Is Kayfabe Dead in 2024?

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Is Kayfabe Dead in 2024?

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Jun 28, 2024

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Dave LaGreca, Nic Nemeth & Thunder Rosa discuss whether or not kayfabe is dead in 2024, plus, Nic gives stories of wrestling at Madison Square Garden ahead of WWE SmackDown at MSG.

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Jun 28, 2024

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AEW & NXT Recaps: Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer start the episode recapping Adam Cole & Pat McAfee on NXT. Then they discuss Jon Moxley defeating Darby Allin on AEW. They debate Chris Jericho/Orange Cassidy then finish up talking about Rhea Ripley. by Busted Open
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RIP Kamala: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray begin the show by talking about the passing of legendary James "Kamala" Harris. Then, Dave gives his latest Power Rankings. Next, Mark Henry jumps on to discuss Kamala's legacy. Finally, WWE Hall of Famer Jerry Lawler joins the show. by Busted Open
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Armando Estrada, Brandi Rhodes & IMPACT Recap: Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer start the episode talking to former wrestler Armando Estrada. Then they discuss Impact and Rich Swann's injury. Finally, Brandi Rhodes joins the show. by Busted Open
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Pat McAfee & Drew McIntyre: Dave LaGreca and Mark Henry start the episode talking to former NFL player and current broadcaster Pat McAfee about his upcoming match against Adam Cole at NXT Takeover 30. Also WWE Champion Drew McIntyre joins the show to discuss his main event Summerslam title match against Randy Orton. by Busted Open
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WWE’s Women’s Division Heats Up: Ryan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about Braun Strowman, Alexa Bliss, and The Fiend on SmackDown. They talk about WWE’s Women's Division. Finally they talk about their Weekly Winners. by Busted Open
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Karl Malone, Court Bauer & AEW All Out Picks: Dave LaGreca, Tommy Dreamer, and Mark Henry start the episode off by speaking to NBA Legend Karl Malone and also MLW CEO Court Bauer joins the show to speak about the company's restart in November. We get our AEW ALL OUT Picks & Predictions! by Busted Open
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Busted Open's Virtual SummerSlam Party Part 1: Busted Open's Virtual SummerSlam Party is hosted by Dave LaGreca, WWE Hall of Famer's Bully Ray and Mark Henry and ECW Legend Tommy Dreamer who all here to talk the biggest pay-per-view of the summer! They are joined by special guests The Big Show, WWE United States Champion Apollo Crews and WWE Superstar Natalya. Being the first ever Virtual party, the Busted Open Nation is also invited and hilarity and good times ensue! by Busted Open
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Monday Night RAW Recap & Summerslam Party: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Michaels, Orton & McIntyre on RAW. Then discussion about Shayna/Asuka def. Sasha/Bayley. Finally, Mark Henry calls in! by Busted Open
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Monday Night RAW Recap: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Orton and Flair on RAW. When will Charlotte return? They they discuss Rollins vs Dominik. Finally, who is behind Retribution? by Busted Open
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RIP Bob Armstrong: Dave LaGreca and Mark Henry start the episode off by celebrating the life of Bob Armstrong. Also Rip Rogers joins the show to share his thoughts and memories. by Busted Open
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RAW Recap, Rumor Round-Up & Summerslam Announcement: Dave LaGreca and Mark Henry start the episode talking about Randy Orton and Ric Flair. Then they discuss Rollins and Mysterio. They get into their weekly Rumor Round-Up and finish with Summerslam. by Busted Open
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Austin Idol, RJ City & Top SummerSlam Moments: Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer start the episode talking about the best SummerSlam moments of all time. Then, wrestling legend Austin Idol joins the show. Finally, they talk to RJ City. by Busted Open
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WWE Thunderdome, Power Rankings & Retribution: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about WWE moving to Amway Center. Then, Dave's Pro Wrestling Power Rankings. Mark Henry comes on to talk about Orton and Flair. Finally, who is Retribution? by Busted Open
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Chris Jericho, David Arquette & Ricky Starks: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start this episode off by talking to Ricky Starks heading into the 21- man Casino Battle Royale and also David Arquette comes on to chat about his recent documentary. Also Chris Jericho joins the show and gives his thoughts on the Mimosa Mayhem Match that is going to take place at ALL OUT. by Busted Open
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Matt Cardona & RAW Recap: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode recapping RAW Underground, including Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre, Sasha, Asuka, Bayley & Shayna. Then they talk to Matt Cardona from AEW. by Busted Open
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Roman Reigns & Weekly Winner: Ryan McKinnell and Mark Henry start the episode off by paying their respects to actor Chadwick Boseman and also dive into the the partnership between Roman Reigns & Paul Heyman. Also its Weekly Winner time! by Busted Open
61 min listen
AEW & NXT Recaps: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about Cody Rhodes vs. Scorpio Sky in AEW. Then they discuss AEW/NXT Commentary & Shawn Spears. They recap NXT with Adam Cole & Pat McAfee. Finally, MJF & Jon Moxley on AEW. by Busted Open
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Busted Open: RAW Recap: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode off by recapping RAW. They also get into talking about the developing storyline between Keith Lee, Randy Orton, and Drew McIntryre. Also it looks like the unlikely pairing of Shayna Baszler and Nia Jax could be eyeing a shot at the Women’s Tag Team Champions. by Busted Open
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Retribution Debuts on SmackDown: Ryan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about the debut of a new faction on SmackDown, then they discuss the Woman’s Division. Next, they give out their Weekly Winner. Finally, the dive into Pat McAfee & Adam Cole’s storyline and the lead up to Summer Slam. by Busted Open
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WWE SummerSlam Preview: Ryan McKinnell and Mark Henry talk about the quick title change with Jeff Hardy defeating AJ Styles. They discuss their weekly winners. Finally they get all excited for SummerSlam. by Busted Open
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Busted Open's Virtual SummerSlam Party Part 2: Hosts Dave LaGreca, WWE Hall of Famer's Bully Ray and Mark Henry, and ECW Legend Tommy Dreamer keep the momentum of SummerSlam going! This hour kicks off with a special match game segment hosted by RJ City and contestant comedians Ron Funches and Mike Lawrence. Special guests, RAW Tag Team Champions, The Street Profits join the show and all the hosts give their takes on what they expect to be the "slam dunk" moment of the night! by Busted Open
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Thunder Rosa & Danny Doring: Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer start the episode off by speaking with ECW alumni Danny Doring. Also the guys talk to the NWA Women's Champion Thunder Rosa on the heels of her match with Shida at ALL OUT. by Busted Open
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WWE Summerslam & NXT Takeover: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about the anniversary of TLC at Summerslam. Also they discuss the match card at NXT Takeover 30 featuring Adam Cole, Pat McAfee, Karrion Kross, and Keith Lee. by Busted Open
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SummerSlam Recap & Power Rankings: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode talking about the return of Roman Reigns after the Universal Championship Match between The Fiend and Braun Strowman. Also we get into their reaction on Drew McIntyre’s win over Randy Orton at Summerslam and Dave’s Power Rankings. by Busted Open
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Greatest Hogan Moments & Shawn Spears: Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer talk about Hulk Hogan's influence on pro wrestling. They're also joined by AEW's Shawn Spears. by Busted Open
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Jon Moxley, RAW Recap & Brock Lesnar's Future: Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray start the episode off by recapping the main event of Monday Night RAW. They also discuss what is the next step for Brock Lesnar now that he is a free agent and AEW Champion Jon Moxley joins the show to talk about ALL OUT. by Busted Open
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