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[00:00:00] Show Kickoff: Live from Wichita

• The Coach welcomes listeners from Wichita, Kansas.
• The fastest-growing show in wrestling is everywhere—ESPN, Amazon Prime, YouTube TV, DirecTV.
• Vince Russo joins as co-host; friendly banter about hotel mishaps, hotspots, and Coach’s on-brand attitude.

• Explanation of super stickers/donations to get questions answered live.
• The show has a global reach—shout-out to listeners in Austria and on the Believe Network.

• Breaking down rumors of Vince McMahon starting a new entertainment venture.
• Coach confirms McMahon met with BKFC (MMA), but months ago.
• Discussion on whether McMahon’s legal issues are over, and what needs to happen for a full return.
• The duo debates Vince’s ego, legacy, and willingness (or stubbornness) to settle lawsuits.
• How Vince’s age is a new factor—does he have the time for a comeback?

• Fans ask about backstage heat between The Rock and Triple H.
• Coach shares wild backstage stories about The Rock refusing to cut a segment for Triple H and going over time.

• Analysis of why The Rock isn’t publicly supporting WWE, despite being on the board and earning $45 million.
• Is there a silent feud with Triple H? Russo and Coach think so.

• Recap of Liv Morgan’s devastating shoulder injury; out 6-9 months.
• How her absence could derail the upcoming WWE Evolution women’s event.
• Russo’s pitch: keep Liv on TV as an authority figure while she recovers, criticizing WWE’s “out of sight, out of mind” approach.
• Detailed booking ideas for Liv’s TV presence and why star power matters more than “the big pop” of her return.

• Discussion about injury risks with fewer house shows.
• Insight into how lack of reps and match practice leads to more injuries.
• Both hosts reminisce about how the old house show circuit kept wrestlers in top cardio shape and reduced freak accidents.

• Predictions on Cody Rhodes’ future; will he turn heel at SummerSlam?
• Debate on “dad bods” in modern wrestling vs. past generations.
• House show impact on wrestler physiques and match quality.

• Coach and Vince dissect Goldberg’s upcoming World Heavyweight Title match at age 58.
• Does this bury Gunther or ruin his momentum if Goldberg wins?
• Russo reveals backstage stories involving Goldberg’s ego and refusal to lose.
• The impact of weak authority figures (e.g., Adam Pearce) and suggestions for better on-air leadership.

• Vince sings for a fan’s birthday.
• AEW celebrates a 16,000-seat sellout in Mexico; hosts discuss why international expansion is smart.
• Critique on wrestling TV being oversaturated with matches and lacking backstage entertainment/storylines.

• Insight into how creative decisions get made (or don’t) in WWE.
• Coach shares hilarious stories about gym encounters with Steve Austin and Debra.