This week, it’s a Labour Day Weekend in Canada, which means a long weekend of wrestling to watch!

Mike McGuire takes us through some of the press conferences that took place this week, including Tony Khan’s All-Out pre-show as well as Paul Levesque’s post Clash At The Castle remarks.

Among things discussed included WWE’s “World Cup” style globalization plans, Seth Rollins, Liv Morgan and Gunther talking about their opportunities and dreams came into light.

Also, during the AEW All Out pre-show presser, Tony Khan sparked some interest from Thunder Rosa fans and followers, seemingly going out of his way to complain about his company’s current Women’s World Champion.  Was he justified in doing so, or is there something we don’t know about?

Plus, some of your feedback on this weekend’s WWE Clash At The Castle and more!

This week, you get a special sitdown between SNME’s Mike McGuire and Former WWE Head Writer, and Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s go-to-guy at Seven Bucks Productions, Brian Gewirtz!

Mike and Brian talk all about stories from his new book, “There’s Just One Problem”, available now virtually everywhere books are sold.  While Brian has been doing a LOT of wrestling media to promote this new release, you’re going to hear stories and perspectives even he says haven’t been discussed anywhere else!

Also, as rumors of backstage drama and real-life tensions between the AEW roster mount, Mike and The Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer go through some of what’s known, what’s suspected, and what needs to be done.

Also, Dave and Mike talk about the absences from SmackDown in Montreal, Clash at the Castle potential outcomes, and whether or not the NXT Europe plan actually seems feasible.  

The Red and Blue Brands in WWE are being sprinkled with Black and Gold…

AEW is ramping up some defense just in the nick of time…

ECW Fans will have some reading to do, and more!

This week, Mike McGuire walks us through the week that was, including more former NXT and WWE stars returning under the Triple H Regime in WWE.

Also, Mike and Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer discuss the life and career of “Judo” Gene LeBell, the combat sports icon who passed away earlier this week.

Next up, you’re going to meet one of the newer independent wrestling promoters in Canada – his name is Spencer Love.  Spencer and Mike talk about the challenges a new promoter faces, lessons learned along the way, and how his company, “Love Pro Wrestling” looks to differentiate themselves.

Lastly, some of your feedback on the week’s events.  Thank you for your continued support of SNME!

This week, the “New WWE” is the talk of the industry. With the returns of Karrion Kross, Scarlett, Dakota Kai and more rumored to be on the way, WWE is certainly capitalizing on the renewed interest since Vince McMahon’s departure.

Also, we’re a week removed from Ric Flair’s last match, and he was in Puerto Rico tossing fists with the Colons this past weekend. The Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer breaks down the tag match from Nashville, and offers some candid thoughts on Flair, his life, and whether he harms his own legacy. Mike and Dave also talk about the buildup to Clash at the Castle, yet more rumors on the AEW Tag Team scene and more.

Next up, Daxavier Josiah joins Mike McGuire for an in-depth conversation on what the feeling was like for Dax as he watched Ron Simmons become the first “recognized” African-American World Champion in professional wrestling.

Also, your feedback on who YOU are hoping to see back under the WWE brand and more!

This week, Canada’s only national wrestling radio show gets to talk about… WRESTLING!

Post-Vince McMahon, WWE’s first PLE under the new creative head, Paul “Triple H” Levesque had a lot of fans talking. 

All Elite Wrestling has announced their first Canadian dates for Toronto – which has us wondering why they went for such a small venue.  Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer and host Mike McGuire talk about the decision to bring AEW to the Coca Cola Coliseum, and why they may be selling themselves short on a bigger debut.

Also, Mike sits down back in the Dream Machine with Impact Wrestling’s Raj Singh for an enlightening interview on what it’s like working there, how he feels Impact has made great gains, and why he is proud to be a part of it.  He also talks about his family’s legacy in wrestling, including The Great Gama Singh, his father, and working alongside the Hart Family.

The man who undoubtedly revolutionized the Professional Wrestling Industry now walks away quietly, and some say, disgraced. What will happen the post-Vince McMahon pro-wrestling industry?

Mike McGuire and Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer discuss McMahon’s past scandals, and why this is one he seemingly couldn’t evade.
Also, Conrad Thompson, yes THAT Conrad Thompson talks about how his podcast empire began by accident, and what it feels like to promote his Father-In-Law, Ric Flair’s Last Match. Mike and Conrad also have a discussion about Ric’s state of mind, his physical health, and why fans need to stop predicting disaster for the 73-year old Flair.

This is a rare posting of the entire contents from this week’s episode, as a preview for you to hear what our Patreon members get access to every week.  We’d love your support at patreon.com/snmeradio!

Dan “The Mouth” Lovranski is coming at you with Matt Ederer Joe Aguinaldo, and Brad “The Dad” to recap ROH Death Before Dishonor and we take YOUR CALLS!

This week, you’ll get the chance to hang out with Harry Smith, who has had a remarkable career wrestling virtually everywhere in the world.  He and SNME’s Mike McGuire go back in time to when they were first working shows together, as well as his friendship with TJ Wilson (Tyson Kidd), his runs in NJPW, WWE, as well as his current run as one half of the NWA Tag Team Champions.

The Wrestling Observer’s Dave Meltzer joins Mike and the two run through the list of potential opponents for Ric Flair as he sets to have his last match in 2 weeks.  Will it be someone we’re expecting, or a complete surprise?

The breaking news of the day focuses around former ROH/Impact Wrestling star Michael Elgin and whether or not he was recently arrested while in Japan.

Also, YOUR feedback when it comes to Flair’s Last Match – will YOU be watching?

This week, we’ve crammed 3 shows worth of content into one broadcast hour! Here’s the breakdown:

– This week, we are STILL in Calgary, Alberta!

– 5 Count including a visit from Adam Cailler from the UK’s Daily Star to break down the collapse of the W.E.S. Show in Nottingham.

– Wrestling Observer Insider: Mike McGuire and Dave Meltzer talk about the newest Vince McMahon allegations surfacing from the Wall Street Journal, Sasha Banks and Naomi and whether we could still see them back in WWE, Kevin Owens’ status and a deep dive on the Calgary wrestling territory of the old “Stampede Wrestling” days

– A hilight of Mike McGuire’s chat with slamwrestling.net’s Greg Oliver, offering some different insights on his article focusing on the complicated past and unacknowledged children of “Soul Man” Rocky Johnson, father to Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson

– Finally, in our Main Event, Mike welcomes Bret “Hitman” Hart and his son, Dallas Hart, one of the founders of “Dungeon Wrestling”.  The Harts discuss the vision of bringing back wrestling in the spirit of what Stampede Wrestling accomplished decades ago, as well as the next generation of wrestlers. 

Liv Morgan is a Champion, Logan Paul is a WWE Superstar and Kenny Omega might be calling it quits?!

This week, we delve into these stories, as well as what’s next for Liv, you’ll hear Kenny Omega speak for himself when it comes to the struggles he is having with rehabilitating from his injuries, and everybody’s getting hurt!

Dave Meltzer from the Wrestling Observer joins Mike McGuire for their weekly chat, including Ronda Rousey’s status, a financial reason why Logan Paul may be joining WWE and the two also discuss MJF – Remember that guy?

Next up, Mike and SNME’s Joe Aguinaldo turn the spotlight on themselves and fellow wrestling fans when it comes to what we demand from our wrestlers.  WWE has had a run with injured headliners in the past, and we’re seeing the same thing happen in AEW right now -is there something to be said for “slow down, kid!”

Lastly, Mike and Joe discuss the backlash from fans after Jeff Hardy’s “Not Guilty” plea from his recent DUI arrest and charges.  

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