Wrestlenomics
Wrestlenomics
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Wrestlenomics covers the business of pro wrestling, including finances, ratings, and industry trends. Pollock & Thurston is a weekly podcast hosted by John Pollock of POST Wrestling and Brandon Thurston of Wrestlenomics. They are often joined by relevant guests to discuss the latest news and analysis.
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Our Interview with Janel Grant | Ari Emanuel’s Book | WWE on Rumble | Pollock & Thurston 25.09.2026 1j 37minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss their interview with Janel Grant released earlier this week, Paramount settles antitrust suit, Tony Khan’s All Out Media Call, WWE inks deal with Rumble, and Ari Emanuel covers Vince McMahon’s exit in his memoir. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m41GbevkA1ETopics this week include:Our interview with Janel Grant Paramount settlement is reached in antitrust suit AEW All Out media call with Tony KhanAri Emanuel recounts Vince McMahon’s exit from TKO in memoirWWE Main Event on RumbleWWE Raw’s Netflix numbers for 9/14 in Mexico CityESPN gets involved in WWE streaming suitThurston seeking records from LVCVA for WrestleMania 41Ryan Nemeth v. AEW update, language in AEW contractsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
In Her Own Words: An Exclusive interview with Janel Grant | Pollock & Thurston 23.09.2026 1j 15minNote: This contains references to suicidal ideation and to alleged sexual abuse, including of a minor, which may disturb some listeners. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis, you can find confidential support services in your country through findahelpline.com.John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Janel Grant for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview about her life and her reaction to becoming a key figure at the center of the scandal around Vince McMahon in 2022 and beyond.She alleged in harrowing detail in her lawsuit that McMahon sexually abused her, which he denies. But what can hardly be disputed is that she abruptly went from having a private life to becoming a key figure in a high-stakes corporate scandal that made headlines worldwide. And it’s clear that’s a significant part of what occupies the former WWE employee today.Video version: https://youtu.be/Ya-8KM10TnoRead our written version of this interview: https://www.postwrestling.com/2026/09/22/in-her-own-words-an-exclusive-interview-with-janel-grant/Music courtesy: “Sunn Forest” by ELPHNTPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
CMLL & AAA’s Big Week | Saudi Arabia Travel | Drug Testing | Pollock & Thurston 18.09.2026 1j 22minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston welcome The Cubs Fan from Luchablog to speak about the biggest week of the year for AAA & CMLL following TripleMania 34, WWE’s recent shows, and this weekend’s Aniversario card.We also dive into the news of a travel warning in Saudi Arabia with WWE scheduled to host Crown Jewel in November, the broadcast situation involving Worlds Collide, Janel Grant speaks at a Connecticut event, and Ari Emanuel is about to release a book.Topics this week include:Travel advisory issued for Saudi Arabia, WWE Crown Jewel in NovemberAEW All Out is sold out What is going on with WWE Worlds Collide? Janel Grant receives Advocacy in Action Award, posts speech MLW gets new deal with Tubi, moves to Thursdays WWE Raw’s ranking for the Sept. 7 episode on Netflix WWE programming in Japan moving to Netflix on Oct. 1 AEW programming moving to Hulu Japan in November Ari Emanuel’s upcoming book releaseTRT, Peptides and PEDsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
In Memory of Andy “The Butcher” Williams | Pollock & Thurston 11.09.2026 1j 20minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston reflect on the life and career of Andy Williams, a.k.a. ‘The Butcher’, who tragically passed last weekend. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/cvbLlvMK4TwThurston shares his memories of working with Williams and transitioning to pro wrestling after a successful musical career. From there, we welcome Damian Abraham from the band Fucked Up to discuss Williams’ legacy as a member of Everytime I Die and Atomic Rule.Topics this week include:The passing of Andy Williams, a.k.a. The Butcher Details on what happened at the venue from the police report Nick Khan’s interview on The Varsity with John Ourand Netflix’s Gabe Spitzer on The Sports Media podcast WWE Raw fails to rank in any regions on Netflix & moreVince McMahon subpoenaed in Endeavor take-private lawsuitMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
AEW All In London Data & Analysis | Pollock & Thurston 04.09.2026 1j 8minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston review the available data for AEW All In London, assess how it performed, and where it ranks among the company’s largest events.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/mOomyVJ3d_ETopics this week include:AEW All In London turnstile count, gate estimate, and other business notesKofi & Austin Creed address WWE pay cut offer How did NXT Heatwave perform? WWE vs. AEW in Chicago on Sept. 26 and current ticket figures Legal updates in merger lawsuit and Ryan Nemeth’s case with AEWAEW TV deal in the Middle East & North Africa TKO Declares Third Quarter 2026 Dividend Speedball Mike Bailey on data analysis of pro wrestlers Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
AEW All In London | ESPN-WWE report | WWE Merger Settlement | Pollock & Thurston 26.08.2026 1j 12minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston look at the latest figures for AEW All In London, WWE merger lawsuit update, and ESPN’s denial of a report that it won’t renew WWE once its deal expires. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/H3njxz5jjzsTopics this week include:WWE merger lawsuit updateAEW All In London this weekend How this weekend’s attendance compares to biggest non-WWE shows Will Ospreay aiming for 50,000 tickets ESPN denies report it won’t be renewing WWE dealESPN Unlimited raising its prices Rob Bonta calls off settlement talks with Paramount Linda McMahon’s comments about sexual abuse in schoolsNFL complains about changes to Nielsen Palmer v. Nunez updateMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
WrestleMania 42 Attendance | Missy Hyatt | All In hits 40,000 | Pollock & Thurston 21.08.2026 1j 19minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston chat about the WrestleMania 42 attendance, Missy Hyatt repeats an allegation about Vince McMahon, and All In hits 40k. Video version: https://www.youtube.com/live/PzjDjvcp-L4Topics this week include:Janel Grant describes a recent hospital stay Missy Hyatt repeats allegation against Vince McMahon on Dark Side WrestleMania 42 attendance from Las Vegas Stadium Authority G1 Climax wraps, final attendance stats with comparisons to past yearsAEW All In London approaching 40,000 tickets out Gregory Fenelon acquires 9.4 million shares of TKO stock Nick Khan’s stock salesPeacock raises its prices Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
WWE merger settlement figure | G1 Attendance | Avery Styles | Pollock & Thurston 14.08.2026 57minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the final settlement figure in the merger suit, WWE’s redacted filing, All In tickets, and etiquette for Indies. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn1w63oeBnoTopics this week include:Full merger settlement figure revealed for WWE & Vince McMahonWWE files Netflix contract… sort ofG1 Climax wraps up this weekend - how did it perform? AEW All In London ticket update with two weeks to go CM Punk confirmed for Worlds Collide head-to-head in Chicago, advertised for 22 datesTV ratings update from STV last nightEtiquette for setting up chairs at Indie shows Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
TKO Q2 Earnings | SummerSlam | WWE merger settlement | Pollock & Thurston 07.08.2026 1j 19minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover TKO’s second-quarter earnings report, Mark Shapiro’s comments about SummerSlam, WWE’s portion of the merger settlement, and more.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/9-mWpJSieR8Topics this week include:Minor update in WWE merger settlementTKO’s second-quarter earnings reportWWE’s portion of merger lawsuit settlement WWE Royal Rumble in Arizona as part of multi-event dealDavid Ellison defends Paramount-WBD merger, trial date setProgramming Insider no longer receiving data WWE SVP Patrick Dooley leaves company WWE market-to-market comparison from July AEW market-to-market comparisons from JulyTNA announces partnership with DUDE WipesMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
Ari Backs Paramount-WBD Merger | Grant Case Closed | SummerSlam | Pollock & Thurston 31.07.2026 1j 20minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through the latest headaches for Paramount and Ari Emanuel’s op-ed, Janel Grant’s case is officially closed, and WWE stages SummerSlam in Minneapolis.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/live/aZyDSHwbxK8Topics this week include:Janel Grant’s case officially closed, moves to arbitrationWWE SummerSlam this weekend in Minneapolis YouTube TV to offer ESPN Unlimited TripleMania moves to MGM Grand Garden ArenaMyAEW adds six more promotionsWWE Radio launches (no AEW talk, Thunder Rosa leaves)Paul Levesque on Busted Open Radio Ari Emanuel’s op-ed regarding Paramount-WBDPlaintiffs file letter to court in WWE merger caseWWE & Thurston file letter re: public access questionMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
WWE Radio on SiriusXM | Netflix Viewership | ESPN cuts | Pollock & Thurston 24.07.2026 1j 20minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover Janel Grant’s move toward arbitration, WWE’s viewership on Netflix, and WWE Radio launching on SiriusXM.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nClugYUhJ5sTopics this week include:Janel Grant, WWE & McMahon heading to arbitrationWWE viewership on Netflix over the first six months of 2026WWE adds ‘Mania 43 Watch Parties, live events for NYCAndreas Hale among cuts at ESPNWWE Radio on SiriusXM Paramount - WBD merger is temporarily pausedUpdate on Thurston’s Third Notice of ChallengeAEW Redemption media call with Tony KhanWWE SummerSlam & AEW All In London ticket updates Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
UFC Sets Record Gate Without A Leg To Stand On | Pollock & Thurston 17.07.2026 1j 32minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover TNA’s chaotic history and the Dark Side series, Thurston’s latest challenge, and WWE goes head-to-head with AEW in Chicago.Topics this week include:The Chaotic History of TNA WrestlingBrandon Thurston’s new challenges in the merger lawsuit WWE to run head-to-head in Chicago against AEW All Out AEW sues Queen of the Ring production companyWWE announces Survivor Series in Houston, November 28UFC Sets Record Gate Without A Leg To Stand On$26.4 millionTHR EXCLUSIVE: WWE Gets Into Microdramas With ReelShort Collaborationhttps://corporate.wwe.com/about/news/2026/07-14-2026Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
AEW Contract Challenge, NJPW G1 Kickoff, Conor McGregor | Pollock & Thurston 10.07.2026 1jJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover Thurston’s challenge to unseal AEW contracts, Conor McGregor’s return at UFC 329, and NJPW's kickoff of the G1 Climax in the U.S. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6yrC5k0-exsTopics this week include:Judge rules AEW can file redacted version of contractsAEW announces All Out at the NOW ArenaG1 Climax begins this Saturday in IllinoisWWE & AEW hold sales for SummerSlam & All In LondonConor McGregor returns at UFC 329 this weekendListener questionsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
Audio Released: Ari Emanuel Promised to Help Vince McMahon's Legal Issues | Pollock & Thurston 03.07.2026 1j 17minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston play the audio of voice messages from Vince McMahon and Ari Emanuel concerning the WWE transaction process and Stephanie McMahon’s role in the story. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/NvzxZeXK1sgPlus: NXT’s viewership for the Great American Bash on CW, WWE counters AEW All In with an NXT & AAA doubleheader in August & more. Topics this week include:Audio released of Ari Emanuel’s 2022 offer of legal help to Vince McMahonJanel Grant’s latest post about WWE’s investigation in 2022NXT Great American Bash viewership on CWNXT & AAA running a doubleheader against All In LondonBrett Lauderdale on sticking with Triller, per FightfulJohn Cena daring to leverage his IP years ago Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
WWE, AEW, NXT & TNA Major Shows | Would Tony Khan Buy TNA? | Pollock & Thurston 26.06.2026 1j 26minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss four major shows coming up this weekend, WWE’s return to Saudi Arabia, and Tony Khan is asked about his interest in purchasing TNA.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/H3IM-02-BwoTopics this week include:Major weekend of shows from WWE, AEW, TNA & NXT WWE’s latest trip to Saudi Arabia: What do these shows mean now?Tony Khan’s Forbidden Door media call: Would Tony buy TNA? Will MyAEW partner indies be a part of a PPV week of events?Paul Levesque’s interview with Stephen A. SmithPaul Heyman comments on the creative process and his roleTV ratings & attendance trends for WWE & AEW This week’s lesson on what “off the record” means Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
UFC Freedom 250 | TNA Shakeup | George Barrios | Pollock & Thurston 19.06.2026 1j 25minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the UFC Freedom 250 event and all the coverage surrounding the show at the White House. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I7RG6q_qq0wPlus: TNA undergoes a major shakeup, Janel Grant posts about the WSJ reporting from 2022, John Pollock interviews former WWE co-president George Barrios, an update on the Liv Morgan stalker case & more. Topics this week include:UFC Freedom 250 TNA announces “workforce reduction”, Tommy Dreamer out Janel Grant’s latest posts about the WSJ reportsJohn Pollock’s interview with George BarriosReaction to the bookStalker in Liv Morgan case is found not guilty by reason of insanityMore independent groups join MyAEWU.S. Department of Justice approves Paramount merger with WBDMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
Janel Grant, Vince McMahon & WWE Move Toward Private Arbitration | Pollock & Thurston 12.06.2026 1j 14minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the move by Janel Grant, Vince McMahon & WWE to move their case toward private arbitration and what it means.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TqttCcluHwwPlus: Grant comments on the anonymous emails to the WWE board in 2022, depositions by key WWE execs, and WSJ’s reporting. The WWE shareholder settles before the trial & all the latest news. Topics this week include:Janel Grant, Vince McMahon & WWE jointly seek arbitration Grant posts about 2022 emails to the Board of DirectorsDepositions by Nick Khan, Frank Riddick & Michelle McKenna WWE shareholder lawsuit reaches a settlement agreement Lawsuit aims to stop UFC Freedom 250 at the White House AEW v. Ryan Nemeth Details on Bushiroad’s sale of New Japan Pro Wrestling Conor McGregor accused of using PEDs, per The New York Times Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
WWE Shareholders Head to Trial - Everything You Need to Know | Pollock & Thurston 05.06.2026 1j 34minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston present a primer and breakdown of the WWE shareholder lawsuit, which goes to trial next week in the Delaware Court of Chancery.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYxSRY_da5wPlus: NXT’s Great American Bash goes head-to-head with Forbidden Door, Nick Khan speaks at a SBJ conference, George Barrios has released a book, and there will be no more UFC pay-per-views in Canada next year. Topics this week include:Explaining the WWE shareholder trial, which begins MondayShareholders seeking nine figures in damages NXT Great American Bash airing head-to-head with AEW Forbidden DoorNick Khan’s SBJ-CAA interview George Barrios releases a new book, defends decision to go to Saudi Arabia UFC is moving its pay-per-view main cards to Paramount+ in Canada Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
Vince McMahon & Nick Khan face sanctions in shareholder lawsuit | Pollock & Thurston 29.05.2026 1j 32minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through Judge Travis Laster’s 41-page opinion with sanctions levied against Vince McMahon & Nick Khan in the WWE shareholders’ lawsuit. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yYO9ntJLCMPlus: Bushiroad sells its shares in New Japan Pro Wrestling, AEW Double or Nothing coverage, an update on Marcel Barthel’s legal case & more. Topics this week include:Vince McMahon & Nick Khan sanctioned in shareholders’ lawsuit McMahon and top executives at TKO to testify in the trialWitnesses set to testify in the trialBushiroad sells shares in NJPW to TV Asahi & CyberAgent AEW Double or Nothing post-show press conference notes Marcel Barthel set for pre-trial hearing in July MLW secures streaming deal in Veeps Dana White on the cover of TIME Magazine Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy -
Rousey vs. Carano on Netflix | Ring boy suit | AEW-Paramount | Pollock & Thurston 22.05.2026 1j 19minJohn Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the Rousey vs. Carano viewership stats, ring boys to remain anonymous in lawsuit, Tony Khan addresses WBD-Paramount stories, and Ludwig Kaiser is arrested for battery. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/live/LbRYwfWlwHETopics this week include:Judge rules to continue “John Doe” anonymity for ring boys in WWE lawsuit, deciding against McMahonsTony Khan dismisses speculation on AEW’s television future after prospective Paramount dealTKO’s Mark Shapiro calls Rousey vs. Carano “More of a stunt than a meaningful MMA event”Netflix touts success of Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, peaks at nearly 17 million global viewers over first 24 hoursEventsDC loses Motions to Dismiss in DC Superior Court to Bedrock and ThurstonVARIETY SCOOP: WWE Sets Documentary ‘Made in America’ as Part of America 250 on USA Network (EXCLUSIVE)Ludwig Kaiser arrested on battery charge, additional details come outAEW promotes ESPN feature on Darby Allin Andreas Hale comments on WWE credential situation (clip)Tony Khan’s Double or Nothing media call Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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