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Before My Head Explodes with Vince Russo

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  • Vince Russo's "Before My Head EXPLODES" is a 30 minute, twice a week podcast, where the most polarizing and contraversial man in the history of sports entertainment will rant, rave and rapid-fire his honest opinions on everything from pop culture, current news, entertainment, sports, music and whatever else is twisting his mind and burning his tongue! Real, dynamic, hard-hitting and oh yeah---NO MAMBY-PAMBYS allowed!
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  • The Coach and Bro | WWE Layoffs, Triple H’s Future & Business Behind Pro Wrestling — Coach & Bro Unleashed!

    The Coach and Bro | WWE Layoffs, Triple H’s Future & Business Behind Pro Wrestling — Coach & Bro Unleashed!
    May 7 2025
    00:00 — Show kicks off: Coach returns from travel, touts rapid channel growth, and introduces Vince Russo. 00:38 — Coach and Vince discuss audience growth, fan engagement via super stickers, and the “Finger Point of Death” phenomenon: Triple H and the legacy of pointing at future job losses. 04:07 — Major topic: WWE’s annual layoffs. Coach explains staff and talent firings, including Dakota Kai, Braun Strowman, and Shayna Baszler, highlighting the real-life impacts on those released. 05:12 — Russo compares WWE’s talent investment and accountability structure to Major League Baseball, criticizing WWE management for lack of consequences when big investments fail. 08:59 — Examining WWE’s “buddy system” in hiring and why poor decisions persist, especially with NXT call-ups. Coach and Russo analyze why certain talents (like Shayna Baszler) never get over. 10:41 — Shift in company philosophy: House shows vs. TV, money-driven decisions under TKO management, and parallels to late-era WCW. 11:59 — Repeat firings: Braun Strowman and Dakota Kai’s return/exit cycles and lack of management accountability. 13:33 — Russo and Coach express empathy for released talent and the challenge of finding equivalent work (especially for big characters like Braun Strowman). 14:06 — Solutions: Russo calls for experienced writers/producers; Coach predicts increased demand for smart analysis like theirs as fans wise up. 15:06 — First super sticker topics: The Rock vs. Triple H power dynamics and the short- and long-term risks to Rock’s brand.WWE’s acquisition of Alberto Del Rio’s AAA contract and media misrepresentation.The “Tony Khan hug” phenomenon at AEW scrums and how management styles vary. 18:51 — Should released WWE talent be sent to AAA/TNA to recoup investment? Why does WWE cut, instead of reassign, wrestlers with name value? Russo and Coach dig into possible reasons and the politics of inter-company relationships. 21:19 — Business of wrestling: If WWE doesn’t offer TV time or creative opportunities, why not let talent thrive on partner platforms? 24:24 — WWE’s current “push” stars: Karrion Kross and Logan Paul. Why the company backs one over the other, the risk of outshining the creative team, and what holds talent back creatively. 28:13 — Coach on the value of open-minded booking and innovative minds in creative—why experienced performers could be the solution WWE needs. 30:50 — The Logan Paul effect: Internet influencers outshining homegrown talent, and what that says about WWE’s pipeline and priorities. 32:16 — Super sticker: Why do top Smackdown stars all take time off together? Russo points to a lack of planning and “working smarter.” Coach highlights missed production solutions. 34:08 — Attitude Era writing process: Russo details planning from PPV-to-PPV, building escalating weekly conflict, and flexibility in execution. 35:02 — WrestleMania 40 fallout: Cody Rhodes’ protection (or lack thereof) after controversial loss, and the logic (or absence) of post-PPV storytelling. 36:50 — The shift to “everything is entertainment”: Russo and Coach debate WWE’s blurring of reality and its impact on fan engagement and believability. 40:22 — Financial management at TKO, power dynamics: The rise of The Rock, the absence of Triple H on financial statements, and what that really signals behind the scenes. 41:19 — Wrestling vs. Entertainment factions within WWE: Why the “entertainment” side is winning and what it means for old-school wrestling minds like Triple H. 44:07 — Smackdown moving back to two hours—pros, cons, and what it signals about the show’s profitability. 45:26 — Potential for ex-WWE talent in AEW or TNA, and whether AEW will seize the opportunity to grow. 46:17 — Chelsea Green, Zelina Vega, and the value of turning setbacks into creative opportunities, plus a heartfelt moment about Vega’s tribute to her late father. 48:00 — The problem with hasty returns: Why vignettes matter for stars like Aleister Black and how WWE repeatedly fumbles big comebacks. 49:27 — Lessons from PFL and sports TV: Stop chasing competition, focus on strong storytelling and authentic branding. 50:43 — Russo on wrestling politics, Triple H’s precarious position, and why the industry’s in-fighting undermines creative progress. 53:35 — Advice for talent and management: Stick to your strengths, avoid “power for power’s sake,” plus true stories from Coach and Russo on saying no to the wrong opportunities. 56:21 — Business, loyalty, and creative blockades: The real reasons WWE drops the ball with stars and why self-promotion is a double-edged sword. 59:55 — Fun in wrestling and why it’s sorely missing: Both hosts reminisce about backstage days full of joy, compared to the fear-based, political environment today. 1:03:30 — Super sticker on Triple H: The disconnect between star power and creative skill, and why “...
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  • Will Triple H and His "BUDDIES" Ever be Held Accountable

    Will Triple H and His "BUDDIES" Ever be Held Accountable
    May 6 2025

    On today's episode Vince follows up on FACING OFF with Brand Member who labeled him a "liar", the PROBLEM with Series on "Netflix", RiRi PREGGERS again, Pissed Off Bears and Triple H and his BUDDIES never being held ACCOUNTABLE. Plus---the TOP FIVE Greatest Cartoon Characters of ALL-TIME!!!

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    33 m
  • WWE Behind the Scenes: TKO’s Big Moves, WrestleMania Fallout & The Future of Pro Wrestling | Coach & Bro

    WWE Behind the Scenes: TKO’s Big Moves, WrestleMania Fallout & The Future of Pro Wrestling | Coach & Bro
    May 2 2025
    [00:00:19] Welcome & Show Intro Coach greets listeners, thanks the growing community, and sets the stage for today’s wrestling hot topics.Vince Russo plugs fan interactions via super stickers/donations and jumps right in. [00:01:21] Shane McMahon & Charlotte Flair Spotted with A-Rod – WWE, Business, or Coincidence? Viral video surfaces of Shane McMahon and Charlotte Flair at the Lakers game with Alex Rodriguez.Russo doubts any major conspiracy but Coach does a deep dive: Discusses possible reasons (investment, future ventures, strategic moves in MMA and sports).They speculate about the timing, given recent vulnerabilities in WWE and potential new wrestling promotions. [00:06:57] Are the McMahons Really Sports People? Shane’s Interests & WWE’s Vulnerability Discussion on the McMahon family’s interest (or lack thereof) in traditional sports.Coach highlights Shane McMahon’s personal passion for MMA, his desire to be a boss, and how the current WWE climate may foster major moves from former insiders. [00:09:12] Should Wrestling’s Magic Be Revealed? – Stone Cold’s Take on Kayfabe & Modern WWE Reaction to Stone Cold Steve Austin’s appearance on Ariel Helwani’s show.Austin compares wrestling’s magic to a magician’s illusion, arguing against breaking kayfabe and showing the “making of.”Russo and Coach debate whether WWE’s move to total transparency (with shows like 'WWE Unreal') is the right path, especially with new TKO ownership. [00:16:18] TKO’s Strategy: Does It Alienate Core WWE Fans? Critique on TKO’s approach, including extremely high ticket prices, prioritizing profits over generational connection and fan experience.Multiple fan super stickers highlight outrage over $40,000 SummerSlam seats.Contrast between WWE’s model and fan-centric organizations like the Savannah Bananas. [00:22:35] Wrestling Commentary & Storytelling – Why the New Day’s Commentary Missed the Mark Fans chime in from around the world on commentary and character work, specifically critiquing New Day for burying opponents verbally.Russo and Coach break down why traditional heel and face dynamics matter in wrestling storytelling. [00:29:08] Social Media Clips vs. Full Shows – Is WWE Hurting Its Network Partners? Debate on WWE’s focus on YouTube/social media highlights over full-length content.Discussion about the Netflix deal, lack of exclusivity, and how it could impact future streaming rights and viewer engagement. [00:36:12] Behind the Curtain – WWE’s Writers’ Room Modernization Russo rants about the authenticity of “writers’ room” depictions in suits and ties, reflecting on the real, chaotic creative process in Vince McMahon’s WWE.Insights into the changing creative process and why the magic of wrestling storytelling is being lost in current corporate culture. [00:46:01] Talent Cuts, Backstage Politics & WWE’s Women’s Division: What's Really Going On? Discussion about recent cryptic messages from Dakota Kai and Natalya – is another round of cuts coming?Deep dive into why female talent turnover is high, the lack of long-term character building, and how backstage “heat” can suddenly derail careers. [01:03:12] When Speaking Up Gets You Punished: The Chelsea Green Case Study Coach and Russo analyze Chelsea Green’s exclusion from WrestleMania and the loss of her title after voicing her frustrations to management.Broader discussion on WWE’s culture of risk-averse writers and why innovative, outspoken talent often gets sidelined. [01:09:00] The Rock vs. Triple H: NXT Politics, Fan Perception, and the Real Power Struggles Fan theories spark conversation about the ongoing civil war between The Rock and Triple H behind the scenes.Speculation on how talent must pick sides, and what the ousting of Vince McMahon really means for the company. [01:11:38] The WrestleMania Roast Debacle & WWE’s PR Damage Control Coach and Russo recap the much-maligned WrestleMania roast, WWE’s efforts to erase it from existence, and what it reveals about the company’s current leadership.Reflection on Vince McMahon’s former influence and control, contrasted with TKO’s looser, less thoughtful approach. [01:17:28] Why Fans Are Paying $40,000 to Be “Part of the Show” – Experience Over Product Russo theorizes that astronomical ticket prices are about making fans feel like participants, not spectators – a fundamental shift in WWE’s relationship with its audience. [01:21:03] Cody Rhodes’ Momentum & The Problem with Short-term Booking Critique on WWE’s lack of long-term story arcs for main eventers post-title win.The importance of planning and delivering satisfying payoffs to sustain fan interest. [01:24:29] Final Thoughts: Real Talk, Real Business, & The Future of Wrestling Podcasts Coach and Russo wrap up with gratitude for the active global audience and underline the podcast’s mission: To spotlight good vs. bad business practices in pro wrestling, spark real conversations,...
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    1 h y 25 m
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