British Wrestling Experience W/ Martin, Oli & Benno

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with another round of Wrestling Adventure. This month, they journey back almost 20 years to talk about WWE SummerSlam 2002. The company’s first post-brand split PPV; they discuss the big comeback of Shawn Michaels as he faced off against Triple H in an unsanctioned street fight, the rise of Brock Lesnar against The Rock, and a hot opener between Rey Mysterio & Kurt Angle. They also chat about some of the music and pop culture of the time, and where this event ranks among the many other SummerSlams. Finally, they talk about some modern stuff with the NBA finals, Triller and Martin’s trip to the Download Pilot music festival. Photo Courtesy: WWE Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! https://store.postwrestling.com/collections/featured-items/products/bushby-thompsons-wrestling-adventure-t-shirt-black-white Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Andrew Thompson on Twitter: @ADThompson__ Andrew Thompson on Yo

Martin Bushby & Benno are joined by Andy Ogden of Graps & Claps to rundown the last month in European wrestling. The three talk the latest from NXT UK including the rematch between Kay Lee Ray vs. Meiko Satomura, Progress Chapter 112 and Anthony Ogogo vs. Cody Rhodes. They also chat Will Ospreay and the RevPro title, Aleister Black’s release, Aussie Open, and Speaking Out one year on. Photos Courtesy: WWE Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with another round of Wrestling Adventure. This month, Revolution Pro Wrestling owner Andy Quildan joins them to look back at the seminal documentary, Beyond The Mat from 1999. They discuss their memories of first seeing the film, the story behind its production, the unprecedented (at the time) behind the scenes access to WWE, and the wrestlers who are followed including Terry Funk, Mick Foley & Jake Roberts. They also talk about infamous figures like Dennis Stamp & Roland Alexander, and how the doc has influenced Andy in wrestling. Andy also talks about the return of RevPro live shows and the latest with Will Ospreay. The three also discuss the death of George Floyd one year on. Graphic: Alec Hugill - Illustration Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! https://store.postwrestling.com/collections/featured-items/products/bushby-thompsons-wrestling-adventure-t-shirt-black-white Martin Bushby on Twitte

Martin Bushby is back with Benno to rundown the last month in European wrestling including the big Will Ospreay vs. Shingo Takagi match from Wrestling Dontaku, Aoife Valkyrie vs. Meiko Satomura in NXT UK and the latest show from Progress, ‘Skeleton Head’. They also discuss the possible sale of BT Sport and its implications for WWE, the partnership between RevPro & MLW, and Anthony Ogogo in AEW. With restrictions easing in the UK, they also look at all the British promotions looking to run shows again this summer and beyond. Photos Courtesy: WWE, NJPW Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with another round of Wrestling Adventure. This month, they are joined by wrestling historian and author John Lister to look back at the documentary, The Rise & Fall of ECW from 2004. They discuss the start of the company, their most famous matches and angles, their decline and why they went out of business, what the documentary didn't include, and their memories of the One Night Stand event. John also discusses his trips to Philadelphia to watch the promotion in the late 90s, what the arena was like and his book, Turning The Tables. Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! https://store.postwrestling.com/collections/featured-items/products/bushby-thompsons-wrestling-adventure-t-shirt-black-white Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Andrew Thompson on Twitter: @ADThompson__ Andrew Thompson on YouTube: youtube.com/AndrewThompsonInterviews Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: htt

Martin Bushby is joined by three guests to discuss the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Wrestling report.  Firstly, Labour MP and co-chair of the group, Alex Davies-Jones talks about how the report came together and the recommendations the APPG have made for the future of British wrestling. Secondly, child abuse litigator Alan Collins shares his thoughts on the report and what British wrestling should start to do. Will Cooling from PW Torch also joins to give his thoughts on the report before discussing the European representation over WrestleMania Week including NXT UK Prelude featuring WALTER vs. Rampage Brown. Finally, they discuss Will Ospreay winning the IWGP Heavyweight Championship and his match with Kota Ibushi from NJPW Sakura Genesis. Photos Courtesy: APPG Wrestling, WWE Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/In

On a special BWE, Martin Bushby & Benno are joined by legendary announcer Gary Michael Cappetta to look back at The History of WCW in Europe. They talk about WCW’s initial ‘Roar Power’ tour in 1991, the ”scissor fight” between Sid Vicious & Arn Anderson in 1993, the hellish schedule the wrestlers endured in Germany, and Gary recalls what it was like having to collect Mick Foley’s severed ear after he lost it in a match against Big Van Vader. Martin & Benno also talk about the Hulkamania ‘94 tour, the infamous Nitro house show in Manchester that was headlined by The Mamalukes & The Harris Bros, WCW Thunder tapings, and The Millenium Final in Germany. This show was originally recorded live as part of POST Podcast Day on the 3rd of April, 2021. Photos Courtesy: WWE, GMC Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/I

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with another round of Wrestling Adventure. This month, they are joined by Omar Pleya to look back at NXT TakeOver: Dallas from 2016. THIS WEEK: 25% OFF "Bushby & Thompson's Wrestling Adventure" tee (no coupon required) The three talk about the big debut of Shinsuke Nakamura on the show as he faced off against Sami Zayn, the title match between Finn Balor vs. Samoa Joe, and the hot opener between The Revival vs. American Alpha. They also discuss how much has changed for many of the participants on this show since 2016, how the likes of Nakamura have fared on the main roster, where things have gone wrong for American Alpha, and the change of character for Bayley. Finally, they talk about where this show ranks among TakeOver events and why NXT might not be the hot ticket it once was. Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Andrew Thompson on Twitter: @ADThompson__ Andrew Thompson on YouTube: youtube.com/AndrewThompsonInterviews Subscribe to BWE: ht

Martin Bushby is joined by Nate Milton & Kris Ealy for a roundtable discussion about the man called Sting. The three talk about his start in wrestling with Rick Bassman and his early tag team with Jim Hellwig, his rise to the top of WCW and his early 90s matches against Vader, Cactus Jack and Ric Flair. They then discuss his change into the Crow character and his feud with Hulk Hogan, his years in TNA, finally signing with WWE and his return to wrestling with AEW. They also discuss some of his less finer moments including Black Scorpion, Robocop and Coal Miner’s Glove matches. Finally, they talk about his legacy in wrestling and which of his themes they rank the highest. This week only: Patrons receive $7 off The Rocky Maivia Picture Show tee Photo Courtesy: WWE Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTub

Martin & Benno are joined by Wai Ting to talk about the past month in European wrestling. The three discuss the controversial return of Progress and their Chapter 105 show. They also talk about NXT UK and the match between Kay Lee Ray & Meiko Satomura. Benno & Martin then go on to talk the latest with wXw, the WWE and Peacock deal, the RevPro summer tour & more. Photo Courtesy: WWE Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with another round of Wrestling Adventure. This month, they are joined by Neal Flanagan to look back at the 2004 Eddie Guerrero documentary, ‘Cheating Death, Stealing Life’. They chat about Eddie’s start in wrestling, his time in AAA, his time as Black Tiger in NJPW, his move to WCW, his battle with addiction and his eventual WWE title win from Brock Lesnar. They also look past the documentary and discuss Eddie’s WWE title run, his legacy in wrestling and favourite matches including vs Rey Mysterio, Dean Malenko and his tag team with Art Barr. Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! https://store.postwrestling.com/collections/featured-items/products/bushby-thompsons-wrestling-adventure-t-shirt-black-white Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Andrew Thompson on Twitter: @ADThompson__ Andrew Thompson on YouTube: youtube.com/AndrewThompsonInterviews Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: h

Martin & Benno are joined by Will Cooling of Pro Wrestling Torch to talk about the past month in European wrestling. The three discuss the latest signings for NXT UK including the debut of Meiko Satomura. They also look across the pond and talk about Pete Dunne’s upcoming match with Finn Balor and the Grizzled Young Vets in the Dusty Rhodes Classic. They also chat about NJPW’s deal with Roku, IMPACT Wrestling moving to Facebook, Bellator on BBC iPlayer, RevPro’s latest Epic Encounters show and Kip Sabian’s wedding on AEW. Finally, they talk about the amazing Sea Shanty by the Ogden Brothers and Daniel Bryan in wXw. Photo Courtesy: WWE Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with the first Wrestling Adventure of 2021. This month, they are joined by Chad Gelfand from The Wrestling Estate and “The Professor” Kris Ealy of The Kings of Sport to look back at WWE Royal Rumble 2002. They talk about the big Triple H return at MSG weeks before the show, Chris Jericho’s Undisputed title run and his match with The Rock, the Steve Austin “What?” craze and where 2002’s Rumble match ranks among the others. Finally, they talk about the movies/music of 2002, Chris Jericho on twitter, their thoughts on this year's Rumble and much much more. Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! https://store.postwrestling.com/collections/featured-items/products/bushby-thompsons-wrestling-adventure-t-shirt-black-white Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Andrew Thompson on Twitter: @ADThompson__ Andrew Thompson on YouTube: youtube.com/AndrewThompsonInterviews Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subsc

Martin & Benno are joined by JP Houlihan of GRAPPL Spotlight to talk about the past month in European wrestling. The three discuss the latest happenings from NXT UK including the return of Tyler Bate, the debut of Ben Carter and WALTER vs. A-Kid. They also chat about Ospreay vs. Okada from Wrestle Kingdom, the release of Marty Scurll from ROH and wXw cancelling 16 Carat Gold. Finally, they talk about 2020 in European wrestling and have a game of Likely/Unlikely for 2021 and Get In The Bin. Photo Courtesy: WWE Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby is joined by JP Houlihan, Sonal Lad, WH Park, Will Cooling and Rich Fann for a roundtable discussion about Kenny Omega’s career to date. They talk about his early work in PWG, his breakout in Japan with DDT and his transition from junior heavyweight to heavyweight. They look back at his most famous matches with Kazuchika Okada in NJPW, his victories in the G1 Climax and his departure from the company. Finally, they chat about his transition to AEW and much much more. Photo Courtesy: NJPW Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with the final Wrestling Adventure of 2020. This month, they are joined by Sonal Lad from SonalsLife to look back at NJPW King of Pro Wrestling 2016. One of the best shows of that year, the card is headlined by Kazuchika Okada vs. Naomichi Marafuji and also features Katsuyori Shibata vs. Kyle O’ Reilly and Kenny Omega vs Hiroki Goto. The three talk about New Japan’s 2016 as a whole including a big wave of departures with AJ Styles and Shinsuke Nakamura, Omega’s transition to Heavyweight, and the relationship between NJPW and NOAH. Finally, they share their thoughts on current New Japan cards and much more. Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! https://store.postwrestling.com/collections/featured-items/products/bushby-thompsons-wrestling-adventure-t-shirt-black-white Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Andrew Thompson on Twitter: @ADThompson__ Andrew Thompson on YouTube: youtube.com/AndrewThompsonInterviews

Martin & Benno are joined by Rich Fann of Pro Wrestling Torch to talk about the past month in European wrestling. The three discuss the most recent RevPro shows including Epic Encounters 5 (Will Ospreay vs. Ricky Knight Jr.) and the start of the Southside Championship Tournament at Epic Encounters 6. They also chat about the Ospreay documentary that recently dropped on Amazon Prime, Pete Dunne at NXT WarGames, the finals of the NXT UK Heritage Cup and Tyler Bate. Finally, they talk about PCW's recent woes, Killer Kelly in IMPACT Wrestling and more. Photo Courtesy: RevPro Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with Wrestling Adventure. This month they are joined by Righteous Reg from Pro Wrestling Illustrated & Black Wrecellence and Benno from BWE & Grappl Spotlight to look back at Ring of Honor: Manhattan Mayhem II. The four discuss the 2007 Wrestling Observer Match of the Year: Bryan Danielson vs. Takeshi Moroshima, the rivalry between Kevin Steen & El Generico vs. The Briscoes, their memories of ROH from this time period, wrestling as a whole in 2007 and much more. Watch Danielson vs. Morishima on ROH’s YouTube: https://youtu.be/dHy6swAxsYA Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! This week, take 20% off as part of our Black Friday Sale. https://store.postwrestling.com/collections/featured-items/products/bushby-thompsons-wrestling-adventure-t-shirt-black-white Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Andrew Thompson on Twitter: @ADThompson__ Andrew Thompson on YouTube: youtube.com/AndrewThompsonInterviews

Martin & Benno are joined by Ian Hamilton of BackBodyDrop and 411Mania to talk about the past few weeks in European wrestling including the big NXT UK match-up between WALTER and Ilja Dragunov. The three also talk about Will Ospreay’s character change and new faction in NJPW, the return of PAC to AEW, the past few months in wXw and RevPro’s Epic Encounters 4. Finally, they discuss the passing of Ryan Smile and Tracy Smothers. Photo Courtesy: WWE Martin Bushby on Twitter: @bushby01 Benno on Twitter: @BensonRichardE Subscribe to BWE: https://postwrestling.com/subscribe Forum: https://forum.postwrestling.com Merch: https://store.postwrestling.com Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestling

Martin Bushby & Andrew Thompson are back with another round of Wrestling Adventure, their new podcast looking back at classic wrestling shows and moments. On this month's show they look back at Impact Wrestling Slammiversary 16 from 2018. They discuss how much the wrestling landscape has changed in only two years, where Impact was and how important this event was for them, and highlights from the show including: Pentagon Jr.’s brutal match with Sami Callihan, the 5150 street fight between The OGz vs. LAX, and Moose challenging Austin Aries for the Impact Heavyweight title. Show your support for BTWA by picking up our official t-shirt at store.postwrestling.com! Subscribe to the British Wrestling Experience: Apple Podcasts | Android | Spotify | Google Play | Stitcher | TuneIn | Mac & PC | RSS Discuss: https://forum.postwrestling.com Follow: Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | YouTube