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Two brothers, Peter A and Smiley Arriaga discussing the world of professional wrestling.
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AEW Grand Slam 2022

The Wrestling CaucusOct 02, 2022

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AEW Revolution 2024 Recap
Mar 07, 202439:52
WWE Elimination Chamber Recap / AEW Revolution Preview
Feb 28, 202457:23
WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Recap

WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Recap

The Wrestling Caucus recaps the eventful Royal Rumble along with WWE working with other promotions, Jade Cargill, the next steps for Cody Rhodes and Bayley after winning their Royal Rumble matches and more!

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Jan 30, 202444:43
WWE Royal Rumble 2024 Preview
Jan 26, 202433:25
AEW Worlds End Recap
Jan 01, 202434:49
AEW Worlds End Preview
Dec 29, 202339:45
WWE Return of CM Punk, Survivor Series and Full Gear 2023
Dec 01, 202327:57
AEW Grand Slam 2023
Sep 29, 202349:38
AEW All In, All Out, WWE Payback Recap
Sep 08, 202301:10:15
WWE SummerSlam 2023: The Recap
Aug 11, 202334:34
WWE SummerSlam 2023: The Preview
Aug 04, 202339:39
WWE SummerSlam 2013
Jul 30, 202337:41
Fight Forever First Impressions + Forbidden Door and Money In The Bank
Jul 08, 202342:38
AEW Collision Recap: Tell Me When I'm Telling Lies!
Jun 25, 202337:22
The Launch of AEW Collision, Double or Nothing Disappoints, WWE Night of Champions Excels
May 31, 202344:25
WWE Backlash '23 - Puerto Rican Destroyer
May 12, 202336:51
Wrestlemania Goes Hollywood Again: The Recap
Apr 09, 202352:39
Wrestlemania Goes Hollywood Again: The Preview

Wrestlemania Goes Hollywood Again: The Preview

Its Wrestlemania season! You know what that means, its time for The Wrestling Caucus to preview the massive two night event emanating from Sofi Stadium April 1-2! Listen to us discuss the last time Wrestlemania went Hollywood back in 2005 and the stars that show made and the possibility for history to repeat itself this year. We also talked up all of the matches officially and unofficially announced, the depth of The Bloodline storyline, whether or not Wrestlemania should remain a two night event, the over abundance of championships and more!


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Mar 26, 202346:04
AEW Revolution '23 Recap

AEW Revolution '23 Recap

This week on The Wrestling Caucus we talk about the very exciting AEW Revolution PPV that featured a bloody Texas Death war between Jon Moxley and Adam Page, the dramatic Ironman match between MJF and Bryan Danielson and the lively San Francisco crowd at the Chase Center. We also talk about the longevity of the Trios Titles, MJF's actions during the media scrum and where Jay White will show up after losing to Eddie Kingston at NJPW's Battle In The Valley. 

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Mar 12, 202342:37
Chamber of Athletes

Chamber of Athletes

On the 2023 premiere of The Wrestling Caucus, we talk up the fantastic WWE Elimination Chamber show that took place in front of a passionate Montreal audience. Although this was one of the best WWE PPVs in recent years, we discuss what’s missing from recent Elimination Chamber matches. We're also approaching AEW Revolution and we talk up the current build and if the card as it stands is worth the money. 

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Feb 26, 202329:18
What Full Gear and Survivor Series 2022 Say About Wrestling

What Full Gear and Survivor Series 2022 Say About Wrestling

On the final caucus of 2022, we talk up the recent shows from AEW and WWE and what they say about the current state of wrestling. AEW Full Gear saw the promotions top heel, MJF become World Champion to a warm reaction. WWE Survivor Series saw the promotion revive the War Games concept and heel factions also receiving positive crowd reactions. What is the psychology of wrestling today? Is it good versus evil or are fans just reacting to the people they resonate with regardless of their moral standing? 

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Dec 04, 202237:08
Time To Talk WWE Again!

Time To Talk WWE Again!

This week on The Wrestling Caucus we find ourselves talking about an WWE again after a recent string of quality shows. While far from perfect, Triple H's creative direction is displaying something that Vince McMahon lacked...direction! Listen for a big talk on highlights of Extreme Rules including Bayley and Bianca Belair's ladder match which was one of a few title matches on the show and the re-debut of Bray Wyatt. We were also at the Raw after Extreme Rules at Barclays Center in Brooklyn where we saw a highly entertaining segment featuring the returning Brock Lesnar! 

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Oct 16, 202226:27
AEW Grand Slam 2022

AEW Grand Slam 2022

The Wrestling Caucus is back to talk up the second annual AEW Grand Slam from Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, NY! Both of us were there live so listen to us run down our favorite moments from the show, such as Mox vs Danielson II, the debut of Saraya (FKA Paige), The Acclaimed capturing the AEW World Tag Team Titles, and more! We also talk up WWE bringing back War Games for Survivor Series, their continued use of gimmick themed pay-per-views, and if the product has improved under the leadership of Triple H. 

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Oct 02, 202233:22
WWE Wrestlemania 38 Recap

WWE Wrestlemania 38 Recap

This week on The Wrestling Caucus we recap an entire weekend of Wrestlemania! Listen as we once again discuss if Wrestlemania works as a two night event, the return of Cody Rhodes to WWE, the in ring return of Stone Cold Steve Austin, long video packages, the core fanbase of WWE, the great storytelling of Bianca Belair and Becky Lynch, and more! 

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Apr 09, 202230:27
The Second Brock Lesnar Run

The Second Brock Lesnar Run

This week on The Wrestling Caucus, Peter A and smileyarriaga discuss 10 years of Brock Lesnar's second run with WWE that started with the night after Wrestlemania 28 in 2012 and is still going on as he heads to Wrestlemania 38 to once again challenge Roman Reigns. Listen as the two brothers talk up his return match against John Cena at Extreme Rules 2012, the second Goldberg program that arguably made up for their Wrestlemania 20 match (yikes), his fantastic one-offs with AJ Styles, Bryan Danielson, and more! 

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Mar 19, 202258:44
AEW Revolution 2022 Recap

AEW Revolution 2022 Recap

The Wrestling Caucus returns a week later to recap the loaded, star-heavy AEW Revolution show! Peter A and smileyarriaga talk the intense MJF and CM Punk Dog Collar war and why you must go out of your way to watch it. The fantastic opener which had Eddie Kingston beating the respect out of Chris Jericho which proves wrestling can be great when its simple. Speaking of which, Peter and Smiley discuss why Jade Cargil and Tay Conti accomplished so much by doing so little. 

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Mar 12, 202230:19
AEW Revolution 2022 Preview

AEW Revolution 2022 Preview

The Wrestling Caucus kicks off March previewing AEW's first PPV of 2022, Revolution! Peter A and smileyarriaga run down the nine match card for tomorrow's (March 6th) show including the Dog Collar match between CM Punk and MJF, the interesting "Sports Entertainment" vs "Pro wrestling" program between Eddie Kingston and Chris Jericho, and the two possible outcomes of the Face of The Revolution ladder match. The two brothers also talk up both Women's title matches including the AEW Women's World Title match between Britt Baker and Thunder Rosa which follows up their famous unsanctioned match last year. Lets not forget Jade Cargill's undefeated streak is on the line as well as her TBS Title against the returning Tay Conti! Will Tay's karate shit be enough to give Cargil her first loss? We shall see.

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Mar 05, 202225:23
Remember Guys, It Doesn't Count
Feb 12, 202201:09:41
AEW Full Gear 2021 Recap

AEW Full Gear 2021 Recap

This week on The Wrestling Caucus, we recap what was probably the best AEW Full Gear card since its inception in 2019. I (Peter A) was at the Target Center in Minneapolis and Smileyarriaga was back in New York watching it on PPV. I noticed a lot of CM Punk merch and Smiley, (among others) had issues with the PPV broadcast. Punk and Kingston beat the shit out of each other without traditional heel and face dynamics, Britt Baker is amazing, Tay Conti is a future star, Bryan Danielson is probably the best wrestler in the world (no secret), Thunder Rosa on the Buy In is questionable at best, and Mr Cowboy Shit finally beat Kenny! AEW seems to be investing in the future but I really wish they would do so in under four hours.

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Nov 20, 202138:15
AEW Full Gear 2021 Preview

AEW Full Gear 2021 Preview

The Wrestling Caucus returns for a mid week conversation around AEW's big November PPV, Full Gear! Listen to us run down this years card and discuss what may be a huge moment for Adam Page, the unique booking of C.M. Punk and Eddie Kingston, how far Britt Baker has come, and more! 

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Nov 10, 202142:07
The Name of The Game Is Psychology

The Name of The Game Is Psychology

On a brand new episode of The Wrestling Caucus, we talk up the WWE Champion, Big E and the meaning behind his recent interview on The Breakfast Club, why everyone should pay attention to All Japan Pro Wrestling and Pro Wrestling NOAH, and the recent troubling news regarding Ring of Honor. We also talk up one of the most important aspects of wrestling, psychology. We're much more positive this week, trust us. 

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Nov 06, 202129:37
We Have To Talk About WWE

We Have To Talk About WWE

Returning from our apathetic nap, The Wrestling Caucus is back to discuss whether or not to talk WWE on this show unless theres a Dwayne Johnson level angle that takes place. Why? World Wrestling Entertainment is void of any wrestling logic and has not been very entertaining as of late. Dolls, zombies, a minority of compelling characters and a complete lack of cohesive storytelling have made it impossible to watch this promotion from a week to week basis. We also give our thoughts from attending both AEW Dynamite shows in the tri-state area at the Prudential Center in Newark, NJ and at Arthur Ashe Stadium in Queens, NY. 


Oct 16, 202159:29
Interviewers! Are Now

Interviewers! Are Now

This week on The Wrestling Caucus, myself (Peter A) and smileyarriaga talk interviewers in wrestling. What about them you say? Well, smiley was annoyed seeing how interviewers were portrayed on TV. He has a point because in WWE, interviewers can come across as robotic tools with no credibility or personality. In AEW, some of their more credible interviewers are not taken seriously by the wrestlers because they are either shoved aside, super kicked, and they usually have their mics taken away from them. I personally think pro-wrestling is moving away from establishing new credible interviewers. Alicia Atout from MLW seems to be the exception but hopefully she will become the rule. 

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Jul 31, 202123:54
Momentum Squandered

Momentum Squandered

On June 27th, 2011, CM Punk cut his infamous "pipebomb" promo, a worked shoot angle that turned him into one of the most popular starts in WWE. Ten years later, The Wrestling Caucus, Peter A and smileyarriaga reflect on The Summer of Punk and how his momentum was squandered that summer by getting into a pointless program with Kevin Nash and subsequently losing clean to Triple H, who transitioning into an office role both in storyline and in real life. Throughout the 2010's, Becky Lynch, Daniel Brian, and Kofi Kingston all built an organic connection with WWE fans similar to CM Punk, all to have their momentum slowed down in some form. 

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Jun 27, 202152:45
Good and Bad in Wrestling II

Good and Bad in Wrestling II

On the latest edition of The Wrestling Caucus, Peter A and Smileyarriaga share more good and bad aspects of modern pro-wrestling! Among the good things discussed are Botchamania, special TV main events such as AEW's Blood and Guts match and the recent Daniel Bryan and Roman Reigns Universal title match on Smackdown. Some of the bad things mentioned are inter-gender wrestling, AEW's confusing ranking system, and the recent zombie lumberjack match at WWE Wrestlemania Backlash. 

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May 30, 202134:21
The Good and Bad of Wrestling

The Good and Bad of Wrestling

The Wrestling Caucus is back! After a months long hiatus, Peter A and Smiley Arriaga start fresh in 2021 on a monthly basis with a big talk on what they love and hate about pro-wrestling! The bad - Smiley is not a fan of celebrities in wrestling and Peter finds it hard to take some wrestlers seriously. The good - Smiley likes MJF and Peter A discusses the television industry picking up more wrestling programing. 

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May 09, 202143:32
TWC 15: Game Over II

TWC 15: Game Over II

The Wrestling Caucus is back! Peter A and Smiley Arriaga return to discuss the launch of All Elite Wrestling's video game division, AEW Games and their upcoming untitled console game. They talk about some of the things they would like to see in this game such as match types, a create-a-wrestler community, a season mode and more! G4TV announced that they are relaunching in 2021 and Peter A and Smiley give their thoughts on WWE's Xavier Woods aka Austin Creed joining the network as a host and the possibility of other wrestlers getting invoiced. 

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Dec 06, 202027:56
TWC 14: All About Ambience

TWC 14: All About Ambience

On Episode 14 of The Wrestling Caucus, Peter A & Smiley Arriaga explain why main-event level wrestlers should NOT reply to Twitter trolls (especially those with a very low follower count). They also recap the rather dull WWE Payback PPV with an admirable attempt to make Keith Lee. Meanwhile, over in Jacksonsville, AEW's annual All Out PPV fell flat on ambience and Peter A and Smiley speak on possibilities to why the show came across dead on TV. They also examine the depth of the Orange Cassidy character and the star making moment that was the Mimosa Mayhem match with Chris Jericho. 

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Sep 13, 202036:49
TWC 13: Summer of Wrestling 2020
Aug 30, 202045:11
TWC 12: Why We Watch Wrestling
Jul 26, 202040:48
TWC 11: Tag Teams! Are All Elite
Jul 12, 202031:09
TWC 10: WWE Fatal 4 Way 2010
Jun 20, 202052:39
TWC 9: Wrestling! Is Now
Jun 16, 202036:53
TWC Bonus: WWE Backlash 2020 Thoughts & Predictions
Jun 12, 202028:36
TWC Bonus: NXT Takeover In Your House
Jun 08, 202030:12
TWC 7: A Tale of Two Main Events
May 25, 202037:37
TWC 6: The Climb
May 17, 202037:11
TWC 5: Game Over
May 10, 202002:05:39
TWC 4: Beautiful Garbage
May 03, 202001:39:39
TWC 3: Experimental Wrestlemania

TWC 3: Experimental Wrestlemania

On Episode 3 of The Wrestling Caucus, Peter A and Smiley Arriaga discuss the standouts (both good and bad) of the first ever two night WrestleMania. They also talk up the divisive nature of the AJ Styles/Undertaker and Bray Wyatt/John Cena matches, how NXT talent have been used in recent months, and if a double dose of Wrestlemania will work in the future.

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Apr 12, 202001:02:47