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Release Date: 04/07/2026
The Turnbuckle Debate #273
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The week we are joined by Jordan from Chick Foley and The MVP Marco! Join us as we ask what is the worst move in professional wrestling history; is the John Cena Classic a genius creative move that elevates storylines, or just another championship added for the sake of having more belts; and should AEW continue producing action figures, or is it time to end the line altogether given the layoffs at Jazwares? It's going to be a fun week here at The Tavern, so to make sure you do not miss anything, go to patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for all your Tavern needs!
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Wrestling Tonight: JOHN CENA CLASSIC QUESTIONS, ASUKA UNCERTAINTY, WWE HOUSE SHOWS RETURN, OWEN HART CUP LOADED & MICK FOLEY TO AEW? | 186
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AEW Dynamite: MJF Agrees To Put His Hair On The Line | Brian Cage Returns | Fairway To Hell Results
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It's Thursday, and you know what that means! It is time to walk through those Tavern doors and order up a round of professional wrestling coverage from The Two Bad Chads! This week we talk AEW and all the happenings of the week! Make sure you go to patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for all your Tavern needs!
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Rawdown #229: BackLash Post Recap Review & Gingerbread Man Remembered
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The RAWDOWN boys discuss all of the news coming out of RAW and Smackdown and get you caught up on all of the news happening inside and outside the ropes in WWE. Everything is on the table. This is just the tip of the iceberg with all of the stories and news going on in the WWE. Let's talk about it and everything else in the WWE Universe! WWE RAW, WWE Smackdown, NXT... It's all there! Come get your best weekly fix for all things WWE on The RAWDOWN, right here at The Turnbuckle Tavern! PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, SHARE, & CLICK THE BELL! TELL A FRIEND ABOUT US! Go to...
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The Turnbuckle Debate #272
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The week we are joined by Ella Jay! Join us as we ask is it good business to ask top talent to restructure their contracts, or is TKO destroying the locker room culture by doing this; where should Xavier Woods & Kofi Kingston land following their WWE exits; and will bringing in Hunter Selby as director of shot production and design help or hurt the WWE product? It's going to be a fun week here at The Tavern, so to make sure you do not miss anything, go to patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for all your Tavern needs!
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Wrestling Tonight: WWE BACKLASH PREVIEW, NEW DAY LEAVES WWE, TED TURNER HONORED, JOHN CENA’S MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT, ROMAN REIGNS VS. JACOB FATU & STADIUM STAMPEDE RETURNS | 185
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Turnbuckle Tavern is powered by G FUEL — the clean, zero-sugar, zero-crash energy formula that keeps you locked in for the main event. Whether it’s a late-night pay-per-view, a marathon gaming session, or just getting through your day, G FUEL has you covered. Right now, you can save 20% instantly with code TAVERN at checkout at GFUEL.com. Fuel up, save big, and always… keep it Tavern. Turnbuckle Tavern is also proudly powered by the Official Dick Lazer — a wild, over-the-top gag gift that’s guaranteed to get a reaction. With the flip of a switch, it projects five laser images, and it...
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AEW Dynamite: Sting Returns To Pay Tribute To Ted Turner | Darby Defeats Kevin Knight To Retain The AEW Championship | MJF Putting His Hair On The Line For A Title Shot?
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It's Thursday, and you know what that means! It is time to walk through those Tavern doors and order up a round of professional wrestling coverage from The Two Bad Chads! This week we talk AEW and all the happenings of the week! Make sure you go to patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for all your Tavern needs!
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Rawdown #228: It's A Sad Day, Yes It Is...
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The RAWDOWN boys discuss all of the news coming out of RAW and Smackdown and get you caught up on all of the news happening inside and outside the ropes in WWE. Everything is on the table. This is just the tip of the iceberg with all of the stories and news going on in the WWE. Let's talk about it and everything else in the WWE Universe! WWE RAW, WWE Smackdown, NXT... It's all there! Come get your best weekly fix for all things WWE on The RAWDOWN, right here at The Turnbuckle Tavern! PLEASE SUBSCRIBE, COMMENT, SHARE, & CLICK THE BELL! TELL A FRIEND ABOUT US! Go to...
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The Turnbuckle Debate #271
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The week we are joined by The MVP Marco and The Ace Of The Tavern, Acefield Retro! Join us as we ask what specific changes must AEW make to restore the ‘must-see’ feel of Forbidden Door; which of the WWE releases, if any, are a “must sign” for AEW; and which of the new WWE call-ups will be the first to win a championship? It's going to be a fun week here at The Tavern, so to make sure you do not miss anything, go to patreon.com/theturnbuckletavern for all your Tavern needs!
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Wrestling Tonight: NXT PLES MOVE TO CW & ESPN, WWE AI BACKLASH, VAQUER SIDELINED & MORE ON TNA PULLING AEW MATCHES | 184
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Episode 177 centers on a week where creative direction and real-world influence collided.
We start with WWE SmackDown, where Pat McAfee’s heel turn reshapes the entire WrestleMania build, shifting the focus from a personal rivalry into something much bigger — and far more controversial.
From there, we preview AEW Dynasty 2026 in Vancouver, headlined by MJF vs. Kenny Omega, alongside a loaded championship card and strong late ticket movement heading into the final stretch. We also give you everything you need to know about TNA Rebellion 2026 in Cleveland main evented by Mike Santana vs. Eddie Edwards.
We also break down NXT Stand & Deliver fallout, as Lola Vice and Tony D’Angelo emerge as new champions, signaling a clear shift in the brand’s direction moving forward.
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Until the following week, when we wine and dine with you kings and queens — stay out of the alley and away from the pork and beans. Good luck and good speed.