On today's episode of The Old Bucks, Shane and Morro sit down to tackle the backlash from their brutally honest WrestleMania 41 review. Did they go too far? Are they just too negative as wrestling fans? Does Triple H have a point when he says, "Don't be a critic, be a fan"?The lads also take a step back from the current product to reflect on what made them fall in love with wrestling in the first place. Let us know your thoughts: are wrestling fans too critical, or is it fair to expect more? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Old Bucks — Shane and Morro — return for what might be the most defeated podcast episode yet, as they try to make sense of WrestleMania 41.From John Cena's record-breaking 17th world title win to the baffling overuse of the word “Fein,” the lads are worn down, disheartened, and wondering aloud… are we just too old for this?There were bright spots, but the fatigue is real. Has WWE become a meme-fueled corporate slop shop? Or are we simply not the target audience anymore?This episode is part review, part therapy session — join us as we try to figure out what the hell just happened at WrestleMania.Let us know: Are you still feeling it, or has WWE left you behind too? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Old Bucks, Shane and Morro, are back to break down all the chaos, controversy, and quality from AEW Dynasty. From the wild and debated ending to Swerve Strickland vs. Jon Moxley, to the packed card filled with highs and a few misfires.Morro names who he believes is one of the best wrestlers in the world right now, and the lads debate whether AEW is finding the right balance between match quantity and quality. What hit? What missed? And does the ending of the main event help or hurt AEW moving forward?Grab a cuppa, crank the volume — it’s time to get stuck into AEW Dynasty with the Bucks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Love him or hate him, Jim Cornette is one of wrestling’s most outspoken and influential voices. This week, The Old Bucks, Shane and Morro, take a deep dive into Cornette’s massively successful podcast empire, his takes on modern wrestling, and how his influence continues to shape the business.Has Cornette’s old-school mentality helped keep wrestling grounded, or is he just shouting at clouds? The lads also expand the conversation to the wider discourse of wrestling podcasts and fandom.Get ready for some strong opinions and plenty of laughs as The Old Bucks dissect the Cornette Effect on wrestling today! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On The Wrestling Fan Wrestling Show, we let fate decide—and when Bo Dallas (Uncle Howdy) won our Fantasy Royal Rumble, we had no choice but to book the most compelling, twisted road to WrestleMania we could imagine.Over four weeks of TV, a shocking Elimination Chamber moment, and another four weeks of chaos leading to WrestleMania, this story took on a life of its own.A match soaked in history.And at WrestleMania, it all came to a brutal and emotional conclusion.Let us know what you think! LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS for more in-depth wrestling discussions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The tinfoil hats are on as Shane, Morro, and John dive deep into the craziest, most controversial wrestling conspiracies of all time. Was the Montreal Screwjob actually a work? Did Vince McMahon secretly send Vince Russo to WCW to sabotage it? Is Cody really Dusty’s son, or is he actually Dustin’s?The lads break down all the madness, from the infamous "two Ultimate Warriors" theory to whether Triple H intentionally buried Randy Orton’s first title reign in favor of Batista. And, of course, the most infamous rumor of all—what really happened between Macho Man and Stephanie?Some of these might just be internet nonsense… but what if they’re true? Tune in as The Old Bucks and Johnny The Beast Mortos separate fact from fiction in wrestling’s wildest conspiracy theories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
AEW Revolution 2025 delivered a STACKED card, with Dave Meltzer handing out a ridiculous THREE 5-star matches! But did the show live up to the hype, or was it just too much?Morro and Morto break down the highs and lows, from Will Ospreay and Kyle Fletcher’s brutal cage match to Kenny Omega’s epic win over Takeshita. Plus, was Toni Storm vs. Mariah May truly a perfect match?Buckle up for heated debates, questionable takes, and some good old-fashioned wrestling chat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It finally happened—John Cena turned heel, and the wrestling world is in shock! Teaming up with The Rock and Travis Scott (yes, you read that right), Cena took down Cody Rhodes in one of the most surreal moments in WWE history.Shane and Morro break down everything from Elimination Chamber 2025, including both Chamber matches, Trish Stratus’s return to the ring, and the brutal Non-Sanctioned war between Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn—featuring a surprise appearance from Randy Orton.Expect wild takes, heated debates, and Morro’s stupid opinions that will probably annoy you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Intercontinental and United States Championships have had legendary highs and forgettable lows. In this episode, we break down their booking over the years—who made the titles feel important, who got screwed over, and what WWE should do next. From classic reigns to missed opportunities, we’re diving deep into the history of these midcard belts. Expect strong opinions, plenty of nostalgia, and a few off-topic rants along the way! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Old Bucks, Shane and Morro, take a deep dive into the world of wrestling video games as they gear up for the release of WWE 2K25. With AEW Fight Forever falling flat, the lads get nostalgic for the classics—reminiscing about early gaming memories, the golden era of wrestling games, and the madness of buying multiple consoles just to play different titles. Plus, Morro reveals his current obsession with one particular wrestling game. From No Mercy to Here Comes The Pain to the modern era, it’s all about pixels, piledrivers, and Pro Wrestling gaming at its finest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.