The only way to make wrestling better is to combine it with boxing! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys watch the fallout from the King of the Ring and the start of the infamous Brawl For All! Sable taints the commentary table with her robotic delivery, Stone Cold Steve Austin gets a rematch with Kane, and Val Venis starts an angle with Yama…

Bonus matches on a Pay Per View, what could go wrong? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys view the 1998 King of the Ring, and one of the most talked about matches of all time: the Undertaker and Mankind in the Hell in a Cell match. D-Lo Brown debuts his chest protector in a Five Star Frog Splash, and Vader continues to take a dump on the che…

This one’s going to be a bloodbath! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys check out the go-home show leading into the 1998 King of the Ring Pay Per View. Jerry Lawler gets some Head from Al Snow, the Undertaker visits Paul Bearer’s living room, and reality finally sinks in on Dan Severn. Mankind gets brutal with Billy Gunn, Vader continues to …

Who’s looking forward to a tag team royal rumble match? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the bracket season is in full swing in the lead up to the King of the Ring. Dustin Runnels, Droz, Jeff Jarrett, and Chainz have mediocre matches, X-Pac is back in the ring, and Val Venis continues to titillate the fans. The Undertaker, Stone Cold Steve Austin,…

How many times has Scorpio been Jobber of the Week? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys are on the Road to SummerSlam by way of the King of the Ring, and it’s bracket season! Faarooq remains in an unpleasant position, Edge is starting to lose his mystique, and the Undertaker has evolved into Mr. Sweatpants. Droz is lost in the garbage, and t…

Get ready for a Chicago Street Flop! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys get into King of the Ring Bracket season, with Marc Mero, Mark Henry, “Double J” Jeff Jarrett, and Faarooq all in Qualifier Matches. Val Venis continues to satisfy, while LOD and the DOA continue to stink the place up. Vince McMahon continues to alienate his superstars,…

Who’s ready for some college football stats? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys check out an underrated Pay Per View, In Your House 22: Over the Edge. There’s a “bonus” Kai En Tai match, Sable gets swerved, and Vader gains self-awareness. Even though the Rock and Faarooq are underwhelming, DeGeneration-X and the Nation deliver an entertaini…

Seriously, more LOD2000 and DOA? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys check out the go-home show, leading in the Over the Edge Pay Per View. Some legendary matchups are touted in this episode, like The Rock versus Triple H and Stone Cold Steve Austin versus the Undertaker. Dan Severn gets technical with Owen Hart, and Thrasher of the Headbang…

He came, he saw, he came again! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys are in a two-man booth again as they examine another milestone in the Monday Night soap opera. Val Venis makes his in-ring debut, Dustin Runnels is a loser, and the DOA and LOD2000 continue to beat a dead horse. Owen Hart still has problems with D-Generation-X, and Kai En Ta…

Dust off the fat man’s shirt, Vader’s back! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys get treated to the new and improved Corporate Dude Love- he’s an educated man, and a surprisingly good dancer (for a big man). The Disciples of Apocalypse and Legion of Doom continue their snooze-fest of a feud, Kai En Tai make their in-ring debut, and Barry Wind…

Who wouldn’t want to slip the salami to Kane’s mother? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys take a look at another classic episode of Raw. Edge makes his on screen debut, and Sable has an 80’s training montage video. The DOA and LOD2000 take part in an 8-man tag team match, but the Undertaker saves the day by punching Commissioner Slaughter i…

It’s no surprise that Dude Love’s biggest weakness is the chicks! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys view the fallout of Unforgiven and Vince McMahon’s efforts to stymie Stone Cold Steve Austin. LOD2000 and the DOA are still treading water, and Club Kamikaze keeps climbing all over Bradshaw. Owen Hart joins the Nation, Val Venis continues t…

We've been promised nudity, and it's time to deliver! In this episode of Wrasslin' Raw, the boys dig into a “tweener" Pay Per View, Unforgiven. Chyna bends herself out of a cage, the Rock-N-Roll Express delivers a dud, and everyone gets cooked in the first-ever Inferno Match. LOD 2000 is the same old same old, and Jerry Lawler carries everyone thro…

It's a two-man booth yet again! In this episode of Wrasslin' Raw, the boys check out an action-packed episode of Monday Night Raw, with matches featuring the Lethal Weapon Steve Blackman, Dude Love and Dan “the Beast" Severn. D-Generation X jobs out Owen Hart once again, and the Midnight Express continues to stink the joint up. There's even a Long …

It’s a proven fact, Tennessee Lee is the single greatest promoter of all time! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys get carried away with the story of Stone Cold Steve Austin and Mr. McMahon fighting for the WWF Championship. The police show up in riot gear, while viewers get Luna clearly holding back, Shamrock vs. Severn eyeball-to-eyeball, …

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Is it possible to make fun of a guy’s voice in text? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys sit down to talk about a pretty unique episode of Monday Night Raw, with matches featuring the newly formed D-Generation X, the “Lethal Weapon” Steve Blackman, and Luna Vachon in the first ever Raw intergender match. Mr. McMahon attempts to introduce the…

Who’s ready for an ass-ripping good time? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys take in an iconic episode of Monday Night Raw, the first of the Austin Era. Mr. McMahon gets another Stunner and calls the cops on Stone Cold Steve Austin. Val Venis and Dan “the Beast” Severn both debut, while X-Pac returns and the New Age Outlaws join D-Generatio…

Anything can happen on Wrasslin’ Raw, even historical retrospectives! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys take a look back at the buildup, stories, and superstars that led to one of the most influential moments in pro-wrestling history, WrestleMania 14! This event helped to solidify the Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, Kane, and “Mr.” McMahon …

It’s the most magical time of the year- WRESTLEMANIA! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys view one of the greatest WrestleManias of all time. An amazing build up has led to an amazing Pay Per View, with matches featuring The Rock, the Undertaker, Kane, and Stone Cold Steve Austin. Cactus Jack and Chainsaw Charlie battle the New Age Outlaws f…

Do you think Mike Tyson crotch-chops in his dreams? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys take a look at the go-home episode of Monday Night Raw, leading into WrestleMania 14. Matches including Bradshaw, Barry Windham, the New Midnight Express, and the D.O.A. fail to impress, while Stone Cold Steve Austin and the Rock headline the episode with…

Who wants to see a gorilla get sent straight to hell? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys continue the road to WrestleMania; The New Age Outlaws’ feud with Cactus Jack and Chainsaw Charlie continues to stagnate, Sable and Luna have a very unsatisfying “confrontation,” and the New Midnight Express makes their Raw debut. Owen Hart gets buried …

Who keeps inviting Jerry’s Kid? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys continue to get great updates on the road to WrestleMania, as well as speculate on how many respected wrestlers it takes to prop up the Sable angle. Stone Cold Steve Austin runs the gamut of WWF officials, Mike Tyson gives Jim Ross a great interview, and Owen Hart defends hi…

Gennifer Flowers? Are you kidding me? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys get a huge step on the road to WrestleMania, with segments highlighting some of the greatest stories ever told. Mike Tyson swerves everyone with D Generation-X, the Undertaker returns in a cinematic lightning bolt, and Barry Windham continues to leave his assless chaps…

Who asked for the Truth Commission and the Disciples of Apocalypse in a six man tag match?!? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys sit down to talk about matches featuring Bradshaw, Goldust, and Ken Shamrock. Jeff Jarrett decides to part ways with Jim Cornette, the Lethal Weapon Steve Blackman takes on The Rock, and the Legion of Doom has yet …

Everyone loves it when “Bad Street U.S.A.” becomes a “Highway to Hell!” In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys take a look at the fallout from No Way Out of Texas. Ken Shamrock, Steve Blackman, and Jeff Jarrett all look good in their matches, Chyna finally gets her own video package, and Steve Austin delivers a masterclass in wrestling promos. …

How many times can Vader be killed, and who is the real supernatural entity here? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys examine this “tweener” Pay Per View on the road to WrestleMania. Matches featuring Ken Shamrock, The Rock, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and Cactus Jack give a respectable showing, while the NWA angle, Jerry’s Kid, and Quebec vs. …

It’s time to address the age old question: what’s better, two wrestlers in the ring or two implants outside of it? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys review the go-home show leading into the No Way Out of Texas Pay Per View. Steve Austin and Shawn Michaels continue to fire shots at each other, and Ken Shamrock looks good getting blasted in …

This isn’t cool- this isn’t hip! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys tune in to a classic episode, with a lengthy story involving Cactus Jack, Chainsaw Charlie, and the New Age Outlaws. “Merolyndust” does a great job of being bizarre, the NWA does a great job of being terrible, and the Kurgan does a great job of dragging a jobber by his fore…

THEY RUINED IT! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys get the fallout from the shove heard ‘round the world, and a pretty filler-heavy episode of Monday Night Raw. Ken Shamrock continues to get lumped in with the lump-heavy Ahmed Johnson, and now the Disciples of Apocalypse join the mix. The NWA angle gets more bloated, while Shawn Michaels co…

Who wants some more gang warfare? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys get subjected to more of the Disciples of Apocalypse and Los Boricuas than they probably deserve. Barry Windham makes a shocking turn in favor of the NWA, the Quebecers take on Cactus Jack and Chainsaw Charlie, and the New Age Outlaws are in action with the Godwinns. Sable…

It took eleven seasons, but we’re finally mature! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys check out the 1998 Royal Rumble, the first of the Big Four of 1998. The minis get an automatic dud, Luna rode the Mastodon up the three stars, and Shane McMahon debuts on our screens. Dave Meltzer’s star ratings fall apart, despite all three faces of Foley …

It’s a two-man booth tonight! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys watch the fifth anniversary episode of Monday Night Raw in the lead-up to the Royal Rumble Pay Per View. A Jobber of the Week double-header props up a match with the Kurgan and Jackyl, a four-man tag team match tries to prop up the limping tag team division, and Taka Michinoku…

What’s the best way to kick off 1998? By bringing back the NWA Championship! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys start off 1998 with a bang. Ken Shamrock and Faarooq keep up the story, while the Disciples of Apocalypse and the Truth Commission fail miserably. Tom Brandi shows up again to defend Sable from Marc Mero, while The Artist Formerly…

It’s an annual awards show extravaganza! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys sit down to talk about the highlights of the World Wrestling Federation in 1997, and give the much-coveted Match of the Year and Jobber of the Year Awards out to some very deserving nominees. The Highlights and Lowlights of the year are discussed, as well as what th…

Stone Cold Steve Austin throws Goldust into the Crapper 3:16. Shawn Michaels and Triple H welcome the two newest “members” of DX. Owen Hart gets humiliated, and Chainsaw Charlie cuts his way out of the mystery box! We also learn that Mike Tyson will be at WrestleMania!Af Wrasslin' Raw

It’s a cavalcade of jobbers all throughout the bowels of the building! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys bear witness to a great episode full of attitude. Sergeant Slaughter continues to be emasculated, Sable strips out of a reindeer costume, and Stone Cold accosts Santa Claus. The Rock, Undertaker, Ken Shamrock, and D-Lo Brown all have gr…

Wait, isn’t that Sal Sincere? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys tune in to an odd episode of Raw Is War, where the Son of Lawler angle continues and some new competitors join the roster. Steve Blackman and Mark Henry make their debuts in singles action, and Michael Cole continues to stink up the place on commentary. The Legion of Doom take…

Who told Jeff that any of that was good? In this episode of Wrasslin' Raw, the boys get the fallout from the Pay Per View, with the debut of “Mr. McMahon” as well as the debut of Sable's boobies. D-Generation X sits down for a game of strip poker, gang warfare continues with no seeming end, and Flash Funk gets jobbed out to the Kurgan. “The Son of …

It’s the first Pay Per View without Vince McMahon on commentary! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys dive into In Your House: D-Generation X. Triple H meets Sgt. Slaughter in a Boot Camp Match, and Shawn Michaels defends the WWF Championship against Ken Shamrock. Butterbean defends Sable’s honor against Marc Mero, and Steve Austin settles th…

Wait, so you can win a match by just not showing up? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys tie up loose ends going into the D-Generation X Pay Per View, with the final matches of the Light Heavyweight Tournament and midcard storytelling. Jeff Jarrett gets upgraded from Ahmed Johnson, and the tag team division continues to tread water. Jim ‘the…

Flanagan! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys start the countdown to the upcoming D-Generation X Pay Per view, with one of the last entries in the Light Heavyweight Championship Tournament, as well as the crowning of some unlikely new Tag Team Champions. Ken Shamrock takes on Savio Vega, Shawn Michaels meets up with Vader, and Jim “the Anvil…

There’s a horse running amok in the WWF! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the aftermath of the Montreal Screwjob continues as the boys get treated to Vince McMahon’s infamous “Bret screwed Bret” interview. The six-man mini match is a double disappointment, and Goldust continues to antagonize Vader (with a hammer this time!). Stone Cold Steve Austi…

It’s official, the Jackyl has go-home heat! In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys experience the fallout from Survivor Series amidst a variety of matches (and match qualities). The still-unnamed New Age Outlaws take on Bradshaw in a surprise Bunkhouse Brawl, while the Light Heavyweight Tournament continues with Taka Michinoku and Devon Storm. …

Go Team U.S.A.! Go Team… Vader? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys take a look at one of the most infamous Pay Per Views in wrestling history, the 1997 Survivor Series! The Truth Commission and the Disciples of the Apocalypse stink up the place, while the in-ring debut of Steve Blackman on Team U.S.A. is surprisingly serviceable. Ken Shamro…

It’s the ho-ho-holiday episode of Wrasslin’ Raw! The boys sit down together to enjoy the holiday festivities, and talk about the gifts Xanta Klaus brought them. The annual tradition of Mt. Crushmores are delivered, and we have a discussion about Bret Hart in the WWF in the early- and mid-nineties. We raise a glass, toast each other, and toast our l…

Who doesn’t love a good soap opera? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys examine the go-home episode of Monday Night Raw leading into the 1997 Survivor Series. Super Loco and Aguila fumble through a spotfest, Marc Mero keeps working on his nut punches, and D-Generation X table tops Michael Cole. Steve Blackman’s run-in saves a dog collar matc…

Who’s ready for some Karate Fighter brackets? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys start things off hot with a fantastic promo segment featuring the Nation of Domination, the Hart Foundation, and D'Generation-X. Matches featuring Triple H, Ken Shamrock, and Goldust provide some serviceable entertainment, while Mankind does a great job of sett…

Who knew a boombox would explode into that many pieces? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, the boys get an overall entertaining episode, where Farooq calls out Bret Hart’s pale ass and Ken Shamrock shines against Rocky Maivia. Jeff Jarrett surprises everyone with a return and a shoot about WCW, and Owen Hart and Shawn Michaels have a great match. Ta…

We’ve dropped the Commandant and now we’ve got… the Jackal? In this episode of Wrasslin’ Raw, a two-man podcast booth gets some strong Jobber of the Week contenders with the Patriot, Flash Funk, and Ahmed Johnson. Goldust and Marlena are back with a loaded purse, Uncle Cletus gets his nose broken when the Legion of Doom wins the Tag Titles, and Taj…