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Extreme Three Way Dance #115: ECW TV 4/24/99 - 5/15/99

From the eagle’s nest, high above the ECW arena, this is the Extreme Three Way Dance! In this episode, JT, Jenny and Matt review the next three episodes of ECW television from May 1999!
The troublesome trio talk the Dudleys winning tag team gold, Van Dam reaching one year as TV Champion, Storm & Credible sticking it to Sabu, Corino picking fights with Taz, the final build for Hardcore Heaven and so much more!
So jump on board, grab a chair and get ready to join this threesome for an extreme journey through time!

X-Position: An X-Men Podcast #7 - The Unstoppable Juggernaut

"Comrades, let us all work together!"
Jenny and Tim welcome Keith Langston back to the show as we cover the 8th episode (or 10th, depending on when you first saw it -- more on that below) of X-Men: The Animated Series! And it's no respite for our world-weary heroes, as they are flung from one crisis to the next. While the wrecked X-Mansion sets off television's most obvious whodunit, we can excuse this for likewise providing a handy excuse to introduce dual guest stars Colossus and the titular Juggernaut. Given the participants, this one doesn't exactly have high ambitions at being anything other than a massive throwdown. Consequently, it makes for the most boilerplate episode of TAS to date, in the sense that the show can't be said to be doing anything much different than a standard Saturday morning action vehicle. At a push, one could say that this does continue to keep some focus on human-mutant relations, by way of Colossus' quick payday and angry reprisals from the workers whose job he unwittingly swiped. It serves as a minor counterargument to Genosha's extreme answer to the question of mutation's economic utility. Why impose outright slavery when mutants are willing to be exploited and happy to be compensated for a fraction of what it would cost to employ a larger, human workforce? An all-too American solution, but not without its consequences, as the idealistic immigrant Colossus soon learns. There's also Juggernaut's single line clarifying that isn't a mutant, despite assumptions to the contrary. Still, this doesn't especially change his perception or treatment at the hands of the X-Men or the authorities. Nor does Juggernaut seem to hold any particular animus towards mutants, in a somewhat interesting change of course -- this one's personal for him. Beyond these minor signposts -- and a rather generic theme emphasizing the power of teamwork -- there's not a lot here to elevate "The Unstoppable Juggernaut" much above the surface.
That doesn't mean it isn't thoroughly entertaining, delivering on the expected action, turning in some genuinely clever one-liners, and putting in work with a memorably imposing score. Plus, we get a delightful surprise check-in with the imprisoned Beast, keeping his subplot alive. So after coming in hot, this installment ultimately pumps the brakes at least somewhat on the show's otherwise rapid-fire pace. While the matter of Professor Xavier's absence remains to be addressed, we at least know it is of his own volition, drawing a line under the nonstop conflict and dramatic cliffhangers for now. A welcome breather, then, in as much as any massive slugfest with the Juggernaut can be. X-TRA: "The Unstoppable Juggernaut" was delayed by animation issues and was originally shown slightly out of order, as discussed by the crew. That necessitated some hasty edits to episode 7's conclusion as it was first broadcast, in an effort to smooth over the continuity. The result was an even more confusing viewing experience by the time this episode did debut, following “The Cure” and “Come the Apocalypse.” For the alternate ending of "Slave Island," aired once and never again, check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IS8RHoTAh14. FINALLY, Stick around for our quick-hit impressions, predictions, and BIG FEELINGS on episodes 1-5 of the sensational X-Men '97!

Linking Up Luchas - Episode #20

North South Connection, Welcome to the Temple for this episode of Linking Up Luchas!
Join your host Logan Crosland on this pod journey where he will be linking some of his most beloved friends up with one of his favorite short lived Lucha promotions, Lucha Underground.
On this installment, he is joined by the entire crew as we live watch the very first Ultima Lucha! Join us and watch along the first big show for all the great matches and moments.

Territorial #11 - Piledriver: The Album

On this episode of Territorial, go on the journey of Piledriver: The Album as Shawn discusses the songs and matches involving those the music represents! Matches and moments include: Bam Bam Bigelow’s debut, Strike Force vs. The Islanders, Demolition vs. The Young Stallions, Hogan vs. DiBiase & more!

WWE WAR #66: Taboo Tuesday 2005 & Survivor Series 2005

Welcome to WWE WAR: Wrestling Above Replacement! JT & Marcus are breaking down each WWE "season" and giving a comprehensive by the numbers breakdown of each PPV event using a specific set of metrics.
 
In this episode, the boys continue the 2005-06 WWE PPV season with a deep statistical dive on Taboo Tuesday 2005 & Survivor Series 2005. They also continue to build their list of complete WWE PPV rankings based on the scoring system.
 
Do your personal rankings synch up with the WWE WAR formula? Tune in and find out!

GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast #14- The Collective

Jennifer Smith and Matt Souza are back with a brand-new edition of GCDub: A Game Changing Podcast! On this episode, they discuss the happenings from recent GCW shows and The Collective including Jenny and Matt’s live report from Joey Janela’s Spring Break 8! They then pick their match of the month and preview some upcoming shows! So, pull a door off its hinges, bundle up the light tubes, and remember… It’s MDK… ALL FUCKING DAY!

New Gen on a Mission #66: Action Zone Premier

In this episode of New Gen on a Mission, Justin Pratt and Tim Slomka discuss the first ever episode of Action Zone. They talk through the last Bret Hart vs. Owen Hart match… for now, Backlund’s build, the growing Million Dollar Corporation and more Doink, Dink, Wink and Pink.

At the Movies w/ JT #4: Semi-Pro (2008)

Welcome to At the Movies w/ JT! In this series, JT is joined by various friends to live watch comedies that were released between 1992-2012.
In this episode, JT is joined by Keith Langston & Jennifer Smith to watch Semi-Pro (2008). Along the way, they dip into many, many tangents and chat about the legacy of the ABA, where this ranks in the Ferrell pantheon, CORN DOGS, the wonderful supporting cast, Father Pat and much more!
So, join JT, Keith & Jenny as they hit the court, get tropical and ensure that everybody love everybody!

ChroNoSo #24 - Dusty Rhodes Vignettes, June & July 1989 WWE Superstars, Boston Garden, Nassau Coliseum & More

It’s… ChroNoSo! The North-South Connection Podcast Network takes you down memory lane each month by exploring one match from WWE history.
This month on ChroNoSo, the crew dives into WWF from June 1989. They also cover other matches, segments & events from Dusty Rhodes Vignettes, June & July 1989 WWE Superstars, Boston Garden, Nassau Coliseum & More!

A La Carte #23 - WrestleMania XL Weekend Recap

Well, we can tell you this much, it is not ALWAYS Sunny in Philadelphia. But with that being said, join Keithie this week as he goes solo and gives you his rundown of the big WrestleMania trip: the good, the bad and the meh.
 
Keithie also shares some life lessons from his Easter holiday family dinner and we of course hear about his menu for the event. 
 
Join us for some eats, laughs and lots of love.