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Wrestling Observer Live: WWE Mania press event, Roman vs. Cody, weekend preview

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez somewhere – surely in his feelings about not being available today, Filthy Tom Lawlor once again takes the hot tag and jumps in with Mike Sempervive to get you caught up on everything in the world of professional wrestling.

We talk about Tom going full Clark Kent and attending Thursday’s WWE press conference in Las Vegas in a journalistic capacity, where it was announced that Cody Rhodes would attempt to finish his story against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania.

Plus, a preview of this weekend’s WWE & AEW television, Jersey Championship Wrestling’s stacked Jersey J-Cup, the end of Kazuchika Okada and Will Ospreay as New Japan contracted regulars, and so much more.

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Wrestling Observer Live: Vince McMahon under federal investigation

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez out doing Bossman things, Filthy Tom Lawlor takes the hot tag and jumps in with Mike Sempervive to get you caught up on everything taking place around the world of professional wrestling.

The latest on the sordid Vince McMahon story, including today’s report by The Wall Street Journal revealing McMahon is under federal investigation for alleged sexual assault and trafficking allegations, Vice reporting McMahon signed the NDAs on the company’s behalf without informing them, Brock Lesnar being pulled from the WWE’s 2K games, and more.

Plus, we talk to Filthy’s opponent for tomorrow’s MLW show in Philadelphia – MATTHEW JUSTICE – about his career, the Second Gear Crew, throwing around Matthew Bishop, and more.

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Wrestling Observer Live: The latest on Vince McMahon, Royal Rumble, more

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez roaming the Earth like Kane in Kung Fu, and Filthy Tom Lawlor trying to ingratiate himself to Antonio Pierce for free Raiders tickets, Mike Sempervive returns solo to get you caught up on everything taking place in the world of professional wrestling.

The latest on allegations against Vince McMahon. A preview of Saturday’s Royal Rumble, as well as all of the television for both WWE and AEW – tonight’s SmackDown on Fox, Rampage on TNT and tomorrow’s Collision on TNT. Plus, thoughts on Hangman Page, news on TNA, Mustafa Ali, GCW and more.

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Wrestling Observer Live: Okada leaving New Japan, WWE SmackDown preview, more

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez back on his Friday thing, Mike Sempervive returns to get you caught up on everything taking place in the world of professional wrestling.

And by “everything,” we mean Kazuchika Okada and his announced upcoming departure from New Japan Pro Wrestling. Why he’s leaving, where he may end up, is there anything that Japanese companies can do to stop talent from leaving, and much more. Plus, what’s been announced for tonight’s WWE SmackDown on Fox.

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Wrestling Observer Live: SmackDown, AEW, GCW, NJPW Battle in the Valley, more

Posted on by Jim Valley

It’s another packed weekend of wrestling with two stacked PPVs:  New Japan Battle in the Valley and TNA Hard to Kill. Plus, AEW Collision and Battle of the Belts on free TV. 

We’ll run down the build to the Royal Rumble on WWE Friday Night SmackDown, some surprises at GCW No Compadre, and AEW Rampage: Homecoming.

A rundown of all the shows from Friday and preview the big cards on Saturday. Another packed show. Check it out.

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Wrestling Observer Live: Huge weekend preview, JR’s AEW status, Blk Jeez, more

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez back on his Friday thing, and Filthy Tom Lawlor already working overtime this week, Mike Sempervive returns solo to get you caught up on everything taking place in the world of professional wrestling.

And there’s a ton of it: WWE SmackDown, AEW Rampage, Collision, and Battle of the Belts IX. New Japan returns to San Jose, Impact returns to Total Nonstop Action, Game Changer Wrestling, and more.

Plus, news on Blk Jeez escaping a carjacking attempt with a gunshot to the hip, Jim Ross’ contract status; hopes for Sting’s last match, and so much more.

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Figure Four Online top 50 podcast moments of 2023, pt. 3

Posted on by F4W Staff

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The final installment in the three-part Wrestling Observer/Figure Four Online top 50 podcast moments from 2023 series has arrived thanks to subscriber Philippe Perez.

Hear the best clips from the past year’s Wrestling Observer Radio, Wrestling Observer Live, Bryan & Vinny and the Fight Game Podcast.

These are all available on our Free Show RSS feed in addition to F4W Classics. Part one can be found here with part two here.

Here’s what on tap for this episode with date and show listed:

  • Granny’s Memoirs: Bryan & Vinny from August 2nd, 9th, 16th and 23rd
  • Vinny’s Cameo on Bryan & TNA Announcement: Bryan & Vinny from May 16th
  • Hey, Bryan, How Many Companies Have You Bankrupted Lately?: WOR from January 16th
  • More Bang Bros (Heh Heh Heh Heh): Bryan & Vinny from March 1st
  • Dave Needs His Notes/The Dog Does Ballet: WOR from May 30th
  • Skipping Dialysis For Hookers and Blow: WOR from December 20th
  • Knock Knock Jokes/Bryan’s Shirt/John From Memphis Speaks Wookiee/Granny’s Phone Call/Road Hogg: Bryan & Vinny from May 30th
  • A F*cking Article: Bryan & Vinny from February 12th
  • Jay White vs. Eddie Kingston (and It’s All Bryan’s Fault): WOL from February 16th
  • The Great Fowler Buys Jon Moxley Non-Alcoholic Beer: Fight Game from February 4th
  • Norm Door vs Barnes/Babe of the Year/Matt Row-dan’s Predictions: Bryan & Vinny from May 23rd
  • “…And He Beat Him…”: WOL from April 4th
  • His Name is Shawn Garrett/Emmy Awards Song Contest: Bryan & Vinny on May 2nd
  • Bryan and Mike Don’t Know About the Royal Rumble: WOL from January 26th
  • Fallon Henley Is a Horrible, Stupid, Horrible Person/I HATE HER: Bryan & Vinny from January 26th and November 23rd
  • Madusa Thinks Dave Is Hot: WOR from March 10th
  • Worst Valentine Stories/Sweet Caroline and Bras & Panties: Bryan & Vinny from February 14th

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Wrestling Observer Live: SmackDown, Collision, Battle in the Valley, Cody, Rock, more

Posted on by Jim Valley

It’s Wrestling Observer Live Saturday with Jim Valley.

Don’t worry about The Rock coming back and possibly working WrestleMania. Cody Rhodes will be fine. Friday Night SmackDown and The Bloodline interfering – a tale as old as time. This has gone one for years and not one babyface was prepared for an attack?

Plus, Wrestle Kingdom 18 thoughts, AEW Collision preview, the New Japan Battle in the Valley card, Royal Rumble, Will Ospreay thoughts, and much more.

It’s WOL Saturday’s first show of the year. Check it out.

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Figure Four Online top 50 podcast moments of 2023, pt. 1

Posted on by F4W Staff

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The first installment in the three-part Wrestling Observer/Figure Four Online top 50 podcast moments from 2023 series has arrived thanks to subscriber Philippe Perez.

Hear some of the best clips from the past year’s Wrestling Observer Radio, Wrestling Observer Live, Bryan & Vinny, Filthy Four Daily and our other shows. This even has a few clips from late-December 2022 shows that didn’t make the cut last year.

This is available on our Free Show RSS feed in addition to F4W Classics. 

Here’s what on tap for this episode with date and show:

  • A Wiener Between Two Buns: Bryan & Vinny, January 25th
  • ‘Tis the Day Before Christmas: Wrestling Observer Live, December 24th
  • The V Era/Swampman: Bryan & Vinny, December 24th
  • Jerry Jarrett’s Dinner Table: Wrestling Observer Radio, March 2nd
  • Vince is Back (Granny Cardio Kickboxing/Sewing Class): Wrestling Observer Live, January 6th
  • The Secret World Of Tiny Phones That Go Inside Your Butt: Bryan & Vinny, August 6th
  • This Is a Rock Station!: Wrestling Observer Live, January 12th
  • Vince McMahon’s Mustache: Wrestling Observer Live/Bryan & Vinny, March 7th
  • Ray Roy is Erect: Bryan & Vinny, May 2nd
  • Iron Mike Sharpe: Bryan & Vinny, February 14th
  • Bryan Waxes on Super Porky: Bryan & Vinny, May 14th
  • Bryan & Mike Shoot On Twitter: Wrestling Observer Live, January 5th
  • Bryan Gets his YouTube Plaque/Oreo the Orca Dance Party: Wrestling Observer Live/Filthy Four Daily, May 1st
  • CM Punk Cut a Promo on Bryan on Instagram: Wrestling Observer Live, May 18th
  • Lyra Valkyria and Big Ass Willie: Bryan & Vinny, January 19th
  • A ‘Tony Khan-Style’ F-bomb: Wrestling Observer Live, July 24th
  • Granny Buries Dave/The Dupp Cupp: Bryan & Vinny, August 9th

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Wrestling Observer Live: Remembering Killer Khan

Posted on by Jim Valley

Wrestling Observer Live Saturday with Jim Valley is back for the final weekend of 2023.

Sad news. Pro wrestling legend Masashi Ozawa, better known to fans as Killer Khan has passed away. We remember his career including New Japan, All Japan, Mid-South, World Class, and the time he broke the ankle of Andre the Giant. We’ll also play the audio of Killer Khan singing in the New Year in his restaurant in 2020. 

Plus, AEW Worlds End, Rampage, WOL Saturday Year in Review, and much more. Check it out.

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Wrestling Observer Live: AEW Dynamite report, Josh Bishop talks MLW & teaming with Filthy

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez on the lam today, Filthy Tom Lawlor joins Mike Sempervive to get you caught up on everything taking place in the world of professional wrestling.

Actually, that’s not really true. We get you caught up on what happened during last night’s AEW Dynamite. But then it’s time for some REAL MAN TALK as Josh Bishop joins the show to talk about he and Filthy’s World Tag Team title match coming up at MLW Kings of Colosseum, shoot suplexes on the bathroom floor, preeminent leg vascularity, and so much more.

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Wrestling Observer Live: ‘Iron Claw’ thoughts, SmackDown, President Tana, much more

Posted on by Jim Valley

Wrestling Observer Live Saturday with Jim Valley is back on Christmas Eve Eve.

Hope you are in the holiday spirit and spending it with your loved ones. It’s a special holiday edition of WOL Saturday. SmackDown was taped last week. We’ll talk about the results that are newsworthy including the apparent return of The Authors of Pain, WWE New Year’s Knockout Week, and more. AEW Collision, New Japan President Tanahashi, and my thoughts on “The Iron Claw” movie and what might have made it better.

All that and some holiday presents and surprises. A fun show. I hope you enjoy it. Check it out.

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Wrestling Observer Live: AEW Dynamite, WBD-Paramount talks, weekend preview, more

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan still away, and Filthy on the hunt for the Slim Jim FAST MEAT car, Mike Sempervive rides solo to take a look at everything going on in the world of professional wrestling.

We’ll take a look ahead and see what’s been announced for WWE SmackDown, AEW Rampage, and AEW Collision. Matt Riddle being back in MLW, Mustafa Ali announcing his first bookings since being released by WWE, the looming threat of a WBD-Paramount merger, plus the WORLD FAMOUS AEW DYNAMITE REPORT, and more!

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Wrestling Observer Live: The world famous NXT report, AEW Dynamite, injuries, more

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez not out buying us Mauna Loa macadamia nut gift baskets or Kona coffee, Filthy Tom Lawlor once again steps up to join Mike Sempervive in taking a look at everything going on in the world of professional wrestling.

We run down the list of the walking-wounded when it comes to professional wrestling, we go on the hunt for the missing Slim Jim’s SPEED MEAT car, talk tonight’s AEW Dynamite, LA Knight receiving the key to his hometown, Charlotte Flair re-signing with WWE, plus THE WORLD FAMOUS NXT REVIEW, and more!

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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Wrestling Observer Live: The world famous Raw report, Okada’s future, more

Posted on by Mike Sempervive

With Bryan Alvarez on the hunt for grains of Hawaiian green sand, Filthy Tom Lawlor once again steps up to join Mike Sempervive in taking a look at everything going on in the world of professional wrestling.

Rumblings of Kazuchika Okada having new representation and what that could mean for his future, New Japan’s Battle in the Valley show, Rey & Dominik Mysterio re-sign with WWE, a look at tonight’s NXT. Plus, THE WORLD FAMOUS MONDAY NIGHT RAW review, and more.

A fun show as always, so check it out~!

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