Hosts Anthony Thomas and Kevin Castle discuss a wide range of topics regarding the wrestling scene in 2023 and their predictions for WWE in 2024. From their personal New Year celebrations to reflecting on WWE's choice to discontinue DVD merchandise and TNA's partnership with Endeavor Streaming, they explore a variety of industry shifts. They also delve into the controversial hiring of Velveteen Dream, his heartfelt apology video, and the surprising return of 'The Rock' to WWE. In addition, they discuss the implication of WWE veteran Kevin Dunn's retirement for the company's aesthetics. All while expressing revitalized interest in wrestling and optimism for its future.
00:00 Introduction and New Year's Reflections
00:17 Family Traditions and Changes Over Time
00:44 New Year's Eve at the Bar
01:38 New Year's Eve Party Experiences
02:24 Card Games and Festivities
04:39 New Year's Eve Gifts and Celebrations
05:53 Looking Forward to the New Year
06:06 Reflecting on Wrestling in 2023
06:38 Discussing World's End Event
07:21 Chris Jericho's Controversy
07:45 Adam Cole's Role and Reveal
13:34 Tony Khan's Media Scrum and Response
15:27 Jericho's Reputation and Allegations
18:06 Concluding Thoughts on Wrestling Community
31:36 Discussing People's Behavior and Attitude
32:29 Critique on Handling of Jericho's Situation
33:32 Wrestling Industry's Handling of Sensitive Subjects
35:13 WWE and Triple H's Future Plans
35:46 Potential Partnership between TNA and WWE
42:48 Speculations on Sasha Banks' Future
46:23 Velveteen Dream's Apology and Future
01:02:10 Discussing Apologies and Anticipations
01:02:30 The Rock's Surprise Appearance
01:02:53 Implications of The Rock's Return
01:03:00 The Rock's Physical Condition and Performance
01:03:45 The Rock's Legacy and Impact
01:04:03 The Rock's Controversial Moments
01:04:22 Speculating The Rock's Surprise
01:06:09 The Rock's Popularity and Influence
01:08:36 The Rock's Potential Future Matches
01:18:07 Looking Forward to 2024
01:18:36 Kevin Dunn's Retirement and Its Implications
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