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FREE! WOL 11/15: Ronda Rousey doom, death of Nick Bockwinkel, more!

November 15, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back to talk the biggest news of the weekend including Ronda Rousey’s epic loss to Holly Holm, the death of Nick Bockwinkel and tons more! This is a FREE SHOW so please spread the word! Wrestling Observer Live airs daily at noon PT/3 ET on […]

WOL 11/13: Billy Gunn drug test failure details, Dr. Lucha interview, tons of news!

November 13, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today with tons of news including the latest on Billy Gunn's drug test failure and release from WWE with additional details, Royal Rumble tickets gone already, the newest UFC video game and a preview of this weekend, plus Dr. Lucha joins us to talk Alberto […]

Wrestling Weekly 11/13: Working Knoxville, Don Fargo, Eddie Guerrero, Mailbag, more~!

November 13, 2015 - Lots of fun stuff this week as Les and Vic talk about Les’ trip to Tennessee last weekend to honor a good friend, do a seminar and watch one of the worst wrestling tv shows Les has ever seen, and that covers some ground. There’s also discussion of how Les first arrived in the Knoxville […]

B&V 11/12: NXT from Full Sail, most boring Raw ever, Granny contest, more!

November 13, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny Show is back tonight with tons to talk about including a full review of NXT from Full Sail, a very fun Granny contest this week trying to figure out what Bryan changes all the time and Vinny does not, and then the most boring Raw ever from Monday in Manchester. A […]

FREE! WOL 11/12: Why Rock and Ronda Rousey probably won’t work WrestleMania, more!

November 12, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live is back today with special guest Dave Meltzer to talk some of the main stories in the new issue of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter! WrestleMania plans, why it appears both Rock and Ronda Rousey won't wrestle on the show, Mirko Crocop's drug test failure and tons more! Plus, your phone calls, text […]

WOL 11/11: Raw ratings collapse, World Title tournament, Roman Reigns, more!

November 11, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today to talk all the news in wrestling and MMA including a look at the record-low Raw ratings from Monday night, the collapse in hour three, WWE title tournament booking, Roman Reigns, your calls and emails and tons more! A fun show as always so […]

B&V&C 11/10: Retro Tuesdays with Raw vs. Nitro Monday Night Wars

November 10, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show is back today with RETRO TUESDAYS~!, you're look back at the Monday Night Wars, Raw and Nitro from 19 years ago this week! A bunch of stuff to talk about including the rise of Stone Cold Steve Austin, Survivor Series build, Nitro with the greatest team ever fighting […]

WOL 11/10: Raw Reactions, Big Show vs. Reigns fury, tournament, more!

November 10, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back today with a Raw Reaction show, tons of thoughts from Monday night, the usual outrage over BIG SHOW VERSUS ROMAN REIGNS AGAIN, thoughts on the tournament format, winners and losers, goofy booking of babyfaces and more, plus your calls and texts! A fun show […]

Wrestling Observer Radio (11/10): Big Audio Dragon King Sin Limite~!

November 10, 2015 - As an accompaniment to the latest Wrestling Observer Radio with Bryan and Dave, we have what we’re calling a BETA version of, what we’ll call for now, the BIG AUDIO DRAGON KING SIN LIMITE. It’s Mike Sempervive and Karl Stern, and we’re going to be talking, literally, about whatever you want. Today was mostly what […]

Big Audio Nightmare (11/9): SHIMMER, stale New Japan bread, NJPW in Osaka

November 10, 2015 - The B.A.N.is back with nearly 75 minutes of aural delight! Topics include: – Mike not answering Adam’s texts – Discussion of SHIMMER’s 10th Anniversary weekend and Adam’s report on the crowd, the atmosphere, the shows themselves, the unfortunate location of the only ATM in the Eagles Club – Equating Madison Eagles to Barry Windham – […]

F4D 11/9: Filthy Tom on UFC and Bellator, WWE Title tournament, win WWE 2K16, more!

November 9, 2015 - Filthy Four Daily with Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor is back today with a shocking amount of stuff to talk about, especially for this show! We’ve got the WWE Title Tournament, Tom’s own Filthy Invitational 2015 tourney for a copy of WWE 2K15, the Smackdown finish and whether it was the worst ever, previews of […]

WOL 11/9: WWE World Title tournament preview, brackets, Survivor Series and more!

November 9, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today to talk all the news in wrestling and MMA including tons of spoiler-free notes on the WWE World Title tournament which starts tonight on Raw. That includes the full brackets and some thoughts on where they could be going leading into the finals at […]

DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Biography Special: Abdullah the Butcher

November 9, 2015 - This show is part two of a series of biographies on some of the wild and craziest wrestlers in history. Very few were more wild and crazy than the Madman from the Sudan, Abdullah the Butcher. The WWE Hall-of-Famer’s story is a complicated one. From his days to team with and battling against The Sheik to […]

After Dark 11/9: Steven LaChance talks haunted houses, plus UFO over LA and more!

November 9, 2015 - After Dark Radio with Bryan Alvarez returns today with special guest Steven LaChance to talk his brief stay in a very haunted house, what he learned and how he was able to help others and more. Plus, all the news including the UFO over LA! A fun show as always so check it out~!

B&V 11/8: Smackdown, Ring of Honor TV, Ishii vs. Honma and more!

November 8, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny Show returns tonight with tons to talk about including Smackdown with the single worst advertisement for Survivor Series of all time, Ring of Honor with some fun action, plus Vinny's take on ISHII VS. HONMA from New Japan on Friday night! A fun show as always so check it out~!

WOL 11/8: Weekend wrap-up, Seth Rollins, New Japan, UFC, Bellator, more!

November 8, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today for two full hours to talk all the news of the weekend — Seth Rollins, the Survivor Series tournament, Bellator and UFC results and upcoming big fights, New Japan Power Struggle and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

FREE TODAY! WOL 11/6: Seth Rollins injury, Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame discussion

November 6, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back with a FREE show today talking all the news in WWE regarding Seth Rollins and where they go from here, the Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame issue available now for subscribers and more! A fun show as always so check it out~! Information on […]

Wrestling Weekly 11-6: Why WWE Should Not Run A Tournament At Survivor Series, tons more~!

November 6, 2015 - Obviously, the big story of the moment is the injury to Seth Rollins and how this affects WWE’s plans for Survivor Series and a whole lot more, so that’s where Les and Vic start this week, including a few thoughts about why it might be in WWE’s best interest to NOT have a tournament at […]

B&V 11/5: NXT and RAW TV reports, Granny turns 86 years old

November 6, 2015 - It's the Thursday edition of the Bryan & Vinny Show, Contemporary Thursdays, which we celebrate, in part, by celebrating Granny's EIGHT-SIXTH BIRTHDAY. Also, Raw from Monday night, NXT with Samoa Joe's heel turn on Finn Balor, and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

WOL 11/5: Seth Rollins blows out knee, this week in the Wrestling Observer, Caleb Konley

November 5, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back with a huge show. Dave Meltzer joins us to talk all the news on Seth Rollins being injured and stripped of the WWE Title, thoughts on the newest issue of the Wrestling Observer Newsletter and more! Plus, Caleb Konley joins us to talk indy […]

DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Show: Biography Series: Stan Hansen

November 5, 2015 - Biography Series: Stan Hansen. This part one of a three part series covering some of the greatest brawlers in wrestling history. On this show I look at former AWA World champion, WCW U.S. Champion, and one of the all time legends of Japan – Stan “The Lariat” Hansen.

F4D 11/4: Lance Storm discusses downside guarantees, heel authority figures, more

November 4, 2015 - Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm return today with tons of things to discuss including details on how WWE downside guarantees are exactly structured, thoughts on Raw, retro Raw and retro Nitro, work ethic in pro-wrestling training and tons more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Wrestling Observer Live 11/4: Joey Eastman interview plus all the news!

November 4, 2015 - Packed edition of Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive today! Joey Eastman joins us to talk pro-wrestling, collectible action figures and more, plus all the news from around the world! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show 11/3: Retro Tuesday, Raw and Nitro from 19 years ago this week!

November 3, 2015 - It is the MIGHTY Tuesday Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show and we've got tons to talk about! It's Retro Tuesday and that means Raw and Nitro from 19 years ago this week, including, yes, the angle where Steve Austin broke into Brian Pillman's house and Brian Pillman pulled a gun on him. A fun […]

Wrestling Observer Live 11/3: Ken Hesser talks EDMOND, Tony Nese on EVOLVE and wrestling training, more!

November 3, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today with a packed show! Ken Hesser joins us to discuss Ronda Rousey's coach filing for bankruptcy, Tony Nese talks EVOLVE this weekend and training with Mikey Whipwreck, plus tons of news and comment! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Filthy Four Daily 11/2: Tom Lawlor talks latest in WWE, New Japan, UFC, Bellator, plus new WWE 2K16 contest!

November 2, 2015 - Filthy Four Daily with Bryan Alvarez and Tom Lawlor returns with tons of stuff to talk about including the latest news in wrestling and MMA, WWE, New Japan, Bellator Old Man division thoughts, and more, plus a new contest that will offer listeners the chance to win a copy of WWE 2K16! A fun show […]

Wrestling Observer Live 11/2: Jimmy Snuka, TNA Impact future, Kota Ibushi, more!

November 2, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today to talk all the news in wrestling and MMA including notes on Jimmy Snuka’s trial, the future of TNA Wrestling, Kota Ibushi’s injury, tons of text message questions and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

After Dark Radio 11/1: Nicholas Deleon talks all things tech, latest news and more!

November 2, 2015 - After Dark Radio with Bryan Alvarez returns tonight with special guest Nicholas DeLeon to talk all things tech! Everything from virtual reality to the size of the next iPhone is discussed. Plus, we've got the usual phone calls, emails, news stories and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Bryan & Vinny Show 11/1: Halloween Smackdown, ROH, Table for 3!

November 1, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny Show is back tonight with a random hodgepodge of shows — the Halloween edition of WWE Smackdown, ROH on Sinclair with all sorts of fun, and TABLE FOR 3 with BO DALLAS, SAMOA JOE AND NEVILLE. A fun show as always so check it out~!

Wrestling Observer Live 11/1: Alberto Del Rio, Jerry Lawler accident, tons more!

November 1, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today to talk all the news in pro-wrestling and mixed martial arts! Albert Del Rio, Jerry Lawler's accident, New Japan Super Jr. Tournament finals, calls, texts and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Wrestling Observer Live 10/30: The Alberto Del Rio contract show with Steve Sims!

October 30, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today with tons of news including an appearance by the Doctor of Lucha himself, Steve Sims, LD, to talk everything that is going on with Alberto Del Rio, WWE, AAA and more! Plus, phone calls and texts! A fun show as always so check it […]

Wrestling Weekly 10/30: Monster Factory, Del Rio Returns, Lesnar, Mailbag

October 30, 2015 - Les and Vic return fresh off of Les’ weekend camp at The Monster Factory and his 75th birthday!!!! We’ll talk about those two things to start the show, then segue into the week that was in WWE (12:20); specifically the return of Alberto Del Rio, Brock Lesnar’s win over The Undertaker, and breaking the rules […]

Bryan & Vinny Show 10/29: Raw TV report, NXT, Granny’s Halloween wishes, more!

October 30, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny Show returns today with a packed episode! It's CONTEMPORARY THURSDAY with modern Raw and modern NXT, plus Granny appears to talk Halloween, new songs and drops, and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Wrestling Observer Live 10/29: WWE earnings report details with Chris Harrington!

October 29, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today with special guest CHRIS HARRINGTON of WrestleNomics to talk everything you ever wanted to know about WWE's latest earnings report and the future of the company and the WWE Network. A fun show as always so check it out~!

Filthy Four Radio 10/28: Tom Lawlor talks concussion, WWE TV and PPV, toys, tons more!

October 28, 2015 - FILTHY FOUR RADIO returns today with special guest Tom Lawlor to talk tons of different topics including the state of his concussion, Raw and Hell in a Cell thoughts, Kurt Angle and Bellator, a bunch of WWE toy talk and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Wrestling Observer Live 10/28: Tons of news on Kurt Angle, Young Bucks, RIZIN Fighting and more!

October 28, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today with tons of news including a TNA star potentially facing the real deal in an MMA fight, and no, we’re not talking Kurt Angle but we will discuss his signing with Bellator, Raw ratings, Young Bucks to ROH and more! A fun show as […]

Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show 10/27: Retro Tuesday with Raw and Nitro from 19 years ago

October 27, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny & Craig Show is back today with RETRO TUESDAY! Both Raw and Nitro head-to-head from 19 years ago this week, including THE TURNING POINT IN THE RISE OF STEVE AUSTIN! Plus, how you can enter the CRAIG CONTEST to win a copy of WWE 2K16! A fun show as always so […]

DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Show: Biography Series: The Midnight Express

October 27, 2015 - One of the greatest tag teams of all time the Hall of Fame team the Midnight Express. From beginning to end including some members you may have never even known about including Dennis Condrey, Randy Rose, Norvell Austin, Bobby Eaton, Stan Lane, and many more (yes there were more). A look at one of wrestling’s greatest acts […]

FREE SHOW! Observer Live 10/27: Raw fallout, Roman Reigns, John Cena’s return

October 27, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today to talk all the news in wrestling coming off a really fun Raw show. Where is the company going with Roman Reigns? How could this play into WrestleMania? John Cena's future and more! A fun show as always so check it out~! This is […]

Wrestling Observer Live 10/26: WWE Hell in a Cell fallout

October 26, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today with Hell in a Cell fallout, tons of notes on the shows, calls, text messages and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

After Dark Radio 10/25: Matt Baglio talks exorcisms, The Rite and more!

October 25, 2015 - After Dark Radio with Bryan Alvarez returns today with special guest Matt Baglio to talk his book, The Rite! We'll talk exorcisms, demons, the Devil and so much more, plus your phone calls, emails, text messages and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Bryan & Vinny Show 10/25: Full WWE Hell in a Cell recap!

October 25, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny Show is back today with full results from the WWE Hell in a Cell PPV, plus all the backstage news from the main event! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Wrestling Observer Live 10/25: WWE Hell in a Cell preview show!

October 25, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive is back today to preview Hell in a Cell, take your phone calls, text messages, tweets and more! Two full hours of pro-wrestling discussion, so check it out~!

Wrestling Weekly: Great Old School Card from Cincy, Mark Lewin, HIAC Predictions, more~! 10/23

October 23, 2015 - This week, Les and Vic start the show by talking about a loaded card from March 1963 from one of Les’ home arenas, The Cincinnati Gardens. We’ll talk about some of the stars on that card and segue into the territory itself, promotional wars and more. We’ll open up the mailbag (25:03) to talk about […]

Wrestling Observer Live 10/23: Jon Jones reinstatement, Dr. Lucha talks Lucha Underground, more!

October 23, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today to talk all the news in wrestling and MMA including the official reinstatement of Jon Jones to the UFC, plus Dr. Lucha joins us to talk Lucha Underground and more! A fun show as always so check it out~!

Bryan & Vinny Show 10/22: NXT, Granny Karoaoke Contest, RAW REPORT RETURNS

October 23, 2015 - The Bryan & Vinny Show returns tonight with tons to talk about! We've got NXT as usual, Granny returns with the KARAOKE CONTEST, and yes, it is THE RETURN OF THE MODERN-DAY RAW REPORT, plus an explanation of what we'll probably be doing in the future. A fun show as always so check it out~! […]

Karl Stern Show 10/22: Storytelling series on the monsters of pro-wrestling history!

October 22, 2015 - DragonKingKarl Classic Wrestling Audio Show: Storytelling Series: The Monsters of Wrestling! Halloween is coming soon and in honor of it I’m looking at some of the best and worst horror and monster themed wrestlers including Mummies, Zombies, Vampires, Frankenstein-esque Monsters, and more! Among those discussed include The Mummy, The Monster, The Zombie, Lord Humongous, Jason […]

Filthy Four Daily 10/22: Tom Lawlor talks his concussion and then ten hottest superstars in WWE

October 22, 2015 - Filthy Four Daily with Bryan Alvarez and TOM LAWLOR~! returns today with tons to talk about including the concussion that caused him to pull out of his next UFC fight and why he made this decision, plus, yes, THE TEN HOTTEST SUPERSTARS IN WWE. A fun show as always so check it out~!

Wrestling Observer Live 10/22: Weakest UFC headliner ever, all the news of the day!

October 22, 2015 - Wrestling Observer Live with Bryan Alvarez and Mike Sempervive returns today to talk all the news in wrestling and MMA including tons of thoughts on the UFC card this weekend with likely the weakest main event in history, Smackdown, Tyler Breeze, Hell in a Cell and more! A fun show as always so check it […]

Figure Four Daily 10/21: Lance Storm on Tyler Breeze debut and history, new trainees, tons more!

October 21, 2015 - Figure Four Daily with Bryan Alvarez and Lance Storm returns today with tons to talk about including details on Tyler Breeze and his Smackdown debut, the daughter of a famous wrestling personality training with Lance, Raw from Monday and 19 years ago this week, Nitro thoughts, and tons more! A fun show as always so […]