Episode 478: The BIG Return

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, JBL and Conrad discuss the impact TKO had over the weekend and how this is the begining of the new norm in sports entertainment. JBL also shares his thoughts on When Worlds Collide, Blimp'n Ain't Easy, and the crowning of a new Triple A champion Dominic Mysterio! John give us a history lession with his Top 5 international moments and a look at Vince McMahon's drive before he was the billionaire we know today. All that plus so much more on this edition of Something To Wrestle with John Layfield.  MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STW at http://shopmando.com ! #mandopod LEGAL BUDDY - Download the Legal Buddy App at http://LegalBuddyApp.com . Register today, use referral code LEGAL for your chance to win a $250 Amazon Gift Card. BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at http://MagicSpoon.com/WRESTLE . Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream!  SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, JBL and Conrad dive into the secret art of speaking carny in professional wrestling. John shares stories of matches where he used it and why the tradition has all but disappeared from the business. He also explains why fans are about to see a brand-new version of the returning AJ Lee, before counting down his Top 5 favorite wrestling returns of all time. Plus, John reacts to Ronda Rousey’s recent comments about professional wrestling and so much more on this week’s Something To Wrestle! TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/STW  ! #trueclassicpod SOUL - Bring on the good vibes and treat yourself to Soul today! Right now, Soul is offering my audience 30% off your entire order! Go to http://GetSoul.com  and use the code WRESTLE. That’s GetSoul.com, promo code WRESTLE for 30% off. FACTOR - Eat smart with Factor. Get started at https://www.factormeals.com/wrestle50off  and use code wrestle50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at http://MagicSpoon.com/WRESTLE . Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream!  CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/eohggy50 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad are joined by independent wrestler AJ Mana, who opens up about being caught in the middle of the Raja Jackson incident and how the experience has changed his life. The guys also look back at Clash in Paris, breaking down John Cena’s match with Logan Paul and Cena’s tribute to some of his past opponents. That leads John into revealing his personal Top 5 finishers of all time! All that, plus plenty more stories and laughs, on this week’s edition of Something To Wrestle with John Layfield. Watch Something To Wrestle On YouTube DELETE ME - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to http://joindeleteme.com/WRESTLE and use promo code WRESTLE at checkout. BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at http://MagicSpoon.com/WRESTLE . Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream!  MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STW at http://shopmando.com ! #mandopod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.    

https://youtube.com/live/a53-r616EWw?feature=share On this episode of Something to Wrestle, JBL and Conrad take a deep dive into professional wrestling’s legitimately toughest competitors. Who makes John’s list of the hardest-hitting men to ever lace up a pair of boots? Does his list match yours? Sit back and enjoy as John delivers a history lesson on some of the greatest—and most feared—shooters in the business. The guys also break down the brutal attack on independent wrestler Syko Stu at the hands of Raja Jackson, share the latest updates on WWE’s groundbreaking deal with ESPN, and reflect on Vince McMahon’s milestone 80th birthday. It’s a jam-packed episode of Something to Wrestle with John Layfield you won’t want to miss. STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 15% off @StopBoxUSA with code STW at https://stopboxusa.com/STW  #stopboxpod MY BOOKIE - Sign up for My Bookie at https://mybookie.website/joinwithWRESTLE50  with code WRESTLE50 and we'll back you on your first deposit. $100 gets you $50. $200 gets you $100 SURF SHARK - Go to https://surfshark.com/wrestlewithbruce or use code WRESTLE at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at http://MagicSpoon.com/WRESTLE Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream!  BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. THEME MACHINE - John Carney, a celebrated St. Louis radio icon, has dedicated his career to capturing the essence of American storytelling. As an inductee into the Radio Hall of Fame, alongside his father Jack Carney, John brings a wealth of experience and a unique interviewing style to The Theme Machine. Available now wherever you find your podcasts. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.    

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, JBL and Conrad discuss the iconic career of the "Straight Edged" CM Punk. JBL will also share his experience in Mexico calling TripleMania XXXIII and discuss all the latest news and notes in professional wrestling. HARRYS - Our listeners get Harry’s Trial Set for only $8 + a Free Gift at https://harrys.com/WRESTLE  #Harryspod SOUL - Bring on the good vibes and treat yourself to Soul today! Right now, Soul is offering my audience 30% off your entire order! Go to GetSoul.com and use the code WRESTLE. That’s http://GetSoul.com , promo code WRESTLE for 30% off. MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at http://MagicSpoon.com/WRESTLE . Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream!  CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/eohggy50 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. DELETE ME - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to http://joindeleteme.com/WRESTLE and use promo code WRESTLE at checkout. BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. THEME MACHINE - John Carney, a celebrated St. Louis radio icon, has dedicated his career to capturing the essence of American storytelling. As an inductee into the Radio Hall of Fame, alongside his father Jack Carney, John brings a wealth of experience and a unique interviewing style to The Theme Machine. Available now wherever you find your podcasts. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, John and Conrad take a look back at JBL's last WrestleMania match. John explains the situations surrounding his in ring retirement, why Rey Mysterio was chosen to be his final opponent, and what he felt after the match was over. All that plus the guys tackle all the latest news and notes happening in the wrestling world.  TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/STW  ! #trueclassicpod MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STW at http://shopmando.com ! #mandopod SURF SHARK - Go to https://surfshark.com/wrestlewithbruce or use code WRESTLE at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! MAGIC SPOON - Get $5 off your next order at http://MagicSpoon.com/WRESTLE  . Magic Spoon—hold on to the dream!  BLUECHEW  - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, JBL and Conrad breakdown SummerSlam 2025. What did they think? Does JBL think it was a hit or a miss? Plus, what's next for John Cena's final run besides Brock Lesnar? All that plus, so much more on this edition of Something To Wrestle. FACTOR - Eat smart with Factor. Get started at https://www.factormeals.com/wrestle50off  and use code wrestle50off to get 50% off your first box plus free shipping. SURF SHARK - Go to https://surfshark.com/wrestlewithbruce  or use code WRESTLE at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. DELETE ME - Get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to http://joindeleteme.com/WRESTLE and use promo code WRESTLE at checkout. THEME MACHINE - John Carney, a celebrated St. Louis radio icon, has dedicated his career to capturing the essence of American storytelling. As an inductee into the Radio Hall of Fame, alongside his father Jack Carney, John brings a wealth of experience and a unique interviewing style to The Theme Machine. Available now wherever you find your podcasts. STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 15% off @StopBoxUSA with code STW at https://stopboxusa.com/STW  #stopboxpod SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, JBL and Conrad are joined by WWE Hall of Famer and wrestling legend, Gerald Brisco. Mr. Brisco shares stories of discovering Hulk Hogan and working with him throughout his iconic career.  BRUNT - Get $10 Off @BRUNT with code WRESTLE at https://bruntworkwear.com/WRESTLE #BRUNTpod SURF SHARK - Go to https://surfshark.com/wrestlewithbruce  or use code WRESTLE at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! SOUL - Bring on the good vibes and treat yourself to Soul today! Right now, Soul is offering my audience 30% off your entire order! Go to GetSoul.com and use the code WRESTLE. That’s  https://www.getsoul.com , promo code WRESTLE for 30% off. MY BOOKIE - Sign up for My Bookie at https://mybookie.website/joinwithWRESTLE50  with code WRESTLE50 and we'll back you on your first deposit. $100 gets you $50. $200 gets you $100 BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. THEME MACHINE  - John Carney, a celebrated St. Louis radio icon, has dedicated his career to capturing the essence of American storytelling. As an inductee into the Radio Hall of Fame, alongside his father Jack Carney, John brings a wealth of experience and a unique interviewing style to The Theme Machine. Available now wherever you find your podcasts. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.  

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, "The Wrestling God" and host Conrad Thompson take us back to 2006 for a Backlash PPV that had us all scratching our heads. Vince McMahon and his son Shawn challege Shawn Michaels and GOD to a tag match! John shares his hilarious take on this wild storyline and all his experience backstage during this time with the company.  BLUECHEW - Visit https://bluechew.com  and try your first month of BlueChew FREE when you use promo code WRESTLE -- just pay $5 shipping. MANDO - Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code STW at shopmando.com! #mandopod THEME MACHINE - John Carney, a celebrated St. Louis radio icon, has dedicated his career to capturing the essence of American storytelling. As an inductee into the Radio Hall of Fame, alongside his father Jack Carney, John brings a wealth of experience and a unique interviewing style to The Theme Machine. Available now wherever you find your podcasts. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.

On this episode of Something To Wrestle, The Wrestling God, Johh Layfield and host Conrad Thompson take a deep dive into Bill Goldberg's historic WWE run that ended this past Saturday during SNME. TRUE CLASSIC - Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at https://trueclassic.com/STW  ! #trueclassicpod STOPBOX - Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code STW at https://stopboxusa.com/STW  #stopboxpod CASH APP - Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/eohggy50 #CashAppPod *Referral Reward Disclaimer: As a Cash App partner, I may earn a commission when you sign up for a Cash App account. SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more.