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02.06.12 – Dueling Reactions

Join hosts Kevin and Young John for a very “divisive” edition of the web’s only Punk Rock ‘n Wrestling podcast. This week’s topic is wrestlers who have figuratively split audiences in two. First, hear the guys talk about Hulk Hogan’s place as both the top heel AND top babyface in TNA – and why this could be helpful to the Impact product. Then, the discussion turns again to internet darling, Daniel Bryan. Find out why a seemingly innocuous line uttered by Michael Cole might signal a brighter future for the former “American Dragon.” A can’t-miss feud with John Cena might not be so far off!

Musically speaking, you’ll dig into tracks from Go to the Police, the long out-of-print (and only) recording from U.K. power pop act, The Toys. PLUS: music from Mat Minutiae’s Mike Bessler and BSH’s own Kevin McElvaney. Yes, you read that right!

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01.30.12 – Midcarders and the Art of Tablesetting

Gather round the family’s old timey living room laptop or mp3 player and give a listen to this special, “retro” edition of the web’s most popular (only?) punk rock ‘n wrestling podcast. This week, hosts Kevin and Young John talk about that delicious creamy center – the art of “midcard wrestling” – including their picks for WWE’s best midcarders ever. Which future stars should the Attitude Era hangers-on, like Foley, Jericho, and Triple H, be working to elevate to the next level? Find out all of this, while enjoying tunes from Ascetic Parade, Drug Church, and Time Ghost on this week’s Bowling Shoe Handsome!

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01.23.12 – Parsley, Sage, Rosemary & WWE

This week, Kevin and Young John invite the renowned Mike Bessler to the internet’s favorite Punk Rock ‘N Wrestling podcast. The guys discuss a host of topics, with the focal question being “Should WWE split its programming into seasons?” It’s a debate that’s been stewing in various circles over the years, and BSH will attempt to solve the issue once and for all. Plus, Mike, John, and Kevin talk about the future of Mat Minutiae, THE Brady Hicks, and the 100th episode anniversary of NXT. All this, along with music from Red Tape Parade, Hold Tight, Jack’s Smirking Revenge, and Red & Orange. Check it out!

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1.16.12 – Superstars ‘N Sabotage

This week on the web’s 147th most popular “Bowling Show” titled podcast, Kevin and Young John explore the bizarre twists, turns, and hazing rituals that have permeated WWE’s recent programming, while spinning some choice tunes from punk rock imprint, Dirt Cult Records. What do WWE’s rising stars have in common with Conan O’Brien? Hear the guys’ thoughts on “The Funkasaurus” Brodus Clay, “The Wussasaurus” Daniel Bryan, Chris Jericho’s emo record collection, and the wild night life of Philadelphia weatherman, John Bolaris. All this, with music from Foreign Objects, Shang-a-Lang, and Jonesin’. Click below to listen!

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01.02.12 - Resolutions vs. Solutions

The 147th most popular “Bowling Shoe” titled podcast on the web** rings in 2012 with a bang. Join hosts Kevin and Young John as they talk about what we can expect to see from WWE in 2012. Hear what Randy Orton’s absence might mean to WWE. Is Cody Rhodes the man to take his place on the Smackdown brand? Who will be The Undertaker’s WrestleMania opponent? Plus, hear the hosts’ thoughts on Divas, tag teams, and the various young stars who might just make the grade in WWE this year. All this, along with music from Third Year Freshman, Turkish Techno, and Jack’s Smirking Revenge. Take a break from your online classes for awhile and click below to listen!

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12.25.11 -  I Hate This Place, But I Love Awards

As promised, here is the big holiday / year -end special from Bowling Shoe Handsome – the number one podcast starring Kevin and Young John on this podcasting network! The guys are joined this week by none other than the reason for the season himself Santa Claus THE Brady Hicks. The three discuss the upcoming Who’s Slammy’s – highlighting the best (and worst) of this year on TBH.com. Find out Brady’s thoughts on the third host, as well a host of other topics!

Additionally, Kevin and John run down their bests and worsts of the year in wrestling, music, film, and pop culture at large. Plus, songs from Papa Steve, S****y Wikkets, and Shang-a-lang. Listen below, and be sure to comment with your feedback or email us at bowlingshoehandsome@gmail.com.

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12.19.11 – Attitude, The One You Got

This is it, folks: the web’s 147th most popular podcast with “Bowling Shoe” in the title, and the number one “Bowling Shoe” monikered podcast ON THIS ENTIRE NETWORK!

Join hosts, Kevin and Young John, as they discuss whether WWE can ever go home again. And, even if it can, does the company really want to revive the “Attitude Era?” Dave Batista’s recent controversial comments about John Cena are closely examined, along with WWE’s gradual transition from “shock TV” to a more family friendly product. What happened to the “ass-kickin’” good guys in pro wrestling? And just how does Kane’s masked return to RAW relate to all of this? Kevin and John’ll tell you!

PLUS: brand new songs from hardcore bands Total Defeat and Midstress, along with music from Red Tape Parade and Shinsplints.

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Here are the top three wrestling news stories as of this very moment…Really.

3. TNA News: TNA’s Jesse Neal has confirmed his departure from TNA. Call it a slow news day, people. NewsWire flash-commentary: Yawn.

2. More TNA, kind of: Melina Perez recently tweeted that she has not signed with TNA as of yet, and she further suggested that no such move is necessarily imminent. I told you it was a slow news day… NewsWire flash-commentary: M’kay.

1. & etc.: Watch for the new trend in which IWC writers pen hopelessly smitten articles comparing Tim Tebow to John Cena and vice versa, ad nauseum. Seriously, folks…We get it. Let it go. NewsWire flash-commentary: Fart.


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3. WWE’s Tribute to the Troops Airs on USA, to Re-Air on NBC Saturday
WWE’s Tribute to the Troops aired last night on the USA Network, and will re-air this Saturday night on NBC (check your local listings) with matches that were recorded recently in Fayetteville, NC at the Crown Colliseum, near Fort Bragg. In addition to celebrity appearances, the show features Randy Orton vs. Wade Barrett, Zack Ryder vs. Jack Swagger, Daniel Bryan vs. Cody Rhodes, Kelly Kelly/Alicia Fox/Eve Torres/”Extra”‘s Maria Menounos vs. The Bellas/Natalya Neidhart/Beth Phoenix, Air Boom vs. Hunico/Epico, and Punk/The Big Show/John Cena vs. Mark Henry/The Miz/Alberto Del Rio.
NewsWire Flash-Commentary: Somehow, the show didn’t have that special feel. It just looked like Smackdown with different colored ropes. I hope next year they return to the outdoor venue.

2. John Cena’s Role on Sunday’s TLC: Tables, Ladders, and Chairs PPV Possibly Cleared Up
Bryan Alvarez is reporting that WWE is considering making Cena the special guest referee for the US title match between Dolph Ziggler (c) and Zack Ryder this Sunday in Baltimore. The stipulation, presumably would be that Cena could be part of that night’s main event WWE title match – with CM Punk (c) vs. The Miz vs. Alberto Del Rio –  ”If the right guy wins.”
NewsWire Flash-Commentary: This could pave the way for a future Ryder turn on Cena, as I’ve predicted for a few weeks now, when Cena is forced to count Ryder’s shoulders to the mat. That feud would carry Cena into WrestleMania vs. The Rock, and, hopefully, make Ryder a bigger star as well.

1. Chris Jericho’s Return Imminent?
Two of my sources with WWE have confirmed they believe the mysterious young girl promos hyping a big return were designed for Chris Jericho, rather than The Undertaker as originally speculated. In particular, one source told me they believe Jericho has either re-signed or is close to re-signing. Should it fall through, WWE plans to just switch it to The Undertaker instead. Dave Meltzer DID claim, however, that a post-TLC ppv promo – already taped – will make it very clear to everyone that the mystery man is Jericho.
NewsWire Flash-Commentary: A pleasant surprise. I’d expected him gone longer this time. I hope it works out, because Jericho is desperately missed.

BONUS ITEM –
I’d also like to offer a special shoutout to my good friend Ahtu, a competitor with the East Coast Wrestling Association. Ahtu was featured on Sunday night’s edition of “Why Am I Still Single?” (Episode 109) on VH1. Ahtu is a class act and looks the part of somebody who could make a huge impact on WWE television if he just got noticed. I’m hoping it works out for him. Check out the show!


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This week, Brady Hicks, DJ, and Anthony Sarlo get together IN THE ROOM on WEXP 1600 AM Philadelphia – and thebradyhicks.com – to discuss all that WWE messed up with this year’s Slammy Awards (and the few things they did right). The gang also spends a good bit of time talking WWE’s announcers and their campaign to flood Twitter, how TNA’s pay per view came off, and what we might expect from this Sunday’s WWE TLC: Tables, Ladders, and Chairs ppv. Plus, it’s time to really get excited about IN THE ROOM’s Who’s Slammy edition, which will take place in just two weeks. Be voting, people, BE VOTING! And … as always … thanks for the support!