Shining Wizards 296: Busted Open by Dave LaGreca
Dave LaGreca, host of SiriusXM’s Busted Open, makes his return to Studio A for an amazing Royal Rumble preview. There’s plenty about Rumbles of years past, as well as some discussion as to which storylines will progress depending on Rumble results. In the second hour, the guys give their predictions...
1hr 59m Jan 25, 2017
1hr 59m
Inconclusive Breakdown 146: Protest This
On this week’s episode: More TV Reboots, Patrick Stewart as shit, Madonna being investigated by the Secret Service, The inauguration, Riots and the Women’s March. We will fan cast Street Fighter plus answer your listener questions! Inconclusive Breakdown 146
1hr 49m Jan 22, 2017
1hr 49m
Turnbuckle Throwbacks 203: Hail To The Chief… ROCKA
It’s inauguration day and the boys try to lighten the mood to an already interesting day. Talking all things WWE including the Royal Rumble, NXT, UK Championship, 205 LIVE and Sami Zayn tweeting again. Choppy makes a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT. Talked some NFL and even some video game chatter. The Throwback...
1hr 53m Jan 21, 2017
1hr 53m
D-Struction 101 Ep. 3
Dave “D-Struction” Sturchio is back with EPISODE 3! of “D-Struction101”! In this episode, Dave brings to you his thanks for all the downloads and momentum for the first 2 episodes! He preaches more positivity and making strides in order to live a much happier life! D-Struction is also headed to...
58m Jan 18, 2017
58m
My Unconventional Life 36: Crow Garrett, Part 2
Monologue about a great week back in LA and a very promising brand new potential parenting partner. Plus the second part of my interview with magician and friend Crow Garrett telling some funny stories and getting into some deep stuff about sex and sexuality. My Unconventional Life 36
44m Jan 18, 2017
44m
Shining Wizards 295: TJ Marconi
Matt, Kevin, and Tony go live on Facebook in what Matt called a “game changer!” TJ Marconi joined us in studio for some talk about the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania, as well as comparing the passing of Jimmy Snuka to Chris Benoit, the announcement of Kurt Angle for the WWE...
2hr Jan 18, 2017
2hr
Neckbreaker 111: Artificial Brain / Cognitive
Brian stops by this year’s Hothfest in Chicopee, MA! The show opens with Artificial Brain sharing past tour stories, the writing process for their new album, sketchy places on the road, and more. Later Rob and Harry from the death metal band Cognitive join the show to discuss member changes,...
58m Jan 17, 2017
58m
Inconclusive Breakdown 145: Heather Usetadude
On this week’s show we discuss: Meryl Streep’s BS rant at the Golden Globes, Chris Jericho may be the best person in the world, NFL teams on the move, Nintendo switch and a rapper threatening artists who may perform at the inauguration. Plus our top 10 celebs we would love...
1hr 49m Jan 15, 2017
1hr 49m
Turnbuckle Throwbacks 202: SOULED OUT On A Saturday Night
A special Saturday evening edition as Phil is joined by Thumbstick Ninja’s Rob Domingo special guest co-hosting for this fun filled episode. First Phil gets a very special present all the way from the U.K. Talked some RAW, Smackdown, and some TNA. Kenny Omega going to WWE? Phil gives his...
1hr 43m Jan 15, 2017
1hr 43m
D-Struction 101 Ep. 2
Dave “D-Struction” Sturchio is back with his second installment of “D-Struction101”! In this episode Dave talks about his 10 Year anniversary since graduating Broadcasting School and all his experiences up to today! the NFL Playoffs. His recap of WrestlePro and the wrestling weekend. Social Media topics like Meryl Streep and...
1hr 3m Jan 11, 2017
1hr 3m
My Unconventional Life 35: Crow Garrett
Monologue about the return of my libido after starting TRT, and feelings inspired by a visit to where I used to live before LA. Plus the first part of my with magician and friend Crow Garrett talking about how first impressions often are misleading. My Unconventional Life 35
39m Jan 11, 2017
39m
Shining Wizards 294: Sonny Kiss
There’s a lot to cover on this action-packed episode! The boys discuss WrestleKingdom 11 and weigh in on Okada/Omega. After some Raw and Smackdown talk, there are a lot of what-ifs discussed going into the Royal Rumble and the plans for WrestleMania. Tony gives his opinions on last week’s Impact....
2hr 29m Jan 11, 2017
2hr 29m
Stranger in a Southern Land 100: Jake Manning
The 100th episode of Stranger in a Southern Land is here. Instead of surprising you with one of the most over done podcast tropes of all time. We will just tell you right now that Jake Manning will be the 100th guest on the Stranger in a Southern Land podcast....
1hr 51m Jan 09, 2017
1hr 51m
Neckbreaker 110: Swarm of Eyes / Wrestle Kingdom 11
The wrestling panel with guest cohost Corey Dimick, Larry Martin, and Shaun Murphy from The Summoned cover the latest headlines and review New Japan’s Wrestle Kingdom 11 card. Later, we air a replay of our recent Facebook live interview with metal band Swarm of Eyes to discuss their new EP...
2hr 51m Jan 08, 2017
2hr 51m
Inconclusive Breakdown 144: technical difficulties
difficulties and we discuss: The return of a childhood favorite to Netflix, What will happen to Princess Leia in the next Star Wars, Social Just run amok at Marvel Comics, the madness that is the life of Alberto del Rio, a pop star in a video game, rappers in a...
1hr 38m Jan 08, 2017
1hr 38m
Turnbuckle Throwbacks 201: The Big Blue Cage
It’s the first show of 2017! Choppy is in the co-host seat in studio for an action packed show. We chat about John Cena’s return to Smackdown and they need to push Bray Wyatt into title contention, How bad Raw is lately, The Big Show drops a ton of weight…literally...
1hr 49m Jan 07, 2017
1hr 49m
D-Struction 101 Ep. 1
Dave “D-Struction” Sturchio is back in the world of podcasting with the all new “D-Struction 101”. In episode 1, Dave tells his back story a little bit to catch the listeners up on just who he is, what his credentials are, his experiences in the world of pro wrestling along...
53m Jan 04, 2017
53m
My Unconventional Life 34: Infinite Love Andi 2
Monologue about banking my sperm, my new life, and how mindfulness has changed my life for the better. Plus my 2nd interview with Infinite Love Andi talking about other options I might have for being a parent. My Unconventional Life 34
54m Jan 04, 2017
54m
Shining Wizards 293: Strowman Reigns
It’s a brand New Year on a brand new network! Check out the Wizards’ first show on Rant EM Radio, where there’s discussion of Mariah Carey and Lane Bryant women, wrestlers on Tinder, terrible promos with Scott Steiner and Lex Luger, Kenny Omega’s “making it” comments, and plenty more! Shining...
2hr 9m Jan 04, 2017
2hr 9m
Stranger in a Southern Land 99: Dollar Signs
Jake Manning was super excited to sit down with Erik, Arion and Dylan of Dollar Signs and then his audio board broke. Luckily he was sitting down with 3 production wizards and guys who have down more with less. Dollar Signs the band is this amazing collections guys who much...
1hr Jan 02, 2017
1hr
Inconclusive Breakdown 143: Show of Death
On this week’s show we discuss: The passing of Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds, George Michael’s death and the possible death of Rhonda Rousey’s MMA career. We will also do our Dead Pool Draft and answer your listener questions. Inconclusive Breakdown 143
1hr 52m Jan 02, 2017
1hr 52m
Stranger in a Southern Land 99: Dollar Signs
Jake Manning was super excited to sit down with Erik, Arion and Dylan of Dollar Signs and then his audio board broke. Luckily he was sitting down with 3 production wizards and guys who have down more with less. Dollar Signs the band is this amazing collections guys who much...
1hr Dec 31, 2016
1hr
My Unconventional Life 33: Jay Lethal, Part 2
Monologue about the end of celibacy, dilemmas therefrom, and a few little Christmas nicknacks. Plus part 2 of my interview with former Ring of Honor champion Jay Lethal talking about his traditional hopes for finding a partner. My Unconventional Life 33
54m Dec 29, 2016
54m
Shining Wizards 292: George Michael’s Last Christmas
The boys close out 2016 with some great singing and presents! Oh, and there’s some wrestling talk, too! Shining Wizards 292
1hr 57m Dec 28, 2016
1hr 57m
Neckbreaker 109: Year-End Awards
Former co-host John Aubrey returns to the show for one night only to discuss our year-end awards! We cover categories from the worlds of heavy metal and pro wrestling including best album, worst shows, best tour package, worst news item, best/worst feuds, most improved wrestler, the new ‘half a beer’...
1hr 46m Dec 26, 2016
1hr 46m
Stranger in a Southern Land 98: John Skylar
This podcast starts off like any other wrestling podcast and then it dove tails off into a 45 minute conversation about how John and Jake hated each other for years. Their dislike for one another would still exist today if it wasn’t for literally a roll of the dice. Well,...
57m Dec 26, 2016
57m
Inconclusive Breakdown 142: Christmas Time
On this week’s show we discuss: Carrie Fisher, a surprising amount of entertainment news this close to the holidays, Our favorite Lena Dunham’s latest horrible thing, MTV being blatantly racist, Terror attacks in Europe and a gamergate figure running for congress. Our top 10 this week is our picks for...
2hr 15m Dec 24, 2016
2hr 15m
Turnbuckle Throwbacks 200: A Very True Gritty Christmas!
We end 2016 with the 200th installment of the show as we go out with a bang. First Rant EM announces the addition of the SHINING WIZARDS! Joined in studio by Dave “MEGA” Powers, Shining Wizards Tony and the NEW co-host of the show “CHOPPY” Do the annual gift exchange,...
2hr 26m Dec 24, 2016
2hr 26m
Shining Wizards Dinner Time #3: Solar do Minho 2
After a gut-busting feast of rodizio and sangria, Tony, Eddie, and Matt enjoy some dessert and coffee over some wrestling and holiday talk. Shining Wizards Dinner Time #3
31m Dec 22, 2016
31m
My Unconventional Life 32: Jay Lethal, Part 1
Monologue about a new job, a lovely message, and things picking up in my dating life. Plus part 1 of my interview with former Ring of Honor champion Jay Lethal talking about his traditional hopes for finding a partner. My Unconventional Life 32
46m Dec 21, 2016
46m
Shining Wizards 291: Legends of the Ring 2016
From Monroe, NJ, on October 15, 2016, the Wizards present the Legends of the Ring fan convention! Kevin, Matt, and Tony bring you highlights and interviews with NXT’s Chris Payne, Fallah Bahh, the Blue Meanie, Sam Houston, Shawn Donovan, JTG, Joel Gertner, Santino Marella, DJ Z and Jessie Godderz from...
1hr 40m Dec 20, 2016
1hr 40m
Stranger in a Southern Land 97: Jenn Snyder
Jenn Snyder is a joy and pleasure to watch preform and converse with on a personal level. If you have a problem with Jake Manning gushing over another human being then don’t listen to this podcast OR stick around and find out what all the fuss is about. This conversation...
1hr 3m Dec 19, 2016
1hr 3m
Inconclusive Breakdown 141: Almost Christmas
On this week’s show we discuss: Vince vs. Facebook, Alan Thicke, Good and Bad at the Box Office, More movies getting turned into TV series, Classic TV shows getting rebooted and our WWE Roadblock: End of the line picks. Plus our Top 10 Gag Gifts for Christmas and your listener...
1hr 54m Dec 19, 2016
1hr 54m
Turnbuckle Throwbacks 199: Seasonal Beatings
Choppy joins Phil in studio for an action packed show. Rob from Thumbstick Ninjas calls in on location from Florida where he attended an NXT house show. Talking all things current including Brock Lesnar’s UFC suspension, Booker T running for Mayor in his hometown and Kofi Kingston’s #BlackExcellence post on...
1hr 57m Dec 18, 2016
1hr 57m
My Unconventional Life 31: My Sister
Monologue about romance in autumn, freedom of speech, and a couple of meetups. Plus my interview with my sister playing devil’s advocate and telling me I’m making my life more difficult than it needs to be. My Unconventional Life 31
52m Dec 15, 2016
52m
Shining Wizards 290: Bobby Wayward and the Cage of Discomfort
WrestlePro Champion Bobby Wayward joins the boys in studio to talk about his early fandom of wrestling, his time training in MMA, and what brought him into the world of wrestling. Shining Wizards 290
2hr 18m Dec 14, 2016
2hr 18m
Inconclusive Breakdown 140: Let’s Go Racing
On this week’s show we discuss: The passing of a true American Hero, we will talk about all the movie trailers that were released this week, we will try to figure out what is wrong with the Grammy’s. Plus our weekly entertainment rundown, is Amy Schumer a rapist and the...
1hr 47m Dec 12, 2016
1hr 47m
Stranger in a Southern Land 96: Richie Steamboat
Big Ricky has already been on the podcast and now it’s time for Little Ricky to sit down with Jake Manning. Richie Steamboat is not only wrestling royalty but he was raise by one of the best human beings you could possibly ever meet. The bond that Richie has with...
1hr 26m Dec 12, 2016
1hr 26m
Neckbreaker 108: Goratory
Adam Mason from the recently reunited death metal band Goratory and Evan Duplessis from Bacterial Husk visit the studio for a ridiculous conversation! They discuss Goratory’s upcoming appearance at Maryland Deathfest, share international tour stories, drink beer, and cover the latest metal and wrestling headlines. Neckbreaker 108
1hr 43m Dec 12, 2016
1hr 43m
Turnbuckle throwbacks 198: A “Shining” Tuesday In Texas
Phil rides solo this evening and has a whole lotta fun. First the big man breaks down his visit to ROH’s “Final Battle” talks a little WWE, NXT, & NJPW. The “Throwback” this week was from December of 1991 for WWF’s a “Tuesday In Texas” Then opens the phone lines...
2hr 1m Dec 10, 2016
2hr 1m
Shining Wizards 289: The Rainbow Connection
Back to kick off year six, the boys do a Friday Night show from Studio A. They delve into the insanity of Shelly Duvall, the hotness and drug problems of Stephanie Tanner, the mystery of Jim Henson’s death, the identity of Big Al, a progeria reality show, riding on fairies,...
2hr Dec 10, 2016
2hr
My Unconventional Life 30: Infinite Love Andi
Monologue full of dilemmas about how open I should be, my plans to bank sperm and moving forward in the dating world. Plus my interview with Andi – a kind, intelligent and pretty girl I met through the Infinite Love meetup group who opened up her five year relationship in...
52m Dec 07, 2016
52m
Stranger in a Southern Land 95: Normal Dennis
Normal Dennis is far from normal when he preforms. He may walk up to the stage sheepishly but when he starts performing it’s like the drumming styling of Animal from the Muppet Show meets the comedic stylings of Andy Kaufman in one big presentation. Yet when Dennis sits down with...
1hr 11m Dec 05, 2016
1hr 11m
Inconclusive Breakdown 139: Ken Bone
On this week’s show we discuss: Bootleg Merch. Angry Scientologists. Sting rubbing salt in the wounds of those killed in France. New X-Men creative teams. Our WWE TLC predictions and white trash Barbie. Plus on Short Conversations w/Mr. Short he will interview the one and only Ken Bone. Our Top...
1hr 49m Dec 05, 2016
1hr 49m
Throwbacks From The Way Back Episode 5
On this weeks show, Phil chimes in about the status of the show, previews this Sundays WWE “TLC” event and brags about going to see ROH’s “Final Battle” event in New York City. The “Throwback” from the way back this week is from episode 74 “Will you take my picture”...
2hr 23m Dec 02, 2016
2hr 23m
Pat Buck Show 6
Pat Buck is back and he’s in Queens! On this episode of the PBS, Pat talks about the joys of moving, WrestlePro at the Apollo, Sneeze Edits, Low Pressure Big Shows, the importance of making sure your show looks good, Kayfabing Side Fat and Pat’s thoughts on Paid Wrestling Video...
40m Dec 02, 2016
40m
Shining Wizards 288: Five
The Wizards celebrated their Fifth Anniversary in front of a LIVE crowd at Egan’s in West Orange, New Jersey. People from far and wide came to join in the festivities. There were plenty of guest appearances, lots of under-the-bus time, drinks, challenges, trivia, stand-up comedy, and more! Shining Wizards 288
2hr 9m Dec 01, 2016
2hr 9m
My Unconventional Life 29: Abby
A positive monologue about being back in the US, thoughts from visiting friends with children in the UK, and perhaps my returning libido. Plus my interview with Abby – a wonderful, totally chill, and loving girl I met through the poly meetup group she runs. All you need is love....
58m Nov 30, 2016
58m
Stranger in a Southern Land 94: Christopher Corrado
Fighter, comedian, promoter, trainer and author Christopher Corrado sits down with Jake Manning. Corrado is a very straight forward individual and he has to be with all those job titles. Christopher wasn’t always this ambitious and he openly talks about what cause that change in his life. Now Corrado’s life...
50m Nov 28, 2016
50m
Neckbreaker 107: Backyard Wrestling
Brian interviews Phil and Frank from a New Hampshire based backyard wrestling group. They discuss criticism, injuries, goals, why they haven’t been trained professionally, and more. Later, Ross Netherton joins our metal and wrestling panel to discuss the new Metallica album, Survivor Series, Eyehategod, and more. Neckbreaker 107
2hr Nov 28, 2016
2hr