Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast 10/16/2025: Crown Jewel, TNA, Ratings, & Making the Drives

This week on the Tapped In: Indy Wrestling Podcast, Nick is joined by Matt Griffin, promoter of ACTION Wrestling, to discuss the current state of Georgia’s independent wrestling scene and how the landscape has evolved in 2025.🔥 Topics This Week:Indy RewindWho won the week ?State of Georgia Wrestling: Why the field is more crowded and competitive than it’s been in yearsPower 5: Which promotions are standing out and which new names are climbing the rankingsGoing In Blind: Top 7 Atlanta Braves players of all time ⚾💌 Got a question for a future guest host? Email us at [email protected]#TappedInPodcast #MattGriffin #ACTIONWrestling #GeorgiaWrestling #IndyWrestling #Power5 #GoingInBlind #TappedOutPodSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]

Nick & Myron are back on the Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast with another week of stories shaking up the wrestling world — from the fallout on Raw, Crown Jewel hype, and Bound for Glory, to the continued chaos surrounding Nielsen’s new ratings system. Plus, the boys run through another jam-packed weekend of Georgia indy wrestling in Making the Drives.This week’s topics include:What caught your eye on TV this week?Crown Jewel 2025:• John Cena vs AJ Styles• Triple H hints that more PLEs going internationalTNA Bound for Glory:• The Hardys vs Team 3DNielsen Ratings Shake-Up (Follow-Up Discussion)Making the Drives:• The road trip continues with a packed weekend of Georgia indy action:1FW (Athens) – Vary Morales, Billy Gunn, Jacked Jameson, Angelica RiskACTION (Tyrone) – Tim Bosby vs Adam Priest, Krule vs Grayson PierceSCA (Royston) – Halloween TV taping + costume contestSFCW (Monroe) – Crossroads featuring Sal Rinauro, CT Keys, and Hunter JamesPremier All Star (Buchanan) – Stevie Ray Frost, Eddie Hendrix, Lev, Andrews, and The WonderboyzGeorgia Premiere (Jasper) – Blackwell, Holmes, Taylor, Cantrell, Seal, and more1FW (Watkinsville) - QT Marshall, Tyeler Shoop, Warden, Brady Booker, & moreACTION Wrestling (Atlanta) – Darian Bengston, Owen Knight, Jazzy Yang, ChayneMale, and others#WWE #AEW #TNA #TappedOutPodcast #CrownJewel #BoundForGlory #WrestlingPodcast #GAIndyWrestlingSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]

Nick & Myron are back on the Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast with another week of wrestling’s biggest stories and boldest opinions. From the rumors surrounding John Cena’s farewell opponent to the chaos caused by Nielsen’s new ratings system—and the latest on TNA’s new TV deal—it’s another can’t-miss episode full of insight, laughs, and hot takes.This week’s topics include:• What caught your eye on TV this week?• John Cena’s Final Opponent Rumors• AEW & WWE Ratings Shake-Up• TNA’s Major TV Deal Update• Making the Drives • Complete rundown of this weekend’s Georgia indy shows: 1FW (Gainesville), PCW (Conyers), SECW (Temple), DWA (Atlanta), SCA (Royston), Viral Pro, WrestleMerica, OSWA, BullPen, Kraken Pro, and more!💥 Don’t miss the best blend of news, analysis, and humor in pro wrestling.👉 Early access every Wednesday at 12PM on Patreon: patreon.com/tappedoutpod👉 Public release Thursday at 10AM: tappedoutpod.comFollow & connect with us:Facebook: facebook.com/tappedoutpodInstagram: instagram.com/tappedoutpodTwitter/X: x.com/tappedoutpodEmail: [email protected]#WWE #AEW #TNA #TappedOutPodcast #JohnCena #Gunther #WrestlingPodcast #GAIndyWrestlingSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]

This week on the Tapped In: Indy Wrestling Podcast, Nick is joined by Myron Fancher as they dive into a packed week across the Georgia independent scene and beyond. From TV tapings to tournament chaos, from small-town crowds to big-time production, it’s another wild week in Georgia wrestling.🔥 Topics This Week:Indy Rewind: Coverage from 1FW, ACTION, SCA, SFCW, Premier All-Star, and RIPWWho Won the Week — and how 1FW’s TV tapings continue to raise the barIs the Georgia indie scene beginning another major shakeup?Outdoor show season is coming to an end — how will it impact promoters and fans?Underrated & Underappreciated Promotions: BullPen Pro, Premier All Star, GCW, PCW, and The ApexBlind Reveal: A hilarious detour as Nick and Myron rank the Top 5 Waffle House Menu Items💌 Got a question for a future guest host? Email us at [email protected]📅 New episodes every Wednesday – early on Patreon, public on YouTube.🎧 Listen & subscribe: tappedoutpod.comFollow Us:Facebook: facebook.com/tappedoutpodInstagram: instagram.com/tappedoutpodTwitter/X: x.com/tappedoutpod#TappedInPodcast #MyronFancher #GeorgiaWrestling #IndyWrestling #1FW #SFCW #ACTIONWrestling #TappedOutPod #WaffleHouseSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]

Nick & Myron are back on the Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast with another loaded week of wrestling talk. From John Cena’s official farewell match announcement to WWE NXT’s TNA invasion and AEW unveiling new championships, the guys cover all the big stories you need to know. Plus, it’s another packed weekend in Georgia indy wrestling with Making the Drives.This week’s topics include:Did anything catch your eye on TV this week?John Cena’s Final Match AnnouncementIs Eric right about WWE/TKO endangering the long-term audience with rising prices?WWE NXT – TNA Invasion Special (Oct. 7)AEW introduces the Women’s World Tag Team ChampionshipMaking the Drives: Complete rundown of this weekend’s Georgia indy wrestling shows (1FW, ACTION, SCA, SFCW, Premier All Star, Hope, 12 Gauge Pro, RIPW, and more).💥 Big news, hot debates, and all the laughs you expect from Nick & Myron every week.👉 Early access every Wednesday at 12PM on Patreon: patreon.com/tappedoutpod👉 Public release Thursday at 10AM: tappedoutpod.comFollow & connect with us:Facebook: facebook.com/tappedoutpodInstagram: instagram.com/tappedoutpodTwitter/X: x.com/tappedoutpodEmail: [email protected]#WWE #AEW #TappedOutPodcast #JohnCena #NXTInvasion #AEWWomen #WrestlingPodcastSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]

Nick & Myron are back on the Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast with a loaded episode covering everything from Wrestlepalooza fallout to AEW All Out’s biggest winners and losers. They also tackle ESPN’s WWE app rollout, early PPV start times, and the PWI 500 rankings that have fans debating all week long.This week’s topics include:New show formats launching next weekWrestlepalooza fallout:WWE’s “entertainment-first” approach vs. AEW’s presentationESPN App debate: Is $30 too much? Or is it on your provider to make the deal?Wrestling discourse overload: empty-seat conspiracies, ESPN reviews, ticket price complaintsAEW considering permanent early PPV start timesAEW All Out 2025 Winners & Losers:PWI 500 💥 Another can’t-miss episode of wrestling talk with hot takes, debate, and a few laughs along the way.👉 Early access every Wednesday at 12PM on Patreon: patreon.com/tappedoutpod👉 Public release Thursday at 10AM: tappedoutpod.comFollow & connect with us:Facebook: facebook.com/tappedoutpodInstagram: instagram.com/tappedoutpodTwitter/X: x.com/tappedoutpodEmail: [email protected]#WWE #AEW #TappedOutPodcast #Wrestlepalooza #PWI500 #WrestlingPodcastSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/

This is it—the final edition of the Georgia Wrestling Spotlight! Don’t worry though, the coverage isn’t going anywhere. The Indy Rewind segment will now be part of The Tapped In Podcast, while Making the Drives shifts over to the Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast. That clears the deck for some big projects coming soon.Indy Rewind1FW (Athens, GA) – Brady Booker gets hardcore revenge, Billy Gunn teams with Vary MoralesPCW (Conyers, GA) – Shocking cash-in ends Jay Shaw’s reign at just six minutesACTION (Fayetteville, GA) – Adam Priest steps to Tim Bosby, Mad Dog Connelly debuts1FW (McDonough, GA) – Cowboy hats, Smoking Gunns nostalgia, and a red-hot women’s divisionSCA (Royston, GA) – BLVD makes his presence felt, title match chaos, and Richard Page’s gamesGPW (Jasper, GA) – Trevor Blackwell cements himself as champ, Supastarz loomingPremier All-Star (Buchanan, GA) – “Prince of Darkness” rules, chaos with Greatness Inc., and a wild 6-man falloutWho Won the Week?One star stood tall in multiple promotions, making their case as the most impactful name in Georgia wrestling. Find out who grabbed the spotlight this week!Making the DrivesFriday, Sept 26: 1FW (Cumming, GA) – Vary Morales vs Mark Davidson, QT vs Lee JohnsonFriday, Sept 26: 1FW (Locust Grove, GA) – Free ShowFriday, Sept 26: PCW (Conyers, GA) – Dominic Stuckey vs Sleepy Rassla plus ENT in actionFriday, Sept 26: SCA (Royston, GA) – Triple Threat Heavyweight Title Match: Mayson vs Frost vs VainFriday, Sept 26: Classic City (Athens, GA) – Naja vs Alan Angels, Towers vs Warden, plus Zicky DiceSaturday, Sept 27: Coastal Empire (Savannah, GA) – Tag Team Turmoil, Supastarz in action, and moreSaturday, Sept 27: The Apex (Augusta, GA) – Drago vs Alex Kane, Alan Angels vs Reyhan Inteus, women’s action featuring Gianna Gage, Izzy Moreno, Kelsey Raegan, Emily JayeSaturday, Sept 27: GCW (Buckhead, GA) – Nick Halen vs Chop Top, Bullrope Match, Shaw vs Nelson, Enterprise in actionSaturday, Sept 27: Total Aggression Wrestling (Cornelia, GA) – Nawfside Heroes, Hayden Seal, Jacob Ashworth and moreSunday, Sept 28: 1FW (Avondale Estates, GA) – Brady Booker defends the 1FW Title vs Jacked JamesonThank you to every fan, wrestler, and promotion that’s supported the Georgia Wrestling Spotlight. This isn’t the end—it’s just a new beginning.#GeorgiaWrestling #IndyWrestling #TappedOutPod #TappedInPodcast #WrestlingPodcast

This week on the Tapped In: Indy Wrestling Podcast, Nick is joined by special guest host Rosario Grillo — The Big Cannoli. With Bryce Cannon sidelined due to injury, Rosario steps in to tackle a packed show covering the latest across Georgia and beyond.🔥 Topics This Week:* Sending love and support to Bull Buchanan as he recovers in the hospital* Preview of the new format launching next week: Big News, Categories, Going In Blind, and Indy Rewind* This week’s Power 5 (Promotional Champions) — which promotional champions are leading the way, and who’s making moves to climb the list* Going In Blind blind ranking game: Secondary Champions edition* What Rosario Grillo has been up to in AEW, ROH, and across the Georgia indie scene* NY Jets talk, college QB's, and more💌 Got a question for a future guest host? Email us at [email protected]#TappedInPodcast #RosarioGrillo #BigCannoli #GeorgiaWrestling #IndyWrestling #Power5 #GoingInBlind #TappedOutPodSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]

This week on the Tapped Out Wrestling Podcast, Nick and Myron dive deep into one of the busiest weeks in pro wrestling! From blockbuster WWE business deals to AEW’s biggest matches of the year, we’re covering it all.Topics this week include: • 💰 WWE’s massive Saudi deal for Mania • 🎟️ Ticket prices, streaming deals, and what it all means • 🔥 WrestlePalooza card breakdown • 🌟 Is Dominik Mysterio truly the future • 🚪 Andrade’s WWE release — what’s next for El Idolo? • 💥 AEW All Out💬 Join the conversation and let us know what you think of this wild week in wrestling!👉 Don’t forget to subscribe on YouTube and support us early on Patreon for bonus content and early access.📌 Follow & Support: • Patreon: patreon.com/tappedoutpod • YouTube: tappedoutpod.com • Twitter/X: x.com/tappedoutpod • Facebook: facebook.com/tappedoutpod • Instagram: instagram.com/tappedoutpod#WWE #AEW #TappedOutPodcast #WrestlePalooza #WrestleMania #BrockLesnar #JohnCena #CMPunk #MercedesMone #DominikMysterio #AEWAllOut #ProWrestlingPodcastSupport our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]

The Georgia indie wrestling scene was packed this past weekend with drama, title changes, and shocking turns! Nick takes you through the action in this week’s Georgia Wrestling Spotlight.🌀 Indy RewindFriday Sept 12thSHW (Canton, GA): Final show at the Action Building delivered chaos, a deathmatch spectacle, and Joe Black retaining the SHW Title. New venue announced for November.1FW (Gainesville, GA): Capacity crowd saw Brady Booker retain, Ogogo shine vs Shoop, and an unlikely team of Vary Morales/QT Marshall/Billy Gunn steal the show.SCA (Royston, GA): Guest consultant Donovan Dijak stepped in after Jaden Vain caused a DQ. The 6-man tag main event ended with Stevie Ray Frost pinning Scott Mayson, then Genesis imploded.DWA (Atlanta, Ga): The Boozerweight debuts, Apex vs Golden Class continues, Nawfside still on top, and a wild triple threatSaturday Sept 13thBullPen Pro Wrestling (Temple, GA): Packed house witnessed Dante Diamond dethrone Ryan Wyndell for the Light Heavyweight Title and Zack Buchanan turning on Cody Windham in shocking fashion.WrestleMerica (Forsyth, GA): Family Matters exploded as Luka Daniels and Michael Stevens escalated toward their “I Quit” match at Halloween Hell. Plus, FryDaddy & CT Keys’ finally boiled over.Passion of Wrestling (Swainsboro, GA): The Dead Man’s Hand faction stood tall, Swole speared Cody Barringer twice, and the King of the South Gauntlet shook things up.AWARE (Newton, GA): Logan Stevens vs Gabe Norton stole the show, but what fans will remember most is Logan knocking out promoter J.B. Stevens.Sunday Sept 14thKraken Pro Wrestling (Tifton, GA): Trevor Aeon retained vs Sal Rinauro, Joe Black battled Joey Hyder in a show-stealer, and the Business stood tall with Sal Rinauro’s surprising involvement.Monday Sept 15th1FW (Watkinsville): Warden attacked Brady Booker setting up a hardcore match, and Anthony Ogogo shockingly turned on QT Marshall.ACTION Wrestling (Vinings, GA): Post-main event chaos saw Owens, Rage, & Chayne Male attack Bengston, only for OXP and Stunt Marshall to make the save – setting up a big 6-man showdown.🏆 Who Won the Week?🛣️ Making the DrivesThursday Sept 18th1FW (Athens, GA – Bell 7PM) – New venue, new day of the week.Friday Sept 19th1FW (McDonough, GA – Bell 7PM) – QT Marshall defends the Lariato Pro Title, Isis Reade defends the Women’s Title.ACTION Wrestling (Fayetteville, GA – Bell 8PM) – Tim Bosby defends vs Darian Bengston, plus OXP, Adam Priest, Grayson Pierce, and more.SCA (Royston, GA – Bell 8PM) – New full-time consultant debuts.Saturday Sept 20thPremiere All Star Wrestling (Buchanan, GA – Bell 7:30PM) – Stevie Ray Frost defends in Prince of Darkness Rules, Jacob Ashworth vs Alexander Lev, and more.Georgia Premier Wrestling (Jasper, GA – Bell TBA) – Trevor Blackwell’s Open Challenge, Supastarz chase Tag Titles, JD Ink defends TV Title.Sunday Sept 21stBlood & Honey Series (Atlanta, GA – Bell 8PM) – Nathan Mowery defends the DWA Ultra Violent Title, plus Tank, Effy, Jazzy Yang, Spectre, and more.Support our sponsors at:Lytmi Earbuds:Official Website Link: https://tinyurl.com/mpwd6mdn (10% discount with the code: tappedoutpod )Amazon Exclusive Discount Link: https://amzn.to/3XqRFsW (Limited-time $20 discount)If you are looking for an easy way to clip your content and add captions too, check out Opus.Pro with the link below. It's what we use and it says HOURS of our time athttps://www.opus.pro/?via=tappedoutpodFor your life insurance needs, contact Nick McDaniel at: https://www.facebook.com/NickMcDanielWoodmenLifeGet your tix to upcoming events at: Vet Tix: https://www.vettix.org/Email: [email protected]