JBUGZ Wrestling Podcast

WWE PG Era Series 18 - Unforgiven 2008

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:25:59 -0400

Unforgiven 2008 was the beginning of PPVs starting to take on their own identity. This one being 3 separate championship scramble matches. One for the WWE, World Heavyweight, and ECW championships. Chris Jericho and Shawn Michaels take their rivalry of the year to the next level with an unsanctioned match. Vickie Guerrero and The Undertaker go face to face in the ring. Cryme Tyme takes on Cody Rhodes and Ted DiBiase for the World tag titles. Divas title on the line between Michelle McCool and Maryse.

WWE PG Era Series 17 - Summerslam 2008

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:25:18 -0400

Summerslam 2008 is one of my favorite PPVs I have watched in this series. You know it’s going to be an interesting show when the Raw and Smackdown main events do not involve the world champions. Edge and Undertaker fought in a Hell in a Cell match. Batista took on John Cena. CM Punk defended his world title against JBL. Triple H faced the great Khalil for the WWE title. Shawn Michaels was scheduled to make an announcement on his career. Chris Jericho foiled those plans. Much more on the Summerslam card. Also cover several releases and signings that happened during this time in 2008.

WWE Weekly Review (35) - 5.10.26 - 5.17.26

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 17 May 2026 23:55:04 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Another week of Roman Reigns getting out through the announce table by Jacob Fatu. Sol Ruca vs Iyo and Gunther vs Royce Keys were our top matches of the week. SNME card is starting to be filled out. World Tag and IC titles will be on the line. Rhea, Charlotte, and Alexa will take on Jade, B-Fab, and Michin. Gunther and Cody Rhodes for the WWE title is official for Clash in Italy.

Saturday Night's Main Event May 23rd
Clash in Italy May 31st

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WWE Weekly Review (34) - 5.3.26 - 5.10.26 - Backlash Recap

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 10 May 2026 21:18:32 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. 5 match Backlash is in the books. Several good matches. Emotional ending to Iyo and Asuka. Is Asuka's time in WWE done? Roman Reigns defended the World title against Jacob Fatu. Roman may have won the match but he was not the one left standing after. Bron Breakker and Seth Rollins finally have their grudge match with Bron going over. Trick Williams successfully defends the U.S title against Sami Zayn. Danhausen and Minihausen defeat Kit Wilson and The Miz. John Cena announces the John Cena Classic. A new event coming later this year.

Backlash May 9th
Clash in Italy May 31st

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WWE Weekly Review (33)- Wrestlemania 42 Recap and Post WM Releases

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 03 May 2026 23:50:39 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Wrestlemania 42 has concluded. Roman Reigns and CM Punk had one of the best Wrestlemania matches of all time. Some may even say it saved WM. IC title ladder match was another major highlight for the night. Randy Orton RKO Pat McAfee. Shortly after Cody Rhodes defeated Randy Orton ending one of the most controversial storylines in recent memory. Oba Femi defeated Brock Lesnar. After the match Brock left his gloves and boots in the ring. Is this the end for Brock? Around 30 wrestlers have been either released or mutually parted ways since WM concluded. Kofi Kingston, Xavier Woods, Kairi Sane, Alister Black, and Wyatt Sicks to name a few.

WWE PG Era Series 16 - Great American Bash 2008

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Great American Bash 2008 is the last PPV before the PG era officially begins. John Cena and JBL will fight in a parking lot brawl. WWE champion Triple H will face Edge fresh off Edge’s wedding disaster. CM Punk faces Batista for the World Heavyweight title. Shawn Michaels and Chris Jericho have another grudge match. The first ever Divas champion will be crowned between Michelle McCool and Natalya. Also on the show WWE tag, U.S, and ECW title matches.

WWE Weekly Review (32) - 4.5.26 - 4.12.26 - Wrestlemania 42 Predictions

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 12 Apr 2026 23:47:57 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Go home week to Wrestlemania 42 and plenty of predictions to be made. 13 matches announced. Many of them are starting to pick up steam. CM punk gave us a pipe bomb like promo on Raw. Going after the likes of Roman, The Rock, and everyone's favorite Pat McAfee. Will Pat McAfee have a big role in the WWE title match between Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton? Stephanie Vaquer in a backstage segment sent Liv Morgan and Roxanne into concussion protocol. Nikki Bella is said to have a sprained ankle putting the Bella Twins in danger of being pulled from the Womens tag title fatal four way match.

Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE Weekly Review (31) - 3.29.26 - 4.5.26

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 05 Apr 2026 15:34:49 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Stephanie McMahon returned on Raw to talk some sense into Cody. Pat McAfee revealed as the mystery person Randy Orton has been talking too. Pat punted Cody in the groin aligning himself with Randy Orton. 4 more Wrestlemania matches have been confirmed. Finn Balor vs Dirty Dom, Seth Rollins vs Gunther, Women's Tag title in a fatal four way, Men's IC title in a multi man ladder match. Cm Punk and Roman Reigns close Raw with another brawl. Logan Paul and Austin Theory are the new World Tag Team champions. Roxanne returned to help aid Liv Morgan in her fight with Stephanie Vaquer. Triple H stepped in to prevent Oba and Brock from fighting.

Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE PG Era Series 15 - Night of Champions & 2008 Draft

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Night of Champions 2008 where every title will be defended. Triple H faces John Cena for the WWE title. Edge defends the World title against Batista. Chris Jericho defends the IC title against a surprise opponent in Kofi Kingston. Those three matches were the highlight of the card. Another big moment was Cody Rhodes turning on Hardcore Holly to be Ted DiBiase's surprise tag team partner for the World Tag title match. Also on the show the ECW title was on the with Kane vs Mark Henry vs Big Show. US title Matt Hardy vs Chavo Guerrero. Womens title Mickie James vs Katie Lea Burchill. WWE Tag titles The Miz & John Morrison vs Finley & Hornswoggle.

Also happening this month on June 23rd is the 2008 WWE Draft. Notable draft picks: Batista, Rey Mysterio, CM Punk, Kofi Kingston head to Raw. Triple H, Jeff Hardy, Mr. Kennedy head to Smackdown. Matt Hardy, Finley, Hornswoggle head to ECW.

WWE Weekly Review (30) - 3.22.26 - 3.29.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 30 Mar 2026 00:41:53 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. 7 Wrestlemania matches have been confirmed. Drew McIntyre vs Jacob Fatu in an unsanctioned match and Trick Williams vs New U.S Champion Sami Zayn have been announced. Raw had some really good developments for the women's single title matches. Stephanie and Liv had one of the best brawls in recent memory. AJ and Becky finally have a good promo together. Oba Femi once against bests Brock Lesnar. Roman with the help of the Usos laid out CM Punk to end Raw. Randy Orton and Cody Rhodes have a forgettable pull apart brawl after Randy Orton defeated Matt Cardona on Smackdown. Jelly Roll defeats Kit Wilson in an actual match.

Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE PG Era Series 14 - One Night Stand 2008

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

One Night Stand 2008 where every match has a stipulation. The most memorable moment of the show was Randy Orton being thrown out of the ring by Triple H and legitimately breaking his collarbone. This was in a last man standing match for the WWE title. Undertaker faced Edge for the vacant world title in a TLC match. If Undertaker loses he is banished from WWE. Batista vs Shawn Michaels in a stretcher match. John Cena vs JBL in a first blood match and so much more on this show.

WWE Weekly Review (29) - 3.15.26 - 3.22.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 23 Mar 2026 00:08:17 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Oba Femi WILL be taking on Brock Lesnar at WM. Randy Orton is listening to the voices in his head. CM Punk snaps on Roman Reigns for calling him old.....Drew McIntyre fights Jacob Fatu for the whole Smackdown show all over the arena. Penta vs Dragon Lee & Carmelo Hayes vs Ilja Dragunov were fantastic title matches. Damien Priest & R-Truth are your new WWE tag team champions. AJ Lee retains her IC title against Bayley. Michin & B-Fab align themselves with Jade Cargill.

Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE PG Era Series 13 - Judgment Day 2008

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 19 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Judgment Day 2008 is shaping to be one of my favorite PPVs of the year. Edge vs Undertaker for the World title and Shawn Michaels vs Chris Jericho dominated the show. WWE title was on the line in a steal cage match between Triple H and Randy Orton. MVP issued an open challenge which Jeff Hardy answered. Other matches on the show JBL vs John Cena - WWE tag titles Miz & John Morrison vs Kane & CM Punk - Women’s title Mickie James vs Beth Phoenix vs Melina

WWE Weekly Review (28) - 3.8.26 - 3.15.26

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 15 Mar 2026 23:46:50 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Randy Orton has turned on Cody Rhodes in a very brutal contract signing on Smackdown. Jimmy and Jey Uso confront CM Punk over his comments on their late Uncle. Judgment Day has finally turned on Finn Balor. Bayley wins the Women's IC # 1 contender gauntlet match and will face AJ Lee this upcoming Raw. Appears Giulia and Tiffany is the direction for the Women's U.S title at WM. Drew McIntyre attacked Jacob Fatu potentially building to a WM match.

Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE Weekly Review (27) - 3.1.26 - 3.8.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 09 Mar 2026 00:08:32 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Cody Rhodes is your new WWE champion after defeating Drew McIntyre. Cody will face Randy Orton at WM. CM Punk and Roman Reigns go face to face on Raw. Seth Rollins sends Paul Heyman to the hospital. Penta defeats Dirty Dom to become the new IC Champ. Rhea and Jade go face to face after their social media beef. Gunther and Dragon Lee have the match of the week.

Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE PG Era Series 12 - Backlash 2008

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 05 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0500

WWE Backlash 2008 took place in Baltimore Maryland. WWE title was defended in a fatal four way elimination match between, Randy Orton, Triple H, John Cena, and JBL. World Heavyweight title was defended in a rematch from Wrestlemania Undertaker vs Edge. Chavo Guerrero battled Kane in another Wrestlemania rematch for the ECW title. Shawn Michaels was in a grudge match against Batista with special guest referee Chris Jericho. Also on the card Big Show vs Great Kahli, U.S title match MVP vs Matt Hardy, and a 12 Diva tag team match.

WWE Weekly Review (26) - 2.22.26 - 3.1.26 - Elimination Chamber Review

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 02 Mar 2026 00:27:47 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. 2026 Elimination Chamber is in the history books. Rhea Ripley and Randy Orton are going on to Wrestlemania. They are going to face Jade Cargil and Drew McIntyre. Jey Uso was attacked on Smackdown which prompted another # 1 contender match for the chamber. Logan Paul defeated Jacob Fatu. In the chamber the masked man costed Logan the match. Seth Rollins revealed himself as the masked man. AJ Lee wins the IC title from Becky Lynch. CM Punk survives Finn Balor. The mystery crate was the WWE debut of Danhausen.

Elimination Chamber February 28th
Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE Weekly Review (25) - 2.15.26 - 2.22.26 - Elimination Chamber Preview

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:42:01 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Elimination Chamber preview. Two Elimination chamber matches, Becky Lynch vs AJ Lee, and Finn Balor vs CM Punk. Early Wrestlemania predictions. Who's in the crate? Janel Grant makes first public comments. WWE blackout rules for watch parties.

Elimination Chamber February 28th
Wrestlemania 42 April 18th & 19th

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WWE PG Era Series 11 - Wrestlemania 24

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 22:13:43 -0500

Live from the Citrus Bowl in Orlando Florida. Ric Flair puts his career on the line against Shawn Michaels. Edge defends the World title against Undertaker. The man who has never lost at WM. Randy Orton defends the WWE title in a triple threat match against Triple H and John Cena. MITB ladder match, Finley vs JBL, Batista vs Umaga, and so much more.

WWE Weekly Review (24) - 2.8.26 - 2.15.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:18:42 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. AJ Lee returns and challenges Becky Lynch to an IC title match at Elimination Chamber. CM Punk vs Finn Balor has also been added to the card. LA Knight, Cody Rhodes, Rhea Ripley, and Tiffany Stratton all qualify for their respective Elimination Chamber matches.

Elimination Chamber February 28th

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WWE Weekly Review (23) - 2.1.26 - 2.8.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:53:44 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Bron Breakker is out indefinitely after having major hernia surgery. CM Punk and Roman Reigns have what will probably be one of the best promos of the year. Tiffany Stratton and Randy Orton qualify for their respective Elimination Chamber matches. Stephanie Vaquer survives Raquel in a World title defense. Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu attack Drew McIntyre on Friday Night Smackdown.

Elimination Chamber February 28th

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WWE Weekly Review (22) - 1.19.26 - 2.1.26

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:55:40 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Liv Morgan and Roman Reigns are your Royal Rumble winners. Gunther retires AJ Styles. Drew defeats Sami Zayn along with costing Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu in the rumble match. CM Punk had 2 successful World title defense in the last two weeks. Royce Keys makes his WWE debut and so much more!

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WWE Weekly Review (21) - 1.11.26 - 1.18.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 19 Jan 2026 00:32:38 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Is this the beginning of the Cody Rhodes heel turn? Is Raquel going to be the next Woman's World champ? Bron Breakker suspended indefinitely after putting his hands on Adam Pearce. Finn Balor challenges CM Punk for the World Title on next weeks Raw. Gunther defeated AJ Styles in a controversial fashion.

Saturday Night's Main Event January 24th
Royal Rumble January 31st

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WWE Weekly Review (20) - 1.4.26 - 1.11.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 07:17:58 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Drew McIntyre is your new WWE Champion! He survived Three Stages of Hell. Jacob Fatu returned to try and cost him the match but in the end he costed Cody the belt. Iyo Sky and Rhea Ripley are the new Women's tag champions. Becky Lynch cheated to win back her Intercontinental title.

Saturday Night's Main Event January 24th
Royal Rumble January 31st

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WWE Weekly Review (19) - 12.29.25 - 1.2.26

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 05 Jan 2026 07:16:34 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Tempers are flaring going into both the World and WWE title matches next week. Will Cody survive Three Stages of Hell or will Drew finally win the WWE title. Can Bron Breakker prove that he really is the now and not the future against CM Punk? Matt Cardona signs with WWE and will be on Smackdown. Lots of NXT talents are being called up ahead of the Royal Rumble.

Saturday Night's Main Event January 24th
Royal Rumble January 31st

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WWE PG Era Series 10 - No Way Out 2008

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 30 Dec 2025 20:54:25 -0500

Road to Wrestlemania 24 continues at No Way Out 2008. First PPV to feature two elimination chamber matches. One for Raw and for the first time one for Smackdown. Where the winner faces their respective brands world champion at Wrestlemania. John Cena challenges Randy Orton for the WWE title. Rey Mysterio challenges Edge for the World title.

WWE Weekly Review (18) - 12.21.25 - 12.28.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 00:26:00 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Austin Theory tries to prove himself to The Vision. Drew announces that the match stipulation for him and Cody Rhodes is Three Stages of Hell. Match will take place January 9th in Berlin Germany. Carmelo Hayes is the new U.S champ defeating Ilja Dragunov in an open challenge.

Saturday Night's Main Event January 24th
Royal Rumble January 31st

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WWE Weekly Review (17) - 12.14.25 - 12.21.25 - Fallout from SNME

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 00:51:01 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. First week after John Cena's retirement. Gunther soaking in all the boos. Austin Theory reveals himself as the masked man aiding The Vision. Lots of title pictures trying to gain some traction going into the new year.

Saturday Night's Main Event January 24th
Royal Rumble January 31st

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WWE PG Era Series 9 - Build up to No Way Out 2008

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 16 Dec 2025 23:51:58 -0500

Reviewing the 2 week build up to No Way Out. Edge proposed to Vickie Guerrero ahead of his match with Rey Mysterio. John Cena cashes in his Wrestlemania Main Event match to face Randy Orton. The Elimination Chamber match has returned and will be the in ring focus leading into No Way Out.

No Way Out February 17th 2008

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WWE Weekly Review (16) - 12.7.25 - 12.14.25 - SNME Review - John Cena's Last Match

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 14 Dec 2025 01:35:52 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. John Cena wrestled his last match. Controversial finish. NXT stars show they below on the main roster during SNME.

Saturday Night's Main Event December 13th
Saturday Night's Main Event January 24th
Royal Rumble January 31st

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WWE Weekly Review (15) - 11.30.25 - 12.6.25

Jon Bugdon — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 10:10:40 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Gunther wins The Last Time is Now tournament and will face John Cena at SNME. Liv Morgan returns to lead the Judgment Day. The women's tag division is now a major part of Raw and Smackdown.

Saturday Night's Main Event December 13th

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WWE Weekly Review (14) - 11.23.25 - 11.30.25

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 30 Nov 2025 02:00:50 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Survivor Series has concluded. Liv Morgan has returned! Who was masked per that helped The Vision win War Games? Will Roman be Cody's next opponent.

Survivor Series November 29th
Saturday Night's Main Event December 13th

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WWE Weekly Review (13) - 11.16.25 - 11.23.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:27:36 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. The Survivor Series build continues. AJ Lee, Charlotte, and Becky Lynch join the women's War Games match. Roman Reigns and Brock Lesnar join the men's War Games match. Dolph Ziggler returns for one night to face Solo Siko. Maxxine is your new Women's IC champ.

Survivor Series November 29th
Saturday Night's Main Event December 13th

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I went to AEW Collision in Erie PA

Jon Bugdon — Fri, 21 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

My AEW Collision experience at the Erie Insurance Arena in Erie PA. Collision took place November 15th 2025

WWE PG Era Series 8 - Raw 1.28.08 & Smackdown 2.1.08 Review

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 20 Nov 2025 19:50:30 -0500

Raw 1.28.08 & Smackdown 2.1.08 Review. John Cena returns and confronts Randy Orton. Elimination Chamber matches and participants announced. Rey Mysterio and Cm Punk will face Edge and Chavo in a tag team rematch.

No Way Out February 17th 2008

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WWE Weekly Review (12) - 11.09.25 - 11.16.25

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 16 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. The Survivor Series build is in full force. John Cena becomes a grand slam champion The men's and women's war game teams are almost fully set. Surprise return of Zach Ryder.

Survivor Series November 29th
Saturday Night's Main Event December 13th

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WWE Weekly Review (11) - 10.26.25 - 11.03.25

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 18:23:06 -0500

Weekly review of all things WWE. Saturday Night's Main Event is in the books. CM Punk and Jade Cargill are new champions. Logan Paul and Rey Mysterio return on Raw. Tournament announced to determine John Cena's final opponent.

Saturday Night's Main Event November 1st
Survivor Series November 29th

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WWE PG Era Series 7 - Royal Rumble 2008

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 27 Oct 2025 00:43:12 -0400

January 27th 2008, the Royal Rumbel takes place at MSG. John Cena makes his surprise return and wins the RR. Randy Orton face Jeff Hardy for the WWE title. Rey Mysterio challenges Edge for the World Heavyweight title.

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WWE Weekly Review (10) - 10.12.25 - 10.19.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 20 Oct 2025 00:43:41 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed turn on Seth Rollins to end Raw. Ilija returns on Smackdown and wins the U.S title from Sami Zayn. Jacob Fatu was mysteriously attacked. Seth may be out for an extended period of time.

Saturday Night's Main Event November 1st
Survivor Series November 29th

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WWE PG Era Series 6 - Raw 1.21.08 & Smackdown 1.25.08 Review

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 14 Oct 2025 18:09:32 -0400

Raw 1.21.08 & Smackdown 1.25.08 Review. Randy Orton and Jeff Hardy are set to shake hands before their match at Royal Rumble. Edge takes on CM Punk in the main event of Smackdown.

Royal Rumble set for January 27th 2008

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WWE Weekly Review (9) - 10.5.25 - 10.12.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 13 Oct 2025 00:55:57 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Crown Jewel is in the books. John Cena and AJ Styles finish the final chapter of their legendary rivalry. Cody/Seth and Tiffany/Stephanie battle for their respective Crown Jewel titles. Australian street fight between Roman Reigns and Bronson Reed. Iyo Sky teamed up with Rhea Ripley to take on the Kabuki Warriors.

Saturday Night's Main Event November 1st

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WWE PG Era Series 5 - Raw 1.14.08 & Smackdown 1.18.08 Review

Jon Bugdon — Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:33:28 -0400

Raw 1.14.08 & Smackdown 1.18.08 Review. Randy Orton takes on Jeff Hardy for the IC title. Edge and Chavo have settled their differences. They take on Cm Punk and Rey Mysterio in Smackdown's Main Event.

Royal Rumble set for January 27th 2008

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WWE Weekly Review (8) - 9.28.25 - 10.5.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 06 Oct 2025 00:34:10 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. The build for Crown Jewel continues. Roman Reigns returns on Raw to save the Usos. Smackdown used talent from Raw and NXT to help freshen up the show. Will more matches be added to Crown Jewel?

Crown Jewel October 11th 8 am EST ESPN

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I went to AEW Dynamite in Pittsburgh PA

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 30 Sep 2025 18:38:55 -0400

My experience at AEW Dynamite in Pittsburgh PA at the Peterson Event Center

WWE Weekly Review (7) - 9.22.25 - 9.28.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 29 Sep 2025 00:38:52 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. The build for Crown Jewel begins. Was Smackdown's main event the worst of the year? Finally the Vision and the Uso's were not closing Monday Night Raw. Asuka turned on Iyo. Sami's U.S title open challenge is the best thing on Smackdown.

Crown Jewel October 11th 8 am EST ESPN

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WWE Weekly Review (6) - 9.15.25 - 9.22.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 22 Sep 2025 19:47:24 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Wrestlepalooza was on Saturday and boy was it underwhelming. A Lee in ring return. Drew faced Cody for the WWE title in the main event while John Cena and Brock Lesnar opened the show. Stephanie and Iyo stole the show for the vacant women's world title.

Crown Jewel October 11th 8 am EST ESPN

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WWE Weekly Review (5) - 9.7.25 - 9.14.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:42:15 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Wrestlemania 43 announced for Saudi Arabia. Andrade gone from WWE. AJ Lee and CM Punk Challenge Seth Rollins and Becky Lynch for Wrestlepalooza. Brock rips his pants. Sami continues US open challenge. Cody returns and attacks Drew.

Wrestlepalooza Saturday September 20th 7 PM EST on ESPN

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WWE PG Era Series 4 - Raw 1.07.08 & Smackdown 1.11.08 Review

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 08 Sep 2025 19:31:33 -0400

Raw 1.07.08 & Smackdown 1.11.08 Review - Raw is taking place in a Casino so what better episode to play spin the wheel to decide ever match? Umaga will face Jeff Hardy in a Steel Cage and William Regal will face HHH in a first blood match. Chavo Guerrero takes on Rey Mysterio in the main event of Smackdown.

Royal Rumble set for January 27th 2008

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WWE Weekly Review (4) - 8.29.25 - 9.6.25

Jon Bugdon — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 10:33:13 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. AJ Lee returns and attack Becky Lynch! John Cena vs Brock Lesnar set for Wrestlepalooza. Clash in Paris review and aftermath.

Wrestlepalooza Saturday September 20th 7 PM EST on ESPN

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WWE PG Era Series 3 - Raw 12.31.07 & Smackdown 1.04.08 Review

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 28 Aug 2025 19:25:38 -0400

Raw 12.31.07 & Smackdown 1.04.08 Review - Last Raw of 2007 and 1st Smackdown of 2008. Ric Flair puts his career on the line in the main event of Raw against Triple H. Vickie Guerrero sets up a beat the clock challenge where the winner will face Edge at the Royal Rumble.

Royal Rumble set for January 27th 2008

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WWE Weekly Review (3) - 8.16.25 - 8.23.25

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 25 Aug 2025 01:12:19 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Clash in Paris will be the last PLE on Peacock. Naomi relinquishes the world title due to pregnancy. Wrestlepalooza announced. Clash in Paris predictions. Raw and Smackdown recaps.

Clash In Pairs Sunday August 31st 2 PM EST on Peacock
Wrestlepalooza Saturday September 20th 7 PM EST on ESPN

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WWE PG Era Series 2 - Raw 12.17.07 & Smackdown 12.21.07 Review

Jon Bugdon — Fri, 22 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Raw 12.17.07 & Smackdown 12.21.07 Review - Holiday season is upon the WWE universe with a Santa helper and Santa Claus match. Raw's main event Shawn Michaels & Jeff Hardy vs Randy Orton & Mr. Kennedy. Smackdown Main Event Edge defends his World Heavyweight title against Batista

WWE PG Era Series 1 - Armageddon 2007 Review

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:15:35 -0400

WWE Armageddon 2007 - Main Event Batista defends World title vs Edge and the Undertaker. Randy Orton defends WWE title against Chris Jericho in his PPV back since returning to WWE. HBK vs Mr. Kennedy, # 1 contender match Triple H vs Jeff Hardy, U.S title MVP vs Rey Mysterio, and more

WWE PG Era Series Preview

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 19 Aug 2025 00:09:55 -0400

I will be reviewing the PG Era in the WWE. Starting with Armageddon 2007. PG Era is said to end right around WrestleMania 30 in 2014

WWE Weekly Review (2) - 8.9.25 - 8.16.25

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 17 Aug 2025 02:42:50 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. Karrion Kross Release, Cost to be a WWE fan, Naomi missed Raw? PLE rumored for Sept 20th? Raw and Smackdown recaps.

Clash In Pairs August 31st

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WWE Weekly Review - 8.2.25 - 8.9.25

Jon Bugdon — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 03:47:59 -0400

Weekly review of all things WWE. WWE & ESPN reach a deal for WWE PLEs to be streamed on ESPN's new streaming service. Brock Lesnar returns. Summerslam, Raw, and Smackdown recaps.

Clash In Pairs August 31st

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7.28.25 WWE Raw Review + SS Predictions - Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed get last laugh before SummerSlam, CM Punk and Gunther face to face, World tag title on the line

Jon Bugdon — Thu, 31 Jul 2025 00:29:32 -0400

7.28.25 WWE Raw Review - Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed get last laugh before SummerSlam, CM Punk and Gunther face to face, World tag title on the line. 8 women tag match and much more on Raw.

SummerSlam - August 2nd & 3rd

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7.25.25 WWE Smackdown Review- RIP Hulk Hogan, TLC WWE Tag Title match announced, Cody wants to face the old Cena

Jon Bugdon — Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:39:32 -0400

7.25.25 WWE Smackdown Review- RIP Hulk Hogan, TLC WWE Tag Title match announced, Cody wants to face the old Cena, Roxanne vs Alexa Bliss, Wyatts vs Andrade/Rey Phoenix

SummerSlam - August 2nd & 3rd

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7.21.25 WWE Raw Review - Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman, Stephanie Rhea and Iyo stand tall

Jon Bugdon — Wed, 23 Jul 2025 00:04:43 -0400

7.21.25 WWE Raw Review - Roman Reigns and Paul Heyman, Stephanie Rhea and Iyo stand tall, LWO #1 contenders, Dirty Dom is cleared for SummerSlam

SummerSlam - August 2nd & 3rd

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7.18.25 WWE Smackdown Review - Cody turning Heel? Solo Sikoa Arrested? Charlotte & Alexa are now Friends?

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 01:44:24 -0400

7.18.25 WWE Smackdown Review - Cody turning Heel? Solo Sikoa Arrested? Charlotte & Alexa are now Friends? Andrade & Rey Phoenix # 1 contenders. SummerSlam is shaping to be better then WrestleMania 41.

SummerSlam - August 2nd & 3rd

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7.14.25 WWE Raw Review - Gauntlet # 1 Men's World Title, Bayley vs Lyra, Nikki Bella's in ring return

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 10:00:47 -0400

7.7.25 WWE Raw Review - Gauntlet # 1 Men's World Title, Bayley vs Lyra, Nikki Bella's in ring return. Rhea, Iyo, Naomi set for SS, Raquel & Roxanne are actually becoming friends? Is Seth really injured?

SummerSlam - August 2nd & 3rd

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SNME and Evolution 2 Review - Naomi Cashed In! Seth Rollins Injury? Goldberg Retirement

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:49:55 -0400

SNME and Evolution 2 Review - Naomi Cashed In! Seth Rollins Injury? Goldberg Retirement.

SummerSlam - August 2nd & 3rd

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7.11.25 WWE Smackdown Review - New WWE Tag Champs!, Jelly Roll vs Logan Paul for SS? LA Knight & Jimmy vs Solo & JC Mateo

Jon Bugdon — Sat, 12 Jul 2025 10:31:50 -0400

7.11.25 WWE Smackdown Review - New WWE Tag Champs!, Jelly Roll vs Logan Paul for SS? LA Knight & Jimmy vs Solo & JC Mateo.

Saturday Night's Main Event Saturday July 12th and Evolution 2 Sunday July 13th

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7.7.25 WWE Raw Review - Go Home show for SNME & Evolution 2, Gunther and Goldberg face to face, Seth Rollins vs Penta, Sami Zayn injured indefinitely

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 08 Jul 2025 21:48:56 -0400

7.7.25 WWE Raw Review - Go Home show for SNME & Evolution 2, Gunther and Goldberg face to face, Seth Rollins vs Penta, Sami Zayn injured indefinitely, Becky Bayley and Lyra face to face. Predictions for this event filled weekend.

Saturday Night's Main Event Saturday July 12th and Evolution 2 Sunday July 13th

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7.4.25 WWE Smackdown Review Drew McIntyre Returns, Solo & JC vs Jimmy Uso & Fatu,

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 07 Jul 2025 00:35:34 -0400

7.4.25 WWE Smackdown Review Drew McIntyre Returns, Solo & JC vs Jimmy Uso & Fatu, men's tag team division heavily involved. Wyatt Sicks Push???

Saturday Night's Main Event Saturday July 12th and Evolution 2 Sunday July 13th

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6.30.25 WWE Raw Review Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed vs Penta & Sami Zayn, #1 Woman's IC Bayley vs Lyra, Gunther & Seth Rollins face to face

Jon Bugdon — Tue, 01 Jul 2025 20:10:23 -0400

6.30.25 WWE Raw Review Bron Breakker & Bronson Reed vs Penta & Sami Zayn, #1 Woman's IC Bayley vs Lyra, Gunther & Seth Rollins face to face. Roxanne newest member of the Judgment Day???

Saturday Night's Main Event Saturday July 12th and Evolution 2 Sunday July 13th

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6.28.25 Night of Champions Review John Cena vs CM Punk, QOR and KOR

Jon Bugdon — Sun, 29 Jun 2025 23:48:00 -0400

Night of Champions Review John Cena vs CM Punk, QOR and KOR

6.23.25 WWE Raw Review and Night of Champions Predictions

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 23:26:51 -0400

Reviewing 6.23.25 Monday Night Raw and giving my predictions for Night of Champions taking place this Saturday in Saudi Arabia.

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6.20.25 WWE Smackdown Review

Jon Bugdon — Mon, 23 Jun 2025 21:03:10 -0400

Reviewing June 20th episode of Smackdown

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