast Directions
14:24 Katie Perry's Space Adventure
24:44 New Congo Disease Outbreak
30:53 Vince McMahon's Future Ventures
43:35 WWE's Greed and House Shows
46:43 The Evolution of WWE's Talent Pipeline
49:02 Financial Implications of Fewer House Shows
49:47 The Impact of TKO on WWE's Event Structure
50:23 The Debate Over Match Lengths and Popularity
53:12 International Tours vs. Domestic House Shows
55:12 Ticket Prices and Dynamic Pricing Controversy
01:07:28 WWE's Strategy for International Expansion
01:13:31 The Future of WWE's Programming and Partnerships
01:33:25 Recognizing Women's Wrestling Icons
01:34:02 Lita's Impact on Wrestling
01:35:09 Trish Stratus: From Model to Wrestler
01:35:57 Debating Becky Lynch's Legacy
01:41:08 Asukas Perspective on Fan Criticism
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WWE ELIMINATION CHAMBER POST SHOW (Wrestling Soup 3.1.25)

Wrestling Soup: Epic Recap of the Canadian Chamber of Horrors 2025
Anthony Thomas and Joseph V Numbers provide a highly entertaining and detailed breakdown of the 2025 Elimination Chamber event, humorously termed the 'Canadian Chamber of Horrors.' They dive into the controversial heel turn of John Cena, the lackluster Toronto crowd, and thrilling matches featuring Kevin Owens, Sammy Zane, and others. The hosts humorously discuss wrestling norms, character developments, and the role of certain wrestlers within WWE. The episode wraps with their favorites, least favorites, and overall ratings of the matches, along with listener contributions and witty banter.
00:00 Introduction and Hosts
00:06 Discussing the Canadian Chamber of Horrors
00:24 John Cena's Heel Turn Speculation
01:39 Toronto's Lackluster Crowd Reaction
03:10 Cody Rhodes' Identity Crisis
04:04 Seal and WWE's Celebrity Cameos
05:11 Main Event and Rock's Influence
14:26 Seth Rollins and CM Punk Feud
14:50 Logan Paul's Performance
16:21 Damian Priest's Role
29:09 Women's Elimination Chamber Match
29:24 Jade Cargill's Return
30:14 Naomi's Heel Turn Debate
33:43 Alexa Bliss's Character Critique
37:12 Fashion and Wrestling: A Strange Mix
37:37 Alexa Bliss and Her Place in WWE
38:06 Bailey and Roseanne Perez: In and Out
39:15 Tag Match Analysis: Trish, Tiffany, Naya, and Candace
39:38 Dustin and Cody vs. Cena and The Rock
40:36 Naomi's Journey in WWE
42:31 Sasha Banks and Financial Predictions
43:21 Seth Rollins to Mars Fund
43:53 Trish and Naya: A Messy Match
49:27 Kevin Owens and Sammy Zane: Unsanctioned Match
58:55 Randy Orton's Return
01:08:58 Final Thoughts and Shoutouts
(original art: Gareth Nelson)
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