The Masked Man Show

This week, Dave and Kaz welcome Ben, Phil, and Brian, and they start off the show by discussing the fallout between Roman Reigns and Sami Zayn (04:07) as well as 'NXT Vengeance Day’ (10:33). Then, as the NBA trade deadline nears, they fantasy book a few trades between WWE, AEW, New Japan, and other various pro wrestling promotions (21:26). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guests: Phil Schneider, Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of her NXT “Vengeance Day” performance, the new NXT Women’s Champion joins Rosenberg for an inspirational conversation about the 21-year-old’s journey to the top of professional wrestling. Today, Perez tells Rosenberg about: What it was like winning the NXT title last year (3:00) Her relationship with Booker T. and her experience at his wrestling promotion (4:20) Why she is so confident she will win the women’s Royal Rumble one day (7:03) The moment WWE called her (26:10) Dream matchups in WWE (32:30) Plus, she talks about the moments she considered quitting, saying no to high school hangouts so she could take the Greyhound to wrestling events instead, getting her mother on board with her wrestling career, and more. And to polish off the episode, Rosenberg hits some Mailbag (35:00). Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back to discuss another week in the world of professional wrestling. Topics include: Some of the voices on this podcast feed disapproving of Cody Rhodes’s Royal Rumble victory (06:00) The highlights of last night’s ‘Dynamite’ (32:00) Fantasy booking Bianca Belair’s road to ‘WrestleMania’ (45:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben, Khal, and Brian H. are here to break down a few midweek headlines, including: The Rock’s potential appearance at 'WrestleMania' in a non-wrestling role (6:03) Kofi Kingston’s thoughts on "KofiMania" (11:24) Seth Rollins wanting FTR back in WWE (16:08) Response to the 'Cheap Heat’ “Countdown to Cody Boos” (22:34) Phil Schneider joins to talk about his Ringer dot com article featuring this week's top 3 matches. (29:26) Highlights from ‘NXT’ (50:31) Preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (53:46) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: Phil Schneider Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the first post–‘Royal Rumble’ episode of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip discuss: Why Dip is already tired of Cody Rhodes (5:44) Jey Uso walking away from the Bloodline Sami Zayn’s continued superstardom and what his run up to ‘WrestleMania’ could look like (17:05) Thoughts on the Pitch Black match (23:16) A debate about the entertainment value of the postmatch press conference (25:46) And more! Stay maj. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Road to 'WrestleMania' starts now. David and Kaz recap the 2023 'Royal Rumble', discussing the following: Gunther making a statement (5:15) Cody Rhodes coming in at no. 30 (7:48) Dominik Mysterio coming into his own (20:25) The Pitch Black Match (24:58) Alexa Bliss embracing the dark side (33:11) Rhea Ripley winning as the no. 1 entry (35:13) Stars that stood out in the women’s rumble (50:44) Sami Zayn making his choice and the Bloodline’s reactions (58:03) Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From the air and then later on the ground in San Antonio, Rosenberg talks ‘Royal Rumble’ with ‘Evil’ Sam Roberts and some random kids from the airplane. After that chaos, Rosenberg tells you why he thinks tonight’s event might end up being one of the most “surprising" events in recent history (15:18). Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Kaz dive into this Saturday’s ‘Royal Rumble’ with predictions, fantasy bookings, chaos picks, and more. Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional Producer Support: Brian Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Blame it on the Dew! Ben, Khal, and Brian H. kick off the show with a taste test of Mountain Dew Pitch Black ahead of Bray Wyatt and LA Knight’s sponsored Pitch Black match (2:40). Then they discuss the following: The possibility of a Stone Cold Steve Austin match at 'WrestleMania' (5:34) The petition for Bushwhacker Luke to participate in the Royal Rumble (14:50) 'Raw 30' not acknowledging women’s wrestling the way it should have (17:00) Undertaker potentially pivoting to only showing up as the American Badass (20:42) Nick Bond joins to talk about his Ringer dot com article on Charlotte Flair (27:43) Highlights from ‘NXT’ (42:18) Preview of tonight’s AEW ‘Dynamite’ (46:10) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: Nick Bond Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg and Dip recap the 'WWE Raw’ 30th anniversary and discuss the following: The Trial of Sami Zayn (6:40)  The Undertaker returning as the American Badass (10:53)  Brock Lesnar costing Bobby Lashley the United States Title (12:37)  Charlotte Flair evolving as a face (24:35)  Bryan Danielson vs. Bandido recap (31:57)  Plus Royal Rumble predictions, Black Power Rankings, and mailbag.  Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Dip  Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE celebrates another anniversary for 'Monday Night Raw,' this time, 30 years. Dave and Kaz discuss the following leading into the show: The Great Muta’s retirement match and possibility of seeing him in the Royal Rumble? (3:50) Which Legends they want to see (10:40) Hulk Hogan’s limited time on ‘Raw’ (16:40) Brian’s love for Brutus "the Barber" Beefcake (17:09) Rumors of what the Undertaker will be doing (26:00) What to expect from the Trial of Sami Zayn (34:00) Fantasy Slam: Booking Sami Zayn going into 'WrestleMania' (42:20) LA Knight and Bray Wyatt’s matchup at the Royal Rumble (48:10)Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE superstar Kofi Kingston joins Rosenberg for a fun lighthearted conversation on this wonderful Friday. The boys discuss: Kofi’s legendary skin care regimen (1:20) Click for Quality Education Foundation, which provides computer labs and libraries to schoolchildren in Ghana (7:42). To support Kofi and his cause, please visit this link Last year’s Royal Rumble and what makes the event so special An update on the health of his friend, Big E, who suffered a catastrophic neck injury last year (26:52) What it’s like drinking with the other members of The New Day (31:28) The passing of Jay Briscoe (36:42) And much, much more! Stay maj. Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, David and Kaz dive into the week of wrestling with a plethora of topics including:-Paying respects to Jay Briscoe (02:00) -Daniel Bryan’s in ring greatness and a potential AEW championship (16:00) -Reactions to Nick Khan on the Bill Simmons Podcast (24:00) -Fantasy booking ‘WrestleMania’ in our new segment Fantasy Slam (34:00) -Sell or no sell (45:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Introducing Wednesday Worldwide, where Ringer dot com senior editor Khal Davenport and producers Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters tackle the biggest headlines of the week in the wrestling world and chat with some of the biggest names in wrestling media before recapping the previous night’s 'NXT' and previewing AEW 'Dynamite.' This week, they discuss the following: Their wrestling fan origin stories (3:00) "Broken" Matt Hardy’s return (11:37) LA Knight not knowing what a Pitch Black match is (15:25) Jay Briscoe’s passing (21:08) Rhea Ripley being this generation’s Chyna (26:10) David Shoemaker joins to break down Nick Khan’s interview with Bill Simmons (33:00) Highlights from 'NXT' (45:44) Preview of tonight’s AEW 'Dynamite' (50:16) Hosts: Ben Cruz, Khal Davenport, and Brian H. Waters Guest: David Shoemaker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The normal trio is back! On today’s episode, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip gather to discuss: The latest information on the speculated sale of WWE (2:45) Dip’s prediction for when The Rock will make his return (9:25) The latest episode of ‘Young Rock’ and its deep dive into pro wrestling history (17:20) The Judgment Day’s gear from ‘Raw’ (25:48) Plus, mailbag and things that upset Dip these days. Hint: not turbulence! Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, and Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Friend of the show Andrew Goldstein, who once enjoyed a cup of coffee with WWE, joins Rosenberg to catch up on an array of wrestling and non-wrestling topics. On today’s episode, the guys discuss: The biggest story in the history of WWE … that is a lie? (3:42) AEW’s strong start to 2023 (11:18) Suggestions for how AEW can get even more out of MJF (16:44) Why the Bloodline narrative could benefit from an infusion of new energy (24:20) Current fighting styles in pro wrestling and why they aren’t up to snuff (30:09) Plus, mailbag! Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz open the show with a talk about the biggest type of POPs in pro wrestling. Then they discuss the following: Kaz talks the temperature of the WWE office after Stephanie McMahon’s resignation (2:00) No Mercedes is trending after Mercedes Mone’ does not appear on AEW Dynamite Will Bryan Danielson defeat MJF for the World Title? (18:00) The Elite and Death Triangle complete their 7-Match series (23:00) WWE is up for sale but to whom? (30:00) Will Uncle Howdy be revealed as Bo Dallas? (50:00) Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Shoemaker is joined by Ringer dot com Senior Editor Khal Davenport and producers Ben Cruz and Brian H. Waters to discuss Stephanie McMahon’s sudden resignation from WWE and the potential sale of the company. They also discuss rumors around Mercedes Moné’s appearance at AEW 'Dynamite.' Hosts: David Shoemaker, Khal Davenport, Ben Cruz, and Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The physically vacationing SGG returns from London to join friends Rosenberg and Dip for another delightful edition of the world’s no. 1 sports and recreation podcast. On today’s episode, the guys discuss: The best way to write the Bloodline story from here (8:35) Rhea Ripley’s performance with the Judgment Day (12:50) Ticket sale records for ‘WrestleMania’ 2023 at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles (27:15) Rosenberg’s issues with his barber (32:50) Plus, SGG makes ‘Cheap Heat’ history. Enjoy yourselves. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Greg Hyde, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David kicks off this week’s show by asking Kaz whether he would rather purchase the WWE or the New York Knicks (0:30). This week, they discuss the following: Vince McMahon returns to the WWE board of directors (8:35) 'WrestleMania' breaks the all-time gate record (27:27) Chris Jericho shows up at PWG (35:00) Speedball Mike Bailey continues to make a name for himself (38:18) 'SmackDown' recap (46:29) Who Saraya’s surprise partner on AEW will be this week (56:00) Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producers: Brian H. Waters and Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices