Celebrate Wrestling - McGuire on Wrestling

When the name Demolition is mentioned, most fans instantly think of face paint, spikes, and one of the most dominant tag team runs in wrestling history. But dominance alone doesn’t answer the real question. Were Demolition truly one of the greatest tag teams of all time, or were they simply the right act at the right moment during the boom years of the World Wrestling Federation? In this episode of Legends & Champions, we break down the legacy of Ax and Smash — from their record-setting tag team championship run to their place in the evolving history of tag team wrestling. We explore: • How Demolition rose to prominence in the late 1980s • The comparisons with the legendary Road Warriors • Whether their success was booking, timing, or genuine greatness • Their impact on the tag team division during wrestling’s golden era And as always, we finish with the ultimate verdict: Do Demolition belong in the category of Legend… or Champion?

DISCLAIMER: The following podcast deals with some matters of a sensitive nature. Discretion is advised. It's another trip on the Canadian highways as Mike McGuire took to the roads with Lethbridge Alberta's Pure Power Wrestling for a unique double-shot! With a total of about 12 hours travel time, a 3 hour show and a little sleep in between, follow along as Mike and the crew travel to help with one promotion in a small Alberta city, just to return and do it all again the next night! This trip in particular, brought a flood of memories back for Mike... memories he would have rather forgotten. You'll hear some of those stories, but also why the trip back to the city famously known from a Car sales jingle was a chance to turn the page. For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

It was another busy week for wrestling fans as shows are ramping up headed into WrestleMania season. Join Mike McGuire for a recap of the week's news, including what's true, and what ISN'T true when it comes to some stories making the rounds this week. Also, AEW's Revolution PPV is this Sunday, so Mike is joined by The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer for an extended segment previewing that card and more! Plus, a preview of another journey of "Mike's Wrestling Road Journal", where 2 shows, in 2 different markets took place within less than 24 hours of each other - despite being half a day away! Thank you for checking out our shows. Find out more information at celebratewrestling.com

With the WWE debut of Danhausen, Mitch Hontzias lets us know whether or not he's going to stick to his guns and NOT watch wrestling for a month! If that's the case, how will they do the show?! Like life... the gWo finds a way. Hear Mitch and Dimitri talk all about the week in wrestling from Elimination Chamber to Smackdown, where a NEW WWE Champion has been crowned, and much more! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

We are on the eve of what could be the biggest change in WWE video games in memory. WWE 2K26 releases on current gen consoles and this week on Legends we break down what we actually think of the game based on previews alone. We look at the change to DLC with battle pass, discuss commentary changes and a whole lot more. We also share our favourite wrestling video game memories. So come and join Andy and Stefan as they begin to lay the smackdown on WWE 2K26! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

Was WWE's Elimination Chamber PLE too "predictable"? We discuss why that might not be the worst thing. Also this week, Mystery Wrestling's London Lightning joins the show to talk about their upcoming stretch of cross-Canada shows! For those unfamiliar with Mystery Wrestling, find out why it's become a sensation to fans around the world, and what you CAN'T expect at any of their shows! The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins the show to break down some news of the week, including: - Netflix walking away from the Warner Bros./Discovery deal and what implication it could have on AEW - WWE's strategy going into WrestleMania - Dave's thoughts on Elimination Chamber - The Pacquiao/Mayweather II Fight and Netflix's future strategy - and more! Plus, Celebrate Wrestling's Joe Aguinaldo joins the show to go through YOUR Elimination Chamber feedback with the complete, unedited version of "Yay!/Boo!" For more on our shows, or to contribute, please visit celebratewrestling.com

Mitch is on the road, and Dimitri is recording from one of his many cavernous rooms in his mansion... or something. Either way, the boys bring their picks for TONIGHT'S WWE Elimination Chamber PLE, their thoughts on AJ Styles' "Celebration", AEW's Dynamite cranking it up and more!

The post-Vince era of WWE has been defined by patience, long-term arcs, and character rehabilitation. But is that enough to define a new golden age? We break down Triple H’s booking philosophy — what’s working, what’s calculated, and what might quietly be holding momentum back. Then the gloves come off. Was Windham Rotunda’s creative ambition too big for professional wrestling? Did The Fiend elevate the art form — or expose its limits? A confrontational discussion about mythology, mechanics, and whether emotion can outweigh structure inside a live wrestling product.

As a special bonus podcast, Joe Aguinaldo and Mike McGuire are bringing the band back together to talk all about Monday Night Raw... if they have to. In addition to this, the guys discuss: Mayweather v. Pacquiao II and Rousey v. Carano being announced, if there will ever be a star to break John Cena's arena gate record from Washington, and whatever else enters their brains! If you want to go listen to John & Wai first, please do... we'll be here waiting for you :) For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

Back in the studio after a few days on the road, Mike McGuire is here to talk all about the world of pro wrestling, with a dash of MMA tossed in and more! Former WWE Champion, Ronda Rousey has announced that she and Gina Carano - arguably the pioneer for Women's MMA hitting the mainstream, will face off in a fight for Netflix this may. Also, the woman who may in fact be responsible for the re-shaping of the world's largest wrestling company made a rare public appearance this past week. Hear some of what she had to say, and more headlines as The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer joins the show to talk about the headlines. Plus, if you missed it in Mike's Wrestling Road Journals, a feel-good story from a wrestling show in Calgary, and a fun list submitted by YOU! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias are back with the most entertaining wrestling week in review show! This week, the gWo assemble to talk all things in the week of wrestling including the good and not-so-goods of WWE Raw, AEW Dynamite, WWE Smackdown and more! Plus, they give their thoughts on the shakedown from AEW's Grand Slam: Australia. Finally, the Alternate Scenario asks WHAT'S IN THE BOX?!?, Barry Horowitz in the Hall of Fame, It's always a blast with your favourite Greek dads on the Alternate Commentary Table! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

It's not very often any wrestling fan of a certain length can say they've "never seen that before". For everyone on the CWE roster at a show in Calgary, it was a just that. Join Mike McGuire for the third and final recap from his stint as part of Canadian Wrestling Elite's 17th Anniversary tour, stopping in Calgary, Alberta. A much smaller venue than where he would usually host Dungeon Wrestling, Mike takes you behind the scenes to a very unique moment, with most of the players involved. Then, as a pleasant surprise, Ross Hart joins in as he and Mike discuss the importance of being open minded to different styles of wrestling, and how a good emcee/ring announcer and presenter CAN add value to a fan and promoter's show. For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

This week on Legends and Champions, we do something quite different. We hand the reigns of the show over to ChatGPT (sorry Mike). ChatGPT has set us some questions, both of which Andy and Stefan have not seen until show time. This means that we will be talking about anything and everything to do with professional wrestling that includes the Royal Rumble, WWE, AEW, NXT, TNA and even a discussion on Saudi Arabia and HHH's booking style. Join us for what is a very different but fun show. Let us know what you think at Celebrate Wrestling

From the brutal bitter cold of Saskatchewan, to a slightly less bitter cold 2 and a half hours west in Medicine Hat, Alberta, our journey on the CWE Tour continues in one of the most favourite stops for the crew. Add to the experience, sharing a lot of road time, and a room with the star of the show, Harry "Davey Boy Smith Jr." Smith, and anything is possible. Join us for some of the day... the buzz around the show, meeting sponsors, a very loud crowd, post-show hangs and even a visit from a certain American Dream... if you weeel... For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

Saskatchewan is a province that Mike McGuire swore he would never return to for any reason. Then, when Canadian Wrestling's Elite offered him a chance to hop on their 17th Anniversary Tour, one of the dates was in a city he couldn't imagine going back to. As pro wrestling has taught us... never say never. Join Mike McGuire in this mini-series of personal entries into an audio journal during this tour. Nothing's off limits, and there are no punches pulled. You'll hear the good, the bad, and all points in between as he rediscovers the good and challenging times that come with this crazy entertainment world. For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

This week, a special edition of McGuire on Wrestling comes to you from the legendary Victoria Pavilion in Calgary, Alberta. The home of Stampede Wrestling, now Dungeon Wrestling, brings a certain aura with it - even when just recording a radio show! Special guest Harry Smith, aka Davey Boy Smith Jr., or "The British Bulldog" joins the show to talk about his upcoming tour with CWE across Western Canada. Hear about some of his time with All Japan Pro Wrestling, what drives him to keep going, and what fans can expect if they look up some of his matches. Suggested match vs. Jun Saito - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FkwPeKzJW68 Plus, Dave Meltzer takes us through some of the Wrestling Observer Awards, feedback from fans, and even addresses recent comments made by former WCW President and WWE Performer, Eric Bischoff. For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

Mitch and Dimitri are ready for tonight's airing of AEW's Grand Slam: Australia, and have a LOT to say about the rumoured "slow sales" for this year's WrestleMania! Plus, what better way to spend Valentine's Day than by listening to your favourite Greek Dads rate their favourite WRESTLING Valentines and more! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

This week, we have a lot to talk about as WrestleMania main events are being planned, AEW heads to Australia for what could be their biggest TV event in a while, AJ Styles talks about his future and a boot sells for almost $150,000. Plus, Independent pro wrestling is hotter than ever across Western Canada, and we're here for it! Join Mike McGuire and guests Joe Aguinaldo and Dave Meltzer for all the talk of the week, including a preview of AEW Grand Slam: Australia, fan feedback coming out of last week's Royal Rumble and how WrestleMania next year could be affected, and the potential changes heading into Las Vegas this year. Also, the new "Drumboy" documentary has been released by Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling - we talk about that and a lot more! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com

The gWo return with another hilarious look back at the week of pro wrestling based on whatever they watched this week! Agree, disagree, but most of all, kick back and have a great time with your two favourite wrestling buddies! For more on our shows, visit celebratewrestling.com