EP.19 - Michaels vs Jericho - "The Showstopper vs The Code Breaker"

 In the world of professional wrestling, few rivalries have left as unforgettable a mark as the feud between Mankind and The Undertaker. Set against the backdrop of the WWE's explosive Attitude Era in the late 1990s, this clash of titans would redefine what it meant to captivate an audience and push the boundaries of performance. So, have a nice day and then rest in peace, as we’re rolling this one back, with a rewind

Today, we're stepping back into the squared circle of 2004 to explore one of the most intense and memorable rivalries of the Ruthless Agression era of the WWE. A clash of cultures, personalities, and wrestling styles that captivated audiences and defined an era in SmackDown's history. The charismatic underdog versus the ruthlessness of Corporate America. We’re talking about Eddie Guerrero versus John 'Bradshaw' Layfield.  You better lie, cheat, and steal your way to your earbuds, as we’re rolling this one back, with a rewind.

The 1980s saw the explosive expansion of the WWF into the internationally reknowned company we know today. During this time, it’s legacy was built on the tanned shoulders of two of wrestlings most recognizable names that encapsulate the Bon Jovi song we just referenced for some reason. This week, we're peeling back the curtain on one of professional wrestling's most explosive rivalries. We'll relive the glory, the betrayal, and the sheer spectacle of this legendary feud. How two of wrestling's biggest personalities collided in and out of the ring. From tag team partners to bitter enemies, the saga of Hulk Hogan and Macho Man Randy Savage defined an era, captivated millions, and left an indelible mark on sports entertainment. So adjust your headbands, snap into a Slim Jim, and get ready to say your prayers and take your vitamins, as we roll this one back, with a Rewind. 

In one of the most intense and technically brilliant rivalries in professional wrestling history, we saw a feud spanning multiple promotions (kinda), featuring some of the most acclaimed matches of the 2000s, and showcasing two of the most skilled wrestlers to ever step into the squared circle. Your Sweet Tooth is hopefully going to be satiated as we explore the epic saga of the Olympic Hero vs the Samoan Submission Machine.We’re talking Kurt Angle versus Samoa Joe. So make sure you got plenty of water, and maybe some milk handy, as we roll this one back, with a rewind. 

Throughout the 1980’s, wrestling fans embarked on a multiyear journey that enveloped this saying and produced one of the most iconic feuds in professional wrestling history. A rivalry that defined an era, captivated audiences, and set the standard for storytelling in the ring. A saga not based around one specific moment or a single narrowed focus; rather, this would become one of the shining examples of good vs evil, the Everyman vs The Rich Elite. The battle of austerity versus opulence. Of ...

⭐️State of the Rewind⭐️No new rewind this week 😢, as we’re gearing up to launch the video podcast! 🥳Audio only listeners, nothing is changing for you ❤️ thank you for the continued support.For you visual viewers, go check out the Feud Tube 👀Make sure to follow us on all social media platforms @feudrewindEmail: [email protected] you!*Wrestling audio clips used in these episodes are under the ownership of said promotion used*

Irish poet Oscar Wilde once quipped “A true friend stabs you in the front, not the back.” In the world of professional wrestling, where larger-than-life characters clash in epic battles, one rivalry embodies this quote perhaps better than all others. A tale of friendship torn apart by ambition, of trust shattered by betrayal. A narrative that spans nearly a decade bookended by triumph and heartbreak. Two women who revolutionized their sport, who broke barriers and set new standards. They clim...

CM PUNK VS JOHN CENAThe Second City Saint vs The Man That Can’t Be SeenA good ol Western style standoff against not good vs evil, or even good vs better; but a battle of personal ideologies, philosophies, and principles. So grab your jorts and and do a five knuckle shuffle, as we roll this one back, with a rewind*water*Please drink some. Please enjoy the Sun, for our Northern Hemisphere listeners.Drink up that Vitamin D.Make sure to follow us on all social media platforms @fe...

In 2011, wrestling fans witnessed a rivalry that might’ve flown under the radar of history, but is one that deserves our attention. Christian and Randy Orton would find themselves embroiled in one of the most intense and emotionally charged feud of the modern era.This wasn't just a battle for championship gold; it was a clash of destinies, a tale of friendship, betrayal, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. So, make sure to listen to the voices in your head, as we roll this one back, with a ...

October 5th, 2008. The Moda Center in Portland, Oregon is holding this year’s edition of No Mercy. Our main event for the evening is a Ladder Match for the World Heavyweight Championship. Current champion Chris Jericho has been locked in a very heated and very personal feud with The Heartbreak Kid, Shawn Michaels. The see saw battle between a showstopper trying to secure his legacy and the codebreaker trying to save the WWE, and it’s fans, from itself.How did we get her?Break down the walls w...