In this episode of Wednesday Night Marks, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming WrestleMania 41, including match predictions, the recent 'Go Home' Monday Night Raw, and the overall state of wrestling storylines.

They express their frustrations with the current build-up to WrestleMania, the treatment of mid-card talent, and the women's division in WWE.

The discussion also briefly touches on Josh Alexander's debut in AEW and the implications for wrestling narratives moving forward.

In this segment of the conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of wrestling, including the complexities of storyline favors, the impressive mic skills of Seth Rollins, and the anticipation surrounding WrestleMania.

They also list ten Hall of Fame Snubs - that includes some CONTROVERSIAL wrestlers - such as focusing on figures like Chris Benoit, Chyna, and Vince McMahon - mainly reflecting on the significant impact he had on the wrestling industry.

The hosts also delve into the significance of wrestling themes, the legacy of figures like Jim Johnston and DDP, and the emotional connections fans have with wrestlers. They discuss the Hall of Fame's recognition criteria, the evolution of wrestlers over time, and rank their top 10 WrestleMania pay-per-views, highlighting iconic moments and matches that shaped wrestling history.

Finally, they dive deep into the excitement and analysis of various WrestleMania events, discussing memorable matches, the evolution of wrestling storytelling, and the impact of specific wrestlers. They explore the significance of opening matches, the highs and lows of WrestleMania history, and the future of women's wrestling. The discussion also touches on the business side of wrestling, including contracts and the dynamics between WWE and AEW, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for wrestlers in today's landscape.

00:00WrestleMania 41 Overview

06:32Building Anticipation for WrestleMania

12:39Predictions and Match Card Discussion

18:38Reflections on WrestleMania Builds

35:54The Return of Nick Aldis

41:39Randy Orton's WrestleMania Build-Up

47:28The State of Mid-Card Wrestling

52:30Women's Division and Title Opportunities

57:50Reflections on Storylines and Character Development

01:03:37The Favor Dilemma in Wrestling Storylines

01:09:45Anticipating WrestleMania: Predictions and Expectations

01:20:37Hall of Fame Snubs: Controversial Figures in Wrestling History

01:35:36The Legacy of Pete Rose

01:42:27The Art of Catchphrases in Wrestling

01:59:20Women in Wrestling: The Rise of Victoria

02:05:29Reflections on the Ultimate Warrior's Legacy

02:12:19The Emotional Toll of Wrestling Losses

02:19:20WrestleMania 1: The Beginning of an Era

02:28:19WrestleMania 39: The Latest Chapter

02:35:41The Evolution of WrestleMania: From 20 to 21

02:41:21The Impact of Eddie Guerrero and Chris Benoit

02:46:59WrestleMania 30: The Night of Shocking Moments

02:52:52Reflections on WrestleMania's Best and Worst Matches

03:00:48WrestleMania 19 Breakdown

03:07:18WrestleMania 40 Anticipation

03:20:01WrestleMania 40 Recap and Highlights

03:26:34Epic WrestleMania Moments

03:32:49Wrestling Contracts and Career Decisions

03:49:41The Future of Women's Wrestling

03:54:57AEW vs WWE: The Talent Dilemma

In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the current state of WWE as they approach WrestleMania, including the card overview, the impact of the European tour on storylines, and the heated exchanges between John Cena and Cody Rhodes.

They also delve into Jade Cargill and her feud with Naomi, Rey Phoenix's debut, and the lackluster feud between Charlotte Flair and Tiffany Stratton.

The conversation highlights the ups and downs of the wrestling world, with a focus on character development and audience reception.

The hosts discuss the recent injury announcement of Kevin Owens, the implications for Randy Orton at WrestleMania, and various fantasy booking scenarios for the event.

They also analyze the build-up to Jacob Fatu's match against LA Knight and the reveal of CM Punk's favor involving Paul Heyman.

The hosts give their predictions for the upcoming Slammy Awards, highlighting the nominees and potential winners.

The conversation concludes with the hosts ranking the best 'in ring' matches from WrestleMania and they share their predictions for upcoming events, highlighting the storytelling and technical prowess that define the sport.

The dialogue is filled with insights, humor, and a shared passion for wrestling, making it a must-listen for fans.

00:00WrestleMania Build-Up and Card Overview

06:22Cena vs. Cody: The War of Words Begins

12:25Cody's Rise and Cena's Legacy

54:48The Role of Blood in Wrestling Storytelling

01:02:43AEW's Recent Events and Star Appearances

01:12:34Rey Fenix's Debut and Future Prospects

01:26:12Jade Cargill's Journey and Development in WWE

01:32:08Charlotte's Struggles: The Impact of the Chicago Crowd

01:34:01Kevin Owens' Injury Announcement

01:39:20Randy Orton's WrestleMania Dilemma

01:44:42Fantasy Booking: Orton's Betrayal at WrestleMania

01:57:16Jacob Fatu vs. Braun Strowman: Building Momentum for WrestleMania

02:03:25New Chapter

02:04:21Building Tension: Jacob vs. LA Knight

02:09:57The Stakes of WrestleMania: Title Implications

02:22:35CM Punk's Favor: A Twist in the Tale

02:32:26Full Circle: The Emotional Connection

02:40:30The Evolution of Roman Reigns

02:46:24Female Superstar of the Year

02:52:33Most Memorable Entrance

02:58:38Faction of the Year

03:05:29Rivalry of the Year

03:14:47Hell in a Cell: The Ultimate Showdown

03:24:38Breakout Superstars: The Future of Wrestling

03:29:16Top In-Ring WrestleMania Matches

03:35:58The Impact of Pandemic Wrestling Matches

03:39:35The Future of Jey Uso and Championship Aspirations

03:44:00Top WrestleMania Matches: A Countdown

03:53:42The Greatest WrestleMania Matches of All Time

03:59:08Looking Ahead: Future Wrestling Themes and Discussions

In this inaugural segment of StS, co-hosts conversation, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the current build-up to WrestleMania, focusing on John Cena's first heel promo, the impact of European tours on WWE storylines, and the dynamics between Cena and Cody Rhodes.

They analyze the role of legends like Stone Cold Steve Austin and The Rock in the current wrestling landscape, as well as fan expectations and reactions leading up to WrestleMania 41. The conversation delves into the current state of WWE leading up to WrestleMania, discussing the anticipation for the event, the disappointing booking of champions, and the lack of compelling storylines. The hosts express frustration with the three-hour format of SmackDown, the treatment of wrestlers like Gunther and the dynamics within the women's division, particularly focusing on Jade, Naomi, and Tiffany.

They also analyze the recent face-off between CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Roman Reigns, highlighting concerns about the overall build to WrestleMania and the potential for exciting matches amidst a lackluster narrative.

The hosts discuss their anticipation for WrestleMania, expressing excitement for certain matches while critiquing the overall build-up and booking decisions in WWE by delving into specific feuds, including Gunther vs. Jey Uso.

The conversation also touches on the unpredictability of title changes in wrestling and the dynamics of tag teams.

The speakers express their excitement and concerns about the current state of the U.S. title picture and character developments leading up to WrestleMania.

They also reflect on past WrestleMania moments and the significance of heel turns in wrestling history. They explore the impact of these turns on the wrestling industry and fan reactions, while also highlighting Cody Rhodes' contributions to storytelling in wrestling.

The discussion takes a turn towards the absurdity of wrestling storylines, including the controversial appearance of Travis Scott and the infamous Katie Vick storyline.

They reflect on the evolution of wrestling fandom and the stigma surrounding it.

Overall, the conversation is a humorous and insightful look into the complexities of wrestling culture as we look ahead to the road to WrestleMania!

00:00Introduction to the Conversation

13:02Cody Rhodes' Response and Future Implications

23:23Breaking Down Cena's Promo and Its Impact

34:46Final Thoughts on Cena's Character Evolution

42:09Promo Battles: The Art of Mic Skills

47:18Behind the Scenes: The Reality of Wrestling

54:57The Role of Legends: Rock and Austin's Impact

01:01:47Cody and Cena: The Main Event Dynamics

01:06:57SmackDown's Struggles: A Critical Review

01:12:49Gunther's Booking and Title Match Concerns

01:29:36Triple Threat Build-Up: Roman, Seth, and Punk

01:37:33Concerns About WrestleMania Build-Up

01:48:34Women's Division: Jade, Naomi, and Future Matches

02:03:50WrestleMania Match Predictions and Storylines

02:11:42Title Picture and Match Dynamics

02:20:56Women's Division and Title Opportunities

02:34:22Greatest WrestleMania Moments and Heel Turns

02:54:23Top Five Heel Turns in Wrestling History

03:05:32The Evolution of Wrestling Characters

03:11:17Memorable Moments and Controversies in Wrestling

03:18:25Looking Ahead: Future of Wrestling and Upcoming Events

In the fourth installment of Wednesday Night Marks, co-hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, the implications for WrestleMania, and the impact of CM Punk's next 'Pipe Bomb' promo. They analyze the role of Travis Scott in the wrestling narrative and the unexpected victory of Iyo Sky for the Women's World Heavyweight Championship. The conversation also touches on the future of Gunther and Jey Uso, exploring the dynamics of their feuds and potential storylines leading up to WrestleMania. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of professional wrestling, focusing on The Rock's return, the confusion surrounding storylines, the authentic heat generated by Logan Paul, and the under utilized, untapped potential of Dominik Mysterio. They also explore fantasy booking scenarios, particularly regarding John Cena's heel run and Mick Foley's iconic moments in wrestling history. WnM delves into some of the most shocking moments in wrestling history, including Hulk Hogan's infamous heel turn and the end of The Undertaker's streak at WrestleMania 30. They discuss the implications of these moments, what could have been if Sting had turned heel instead, and the impact of Brian Pillman's gun incident. The conversation also touches on the evolution of women's wrestling and the potential future of the industry, as well as dream matches and WrestleMania moments that have left a lasting impression on fans.

They end WnM by discussing the posibility of moving over to YouTube and turning WnM into an interactive experience to maximize fan engagement -just talk pro wrestling!

00:00Welcome Back to the TTW Clan

11:07The Road to WrestleMania: Predictions and Speculations

23:27CM Punk's Fiery Promo and Its Implications

31:46The Future of CM Punk and WrestleMania Matchups

38:31Main Event Dynamics in Wrestling

45:34Recent Title Changes and Their Impact

51:21WrestleMania Predictions and Matchups

56:57Current Feuds and Their Relevance

01:03:32Future Title Changes and Character Developments

01:09:34Travis Scott's Controversial Involvement

01:15:49Breaking Kayfabe: The Rock's Missteps

01:21:20Logan Paul's Authentic Heat in Wrestling

01:29:49Dominic Mysterio's Potential and Future

01:42:00Fantasy Booking: Lucha Libre Showdown

01:47:21The State of SmackDown

01:53:29Fantasy Booking Cena's Heel Run

02:05:14The Future of Bron Breaker

02:11:37WrestleMania Speculations and Feuds

02:22:50Iconic Matches and Moments in Wrestling History

02:29:31The Impact of Hulk Hogan's Heel Turn

02:36:06Memorable Segments and Shocking Storylines

02:43:28Brock Lesnar vs. The Undertaker

02:50:32Shocking Moments in Wrestling History

02:57:34Future Plans for YouTube Content

03:05:43WrestleMania Memories and Storylines

03:11:06WrestleMania Highlights and Historical Context

03:22:43Future of Women's Wrestling and Charlotte Flair

03:28:11Transitioning to Interactive Content

In this conversation, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking heel turn of John Cena, analyzing its implications for his character and the wrestling landscape. They compare it to past iconic heel turns, particularly Hulk Hogan's, and speculate on the future of Cena's character leading into WrestleMania. The discussion then shifts to the Elimination Chamber event, highlighting key matches and performances, especially focusing on the women's elimination chamber match and Liv Morgan's standout performance. The hosts express their excitement for upcoming storylines and potential feuds, particularly involving Jade Cargill and Cody Rhodes. The conversation delves into the highlights of recent wrestling events, focusing on standout performances, match dynamics, and the impact of significant moments and they go over both The Women and Men's Elimination Chamber matches. The discussion emphasizes the importance of storytelling, character development, and the physicality of matches, showcasing the evolution of wrestlers like Roxanne Perez and the enduring rivalry between Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn. The conversation culminates in a reflection on the overall quality of the matches and the excitement leading into WrestleMania.

00:00The Shocking John Cena Heel Turn

03:19Comparing Heel Turns: Cena vs. Hogan

06:23The Impact of Cena's Turn on WrestleMania

09:32Cody Rhodes: The Unlikely Babyface

12:32The Role of the Rock in Cena's Story

15:21WrestleMania 17: Parallels and Predictions

18:42The Elimination Chamber Review

21:28Women's Elimination Chamber Dynamics

31:25The Build-Up to the Elimination Chamber

48:28Match Analysis and Highlights

56:19Post-Match Reactions and MVP Discussion

59:32The Unsanctioned Match Dynamics

01:03:41Intense Rivalry: Zane vs. Owens

01:12:49The Aftermath: Randy Orton's Return

01:23:29 Men's Elimination Chamber Showdown

01:34:43Cena's Soul: The Shocking Heel Turn

Rest in Peace Churchill Froelich.

April 6, 1993 - February 17, 2025.

In this episode, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the upcoming Elimination Chamber event and give their predictions for the matches and the potential outcomes they could have for WrestleMania 41.

They delve into the dynamics between Cody Rhodes and The Rock, analyze the women's and men's elimination chamber matches, and speculate on potential outcomes and storylines leading to WrestleMania.

The conversation highlights the unpredictability of wrestling narratives for WrestleMania 41 and the excitement surrounding the event.

00:00Introduction and Personal Reflection

03:25Elimination Chamber Predictions

06:39Cody Rhodes and The Rock's Dynamic

09:38Women's Elimination Chamber Match Analysis

12:23Potential Outcomes and Storylines

15:36Men's Elimination Chamber Match Discussion

18:36Sami Zayn vs. Kevin Owens Preview

21:21SmackDown's Recent Performance

24:31Tag Team Match Preview

27:38Thoughts and Predictions

38:35Randy Orton's Potential Return

44:42Predictions for the Men's Elimination Chamber

53:13The Stakes of Selling Out

01:00:30Final Predictions and Speculations

In this episode, the hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the fallout from the Royal Rumble, analyzing both the Women's and Men's matches, including unexpected returns and eliminations. They delve into the ladder match between Cody Rhodes and Kevin Owens, highlighting the brutal spots and storytelling involved. The conversation shifts to Jey Uso's surprising victory and the implications for future storylines, emphasizing the importance of character development and long-term storytelling in wrestling. In this segment of the conversation, the hosts delve into various topics surrounding WWE, including John Cena's return and its implications. They discuss The Raw after Rumble including: Jey Uso's emotional promo, Charlotte Flair's struggles and heel turn, The New Day's transformation, and the dynamics of the Elimination Chamber. They also discuss Kevin Owens' betrayal of Sami Zayn and speculate on Drew McIntyre's potential involvement with TNA. The conversation is rich with insights and predictions about future storylines and character developments in wrestling. In this conversation, the hosts delve into various wrestling topics, including the importance of visibility for wrestling products, a ranking of the top five spears in wrestling history, and a discussion on the over-the-top booking of Vince McMahon in WWE, which also touch on controversial matches and booking decisions that have sparked debate among fans. In this extensive conversation, the hosts delve into various aspects of wrestling, focusing on memorable WrestleMania moments, controversial booking decisions, and the impact of iconic wrestlers like Hulk Hogan, Bray Wyatt, and The Undertaker. They discuss the absurdity of certain storylines, including the infamous Lumberjack Zombie match, and reflect on the evolution of wrestling narratives over the years. The conversation also touches on the parallels between wrestling and sports, particularly in terms of decision-making and fan reactions.

Chapters

00:00 Royal Rumble Fallout Overview

13:32 Match Analysis: DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns

18:35 Cody vs. Kevin Owens: Ladder Match Breakdown

32:06 Men's Royal Rumble Match Highlights

37:34 Crowd Reactions and Key Moments in the Rumble

47:28 Final Four: The Build-Up to the Climax

52:33 Reflections on Jey Uso's Journey and Future

59:33 The Role of John Cena and Future Storylines

01:11:17 WrestleMania Predictions and Rumble Reactions

01:16:34 Charlotte Flair's Return and Crowd Reactions

01:31:36 Elimination Chamber Build-Up and Women's Division Dynamics

01:38:33 Kevin Owens' Betrayal and Punk's Rise

01:53:29 Final Thoughts on Raw and Future Storylines

02:00:45 The Art of the Double Turn

02:13:07 Ranking the Top Five Spears in Wrestling

02:25:58 Nostalgia for Vince McMahon's Over-the-Top Booking

02:31:24 The Evolution of Wrestling Storylines

02:39:24 Vince Russo's Impact on Wrestling

02:45:20 The Tragic Story of Owen Hart

02:57:27 WrestleMania Surprises and Disappointments

03:00:27 The Evolution of WrestleMania Storylines

03:05:55 The Rise and Fall of Bray Wyatt

03:19:02 The Legacy of Undertaker and Bray Wyatt

03:27:54 WWE's Treatment of Legends

03:35:53 Wrestling and Basketball: A Comparison of Bad Decisions

03:49:56 The Humor in Wrestling Overbooking

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In this episode, Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack dive into their predictions for the upcoming Royal Rumble, discussing key matches, character developments, and potential outcomes. They analyze the tension between Cody Rhodes and CM Punk, speculate on Cody's character arc, and explore the implications of a possible heel turn. The duo also discuss the importance of Tag Team wrestling and it being prominently featured on the Royal Rumble Big 4 PLE and give their predictions and thoughts surrounding the upcoming Royal Rumble event, focusing on both the women's and men's matches, highlighting potential dark horses and winners. They express their opinions on Charlotte Flair's frequent title shots, the potential outcomes for various wrestlers, and the unpredictability of this year's Rumble. The discussion also touches on the significance of storylines and character arcs leading into WrestleMania, highlighting the excitement and anticipation surrounding the event.

00:00Introduction and Overview of Royal Rumble Predictions

01:50Cody Rhodes and CM Punk's Dynamic

07:25Cody's Character Development and Potential Heel Turn

10:21Booking Scenarios for Cody and CM Punk

15:24Cody vs. Kevin Owens: Title Match Predictions

29:35Tag Team Championship Match: DIY vs. Motor City Machine Guns

36:06Understanding Wrestling Match Rules

37:10The Appeal of Tornado Tag Matches

38:02Predictions for the Women's Royal Rumble

39:06Potential Returns and Feuds in the Rumble

40:37Dark Horses and Favorites for the Rumble

43:53Charlotte Flair's Impact on the Rumble

47:47The Future of Women's Title Reigns

52:45The Men's Royal Rumble Predictions

54:19The Rock's Potential Return

57:22Jey Uso's Surprising Potential in the Rumble

01:01:10Predictions and Speculations for the Royal Rumble

01:03:56Unpredictability of This Year's Rumble

01:06:37Potential Storylines and Feuds Emerging from the Rumble

01:09:25High Expectations and Concerns for the Rumble

01:13:13Final Predictions and Dark Horses for the Rumble