The Masked Man Show

David and Kaz open the show with a quick discussion of the week in wrestling, including Scott Hall's passing, Big-E’s injury, and Thunder Rosa winning the AEW women’s championship (02:00). Later the guys are joined by former WWE writer and producer of ‘Young Rock’ Brian Gewirtz to discuss whether WWE writers deserve more recognition, ‘Young Rock,’ his upcoming book, and so much more (22:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Brian Gewirtz Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David Shoemaker reads his Ringer piece on what the late Scott Hall meant to pro wrestling fans. Host: David Shoemaker Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One week before the guys drop their highly anticipated "Tiers of Maj" episode, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip look back on the incredible career of Scott Hall (Razor Ramon) and discuss his place among the all-time greats. Then, the guys talk about Big E’s scary injury, skepticism around Cody Rhodes reappearing at WWE, what will happen with Edge at 'WrestleMania,' and some ways to improve the 'WrestleMania' card. Plus, Black Power Rankings and mailbag! Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian reflect on the life of WWE legend Scott Hall, a.k.a. Razor Ramon (0:24). The guys discuss when Cody Rhodes will show up in WWE (16:45), Evan responds to a 'WWE 2K22' challenge (28:56), and Flobo honors Queen Sharmell with this week’s Boo Thang of the Week (33:08). Last, NXT U.K. announcer Andy Shepherd joins the show (36:23). Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce, Jack Farmer Guest: Andy Shepherd Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip begin today’s show by discussing Kevin Owens’s recent performances, silence around Cody Rhodes and his next move, and the recently announced 2022 WWE Hall of Fame class. Then the guys talk about Rosenberg (a.k.a the Bull Moose broadcaster) and his recent Madison Square Garden house show experience, as well as his interview with Brock Lesnar. And of course, an AEW Revolution recap and Black Power Rankings! Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are joined by comedian and ‘WrestleRoasts’ cohost Dan St. Germain to discuss the plethora of new champions within WWE and AEW (04:00) before checking in on much of the ‘WrestleMania’ card speculation, including Stone Cold confirming that he will share the ring with Kevin Owens at the grandest stage of them all (13:30). Later, the guys give their ‘Revolution’ reactions and discuss William Regal, Swerve Scott, and Jeff Hardy making their AEW debuts (38:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Dan St. Germain Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian discuss whether Edge’s blue special was needed to sell fans on his 'WrestleMania' match with AJ Styles (02:47). The guys also discuss whether WWE is lowering expectations with Stone Cold Steve Austin’s appearance at 'WrestleMania 38' (13:00), Jon Moxley’s best match of his career, with Bryan Danielson at 'AEW Revolution' (27:05), and more! Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce, Jack Farmer Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David, Phil, Evan, and Flobo hop into Spotify Greenroom immediately after AEW Revolution and give their instant reactions. The guys name their matches of the night, share their thoughts on CM Punk vs. MJF and what’s next for both wrestlers, discuss the debut of Swerve Strickland, and answer fan questions in the chat. Hosts: David Shoemaker, Flobo Boyce, Evan Mack and Phil Schneider Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz open the show with reactions to the news of Tony Khan becoming the owner of Ring of Honor (2:00). Then, they take a look at this week’s developments in the ‘WrestleMania’ card, including Edge’s heel turn on AJ Styles (22:00). Later, the guys give out their predictions for ‘AEW Revolution' (50:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Associate Producer: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip reconvene to talk about the expansion of the partnership between WWE and A&E, wrestlers who don’t deserve to have biographies written about them, feelings about Cesaro’s career, and Chris Jericho’s physical transformation. Plus, the guys wonder what Vince McMahon vs. Pat McAfee could look like, and then it's Black Power Rankings … with a Jewish twist. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Diperstein, Stat Guy Greg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Titan, Adam Scherr, joins the guys to discuss joining Control Your Narrative, fans still calling him Braun Strowman, feeding giraffes with the Undertaker, and more (01:51)! Plus, Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian discuss Finn Bálor responding to Evan’s tweet last week with a United States championship victory (31:58), AJ Styles answering Edge’s 'WrestleMania' challenge (43:00), and more! Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce and Jack Farmer Guest: Adam Scherr Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Bryan Danielson joins David and Kaz on 'The Masked Man' and shares his thoughts on moving on from the "YES" catchphrase (07:00), how AEW embraces the evolution of professional wrestling with the times (15:00), his mission with Jon Moxley (20:00), lessons he’s learned from both Vince McMahon and Tony Khan (49:00), and more!  Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide  Guest: Bryan Danielson Producers: Jonathan Kermah and Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In another riveting episode, Rosenberg and crew discuss the hard-hitting stuff, like the proper like/comment/retweet ratio on Twitter. Then the guys wonder if Vince McMahon will introduce The Undertaker to the Hall of Fame before discussing which wrestlers Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip would have befriended in the ‘90s, Kenny Omega’s comments about Cody Rhodes’s departure from AEW, Elimination Chamber, and Logan Paul vs. Bad Bunny? Stay maj and enjoy yourselves. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EC3 joins the 'MackMania' podcast this week and discusses his new TV deal for his new wrestling promotion, Control Your Narrative (04:34), and what he is looking for in new talent (08:43), money being left on the table at WWE (17:00), movies he studies, and more (21:03). Plus Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian discuss their biggest takeaways from 'Elimination Chamber' (41:00). Last, Evan shares why he is happy that Finn Bálor was on 'Monday Night Raw' TWICE (60:00)!  Hosts: Evan T. Mack, Flobo Boyce, and Jack Farmer Guest: EC3 Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

WWE Elimination Chamber Post-Show Immediately after WWE Elimination Chamber, The Ringer Wrestling crew hop on to Spotify Greenroom to give their instant reactions. They discuss Brock Lesnar becoming the WWE Champion (02:44), Kaz drops some news on Bobby Lashley’s injury (04:55), Lita’s shining moment (16:05), and biggest takeaways from the night (46:22). Host: David Shoemaker, Kazeem Famuyide, Peter Rosenberg, Flobo Boyce, Bryan Diperstein and Evan Mack   Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz react to the news of Cody Rhodes's departure from AEW and the rumors that he may be headed to WWE sooner rather than later (02:00). Then, they get into the shocking report that WWE is pushing for Steve Austin to return for a match at ‘WrestleMania 38’ (30:00), before they look back at this week’s ‘NXT’ and ‘Dynamite.’ Later, the guys give their predictions for this Saturday’s ‘Elimination Chamber’ (56:00). Host: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip discuss the news of the week, including Cody Rhodes’s departure from AEW and rumors of 57-year-old Stone Cold Steve Austin returning to WWE. Plus, the guys talk about ‘WrestleMania’ and whether The Rock will make his long-awaited return in Dallas in April. And, of course, mailbag, Black Power Rankings, and a crossword puzzle. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Masked Man himself, David Shoemaker, joins Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian to react to the breaking news of Cody and Brandi Rhodes leaving All Elite Wrestling. Also, they discuss the possibility of Stone Cold Steve Austin appearing at 'WrestleMania' (3:16). Later, WWE Hall of Famer Jeff Jarrett joins the 'MackMania' podcast and shares his thoughts on the state of professional wrestling, which wrestler he believes is the best in the world, plus his Mount Rushmore of country music (54:22).  Hosts: Evan T. Mack, Flobo Boyce, Jack Farmer Guest: David Shoemaker, Jeff Jarrett Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz open the show with their reactions to the opening of “forbidden doors” and the arrival of Keith Lee and Jay White on ‘Dynamite’ (02:00). Then, they look back at this week’s ‘Raw’ and forward to ‘SmackDown’ (33:00). Later, the guys give out rockets to some wrestlers who they think have some big things coming (1:01:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After learning why the bosses want to make the show shorter, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip begin today’s show debating whether there’s any content of the show worth cutting. Then, the guys talk about AEW’s one big flaw, Ronda Rousey and Charlotte Flair potentially squaring off at ‘WrestleMania,’ Gable Steveson’s potential, and Dip’s poor mic situation. And of course, mailbag! Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices