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  • Vince in DEEP S**T w/His Wife/FREE THE "NIP"/5 Artists I WISH I'd Seen

    Vince in DEEP S**T w/His Wife/FREE THE "NIP"/5 Artists I WISH I'd Seen
    May 23 2025

    On today's episode Vince covers: BIG TIME HEAT from his wife, Convincing his 94 year-old Dad he has DEMENTIA, Is it time to FREE THE NIP, Are Fights on "X" Orchestrated, Hood Pooping, ABBA Doc and FIVE ARTISTS He Wishes he had seen.

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    34 m
  • Podcast Episode Title: Inside Pro Wrestling & Sports Betting: Wild NYC Stories, Wrestler Meet & Greets, and AEW Conspiracies! (Coach & Bro Show)

    Podcast Episode Title: Inside Pro Wrestling & Sports Betting: Wild NYC Stories, Wrestler Meet & Greets, and AEW Conspiracies! (Coach & Bro Show)
    May 21 2025
    Full Podcast Summary / Show Notes (Timestamped): 00:00:33 – Kicking Off: PFL, Sports Betting & Wrestling Credentials The Coach reps the PFL and sets the stage, celebrating the show's explosive growth thanks to their unique insider expertise. Coach hypes Russo's credibility and their knack for covering sports betting, MMA, and pro wrestling all in one show. 00:01:17 – Vince Russo's Sports Weekend & Parlay Disaster Vince shares highs and lows from his weekend: his Giants sweep, but a failed Yankees/Mets parlay—thanks to a grand slam. Coach dishes hard betting advice on why parlaying unders and run lines is a bad idea. 00:02:49 – The New York Sports Fan Experience Vince and Coach marvel at New York's unique sports fandom, reliving the drama of Yankees fans turning on Juan Soto. They bond over the highs and brutal lows of playing and performing in NYC. 00:04:20 – Super Stickers, Conventions & Wrestler Fan Boundaries Vince introduces Super Stickers and pivots to a hot topic: inappropriate fan behavior at conventions (including a dramatic real-life incident with Saraya/Paige). The hosts reminisce about gross fan encounters, discuss personal boundaries, and workshop advice for respectful meet-and-greet etiquette. 00:11:21 – Wrestling Belt "Marks" & The Hot Chick Conundrum Light-hearted banter on wrestling superfans who bring replica belts—and why you never see "hot chicks" with wrestling belts at shows. The hosts imagine a fantasy scenario and break down the psychology behind fan and performer behavior at wrestling events. 00:14:38 – Concert Crossovers & Wrestling's Missed Opportunities Coach spotlights Jelly Roll surprise-bringing Eminem onstage, drawing parallels to wrestling's lackluster cross-promotion and celebrity integration. 00:15:58 – Conspiracy Theories: AEW Collision Sabotage? Vince dives into a "Max" (streaming platform) conspiracy after AEW Collision suffers a suspicious technical glitch, with The Rock’s "Black Adam" movie mysteriously set to auto-play. The hosts riff on programming snafus and wrestling TV logic. 00:22:00 – Interactive Q&A: Meet & Greet Kisses, Polls, and Baby Russo Debuts! Super Stickers light up the chat; Vince and Coach react to fans’ questions, including meet-and-greet scenarios and whether they'd let a fan kiss them for a photo. Debut of "Baby Russo" (AI promo parody), with hilarious results and glitch-induced banter. 00:27:06 – Life Differences & Marriage Anecdotes Vince recounts a "purple rug" shopping disaster with his wife, highlighting classic male vs. female indecisiveness in relationships. Coach offers comic relief about post-divorce life and domestic drama. 00:32:09 – Fan Requests & Wrestling Merch Hunts A fan appeals for help tracking down a rare John Cena hat; the hosts crowdsource solutions and commiserate about mark culture in wrestling merch. 00:32:39 – Maternity in WWE: Alexa Bliss & Carmella’s Contrasting Stories Discussion of WWE’s new backstage daycare for Alexa Bliss’ child, contrasted with Carmella’s claims of WWE undervaluing mothers. Insights on past WWE culture and Triple H’s infamous branded tour bus. 00:36:14 – Paychecks, Wrestling Lifestyles, & Outlandish Expenses Coach and Vince discuss the financial reality of working for WWE, wild spending stories from international tours, and lessons in balancing paycheck size with real-life expenses. 00:40:43 – Super Stickers: Live Event No-Shows & Rising Ticket Prices A listener recounts attending SmackDown and missing top stars despite their advertisement. Coach and Vince analyze the root causes, from TKO management gaffes to diminished star rosters and the business impact on live event ticketing. 00:44:05 – Who Are Wrestling’s True Ticket Sellers? Coach and Vince list the short roster of current stars who genuinely move tickets—including Cody Rhodes, Becky Lynch, Jey Uso, Rhea Ripley, Seth Rollins, and discuss the challenge of keeping talent visible when injured. 00:47:38 – Merch Wars: The Battle for Arena T-Shirts Old-school stories of WWE legends fighting for merchandise sales and spots at arena stands—and the importance of keeping stars at live events for merchandise success. 00:51:32 – Audience Q&A: Storytelling Classes, WWE PLE Scheduling, and More Vince fields questions about teaching writing; Coach toys with on-camera coaching. Explains why WWE moved PLEs to Saturday nights to avoid clashing with Sunday Night Football on Peacock. 00:54:01 – Saturday Night’s Main Event: Making It Must-See Inside booking talk: how would Vince book Cena vs. R-Truth to make it truly impactful? The hosts lament lack of long-term storytelling and creative planning in modern WWE writing. 00:57:43 – Backstage Title Changes & Respect: The Chelsea Green Example Coach and Vince explain why informing wrestlers of title changes in advance is a respect issue, using Chelsea Green’s surprise title loss as a case study in mismanaging talent momentum. 01:04:53 – MJF in ...
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  • Only 24% Believe Vince McMahon is GUILTY/PAIGE PAWED at a Wrestling Convention/THE BOSS vs. THE DONALD and the "SWEATY BALLS" Candle

    Only 24% Believe Vince McMahon is GUILTY/PAIGE PAWED at a Wrestling Convention/THE BOSS vs. THE DONALD and the "SWEATY BALLS" Candle
    May 20 2025

    On today's EXTENDED Episode of "Before My Head Explodes", Vince discusses many topics including: Joe Biden's Cancer, The Springsteen/Trump WAR, Mexican Naval Vessel CRASHING into Brooklyn Bridge, TOP FIVE Ice Creams of ALL-TIME, "Sweaty Balls" Candle, Darby/Mt. Everest, Epstein Suicide Confirmed, Paige PAWED and is Vince McMahon INNOCENT?!!!

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    42 m
  • The Wrestling Bubble Exposed: Sabu’s Story, Rhea Ripley’s Rant, & WWE’s Shocking Business Moves

    The Wrestling Bubble Exposed: Sabu’s Story, Rhea Ripley’s Rant, & WWE’s Shocking Business Moves
    May 16 2025
    00:00:48 – Welcome and What Makes This Show Different Coach opens with the show’s unique focus on wrestling’s bigger business storylines—skipping the usual segment-by-segment reviews. Vince Russo joins, joking about tech issues and their show's growth, including a huge new stadium network deal launching May 28. 00:04:01 – Reflecting on Success and Purpose Coach and Vince share gratitude for the show’s rise over the past year, emphasizing their honest, expertise-driven takes aimed at making viewers smarter wrestling fans. 00:05:14 – The Sabu Story: The Dark Side of Wrestling Culture Vince recounts Sabu’s alleged health crisis—bleeding feet before a match—and the wrestling industry’s risky tendency to push talent through pain. They analyze the kratom controversy, reading FDA warnings and discussing the history of painkiller and drug use in the business. 00:11:15 – Wrestling’s Changing Locker Room Culture Russo and Coach note major improvements in today’s locker rooms (less drug use, talents playing video games) but admit old habits die hard for older wrestlers, sharing personal stories of addiction, cold-turkey recovery, and why pro wrestling is so hard to leave. 00:19:12 – Fan Interaction & Super Chats Begin Listeners get acknowledged—Coach and Vince encourage questions via super stickers/donations, promising in-depth answers throughout. 00:19:51 – Rhea Ripley vs. Internet Wrestling Community Coach reads Rhea Ripley’s viral tweet calling out toxic fandom and AI rumors. Vince breaks down the repetitive accusations all wrestlers face online (favoritism, bias, hate), arguing it’s an IWC-wide issue—not gender specific. Coach warns about the risks of wrestlers engaging negatively with fans, and offers smart strategies for handling social media criticism. 00:27:27 – Fan Q&A: WWE’s Live Event Strategy & Booking Questions pour in: Is WWE making Raw and SmackDown into “house shows”? Why are AJ Styles and Finn getting more airtime over talents like Karrion Kross? Vince and Coach pull back the curtain on lazy booking, commercial break strategies, and TKO’s financial mindset. 00:31:14 – WWE’s Skyrocketing Ticket Prices International fans share how much it's costing to attend events now. Coach and Vince empathize—discussing WWE’s limited live schedules, family sacrifices, and the real financial squeeze for average fans. 00:40:28 – WWE’s Creative Under Triple H & Ego Watch They dissect Triple H’s approach to creative, new faction names, comparing his focus on self-image with Vince McMahon’s more “for-the-business” philosophy. The guys debate management’s disconnect from fans and why it matters. 00:45:40 – Booking On the Fly: The Zelina Vega Controversy Coach explains why last-minute title decisions undercut storylines, using Zelina Vega’s recent win as a cautionary tale for how champions and stories should be planned and protected in advance. 00:51:16 – Cross-Industry Creative Lessons Drawing parallels to the NFL schedule reveals, Coach suggests WWE could benefit from more collaborative creativity and long-term storytelling. 00:53:09 – Inside WWE’s Boardroom Coach and Vince imagine what it’s like for wrestling “lifers” like Triple H and Bruce Prichard now that corporate execs (who don’t understand wrestling) call the shots. They consider the pressures and frustrations of working under TKO’s entertainment-first vision. 00:55:00 – Sharing the Wealth: Who’s Really Winning in WWE? Coach points out that Triple H, despite running creative, isn’t in the top earners’ list—raising questions about power, recognition, and corporate realities. 00:56:12 – Wrapping Up with More Fan Questions Fans inquire about Karrion Kross (and Scarlett’s underused talent), worst booker debates, and Cardi B’s buzzworthy hosting of SummerSlam. Coach and Vince weigh in on how WWE’s chasing “virality” and mainstream moments. 01:01:00 – WWE’s Ticket Pricing Explained & The Fan Squeeze Coach reads a revealing Mark Shapiro quote loaded with corporate jargon—translating it into real talk about how WWE views live events, ticket prices, and the potential danger of ignoring the actual wrestling fan experience. 01:05:09 – Sign-Off and Stadium Network Reminder The show wraps with Coach hyping the move to Stadium Network, promising more honest, fan-first wrestling analysis twice a week.
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  • IWC Pisses Off Rhea Ripley/Triple H Amateur Compared to VKM/Root of my Depression

    IWC Pisses Off Rhea Ripley/Triple H Amateur Compared to VKM/Root of my Depression
    May 16 2025

    On this episode Vince discusses Finding the ROOT of his depression, STILL Getting Screwed by TECH SUPPORT, MLB Hypocrisy, Rhea Ripley is MAD at the Internet Wrestling Community and why Triple H NEEDS Vince McMahon's.

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    35 m
  • WWE Backlash Fallout, Cena & Rock’s SummerSlam Plans, and Vince McMahon’s Potential Shocking Return! | Coach and Bro

    WWE Backlash Fallout, Cena & Rock’s SummerSlam Plans, and Vince McMahon’s Potential Shocking Return! | Coach and Bro
    May 15 2025

    Full Podcast Summary / Episode Notes (with Timestamps):

    00:00 – 02:00
    • The Coach opens the show, thanks viewers for their patience, and reveals he’s just returned from Florida. Teases a massive announcement and recaps eyeing WWE Backlash amidst his busy weekend.
    02:01 – 04:45
    • Vince Russo joins, sharing excitement over a “holiday” Jeep ride. Both hosts tease the buzz for today’s discussion and invite fans to chime in with super stickers and questions.
    04:46 – 09:25
    • The duo launches into a controversial breakdown of Backlash, focusing on the illogical match finish involving John Cena, Travis Scott, and the referees. Russo rants about logic holes, crowd pops, and the lost art of Pat Patterson’s meticulous main event planning.
    09:26 – 14:45
    • Coach and Vince discuss the business’ recent turn towards “pure entertainment” as declared by Triple H and The Rock. They dissect the blurred lines between kayfabe and reality—especially in press conferences post-show—and question the direction WWE is taking.
    14:46 – 19:50
    • Coach addresses recent backlash for his criticism of Bayley’s character, clarifying the difference between critiquing a persona versus a person. Russo emphatically agrees, noting creative stagnation under both Vince McMahon and Triple H.
    19:51 – 24:50
    • Chat Q&A: They respond to fan feedback about booking, recent Superstars' returns, and the bizarre R-Truth/Cena press conference table spot—which Russo says is textbook WWE “setting up” future matches.
    24:51 – 29:30
    • BREAKING INSIDER NEWS: Coach breaks exclusive news that Cena and The Rock will cross paths before SummerSlam, plus teases a blockbuster six-man tag match involving major names, including Travis Scott and Bad Bunny.
    29:31 – 34:15
    • BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: Coach reveals the Coach and Bro Show’s expansion—soon to air for a full hour on Stadium, reaching 110+ million homes across multiple streaming platforms. Vince jokes about needing a Paul Heyman-style spray tan for TV!
    34:16 – 39:00
    • Becky Lynch echoing Coach’s Bayley critique, Alexa Bliss’s underwhelming return, and the generational/age challenge in both the men’s and women’s divisions. Insider info on WWE’s ongoing backstage power struggles and the move to the West Coast.
    39:01 – 45:00
    • The hosts discuss recent talent releases (e.g., Braun Strowman) and re-signings, the shortfall of star-making from NXT, and the lack of creative re-introduction for returning wrestlers. Coach drops inside news about Vince McMahon’s ongoing feud with Triple H and Stephanie, and his possible moves behind the scenes.
    45:01 – 53:00
    • Dissecting creative control, wrestlers’ promo preparation in the modern WWE, and the diminished role of backstage vignettes and storytelling. Russo and Coach lament long entrances and a lack of proper build for new or returning stars.
    53:01 – 58:00
    • Financial talk: rising ticket prices, fewer house shows, and the WWE’s focus on quarterly profits over long-term creative cohesion. Discussion of shifting company headquarters from Connecticut to Las Vegas/LA.
    58:01 – END
    • Q&A: Cena’s heel turn and its lack of payoff, Becky’s current run, and whether WWE’s storytelling is suffering from internal sabotage. Final thoughts on why wrestling needs compelling, coherent creative—and how Coach & Bro plan to keep delivering the real talk every week.
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  • My Mortality becoming a "Thing"/Passing of Sabu/ZERO LOGIC in "Backlash" Finish

    My Mortality becoming a "Thing"/Passing of Sabu/ZERO LOGIC in "Backlash" Finish
    May 13 2025

    On today's episode Vince discusses his own "Mortality" becoming very REAL as he struggles with Depression, the Passing of ECW Legend "Sabu", John Cena's Cancer Scare and WWE's "Backlash" Finish having ZERO LOGIC. ALSO, what Great SUPERMARKETS have we lost over the years?!!!

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    31 m
  • Wrestling Ratings, Backlash Breakdown, & Industry Secrets: Coach and Bro

    Wrestling Ratings, Backlash Breakdown, & Industry Secrets: Coach and Bro
    May 9 2025
    00:00 – Seniority Claimed, Shenanigans Called Out Vince Russo jokes about renaming the show due to "coach shenanigans", with Tommy pitching in more frequently lately.Friendly banter sets the tone, poking fun at a colleague's absence. 01:21 – The Ratings Rant & Post-Mania Pressure Russo reveals his pet peeve: WWE’s declining post-WrestleMania ratings, blaming excuse-making about TV competition.Recounts the pressure of keeping new viewers during his writing tenure and Vince McMahon’s famous “if it’s good, they’ll watch it” mantra. 06:26 – Creative Accountability & the Backlash Card Critique Both hosts criticize today’s creative team for making excuses and not delivering compelling weekly content.Tommy lambasts the current Backlash card as uninspired, especially matches like McAfee vs. Gunther. 08:47 – Goldberg Rumors & Roster Discontent Vince discusses backstage rumblings about Goldberg’s possible involvement and the impact on rising stars and long-term booking logic. 09:47 – WWE Backlash Card “Quiz” The hosts challenge each other to recall Backlash matches, highlighting lackluster build and thin storytelling.Commentary on the reduction in matches per show and concerns about matches vs. entrance times. 12:14 – Cena’s Heel Turn & Orton Feud Russo and Carlucci slam the abrupt heel turn for Cena with minimal storyline justification, praising Cena’s effort despite poor creative direction. 14:44 – Travis Scott at WrestleMania & the Cody Conundrum Tommy questions the booking decisions with Travis Scott interfering at WrestleMania, Cody’s ensuing disappearance, and the missed opportunities for follow-up. 17:08 – Super Stickers & Production Team Shoutouts Respond to fans’ questions about the pay-per-view schedule.Tommy gives an in-depth look at the hardworking WWE production team and the immense effort behind video packages, spotlighting Adam Panucci and David Sahadi. 20:56 – UFC, Ticket Prices & SummerSlam Rumors They rib about unsold UFC tickets and Ari Emanuel calling The Rock.Vince jokes about $1 Rockies game tickets versus WWE’s PPV prices and shares rumors of a wild SummerSlam card (Cena/Travis Scott vs. Cody/Bad Bunny). 23:10 – Becky Lynch vs. Hulk Hogan: Generation Gaps & Industry Respect Russo plays and responds to Becky Lynch comments (in character) about Hulk Hogan, arguing younger generations don’t appreciate the pressure people like Hogan faced.Both hosts defend Hogan’s legacy and the foundations built for today’s stars. 30:38 – WWE Backstage: Stories from the '90s Production war stories: Tommy shares a tale about releasing Vince and King from commentary too early, illustrating old-school accountability and backstage tension. 34:36 – More Super Stickers: Hogan’s Name Value & Industry Irony Engage with listeners about why Hogan keeps getting mentioned and debates about WWE and its future with the Saudis. 38:42 – Political Warfare in WWE & Triple H’s Challenges Speculation on Triple H vs. The Rock creative camps and how politics may be distracting from quality booking (e.g., missing out on a Cinco de Mayo tie-in). 41:15 – Hugs or Finger-Point of Death? Light-hearted debate: Would they rather get the infamous “Triple H point” or a hug from Tony Khan? 41:34 – TNA x NXT: Cross-Promotion Potential They praise TNA and NXT’s talent exchange, tout Joe Hendry and Trick Williams, and wonder why WWE releases aren’t moved to TNA. 43:17 – David Arquette, WCW Champion: Russo Sets the Record Straight Vince recounts how Arquette winning the WCW title came from Tony Schiavone’s idea—explains the logic and lasting controversy behind that decision. 46:51 – Iconic WWE Commercials & JR’s Announcing Greatness Memories of WWE’s million-dollar Super Bowl ad and production insights.High praise for Jim Ross’s irreplaceable storytelling. 48:53 – Current Booking: Cena’s Heel Turn, Missed Storylines, and Creative Hiccups Tommy and Vince share how they’d have booked Cena’s heel turn, lamenting the absence of creative minds like Pat Patterson. 52:47 – Cody’s Booking & Heel Dynamics Discussion on why Cody Rhodes’ storylines lack payoff and the importance of clear motivations in wrestling narrative. 53:30 – Wrap-Up, Plugs, and Where to Find the Hosts Tommy highlights his other shows and shares where fans can follow him.Vince promotes his Patreon and thanks listeners.
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