The Masked Man Show

On the final show of the year, Simon Miller joins us for our annual Everything Tournament! We look back at pro wrestling in 2021 and decide what is the one thing we cannot live without. Categories include Return of the Year (03:05), Pay-per-View of the Year (16:01), Women’s Wrestler of the Year (30:18), and more!  Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce, Jack Farmer, Brian H. Waters Guest: Simon Miller Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a special Christmas Eve edition of the show, Zelina Vega sits down with Rosenberg ahead of her December 26 match at Madison Square Garden. The two discuss the story behind her name, her many accents, her New York City upbringing, memories of her dad, her current career path, her relationship with The Rock, and much more. Host: Peter Rosenberg Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip talk about their various travel woes before diving into COVID’s impact on pro wrestling and the rest of the sports world, the recent character development of Kevin Owens and Seth Rollins, Omos’s performance, Liv Morgan's struggles to deliver the right lines in the biggest moments, and much more. Stay maj and enjoy yourselves. P.S. Be on the lookout for bonus 'Cheap Heat' content this week. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this holiday edition of MackMania, Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian gift you with a special episode as they recast Marvel characters as professional wrestlers. From Captain America (02:26) to Thanos (17:25) to Spider-Man (25:00), the guys decide which superstar would best play the role of some of your favorite Marvel characters. Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce, Jack Farmer, Brian H. Waters Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rosenberg, SGG, and the physically ill Dip join you on this Friday to talk about Jeff Hardy’s release and whether this spells the end of the road for the Hardy boyz in WWE. Then, the guys discuss what Kevin Owens really has left in the tank (16:50) -- and Winter is Coming (27:25) -- before Dip dips out to leave Rosenberg and SGG alone for Black Power Rankings (53:45) and this week’s mailbag. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz are joined by author and host of ‘The Way of the Blade Podcast’ Phil Schneider to discuss Kevin Owens signing a multiyear deal with WWE (02:00). They then dive into the legacy of Ring of Honor after ‘Final Battle’ last week (25:00). Later, they react to Hangman Page and Bryan Danielson's hour-long draw on ‘Winter Is Coming’ (45:00) as well as Brock Lesnar’s comedy chops with Sammy Zayn on ‘SmackDown’ (1:00:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Guest: Phil Schneider Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Evan shares a story when he met his childhood crush, the one and only Anne Heche... and he froze (02:54). Also, our producer Brian H. Waters shares his experience at what could be the final Ring of Honor show (05:17). As Big E gets ready to defend his WWE championship at WWE Day 1, Flobo and Jack disagree on how strong he looks in his title run (18:58). Plus the guys share their Bold Predictions for 2022 (24:55) and we finish with the final Farmer’s Market (37:37) and Boo Thang (39:41) of the week for the year!  Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce, Jack Farmer Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz react to the recent news of Jeff Hardy being released from the WWE roster (02:00). They then look ahead to what may be next for NXT veterans Kyle O’Reilly and Johnny Gargano now that their contracts are seemingly up (14:00). Later, they discuss CM Punk playing the heel in Long Island and more AEW-related things (34:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today’s episode, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip swap stories from the weekend, including one about the guys hanging out with Jake the Snake and one about Dip using poor negotiating tactics to buy an expensive mug. Plus, the guys discuss WWE’s upcoming Next in Line Program, The Edge vs. Miz, and, of course, this week’s Black Power Rankings. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Dip Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Johnny Gargano is due to make a big announcement following War Games, so if this is the last time we see him in NXT, Evan, Flobo, Jack, and Brian discuss whether he is a WWE Hall of Famer (01:07). The guys also discuss Roman Reigns's upcoming match with Brock Lesnar at WWE Day One (24:11). Also, they review CM Punk and MJF’s promo battles over the past two weeks (40:16). Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo Boyce, Jack Farmer Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a special Friday edition of 'Cheap Heat,' Peter and Laura Stylez sit down with rapper and WWE superstar R-Truth about his new album (available December 10). Plus, R-Truth tells some amazing stories about why he first fell in love with pro wrestling, his relationships with Vince McMahon and Roman Reigns, lessons learned from working with The Rock, the impact of 2Pac on his life, and much more. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Laura Stylez Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Kaz dive into CM Punk and MJF’s feud on the past two weeks of ‘Dynamite’ (02:00). Then, they look at Edge’s return and promo with the Miz, as well as Liv Morgan’s reference to the WWE roster cuts (30:00). Later, the guys discuss the Undertaker’s pro wrestling Mount Rushmore (52:00). Hosts: David Shoemaker and Kazeem Famuyide Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The kings of The Ringer gather once more to discuss The Undertaker’s take on the greatest pro wrestlers of all time. Plus, a mailbag (55:21) and some arguments about boutique vs. corporate hotels and the best way to take care of big beards. 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 discuss what it will take for Finn Bálor to bounce back to the winning side (08:35), and Jack says it’s time to invest in Austin Theory (24:36). Also, Evan asks the question, has WWE done right by Kevin Owens? (32:35) Last, the guys share which legend they would bring back in their current state for one more match. (46:32) Hosts: Evan Mack, Jack Farmer, Flobo Boyce Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s an extra-long episode of 'Cheap Heat' to help you survive the Thanksgiving commute with grandma. On today’s show, Rosenberg, SGG, and Dip welcome Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful.com to talk about some of the latest WWE news. Then, the guys recap last weekend’s ‘Survivor Series’ and Rosenberg’s legendary outfit from the evening, which eventually leads to a turkey vs. chicken debate and a phone call to Rosenberg’s better half about their Thanksgiving spread. And of course, a mailbag (1:06:34), and Rosenberg and Dip try to get SGG to embrace AEW. Enjoy yourselves. Happy Thanksgiving. Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Diperstein Producer: Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David is joined by babyface production assistant Jonathan Kermah to discuss Seth Rollins being attacked by a fan on ‘Raw.’ Then, we dive in to answer your fan questions, including who the wrestler equivalents of your favorite Thanksgiving dishes are. Later, things come to a close as David discusses ‘Full Gear.’ Host: David Shoemaker Production Assistant: Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Back from 'Survivor Series,' Evan, Flobo, and Jack reconvene to discuss some controversy! Plus, the guys talk about the corporate culture of WWE and how it compares to that of AEW (23:22), concerns for the health of pro wrestlers (45:53), Jack’s poll question (35:20), and a great conversation about The Rock and whether any amount of money could ever bring him back to WWE (8:58). Hosts: Evan Mack, Flobo, Jack Farmer Producers: Brian Waters, Troy Farkas Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sasha Banks joins Dave ahead of her traditional Survivor Series match and shares what main eventing WrestleMania 37 meant to her (01:56), who she wants to work with in the future, and more. Plus, Dave and smart mark producer Brian H. Waters share their picks for Survivor Series (24:46).  Hosts: Dave Shoemaker and Brian H. Waters Guest: Sasha Banks Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this special bonus episode of 'MackMania,' Evan Mack is joined by two special guests. WWE champion Big E comes on to discuss the importance of mental health, his match with Roman Reigns, and more (00:51). Drew McIntyre shares his experience with the Spice Girls, staying motivated, and more. (34:20) Plus, Evan has a special predictions segment at the end of the show (61:00). Host: Evan Mack Producer: Brian H. Waters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

David and Evan Mack are joined by SmackDown women’s champion Charlotte Flair to discuss her upcoming match with Becky Lynch at ‘Survivor Series.’ They also discuss breaking barriers for women in the WWE, the state of the current women’s roster, and much more. Host: David Shoemaker and Evan Mack Guest: Charlotte Flair Producers: Brian Waters and Jonathan Kermah Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices