• Da Bomb – Friday Night SmackDown Recap & Review | Ep. 33
    Jun 25 2025
    Heel John Cena has fully arrived, ladies and gents. The fuse has been lit, and the countdown to Night of Champions is on fire as “The Greatest of All Time” goes head-to-head with “The Best in the World,” CM Punk.

    This past Friday, Cena took aim directly at Punk’s legacy, revisiting the iconic “Pipe Bomb” promo from June 27, 2011. But this wasn’t nostalgia—this was war. The WWE Universal Champion delivered a venom-laced promo that shattered the fourth wall, blurred reality, and torched kayfabe. Live on air, Cena cursed, name-dropped, and pulled no punches, signaling that this feud isn’t just personal—it’s historical.

    Elsewhere, the King and Queen of the Ring finals have half the participants. Randy Orton and Asuka were both victorious, having sweltering matches with Sami Zayn and Alexa Bliss respectively. We forecast who their opponents will be this week and who will ultimately take home the coveted crowns.

    Also—Jacob Fatu vs. Solo Sikoa is officially on the books. After weeks of tension and a staredown that shook the arena, the Samoan monsters finally made it official with an in-ring face-to-face that fans have been begging for.

    So much chaos, energy, and action to unpack—and we brought in a special guest: Gat$ to join us and dissect it all.
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    48 mins
  • Guess Who’s Back: The Monday Night Raw Recap and Review | Ep. 32
    Jun 18 2025
    Goldberg made a surprise appearance on Raw. He wants gold and revenge in his hometown of Atlanta, GA.

    As World Heavyweight Champion Gunther has kickstarted another potentially dominant reign, the question looms—should his first title defense be against a top contender from the active roster, or was it the right decision to book him against on the July Saturday’s Night Main Event from ATL against Goldberg in what could be the Hall of Famer’s final match?

    Our crew’s various opinions are split. Some believe a rising superstar or consistent main-eventer deserves the spotlight, a chance to test their mettle against a the Goliath Gunther. Others feel giving Goldberg a retirement match on prime time TV—especially for the title—would be the ultimate passing of the torch and a worthy sendoff to a legend.

    And that’s just one of many debates lighting up our group’s chat this weekend.
    With the King and Queen of the Ring semifinals set, tempers flared again over who should advance. • Sami Zayn vs. Randy Orton • Jey Uso vs. Cody Rhodes • Roxanne Perez vs. Jade Cargill • Asuka vs. Alexa Bliss

    The only thing we’re in full agreement on? Sending love and well wishes to Liv Morgan, who suffered a dislocated shoulder during a freak accident on Monday Night Raw. Speedy recovery, Liv—get well soon.
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    47 mins
  • Many Men: Friday Night SmackDown & AEW Dynamite Recap | Ep. 31
    Jun 15 2025
    every major name on the SmackDown roster had something to say to The Champ, with Cody Rhodes, Randy Orton, LA Knight, CM Punk, and Ron “The Truth” Killings all stepping to him. But it was Killings who made the loudest statement, ambushing Cena not once—but twice—throughout the night.

    Our crew dives into the big question: who should be the one to dethrone Cena? And is the looming Cena vs. Punk showdown at “Night Of Champions” starting to overshadow what’s becoming a hatred inflamed feud between Cena and Killings?

    We also breakdown why the Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa segment was an huge disappointment. In the wake of their months long teased falling out happened at Money In The Bank. We expected both superstar’s to face each in person at the very least.

    And the frustrations don’t stop there. Jey Uso’s short title reign remains a point of contention—especially since he hasn’t been granted the traditional champion’s rematch, something usually locked into WWE contracts. What gives?

    On the women’s side, we spotlight the big winners: Alexa Bliss and Jade Cargill, and what their victories mean moving forward.

    Over on AEW Dynamite, the action was nonstop. We break down why Will Ospreay vs. Swerve Strickland stole the week as the must-see match. Some of us are also ready to crown The Young Bucks the best tag team in all of pro wrestling—period. Meanwhile, Toni Storm and Mercedes Moné continue to build toward their collision with unmatched storytelling and precision.
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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • Blackout: A Crazy Week in WWE! “Money In The Bank,” “World’s Collide,” “Monday Night Raw” (June 9) Recaps and Reviews | Ep. 30
    Jun 12 2025
    Title changes, face turns, surprise returns, and long-awaited victories — WWE turned the wrestling world on Tilt this past week, delivering one of the most unpredictable stretches in recent memory. From emotional moments to jaw-dropping swerves, fans were left breathless as WWE kept the gas pedal floored.

    The biggest shocker came when Jey Uso dropped the World Heavyweight Championship to Gunther, ending his reign just as momentum seemed to be building. The Ring General capitalized on a Jey being involved in chaotic series of events, reestablishing himself as one of the company’s most dominant forces. But the aftermath of the match was just the beginning of an insane sequence of surprises.

    R-Truth’s storyline “release” turned into a full-circle return, but not in the way fans expected. Truth came back at Money In The Bank, channeling his TNA-era Ron “The Truth” Killings persona, gaining a measure of retribution on John Cena. 48 hours later on Monday Night Raw, he delivered a fiery promo and and even cut his signature dreds live on air in a symbolic rebirth. It was part redemption, part reinvention — and completely unforgettable.

    But WWE Creative wasn’t done in the kitchen cheffing up. In a massive character shift, Jacob Fatu officially turned face, costing Solo Sikoa the Men’s Money In The Bank briefcase and effectively cutting ties with the former Tribal Chief.

    Meanwhile, Seth Rollins’ faction kept their grip on power, ensuring the Visionary secured the Men’s Money In The Bank briefcase, setting him up to reclaim major Gold. Rollins’ loyal circle — still tight-knit and lethal — showed that unity is their most dangerous weapon.

    On the women’s side, Naomi finally had her moment, winning the Women’s Money In The Bank briefcase on her fifth attempt. It was a deeply emotional victory for one of WWE’s most enduring stars, signaling her reemergence as a major player in the women’s division.

    And of course, none of this escaped the microscope of The Rap On Wrestling Podcast, where our crew dissected every twist and turn. From debating the long-term impact of Jacob Fatu’s face turn, to analyzing whether Jey Uso’s title loss was premature, to celebrating Naomi’s long-overdue win — we’re covering it all, including “World’s Collide.”

    Did WWE make the right calls this week? We break it all down.
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Rising to the Top: Money in the Bank 2025 Previews & Predictions | EP. 29
    Jun 6 2025
    Money in the Bank always signals a major climate shift in WWE—and this year is no different. With a wide-open field in both the men’s and women’s ladder matches, several superstars are poised to rise to the occasion. Our crew breaks down the top contenders, reveals our picks, and makes bold predictions on when and how the briefcases will be cashed in.

    Plus, we’re split down the middle on the blockbuster tag team clash: John Cena & Logan Paul vs. Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso. What are the key factors that could swing the match? Tune in for our full breakdown.
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    58 mins
  • Somewhereinamerica: The “Monday Night Raw” (June 2, 2025) Recap & Review | Ep. 28
    Jun 4 2025
    El Grande Americano just beat not one, but two Hall of Famers—AJ Styles and CM Punk—to qualify for the Men’s Money in the Bank Ladder Match. But is the masked technician the right pick for the final spot? Our panel breaks it down.

    On the women’s side, Stephanie Vaquer secured her place at the big PLE. Some of our crew already have her as their favorite to win it all—hear why.

    Meanwhile, with Finn Bálor still wildin’ out, Liv Morgan about to crash out, and Carlito gone from WWE entirely, what’s next for The Judgment Day?

    And let’s not forget the hottest feud in the company right now: Jey Uso, Sami Zayn, and CM Punk locked in a war with Seth Rollins, Bronson Reed, and Bron Breakker. The Rap On Wrestling Podcast dives into who might get the decibel edge—and what it all means for the World Heavyweight Title picture.
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    56 mins
  • Nuthin But The Truth/ Friday Night SmackDown (5/30/25) Recap & Review | Ep. 27
    Jun 3 2025
    Just before we hit record on Sunday, the wrestling world was rocked—R-Truth announced via social media that he had been released from WWE after almost two 20 years. Like fans everywhere (and even some of his fellow WWE Superstars who posted loving messages on X and IG), the Rap on Wrestling crew was stunned.

    In this episode, we honor Truth’s incredible legacy, relive some of his funniest, most iconic WWE moments, and reflect on why he’s one of the most beloved and entertaining performers of all time. We also build with each other about his next moves.
    Elsewhere, we break down all the highlights from SmackDown, including more drama between U.S. Champion Jacob Fatu and Solo Sikoa, Andrade and Naomi qualifying for Money in the Bank, and a major confrontation between MITB tag teams John Cena & Logan Paul and their opponents Cody Rhodes & Jey Uso.
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • Shook Ones | NXT (May 27) & AEW Recap and Review | Ep. 26
    Jun 3 2025
    Oh, you thought the straps around the waists of two of your favorite champions were safe? Think again. Last Tuesday, Stephanie Vaquer and Ricky Saints both lost their championships in shocking fashion. The Rap on Wrestling crew breaks down the implications of these upsets and what they mean for the shifting landscape of NXT.

    Over on AEW Dynamite, the champions held strong post-Double or Nothing—but the threats are looming. John Moxley and Toni Storm in particular now face major challenges in the form of Hangman Adam Page and The CEO Mercedes Moné. We applaud the instant chemistry between Storm and Moné during their Dynamite in-ring confrontation and look ahead at what their feud might deliver.
    We also analyze the obstacles and allies Hangman could encounter on his path to Moxley—including whether longtime rival Swerve Strickland will be a help or hindrance. Plus, we dissect how MJF is fitting in with The Hurt Syndicate early on—and what it could mean for the faction long-term.
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    56 mins