Episodes

A difficult show this week as we remember the lives of Terry Funk and Bray Wyatt. Plus thoughts on AEW All In as we preview and give our predictions for this Sunday's big show at Wembley Stadium. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering NWA/WCW Great American Bash...

Lots to discuss on the podcast this week, starting with all of the backstage happenings on CM Punk over at AEW with Ryan Nemeth, Hangman Adam Page, Christopher Daniels, and more. We debate whether this is overblown or warranted. Plus, thoughts on the build to AEW All In, the MJF/Adam Cole dynamic (and eventual turn), WWE's recent television shows, Chad Gable, and much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supportin...

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss NWA/WCW Great American Bash 1989. This show featured NWA Champion Ric Flair taking on Terry Funk, Lex Luger vs. Ricky Steamboat, Sting vs. The Great Muta, and much more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much m...

Justin and Jesse review this year's SummerSlam PLE event. Roman Reigns vs Jey Uso. Cody Rhodes vs Brock Lesnar. Iyo Sky cashes in. And much more! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF King of the Ring 2001 and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of all ...

Ryan, Justin and Jesse break down this Saturday's WWE SummerSlam card, previewing and predicting each match. They talk about the controversy of leaving Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus off the card as well, what could be in Roman Reigns' future, as well as the future of the new World Title. Then, some discussion AEW Dynamite's 200th episode, the card shaping up for All In at Wembley Stadium and much more. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestl...

It's a new era for TRN as Jesse Velasquez joins us full-time! On this week's show, Ryan and Jesse discuss AEW's ups and downs since we last spoke. Plus, thoughts on WWE's booking of LA Knight and early info on 'The Iron Claw,' the new film about the Von Erich family. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We ...

Ryan discusses Jesse Velasquez joining the podcast full-time as our new co-host. Plus, a special free preview of this month's Top Rope Nation Classics episode. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WWF King of the Ring 2001 and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE s...

Our good friend Jesse Velasquez joins us to discuss the direction for WWE SummerSlam, as well as to review this past Saturday's WWE Money In The Bank PLE. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WCW SuperBrawl (1991) and an 'Extra' show on the best WWE stories of...

Ryan and Justin discuss their thoughts on AEWxNJPW Forbidden Door 2, plus the latest on Bryan Danielson's broken right forearm. And of course, we celebrate Episode 300 of the flagship! For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering WCW SuperBrawl (1991) and an 'Extra' s...

Enjoy a free selection from this week's 'Top Rope Nation Extra' bonus show that released to our Patreon-exclusive feed todayday. Ryan is joined by Rick Skelton to discuss the best WWE stories/storylines in history and how the Bloodline ranks compared to them. This is the first 15 minutes of what is a 90 minute show! Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign up for your 7-day free trial to hear this full podcast, as well as over 100 full length bonus shows in total that are on...

Ryan and Justin talk about whether this week's AEW Dynamite was the best in company history, look ahead to this Saturday night's debut of AEW Collision, the card so far for Forbidden Door, and the latest on CM Punk's return. Episode 300 coming up NEXT WEEK! Send us an audio message at TopRopeNation@gmail.com for inclusion during the show. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bo...

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss WCW SuperBrawl (1991). This show featured WCW Champion Ric Flair taking on IWGP/NWA Champion Tatsumi Fujinami, The Steiner Brothers vs. Sting and Lex Luger, Brian Pillman vs. Barry Windham, and much more. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world s...

Ryan, Justin, and special guest Carl Longhawn review AEW Double or Nothing 2023 in its entirety, full results and evaluation of Anarchy in the Arena 2, the Four Pillars AEW World Title match, Kris Statlander's shocking return and Jade Cargill's loss, Toni Storms championship victory, and more. Plus, some thoughts on the upcoming AEW video game release and WWE Night of Champions. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supp...

We can check-in to get you ready for a big weekend: AEW Double or Nothing and WWE Night of Champions! Plus, a discussion on CM Punk's pending return at the June 17th AEW Collision debut at the United Center. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We just released a new 'Classics' show covering AWA WrestleRock...

We convene to give our late thoughts on WWE Backlash and the fallout from WWE Raw. Then, we look ahead to the rest of the WWE World Title tournament and predict a winner (and what will happen on SmackDown). Finally, some thoughts on the lineup for this week's AEW Dynamite and the months ahead. We're back! This week, we discuss CM Punk's recent trip around the wrestling world (to various companies) and what could have been the motivation. Plus, thoughts on the WWE Draft, the new WWE World Champio...

We're back! This week, we discuss CM Punk's recent trip around the wrestling world (to various companies) and what could have been the motivation. Plus, thoughts on the WWE Draft, the new WWE World Championship, WWE Backlash, this week's AEW Dynamite, and a very fun Q&A segment. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you ...

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss AWA's WrestleRock '86 from the Metrodome in Minneapolis. We are joined by Jesse Velasquez of the Unplugged Wrestling Podcast who attended the event live as a young kid. The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much mo...

Ryan and Justin discuss the news of the day that CM Punk's return to AEW is in the works. We discuss when it will happen, where it will happen, and potentially how. How does The Elite factor in? Chris Jericho? Plus, some thoughts on this week's AEW Dynamite and the direction for Wembley Stadium. For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archiv...

Ryan and Justin discuss the fallout from Vince McMahon's return to creative, a disappointing Raw After Mania, a really good AEW Dynamite, and AEW's announcement of a show at Wembley Stadium. Plus, Jesse Velasquez joins us too, doing a run-in after we experienced some technical difficulties! Apologies in advance for the technical difficulty we ran into. Rather than doing lots of edits, we thought it might be more entertaining for you to hear it as it unfolded.For bonus content from Top Rope Nati...

A lot to discuss today. Cody Rhodes comes up short against Roman Reigns at WrestleMania 39. How night two of WrestleMania compared to night one. An all-time great Intercontinental title match. Plus, WWE has been sold to Endeavor and will combine with UFC to form a new company. Ryan is joined by Jesse Velasquez of the Unplugged Wrestling Podcast to break it all down.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on ...

Join us as we discuss WWE WrestleMania 39 (Night One), a great night of wrestling with one of the best women's matches in company history and an outstanding main event between Sami Zayn and Kevin Owens and The Usos.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We have a new 'Classics' show dropping this weekend on ...

Here is your monthly free preview of the latest edition of 'Top Rope Nation Classics,' our monthly deep-dive retro show for our supporters on Patreon. This month, we go back in time to discuss WWF WrestleMania 17, arguably the greatest WrestleMania of all time (and we do argue about that point). The full podcast includes deep dives on every match on the card, all the news in the wrestling world surrounding the event, and so much more.Head on over to https://www.patreon.com/topropenation to sign...

We preview both nights of WWE WrestleMania 39, scheduled for this weekend in Los Angeles, California. Roman Reigns vs. Cody Rhodes. Sami Zayn. Kevin Owens. John Cena. It's the most exciting time of the year for pro wrestling, so get ready for this weekend with us!For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling shows, consider supporting us on Patreon. We have over 100 bonus podcasts available in the Patreon archive the minute you sign up. We hav...

This week's episode features Kyle and special guest Jesse Velasquez to discuss a plethora of topics in the wrestling world, including WWE's main scene, the discourse on 2022 wrestler of the year, Bray Wyatt's status, John Cena's return, the WrestleMania 39 card, and a good debate on whether Triple H or Roman Reigns have had the better in-ring career.Check out Jesse's pod - Unplugged Pro Wrestling.For bonus content from Top Rope Nation, as well as Patreon-exclusive reviews of classic wrestling ...