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Will, Ref Aubrey, and special guest co-host Nyla Rose reveal their favorite matches and moments of 2024, which include bangers from Revolution, Double or Nothing, Full Gear, Rampage, and of course, Dynamite, and feature everyone from Willow Nightingale and Mercedes Mone to Darby Allin and Sting to Hangman Adam Page and Swerve Strickland to Toni Storm and Mariah May. They have some backstage stories, a couple of bucket list moments, a kookoo tag team collab, and another celebration of the current Tag Team Champs Private Party! Plus, Nyla Rose reveals her 16-year-old self’s very interesting (and random) collection!

Serpentico returns to the pod to talk about the many masks, we mean “hats” he wears at AEW. He talks about the work and wrestling he’s doing for ROH, and the recent victory he secured over Sidney Akeem. He has stories about the Spanish Announce Project tag team with Angelico, and his goals once his partner returns from injury. He explains “clearance matches,” and why he’s especially happy to assist with those, how he got involved in coaching and why the Ricochet vs Komander matches is among his favorites as a coach, and what he’s learned about coaching from Jerry Lynn and Dean Malenko. And of course, Serpentico has plenty to say about his love-hate with Nyla Rose!

Anthony Henry is one half of the Workhorsemen tag team at AEW, and he’s just about ready to make his big comeback after two injuries! He discusses recovering from a broken jaw and rehabbing a torn bicep, what it’s taken to work his way back to in-ring performance level, and how two of his four degrees aided in his recuperation. Anthony also shares stories about his friend and tag partner JD Drake, the tag match they had with Sting and Darby Allin, and his plans for 2025. Plus, he has some great backyard wrestling stories, and reveals how The Workhorsemen came up with their gimmick!

Rocky Romero is the glue of the wrestling industry, and wears many hats as a result! He’s a VP for both AEW and New Japan, he works with ROH, Stardom, CMLL, and RevPro, and was heavily involved in the planning, coordination, booking, and execution of Wrestle Dynasty at the Tokyo Dome earlier this month! Rocky gives some BTS on what it took to make Wrestle Dynasty happen, how Forbidden Door helped pave the way for this event, and why he hopes this was the start of another great collaborative tradition in wrestling. He offers analysis on some of the upcoming NJPW talent featured at Wrestle Dynasty like Shota Umino, Yota Tsuji and Gabe Kidd, shares valuable lessons learned from his mentor, the great Tiger Hattori, and what the word “retirement” means to him. Plus, stories about his recent ROH tag match with Homicide at the Hammerstein Ballroom, and his in-ring work with Orange Cassidy and Mark Briscoe as part of The Conglomeration!

Penelope Ford is back in the ring for AEW after a two-year absence due to injury and rehab! Penelope talks about her recovery, how she prepared for her return, and what it was like to step back in the ring on AEW Collision last October. She talks about working with real-life husband, Kip Sabian, and details their big AEW TV wedding that included a detachable wedding dress skirt, cake to the face, and a quickie courthouse ceremony a couple of days before live TV. Penelope also discusses her friendship with The Bunny, and explains why she counts Kris Statlander, Anna Jay, and Hikaru Shida among her favorite matches.

The Refs To The Rescue! It’s the Refs to the rescue as Bryce Remsburg and Mike Posey step up in a big way to share great BTS stories about AEW! Bryce just returned from Wrestle Dynasty in Japan and talks about Kenny Omega’s big match, reffing at the Tokyo Dome, and what happens when you go to dinner with Dustin Rhodes! Mike Posey explains how he went from AEW ring crew to the main ROH referee, and what it was like to be in the ring with FTR and the Briscoe Brothers for that bloody dog collar match! Plus, they have stories about Eddie Kingston, Sting and Darby Allin, Nick Wayne, and Mox.

AEW is headed down under for the very first time for AEW Grand Slam Australia at the Brisbane Entertainment Center this Saturday, February 15th! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington break down the stacked card which includes Timeless Toni Storm challenging arch enemy Mariah May for the AEW Women’s World Champion; Continental Champion Okada defending his title against Buddy Matthews of The Hounds of Hell; and AEW’s MVP of the locker room, Harley Cameron (and her amazing puppet) taking on TBS Champ Mercedes Mone. They also share who has what to prove when it comes to Jay White & COPE versus the Death Riders’ Jon Moxley & Claudio Castagnoli, and why they think Kenny Omega & Will Ospreay vs Takeshita and Kyle Fletcher will steal the show!

The Fallen Angel Christopher Daniels Retires! Christopher Daniels quietly had his retirement match on AEW, and it was actually a banger of a Texas Death Match against Hangman Adam Page! CD explains why he decided to hang up his boots to almost little fanfare, what made this the right moment, and how it all came together. He shares stories from the first-ever ROH show, and remembers working with Bryan Danielson and Samoa Joe in those early ROH days. Plus, he talks Curry Man and finally sharing a picture together on the Jericho Cruise!

AEW is headed to the Crypto.com Arena this Sunday, March 9th in Los Angeles for AEW Revolution! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Ospreay break down the stacked card which includes 4x AEW Women’s World Champion Timeless Toni Storm defending her title against arch enemy Mariah May in a Hollywood Ending match; Swerve Strickland and Ricochet go head-to-head in a #1 contender bout for a shot at the AEW World Championship; Will Ospreay and his former best friend, Kyle Fletcher lay it all on the line in a steel cage match; Konosuke Takeshita defends the AEW International Championship against his former mentor, Kenny Omega; Momo Watanabe challenges AEW TBS Champion Mercedes Moné for the title; and AEW World Champion Jon Moxley finally faces COPE one-on-one.

All The Things You Didn’t See At AEW Revolution! Predator actor Richard Chaves (he played “Poncho”) doing the handshake with The Outrunners backstage! Kyle Fletcher having tacks removed from various places on his body after his banger with Will Ospreay! Ref Aubrey showing Big Justice his killer powerbomb going viral on Bluesky. Gravity and Bandido’s mother sobbing after Chris Jericho took Gravity’s mask! Those are just a few of the Revolution BTS moments that Ref Aubrey and Will Washington share in this special recap ep!

The “Hellbent Vixen” Viva Van shares her incredible journey in professional wrestling! She talks about her unique start in the business, the creative way she funded her wrestling training, and how she made her way to AEW. Viva also opens up about the importance of representation in wrestling and the impact she hopes to have on future generations. Plus, she discusses her special relationship with Vietnam Pro Wrestling, the first promotion of its kind in the country, how she helped them secure their wrestling ring, and the challenges of building a wrestling scene there. And, of course, she reveals some details about the cancelled fourth season of Netflix’s GLOW, including how she landed the role, the character she was supposed to play, and the 80s costumes she wished she could have kept!

Today is the first day of an incredible crossover collaboration between two of our favorite games - AEW Rise To The Top and Trailer Park Boys: Greasy Money! What does that mean exactly? Starting today, Thursday, March 27th through Monday, March 31st, both AEW Rise To The Top and Trailer Park Boys: Greasy Money are running special in-game events where some of your favorite characters will be featured in the other’s game! Does that mean you might see TPB’s The Green Bastard show up in an AEW ring in RTT? Or Chris Jericho, COPE, Kenny Omega and Renee Paquette pop up in the Sunnyvale Trailer Park? Game Masons CEO Matt Fossati, along with East Side Games Kyra Monture and Associate Producer Peter Lincandro explain how this happened, who you might see in each game, and what you can expect when you download and play both games!

AEW Dynasty is Sunday, April 6th live from the Liacouras Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Speedball Mike Bailey issues warnings to both current AEW International Champion Kenny Omega and Ricochet! Speedball’s coming for the gold in a long-awaited rematch Omega, and Ricochet will not distract or detract him! Ref Aubrey Edwards & Wil Washington break down the rest of the stacked card which includes the start of the Owen Cup Tournament; Daniel Garcia defending the TNT Championship against Adam Cole; ROH World Champion Chris Jericho and Bandido in a Title vs Mask match; Rated FTR challenging the Death Riders Claudio Castagnoli, Wheeler Yuta, and PAC for the AEW World Trios Title; AEW Women’s World Champion Timeless Toni Storm battling on Megan Bayne; and Swerve Strickland attempting to end Jon Moxley’s reign as AEW World Heavyweight Champion.

Get ready to feel the Speedball energy! Canada’s own Speedball Mike Bailey talks about his electrifying road to All Elite Wrestling. From tearing it up in Japan and delivering show-stealers in PWG to the shocking five-year ban that kept him out of the U.S., Mike shares the highs, lows, and everything in between. He dishes on his epic AEW debut in Fresno against Beast Mortos, what it meant to enter the prestigious Owen Hart Cup Tournament, how one match against Kenny Omega in PWG effectively changed Speedball’s life and career, how he developed his unconventional in-ring style and presentation, what he loves about martial arts, and why Roderick Strong is among his favorite matches!

Comedian Brad Williams brings the laughs and the bumps to AEW Unrestricted! From getting discovered after roasting a comic at the Brea Improv to becoming the "Director of Fun" on the Jericho Cruise, Brad shares how he went from Disneyland cast member to sharing the screen with Sir Elton John in Spinal Tap II. He dishes on wrestling moments with Mansoor, roast battles with Scorpio Sky, wild stand-up show disasters (including a woman literally catching fire), and why wrestlers and comedians are cut from the same chaos-loving cloth. Plus, the legendary moment Elton John looked him in the eye and said, “Who the f*** are you?”

“The Jet” Kevin Knight is flying high at AEW! Kevin shares the surreal journey from IT guy to Young Lion in NJPW to AEW star, including stories from the NJPW Dojo, the brutal art of the perfect dropkick, and what it was like learning from and being mentored by Shibata and Rocky Romero! He talks about his matches against Jay White and Will Ospreay, how he blends cocky showmanship with crowd connection, and why stepping into the AEW locker room feels like destiny. Plus, he discusses how he found the Buddy Wayne Academy where he started his training, how that led directly to NJPW, and the process of developing “The Jet” character!

The Murderhawk Monster is back! Lance Archer returns to AEW Unrestricted to talk about joining the Don Callis Family, forming the fearsome Murder Machines with Brian Cage, and chasing the AEW Tag Titles. He shares the origin of his Texas Death Match legacy, his unforgettable NJPW battles with Jon Moxley and Will Ospreay, and why being part of the unofficial “meat division” is his kind of chaos. Plus, Lance takes a trip down memory lane—dusting off his Rock & Rave days, honoring Jimmy Rave, and reliving the fan-fueled rise of Hoytamania. Oh, and did someone say bald cap Don Callis cosplay?

Double Or Nothing Favorite Matches & Moments with Nyla Rose. The Beast is back! Nyla Rose joins to relive some of the wildest, weirdest, and most unforgettable matches and moments in Double or Nothing history, including Awesome Kong’s surprise debut in 2019, the cinematic chaos of the Stadium Stampede, and the blood-soaked madness of Anarchy in the Arena! Nyla shares memories of battling Hikaru Shida, meeting “Mr. Sting,” and nearly stealing a giant playing card. Plus, the crew talks exploding shoes, Owen Hart Tournament magic, pandemic pay-per-views, and the future of AEW’s women's division with Mercedes Moné and Kris Statlander.

Julia Hart makes her long-awaited return to AEW: Unrestricted to talk about her 155-day reign as TBS Champion, dropping the title to Willow Nightingale, her emotional in-ring comeback from injury (against Jamie Hayter), and what it was like to face Mercedes Moné in the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament. Julia also shares how she brought her character vision to life through cinematic vignettes, why teaming with Skye Blue just worked, and how Brody King and Buddy Matthews helped shape her in-ring confidence. Plus, Julia opens up about life with husband Lee Johnson, lessons from Darby Allin, and the advice she’d give herself before her next championship run.

AEW Double or Nothing is this Sunday, May 25th in Glendale, Arizona! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington are breaking down the stacked card coming to the Desert Diamond Arena including the high-stakes AEW Women’s World Championship bout between Timeless Toni Storm and Mina Shirakawa, the wild return of Anarchy in the Arena (featuring unlikely alliances and first-time chaos), and the finals of the Owen Hart Foundation Cup Tournament where both winners punch their ticket to All In: Texas! They also discuss FTR’s dramatic shift, their showdown with Nigel McGuinness & Daniel Garcia, and why Mark Briscoe vs. Ricochet in a stretcher match might just steal the show.

Veteran wrestling journalist Keith Greenberg pulls back the curtain on This Book Is All Elite: The Inside Story of All Elite Wrestling – the definitive chronicle of AEW’s first five years. From pandemic-era pivots to behind-the-scenes moments with Sting, Jon Moxley, and Hikaru Shida, Keith shares how this one-of-a-kind coffee table book came together with unprecedented access and trust. Discover how AEW’s origin story defies myth, how Tony Khan’s vision took shape long before All In, and why this book is essential reading for fans now and 100 years from now. Plus, hear how Aubrey and Will contributed to the interviews that helped shape this historic project. 📚 This Book Is All Elite is available now for pre-order wherever books are sold!

QT Marshall wears A LOT of hats in AEW – mentor, wrestler, Vice President of Show and Creative Coordination – and he’s back to talk about all of it. From orchestrating the viral Full Gear match featuring Big AJ & Big Justice, to stepping away from AEW in 2023 and returning revitalized, QT pulls the curtain back on his real-life wrestling journey. He opens up about burnout, bodybuilding, and being the glue behind the scenes at AEW. Plus, hear the story behind the rise of Harley Cameron, how social media built a pay-per-view moment, and why QT’s still lacing up his boots every weekend.

Nick Wayne discusses his journey from signing with AEW at 16 to becoming the youngest participant in NJPW’s Best of the Super Juniors. He shares details about his AEW debut, working alongside Christian Cage and Mother Wayne in The Patriarchy, and turning on longtime mentor Darby Allin. Nick also reflects on honoring his father’s legacy and bleeding in the now-infamous vignette that aired ahead of his AEW debut. Plus, he talks about his current run as ROH World Television Champion and what it means to hold that title at just 19 years old.

Red Velvet is back on AEW Unrestricted with the gold in hand and plenty to say! The reigning ROH Women’s World Television Champion gets real about her road to the title – from grueling battles with Sandra Moone, Leila Grey, and Queen Aminata to that brutal Street Fight with Diamanté and her emotional win over Billie Starkz. She opens up about the injuries that nearly sidelined her for good, the comeback that redefined her, and why she’s more fired up than ever!

Josh Alexander is finally All Elite, and he’s bringing the headgear and the heat to AEW Unrestricted! The “Walking Weapon” talks about his surprise Wild Card debut against Hangman Adam Page, his chaotic 14-man tag match at Grand Slam Mexico, and how it differed from the first time he wrestled in Mexico! He explains why teaming up with Don Callis and joining his family is a great move for him at AEW, and what it meant to hear that AEW crowd pop for him. He also discusses working with Scott D’Amore, his deep connection to Canadian wrestling, and how a cauliflower ear led to his iconic headgear. Plus, Josh reveals why Chris Jericho, Kenny Omega, and Swerve Strickland are on the top of his AEW dream match list!

AEW referee Brandon Martinez shares his incredible journey from law enforcement to the AEW ring! He talks about the leap of faith that took him from the streets of Newark, New Jersey to training at WrestlePro, and how a last-minute opportunity with ROH changed ultimately changed his life. Brandon details his unforgettable main-card debut officiating Mercedes Moné vs. Stephanie Vaquer at Forbidden Door 2024, and the torn labrum he suffered later that year during Mansoor vs. Atlantis Jr at ROH Final Battle. He opens up about the physical and mental toll of the injury, his road back to AEW, and the emotional return at Double or Nothing 2025. Plus, Brandon shouts out the referees and wrestlers who’ve helped him grow, including FTR, Danny Garcia, and his mentor Aubrey Edwards.

Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington are breaking down one of the most stacked AEW cards in history as All In Texas storms Globe Life Field this Saturday, July 12th! They’re covering every match from the highly anticipated Kenny Omega vs. Kazuchika Okada Unified Championship showdown to the explosive Texas Death Match between current AEW World Champion Jon Moxley and Hangman Adam Page. Plus, they preview the Women’s and Men’s Casino Gauntlets, the fate-changing tag team triple threat between The Hurt Syndicate, The Patriarchy, and Jet Speed. They discuss the high-stakes bout between The Young Bucks and Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay with EVP titles and gold on the line!

It’s win or lose, we booze with The Frat House! Jacked Jameson and Cole Karter bring the party to AEW Unrestricted and share the story behind their tag team including tequila-fueled pledge parties, initiation rituals, and a merch game that’s popping off. They talk teaming with Griff Garrison and Preston Vance, facing Rhino in Detroit, and how comedy, charisma, and a lot of caffeine shaped Jameson’s evolution in AEW. Plus, find out why Dr. Luther, Billy Gunn, and QT Marshall are the ultimate blend of influences behind the Jacked persona.

He’s a WCW legend, a martial arts master, and now one of AEW’s most beloved coaches! Glacier (aka Ray Lloyd) joins to reflect on his iconic Mortal Kombat-inspired gimmick, the highs and lows of his WCW run, and what it was like debuting during the rise of the nWo. He also shares his excitement about Dustin Rhodes winning the TNT Championship at AEW All In Texas, emotional stories about his close friendship with the late, great Dusty Rhodes, the early days of the Nightmare Factory, and how his teaching background fuels his coaching style at AEW. He also reveals the passion and positivity that drives his work behind the scenes at AEW with talent like Anna Jay and Shane Taylor, how it’s been to build bond with the other coaches like Scotty 2 Hotty, Jerry Lynn and Luther, and the legacy Ray hopes to leave behind. Plus, he has stories about his acting career including his recent indie movie, The Unbreakable Bunch!

Melanie Coleman is the brilliantly talented AEW artist behind some of your favorite merch, prints, and promo pieces including the iconic “Last Supper” Don Callis Family artwork and that unforgettable Okada “BITCH” tee! Mel shares how she went from fan art to full-time contributor, what it was like being discovered during the pandemic, and how Don Callis, the AEW community, and a little unicorn magic forged her path straight to AEW. She opens up about her classical influences, her love of comic books and Saturday morning cartoons, and why wrestling and art were always meant to collide in her world. She shares stories behind her work with Bryan Danielson, Kris Statlander, Tay Melo, and Willow Nightingale. She speaks to her passion for spotlighting the women of AEW, and how the Heels community helped her find her tribe!

The Grizzled Young Vets, James Drake and Zack Gibson, are officially All Elite, and fresh off a plane from Europe (at the time of this recording)! The British tag team legends break down their explosive AEW debut against The Acclaimed, and share what it meant to perform at Wembley Stadium for All In alongside The Young Bucks and FTR. They talk about their chemistry as a duo, the origins of tagging together, their love for trios matches, and why they have Top Flight and Dustin Rhodes and Sammy Guevara in their sights. Plus, GYV reveal their goals in AEW, how they’ve evolved since their early days on the UK indies, and why they're ready to take over the AEW tag division.

AEW referee Rick Knox shares incredible stories from his 28-year journey in professional wrestling. He talks about his indie wrestling roots in SoCal and his long history with The Young Bucks, his legendary run in PWG, and his most memorable moments in AEW including Sting’s unforgettable retirement match and filming BTE skits! Rick also shares behind-the-scenes stories from Anarchy in the Arena, the reality behind being AEW’s “tag team specialist” referee, and how a surprise contract offer from The Bucks changed his life forever. Plus, Rick explains referee bumps in AEW, and reveals why persistence and kindness are the secret ingredients to longevity in pro wrestling.

AEW President, GM and Head of Creative, Tony Khan returns to preview Forbidden Door, taking place live at the O2 Arena in London this Sunday, August 24th! He’s breaking down the Lights Out Steel Cage Match featuring Golden Lovers (Kenny Omega and Kota Ibushi), Darby Allin, Hiroshi Tanahashi, and Will Ospreay vs. Death Riders (Claudio Castagnoli and Jon Moxley), The Young Bucks (Matt Jackson and Nick Jackson), and Gabe Kidd; current Unified Champion Okada defending against Swerve Strickland; The ROH Forever Women’s Champion challenging “Timeless” Toni Storm for the AEW Women’s World Championship; and Hiromu Takahashi answering TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher’s call for the best pound-for-pound New Japan has to offer! Plus, TK’s take on the AEW World Championship match between current champ “Hangman” Adam Page and MJF, and the highly-anticipated tag match between the reunited Adam Copeland and Christian Cage taking on The Matriarchy (Kip Sabian and Nick Wayne).

“Vanilla Baby” Blake Christian talks finding his lane in AEW, teaming with Lee Johnson as Swirl, seizing big TV reps vs Swerve Strickland & Will Ospreay and Paragon (Roderick Strong & Kyle O’Reilly), and using ROH as his proving ground. He breaks down the viral “Vanilla Baby” moment that caught Tony Khan’s attention, the GCW heat that sharpened his character, the nursing-school detour that ultimately landed him at AEW, and even the wild karaoke performance during All In weekend instigated by Speedball Mike Bailey! Plus, Blake shares what the Best of Super Juniors taught him about pace and presence, and the match that made him think, “I belong here.”

The “Toxic Spider” Thekla opens up about her journey from Vienna’s underground wrestling scene to five years in Japan with Ice Ribbon and Stardom, and how that shaped her in-ring style and character. She shares what it was like debuting in AEW this Spring, competing at Forbidden Door in London, and joining forces with Julia Hart and Skye Blue to form Triangle of Madness. Thekla also talks about designing her own gear, writing her entrance music, overcoming imposter syndrome, and why AEW has always been the dream!

The “Inevitable” Ace Austin talks about making his AEW debut against Ricochet on Collision, how a decade of grinding on the indies prepared him for the big stage, and why joining AEW was the perfect next chapter. He shares stories from his early days training with the Wild Samoans, the crazy times at Wrestling REVOLVER, and the global experiences in AAA and New Japan Pro Wrestling that shaped his style. Ace also opens up about joining Bullet Club, his longtime tag partner Chris Bey, and the moment he knew he was ready to bet on himself.

All Out is this Saturday, September 20th live from the Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington are breaking down the stacked card including the high-stakes AEW World Championship bout between Hangman Adam Page and Kyle Fletcher, the wild return of Eddie Kingston facing off against Big Bill, the dream team comeback of Adam Copeland & Christian Cage against FTR, Mercedes Mone defending the TBS Championship against Riho, and the hotly-anticipated showdown between Mark Briscoe and MJF. Plus, Kris Statlander stops by to talk about her journey back to the AEW Women’s World Championship picture, her four-way title shot against Toni Storm, Jamie Hayter, and Tekla, and why 2025 has become her “reformation year”!

Alex Windsor joins Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington to talk about her AEW debut at All In, opening AEW Dynamite against Mercedes Moné, and wrestling Toni Storm, Jamie Hayter, and Kris Statlander. She shares the pressure and excitement of competing at Forbidden Door in her home country, her early days in the UK wrestling scene, and what she’s learned from her time in Japan. Alex also discusses the role Will Ospreay has played in her career, her experiences with the all-women’s promotion EVE, and how she balances career, family and motherhood.

Mark Briscoe returns to AEW Unrestricted to tell the incredible story about his insane “Tables & Tacks” match with MJF a AEW All Out, the birth of The Conglomeration (and the two rules to join), and what it’s like balancing life as a proud dad of nine. Mark also shares stories from the Philly crowd at the iconic 2300 Arena, his ROH Championship run, and how he’s carving his path as a singles star in AEW. Plus, Mark opens up about the powerful new documentary Two In One: The Briscoe Story, reflecting on his brother Jay’s legacy, their lifelong bond, and how faith and family continue to guide him inside and outside the ring.

WrestleDream is this Saturday, October 18th live from the Chaifetz Arena in St. Louis, Missouri! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington break down the loaded lineup including the AEW World Championship bout between Hangman Adam Page and Samoa Joe, AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander going one-on-one with Timeless Toni Storm, Mark Briscoe challenging TNT Champion Kyle Fletcher, the “I Quit” match between Darby Allin and Jon Moxley, and Brodido (Bandido & Brody King) versus The Don Callis Family (Konosuke Takeshita & Kazuchika Okada) for the AEW World Tag Team Championship.

Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington relive all the chaos and emotion from AEW WrestleDream in St. Louis! Hear about Jamie Hayter’s breakout run, Darby Allin’s wild main event win over Jon Moxley, Sting’s surprise appearance and handoff of his signature bat, and what Okada & Takeshita’s tag team loss might mean for the Don Callis Family’s future. Ref Aubrey also shares her whirlwind trip from officiating in Mexico City to making it just in time for WrestleDream’s opening match, and Will breaks down AEW main event stats (who has the most appearances), shocking turns, and what’s next on the road to Full Gear.

Kyle O’Reilly is back on Unrestricted! He talks about the neck injury that nearly ended his career, the long road through surgery and rehab, and the emotional return at AEW Revolution 2024. Kyle explains what it meant to wrestle again for the first time in almost two years, and how fatherhood became the unexpected gift of his recovery. He also shares stories from life inside The Conglomeration with Orange Cassidy, Mark Briscoe, Willow Nightingale, Tomohiro Ishii and Hologram — including how that entrance comes together and how his grounded, technical style fits the chaos. Plus, Kyle talks about his recent rivalry with Kyle Fletcher, reuniting with Adam Cole and Roderick Strong in Paragon, and how he’s keeping the group strong while Adam recovers.

Will Washington and Ref Aubrey Edwards are breaking down one of the wildest Dynamite episodes of the year — Fright Night! From Hangman Adam Page’s perfect disguise as Tony Schiavone and the backstage chaos it caused, to the makeup, camera tricks, and live-show magic that made it work, they reveal how that unbelievable moment came together. Aubrey also relives taking a legit shot from Marina Shafir during Moxley vs. Kyle O’Reilly, and how that led straight into AEW’s next massive event — Blood & Guts. Hear how the women’s first-ever Blood & Guts match became a reality, what makes this year’s double-cage lineup so different, and why Greensboro’s legendary arena is the perfect home for AEW’s most violent night.

The party’s in full swing as The Frat House crashes AEW Unrestricted! Griff Garrison and Preston Vance bring the laughs, stories, and chaos as they reveal how their wild WrestleDream moment with Mercedes Moné came together, why Griff’s dance moves stole the show, and how a “shortage of extras” turned into one of the most talked-about entrances of the year. They break down their frat-boy chemistry, Vance’s transition from Dark Order and LFI to his most authentic persona yet, Griff’s reinvention since the Varsity Blonds, and the behind-the-scenes antics that made AEW’s karaoke nights and pledge parties legendary (and nearly banned). Plus, hear who loses their phone every week, which AEW stars could survive a night with The Frat House, which couldn’t, and why the motto—“If it isn’t fun, why the f*** are we doing it?”—is their guiding principle.

AEW Full Gear is this Saturday, November 22nd live from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington break down stacked card including the AEW World Championship Steel Cage bout between Hangman Adam Page and Samoa Joe, AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander going toe-to-toe with 13 Belts Mercedes Moné, FTR with Stokely Hathaway challenging Brodido for the World Tag Team titles, Current TNT Champ Kyle Fletcher looking to make AEW history by defending his title against Mark Briscoe and racking up his 8th successful title defense in the process, and the Casino Gauntlet match to determine the inaugural National Champion! Plus, Kevin Knight joins to share his strategy going into the Casino Gauntlet match, what it would mean to win, how this match will affect JetSpeed, his tag team with Speedball Mike Bailey, and why gold is always the goal!

Wrestling historian and bestselling author Keith Elliot Greenberg returns to unpack the biggest moments, matches, and behind-the-scenes stories from THIS BOOK IS ALL ELITE: The Inside Story of All Elite Wrestling. He breaks down how AEW built six years of groundbreaking history, shares the real stories behind stadium-shaking matches like Thunder Rosa vs. Britt Baker, Sting & Darby’s unreal run, Anarchy in the Arena, the first Stadium Stampede, and Hangman Adam Page’s evolution into a true AEW World Champion. Keith talks Excalibur’s rise as the voice of AEW, the Gunn brothers keeping Daily’s Place alive during the pandemic, the emotional backstage moments from Wembley, and the candid perspectives from AEW talent who helped define the company. If you want the untold stories, unseen photos, and definitive history of AEW’s first five years, this is the episode—and the book—that delivers it.

Mina Shirakawa talks about her whirlwind AEW journey – from her surprise debut saving Mariah May in borrowed gear to adjusting from Japan’s quiet, focused crowds to America’s loud, expressive audiences. She shares the chaos of finding out about major matches with Mercedes Moné and Toni Storm hours before showtime, how her rivalry with Toni transformed into the “Timeless Love Bombs,” and what winning the ROH Women’s World TV Title meant to her. Mina also opens up about moving to the States, rescuing her Orlando street cat, and her biggest dream in AEW: becoming champion on a major stage with her parents watching for the first time.

Stori Denali is the newest member of the Premier Athletes, and talks about her fast rise from collegiate volleyball standout at Ohio State to AEW and Ring of Honor TV! Stori shares how a lifetime of athletics, multiple serious injuries, and a “personality hire” mentality shaped her confidence, mindset, and in-ring style. She details the moment she realized wrestling was for her, what it was like to start training on the indies after utilizing Division I facilities, and how she pushed through imposter syndrome and setbacks to keep her dream alive. She recounts the unbelievable AEW moment when Tony Khan unexpectedly told her she booked a match, how her Ring of Honor debut unfolded, and the surreal path that led her to joining Ari Daivari, Tony Nese, and Mark Sterling as part of the Premier Athletes. Plus, dog cameos, DM-ing her way into opportunities, and the real story behind “six-three on a bad day.”

The endlessly unpredictable (and unemployed) RJ City returns to talk hosting All Elite Comedy with Colt Cabana (Live in Chicago on 12/26/25), why the show thrives on performers you don’t think will necessarily work (Marina Shafir and Roderick Strong in Chicago), and how the AEW Match Game routinely descends into chaos. RJ breaks down the decision to end Hey! (EW) after 165 episodes, how it quietly became an AEW rite of passage, and why he knew it was time to stop before repeating himself. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about guests who thought they were getting a serious interview, unexpected moments that turned into wrestling memes, and why resistance often makes comedy even better. Plus, RJ opens up about the influence of Pee-wee Herman, his friendship with Paul Reubens, what full commitment to a character really costs, and how that philosophy shaped his career — with a wild David Arquette story, an AEW Family Feud memory, and plenty of laughs along the way.