In this episode, Anthony and Joe deliver a sharp, humorous, and unfiltered review of WWE’s latest programming, focusing on the fallout from War Games and the current state of Monday Night Raw. They debate the quality of the pay-per-view, critique WWE’s creative direction and booking—especially the use of gimmick matches and the influence of agents and writers—and discuss the ongoing storylines involving Jay Uso, Roman Reigns, and the Bloodline. The hosts also spotlight the women’s division, particularly the evolving dynamic between Maxine Dupree and Natalya, and praise standout performances like Gunther’s match with Solo Sikoa. Throughout, they mix wrestling insight with fan perspective, touch on the live event experience and ticket prices, and offer forward-looking thoughts on WWE’s future, all while keeping the conversation lively and engaging.
00:06 – The challenge of grading multi-person matches
01:10 – Cage match gimmicks and creative frustrations
05:31 – Blame game: creative, agents, and match quality
06:10 – Extended intro and transition to Raw review
06:10 – Jay Uso’s storyline and emotional promo
18:11 – Roman Reigns, Bloodline, and the future of the faction
22:55 – Under Armour ad parody and Maxine Dupree’s storyline
30:33 – Natty as a mentor and women’s division storytelling
36:00 – Maxine Dupree’s character direction and limitations
54:00 – WWE’s use of veteran talent
01:01:50 – Raw’s “epic” billing and show structure critique
01:20:00 – Main event: Women’s tag match and aftermath
01:28:36 – Closing thoughts, Gunther praise, and sign-off
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