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Before My Head Explodes with Vince Russo

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!2024 Bleav Combat Sports & Self-Defense
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  • Laurenitis "THE RAT"/Hulk FEARED Linda/UBERPHOBIA/CHUCKY DEAD

    Laurenitis "THE RAT"/Hulk FEARED Linda/UBERPHOBIA/CHUCKY DEAD
    May 30 2025

    On today's episode Vince discusses John Laurenitis RATTING OUT Vince McMahon, Hulk Hogan Fearing his OWN WIFE, Fear of UBERS, CHUCKY DIES (and, he was also a P-File), "Pee-Wee as Himself" Part II, Let the Fans RUN WILD!!!

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    32 mins
  • WWE's Secret Deals, Saturday Night Main Event Breakdown & Travis Scott Fallout

    WWE's Secret Deals, Saturday Night Main Event Breakdown & Travis Scott Fallout
    May 30 2025
    00:00 – Listener Q&A, Super Stickers & WWE “Satanic” Rumors: Coach and Vince start with live chat Q&A, discussing fan questions about alleged satanic symbols in WWE and debunking rumors about backstage rituals.Vince talks about seeing questionable symbols on TV but insists he’s never witnessed anything weird behind the scenes. 01:00 – Luke Thomas, PFL Criticism & Changing Wrestling Culture: Coach addresses MMA reporter Luke Thomas’ negative remarks about the PFL, emphasizing the progress made since ex-WWE employees joined.The duo discusses the challenges of changing a wrestling brand's public perception and wrestling media negativity. 03:00 – Vince McMahon & TKO’s “Secret Deal” Theory: The Coach speculates on why Vince McMahon hasn’t sold his TKO stock, and Vince Russo suggests a compelling theory: Is TKO just a placeholder until Vince reclaims WWE?Conversation about Vince’s longtime relationship with Ari Emmanuel and what this could mean for WWE’s future leadership. 06:00 – Diva Rejection Stories & Returning to Wrestling as a Fan: Lighthearted banter about Coach getting rejected by WWE divas (with plenty of laughs).Quick shout-out to a casual fan struggling to get back into wrestling amid bizarre booking. 07:36 – Show Expansion & Network Reach: Excitement over the show’s launch on the Stadium Network, Amazon Prime, and more—now available in over 110 million homes! 08:02 – Saturday Night’s Main Event Breakdown: In-depth review: Coach planned his night around SNME but felt let down by only 37 minutes of actual wrestling in a two-hour show.Critique of excessive commercials, short matches, and head-scratching booking decisions (like the Reed/Rollins/Heyman dynamic).Vince Russo shares how the storylines could be improved for better long-term storytelling. 14:22 – Network TV, Commercials & Injuries: They discuss how network TV dictates longer ad breaks, the use of picture-in-picture to keep fans engaged, and rumors around Drew McIntyre’s real injury.Focus on the importance of protecting wrestlers’ health and telling consistent injury stories. 16:53 – Chelsea Green’s Viral Moment & Women’s Division Booking: Breakdown of the Chelsea Green vs. Zelina Vega match, with praise for Chelsea turning a busted nose into social media gold. 17:45 – Cena, R-Truth & The Tag Team Angle: Analysis of the Jey Uso vs. Logan Paul match, Cena’s evolving role, and the surprising direction of upcoming tag matches.Why the tag match setup feels forced, and Coach questions the logic behind Cody Rhodes’ booking. 20:09 – Network Ads & How Wrestling TV Gets Made: Insights into how ad times are negotiated and structured differently for network TV.Debate over whether match quality is “faker” and the importance of believable in-ring action. 23:01 – Cody Rhodes’ Return & Title Picture Confusion: Criticism of Cody Rhodes jumping into a tag feud after a six-week absence instead of immediately demanding a title rematch.Coach defends his track record for wrestling predictions (and being proven right!). 24:40 – TNA’s Rising Profile & Wrestling Crossovers: Thoughts on HBK and Triple H acknowledging TNA’s prestige, Tom Hannifan’s role, and why WWE is hesitant to get heat on Cena.Fun fan Q&A moments and community shout-outs. 27:05 – Travis Scott’s Disappearance & Wrestling Celebrity Training: Coach and Vince dissect why Travis Scott hasn’t materialized in a WWE ring and remind listeners how hard wrestling training really is—even for stars.Speculation over SummerSlam’s six-man tag plans and Booker T’s involvement (plus the pitfalls of celebrity crossovers). 33:53 – Booking Challenges, Missing Stars & TNA Talent Pipeline: Final words on the challenges of absent top stars, integrating TNA talent, and the need for long-term planning in wrestling storytelling. 36:11 – Show Wrap-Up & Where to Watch: Coach and Vince shout-out fans, tease bonus YouTube-only segments, and recap the importance of planning in wrestling. Extra YouTube-Only Bonus Q&A: Debate about part-timers like Logan Paul holding titles, the impact on full-timers, and precedent for non-wrestlers as champions.Discussion of what’s changed in wrestling’s gateway for new talent and fan backlash to cross-promotion.Friendly banter about online criticisms and reactions from industry insiders like Konnan and Disco Inferno.
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    43 mins
  • WrestleMania Shake-Up: WWE Moves to Vegas, Fan Backlash, & AEW Rivalry EXPOSED!

    WrestleMania Shake-Up: WWE Moves to Vegas, Fan Backlash, & AEW Rivalry EXPOSED!
    May 30 2025

    00:00:18 – Intro: The Coach and Bro Show Goes National Coach welcomes listeners to their brand-new show on the Stadium network, now accessible in over 10 million homes. Vince Russo joins as co-host, joking about his reputation and crediting Coach for their platform’s growth.

    00:01:44 – Behind-the-Scenes: The Real Reason for Stadium’s Greenlight Coach confesses that Stadium executives cited Russo’s involvement as crucial to launching the show, debunking who’s really in demand among fans and media alike.

    00:03:04 – WrestleMania Bombshell: Vegas or Bust!
    The duo react to WWE moving WrestleMania from New Orleans to Las Vegas, reportedly making Vegas the possible permanent or recurring home for the mega event. They debate the business logic, fan loyalty, and whether contracts even matter anymore.

    00:04:27 – Fans Shafted: Are Their Voices Ignored?
    Vince questions if WWE/TKO even considers fan impact, especially after massive announcements and changes that derail fan plans. Is the fanbase just too forgiving?

    00:07:42 – The Loyal Fanbase Dilemma
    Both hosts discuss wrestling’s forgiving fans and whether corporate decisions matter when the fans always come back—at any price. They analyze the positives (accessibility of Vegas, non-stop action) and negatives (international travel, lack of nostalgia from city-to-city).

    00:10:47 – Will Vegas Residency Kill the Mania Magic?
    Coach reminisces on the unique memories of WrestleMania in different cities, questioning if fans will continue returning to Vegas year after year. Russo contends that the diehard base won’t care—and Friday night's wild fan reaction to the Wyatt 6 proves it.

    00:12:41 – Writer’s Room Secrets: How WWE Books for ‘Pops’ Instead of Story
    They reveal how decisions—like honoring Bray Wyatt on his birthday—are made for crowd reaction, not cohesive stories. Russo laments booking for immediate “pops” over narrative.

    00:15:13 – Easter, Ratings & Superfan Shoutouts (Listener Q&A)
    Audience questions pour in: Did Easter hurt Mania sales? Is AEW best at honoring Owen Hart? Is Vegas family-friendly? Russo and Coach dive deep on legacy, marketing, and shifting away from family audiences.

    00:18:26 – Wrestling’s Corporate Mindset: Are the Fans Forgotten?
    Coach discusses the difference between small dream-driven companies and big corporations, suggesting WWE/TKO has forgotten its roots in family and fandom.

    00:19:07 – Why Families Aren’t Coming Back to Wrestling Shows
    Russo notes fewer families in the stands and wonders if Vince McMahon’s original audience vision is lost.

    00:21:35 – Reddit-Loved: ‘Rudolph Beat WWE in Ratings’ and Sable Stories!
    The show turns lighthearted with fan questions: holiday specials, backstage diva stories (including Russo’s hilarious accidental run-in with Brock Lesnar).

    00:25:26 – NXT × TNA Crossover: Game-Changer or Gimmick?
    Coach and Russo tackle Trick Williams’ NXT Battleground win over TNA’s Joe Hendry—was it just for hardcore fans, or can it attract casuals too? Discussion expands on wrestling’s over-saturation and Tony Khan’s approach.

    00:28:48 – Wrestling Overload: Too Much to Follow, Even for Hardcore Fans
    Coach admits to only watching highlight clips, showing how even diehards can’t keep up with today’s busy schedule.

    00:32:54 – AEW’s Tony Khan Calls Out WWE: ‘This Won’t End Well for Them’
    They analyze Tony Khan’s bold comments on WWE allegedly counter-programming AEW, debating whether the two companies are even close to true competition.

    00:36:56 – Can AEW or TNA Capitalize on WWE’s Missteps?
    Coach argues that smart, out-of-the-box hires are needed to turn things around. Why hasn’t Tony Khan taken bigger creative risks?

    00:37:10 – Saturday Night’s Main Event Critique & the Importance of Fresh Ideas
    Preview for the following segment: Why TNA/NXT are getting better reviews than WWE’s “main events”—and why wrestling desperately needs innovation.
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    38 mins
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