Gimmick Infringement Turns Five!

Brad and Tyler discuss the fallout from WWE Crown Jewel, including Roman Reigns closing another chapter after his defeat of Sami Zayn and the sa≠fety concerns surrounding the weekend. They also preview AEW Full Gear, the second Arizona pay-per-view in company history. Brad supports Will Ospreay, Tyler makes the case for Kyle Fletcher, and they share which moments they’re most hoping to see. Later, the guys reflect on the ten-year anniversary of A24’s “Moonlight” and trade Election Day takeaways.Other topics include:Azzi Fudd and Paige BueckersFlying Cars and Marana FootballJoe Buck and Troy Aikman0:00 Intro5:58 WHH - Paizzi and Jaikman16:50 Steph Watch18:10 WWE — Crown Jewel Fallout41:42 Promo of the Week — Flying Cars53:39 AEW — Full Gear Preview1:08:38 Back in the Day — “Moonlight”1:15:33 WDWM — Midterm Elections, High School Playoff Football1:22:39 ClosingFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Brad and Tyler react to Stephanie Vaquer’s indefinite absence from television and Halloween in WWE, including Danhausen's return to television and the rebirth of "The Demon" Finn Balor. The guys also preview WWE Crown Jewel amid safety concerns in Saudi Arabia. Later, they react to Queen Aminata's title win and workshop what's next for The Hurt Syndicate in AEW. Other topics include:Inde Navarrette hosts SNL“Welcome to Derry”WNBA Finals0:00 Intro8:23 Hot Take Ty — WNBA Finals18:46 Steph Watch — Indefinite22:45 WWE — Crown Jewel and Halloween Demonhausen42:50 The B-Show — Surprise “Welcome to Derry”52:16 AEW — Queen Aminata and the Hurt Syndicate1:22:00 WDWM — Election Day, Inde, AZ Deluge, and Ciampa Out of Nowhere1:33:29 ClosingFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Brad and Tyler share their reactions to Roman Reigns confronting 946 and which WWE rivalry they’re most invested in. Later, they discuss Jay White’s heel turn, Samantha Johnson-Mann’s potential signing, and AEW's men’s tag team landscape. Other topics include:Someday: Trunk or Treat“The Invite” ReviewTop 5 Horror Villains0:00 Intro7:28 Hot Take Ty — Top 5 Villains 14:40 Steph Watch — Squabble Up17:10 WWE — Roman Pop, Rivalries37:34 Someday: Trunk or Treat44:17 AEW — Switchblade and Samantha, Tag Teams Galore1:01:28 At the Movies  — “The Invite”1:05:57 WDWM — Blake’s Show, Vivek’s Ad, Clayface1:11:44 ClosingFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph (@mike__steph) to discuss the latest from the world of professional wrestling, including Carmelo Hayes joining 946 on WWE Raw and Ilja Dragunov’s debut at AEW WrestleDream. Later, they trade thoughts on Netflix’s “A Different World” reboot and react to the Cornell University investigation. Other topics include:James Talarico’s Senate BidLeon Slater’s TNA RecordSteph Curry’s New DocFollow the show for exclusive updates.Social: @gipod19Web: gimmickinfringementpod.com, 19mediagroup.comGoods: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.com0:00 Intro6:06 Hot Take Ty —  “A Different World”16:00 Steph Watch — Monday in LA17:12 WWE — Melo’s 946, Roman’s Orbit49:32 Promo — Cornell, Greek Life1:01:52 AEW — WrestleDream Takeaways 1:29:19 At the Movies — Steph Curry1:40:12 WDWM — Talarico, TNA, Arizona Shade1:44:42 ClosingFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Tyler welcomes back Erika Day (@erikaleaday) to preview the 2026 WNBA Finals. The duo discusses Angel Reese’s rise in Atlanta, how Ballhalla unlocked Gabby Williams's superpowers, and the matchup's most intriguing storylines. Later, they make series predictions and MVP picks. Other topics include:WNBA Free AgencyUnrivaled’s Season 3 “Dancing with the Stars” 0:00 Introduction3:35 Atlanta’s Path13:30 Golden State’s Path28:00 X-Factors39:00 Storylines1:01:30 Predictions1:06:10 Free Agency and Unrivaled1:27:30 “Dancing with the Stars”1:37:46 ClosingFollow the show for exclusive updates:Social: @gipod19 Web: gimmickinfringementpod.com, 19mediagroup.comGoods: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.comFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Brad and Tyler trade their takeaways from WWE Money in the Bank, including reactions to both ladder matches, whether LA Knight should’ve won, and what’s next for Stephanie Vaquer post-title loss. Later, they preview AEW WrestleDream and discuss Order 4’s year in TNA.Other topics include:“Animals” Review“Lanterns” FinaleLife Surge and Tim Tebow0:00 Intro9:21 What Happened Here — Tim Tebow and Life Surge21:20 Steph Watch — Oblivion26:46 MITB Fallout54:57 The B-Show — “Lanterns” Season One Finale1:05:24 WrestleDream Predictions1:15:36 At the Movies  — “Animals”1:21:10 WDWM — Nolan Wells, TNA BFG, Skydance, Nobel Meltdown1:27:44 ClosingFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Brad and Tyler celebrate 5 years of Gimmick Infringement, reliving their favorite conversations and moments since starting the podcast in October 2021. There’s a lot to be grateful for.Follow the show for exclusive updates.Social: @gipod19Web: gimmickinfringementpod.com, 19mediagroup.comGoods: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.comFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Brad and Tyler are back after catching Phoenix Championship Wrestling's Anniversary VIII over the weekend. They discuss the live event experience and react to WWE Raw's recent stop in Mexico, including Kelani Jordan's main roster debut and Roman Reigns versus Penta. Later, the guys make AEW All Out predictions and trade possible Ilja debut scenarios. Other topics include:"Lanterns" Episode FiveThe Year of Pablo TorreDee’s Path, Kaep’s Book, and “Reacher”0:00 Intro9:19 Live Event Jones — PCW’s Anniversary VIII23:24 Steph Watch26:52 Raw in Mexico, 5 Star Matches, and Hot Dog Water48:42 B-Show — Lanterns Episode 557:01 All Out Predictions1:19:05 Pablo Torre Finds Out1:39:18 — Dee, Kaep, Steveson, Le Batard, Neagley, and Reacher1:45:27 ClosingFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Brad and Tyler celebrate Stephanie Vaquer's surprise title win, react to Bayley's return, and debate other WWE headlines from the week. They also discuss AEW Rebel Heart Dynamite, including the on-screen reunion of Dr. Britt Baker and Rebel. Also, Keith Lee may have joined a cult. The guys talk about it all.Other topics include:Jhené Aiko Album Review"Lanterns" Episode FourNetflix's Vince Young Doc0:00 Intro7:24 Gratitude19:23 Steph Watch25:42 Bayley and Sami, and Innovation44:32 The B-Show: Lanterns Episode 4 has a Weenie52:41 Rebel Heart and AEW Honoring Folks1:18:28 Don’t Get Old, Keith Lee, Jhené, and What We Missed1:31:12 ClosingFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest

Brad and Tyler welcome Dom Vitalli (@domvitalli), owner and coach of Phoenix Championship Wrestling, to preview the promotion's upcoming Anniversary VIII show. Dom also discusses advice for someone considering a future in wrestling, fatherhood, and his goals for the company's future. Other topics include:Becoming an ArizonanDeveloping a brand identityNew York Mount Rushmore0:00 Introduction1:18 Anniversary VIII4:08 Philosophy of Growth9:32 Tag Team Wrestling and Rules20:45 Cagematch Accuracy and Training for the Business29:47 New Yorker to Arizonan and Fatherhood39:33 PCW’s Future Goals46:38 ClosingFollow the show for exclusive updates:Social: @gipod19 Web: gimmickinfringementpod.com, 19mediagroup.comGoods: https://19-media-group.myspreadshop.comFollow 19 Media Group:Twitter: @19MGroupInstagram: 19mediagrouphttps://www.19MediaGroup.comDiscover our favorite podcast gear and support the show—shop our studio must-haves on our Amazon Affiliate page! https://www.amazon.com/shop/19mediagroupWant to join the conversation or invite us to your platform? Connect with us and share your vision (budget-friendly collaborations welcome)!  https://bit.ly/19Guest