The Black Rasslin' Podcast returns for a healthy dose of rasslin'-flavored insight and entertainment! This week, Fam, Mimi, DDm, and khal talk John Cena's remarks after attacking Cody Rhodes, the Street Profits winning the WWE Tag Team Championship, Chris Bey, the road to WrestleMania Vegas, NXT, and much more!
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WWE and TNA Wrestling’s partnership (which was announced today) and the WWE ID initiative (revealed late last year) are more than just business moves. They are the ultimate shake-up of the wrestling world, with opportunities for WWE Superstars past, present, and future. With WWE and TNA’s new partnership allowing NXT Superstars and TNA talent to step into each other’s territory, we’re officially entering a new era of collaboration that could redefine careers and meet fan expectations.
For stars who’ve left WWE, this partnership could be the ultimate comeback story or at least a chance to shine again. Picture this: a second shot for wrestlers who felt their journeys were cut short or for those who’ve been grinding in other promotions, waiting to prove they still belong in the spotlight. And let’s be real, TNA just became the perfect proving ground for ex-WWE talent like AJ Francis, Kushida, Mustafa Ali, Nic Nemeth, and even Ying Lee, who might be itching for reinvention. The door is wide open for bigger storylines, banger matches, and potential comebacks that fans didn’t even know they needed.
But this partnership isn’t just about the veterans. It’s a golden ticket for rising stars, especially Black talent, who now have a pipeline to thrive in two major wrestling markets at once. Between WWE’s NIL Program and WWE ID, the spotlight is getting bigger for underrepresented voices. Aspiring stars like Tasha Steelz, Savannah Evans, Chris Bey, Jonathan Gresham, and Jack Price can now realistically dream of standing on wrestling’s grandest stage. This next-level opportunity.
Also too, let’s give credit where it’s due, TNA just leveled up. Sure WWE is still the king of the mountain, but TNA’s roster and brand now has more eyes on them than ever. This partnership makes TNA a promising option for free agents or even overlooked WWE talent. Could WWE have a hand in influencing who TNA signs? Maybe. Could this lead to smoother transitions, co-branded storylines or even a few strategic snubs?(Cue side-eye.) Either way, the options for potential stars in the space looking to make waves just doubled.
The real winners though? Us, the fans (shoutout to Slick!). This partnership is opening the floodgates for fantasy bookings to come true, wild crossover drama, and career renaissances we once thought were impossible. It’s an exciting time to be a wrestling fan. WWE and TNA are betting big, and we love to see it.
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The Black Rasslin' Podcast returns for a healthy dose of rasslin'-flavored insight and entertainment! This week, Fam, Mimi, DDm, and khal are joined by Smoke DZA to talk the upcoming HEELS HAVE EYES III: STEEL PRAYING show in Chicago this weekend, the 4th Rope journey, and much more! Later, the squad talks Chris Bey's recent injury, NXT, the Usos being on speaking terms, Bobby Lashley's AEW debut, a preview of Crown Jewel (with predictions), and much more!
You know the routine: you can stream and download this week's episode via SoundCloud, and subscribe via Apple Podcasts, Google Play, and Spotify! We stream live every Thursday at 8:35PM ET on YouTube. We also encourage you to become a member of the BRPatreon,
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The Black Rasslin' Podcast returns with an intersting look at the post-Rumble week in pro wrestling. illfam79, Matth, Drip and khal are all on hand to get into a #NoCapRecap of the Royal Rumble, figure out who the new BRP Predictions Champion is, and figure out why Shane McMahon got released. Later, the discussion turns to recapping MJF vs. CM Punk, Lio Rush's injury, and much more!
The Black Rasslin' Podcast returns with some LIVE heat. Matth, illfam7, Drip, and khal are all on-hand to talk CM Punk's rumored return to the ring, via AEW(?), Chris Bey and AJ Francis' film and TV choices, everybody loving Jade Cargill, what Odyssey Jones can do, and previewing Saturday's SummerSlam card! We even raffled off the Chris Bey x Jedi Jack x BRP Finesse Pack! It's a packed show; tap TF in!
The Black Rasslin' Podcast with a special LIVE episode. Matth, illfam7, and khal are joined by Black John Studd to recap a wild JobberSlam weekend! From making a stop in Jersey to recapping the JobberSlam event (shouts to Krista B. from Those Wrestling Girls for stopping through) to the horrors of auto rentals, it is an insane extended open to the show. The squad also dives into Bray Wyatt's release, Max Caster's raps, and much more.
ALSO, the raffle for the FINNESE PACK from "The Ultimate Finesser" Chris Bey, Jedi Jack, and the Black Rasslin' Podcast is LIVE! Entries are $10 apiece (5 for $40!), and can be purchased from now until August 19, 2021. Tap TF in!
The Black Rasslin' Podcast is back like the fans to the stands talking an eventful week in rasslin'. Matth, illfam7, Drip, and khal are all on hand to provide a #NoCapRecap of Money in the Bank, John Cena's return, the rumored AEW signings of CM Punk and Bryan Danielson, Kiera Hogan leaving IMPACT, Chris Bey joining the Bullet Club, the Trial of Faye Jackson, and MUCH more!
The time has come—the third annual #BRP50 list is here! COVID-19 put a hurt on the wrestling industry, but that doesn't mean we couldn't highlight the best Black professional wrestlers in the game today. We dropped a brief look at the criteria that goes into making a list like this, and now it's time for YOU to see that plan put into motion.
If you want to catch these first, you'll have to follow us on Instagram. We will be updating this post throughout the weekend until the final 10 is released this Saturday (Juneteenth 2021). Subscribe to our YouTube ASAP so you don't miss the Top 10 Reveal! [Ed note: You should also check out the After the 50 list that Black Rasslin' worked on with We Luv Wrestling!]
