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 41m Dec 20, 2016
1hr 41m
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 58m Dec 18, 2016
1hr 58m
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 27m Dec 12, 2016
1hr 27m
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 2m Dec 10, 2016
2hr 2m
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 12m Dec 05, 2016
1hr 12m
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 24m Dec 02, 2016
2hr 24m
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...
51m Nov 28, 2016
51m
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
Inconclusive Breakdown 138: Sand Creek Soul
On this week’s show we discuss: The death of America’s TV mom, a Cuban ass, and a sci-fi doctor, Thanksgiving and Black Friday, a sci-fi classic coming back in a big way, pizzagate and social media censorship. Plus the first installment of Short Conversations with Mr. Short featuring the band...
1hr 59m Nov 27, 2016
1hr 59m
Throwbacks From The Way Back Episode 4
On this episode, Phil chimes in about the recent Goldberg / Lesnar match from Survivor Series 2K16. Also he previews the upcoming ROH “Final Battle” PPV. The classic Throwback this week from episode #66. Our late brother Tommy “Tank” Meehan joins Phil & The Mega Powers as they cover ECW’s...
1hr 24m Nov 26, 2016
1hr 24m
My Unconventional Life 28: Juana La Paz, Part 2
Monologue about being back in the UK, the thoughts it has inspired, and plans for when I get back to LA. Plus the second part of my interview with Juana La Paz – sultry South American author of an upcoming book about opening up her marriage. My Unconventional Life 28
53m Nov 23, 2016
53m
Shining Wizards 287: Spitballin’ Down the Rabbit Hole
Next week is the official 5th Anniversary Celebration for the boys, but on this night, two days shy of the night that started it all five years ago, Tony, Eddie, and Matt kick it real old school with plenty of wrestling talk. Lots of great stories and jokes, plus anger...
1hr 52m Nov 23, 2016
1hr 52m
Stranger in a Southern Land 93: Steve Corino
We finally got him! Jake has been courting Steve Corino to be on this podcast for almost 2 years and this conversation does not disappoint. Considering how busy both these men are on wrestling show day it is very hard for them to sit down and have a hour plus...
1hr 24m Nov 21, 2016
1hr 24m
Inconclusive Breakdown 137: Hamilton presents Trumpsgiving
On this week’s show: We talk about politics at comic cons. Celebs endorsing violence against Trump and supporters. Celebs now saying they are for Trump. The sad story of Shelly Duvall. We give out Top 10: Shocking TV Reveals and answer your listener submitted questions. Inconclusive Breakdown 137
1hr 43m Nov 20, 2016
1hr 43m
My Unconventional Life 27: Juana La Paz
Monologue about a potential turn in the road of my dating life and a visit to the LGBTQ center in Hollywood Plus the first part of my interview with Juana La Paz sultry South American author of an upcoming book about opening up her marriage. My Unconventional Life 27
52m Nov 16, 2016
52m
Shining Wizards 286: Grab Her with Styles
Do the boys know the Survivor Series teams that will be fighting for BRAND SUPREMACY? Is it almost Vader’s Time? Joey Styles is being shunned for making a joke? All this and plenty more. The boys contemplate a Christmas album. There’s sales on everything, according to Bargain Dan. The greatest...
1hr 57m Nov 16, 2016
1hr 57m
Stranger in a Southern Land 92: Tyler Wood
Tyler Wood is a long time wrestling fan and used to attend a lot of the wrestling shows that Jake performed on in the eastern part of North Carolina. The story would end right there if it wasn’t for stand up comedy. Now the tables have turn as Jake has...
1hr 17m Nov 14, 2016
1hr 17m
Inconclusive Breakdown 136: Trumpacalypse Now What
On this week’s show: The Election results and where do we go from here as a country, Deaths in 2016 strikes again, UFC history made last night and more big stories, plus we will answer your listener submitted questions. Top 10 List: Movies that SJW’s would hate if made today...
1hr 59m Nov 13, 2016
1hr 59m
Turnbuckle Throwbacks 197: The Gravest Challenge
Our boy Choppy sits in the co-host chair for a fine night of wrasslin’ talk. First the boys talk a little politics and the electing of our 45th president of the good old U.S. of A. The laziness of Baron Corbin, Undertaker coming back to TV, Showing Roman Reigns some...
2hr 12m Nov 12, 2016
2hr 12m
Neckbreaker 106: Solium Fatalis
Christopher Riechmann from Hailnothing joins the wrestling panel to cover Donald Trump’s wrestling past, Survivor Series, a TNA network and more. Later, we air a replay of our recent Facebook live show with Jeff Demarco and Jim Gregory from the NH metal band Solium Fatalis to discuss their brand new...
2hr 17m Nov 10, 2016
2hr 17m
Pat Buck Show 5
Pat Buck returns for another week of insight into the world of pro wrestling. Pat Buck Show 5
37m Nov 10, 2016
37m
My Unconventional Life 26: Caitlin Carlton Part 2
Monologue about a plan to bank sperm, and a potential reason to see some light at the end of the dating tunnel. Part 2 of the interview with my good friend Caitlin Carlton, about the practical benefits of non monogamy and parenting partnerships. My Unconventional Life 26
40m Nov 09, 2016
40m
Shining Wizards 285: Presidential Election 2016
Election Day is here! The boys are hosting the vote for Wrestling President 2016, and the nominees are James Ellsworth (represented by Eddie), Broken Matt Hardy (Kevin), Jim Cornette (Tony), and Shawn Michaels (Matt). There’s accusations of cheating, plenty of in-fighting, and YOUR VOTES! Plus, WWE STOLE AN IDEA FROM...
1hr 46m Nov 09, 2016
1hr 46m
Stranger in a Southern Land 91: Jake Steward
This episode of Stranger in a Southern Land kicks off a very special week in Jake Manning’s podcast universe. In honor of Jake Steward’s birthday he will be making an appearance on all of Jake Manning’s podcasts this week. Of course what better way to get to know Manning’s co...
1hr 25m Nov 07, 2016
1hr 25m
Inconclusive Breakdown 135: Best End of the World Ever
On this week’s show: Short & Vince’s adventures at the Midwest Toy Fest and Smith Awards, Election Talk, CUBS WIN! CUBS WIN!, a Japanese fart fire, Entertainment Quick Hits and your questions. Top 10: Political Movies Inconclusive Breakdown 135
1hr 34m Nov 06, 2016
1hr 34m
Turnbuckle Throwbacks 196: November Rain 1996
Takeover Crew member Choppy takes the co-host seat this evening and brought a bunch of topics with him including Brock/Goldberg, Nakamura style too rough for WWE?, The main event at NJPW’s “Wrestle Kingdom” 2K17, WWE 2K17’s game play, and why current wrestling fans ruin live shows. This weeks Throwback was...
25m Nov 05, 2016
25m
My Unconventional Life 25: Caitlin Carlton Part 1
Monologue about a visit to the doctor, an interesting interview for an upcoming episode and why I’m not attracting many women right now. Part 1 of an interview with my good friend Caitlin Carlton, about why she stopped liking me after thinking I was so hot before, and why being...
50m Nov 02, 2016
50m
Shining Wizards 284: Blandicorn
Matt, Kevin and Eddie are in Studio B cause Tony went to Smackdown in Newark. We trash England for no good reason, then talk about Impact Wrestling. This leads to Blandicorn, which you have to hear to believe. Follow it up with some Hell in a Cell Talk, Monday Night...
2hr 12m Nov 02, 2016
2hr 12m
Stranger in a Southern Land 90: George South
For those of you who are fans of the multiple things that Jake Manning produces then George South needs little or no introduction. But for those of you who are not fans of George and Jake’s “highly successful” YouTube show, Dad You Don’t Work You Wrestle then be prepared for...
1hr 26m Oct 31, 2016
1hr 26m
Neckbreaker 105: Nasty Savage
Brian interviews Nasty Ronnie Galetti from the Florida thrash band Nasty Savage! Topics include the 80’s death metal scene, getting signed to Metal Blade, working the 90’s indy wrestling scene, and much more. Later, the wrestling panel with Kessaris and guest cohost Matt Steele cover the latest pro wrestling headlines....
1hr 58m Oct 31, 2016
1hr 58m
Inconclusive Breakdown 134: Happy Triggerween
Anti PC Entertainment News and Current Events Top 10: Horror Movies Fan Casting: Spooky Movie Characters Inconclusive Breakdown 134
1hr 36m Oct 30, 2016
1hr 36m
Throwbacks From The Way Back Episode 2
On this episode we kick it back to May of 2013 for the very first appearance of Mr. Dave “Mega” Powers. The Throwback was Summerslam 1991! This was the early stages for the formation of a very formidable podcast tag team. Had a really great time re-visiting this gem. Hope...
1hr 34m Oct 29, 2016
1hr 34m
Shining Wizards Dinner Time #2: Yogi’s All-American Grill and Sports Bar
Matt, Kevin, and Tony got together on the night before Legends of the Ring on October 14, 2016, for dinner at Yogi’s All-American Grill & Sports Bar in Monroe, NJ. Just like last time, there’s some shop talk, but it’s lots of drunken banter and jokes. Plus, Oso Blanco himself,...
50m Oct 28, 2016
50m
Pat Buck Show 4
Pat Buck returns for another week of insight into the world of pro wrestling. Pat Buck Show 4
45m Oct 27, 2016
45m
My Unconventional Life 24: Tim Antone
Monologue about my testosterone results and serious doubts about the feasibility of finding a parenting partner. Interview with my new roommate and SPLA massage teacher/sex guru Tim Antone. We talk about orgasmic meditation, the need to get out there, and some pretty important worldviews. My Unconventional Life 24
57m Oct 26, 2016
57m
Shining Wizards 283: The Birth of Extreme
Matt joins Tony in Studio A for some wrestling talk. First they discuss Halloween wrestling costumes, then it’s an all-out TNA Impact discussion! There’s plenty of Raw and Smackdown talk as well, but most of it is how great Chris Jericho is and how bad the Hell in a Cell...
2hr Oct 26, 2016
2hr
Stranger in a Southern Land 89: Blue Blaze Brewing Company
What happens when a Emmy Award winning Audio Engineer & award winning Brew Master get together and start a brewery? Well, listen to this podcast and find out. Better yet come on down to Blue Blaze Brewing Company’s outdoorsy location which is right next to a greenway bike path in...
55m Oct 24, 2016
55m
Inconclusive Breakdown 133: Go Cubs Go
Anti PC Entertainment News and Current Events Top 10: Dual Threat Entertainers Fan Casting: Wildstorm’s WildC.A.T.S. Inconclusive Breakdown 133
1hr 56m Oct 23, 2016
1hr 56m