Best Cruising With Kayfabe Podcasts (2025)

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ALL OUT 2025 Review 59:03

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19d ago59:03

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All Out 2025 brought shocking debuts, surprise returns, and nonstop chaos to Toronto, and we are breaking it all down. From Beth Copeland’s debut alongside Christian and Adam Copeland to Eddie Kingston’s emotional return after 16 months, this card was stacked with unforgettable moments. In this review we talk about the tailgate brawl that felt like…

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All Out 2025 Predictions 1:26:41

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Join us as we discuss our thoughts and predictions for All Out 2025 Featuring: Adam Copeland & Christian Cage vs. FTR (Cash Wheeler & Dax Harwood) AEW World Championship -- "Hangman" Adam Page (c) vs. Kyle Fletcher Jox Moxley vs. Darby Allin (Coffin match) AEW Women's World Championship -- "Timeless" Toni Storm (c) vs. Jamie Hayter vs. Kris Statlan…

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Road So Far 1:00:46

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The road so far has taken a sharp turn. After ten years away, AJ Lee made her return to WWE and we break down why it matters for both wrestling and the larger world around it. Then we switch gears to AEW where the path to All Out is getting crazier by the week. Will Chris Jericho return to Canada for All Out Kyle Fletcher stepped up to challenge fo…

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Aew Next Wave 1:11:24

1M ago1:11:24

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AEW is at a crossroads with Swerve Strickland and Will Ospreay sidelined and Kenny Omega still away. That leaves a huge opportunity for the next wave of talent to step up. On this episode of Cruising with Kayfabe we take a deep dive into who could fill that void on TV. From hard-hitting heavyweights to high-flying standouts, from rising women’s sta…

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Orange Cassidy: From Chill to Champion 58:46

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How wrestling’s most unbothered character became AEW’s most reliable performer. Orange Cassidy went from barely trying to being AEW’s most reliable champion. In this episode, we take you through the feuds, matches, and promos that show how his “sloth style” became a winning formula. We talk about the way his stories often start with him on the losi…

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Inevitable Okada v Omega Part V 46:52

3M ago46:52

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We’ve reached the next chapter. 7 years later after revisiting all four of their legendary battles, we’re going live with our watch-along of Kenny Omega vs Kazuchika Okada V happening at All In 2025. This isn’t just a rematch. It’s a legacy fight. Years have passed. The roles have shifted. But when these two step in the ring together, it’s still ma…

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Inevitable Okada v Omega Part IV 1:29:15

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Kenny Omega vs Kazuchika Okada – Dominion 6.9 (2018) This is the one. The grand finale. The culmination of two years of storytelling and one of the most legendary rivalries ever. Okada vs Omega IV is a 2-out-of-3 falls match for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship. No time limit. No excuses. This was Omega’s last shot after failing three times before…

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Inevitable Okada v Omega Part III 39:47

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Kenny Omega vs Kazuchika Okada – G1 Climax 27 (2017) Everything changes in part three. Okada and Omega face off in the G1, but this time it’s not for the title it’s about tournament points and proving a point. The time limit is shorter, the pace is faster, and Kenny comes in with the mindset that he has to beat Okada. It’s the first time he gets th…

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Inevitable Okada v Omega Part II 1:17:39

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Episode 2: Kenny Omega vs Kazuchika Okada – Dominion 6.11 (2017) The rematch. The 60-minute draw. The match that made people realize this rivalry wasn’t just a flash in the pan, it was something special. In part two, we watch Kenny and Okada go the full hour in a match that’s all about stamina, strategy, and pride. Omega didn’t walk out with the ti…

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Inevitable Okada v Omega Part I 1:07:00

3M ago1:07:00

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Kenny Omega vs Kazuchika Okada – Wrestle Kingdom 11 (2017) This is where it all begins. In part one of our watch-along series, we dive into the match that shook up the wrestling world and put Kenny Omega on a whole different level. It’s Omega vs Okada for the IWGP Heavyweight Championship at Wrestle Kingdom 11. This was Kenny’s first shot at the bi…

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All In 2025 Predictions 1:22:42

3M ago1:22:42

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All In: Texas is almost here and we’ve got full match predictions for the entire stacked card! Let’s talk: Mox vs Hangman in a Texas Death Match for the AEW World Title Timeless Toni vs Mercedes Moné dream match for the Women’s Championship Okada vs Omega in a winner-takes-all unification bout Tag Title madness: Hurt Syndicate vs JetSpeed vs The Pa…

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Blood and Gold: Hangman and Swerve Rivalry 51:10

4M ago51:10

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This episode is about one of AEW’s most intense rivalries, Swerve Strickland vs Hangman Adam Page. We’re breaking down the full story, from the first shot fired to the last blow landed. We cover: Swerve showing up on Dynamite and calling out Hangman The personal shots that made this feel real — calling Hangman a failure, dragging his family into it…

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The New Pillars 54:08

5M ago54:08

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AEW launched with a core of young stars MJF, Darby Allin, Sammy Guevara, and Jungle Boy but as the promotion has grown, so has its foundation. In this episode, Mongo and Emily break down the evolution of AEW’s Four Pillars and spotlight the new faces shaping the company’s future: Will Ospreay, Swerve Strickland, Toni Storm, and Hangman Adam Page. W…

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Book It..With Kayfabe 23:15

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On this episode of Cruising With Kayfabe, Mongo and Emily unleash the chaos with Book It With Kayfabe the game where wrestling meets pure, unfiltered nonsense! image0.pngForget match ratings and five-star classics. We’re asking the real questions: Who would bleed first in a pillow fight? Who’s winning a bouncy house battle royal? Could your favorit…

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Dank Side of the Ring 1:30:00

6M ago1:30:00

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Welcome to Dank Side of the Ring—the only show where the matches are cursed, the gimmicks are chaotic, and the booking decisions feel like a fever dream. In this episode, we break down the strangest, silliest, and most unexplainable matches in wrestling history. From Judy Bagwell on a forklift to mimosa mayhem, from eye extractions to invisible bat…

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Six on the Beach Recap 53:02

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Ahoy, cruisers! This week, Mongo and Emily are joined by their good friend and travel buddy, Brian from The Undone, the band behind all the music for Cruising With Kayfabe! Together, we dive into our unforgettable experience on the 6th Jericho Cruise: Six on the Beach, sharing wild stories, epic wrestling moments, and the best parts of life at sea …

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LIVE LAUGH BRUV : The Will Ospreay Story 55:43

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In this episode of Cruising With Kayfabe, we dive deep into the extraordinary career of Will Ospreay, the “Aerial Assassin.” From his early days on the British independent wrestling scene to becoming a global sensation in NJPW and AEW, Ospreay’s rise is nothing short of legendary. We explore how 2024 solidified his status as one of the greatest wre…

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Interview with Zak Knight 54:56

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On this episode of Cruising With Kayfabe, Zak Knight, better known as Zak Zodiac, takes us on a deep dive into his journey carving out his own name in professional wrestling. As a member of the legendary Knight family, Zak shares what it’s been like to build his legacy while honoring the one his family worked so hard to establish. We talk about his…

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Red death rising: The Daniel Garcia Story 50:15

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In this episode of Cruising with Kayfabe, Emily and Mongo explore the incredible journey of AEW’s rising star, Daniel Garcia. From his early days on the indie scene in Buffalo, New York, to surviving a near-fatal car accident in 2019, to becoming one of AEW’s most technically gifted wrestlers, Garcia’s story is nothing short of inspiring. We dive i…

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Interview with “The Spark" Jada Stone 39:07

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In this exclusive interview, we sit down with Jada Stone, aka “The Spark,” one of wrestling’s most electrifying young talents at just 21 years old. Jada has made waves in AEW, GCW, NJPW, AAA, DPW, OVW, and beyond, showcasing her speed and agility while competing with top talents across the globe. With a background in cheerleading, Jada brings a uni…

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Pure Rivalry: Nigel McGuinness and Bryan Danielson 47:10

1y ago47:10

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In this episode Emily and Mongo take a deep dive into one of the most legendary rivalries in professional wrestling: Bryan Danielson vs. Nigel McGuinness. From their early days in Ring of Honor to their battles over the Pure and World Championships, this rivalry defined an era of technical excellence and intense storytelling. Watch as we explore Ni…

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All In 2024 Predictions 1:06:27

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Join us for our prediction show for AEW ALL IN! If you missed the live here is the audio from our broadcast. The video versions are both on YouTube and Facebook @CruisingwithKayfabe Join us as we break down the 10 matches for this amazing card and give you our thoughts! The matches we cover are: Kris Statlander & Stokely Hathaway vs. Willow Nightin…

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Topic Turmoil III 56:34

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Welcome to another episode of Topic Turmoil! this time we are joined by Jeff and Rachael to pull random topics and talk about them for 3 minutes! many topics were discussed from the jericho cruise, to fantasy booking to favorite wrestlers! We had a lot of listener suggestions as well and those topics were also included! For a full episode archive (…

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All About Mariah 37:37

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Join us as we deep dive into this episode to talk about the future star Mariah May from her beginning as a content creator to being involved in one of the best stories to date. we talk about the story that's ALL ABOUT MARIAH The storyline of "All About Mariah" closely mirrors the plot of "All About Eve," with Mariah May playing the role of the ambi…

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Interview with The Undone 46:14

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I am sure you have heard the intro and outro music Provided by the band the undone, well for the first time join an Exclusive backstage interview with all 5 members of the band!! Join Mongo on location in Youngstown OH in the Green Room at Westside Bowl ahead of one of the biggest shows in the 2 year history of the Ohio-based "the undone" you will …

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Topic Turmoil 1:10:13

1+ y ago1:10:13

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Ahoy!!! In this episode "Topic Turmoil." What is Topic Turmoil? Simple Emily and Mongo each wrote down a variety of topics ranging from "favorite storyline" to " funniest moments" to wrestlers you think are overrated. The topics are random, the conversations are fun and laughs are to be had. However, there is turmoil! Once a topic is selected there…

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Flying High: Wrestling's Greatest High Flyers 1:10:59

1+ y ago1:10:59

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Ahoy! Join us as we dive deep into the cloudy waters of wrestling from the 80s to today to talk all about high-flying action! That's right we talk all about the best technically gifted aerial aces of the air, that elevated the landscape of professional wrestling You could say "turned the tide" Why is that pun important? because Emily put over 60+ n…

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BUSTED BRACKETS & BELTS iii 1:58:19

1+ y ago1:58:19

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Ahoy! We are back for some "Madness" and it isn't quite March but we love a good tournament! This time we have 16 of the sweetest aka best active male wresters and we debate who is the best current active wrestler! We used a randomizer on the matchups so some shocking matchups and eliminations happened earlier than normal! Here are some of the name…

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Ragers and Reunions PT 6 1:05:26

1+ y ago1:05:26

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Ahoy! Welcome to the 6th installment of the Ragers and Reunions Series! in this episode we bring back our cruise family Jeff AKA Smokey and Rachael! You will know Jeff and Rachael from our prediction episodes as well as other cruise episodes but we had to bring them back on to talk a little more about the cruise from their perspective! Not only was…

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Ragers and Reunions PT 4 1:07:07

1+ y ago1:07:07

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Ahoy! Welcome to the 4th installment of the Ragers and Reunions Series! in this episode we bring back cruise MVP, the OGOC lover of bacon and B.... well save that for the show, but the one the only JAMAL G! Join as us we talk to Jamal through his 5th adventure on the Jericho cruise, reuninting with his international friends Haley and Oliver and his…

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Ragers and Reunions PT 5 1:02:20

1+ y ago1:02:20

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Welcome to the 5th installment of the Ragers and Reunions Series! in this episode we talk to 5x, 5x,5x,5x,5x Jericho Cruise aficionado Jeff Durgin! Jeff has been on every Jericho cruise, and to multiple fozzy shows. We discuss how we met jeff on cruise 2 on a random plane ride back to NH, to now becoming friends and sailing together 4x! we talk abo…

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Wrestling Fantasy League 58:29

1+ y ago58:29

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Ahoy! you have heard of fantasy football, you have heard of fantasy sports in general but who has heard of a Wrestling Fantasy league? Well Join Emily and Mongo as they sit down and chat with Sue and Rob the creators, founders and some same Game Masters of the WFL the Wrestling Fantasy League! Entering its 34th season the game allows the players to…

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Swerving on the High Seas 1:00:00

1+ y ago1:00:00

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Ahoy! We are back on dry land and ready to talk about yet another JERICHO CRUISE! this time Emily, Mongo and Cam sailed on the 5 Alive!! Not only did they vlog their experience they have alos decided to bring back the popular Ragers and Reunions Series! So this episode kicksoff multiple episodes, with multiple cruisers talking about the expereience…

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Interview with Ava Everett 1:00:15

1+ y ago1:00:15

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We are very excited to sit down with Ava Everett! you may have heard us talk about AVA throughout our journey on this pod, however now it is time to hear her journey! Listen from her training at New England Pro Wrestling Academy to becoming a Platinum Hunnie and Joining Limitless Wrestling. From there her journey only blossomed as she wrestled up a…

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CWK a Year in Review 1:36:06

1+ y ago1:36:06

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Wow, its been another year! Well even though its mid January the year certainly was M-m-m-m-m-m- MID. 2023 was one of the best years in professional wrestling and we cannot wait to see what's on the horizon for 2024! Some of the categories we talked about were: MATCH OF THE YEAR MALE WRESTLER OF THE YEAR FEMALE WRESTLER OF THE YEAR BREAKOUT MALE ST…

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Interview with Cash Flo 1:03:06

2y ago1:03:06

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Ahoy! Join us for the amazing episode as we had the pleasure of sitting down with Star of Netflix 'Wrestlers' Documentary, OVW Wrestler & Trainer CASH FLO! In this episode, we talk to Cash about his journey into the wrestling business, and some of the legends of the Squared Circle he has worked with such as CM PUNK, Colt Cabana, Al Snow, Ian Rotten…

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Live from Wrestlecade! 10:24

2y ago10:24

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Ahoy! We have a bonus episode for you! Here is a little snippett of our day at Wrestlecade in Winston-Salem NC. We were first-time vendors at WC and we enjoyed every moment of it. This special episode was recorded live on site and we even had AEW Star NICK Wayne pop over to the table and Camden Cruise Told him off for Betraying Darby Allin ! We hop…

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Into the Cruise-Verse Part 1 57:21

2y ago57:21

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Ahoy! Get ready for an epic collision of worlds as Cruising with Kayfabe joins forces with Caddy Chat Wrestling Talk Podcast in an extraordinary crossover event – 'Into the Cruise-Verse.' Join Emily, alongside Mongo and Johnny Cadillac In this thrilling two-part saga, we dive into the heart of the Cruise-Verse, the legendary Jericho Cruise where th…

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The Devil HiMselF 1:24:45

2y ago1:24:45

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This episode will be better than us and we know it! Listen as we take a Dive deep into the enigmatic world of the Devil Incarnate, MJF... Maxwell Jacob Friedman. Join Emily and Mongo as we uncover the electrifying saga of his indie rebellion, where the devilish charm began its seductive dance. Brace yourselves as we navigate the treacherous twists …

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Zach to the Indies 55:26

2y ago55:26

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Ahoy! On this very special Bonus episode of Cruising witih Kayfabe we are joined by Zach Z, Zach is a vendor for multiple wrestling companies in NEW ENGLAND. He sells his famous snacks and homemade foods such as Chili, Mac and cheese and all the comfort foods. Listen to his story as he talks about his wrestling fandom, how he got into the food serv…

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Spooky SZN 1:14:18

2y ago1:14:18

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On this bone-chilling episode of Cruising with Kayfabe, your hosts Mongo and Emily are delving into the creepiest, spookiest, side of wrestling! They’ve got their fangs out for a ghoulishly good time as they explore your favorite haunted wrestlers and eerie gimmicks. Get ready to get your spook on as they cackle about the likes of Danhausen, The Br…

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Ladies Night II 1:00:56

2y ago1:00:56

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Ahoy! Emily is the captain in this second edition of Ladies Night! Emily is joined by first-time guest Hollie and returning friend of the show Rachael! Listen as these three lovely ladies take you on a unique journey through cruising, conventions and which Jericho version was cuter?!?!?!?! Listen as they also talk about the current state of AEW who…

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Episode 58 The new eRa 1:02:27

2y ago1:02:27

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Well, well, well, folks, in this absolutely epic episode of our podcast, we're here to talk about the one, the only, the Rated-R Superstar himself, Adam Copeland, better known as Edge, and his thrilling venture into AEW – All Elite Wrestling! You see, it's all about the 5-second poses, the laughs, and the pure, unadulterated awesomeness. We're dish…

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Episode 57 WrestleDream Predictions 1:28:03

2y ago1:28:03

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Ahoy~ On this episode of "Cruising with Kayfabe," we delve into the exciting world of professional wrestling and make some predictions for AEW's WrestleDream event. This Card is Stacked!!! Some of the matches we breakdown are: AEW TNT Championship (Two Out of Three Falls): Christian Cage (c) vs. Darby Allin Bryan Danielson vs. Zack Sabre Jr. "Hangm…

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Episode 56 Wrestlers Review 58:27

2y ago58:27

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In this episode, we dive into the world of professional wrestling, but not in the ring. We’re reviewing the Netflix documentary titled “Wrestlers,” which takes viewers behind the scenes to explore the lives, struggles, and triumphs of these larger-than-life entertainers. Join us as we analyze the documentary’s storytelling, its portrayal of the wre…

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Episode 55 Records, Rants and Reigns 1:07:26

2y ago1:07:26

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Ahoy! Join us on this special episode where we discuss some of the major wrestling records that have been broken in the year of our tribal chief 2023. Listen to us discuss some records we think could be broken, what ones will have more of an impact thank HTM, and his second-best fake Elvis gimmick (Here's to you Uncle Jessie). We also talk about so…

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Episode 54 ALL IN, ALL OUT & ALL THAT 1:45:49

2y ago1:45:49

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AHOY! Join us in this mega episode as we discuss the fallout from All In, Predict All out, and talk about our thoughts about the mega week for AEW. Emily and Mongo are also joined by THE OG OC Himself Jamal G! Not only did Jamal fly from Chicago to Londo for ALL IN he is also going to be live for ALL OUT The Matches from ALL IN Aussie Open (c) vs. …

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A Bray Wyatt Tribute 1:01:52

2y ago1:01:52

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August 2023 we lost Windham Rotunda better known to the wrestling world as Bray Wyatt. While it is never easy doing these types of episodes, we wanted to honor the man who entertained us for over a decade. Join Emily and Mongo as they do their best to talk about the life and career of the eater of worlds, the fiend, the visonary, the creative guru …

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Episode 53 ALL IN Predictions 1:38:26

2y ago1:38:26

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Ahoy! Join Mongo and Emily as we welcome special Guests Jeff and Rachael from our cruise family to go ALL In on some wrestling predictions we discuss this HISTORIC PPV for AEW in front of 80k people in WEMBLEY! The matches we discuss are: AEW World Championship: Adam Cole vs. MJF (c) AEW World Tag Team Championship: FTR (c) vs. The Young Bucks AEW …

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Episode 52 Mongo's Music and Trvia Challenge 1:34:56

2y ago1:34:56

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Ahoy! Join us in this musical and trivia adventure on the not-so-high seas! The Inaugural Mongo's Trivia challenge gauntlet was thrown down and AJ himself answered that open challenge like the second city savior himself. Join us in a multi-round guess that wrestling theme game of Mongo Musical trivia! Each contestant gets 5 seconds to name the wres…