McGuire on Wrestling returns with a packed show full of guests and news from the week in wrestling.

Dave Meltzer is off this week, so Josh Nason from The Wrestling Observer joins us to talk all about AEW's Grand Slam: Australia. Together, Josh and Mike go match by match to give you the results as well as what could come from the event.

Next up, Joe Aguinaldo joins the show again as he and Mike pick through some of the recent winners of the 2024 Wrestling Observer Awards. Do we agree or disagree with the choices? How about you?

Then, we travel to Adelaide, Australia, to catch up with Celebrate Wrestling follower Scott Ainsworth, to get his perspective as a fan as to what AEW can do to make things more attractive to fans when the company makes its planned return to the country in 2026.

Also in this week's news: - WWE HOF Updates and Speculation - A WWE Legend is making her final appearance - Remembering a Japanese/Lucha Libre legend - NXT Vengeance Day recap - and more!

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This week, join Mitch Hontzias and a recovering Dimitri Korolis as they take their usual hilarious (and shockingly accurate at times) look at the week of professional wrestling on TV before the airing of tonight's AEW Grand Slam Australia event!

Wrestling fans, it's time to lace up your boots and step into the squared circle with Legends and Champions! In our latest episode, we dive deep into the electric atmosphere of WrestleMania VII, an event that left an indelible mark on the wrestling world.

Highlights of WrestleMania VII:

• Career-Ending Showdown: We break down the unforgettable clash between Ultimate Warrior and Macho King Randy Savage in a high-stakes career-ending match. Relive the emotional rollercoaster and the stunning conclusion that changed the course of wrestling history.

• Controversial Storyline: We tackle the burning question: Should the storyline involving Sgt. Slaughter as the Iraqi sympathizer have happened? We delve into the debates, reactions, and lasting impact of this polarizing narrative.

• In Memoriam: We take a moment to honor the legends we've lost, reflecting on their contributions and the legacies they've left behind.

• Preserving the Legacy: Join us as we explore the importance of preserving wrestling's rich heritage. From iconic matches to unforgettable moments, we discuss how we can keep the spirit of wrestling alive for future generations.

Whether you're a lifelong wrestling enthusiast or a newcomer to the sport, this episode of Legends and Champions is a must-listen! Tune in and celebrate the triumphs, controversies, and unforgettable moments of WrestleMania VII.

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This week, WWE has made their first sweeping cuts of 2025. Mike McGuire and The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer go through some of the names released or unrenewed, and offer their thoughts on who may break out in the coming months.

Dave also gives us a peek at the Wrestling Observer Awards process, which will be announced this Friday.

Mike McGuire shares a couple stories from this past weekend, including events with Special Olympics Alberta and Southern Alberta's Pure Power Wrestling - an indy promotion that shows how hard work pays off, big!

Also, updates on a Super Bowl commercial that has some Macho Man fans shouting "foul", one of the Headshrinkers is facing a medical challenge, Maple Leaf Pro Wrestling's next shows have been announced, and much more!

To close things off, from Legends and Champions, Andy Evans joins us to talk about his show, some of the experiences he's had in telling some of the greatest stories in wrestling's past, and chats about some current events.

The most entertaining week in review show is back, as Dimitri Korolis and Mitch Hontzias walk you through what they watched in the world of pro wrestling!

Mitch couldn't make the McGuire on Wrestling roundtable, so the guys start off wit his WWE Royal Rumble 2025 thoughts before heading to Raw, AEW Dynamite, TNA IMPACT! and WWE Smackdown.

Also, in this week's "Alternate Scenario", Mitch offers some names as possible "Rumble Snubs". Agree or disagree, you'll have a great time listening to this week's A-C-T!

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Exclusively for podcast listeners, it's an extended edition of McGuire on Wrestling as we look back at the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble from multiple angles!

First, Mike McGuire is joined by Joe Aguinaldo and Dimitri Korolis from Celebrate Wrestling's "The Alternate Commentary Table" and they give their thoughts on the entire PLE from start to finish.

Next up, The Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer gives us some behind the scenes news on contract signings, including Alexa Bliss, and what may be next for several stars following the Rumble. Dave also offers some insight into the latest update on the Janel Grant/Vince McMahon lawsuit, including names that have been added and removed from the filing.

Last up, it's a segment dedicated ENTIRELY to YOUR feedback on the Rumble, as Mike walks through the highest amount of "Yay/Boo" feedback in the history of the segment!

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This week, the most entertaining look back at the week of pro wrestling TV is back, and the guys are not holding back while getting us ready for the 2025 WWE Royal Rumble!

This week, the guys discuss an eventful Monday Night Raw - not just from storylines, but from a potentially devastating moment involving The Judgment Day's JD McDonagh.

Also, the guys talk TNA, AEW and of course, tonight's Rumble live on Peacock and Netflix!

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