TGBP 080 - The Triple H Situation: Stale Booking, Petty Wars, and Why Your Favorite Wrestler is Stuck
The Guy Blog Podcast - MMA | Wrestling | Sports | Guy Stuff
Release Date: 08/29/2025
TGBP 080 - The Triple H Situation: Stale Booking, Petty Wars, and Why Your Favorite Wrestler is Stuck
The Guy Blog Podcast - MMA | Wrestling | Sports | Guy Stuff
I'm back with a solo shot of truth serum! In this episode of The Guy Blog Podcast, we dive headfirst into the biggest complaints surrounding Triple H's WWE regime. Is the product feeling stale? Is the day-to-day booking losing your interest? We break down exactly why that's happening. It's not just about one bad storyline—it's about the entire creative process funneling through a single person's brain. We'll unpack: Why relying solely on Triple H's personal opinion is creating continuity issues and boring TV. The pointless counter-programming against AEW and why...
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TGBP 079 - WWE’s Money Moves: TKO Cuts, Truth’s Return & Jey Uso’s Shocking Title Loss
The Guy Blog Podcast - MMA | Wrestling | Sports | Guy Stuff
Join me, Orlando Rodriguez, as I rip open WWE’s chaotic playbook! I'm breaking down why TKO’s $3B debt is forcing ruthless budget cuts (yes, even after the R-Truth U-turn), how Jey Uso’s red-hot merch run got iced for a Goldberg nostalgia tour, and why lucha libre star Mr. Iguana just SKIPPED NXT because he sells shirts. Is WWE sacrificing long-term storytelling for quick cash grabs? Are Vince-era creative ghosts haunting Triple H’s reign? And why does Gunther need a belt to fight a retired Goldberg? Grab your folding chair—we’re diving into the mayhem! YEET YOUR TAKE! Comment on...
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TGBP 078 - Truth Bombs & Budget Cuts: Inside WWE's Shocking Talent Purge & TKO's $3B Problem
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Orlando Rodriguez returns to The Guy Blog Podcast with FIRE! We’re dissecting WWE’s shocking wave of non-renewals – from locker room glue guy R-Truth to fan-favorite Carlito – and what it reveals about TKO Holdings’ desperate cost-cutting. I’ll break down: • The new "AEW-style" contract tactic WWE’s using (and why it will backfire) • TKO’s $3 BILLION DEBT CRISIS 💰 and its ripple effect on YOUR favorite stars • Roman Reigns’ $15M contract showdown – is "The Tribal Chief" really at risk? 😱 • Why UFC-style roster cuts DESTROY...
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TGBP 077 - The Turbulent Rollercoaster Career of CM Punk
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On this episode of The Guy Blog Podcast, I take a deep dive into the controversial career of CM Punk. We look at Punk's triumphs in WWE, his daring move to UFC, and his turbulent run in AEW that ended in controversy and termination. Despite his talent and charisma, Punk's inability to handle criticism and perceived slights has led to him repeatedly self-destructing professionally. I analyze Punk's complex psychology and the factors behind his pattern of burning bridges. While Punk's future in wrestling is unclear, his chaotic career makes for an intriguing discussion. Tune in to...
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The Rise of Suga Sean: Inside the World of UFC's Most Exciting Prospect - TGBP 076
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In this episode, we dive into the world of Sean O'Malley, aka "Suga Sean", one of the most promising and entertaining fighters in the UFC's bantamweight division. We discuss his unconventional path from high school dropout to MMA sensation, highlight his flashy style and signature "sugar" persona, analyze his career so far including big wins and injury setbacks, and look ahead to his future trajectory in becoming a UFC star. Follow me, post, repost, respond, ask, share and tweet, I'll answer all. Also visit www.THEGUYBLOG.com ...
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TGBP 075 UFC 261 Post Main Event Talk
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UFC 261 was one for the books, 3 title fights, 3 exciting finishes! Let's talk about the main event between Usman vs Masvidal! #ufc #mma #theguyblog As always, thank you for listening. If you liked what you heard, leave The Guy Blog Podcast a review on iTunes and suggest the podcast to a friend! ***Thinking of creating your own podcast (or videos)? Check out some of the equipment that I use below:*** For Video(YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, etc.): - Canon EOS Rebel T6i SLR Camera Bundle: - Neewer 700W Professional Lighting Kit: - Neewer...
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TGBP 074 Post Wrestlemania 37 Talk
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Ahhhh Wrestlemania 37, we hardly knew ya! You came and went and gave us 2 nights of action. You surprised us and entertained us and now we have to go back to our weekly rollercoasters of RAWs and SMACKDOWNs. But while we are here, let's reminisce about the weekend that was.
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TGBP 073 Jon Jones and The UFC: A Love Story
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Jon Jones and the UfC aren't seeing eye to eye... again. Let's talk about the biggest rivalry in MMA and why it may stop us from witnessing the best and biggest HW MMA matchup to make.
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TGBP 071 - Brodie Lee
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Brodie Lee, a life well-lived....
info_outlineI'm back with a solo shot of truth serum! In this episode of The Guy Blog Podcast, we dive headfirst into the biggest complaints surrounding Triple H's WWE regime. Is the product feeling stale? Is the day-to-day booking losing your interest? We break down exactly why that's happening.
It's not just about one bad storyline—it's about the entire creative process funneling through a single person's brain. We'll unpack:
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Why relying solely on Triple H's personal opinion is creating continuity issues and boring TV.
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The pointless counter-programming against AEW and why it's a waste of WWE's resources.
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The flawed strategy behind the TNA "partnership" and why it's actually making TNA look weaker.
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The real reason talents like Karrion Kross aren't connecting—and it's not because they weren't "homegrown."
This is a no-holds-barred look at the business decisions and creative bottlenecks shaping your weekly wrestling shows.
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