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A slightly different podcast this week.With Morro laid up in hospital and the other lads away galavanting, Shane sits down with Kilkenny councillor Maurice Shortall to discuss his call for the Irish government to explore the possibility of bringing WrestleMania to Ireland.The discussion looks at why Maurice believes a WrestleMania event could be a major opportunity for Irish tourism and the wider economy, and whether Ireland could realistically position itself to host one of the biggest events in entertainment.The original story, broken by Shane for KCLR, was picked up internationally by outlets including Sports Illustrated and much of the wrestling media, although often without credit to the original reporting.Shane also puts forward questions submitted by listeners through the Wrestling Fan Wrestling Show Discord, including the obvious one: could WrestleMania genuinely happen in Ireland?Side note: the recording was repeatedly interrupted by internet issues, so the audio quality is rough in places, but hopefully the conversation is still worth hearing.

Shaz and Morro are back in the Gorilla Room for a follow-up to last week’s release discussion, this time reacting to the latest names quietly added to WWE.com’s alumni section.The big shock is the departure of The New Day members Kofi Kingston and Xavier Woods, alongside MFT members JC Mateo and Tonga Loa.But this episode isn’t really about the individual releases. Instead, the lads focus on the wider business direction of WWE under TKO Group Holdings, and what the company’s current approach means for professional wrestling as a whole.How sustainable is the system WWE now operates under? What happens when major stars are cycled out more aggressively? And what impact does all of this have on independent wrestling, where fewer promotions exist as genuine alternatives for released talent?A broader discussion about modern wrestling economics, talent development, and whether the industry is entering a very different era.

Shane and Morro are back in the Gorilla Room to discuss the latest round of WWE releases — and there’s no shortage of talking points.The headline story is the full release of the Wyatt Sicks, with Bo Dallas (Uncle Howdy), Nikki Cross, Joe Gacy, Erick Rowan and Dexter Lumis all gone. The lads try to make sense of how an entire faction can go from being positioned as something different to completely off the board.Beyond that, the list of departures raises even more questions. Names like Kairi Sane, Motor City Machine Guns, Aleister Black, Zelina Vega, Santos Escobar, Zoey Stark and Alba Fyre are all discussed, with a focus on why so many talented performers never found consistent direction.A big part of the conversation centres on creative. Why does WWE struggle to find compelling stories for certain wrestlers? Is it a case of too many people, not enough time, or something deeper within the system?Aleister Black becomes a key talking point — after leaving AEW and returning to WWE, very little was done with him before his release. The lads look at how that situation unfolded and what it says about long-term planning.Join the discord - https://discord.gg/kcEXGbMmB

In this video, All Elite Morro presents his full ranking of the 100 Greatest Wrestlers Ever as part of the GWE 2026 Project. This is a comprehensive list built on in-ring ability aka VIBES!!From all-time legends to modern greats, I break down how each wrestler earned their place and what separates the very best from the rest.In this video:My complete Top 100 Greatest Wrestlers of All Time rankingKey criteria behind the GWE 2026 ProjectAnalysis of the top-tier names and controversial placementsDiscussion on different eras, styles, and global impactDebates around who truly deserves to be called the greatest everThis is a must-watch for wrestling fans who love deep analysis, historical context, and ranking debates.If you enjoy long-form wrestling content, rankings, and thoughtful breakdowns, make sure to subscribe for more.#GreatestWrestlersEver #GWE2026 #WrestlingRanking #ProWrestling #WrestlingHistory #Top100Wrestlers

Shaz, Gherkins and Morro are live from the Gorilla Room with their review of Night Two of WrestleMania 42 — and this time, the mics are working properly.After the talking points coming out of Night One, the lads look at whether WWE addressed the criticism around ads, presentation and pacing, and how Night Two compared overall.They break down the full card, what worked, what didn’t, and how the show flowed from start to finish. The discussion builds to the main event, asking how CM Punk vs Roman Reigns stacked up against Cody Rhodes vs Randy Orton from Night One.A straight, honest reaction to the biggest show of the year, and whether WWE delivered when it mattered most.

Shaz, Morro and the lads are live with their review of Night One of WrestleMania 42, giving their immediate thoughts straight from the Gorilla Room.They break down the biggest talking points from the show, including the heavy presence of ads and corporate sponsorship, and whether it’s starting to take away from the overall experience. There’s also discussion around match length, pacing, and how the card was structured across the night.What worked, what didn’t, and which moments actually delivered on the big stage all get a proper look, with plenty of honest reactions throughout.Quick apology as well — OBS didn’t fully pick up the mics during the stream, but everything is still there and worth sticking with.Join the Discord for more wrestling chat and to get involved in future shows:https://discord.com/invite/rdBk3d4aH

The OG three are back as Shaz, Gherkins and “The Draw” Johnny Morts sit down to discuss some of the worst reveals in wrestling history.Sparked by the recent reveal of Pat McAfee as the voice in Randy Orton’s ear ahead of his match with Cody Rhodes at WrestleMania 42, the lads dig into why certain moments that should feel huge end up falling flat.From Vince McMahon’s “It was me, Austin” reveal in the Attitude Era, to Hornswoggle being placed into major mystery angles, they run through the reveals that didn’t quite land the way they were meant to. And of course, the big question: would everything be improved if it just turned out to be Jake “The Snake” Roberts?Join the Wrestling Fan Wrestling Show Discord for 24/7 wrestling chat and to suggest future topics:https://discord.com/invite/rdBk3d4aH

“The Draw” Johnny Morts and El Hijo Del Morro sit down to break down the build to WrestleMania 42 — and it turns into a fairly honest airing of frustrations.From creative decisions to the increasing use of celebrities like IShowSpeed, Jelly Roll and others, the lads question the direction WWE is taking as it heads into its biggest show of the year. Are the stories connecting? Are the right matches being prioritised?They get into the major talking points, including CM Punk’s direction, Roman Reigns’ place on the card, and the much-discussed storyline involving Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton. (Disclaimer: this was recorded before it was revealed the phone call involved Pat McAfee.)There’s also discussion around Rhea Ripley and Jade Cargill, and whether their booking reflects their importance to the roster.It’s a critical, sometimes frustrated look at WWE heading into WrestleMania — or as it’s dubbed here, MoanaMania.

Shane and Morro, The Old Bucks, take on one of the most fascinating “what if” scenarios in modern wrestling — what if Tony Khan had actually purchased WWE?Recent revelations showed that Khan was among the bidders for WWE before it was ultimately sold to Endeavor Group Holdings and merged into TKO Group Holdings. The lads break down just how different the wrestling landscape could have looked if that deal went another way.Would AEW and WWE have remained separate brands or merged into one super-promotion? How would TV deals, rosters, and creative direction have been handled? They also look at how WWE has changed under TKO, and whether Khan’s approach to wrestling would have produced a completely different product — for better or worse.A grounded but imaginative discussion about a scenario that could have reshaped the entire industry.