About this episode
In this episode of Wrestling Soup, the hosts dive into a range of wrestling topics. They start with a retrospective on WWE's handling of the Attitude Era, discussing the cultural shifts in wrestling over the decades. They critique Roman Reigns' recent interview where he shares his thoughts on wrestling facials and promo techniques, questioning his self-perceived depth. They also cover the controversy surrounding Mark Henry's defense of Raja Jackson's violent actions in the ring and its potential implications. The conversation shifts to Seth Rollins guest-hosting the NFL Network's 'Good Morning Football,' and they speculate on WWE's strategy for maintaining a strong brand. Finally, the show looks ahead to the WWE Clash at Paris, discussing ticket sales and possible match additions, all while incorporating humorous asides and personal anecdotes. 00:00 Introduction and Casual Banter 01:47 Reflecting on Past Predictions and Wrestling Trends 02:36 The Philosophy of Wrestling and Its Evolution 03:14 Impact of COVID-19 on Wrestling 05:10 Wrestling Stars and Cultural Impact 10:03 WWE's Audience Shift 13:22 Stephanie McMahon's VPN SURFSHHARK Promotion (code STEPH) 21:56 Roman Reigns' Interview Highlights 41:33 Mark Henry's Controversial Comments 47:14 WWE's NIL Program Controversy 47:36 Rikishi's Role and Public Perception 48:22 Independent Wrestling and WWE Talent 50:19 Potential Legal Consequences 50:50 Publicity Stunt Theories 58:23 Mark Henry's Opinion and Racism 01:01:25 Jake Hagar's AEW Experience 01:19:17 Seth Rollins Joins NFL Network 01:26:16 Trish Stratus Anime Sexy Time Calendar Photo Shoot 01:29:06 Upcoming WWE Events and Personal Plans 01:36:58 Closing Remarks and Acknowledgements Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wrestling-soup--1425249/support .