The Masked Man Show

Brian Gewirtz, author of 'There's Just One Problem: True Tales from the Former, One-Time, 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE', joins Rosenberg and SGG for a wide-ranging conversation about his experiences working for WWE from 1999-2015, covering topics like: His times challenging Vince McMahon (17:18) Working up close and personal with the Rock during his come-up (23:08) His relationships with Steve Austin (28:52), Paul Heyman, and many of the biggest names in WWE history If he thinks the Rock will ever appear at a WWE event again (56:50) The book goes on sale on Tuesday, August 16, and is now available for pre-order. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Stat Guy Greg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are back from their trip to Nashville for ‘SummerSlam’ with a breakdown of the show plus reactions to the fallout on ‘Raw’ under Triple H (09:00). Later, the guys look at last night’s episode of ‘Dynamite,’ specifically highlighting the Undisputed Elite turning on the Young Bucks and Ricky Starks's recent babyface turn (1:10:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg and SGG are back from Nashville to break down all the action from ‘SummerSlam.’ The guys tell tales from the weekend, and Dip later joins to give his loud takes (17:56). Then, Dip has some strong words for the Street Profits (24:33), Rosenberg gives Bianca Belair some advice, and the guys try to make sense of Ronda Rousey’s career path. Plus, Canasta and Dip make a big announcement to the ‘Cheap Heat’ universe. Enjoy yourselves. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a special bonus edition of MackMania, Paul Heyman comes on to discuss the WWE on the A&E 'Rivals' series, the WWE vs. WCW rivalry, as well as the 'Biography' episode of Lex Luger (06:44). He also discusses being Roman Reigns’s manager (9:22), working with Vince McMahon (24:56), and more! Hosts: Evan T. Mack, Flobo Boyce, and Jack Farmer Guest: Paul Heyman Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Evan, Flobo, and Jack dive into their trip to Nashville and discuss club etiquette (02:00). Then, the guys get into some of their favorite ‘SummerSlam’ moments (18:00) before discussing Ric Flair’s last match (29:45). Later, Jack gives his top 10 favorite wrestlers ever before Flobo picks his Boo Thang of the Week (45:00). Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce, and Jack Farmer Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David goes backstage to interview the All Mighty Bobby Lashley after his big win over Theory at 'SummerSlam.' Host: David Shoemaker Guest: Bobby Lashley Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Additional; Production Support: Ben Cruz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Stat Guy Greg kick off this episode by asking Finn Balor about the uproar he caused when he changed his gear to pants. He also discusses his relationship with Triple H, the possibilities of Edge returning at 'SummerSlam', and more! Host: David Shoemaker and Stat Guy Greg Guest: Finn Balor Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave and Kaz are joined by ‘Cheap Heat’ co-host Stat Guy Greg for this special 'SummerSlam' preview. They kick things off by discussing Vince McMahon’s retirement (04:00), Triple H taking over WWE creative (08:40), and finish with their 'SummerSlam' picks (25:32).Host David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide and Stat Guy Greg Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Miz joins Evan and Flobo to discuss his matchup with Logan Paul and why he gave him the skull-crushing finale at 'WrestleMania' (05:20). He also shares why he has stayed with WWE for so long (15:00), how he is constantly setting new goals (16:53), and more. Hosts: Evan T. Mack and Flobo Boyce Guest: the Miz Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kazeem and Stat Guy Greg sit down with Big E live at the SummerSlam Store as he shares how his recovery is going. He also talks about helping out with the WWE tryouts relating to former collegiate athletes who are joining the wrestling business, the evolution of Angelo Dawkins, the crossover between wrestling and hip-hop, and more. Host: Kazeem Famuyide and Stat Guy Greg Guest: Big E Producer: Brian H. Waters and Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bianca Belair joins Kazeem and Stat Guy Greg and shares why 'SummerSlam' will be a full-circle moment for her (3:19), being an inspiration to young girls (10:39), WWE’s NIL program (12:04), her collaboration with Fenty (18:450), and more!Hosts: Kazeem Famuyide and Stat Guy Greg Guest Bianca Belair Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

MackMania’ franchise tag player Theory joins Evan and Flobo ahead of his matchup with Bobby Lashley at 'SummerSlam.' He discusses whether John Cena is the greatest of all time (02:01), being the youngest Money in the Bank winner (04:39), being compared to John Cena (12:00), and more.Hosts: Evan T. Mack and Flobo Boyce Guest: Theory Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the first episode of the post-Vince McMahon era of ‘Cheap Heat,’ Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip discuss: McMahon’s leaked text message WWE’s new leadership structure How the company will change with Triple H as creative director What this move means for AEW Plus, ’SummerSlam' predictions (39:22) and mailbag (56:28)! Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian kick off this week’s show by discussing the impact that Vince McMahon has had on wrestling fans and content creators (4:24). Then they discuss how good 'Raw' was with Logan Paul and the Miz kicking off the show (19:57), celebrating 20 years of Rey Mysterio (31:33), and Roman Reigns carrying Theory on the mic (39:11). We close with Evan sharing his top five wrestlers (62:32) and 'SummerSlam' predictions (75:08) Hosts: Evan T. Mack, Flobo Boyce, and Jack Farmer Producer: Brian H. Waters Note: The Ringer has a working relationship with WWE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter, David, and Kaz get together for an emergency pod to share their reactions to the announcement of Vince McMahon's retirement from pro wrestling and discuss the ramifications of this move for the future of WWE and pro wrestling in general. Hosts: Kazeem Famuyide, Peter Rosenberg, and David Shoemaker Producer: Ben Cruz Production Assistance: Chris Sutton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David is joined by Ringer wrestling writer Phil Schneider to discuss Eddie Kingston and Chris Jericho’s barbed-wire match and all things barbed-wire matches in general (01:00). Later, the guys preview Ring of Honor’s ‘Death Before Dishonor’ (35:00), ’SummerSlam’ rating rumors (58:00), and much more. Host: David Shoemaker Guest: Phil Schneider Associate Producers: Brian Waters and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg and SGG are joined by the sickly Diperstein to discuss Ric Flair's brawl with Jay Lethal, a strange finish to a match on Monday, Goldberg’s new biography, and, of course, Chinese chicken. Plus, mailbag! Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Evan establishes new rules for the podcast, including that no show hosts can have abs (1:30). The guys also discuss Sasha Banks’s reported asking price for appearances, and Evan asks Flobo, Jack, and Brian what they would charge (6:00). While discussing heroes and villains, Evan explains why Scar from 'The Lion King’ was misunderstood (31:39). Plus Flobo honors Gisele Shaw with this week’s Boo Thang of the Week, and more (62:00). Hosts: Evan T. Mack, Flobo Boyce, and Jack Farmer Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Kaz opens the show with a message for Jim Cornette: Google David Shoemaker (3:50)! Plus they discuss Keith Lee and Swerve winning the AEW tag team championships (14:08) which leads them to discuss who did WWE drop the ball on the most between Claudio Keith Lee and Dolph Ziggler (20:37) and we have a run-in from fill-in producer Brian H. Waters and he and Dave discuss Karrion Kross returning to WWE, Chris Jericho’s upcoming Barbed-Wire match with Eddie Kingston and more (43:51). Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Producer: Brian H. Waters Note: The Ringer has a working relationship with WWE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In their first show following the live podcast in front of a sold-out Vegas crowd, Rosenberg and SGG discuss: The Wall Street Journal’s latest investigation into Vince McMahon (13:40) What could be next for MJF (19:44) WWE's plans for its current female stars (37:10) Plus, a Hawaii history lesson from SGG, and is it possible that the Montreal Screwjob was a work? Hosts: Peter Rosenberg and Stat Guy Greg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices