Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast Podcast

Mat Men Pro Wrestling Podcast

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Pro Wrestling Mat Men is a weekly pro wrestling news and speculation podcast hosted by Andrew Zarian, Rich Stambolian. They are passionate about pro wrestling and about presenting their love for the product in a mature and well worded way with a big dose of laughter and goofing off. Wrestling fans unite and let cooler heads prevail while these boys regale you with their take on the squared circle.
Mat Men S14E20 - A New AEW Champion, Plus WrestleMania Weekend!
The guys start by reacting to Darby Allin winning the AEW Championship on Wednesday night’s Dynamite. Although this was in the plans for a while, did they make the change knowing it was WrestleMania week, or was it just a coincidence? It's WrestleMania week; the guys talk about the WrestleMania lineup, give predictions for both nights, and discuss which matches they are looking forward to the most. Plus, the WWE HOF, Danhausen’s presence, the best of the indie shows, your questions, and more!
Apr 17
59 min
Mat Men S14E19 - AEW Dynasty Preview, Plus a Wrestlemania Update!
The boys start by discussing the build to WrestleMania and the possibility of Nikki Bella being injured, which might change the women's card. Also, The Miz will be marrying people as part of an event during WrestleMania week; the guys ponder who would want to do this? CM Punk gave a very passionate promo on Raw Monday, which was being referred to as "pipebomb 2.0". We discuss it and wonder if it was on the same level as the first pipe bomb or more contrived. With AEW Dynasty this weekend, the guys break down this week's Dynamite and the build-up to the pay-per-view Sunday night, including MJF defending against Kenny Omega. Plus, Pat McAfee's involvement in the Orton/Cody Feud, AEW’s long-term plan heading into the summer, Chris Jericho’s return, your questions, and more!
Apr 10
55 min
Mat Men S14E18 - AEW Dynasty Has Its Main Event and More!
The guys start off discussing some of the news of the week, including Ronda Rousey not being planned for any more AEW appearances anytime soon; her Revolution appearance apparently had to do with sticking it to TKO. They also talk about all the things that happened on WWE TV this week, including CM Punk and Roman Reigns' confrontation on Raw, and more Danhausen. AEW Dynamite saw Kenny Omega and MJF being made official for AEW Dynasty this week. The guys speculate on what that means going into Double or Nothing and All In this summer. Does it eventually lead to Will Ospreay getting the title? Plus, WWE HOF Update, Unreal gets Emmy nominations, Tama Tonga’s fine, your questions, and more!
Mar 27
57 min
Mat Men S14E17 - AEW Revolution and More!
This week, the guys break down this weekend's AEW Revolution pay-per-view, offering thoughts on what direction it might take, especially in the main event between MJF and Hangman Page. They also break down this week's Dynamite episode and MG Geek’s disappointment with the main event press conference. Also, as Peacock continues to remove more WWE content, NXT is moving its PLEs to YouTube, starting with Stand and Deliver. The guys discuss whether this is a good or bad thing and what has happened to the NXT product in recent months. Plus, notes on a WrestleMania main event, SmackDown and Rey de Reyes previews, your questions, and more!
Mar 13
1 hr
Mat Men S14E16 - AEW Revolution Plus Elimination Chamber Fallout
The guys react to Road Dogg's departure from WWE as a producer/writer and discuss why that job is difficult to keep. They also discuss the fallout from Elimination Chamber, including the debut of Danhausen and what's happening with Drew McIntyre, Randy Orton, and Cody Rhodes going into WrestleMania. Then, on Raw this week, another great promo exchange between Roman Reigns and CM Punk. Also, a recap of this week's AEW Dynamite and the build to Revolution next weekend. Plus, an update on WrestleMania plans, David Finley's decision, your questions, and more!
Mar 6
1 hr 3 min
Mat Men S14E15 - Elimination Chamber Preview and AEW’s Revolution!
The guys break down the latest on the merger with Paramount and WBD. What does this mean for AEW and media distribution in general? They also preview the Elimination Chamber, which takes place on Saturday and will help define how WrestleMania is shaping up.Plus, AEW Dynamite and the lead-up to Revolution, AJ Styles' new role in WWE, Bronson Reed's injury, and more!
Feb 27
1 hr 2 min
Mat Men S14E14 - Building to Revolution and Elimination Chamber
Andrew makes his return to the show as the guys kick things off by talking about ESPN airing the Royal Rumble this weekend. Could this potentially lead to PLEs being broadcast live on ABC/ESPN in the future? They also cover AEW, bringing Double or Nothing to Queens' Louis Armstrong Stadium and share what fans should know if they're attending the show that weekend. Plus: a full breakdown of this week's AEW Dynamite, a preview of Revolution, and... what's in the box?
Feb 20
1 hr 13 min
Mat Men S14E13 - Rich and MG’s Takeover Part 3: Royal Rumble Addition!
It's Royal Rumble week, so we’re talking all about the event, giving our predictions for the winners, and, of course, discussing all the potential surprises! We also cover this week's AEW Dynamite and the surprising debut of Tommaso Ciampa, including how his character might be portrayed in AEW. Additionally, it looks like Andrade will finally get the main event run we’ve all been hoping for. Plus, we dive into AJ Styles’ independent trademarks, the WWE 2K26 cover, your questions, and more!"
Jan 30
55 min
Mat Men S14E12 - Rich and Mg’s Takeover part 2: unreal!
This week, we discuss WWE Unreal, talking about some of our favorite moments, including Seth’s fake injury, R-Truth’s release, and the company’s use of Gunther. We also discuss how much behind-the-scenes content is too much. We also discussed upcoming shows, including this week's Saturday Night's Main Event in an early preview of The Royal Rumble, and expectations for surprises, given that they are overseas. Also, a review of this week's AEW Dynamite, including who we think will be the one to dethrone MJF this time. Plus: Evil to the WWE, AJ Lee vs. Becky Lynch at WrestleMania, your questions, and more!
Jan 23
1 hr 8 min
Mat Men S14E11 - Rich and MG’s Takeover! Hobbs! Drew! TNA on AMC!
We start out talking about Will Hobbs finishing up with AEW and most likely signing with WWE. What will they do with him—NXT or main roster—and who would be a good fit to pair with him? TNA made its debut on AMC on Thursday night. Although we don't often talk about TNA, this was a milestone moment for that company. We just addressed some of the production issues and what they need to improve. Will WWE loan more people, as they did with AJ Styles? We also talk about Drew McIntyre as the new WWE Champion and what his likely match would be at WrestleMania. Also, we look at Royal Rumble odds and who might win this year's Royal Rumble. Plus, Dynamite review, thoughts on MJF’s booking, Mercedes Moné taking time off, your questions, and more!
Jan 16
51 min
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