About this episode
This script delves into the controversies and frustrations surrounding wrestling booking decisions, particularly focusing on Dave Meltzer's defense of certain scenarios that seem illogical to fans and commentators alike. It discusses the perplexing situation of a tag team winning a match but not being booked in a subsequent tournament, suggesting a possible manipulation of storylines. The narrative critically examines Meltzer's stance on wrestling booking, his justifications, and the apparent contradictions in his logic versus the fundamental goal of wrestling - making money. Furthermore, it touches on the broader implications of such booking decisions on the industry's credibility, audience engagement, and financial success. Throughout, there's an exploration of the dynamic and often contentious relationship between Meltzer and the wrestling community, including his co-host Brian Alvarez. 00:00 The Wrestling Booking Debate Begins 00:53 Defending the Indefensible: A Deep Dive into Wrestling Logic 03:28 The Absurdity of Wrestling Booking Explained 06:04 Wrestling's No Sense Equals Sense Paradox 07:32 The Bizarre World of Wrestling Observer Radio 12:07 Wrestling's Money-Making Paradox and Dave Meltzer's Contradictions 15:58 The Sold-Out Controversy: Wrestling's Business Model Under Scrutiny 17:11 The Dunkin Donuts Analogy: A Lesson in Business Logic 19:35 The Intricacies of Wrestling Critique and Dave Meltzer's Influence 19:58 The Controversy Around Wrestling Awards and Money 21:08 The Impact of Dave Meltzer's Opinions on Wrestling Culture 22:28 Tony Khan's Business Decisions and Their Consequences 27:31 The Hypocrisy of Wrestling Journalism Exposed 32:16 The Struggle for Authenticity in Wrestling Commentary 34:12 A Satirical Take on Wrestling Analysis 38:09 Reflecting on the State of Wrestling and Its Future 42:51 Concluding Thoughts and Gratitude - Support Wrestling Soup on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/wrestlingsoup SOCIAL CHANNELS ʕ̡̢̡ʘ̅͟͜͡ʘ̲̅ʔ̢̡̢ Twitter: https://twitter.com/WrestlingSoup Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wrestlingsoup/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WrestlingSoup/ Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/wrestlingsoup :shirt: PRO WRESLTING TEES STORE :shirt: ／(=✪ x ✪=)＼ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support.