On today's episode, Vince pays tribute to two friends who passed away years ago this month, Howard Finkel and Chyna. Vince shares some never before heard stories about these two legendary WWE Hall of Famers. Also, where in PLAIN SIGHT did Steven Tyler HIDE HIS DRUGS, Ringo's kid FIRED after 30 years and the TOP 5 Movie Characters of ALL-TIME!!!

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• [00:00:18] WWE's Strategic Depth: The Coach discusses recent shifts in WWE's management style, particularly with Triple H and the influence of CM Punk, highlighting the potential for wrestlers like Karrion Kross to strategically leverage their careers in WWE.
• [00:02:02] Mastering the System: Vince Russo explains the importance of "working the system" using The Rock as a quintessential example, praising his ability to navigate and exploit wrestling's landscape to his advantage.
• [00:04:06] Navigating WWE Hierarchy: The Coach and Vince touch on the challenges Karrion Kross faces due to his inclination to speak up, emphasizing the artfulness required in presenting oneself within the WWE ecosystem.
• [00:05:32] The Rock's WrestleMania Play: A prediction that The Rock will make a big impact at WrestleMania, enhancing his presence right at the pivotal moment, showcasing his strategic prowess.
• [00:07:08] WWE Evolution Over the Years: The Coach provides insights into how WrestleMania's competitive landscape has dramatically changed from his previous runs, lamenting the current scenario where fewer stars are competing for the top spot.
• [00:08:52] The Rock vs. Triple H Dynamics: A deep dive into The Rock and Triple H's historical rivalry and how current power plays might reflect long-standing tensions.
• [00:16:47] Charlotte Flair's Personal Challenges: The Coach shares personal anecdotes about Charlotte Flair, reflecting on her personal and professional challenges given her legendary father's shadow.
• [00:22:09] Family Dynamics in Wrestling: Vince Russo discusses how Ric Flair's prioritization of wrestling over family has influenced his children's paths, offering a critical view on how personal sacrifices impact career decisions.
• [00:34:18] Character Consistency in Wrestling: Emphasizing the importance of maintaining character consistency, Vince and The Coach critique current WWE superstars for breaking kayfabe, comparing them to historical wrestling legends.
• [00:38:25] Jey Uso's Wrestling Dilemma: The Coach and Vince evaluate the risks of current storyline decisions surrounding Jey Uso and Gunther, questioning whether they enhance or detract from their wrestling credibility.

• [00:00:18] Introduction: The Coach kicks off WrestleMania week with Vince Russo, highlighting the nostalgic excitement of being in the WrestleMania city straight after the event.
• [00:01:27] Health Rumors: Vince Russo clears the air on Tony Carlucci's claims about The Coach's whereabouts, reaffirming The Coach's commitment to his numerous duties despite recent illness.
• [00:02:37] PFL's Rising Star: The Coach shares insights on his journey with the Professional Fighters League (PFL), his vision for its future, and the wrestling talent transitioning to PFL from WWE.
• [00:04:12] WrestleMania Ticket Pricing: A deep dive into the alarming ticket price drop for WrestleMania, discussing its implications and whether TKO will address this glaring issue.
• [00:06:21] Live Earthquake Shock: The Coach experiences a live earthquake during the recording, injecting unexpected drama and underscoring the unpredictability of California living.
• [00:09:24] WWE's Star Power: Speculations on John Cena’s WrestleMania involvement and the potential challenges of a part-time champion post-WrestleMania.
• [00:14:06] Historical Context: Analyzing how historical figures like The Rock influenced the current WWE scenario with the possibility of Cena becoming a part-time champ.
• [00:18:13] Young Talent and Veteran Balance: The Coach emphasizes the need for WWE to balance the use of legends and the elevation of new stars to sustain interest after major events.
• [00:29:08] Matt Cardona Interview: Exclusive insights from Matt Cardona on building a brand post-WWE, drawing parallels with Cody Rhodes and CM Punk, and how he capitalized on setbacks.