Battleground Podcast

Jack Perry joins the show for his first interview since returning to AEW! He breaks down his surprise comeback at All Out and reuniting with Luchasaurus. Jack also opens up about his time as the “Scapegoat”, the fan theories leading up to his return, and if Jungle Boy is officially a thing of the past. SUBSCRIBE for more exclusive AEW interviews on the Battleground Podcast!

Gates of Agony (Kaun & Toa Liona) open up on signing multi-year AEW contracts and what long-term stability means for their future in AEW. They reveal how their alliance with Ricochet really came together. The duo talks rivalries, The Hurt Syndicate, character development, and their championship goals. Join the conversation! Comment, share, and SUBSCRIBE to catch every exclusive Battleground Podcast interview!

WWE Superstar Kofi Kingston returns to talk about the future of The New Day, going heel with Xavier Woods, his wildest Royal Rumble save spots, what’s still left on his WWE bucket list, and even calls out fan behavior that crosses the line outside the ring.

Tony Khan gets real about moving Taz’s Hall of Fame segment off TV, lessons from All In, and how AEW’s city residencies are changing the game. He also talks Mercedes Moné, Will Ospreay, and adding Bryan Danielson to commentary!

Xavier Woods joins us ahead of WWE Monday Night Raw in Milwaukee to talk about the WWE x Netflix UnReal series, the possibility of returning as Consequences Creed, and how digital culture is shaping wrestling today.

AEW & ROH star Bandido joins us for an exclusive interview covering his wild month in wrestling, including his 5.75-star classic vs. Takeshita at Supercard of Honor, emotional scenes after Forbidden Door, and what it meant to win the AEW Tag Titles in London. We dive deep into balancing his reigns as both ROH World Champion and AEW Tag Team Champion, and working under Tony Khan.

ROH Women’s World Champion Athena joins us ahead of her MASSIVE title match with Toni Storm at Forbidden Door this Sunday LIVE in London! Athena talks her record-breaking reign as ROH Women’s Champion, getting praise from Jim Ross & reflecting on Ember Moon to Athena 📣 Subscribe to Battleground Podcast for more exclusive pro wrestling interviews every week.

TNA stars AJ Francis and Moose sit down for an exclusive interview! AJ opens up about that brutal ladder spot at Slammiversary, why he re-signed with TNA over every other promotion, and his vision for First Cla$$, including possible recruits like Shotzi and Dakota Kai. Moose talks about TNA's rumored TV deal, WWE crossover buzz, and why he’s the one to finally take down Trick Williams.

Matt Hardy opens up about TNA’s creative revival, rekindling the legendary feud with the Dudley's ahead of Bound for Glory, and the emotional ride of losing and regaining the tag team titles with Jeff Hardy. Matt shares insights into their evolving mindset, physical upkeep in their fifth decade, and the Hardys' return to the indie scene. No retirement plans—just pure passion. Don’t miss this deep dive into the present and future of The Hardy Boyz.

Karrion Kross joins the show to discuss his powerful upcoming memoir Life Is Fighting, out August 5 — and opens up like never before about the personal struggles behind the persona. We also address swirling WWE contract rumors. Plus, we dig into the cryptic Kevin Sullivan voice message and the “world-altering” reveal he's been teasing.

WWE's NXT North American Champion All Ego Ethan Page joins the show for one of his most revealing interviews yet. He breaks down his wild win over Ricky Starks at Great American Bash, shares what Shawn Michaels told him that changed everything, reflects on surprising backstage advice from The Rock, and responds to that viral “mid-wrestler energy” quote. Plus—could Ethan be making a return to TNA with AJ Styles at Slammiversary?

Speedball Mike Bailey joins the show to talk all things AEW and the rapid rise of JetSpeed alongside Kevin Knight. From how the team formed to preparing for a high-stakes Triple Threat Tag Team Title match at All In: Texas, Mike opens up about their chemistry, adapting to AEW’s unique style, and facing veteran competition. He also dives into how his global experience shapes his in-ring work, what the crowd’s reaction means to him, lessons learned from past challenges, and what’s next for JetSpeed and his solo journey in All Elite Wrestling.

WWE Tag Team Champions The Street Profits stop by to talk all things WWE and get real about the road ahead. They open up about not being on the WrestleMania 41 card and how that lit a fire under them. We dive into their thoughts on the mysterious and dangerous Wyatt Sicks, what it’s like to share a locker room with that chaos, and how it’s changing the landscape of WWE. Plus, Montez Ford and Angelo Dawkins respond to the question every fan has asked—is it time for a singles run? This is one of the most honest and high-energy interviews you’ll hear from one of WWE’s top tag teams.

In this exclusive interview, AEW President Tony Khan opens up about the current direction of All Elite Wrestling, his strategic approach to signing talent, and what fans can expect next. We also get an exciting update on Trevor Lawrence, insights into AEW’s growing relationship with CMLL, and Tony’s thoughts on not scooping up every free agent that hits the market.

Swerve Strickland joins us ahead of AEW in Kent and the road to All In Texas, and he does NOT hold back. We talk about the cultural impact of AEW Grand Slam in Arena México, his intense rivalry with Will Ospreay, and whether Hangman Page is ready to dethrone Moxley! Plus, Swerve shares how it feels to have fans clamoring for his Reebok collab and drops some advice for recently released free agents eyeing AEW. 🎟️ Don’t miss AEW Collision this week in Kent at the ShoWare Center! Tickets at AEWTix.com 👇 Hit that SUBSCRIBE button for more exclusive AEW interviews!

Joe Hendry joins us ahead of TNA Wrestling's return to Pittsburgh (June 20-21) to talk about the company’s epic resurgence, the viral power of his entrance theme (now even in Spanish!), and how fans covering his music has taken on a life of its own. We dive into whether his photo with Mr. Iguana hints at a surprise tag team, and what it meant when James Storm got emotional seeing Joe at the top of TNA. Plus: Hendry reacts to Nic Nemeth's recent comments about him on our show, opens up about backstage moments that made TNA feel major league again, and discusses how close we really are to seeing that John Cena dream match. 👉 Subscribe for more exclusive interviews! 📲 Follow us for updates! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlegroundpodcast X: https://www.twitter.com/battlegroundihr Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlegroundpod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/battlegroundpodcast

Karrion Kross pulls no punches in this raw and revealing interview! From the story behind his viral post-WrestleMania promo to dropping the "Killer Kross" name in WWE, nothing is off-limits. Kross opens up about the intensity of WWE’s hyper-competitive locker room, calls out why some superstars are criminally underrated, and doesn’t hold back when talking about Logan Paul and WWE’s fixation on celebrity moments. This is the side of Kross you’ve never heard—real, unfiltered, and unapologetic.

Step inside the ring with WWE United States Champion Jacob Fatu, the Samoan Werewolf, as he joins us on the show to discuss the fallout from Backlash, including JC Mateo’s shocking debut and how it affects The Bloodline’s future. Jacob opens up about his emotional journey from watching The Usos during tough times to now standing alongside them as a prominent force in WWE. Plus, he shares what it felt like to win the U.S. Championship at WrestleMania 41 and defends his spot as the top dog on SmackDown. And don’t miss the laughs as Jacob reveals who’s really the wildest member of the Anoa’i family off camera—some stories might just blow your mind! 🎟️ WWE SmackDown returns to Rupp Arena on June 13th—tickets available now at Ticketmaster.com!

In this exclusive interview, ‪WWE‬ Superstar Aleister Black opens up about his highly anticipated return to the WWE, what felt different this time stepping through Gorilla, and Aleister addresses the online buzz around his unfinished business with Cody Rhodes. 👉 Don’t forget to Subscribe for more exclusive interviews, backstage stories, and in-depth wrestling content.

We sat down with Gabe Kidd before ‪@AEW‬'s Double or Nothing. Gabe doesn’t hold back—calling out The Rock, reflecting on his controversial comments about the AEW locker room, and breaking down what it really means to be part of Jon Moxley’s Death Riders.