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Radio host and Pro Wrestling Commentator Mike McGuire brings you the week in Pro Wrestling, focusing mostly on North America, but with some international mixed in as well. Listen for weekly commentary, interviews and insight from industry insiders! Plus, subscribe to the podcast feed for other free weekly programming - always free, and ALWAYS about wrestling!

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Radio host and Pro Wrestling Commentator Mike McGuire brings you the week in Pro Wrestling, focusing mostly on North America, but with some international mixed in as well. Listen for weekly commentary, interviews and insight from industry insiders! Plus, subscribe to the podcast feed for other free weekly programming - always free, and ALWAYS about wrestling!

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Episodes
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MoW 052 - Drew Re-Signs, MJF Surgery, A Lackluster WWE Draft, TK's Comments and More!

4/28/2024
This week, join Mike McGuire and guest Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer as they look back at the past week in wrestling and beyond. Tony Khan has elevated to on-air performer, even going as far as to take himself "off the road" due to injury. Will the CEO and creative head for All Elite Wrestling really be working from home to tell the story? Also, in a surprise move, Kenny Omega is set to return to AEW in his hometown of Winnipeg this week, and we dive into Tony Khan's comments comparing WWE to Harvey Weinstein. Plus, updates on Drew McIntyre, MJF, CM Punk and more! Thank you for your support of McGuire on Wrestling. To join the conversation for free join our Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To support the shows, please consider a 5* review, leave a comment, and tell a friend! Check out our show bios and visit the merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:39:47

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The ACT Episode 38 - Drafts, Disasters and Daily's Place

4/27/2024
Your Saturday Recap with the gWo is ready to go as Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis take you through the week in wrestling. This week, see if you agree with the guys as they look at the Dynamite following Dynasty, the first picks from the WWE Draft, and their thoughts on Tony Khan's appearance on the NFL Network. To join in the conversation anytime for FREE, join the Team MoW Facebook Page! To support the shows or find out more about the programming, check out www.mcguireshow.com If you'd like to get your hands on the official gWo and Chairshot and other shirts, click HERE!

Duration:00:33:04

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MoW 051 - Rhea's Return, AEW Dynasty Preview, WWE Releases, AEW's Future, TNA Rebellion Surprises, Chris Masters Returns, and more!

4/21/2024
This week, wrestlers are on the move or the IRL, TNA surprises fans at Rebellion, Kenny Omega speaks out, and lots more is heading down the wrestling newswire as of late... Mike McGuire cuts through the noise to bring you the latest with some help from some great guests! To get you ready for AEW Dynasty, Joe Aguinaldo joins the show to run down the card with us and offer some thoughts, plus Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer goes through some of the big stories including the recent WWE releases, AEW's goodwill towards fans, TNA's latest play towards signing talent, WWE's reasoning behind moving more PLEs out of North America and more! Also, a "moment" with Chris Adonis/Chris Masters - as he received some major praise recently from a legend in the business, and some of your thoughts going into tonight's AEW PPV and lots more! Thank you for your support of McGuire on Wrestling. To join the conversation for free join our Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To support the shows, please consider a 5* review, leave a comment, and tell a friend! Check out our show bios and visit the merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:59:07

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The ACT Ep 37 - I Am My Greekdom...

4/20/2024
This week, it's a show full of surprises - from a surprise intro to a surprise early Father's Day, Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias bring the fun to the week in wrestling. In this episode, the boys discuss several things from the week including week 2 of Cody Rhodes' WWE Championship run to AEW's Dynasty PPV which runs tomorrow night from St. Louis. Also, discussion of the upcoming WWE draft, and much more! To join in the conversation anytime for FREE, join the Team MoW Facebook Page! To support the shows or find out more about the programming, check out www.mcguireshow.com If you'd like to get your hands on the official gWo and Chairshot and other shirts, click HERE!

Duration:00:39:49

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MoW 50 - Special Guest: Steve Maclin! Also, The All In Footage Airs, Vince's Last Grasp on WWE Gone, Loads of Headlines and Dave Meltzer

4/14/2024
This week, it's back to regular programming, with a loaded show! Former TNA Wrestling World Champion Steve Maclin stops by to chat a little about wrestling, life, and being in a wrestling marriage. Hear from Maclin as he describes some surreal moments in his career, recent success for himself and his wife, AEW's Deonna Purrazzo, and... painting? It's a great chat that shows us a different side of the man who is normally faced "Forward Towards Enemy"! Dave Meltzer from The Wrestling Observer is back and along with Mike, the two discuss AEW's decision to work the infamous "All In: Wembley" security footage of CM Punk and Jack Perry into a storyline. Was this a good move, or a desperation tactic for a cheap ratings grab... or both? Also discussed are some potential outcomes post-WrestleMania in WWE, and other headlines. Finally, Mike takes a moment to give his feedback on fan reaction to the hilights and lowlights of the past week in wrestling. It's a unique perspective that you probably won't hear anywhere else. Thank you for your support of McGuire on Wrestling. To join the conversation for free join our Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To support the shows, please consider a 5* review, leave a comment, and tell a friend! Check out our show bios and visit the merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:57:46

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The ACT Ep. 36 - The Island of Irrelevancy

4/14/2024
This week, Dimitri celebrates while Mitch is in recovery following Cody Rhodes' big win at WrestleMania. Also, the leaders of the GWO take you through the week in wrestling TV including the AEW ALL IN backstage footage, follow up to WrestleMania, Who's stealing the show on their respective brands, and much more! To join in the conversation anytime for FREE, join the Team MoW Facebook Page! To support the shows or find out more about the programming, check out www.mcguireshow.com If you'd like to get your hands on the official gWo and Chairshot and other shirts, click HERE!

Duration:00:40:05

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MOW 049 - WrestleMania XL Previews and Predictions Special with the A.C.T.

4/6/2024
Hold onto your butts, Mike McGuire and The Alternate Commentary Table's Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias have teamed up together to run down BOTH days of WrestleMania 40, starting TONIGHT in Philadelphia, PA! This special hybrid episode will take you through the whole card with some interesting thoughts, and a LOT of laughs. Have a LOT of fun this WrestleMania weekend, and kick it off now with this quick, FUN show! To support the podcasts, please visit our merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:57:55

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We've Cena Movie Episode 2 - The Marine (Semi-Spoiler)

4/5/2024
Welcome to the second in an ongoing, evergreen series, "We've Cena Movie!" Every episode, "McGuire on Wrestling" host Mike McGuire and veteran podcaster and wrestling fan Joe Aguinaldo will team up to take you through one of the many films in the growing movie career from 16-time WWE Champion, John Cena! In our second episode, Joe and Mike take you through John Cena's first film in the role of lead actor, WWE Studios' 2006 venture, "The Marine". Here's the 5 Movie Facts of Doom: Genre: Action Stars: John Cena, Kelly Carlson, Robert Patrick Rating: PG-13 Year: 2006 Available: Amazon Prime (US) Disney+ (Canada), DVD

Duration:00:26:06

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MoW 048 - WrestleMania Week, Author Jon Finkel on Macho Man Book, Dave Meltzer, and More!

3/31/2024
It's WrestleMania Week, and Cody Rhodes is on his way to main eventing both nights of WWE's signature event. Matt Cardona has set his sights on Canada, not only with an incredible appearance against his mentor and friend in AEW, but he's headed to Calgary this summer! Also, author and journalist Jon Finkel joins us to talk about his impressive new biography, "Macho Man: The Untamed, Unbelievable Life of Randy Savage". Hear how Finkel spent years working on his "Mount Everest" or "bucket list" book, including some stories you may have never heard about one of wrestling's most popular stars. The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer also joins the show this week to look at the build going into WrestleMania, and gives some injury updates and more. Thank you for your support of McGuire on Wrestling. To join the conversation for free join our Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To support the shows, please consider a 5* review, leave a comment, and tell a friend! Check out our show bios and visit the merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:01:04:20

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The ACT Episode 35 - DADI is in Town, and 'Mania Awaits!

3/30/2024
Fancy episode description coming soon, but this week, DADI, Mike McGuire, sits in with Mitch and Dimitri to talk about the crazy buildup to WWE WrestleMania, AEW's interesting approach to factions, and a massive announcement came to fans of Dungeon Wrestling last night. To support the show, including getting exclusive MOW and GWO Merchandise, visit www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:43:07

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MoW 047 - The Rock's Shadow, MJF/Perry, Joe and Dan Go To Dynamite, Dave Meltzer and More!

3/24/2024
This week, it's another jam-packed show with lots of conversation spawned by the week in wrestling, including an incredible AEW Dynamite from Toronto! It's a bit of a reunion as for one night only, Joe Aguinaldo and Dan "The Mouth" Lovranski join Mike McGuire to talk about the show from an on-site perspective! From Adam (Edge) Copeland's incredible I Quit match with Christian Cage, to seeing Okada in person for the first time, you'll hear from podcasting's crown princes of AEW coverage - one... more... time. Also on the show, some recent developing news regarding UFC Champion Mark Coleman, just two weeks after he saved his parents from a burning home, an update on the latest Dungeon Wrestling Pay Per View to hit the internet this week, and many other top stories from the week. The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer is also back, and together he and Mike discuss the current situations around MJF, Jack Perry, and what CM Punk might bring to Monday Night Raw from Chicago tomorrow night among several other topics. Plus, today's retro quiz takes us back to one of the worst performing WrestleManias from a tickets standpoint, but also home to one of the greatest memories from that era. Thank you for your support of McGuire on Wrestling. To join the conversation for free join our Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To support the shows, please consider a 5* review, leave a comment, and tell a friend! Check out our show bios and visit the merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:58:21

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The ACT Ep 34 - Toronto Gets All The Good Stuff...

3/23/2024
This week, the least serious, and most fun week in review wrestling podcast returns as Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis walk us back through some big TV, and big build towards WrestleMania! This week, join the leaders of the Greek World Order as they tackle: - AEW in Toronto - and shoutout to gWo members in attendance! - Adam Copeland and Christian are ageless - Hook and Jericho? - Why this ISN'T good - Okada is a new champion, Eddie Kingston is emotional - Main event -Nicely done by the ladies On the WWE side of things, - Why we think Sami Zayn isn't believable - Cody got out-negotiated - Smackdown's ending was white hot And this week, we use what is becoming known as the "Bret Hart Wrestler Rating System" to talk about some of the greatest wrestlers out there, AND Ricky Steamboat! To join in the conversation anytime for FREE, join the Team MoW Facebook Page! To support the shows or find out more about the programming, check out www.mcguireshow.com If you'd like to get your hands on the official gWo and Chairshot and other shirts, click HERE!

Duration:00:38:40

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We've Cena Movie Episode 1 - Ricky Stanicky (Non Spoiler)

3/20/2024
Welcome to the first in an ongoing, evergreen series, "We've Cena Movie!" Every episode, "McGuire on Wrestling" host Mike McGuire and veteran podcaster and wrestling fan Joe Aguinaldo will team up to take you through one of the many films in the growing movie career from 16-time WWE Champion, John Cena! In our inaugural episode, Joe and Mike take you to one of Cena's latest releases at the time of publishing, Amazon Prime's "Ricky Stanicky". Here's the 5 Movie Facts of Doom: Genre: Comedy Stars: Zac Efron, John Cena, Andrew Santino Rating: R Year: 2024 Available: Amazon Prime Video To support the show, visit www.mcguireshow.com Check out weekly shows including, "McGuire on Wrestling", "The Alternate Commentary Table", "TSC: The Squared Circle" and more! Theme song: LittleVMills: https://soundcloud.com/littlevmills/john-cena-theme-djent-coverhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SMpRgZ-xV7U

Duration:00:25:24

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MoW 046 - R-Rated Rock, Mercedes' AEW Debut, Cena Coverage, Darby Injured, 'Mania card and more! Dave Meltzer Joins

3/17/2024
This week, the St. Patrick's Day episode covers a lot of the big news in wrestling, including the countdown to WWE WrestleMania XL. Join Mike McGuire for some of the biggest stories of the week. From the first UFC Heavyweight Champion becoming a real life hero OUTSIDE of the cage to the latest lineup for WrestleMania, There's lots to cover - especially John Cena... literally! Also, is The Rock really ruffling feathers with his R-Rated promos on social media? Does injuring a wrestler warrant a suspension for the other wrestler involved? Was Mercedes Mone's AEW debut a hit or a miss? Dave Meltzer from The Wrestling Observer joins the show to talk about those subjects and more including: - Shayna Baszler's surprise announcement - Are Multi-person matches good for the fans, the wrestlers, or the show? - Also, we get some extra insight into one of the newest inductees into WWE's Hall of Fame in Thunderbolt Patterson. Plus, we have ANOTHER new show joining the MoW Feed this week, you'll find out about that and more, plus we'll talk about some of the things YOU brought up on the Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To wrap things up, Mike takes you back to his first Wrestlemania Live experience - which just happened to be 22 years ago today! It was Hulk Hogan vs. The Rock - Icon v. Icon... and it happened in Canada! Thank you for your support of McGuire on Wrestling. To join the conversation for free join our Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To support the shows, please consider a 5* review, leave a comment, and tell a friend! Check out our show bios and visit the merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:58:01

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The ACT Episode 33 - Fix It With Ladders

3/16/2024
The Rock's Concert in Memphis - only one thing was missing... - More matches announced for WrestleMania - Are babyfaces babyfaces if they have no friends? - Has Naomi lost her glow? - Will Gable get Gunther after all? - Are WWE relying on too many multi-opponent matches for 'Mania? - AEW's Big Business Recap - Mercedes' "Surprise" Debut - Was the card for the rest of the show backwards? - Mitch Loves The Bruv - The Bang Bang of the Scissor Gang - Is Will Ospreay the #1 Guy in pro wrestling right now? - The Alternate Scenario: - is WWE suffering non-buyer's remorse? - Ricky Steamboat, Jake The Snake Roberts and incomplete lists - Bruno, Backlund, Hogan or Roman? To join in the conversation anytime for FREE, join the Team MoW Facebook Page! To support the shows or find out more about the programming, check out www.mcguireshow.com If you'd like to get your hands on the official gWo and Chairshot and other shirts, click HERE!

Duration:00:46:31

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MoW 45 - Savio Vega interview, Mike Sempervive fr. The Wrestling News, Sting's Last Match Thoughts, WWE HOF Nods and MORE!

3/10/2024
This week, it's a super-sized episode of McGuire on Wrestling with some special guests joining the fray! First, Mike McGuire gives you the stories of the week including a LOT of AEW to go over, WWE's WrestleMania plans taking shape, and Dungeon Wrestling returning to Pay Per View in less than 3 weeks at www.dungeonwrestling.ca Next up, From Wrestling Observer Live and The Wrestling News on the Arcadian Vanguard Podcast Network, Mike Sempervive joins the show to look at AEW's "New Season", Okada's AEW debut, Mercedes Mone (Sasha Banks') expected arrival this Wednesday, WWE's business success despite Vince McMahon's disgraceful exit, Streaming vs. Digital media and much more. Next up, it's the Puerto Rican legend, who many fans worldwide saw return to WWE for a moment during the WWE Backlash PLE from last year, Tio Savio Vega! Savio has a 40 year history in wrestling, is celebrating the 25th Anniversary of IWA Puerto Rico, and will be touring Canada starting THIS WEEK with Canada's Wrestling Elite. Together, Mike and Savio discuss working with Bad Bunny, his return to the global spotlight at Backlash, and his time in WWE in the 90's working with icons like Owen and Bret Hart, and being an influential part of the rise of "Stone Cold" Steve Austin. Lastly, thanks to your feedback on the Team MOW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page, Mike dives into some topics including: The WWE Hall of Fame nominations - including Paul Heyman, The US Express and Bull Nakano to date, WWE's new in-ring advertising sponsorships and a few other notes. Episode Related Links: Dungeon Wrestling's Unfinished Business 2 - Live or on PPV CWE Point To Prove Tour (Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta) IWA Puerto Rico's YouTube Channel Thank you for your support of McGuire on Wrestling. To join the conversation for free join our Team MoW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook page! To support the shows, please consider a 5* review, leave a comment, and tell a friend! Check out our show bios and visit the merch shop at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:01:25:46

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The ACT Ep. 32 - Sun Tanning Under The Shade with Velcro Shoes

3/9/2024
This week, Dadi is in town, but is letting the kids play alone in their room together after a great week of wrestling! Join Mitch and Dimitri along with a special guest who drops in for a look back on: - The Rock's new entrance - AEW's new look for Dynamite - The importance of Entrance Music - Is The Rock Roman Reigns' 'boss'? - "Feature menu" superstars - "The Alternate Scenario" and a lot more! To join in the conversation anytime for FREE, join the Team MoW Facebook Page! To support the shows or find out more about the programming, check out www.mcguireshow.com If you'd like to get your hands on the official gWo and Chairshot and other shirts, click HERE!

Duration:00:37:49

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BONUS: AEW Revolution 2024 On-Site Recap

3/4/2024
As an added bonus this week, Mike chats with photographer Rob Jamieson who was live at AEW Revolution last night in Greensboro, NC. Rob offers some insight on how it felt to be at the show for Sting's last match, as well as gives a first-hand account of the event from travel to main event and all points in between - including a chance encounter in the airport just before this chat! There are some great blow-by-blow podcasts out there to recap the event, but this conversation is more about the fan experience. Enjoy! To find out more about our podcasts, or to support the show, please visit www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:19:41

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MoW 44 - Sting's Final Match Tonight, Remembering Ole Anderson, Mike Jones and Paul Vachon, AEW Revolution Preview and more!

3/3/2024
Tonight, The ICON, STING, will wrestle his last match. While AEW Revolution has 8 other matches listed, the gravity of tonight's sendoff cannot be overstated. This week on the show, join Mike McGuire as he and Dave Meltzer from The Wrestling Observer talk about Sting's career, and what his legacy will be after tonight. Also, Mike and Dave talk a bit about some wrestling legends we lost this week, including Ole Anderson, Michael "Virgil" Jones, as well as Paul "Butcher" Vachon. In other news, The Rock is having his way with WWE and X this week, and we give you the rundown for tonight's card in Greensboro. Finally, as a cap to the day that is Revolution, we look to YOUR feedback as to some of the best MOMENTS from Sting's legendary career. Thanks for finding the show! To be a part of the daily conversations, join the Team MOW - McGuire on Wrestling Facebook Page. Also, you can support the show and check out our t-shirts at www.mcguireshow.com

Duration:00:46:07

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The ACT Ep. 31 - The Ouzos Are In... Your... Podfeed!

3/2/2024
It's another Saturday, which means it's time for Mitch Hontzias and Dimitri Korolis to give you the most entertaining look at the last week in wrestling as only they can. So, toss your gWo shirt on, crack open a Fix or a Mythos (neither are a sponsor... yet...), and share a laugh or ten as the boys look at: - The Rock's 21-minute "X" Promo and kickoff to SmackDown - Does anyone walk slower to the ring than Roman Reigns? - Rhea Ripley - are we being force-fed her as a heel? - Who is Gunther's opponent for WrestleMania going to be? Sami? Gable? Jey? Or... - Kaiser and Giovanni should be tag champs - Drew McIntyre - AEW starts Dynamite with a nice promo! Was that so hard? - Eddie Kingston best mic work? Ummmm? - Sting's final Dynamite appearance - The Alternate Scenario To join in the conversation anytime for FREE, join the Team MoW Facebook Page! To support the shows or find out more about the programming, check out www.mcguireshow.com If you'd like to get your hands on the official gWo and Chairshot and other shirts, click HERE!

Duration:00:40:07