In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast, Eric dives into the latest WWE Smackdown drama as Randy Orton confronts WWE Champion Cody Rhodes about his alliance with Roman Reigns, and Nia Jax warns Tiffany Stratton before WWE Bad Blood. Plus, Bayley becomes the number one contender, and The Bloodline picks up a big win! Eric also previews WWE’s final 3-hour Monday Night Raw, featuring CM Punk and Drew McIntyre’s heated confrontation, and MVP's AEW Dynamite debut with the Hurt Syndicate. Finally, we break down Netflix’s controversial Vince McMahon documentary, “Mr. McMahon,” and AEW star Orange Cassidy’s thoughts on AEW’s top wrestlers.

Segment 1: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast, Eric recaps the explosive WWE Smackdown! Randy Orton confronts WWE Champion Cody Rhodes about his controversial decision to team up with Roman Reigns ahead of WWE Bad Blood. WWE Women’s Champion Nia Jax sends a fierce message to Tiffany Stratton, leaving fans wondering if we’ll see a surprise cash-in. Meanwhile, Bayley secures her spot as the number one contender by defeating Naomi, and The Bloodline picks up a crucial win over Kevin Owens and Randy Orton—thanks to Cody Rhodes’ costly mishap. Tune in as Eric breaks down all the action and sets the stage for what’s next in WWE! 

Segment 2: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast, Eric previews WWE’s action-packed final 3-hour Monday Night RAW before transitioning to a 2-hour format. Get ready for CM Punk and Drew McIntyre’s intense final face-off before their Hell in a Cell match at WWE Bad Blood! Plus, Lyra Valkyria battles Zoey Stark, Rey Mysterio faces off with Xavier Woods, and newly crowned Intercontinental Champion Jey Uso is set to speak. The Judgement Day goes head-to-head with the LWO, and we’re in for an explosive “Last Monster Standing” match between Braun Strowman and Bronson Reed. Join Eric as he dives into all the must-watch moments and sets the stage for an unforgettable RAW! 

Segment 3: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast, Eric covers the shocking debut of MVP at AEW Dynamite’s Grand Slam! The leader of the Hurt Syndicate made a huge splash in Tony Khan’s promotion, igniting rumors that Bobby Lashley and Shelton Benjamin are on their way to AEW as well. The wrestling world is buzzing about what this means for AEW’s future and how the Hurt Syndicate could dominate the roster. Join Eric as he breaks down the debut, its impact on AEW, and what we can expect next from MVP and potentially Lashley and Benjamin. Tune in for all the insider details and analysis of this game-changing moment! 

Segment 4: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast, Eric dives deep into the first episode of Netflix’s highly anticipated and controversial docu-series, "Mr. McMahon." This episode covers the rise of Vince McMahon, from his complicated relationship with his father to his eventual takeover of WWE. Eric unpacks how wrestling legends like Hulk Hogan, Macho Man Randy Savage, Dusty Rhodes, and Bob Backlund helped shape the 1980s wrestling boom, and how Vince leveraged pop culture stars like Cyndi Lauper, Mr. T, and Bob Costas to put WWE on the mainstream map. Tune in for a detailed breakdown of the good, the bad, and the ugly side of one of wrestling’s most polarizing figures! 

Segment 5: In this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast, Eric dives into AEW star “Freshly Squeezed” Orange Cassidy’s picks for the top AEW wrestlers in the company’s five-year history. Cassidy names legends like Bryan Danielson, Kazuchika Okada, Will Ospreay, and Kenny Omega, stating that AEW is truly where the best talent in the world competes. Eric breaks down Cassidy’s thoughts and discusses how these wrestlers have shaped AEW into one of the top wrestling promotions today. Don’t miss this deep dive into AEW’s elite, where Eric adds his own take on why AEW continues to attract top-tier talent and fans alike!

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