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Illegal Double Team

By Jonathan Snowden

Jonathan and Kristina Snowden love pro wrestling. They want you to love it too.

Join them every week as they discuss the five things they enjoyed most over the past seven days, take a look back at a classic match and answer your questions.
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Episode 28: Your Unofficial G1 Climax 29 Guide to Nights 9 and 10 and Our Spoiler Free Recommendations for Nights 11 and 12

Illegal Double TeamAug 02, 2019

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Episode 87: The Fight for Our AEW Originals, Hangman Page and Takeshita Go Hard, GLEAT is Great, Kristina Books the Territory, Cody Countdown, MMA's Biggest Star, AEW Young Guns and MORE!!

Episode 87: The Fight for Our AEW Originals, Hangman Page and Takeshita Go Hard, GLEAT is Great, Kristina Books the Territory, Cody Countdown, MMA's Biggest Star, AEW Young Guns and MORE!!

The AEW originals make their last stand as the promotion evolves into something new heading into Double or Nothing. And the Snowdens (and many of you) are struggling to deal with change. 

Of course, in the ring, the promotion still goes hard—as best demonstrated by "Hangman" Page's bad-ass match with young Takeshita on a random AEW Dynamite. Meanwhile, GLEAT is gonna gleat and WWE is keeping a Cody clock, much to Kristina's delight.

In the questions, Kristina books AEW her way and Jonathan talks about the biggest MMA star of all time. And, no, it's not Tank Abbott. 

This and more in the new Illegal Double Team!

May 28, 202201:28:24
Episode 86: Cody Rhodes is THAT GUY, Go Shiozaki and Kiyomiya tear it up in NOAH, OKADA, NAITO, TOM LAWLOR v MOXLEY, Some Gentle Criticism of AEW and an inexplicable discussion of the TV show FRIENDS

Episode 86: Cody Rhodes is THAT GUY, Go Shiozaki and Kiyomiya tear it up in NOAH, OKADA, NAITO, TOM LAWLOR v MOXLEY, Some Gentle Criticism of AEW and an inexplicable discussion of the TV show FRIENDS

Cody Rhodes may be the best wrestler in the world. He thinks so—and is making his case weekly on WWE television. Across the sea, Okada and Naito mixed it up for New Japan and Go Shiozaki reminded everyone he's one of the best in the world. Meanwhile AEW continues to exist—and we have some thoughts on how it could be even better. That plus your questions, a discussion of FRIENDs for some reason. Also TOM LAWLOR BLEEEEEDS!

May 11, 202202:00:13
Episode 85: Wait, Do We Like Will Ospreay Now? Plus Cody's WWE Invasion Continues, Tony Khan Acting a Fool, and Some Thoughts on AEW-Style Super Fights.

Episode 85: Wait, Do We Like Will Ospreay Now? Plus Cody's WWE Invasion Continues, Tony Khan Acting a Fool, and Some Thoughts on AEW-Style Super Fights.

We promised we'd back back and DELIVERED. For the people. This week we talk about a fantastic match-of-the-year candidate from New Japan's Windy City Riot, Cody's continued excellence, the wild antics of Tony Khan and much more. That plus YOUR questions. Don't miss it!

Apr 22, 202201:27:06
Episode 84: WrestleMania week, the Greatness of FTR, Cody Arrives in WWE, Tony Khan's ROH, How to Write a Book and MORE!

Episode 84: WrestleMania week, the Greatness of FTR, Cody Arrives in WWE, Tony Khan's ROH, How to Write a Book and MORE!

Thought we had disappeared like thieves in the night? Well, nothing like WrestleMania to bring wrestling fans back to the fold. The Snowdens return, talking about their favorite moments from WrestleMania week, the end of the Attitude Era and FTR vs. The Briscoes. All that plus YOUR questions. Join us, won't you?

Apr 11, 202201:52:01
Who is the Illegal Double Team Wrestler of the Year? What was the Best Match of the Year? How Much Does Kristina Love The Golden Lovers? How did we enjoy our Trip to AEW Dynamite? Answers Within!

Who is the Illegal Double Team Wrestler of the Year? What was the Best Match of the Year? How Much Does Kristina Love The Golden Lovers? How did we enjoy our Trip to AEW Dynamite? Answers Within!

Let's be honest—if you're like us, it's hard to remember what happened last week, let alone last January. With that in mind, we took a few days and went over everything that happened in the world of Pro Wrestling in 2021 for this never-ending retrospective. 

Who was wrestler of the year? What was the best match we saw, both live and on television? Who had the best outfit? We GET INTO IT! Jonathan even changes his mind mid-podcast. It's kind of a wild ride.

All this, plus Kristina's Golden Lovers deep dive and another road trip to see AEW Dynamite in Jacksonville, including a wild street fight between Tay Conti/Anna Jay and Bunny/Penelope Ford. She's a bleeder!

Jan 13, 202202:34:26
AEW Full Gear, an AEW Argument, What the Hell is With WWE? Is MJF Actually Good? Shooters, Favorite MMA Fighters, Eddie Kingston vs. CM Punk, Okada and the Fake Kenny, Celebrity Hall Passes and MORE!

AEW Full Gear, an AEW Argument, What the Hell is With WWE? Is MJF Actually Good? Shooters, Favorite MMA Fighters, Eddie Kingston vs. CM Punk, Okada and the Fake Kenny, Celebrity Hall Passes and MORE!

The Snowdens have an argument, divorce, reconcile, talk about celebrity hall passes, AEW Full Gear and answer about a million of your questions. 

AEW Full Gear, an AEW Argument, What the Hell is With WWE? Is MJF Actually Good? Shooters, Favorite MMA Fighters, Eddie Kingston vs. CM Punk, Okada and the Fake Kenny in New Japan, Celebrity Hall Passes and MORE!

Nov 20, 202102:46:17
Episode 81: We Take an AEW Road Trip, Bryan Danielson Might Still Be the Best in the World, Page vs. Omega, Comedy Wrestling Yeah or Nay and Death Match Nostalgia

Episode 81: We Take an AEW Road Trip, Bryan Danielson Might Still Be the Best in the World, Page vs. Omega, Comedy Wrestling Yeah or Nay and Death Match Nostalgia

ROAD TRIP! We go to Orlando to see AEW and get treated to an amazing piece of pro wrestling courtesy of Bryan Danielson and Dustin Rhodes. We also talk about the Elite, the future of the promotion and whether or not Hangman Page has a future as a long-term babyface champion. 

Plus comedy wrestling, death matches and YOUR QUESTIONS! Thanks for listening!

Nov 11, 202101:54:17
Episode 80: Jon Moxley is a REAL ONE, Tony Khan against the World, GCW on the rise, The G1 Climax, Maki Itoh, Independent Wrestling, Booking a Modern AJPW, Title Belts, Singing Wrestlers and MORE!

Episode 80: Jon Moxley is a REAL ONE, Tony Khan against the World, GCW on the rise, The G1 Climax, Maki Itoh, Independent Wrestling, Booking a Modern AJPW, Title Belts, Singing Wrestlers and MORE!

Last weekend was one of the best wrestling weekends of the year despite not having a big WWE or AEW event. Jon Moxley fought Nick Gage for the love of the game in GCW, Tony Khan trolled the world—but with a purpose, a brief discussion of Alex Shelley's underrated career, Maki Itoh growing into her personality and YOU QUESTIONS! 

We talk women's wrestling in AEW, favorite title belts, booking a modern All Japan and MUCH MORE!

Oct 16, 202102:07:10
Episode 79: Bryan Danielson Finally Gets Five Stars Against AEW Wrestling God Kenny Omega, the Decline of Cody Rhodes, NXT 2.0, G-1 Climax 31 and Your Questions

Episode 79: Bryan Danielson Finally Gets Five Stars Against AEW Wrestling God Kenny Omega, the Decline of Cody Rhodes, NXT 2.0, G-1 Climax 31 and Your Questions

Jonathan Snowden once covered wrestling for Bleacher Report's prestigious B/R Mag. But his fandom is nothing compared to his wife Kristina's. She's a Golden Lovers superfan extraordinaire and passionate supporter of wrestling around the world. Every week (or so) they get together to discuss their five favorite matches and moments and take questions from listeners.

This week, the duo discussed Omega vs. Danielson from AEW's Grand Slam from New York City, the fall of Cody Rhodes, the new NXT, how Zack Sabre Jr reflects Jonathan's mood and much, much more.

Sep 28, 202101:59:15
Episode 78: The Amazingness that was AEW's All Out, the Future of CM Punk, BRYAN BY GOD DANIELSON, the Best PPVs Ever and so many of Your Questions

Episode 78: The Amazingness that was AEW's All Out, the Future of CM Punk, BRYAN BY GOD DANIELSON, the Best PPVs Ever and so many of Your Questions

AEW's All Out, simply put, was an amazing night of professional wrestling. We break it down into our five favorite parts and discuss whether or not it's the greatest wrestling supercard of all-time. Just being in the conversation is high praise indeed!

All that plus a slew of your questions. Join us, won't you?

Sep 09, 202102:05:12
Episode 77: Walter v. Dragunov II, CM Punk, Jeff Jarrett's My World, Your Questions and...Is that Brock Lesnar's Music?

Episode 77: Walter v. Dragunov II, CM Punk, Jeff Jarrett's My World, Your Questions and...Is that Brock Lesnar's Music?

Are we late? Well, yes. We went to the beach. What are you going to do? But we're back to talk CM Punk, the most amazing match of the year at NXT Takeover, the return of Brock Lesnar, Jeff Jarrett's great new podcast and all of your questions.

Ever wanted to know Jonathan's favorite shootstyle matches or whether Kristina ever feels divorce is imminent? This may be the episode for you!

Sep 01, 202102:05:28
Episode 76: The Kenny Omega Show, Masato Tanaka vs. Sugiura, The Snowdens Recommend Matches to Each Other, Fantasy Booking AEW and MORE!

Episode 76: The Kenny Omega Show, Masato Tanaka vs. Sugiura, The Snowdens Recommend Matches to Each Other, Fantasy Booking AEW and MORE!

The Kenny Omega show rolled on, seamlessly traveling from Pittsburgh to Mexico without missing a beat. Meanwhile, in Japan, the great Masato Tanaka (Yes THAT Masato Tanaka) delivered a great match for NOAH! Isn't wrestling in 2021 wild? All this plus your questions talking MMA, fantasy booking, favorite matches and even a bit about our time in the Army! It's Illegal Double Team, delivered right to your ear holes!

Aug 19, 202101:57:02
Episode 75: Nick Gage, Goodbye to New Japan's Young Lions, Sakuraba vs Marafuji, Wrestling's Suicide Squad, the History of Wrestling Tape Trading and MORE!

Episode 75: Nick Gage, Goodbye to New Japan's Young Lions, Sakuraba vs Marafuji, Wrestling's Suicide Squad, the History of Wrestling Tape Trading and MORE!

Who would make up wrestling's Suicide Squad? That's one of many wacky questions the Snowdens answered from you, our beloved listeners. 

We talk about Jonathan's history of tape trading back in olden times, discuss the differences between 80s wrestling and today, IWTV100, the future of the death match on the national scene and much more—including our top 5 moments of the week!


Aug 13, 202101:47:03
Episode 74: The Snowdens Run Into Their Favorite Wrestling Couple, Discuss the Legacies of Shawn Michaels and Eddie Guerrero and Plan a Trip to See Nick Gage in AEW!

Episode 74: The Snowdens Run Into Their Favorite Wrestling Couple, Discuss the Legacies of Shawn Michaels and Eddie Guerrero and Plan a Trip to See Nick Gage in AEW!

It's been quite a week for pro wrestling, with great matches popping up in AEW, New Japan, MLW and indie-favorite GCW. From this wealth of goodness, we've selected a top five that includes a Disney World surprise, Nick Gage and two different men with extremely outrageous tans. All this, plus YOUR QUESTIONS! Thanks for listening!

Jul 27, 202101:30:15
Illegal Double Team 73: Who is the REAL BAD GUY in the Kenny Omega/Hangman Page feud, a ROAD TRIP to Jacksonville, two big PPV surprises and the WWE Queen quiets the crowd!

Illegal Double Team 73: Who is the REAL BAD GUY in the Kenny Omega/Hangman Page feud, a ROAD TRIP to Jacksonville, two big PPV surprises and the WWE Queen quiets the crowd!

Wrestling crowds are back— and so is Illegal Double Team. Kristina has pledged the team will record at least once a week. And, what the boss wants, the boss gets.

In this episode, the pair look at the two big reveals from this weekend, talk about the great staff at Daily's Place in Jacksonville and a final road trip to see AEW Dynamite, share their hopes and dreams for the Hangman Page and Kenny Omega feud (plus break down why it's more gray than being portrayed) and discuss the women's wrestling matches that rocked their respective worlds.

That plus your questions! Join us, won't you?

Jul 20, 202101:39:40
Episode 72: AEW Double or Nothing, New Japan Struggles, Kenny Omega Fantasy Booking, Some Things to Look Forward To and YOUR QUESTIONS!

Episode 72: AEW Double or Nothing, New Japan Struggles, Kenny Omega Fantasy Booking, Some Things to Look Forward To and YOUR QUESTIONS!

Did you think Illegal Double Team was done? Well, we couldn't NOT talk about AEW's incredible Double or Nothing pay per view. Kristina and Jonathan make individual top fives, fantasy book Kenny Omega, worry about our beloved New Japan Pro Wrestling and take your questions. 

Jun 04, 202101:47:20
Episode 71: Bianca Belair's Big Moment, an AEW Road Trip, why Spring Break didn't hit like it normally does, BLOODSPORT, WrestleMania and your questions!

Episode 71: Bianca Belair's Big Moment, an AEW Road Trip, why Spring Break didn't hit like it normally does, BLOODSPORT, WrestleMania and your questions!

The Snowdens are back to talk about WrestleMania week, one surprisingly owned by the WWE for the first time in forever. We discuss our five favorite things of the week, including Bianca's whip and our trip to DUVAL for an AEW house show. All this plus Jon Moxley's insane match with Josh Barnett, a review of Daily Place's food offerings and assorted nonsense.

Apr 19, 202101:44:45
Episode 70: It's WrestleMania Week! The Snowdens talk about their planned trip, the big event, the crazy indy sideshows+highlight some of the best wrestling they've seen in the last couple of week

Episode 70: It's WrestleMania Week! The Snowdens talk about their planned trip, the big event, the crazy indy sideshows+highlight some of the best wrestling they've seen in the last couple of week

What better way to kick off our second season than to preview the hottest seven days in all of professional wrestling—WrestleMania week! We'll talk about the five things we're looking forward to most (like the always entertaining BloodSport and SpringBreak events) and share some thoughts about why WrestleMania itself might not be doing it for everyone this year. And that's in addition to our regular top five, which includes a fantastic episode of AEW Dynamite highlighted by the return of SUE, a classic death match between Toru Sugiura and Takayuki Ueki and much more!

All this, plus your questions, can you believe this is free?

Apr 08, 202101:39:10
Episode 69: Nice! The Snowdens talk about their road trip to AEW's Revolution, the Greatness of the WWE Network, Britt Baker and Thunder Rosa, New Japan Cup and one hour of YOUR QUESTIONS!

Episode 69: Nice! The Snowdens talk about their road trip to AEW's Revolution, the Greatness of the WWE Network, Britt Baker and Thunder Rosa, New Japan Cup and one hour of YOUR QUESTIONS!

After a year slowly going crazy, stuck in a house growing ever smaller, the Snowden family was finally released into the world. And where else would they go but Duuuuuval? 

When friend of the podcast Tony Khan confirmed the first exploding barbed wire death match in mainstream wrestling history, we knew it was time to once again venture out in public. We talk about our trip to AEW Revolution, discuss the late, great WWE Network and pay tribute toThunder Rosa vs. Britt Baker. All this, plus New Japan, Daniel Bryan and an hour of your questions! 

Mar 24, 202101:44:47
Episode 68: We talk Roman Reigns, crazy Kenny Omega, Becoming Death Match People, NXT, the weird parallel Journey of our Golden Lovers and the Royal Rumble!

Episode 68: We talk Roman Reigns, crazy Kenny Omega, Becoming Death Match People, NXT, the weird parallel Journey of our Golden Lovers and the Royal Rumble!

Just when we think we're out, professional wrestling yanks us back in. There's not much better than two big men slapping meat. That's what we discuss here! Of particular note, we break down death match psychology, why we love Kenny Omega's goofy ass, how book publishing works for some reason and discuss the parallel paths of the Golden Lovers. All this, plus your questions! Can you believe this is free!?

Jan 28, 202101:21:36
Episode 67: The Illegal Double Team 2020 Awards, Match of the Year, Wrestle Kingdom Discussion, Much Ibushi Rejoicing and YOUR QUESTIONS!

Episode 67: The Illegal Double Team 2020 Awards, Match of the Year, Wrestle Kingdom Discussion, Much Ibushi Rejoicing and YOUR QUESTIONS!

The cursed year 2020 is now firmly in the rearview mirror. The Snowdens take a look at the year that was, giving out their prestigious and very important awards for Best Male and Female wrestler, Match of the Year and other assorted categories they totally haven't already forgotten. Then the discussion moves to Wrestle Kingdom, where the GOD OF PRO WRESTLING Kota Ibushi emerged as the IWGP Champion! Rejoicing? There was much! Projections of future events? You bet!

All this, plus your wonderful questions!

Jan 11, 202101:42:29
Episode 66: Dealing with COVID, Five Things we Love about Wrestling, WWE Women, Kristina sensed Ibushi's fall, Omega's weird title push and YOUR QUESTIONS!

Episode 66: Dealing with COVID, Five Things we Love about Wrestling, WWE Women, Kristina sensed Ibushi's fall, Omega's weird title push and YOUR QUESTIONS!

After months on the shelf with a variety of personal issues to include getting goddamn COVID, the Snowdens are back to talk about their beloved pro wrestling.

We talk Kenny Omega's weird title push, how Kristina predicted Ibushi losing the briefcase, our love for WWE women's wrestling and which matches we expect to steal the show at Wrestle Kingdom 15. All this plus YOUR QUESTIONS!

Dec 31, 202001:41:08
Episode 65: Sami Zayn is Back, NOAH's Hard Style, the Great Kyle O'Reilly, the Gargano Way and a Look at the 2020 G1 Climax

Episode 65: Sami Zayn is Back, NOAH's Hard Style, the Great Kyle O'Reilly, the Gargano Way and a Look at the 2020 G1 Climax

September was a fantastic month of professional wrestling. Not only is WWE hitting a high point creatively but promotions around the world are in the midst of tremendous tournaments to crown champions or contenders. The Snowdens, as you might imagine, are working hard to watch it all—but it turns out it isn't humanly possible. But trying is half the battle. 

All this, plus a look at the first eight nights of the G1 Climax 30! 

Oct 05, 202001:20:07
Episode 64: Sasha Banks as the Female Ibushi, WWE SmackDown, the amazing MJF and your New Japan G-1 Climax 30 Preview

Episode 64: Sasha Banks as the Female Ibushi, WWE SmackDown, the amazing MJF and your New Japan G-1 Climax 30 Preview

What a month it's been for Sasha Banks and Bayley as WWE's dynamic duo continue to carve their names into wrestling history. We are witness to the kind of greatness never seen before in the WWE women's division—hope you're paying attention! Meanwhile, across the state of Florida in Duval, MJF makes his case as wrestling's top prospect and way across the deep blue sea, the stalwarts of New Japan Pro Wrestling prepare for the latest version of the G-1 Climax. 

And friends, let me tell you, there is no one more excited about this than Kristina Snowden. All this plus YOUR QUESTIONS! 

Sep 13, 202001:24:54
Episode 63: Old Man Minoru Suzuki, NXT Iron, the Women of Tokyo Joshi Pro, A Discussion of Chris Jericho's Fighting Prowess and our Preview of AEW's All Out

Episode 63: Old Man Minoru Suzuki, NXT Iron, the Women of Tokyo Joshi Pro, A Discussion of Chris Jericho's Fighting Prowess and our Preview of AEW's All Out

After months of meandering in the era of COVID-19, professional wrestling is starting to find its way again. New Japan held its first major show in forever at historic Jingu Stadium and, friends, it was a banger. As enjoyable in its own way was Tokyo Joshi Pro on WrestleUniverse.com where some of your favorites from Dynamite still put in work. 

Can AEW All Out top them both? We have some thoughts.

All this plus your questions! 

Sep 05, 202001:35:17
Episode 62: The Greatness of the Dark Order, Women in WWE Getting it Done, Pro Wrestling NOAH and a Question about Master Wato?

Episode 62: The Greatness of the Dark Order, Women in WWE Getting it Done, Pro Wrestling NOAH and a Question about Master Wato?

It's been more than a month since we did this weekly podcast. What can we say? It's a weird time in the world and the wrestling media landscape has left one of us mildly despondent about the future. But we persist! 

Whatever...the important thing is that we are back and happy to talk about the only thing on this planet that provides consistent joy. And that's the great SPORT of professional wrestling.

Aug 26, 202001:27:36
Episode 61: AEW's Wild Eight Man Tag, New Japan Shenanigans, Rediscovering Lucha Underground and Jonathan Likes FTR Now?

Episode 61: AEW's Wild Eight Man Tag, New Japan Shenanigans, Rediscovering Lucha Underground and Jonathan Likes FTR Now?

In this episode we talk about AEW's incredible Fyter Fest and New Japan's unexpected shenanigans and Lucha Underground. All this plus Kristina's most embarrassing fan girl moments and YOUR QUESTIONS!

Jul 16, 202001:05:59
Episode 60: AEW's Minivan Mom, the Immaculate Style of Sasha Banks, a Look Ahead to the New Japan Cup Finals and You Questions!

Episode 60: AEW's Minivan Mom, the Immaculate Style of Sasha Banks, a Look Ahead to the New Japan Cup Finals and You Questions!

New Japan is back. NXT is delivering minor classics. AEW is doing AEW things. Is it just us, or is wrestling starting to feel like wrestling again? In this episode the Snowdens discuss the first night of Fyter Fest/Great American Bash and take a look forward at some incredible mat action coming our way soon!

Jul 08, 202001:02:07
Episode 59: Yoshi-Hashi Pulls a Yoshi-Hashi, The Beautiful Drama of Kota Ibushi and our New Japan Cup Quarterfinal Picks

Episode 59: Yoshi-Hashi Pulls a Yoshi-Hashi, The Beautiful Drama of Kota Ibushi and our New Japan Cup Quarterfinal Picks

Another early morning, another New Japan Cup event to discuss. Today our beloved Kota Ibushi runs into Taichi and his Iron Glove of Doom, Yoshi-Hashi totally pulls a Yoshi-Hashi, and the Snowdens make their New Japan Cup quarterfinal predictions!

Jul 01, 202020:47
Episode 58: The Brilliance of Toru Yano, Okada vs. Nagata and Predicting the New Japan Cup's Right Side Round Two

Episode 58: The Brilliance of Toru Yano, Okada vs. Nagata and Predicting the New Japan Cup's Right Side Round Two

Toru Yano, vile trickster and all-around degenerate, looked to continue his run to the top of New Japan Pro Wrestling. Sure, it's been delayed over a decade—but his ascension seems inevitable. Standing in the way at this year's New Japan Cup was Hiromu Takahashi, IWGP Junior champion and glorious wrestling weirdo. 

Who emerged to face Ishii in the quarterfinals? We discuss. All this, plus a right side bracket prediction that changes AS WE ARE DELIVERING IT! Who else is this flexible in their thinking? There are the Snowdens and then there is everyone else!

Jun 30, 202023:15
Episode 57: The New Japan Cup Continues with Old Man Kojima and an Otherwise Lackluster Night in Tokyo Plus 2nd Round Predictions!

Episode 57: The New Japan Cup Continues with Old Man Kojima and an Otherwise Lackluster Night in Tokyo Plus 2nd Round Predictions!

The Snowdens are back just a day after their last episode. Why? Because the New Japan Cup doesn't stop and we don't either. In this episode we talk about the final first round matches and take a look at tomorrow's round two action. 

Jun 23, 202020:32
Episode 56: In Which We Discuss that Time Two Old Guys Tried to Murder Each Other and the Geniuses Doing Genius Things (AKA New Japan Cup Day Two and Three)

Episode 56: In Which We Discuss that Time Two Old Guys Tried to Murder Each Other and the Geniuses Doing Genius Things (AKA New Japan Cup Day Two and Three)

Two old men tried to kill each other in a wrestling ring. And the Snowdens, sickos that they are, loved every minute. Relive New Japan Cup Day Two and Day Three with Kristina and Jonathan as they talk BUSTED BRACKETS, wrestling genius, Taichi's general despicableness and the glory that is New Japan Pro Wrestling.

All this, plus a guest appearance from a shrieking child!

Jun 22, 202033:30
Episode 55: New Japan Cup Day 1 and Right Side Bracket Preview! Tana! Taichi! Fat Boys! Despie and Ishii in a Banger! More!

Episode 55: New Japan Cup Day 1 and Right Side Bracket Preview! Tana! Taichi! Fat Boys! Despie and Ishii in a Banger! More!

Despite the audience numbers clearly indicating YOU DO NOT CARE, we are covering the New Japan Cup every single day anyway. I mean, whatever right? In this episode, we watch Day One and celebrate the Junior Heavyweights and discuss our thoughts on the right side of the bracket. 

What does the future hold for Ibushi and Sanada? Can the Dangerous Tekkers prevail? And what about poor old Tenzan? Some thoughts, we've got them!

Jun 16, 202033:13
Episode 54: Daniel Bryan and AJ Styles Do What they Do, The Greatest Wrestling Match Ever, and the New Japan Cup Left Bracket Preview!

Episode 54: Daniel Bryan and AJ Styles Do What they Do, The Greatest Wrestling Match Ever, and the New Japan Cup Left Bracket Preview!

Ready for the New Japan Cup? Jonathan and Kristina are! They are back to share a little historical perspective and rundown the left side of the bracket. The Snowdens will be in action ALL MONTH LONG with same day mini-podcasts as the tournament continues. Plus a top five from the first normal-ish week wrestling fans have had in ages!

Jun 15, 202038:59
Episode 53: NXT Takeover In Our House, A Man Wrestles a Doll to the Death, AEW Storylines and the Return of New Japan!

Episode 53: NXT Takeover In Our House, A Man Wrestles a Doll to the Death, AEW Storylines and the Return of New Japan!

In this episode the Snowdens talk AEW storylines, DDT madness, the return of their beloved New Japan Pro Wrestling and the epic NXT Takeover match between Charlotte Flair, Io Shirai and Rhea Ripley.

All this plus your questions and a rare disagreement—is FTR good for AEW or will the tag team bring disharmony to a fandom built on positivity. We work through our feelings and sort it out live on the air for your pleasure.

Join us, won't you?

Jun 10, 202001:40:06
Episode 52: The Snowdens Maybe Go A Bit Overboard on AEW Double or Nothing Praise, Kristina's Kenny Omega Troll, and Your Questions!

Episode 52: The Snowdens Maybe Go A Bit Overboard on AEW Double or Nothing Praise, Kristina's Kenny Omega Troll, and Your Questions!

We were pretty sad about missing out on a second family trip to Las Vegas for Double or Nothing—until the bell rang. The wrestlers of AEW proceeded to leave jaws on the ground with an absolutely epic performance that culminated with the indescribable Stadium Stampede match. 

Despite calling it "indescribable" in the previous sentence, be assured we gave it our best shot! That plus the rest of our Top Five and your questions, including Kristina's chance to re-live the time she trolled poor Jonathan with her Kenny Omega fandom.

May 26, 202001:25:06
Illegal Double Team Episode 51: Shamrock Book Release, AEW's Genius Street Fight, Chris Jericho Makes his GOAT case and MUCH MORE!

Illegal Double Team Episode 51: Shamrock Book Release, AEW's Genius Street Fight, Chris Jericho Makes his GOAT case and MUCH MORE!

The Snowdens are back! You think the Coronavirus was going to stop us from talking about pro wrestling? Are you out of your mind? In this episode we tackle the greatness of AEW's empty arena offerings, the release of Jonathan's new book about Ken Shamrock and much, much more! 

Join us, won't you?

May 12, 202001:24:02
Episode 50: In this WrestleMania 36 Special Edition the Snowdens Break Down the Epic Firefly Funhouse match and much more!

Episode 50: In this WrestleMania 36 Special Edition the Snowdens Break Down the Epic Firefly Funhouse match and much more!

The weirdest time of our lives was matched by a WrestleMania that met this moment in history square on. In this episode the Snowdens pick a Top Five from WrestleMania 36 and Jonathan breaks down the FireFly Funhouse segment in detail. The greatest artistic moment in the history of WWE.

This plus your questions! Thanks for joining us!

Apr 08, 202001:27:29
Episode 49: The Coronavirus Impacts the Wrestling World—But the Show(s) Must Go On!

Episode 49: The Coronavirus Impacts the Wrestling World—But the Show(s) Must Go On!

Last time we gathered for the podcast, the world was still relatively sane. We were talking about WrestleMania plans, had just booked our trip to AEW's Double or Nothing and, mostly, it was business as usual for the sport of kings. 

That, of course, is no longer true.

In this episode the Snowdens grapple with COVID-19, come up with a Top Five and take your Questions! Thanks for listening. Take care of each other.

Mar 24, 202001:21:25
Episode 48: The Snowdens go to AEW in Atlanta for Cody's Epic Cage Match, Big Nakanishi retires and Jonathan talks to John Cena (in 2003)

Episode 48: The Snowdens go to AEW in Atlanta for Cody's Epic Cage Match, Big Nakanishi retires and Jonathan talks to John Cena (in 2003)

Another live AEW event means one thing—another incredible night of wrestling for the Snowden family. We talk about Cody's incredible cage match against Wardlow, the latest from New Japan and DEBUT a part of Jonathan's interview with John Cena from back in 2003 for the Armed Forces Network. All this plus your questions, a discussion of the WWE Ruthless Aggression documentary series and much more!

Feb 29, 202001:39:44
Episode 47: New Japan's Incredible New Beginning in Osaka, An Ode to Riho and a Look Back at the Best Matches of 1980!

Episode 47: New Japan's Incredible New Beginning in Osaka, An Ode to Riho and a Look Back at the Best Matches of 1980!

This week the Snowden's top five includes a match from Absolute Intense Wrestling, the best of New Japan's incredible show in Osaka, the demise of Riho and the first of 39 segments reviewing the best matches of 1980-2019 as selected by Pro Wrestling Illustrated and the Wrestling Observer! 

All this, plus YOUR QUESTIONS! We are back to being weekly friends!

Feb 14, 202001:37:32
Episode 46: BONUS episode as we discuss the crazy trip to see our beloved AEW LIVE in Huntsville! Vomit! Front row tickets! Whippings!

Episode 46: BONUS episode as we discuss the crazy trip to see our beloved AEW LIVE in Huntsville! Vomit! Front row tickets! Whippings!

What happens when the Snowdens travel to Huntsville to see AEW? Chaos friends, chaos. From the epic lashing of Cody Rhodes to the infamous projectile vomit, we talk about the good, bad and ugly of our trip. Plus the top 5 and all of your questions!


Feb 08, 202001:45:03
Episode 45: The Snowdens see New Japan in Atlanta and Have Their First Negative Live Wrestling Experience

Episode 45: The Snowdens see New Japan in Atlanta and Have Their First Negative Live Wrestling Experience

I suppose it was bound to happen. After a year of wild, wacky, but ultimately fulfilling wrestling experiences, Team Snowden is forced to deal with an inevitable truth—sometimes people are jerks. They talk about their experience at a New Japan Pro Wrestling show in Atlanta, pick a Top Five for the week and take on your questions!

Feb 05, 202001:21:07
Episode 44: Jonathan Goes Backstage at Royal Rumble and NXT When Worlds Collide in a "Boys in the Back" Special Edition
Jan 29, 202001:25:04
Road Trip to AEW Dynamite in Jacksonville and the Live AEW Experience Headlines Episode 43, plus our Wrestle Kingdom Review and YOUR QUESTIONS!

Road Trip to AEW Dynamite in Jacksonville and the Live AEW Experience Headlines Episode 43, plus our Wrestle Kingdom Review and YOUR QUESTIONS!

Only two weeks late thanks to the scourge of the flu, the Snowdens FINALLY check in with their road report from the first AEW Dynamite of the year in Jacksonville. What's it like to attend one of these shows live? Strap in and find out. Plus we discuss New Japan Pro Wrestling's incredible two night Wrestle Kingdom in the Tokyo Dome and answer many of your questions!


Join us, won't you?

Jan 16, 202001:20:27
Illegal Double Team Episode 42: The Best Wrestling of 2019

Illegal Double Team Episode 42: The Best Wrestling of 2019

We've watched a lot of wrestling in 2019. If you listen to this podcast, it's quite likely you did too. What were the five best matches of the year? Who was the best wrestler? Our favorite moments? Jonathan and Kristina both sound off in the final episode of 2019.

Dec 31, 201901:48:30
Episode 41: The Snowdens Prepare Themselves for New Japan's Wrestle Kingdom, Watch Tom Lawlor and Minoru Suzuki in a high school gym and take YOUR QUESTIONS!

Episode 41: The Snowdens Prepare Themselves for New Japan's Wrestle Kingdom, Watch Tom Lawlor and Minoru Suzuki in a high school gym and take YOUR QUESTIONS!

Two nights of Wrestle Kingdom? We wondered how New Japan would pull off Dome shows on consecutive evenings—but you've got to love it when a plan comes together. This plus our top five and your questions! 

Dec 20, 201901:02:52
Illegal Double Team Episode 40: SmackDown Road Trip, a Golden Lovers heavy Top 5, Jim Cornette and your Questions

Illegal Double Team Episode 40: SmackDown Road Trip, a Golden Lovers heavy Top 5, Jim Cornette and your Questions

For the first time ever, the Snowdens travel to see a WWE television product. The result? Much fun was had, believe it or not. 

We also talk about our Top 5, our very weird Golden Lovers and answer your questions. Join us, won't you?

Dec 03, 201901:24:51
Illegal Double Team Episode 39: Team Snowden Travels to AEW's Full Gear and Returns with Many Thoughts about Wrestling and Life

Illegal Double Team Episode 39: Team Snowden Travels to AEW's Full Gear and Returns with Many Thoughts about Wrestling and Life

The Snowden family got on a plane and flew to Baltimore, Maryland, for AEW's latest pay-per-view Full Gear. What's it like to attend big time wrestling in person? And what did we love most about the night? If you were wondering, wonder no more! That plus your questions on the latest episode of what may be the world's only pro wrestling podcast.

Nov 15, 201901:21:56
Episode 38: Kenny Omega's Epic Whirlwind of a Week, Cody and Dustin in the Dippin Dots and New Japan's American Adventures

Episode 38: Kenny Omega's Epic Whirlwind of a Week, Cody and Dustin in the Dippin Dots and New Japan's American Adventures

Kenny Omega had one of the greatest weeks in recent wrestling history, wrestling three distinct matches on television, each a masterpiece in its own right. We talk about that, Cody Rhodes and Chris Jericho lighting the screen on fire and New Japan's upcoming adventures. 

All this, plus your questions! Join us, won't you?

Oct 25, 201901:28:02