Why WWE Released R-Truth, Locker Room Morale, and the Future of Pro Wrestling | Coach and Bro 060225

Full Podcast Summary / Show Notes with Timestamps: 00:00 – 00:03:29 | Welcome & Exciting Announcements Coach and Bro celebrate signing with the Stadium Network and explain how listeners can participate via super stickers and super chats. Quick banter about social media presence, wrestling fans, and personal anecdotes. 00:03:30 – 00:08:26 | Wrestling Universe Reactions & The Role of Truth Coach discusses how wrestling fans respond to breaking news and the value of analysis versus being proven right. Shoutout to Scottie Scheffler for his golf win and transition back to wrestling. 00:08:27 – 00:17:47 | WWE Releases: R-Truth’s Departure & Locker Room Fallout Deep dive into R-Truth’s release, including industry reaction, locker room dynamics, and backstage influence. Vince Russo shares personal experiences working with R-Truth in TNA, praising his charisma, leadership, and impact. Discussion about fans misunderstanding the backstage family aspect of wrestling and why R-Truth's absence stings more than stats suggest. 00:17:48 – 00:21:58 | Business Decisions & The Roster’s Changing Face Vince explains WWE/TKO’s business logic: high-paid veterans like R-Truth vs. cheaper NXT talent. Coach and Vince agree the real loss is not keeping veterans like R-Truth in mentoring/agent roles, highlighting WWE’s potential short-sightedness. 00:21:59 – 00:24:13 | Super Sticker Segment #1 (Ad Spot) Audience voices heard through super stickers. Questions on morale, entertainment, and the WWE/AEW divide. Coach and Vince discuss fans’ reactions to WWE cuts and AEW’s rising appeal. [Ad Insertion Opportunity: 00:21:59] 00:24:14 – 00:33:21 | Current WWE Morale & Money Matters Examination of recent releases’ impact on backstage morale and talent pay structure. Coach breaks down the business side: WWE’s debt, Endeavor/TKO pressure, and house show economics. Analysis on why WWE might favor NXT talent over paid veterans and how this shifts the product and backstage culture. 00:33:22 – 00:46:32 | More on Vince McMahon’s Future, Industry Rumors Addressing rumors about Vince McMahon trying to buy WWE back; clarity on sources and recent press releases. Discussion on wrestling journalism, dirt sheets’ credibility, and how news spreads in the wrestling world. Listener questions tackled: R-Truth’s next move, high-profile contracts, and talent pay cuts. [Ad Insertion Opportunity: 00:44:01] 00:46:33 – 00:58:52 | AEW vs. WWE: Competitive Tactics & Petty Moves Coach and Vince react to WWE scheduling events against AEW pay-per-views and using promo codes like "ALLWWE" as thinly-veiled shots. Is WWE’s approach helping or hurting the industry? Does pettiness ultimately backfire? The larger conversation about why WWE seems so intent on hurting AEW rather than building itself up. 00:58:53 – 01:08:49 | Money in the Bank Preview & Star Power Crisis Hot takes on questionable Money in the Bank entrants (Seth Rollins, Rhea Ripley). How WWE could better build stars, use established talent, and write compelling stories. Critique of current storytelling and star-making strategies—or lack thereof. [Ad Insertion Opportunity: 01:01:40] 01:08:50 – 01:16:18 | Closing Thoughts: The Problem with Modern Wrestling & Vince’s Rants Coach and Vince ponder WWE’s lack of “star power,” what it’ll take to fix the system, and what the next big moves might be. Teases and cliffhangers for next episode—insider scoops promised. Thanking the audience, discussion of schedule, and commitment to smarter wrestling conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.