DWZ Podcast With J. Rod

We review this past Weekend PPV with TNA Rebellion and AEW Dynasty. WWE made some layoffs with talent we haven't seen much lately. We talk about a unique Wrestling promotion in Uganda, Africa called Soft Ground Wrestling. ENJOY

After Wrestlemania 40, Cody Rhodes has final finish the damn story and became the new WWE Undispusted Champion, now what next for him.
Rossy Ogawa began to process a new promotion after he was fired from Stardom but who from the stardom roster with be joining him. Mark Briscoe, after 11 years since his older brother won the ROH World title and he won in honor of his family. Cosmic Angels have been busy with sudden recruitment of 2 rookies who want to join but will it happen. Guilia is now a free agent, recently appeard at NOAH, appearence in wwe and more. ENJOY.

February 4th will be remember when Stardom/Bushiroad announced the dismissal of Rossy Ogawa and explain the situation behind the scenes in Stardom. Anthem announced the termination of Scott D'Amore right after TNA came back at Hard to Kill but what was the motive behind this. All Japan started to changed with partnership with Actres girl'Z and the negotions with WWE. Evolution Girls had made changes that will lead them to move forward with Shuji Ishikawa, war with Stardom and more.

Over a year, people ask various people in AEW about the backstage incident from All Out 2022, later it was revealed that all parties signed a Non-Disclosure Agreement thet is valid for life and can be talked about. We to the theathers to go see The Iron Claw which the biopic of the Von Erich Family. NXT will sent their talent to Japan for the start of 2024 with All Japan show to take on the Triple Crown champion but many fans are calling this the forbidden door however i beg the differ. ENJOY

2024 is gonna be a good year now that TNA is coming back, certain current wrestlers re-sign and new signees. Tam Nakano recently won the Tokyo Sports Award for Joshi MVP, but during an interview she revealed that she was consider of retiring but she received support from various people. Reviewed a match from Joshi promotion Marvelous for the AAAW Tag Team title at Korakuen Hall on December 10th. At Wrestle Kingdom 18, the IWGP Heavyweight Tag Team title and the NJPW Strong Openweight Tag Team tile will be put on the line in a Winner takes all. Finally, Reviewed Stardom in Bangkok where 4 talent showcase in another country in Thailand. ENJOY

Mexican promotion hasn't held a show in months but recently they have been announcing the roster for 2024. Joshi wrestler Nagisa Nozaki who was sideline from injury in 2022 recent appear in a post-match at NOAHand it appears she is now a freelance. Damage CTRL have been adding new members like Kairi Sane and ASUKA, however speculate that there's going to be a betrayal coing. In NXT, Carmello Hayes became the prime suspect over the attack on his friend Trick Williams however we could see their friendship crumble in the future. Reviemed a match from All Jpan for the Triple Crown Championship. Unagi Sayaka made plan for a self produce show to celebate her 5th anniversary. ENJOY.

In Saudi Arabia, Kairi Sane made her return in Crown Jewel helping Iyo Sky retaining her title nut there the possibility of what plan are being made. In the result of Kairi returning to WWE, there were interest in bringing back Sarray (aka Sareee0 but news broke out that she signed a multi year contract with an American Joshi promotion. Tam Nakano has been out of action since Nagoya Golden Fight, she's out from injury and what's the future of the World of Stardom (aka Red Belt). Katsuhiko Nakajima made a surprising move since he was done with NOAH, he appeared at All Japan Pro Wrestling. After the main event at NJPW Power Struggle, Jon Moxley and Will Ospreay reignited their feud for Wrestle Kingdom 18, however Davis Finlay attack and destroyed the US/UK title but a new title is in the work. CMLL talent appearing at AEW, however how will this affect talent from AAA. WWE seem to have interest in Guilia, Will Ospreay and MJF.

Has the Goddesses of Stardom Tag League started and talk about my 2 picks who will win. AEW and NXT reignited their war but this time on Tuesday but NXT won this battle, however Tony Khan made an opnion. Sting made a surprise and shocking news with him announcing his retirement but his last match with be at Revolution 2024. BUshiroad the parent company that owns NJPW and Stardom put an Expo i Thailand. Since CM Punk was terminated from AEW, real question is if or where Punk will go either WWE, Impact Wrestling or NWA. Waka Tsukiyama produced a show that she calls Moondom as way from foreigners to go she a Joshi wrestling show. Veterans wrestler Nick Aldis is now the General Manager of WWE Smackdown. the National Wrestling Alliance announced a TV deal with CW Network. Joshi wrestler Chi-Chi (from Evolution) pick up her first win at the produced show by Sumire Natsu. New Japan faction Just 5 Guys (J5G) got a nw member after Yoshinobu Kanemaru betrayed him. After the ppv by Impact Wrestling Bound for Glory, TNA announced their return. ENJOY

Recently, Pro Wrestling NOAH announced that Katsuhiko Nakajima is deoarting from the promotion by the end of September and 2 final matches in October. Since becoming the ROH World champion, Eddie Kingston announced that he will be not doing independent shows for the time being has long he is double champion. Reviewed Diana match from August 11th, 2023 between Risa Sera vs. Madeline. We continue to follow more with Jade Cargill since she finished with AEW to WWE. Also reviewed a match from Prominence from September 6th, 2023 between Nao Ishikawa vs. Risa Sera in a Hardcore match. On September 21st, there were many releases in WWE since the merger of WWE and Endevor (now TKO) but one particular wrestler who hasn't made her in-ring debut decided to continue to pursuit i Pro-Wrestling. ENJOY.

Jade Cargill made her return to AEW to reclaim the TBS title but reports cme out that she's finishing with AEW but it`s believe she will make her ay to WWE. Gatoh Move/ChocoPro celebrated the 1st year anniversary with Miya Yotsuba and made her first win. Concerns came to light with the merger with WWE and UFC calling this TKO. Impact Wresting celebrated their 1000 episode and familiar faces appeared. The Brickhouse Kamille made a awesome promo where she confronts EC3. An old lucha libre blood made its was to Japan between Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. and Psycho Clown. ENJOY.

We talk a bit about AEW latest ppv in Chicago with All Out. Pro Wresstling NOAH concludes with their annual tournament the N-1 Victory 2023. Evolution (or Evo Girls) had the past show July in Shin-Kiba. At Starcast, Eddie Kingston had a sit down with his idol Toshiaiky Kawada about his matches and in hoping AEW have show in Budokan. Since Eddie Kingston talk about Kawada, i watch ans review his match with MItsuhara Misawa at the Tokyo Dome on May 1st, 1998. News spread about AEW firing CM Punk. ENJOY.

AEW were in London, UK for the first time and putting the biggest show outside the U.S. at the legendary Wembley Stadium. Revire a match from Joshi promotion Pro Wrestlng WAVE from January 1st with the Regina di WAVE title between Risa Sera vs. Hikaru Shida (c). An intereting partnership between WWE and the NFL, however theres a bit of small problem regarding withthe Jacksonville Jaguars. Reviewed Evolution (or Evo Girls) show #3 from June 6th. The wrestling were stunned and shock with the tragic with the passing of Windham Rotunda (aka Bray Wyatt) ENJOY.

We dedicate this episode to Terry Funk, Rest In Peace. Deathmatch wrestler Drew Parker announce that he will be retiring from Pro Wrestling. El Dedsperado gave his thoughts and opinons about ChocoPro, Nick Wayne, Jordan Oliver and MAO plus these 3 should participate in next year's Best of the Super Juniors. Since winning the NJPW strong Woman's title, Guilia decided to take all comers in the U.S. and the world. Finally, Edge is the talk of discussion about potentaly goinng to AEW. ENJOY.

Former memers of the Bullet Club decided to put the past behind them and move foward. Reviewed a match by Gatoh Move featuring Ancham vs. Riho. Tam Nakano was in the biggets chllenge of her career taking on Megan Bayne who challenge Tam for the World of Stardom Championship (aka the Red Belt). At the G1 finals, Kazuchika Okada faces Tetsuya Naito but one walk out the winner and heads to Wrestle Kingdom at the Tokyo Dome. Reviewed Evolution Girls 2nd show at Shin-Kiba on May 5th, 2023. The All Star Jr Festival USA announced a participant that is controversial. ENJOY.

The never ending story between Mina Shirakawa and MIRAI continues in this year's 5STAR Grand Prix. Talked certian matches fo NXT The Great American Bash. What an amazing tag title match between Better Than You Bay Bay and FTR on AEW Collision. DDT announced for another tain show in a Bullet train between Minoru Suzuki and Sanshiro Takagi. Saya Kaitani who is now injured, was revealed that no sub will happen, plan were made for her to win the tournament but we discussed who win this year. ENJOY.

We talk about the next Wrestlemania that will feature Cody Rhodes vs. Roman Reigns 2 will it be cool and did WWE drop the ball. Reports were coming out that Ronda Rousey is heading back to the UFC but one source claims is all BS but what is our thoughts as fans about. Since winning the NJPW Strong Women's title, Dave Meltzer (WON) mention that Guilia want her first title defense at the All Star Jr. Festival USA 2023 on August 19th in Philadelphia. Recently we been seeing a brands friendshi between Unagi Sayaka and Saori Anou when thry team up at Sendai Girls bt what what do we think of it. I decided to review 2 matches from DDT back in 2017 and Fortune Dreams 8 featuring Unagi Sayaka vs. KAIRI on June 14th. ENJOY.

After she was expelled from Oedo Tai, what was next for Saki Kashima however an unexpected turn we didn't expect but a lot of thought. Since cutting all ties with Cosmic Angels, Mina Shirakawa behavior has drastically changed but will this be what will help. Since Cosmic Angels had their ups and downs however a new strong Couzen will be ok from here and out. Reviewed a past wrestling show by Circle 6 at the Barroom Blitz with only 2 matches. Also reviewed a title match from Gatoh Move for the Super Asia Championship between Natsumi Maki (aka Natsupoi) vs. Riho (c) from November 8, 2018 at Shinkiba. Recently, Toni Storm made some comments about Guilia at the Media Scrum but Guilia layed down the challenge. NJPW announced a new generation of 3 musketeers but however there's been talk about it's dumb of the generation wrestlers. ENJOY

Forbidden Door 2 was an amazing show and we talked about the main show. In Stardom recent ppv, Saki Kashima was expelled from Oedo Tai but what's next for her? It's official, the NJPW Strong Women's title will be defended between Willow Nightingale (c) vs. Guilia. Kongo announced their disbandment in Pro Wrestling NOAH. Sareee since her return to Japan, she's been on a roll. Mysterious figure name Dark Unagi. Risa Sera announced her divorced.

Since the Forbidden Door 2 was announced, what can we expect and who will appear. Stardom star Maika is been dealing with frustration within herself but will she betray of leave DDM. NOAH star Kaito Kiyomiya was announced to participate in the G1 Climax 33 with New Japan Pro Wrestling but what does this mean for Pro Wrestling NOAH. Recent Luchadors announced that they quit Mexican promotion AAA but what's the reasons of this. Once again, Disco Inferno decided to disrespect the Joshi Wrestling. ENJOY.

We talk about All Elite Wrestling (AEW) coming to my town in San Diego, CA and what are my thoughts. Joshi wrestler Madeleine announced that she will be Diana by the end of the year, moving her base to another region, her marriage and becoming Freelancer. My thoughts on NJPW Dominion with surprises that happened and matches. Who won this year's Crockett Cup in the NWA. My thoughts of 2 matches announced for Forbidden Door . ENJOY

On May 27 in Stardom, Mina Shirakawa issued a challenge for Double Crown Championship match for both the White Belt and Red Belt but what do I think. Also in Stardom Himeka's Retirement Ceremony that features her in traditional retirement match where she faces the entire roster. What's been going on with GCW? Certain wrestlers haven't been seen for a while. Finally Anti AEW fan are out giving shit to AEW for the Wembley Stadium show in August. ENJOY

At New Blood 8, features Tam Nakano faces Tam Nakano but what is going on? 8 NXT Female talent went out on injury with torn ACL but why did it happened. Joshi wrestler Haruka Umesaki has begun to solidify herself as the future ace of World Woman Pro Wrestling Diana. Stardom star (soon to retire) Himeka had her last official Wrestling match at Pro Wrestling Wave with Jumbo Forever. ENJOY

We talk about Stardom ppv All Star Grand Queendom with some matches to talk about. Suzu Suzuki made the shocking that she's leaving Prominence to go be the face of pro Wrestling. Our resident Eel, Unagi Sayaka launch her company Unagi Kabuki as the president and she teams up again with SAKI and Yoshitatsu. Former Ice Ribbon star Nao Ishikawa appeared at a Stardom Press conference for New Blood 8 impersonate Tam Nakano. The surprise developments happened in a backstage at WWE Raw, CM Punk wasthere. Triple H unveiled a brand new championship.

MIRAI as won 2 back to back Cinderella Tournaments but her wish is interesting. Cosmic Angels imploded when Mina Shirakawa announced her departure from Cozuen but a familiar face appears saved Cozuen. Giulia called out Mercedes Mone. WWE reached a deal with Twitch ENJOY.

NJPW has a brand new IWGP World Heavyweight Champion with SANADA since leaving LIJ. Thoughts of the IWGP Women's Championship match at Sakura Genesis between AZM, Hazuki and Mercedes Mone. How excited to see AEW at Wembley Stadium in the UK and what can we expect. Kota Ibushi thoughts about going to AEW. An finally, at Stardom Cinderella Tournament semi finals Waka Tsukiyama takes on her former friend Mai Sakurai and what do we predict from this

We talk about the title matches in Tokyo Joshi Pro Wrestling for Grand Princess and first Triple crown Champion. New Japan IWGP jr. Heavyweight title and New Japan Cup finals. The storyline of Waka Tsukiyama recent development before New Blood premium. Finally Stardom resident cat Starlight Kid pay a visit in Ichigaya Square looking for Mei Suruga. ENJOY.

First things first, congratulations to Tsukasa Fujimoto giving birth of her child. Waka Tsukiyama said in a recent Stardom press conference where Nanae Takahashi revealed KAIRI has her tag partner at New Blood premium. What happened in the matches for the Wonder of Stardom Championship match and World of Stardom Championship match and their post match. Finally AEW Revolution. ENJOY

We talk about the recent developments with the Cosmic Angels that factors Mina Shirakawa/Club Venus and Waka Tsukiyama. Ring of Honor is back and began their tapings and what took place during that. Jungle Kyona will be on an indefinite hiatus after her match at NOMADS but AID is being ask for love and support for her while she gets treatment for her knee. After Wrestlemania Weekend, TJPW star Miyu Yamashita will be in the United States for 3 months but booking are being announced. Finally, Kenny Omega being open minded if he decides to go to WWE. ENJOY.

We talked about the IWGP Women's Championship match at NJPW Battle in the Valley between Mercedes Mone (fka Sasha Banks) and KAIRI. Pro Wrestling NOAH had a double main event with Kaito Kiyomiya vs Kazuchika Okada and Tetsuya Naito vs Keiji Muto. In recent events, Unagi Sayaka appeared at a All Japan Pro Wrestling show in Korakuen Hall where she confronts Suwama and meets. Yoshitatsu. The daughter of the late Jason David Frank aka Tommy (Original Green Ranger), Jenna Frank appeared at the last GCW ppv Middle of the Night escorting Lio Rush. Since Kota Ibushi became a free agent, many fans talked about where will he land but he talk about what type of deals he wants with either WWE or AEW. NOMADS back are after many months not putting a show and Jungle Kyona announced her participation but this will her last show before going into indefinite hiatus. Evolution an all Female brand within All Japan announced their first show and matches. ENJOY.

After the main event in Stardom, Guilia issued a challenge for her Red Belt against Maya Yuhiki but Yuhiki said she'll think about it. The story between the top Champions in NJPW and NOAH continues to build up until Okada accepted the challenge to Kiyomiya onlybto continue to ignore him. The National Wrestling Alliance (NWA) made some exciting news to make a brand new belt which is the NWA Women's Television title. TJPW stars Miyu Yamashita and Maki Itoh are now gunning for the Princess Tag Team Championship which alluded them for so long. Stardom talent Himeka announced her retirement. Konnan is under fire over a joke he said on Konosuke Takeshita. It appears that Lady is now having the doors open about DDM wanting her to join them but she's QQ and what does Queen's Quest think. ENJOY

Talk about the second encounter between former friends noe enemies Guilia vs. Suzu Suzuki for the World of Stardom Championship. On February 11th, NWA had Nuff Said ppv where for WWE star Alex Riley now goes by Kevin Kiley returns to the ring. Who will participate in the Japanese Wrestling show All Star Jr. 2023 Festival on March 1st. At Stardom Supreme Fight a new type match was introduced called Namiwan Roulette which is confu6and fun. AEW decided that they will be doing house show which is something that the talent wanted. Finally, NXT talent going to work in the indies or was the report by Bryan Alvarez was misunderstood. ENJOY.

New Japan announced that their ending strong shows and rebranding them in NJPW Strong Live and NJPW Strong on Demand. Cody Rhodes won this year's Royal Rumble and is heading to Wrestlemania. WrestleCon will have promotions involved in Wrestlemania Weekend. Eric Biscoff talk about Vince Russo about he was once again lead to the downfall of TNA and Spike TV. Kota Ibushi is now officially a free agent and what do we expect from him now. ENJOY

Recently, things for Waka Tsukiyama when she still can't pick up win but on Christmas eve Tam Nakano gave her a Ultimatum. A beef between Guilia and Maya Yuhiki that dates back to their Ice Ribbon days but Guilia is not happy to see Maya appearing at Stardom. Who has or may return to WWE? Suzuki-gun are no more. Finally, Developments in the Japanese promotion Ganbare Pro. ENJOY

Today, we talk about the current shocking news about Mandy Rose after dropping the NXT Women's title she was released from WWE. Vince McMahon announced that he plan to make his comeback to WWE believing that he had bad advice to step down but it appears news allegations rise about his behavior. ROH had the last ppv of 2022 Final Battle where all titles are on the line but done get title exchange or not. WWE superstar Asuka is teasing about the transformation of an old Japanese character KANA. Japanese promotion GLEAT held their first MMA event featuring certain wrestlers. Meltear is now being at the top of discussion after they came in close winning Best Tag Team award from Tokyo Sports. Finally. Minoru Suzuki revealed the future of Suzuki-gun. ENJOY

NJPW X Stardom had their Historic X-Over with Mixed Tag matches and 2 title matches. What do I think about AEW Full Gear with certain matches my thoughts in the aftermath. More on the Unagi Sayaka Watch. ENJOY