Show Notes
MrSantiZap and SanchoWest are back with another episode of Wrestling is Cool! This week the guys dive deep into WWE's Bloodline story and ask whether the company is leaning too heavily on Roman Reigns, Jacob Fatu, and the ever-expanding Bloodline universe. They discuss where the story could be headed, potential involvement from The Rock, and whether WWE risks creating a "Bloodline vortex" that swallows up the rest of the roster. The conversation also covers LA Knight's place on the card, Oba Femi's rise through King of the Ring, SummerSlam expectations, concerns surrounding Rhea Ripley, reactions to Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and Sami Zayn, and whether Chad Gable is getting the push fans have been waiting for. Plus, CM Punk-to-SmackDown rumors, the latest New Heat Order rankings, and plenty of wrestling tangents along the way. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 Bloodline vortex opening jokes 4:46 Episode preview and Patreon plug 6:53 Bloodline overexposure debate begins 23:01 Bloodline endgame and Rock speculation 41:22 Where LA Knight fits 50:20 Oba Femi versus Dominik talk 1:12:47 SummerSlam buzz and Rhea concern 1:24:01 Cody, Gunther, and Sami reactions 1:31:05 Chad Gable theme and push concerns 1:41:58 CM Punk to SmackDown rumors 1:47:52 New Heat Order rankings
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This week Santizap and SanchoWest, we remember Pac’s Neville era and debate WWE’s handling of Joe Hendry before diving into the chaos surrounding 946, Jada Parker, and Jacob Fatu. We also break down Dragon Lee’s growing role, LA Knight’s feud with Roman Reigns, CM Punk entering Money in the Bank, and the possibility of Drew McIntyre’s return. Plus, WWE’s increasingly lawless universe, TKO’s approach to highlight rights, Big Cass and Baron Corbin’s potential, Giulia vs. Blake Monroe, the latest New Heat Order rankings, and plenty of creator banter along the way. Chapters 0:00 Podcast length complaints and honeymoon fitness 3:08 Remembering Pac and Neville 12:49 No Way Jose and NXT gimmick potential 22:15 Why WWE’s Joe Hendry booking fails 36:07 946, Jada Parker, and Jacob Fatu attack 52:18 WWE’s lawless world and GTA comparisons 57:21 WWE highlight rights and TKO monetization 1:08:16 Dragon Lee’s growing WWE role 1:15:37 Can Big Cass and Baron Corbin elevate talent? 1:28:12 Podcast origins, magnetism, and creator banter 1:30:22 LA Knight’s Roman Reigns title feud 1:43:05 CM Punk joins Money in the Bank 1:49:09 Drew McIntyre’s possible WWE return 1:54:31 Giulia versus Blake Monroe skepticism 2:01:18 New Heat Order weekly rankings 2:07:36 Patreon producer thank yous and farewell
#ad Wrestling Is Cool! listeners can get up to 30% off their entire order at UndrDog.com. Shop here: UndrDog.com After you purchase, UndrDog will ask where you heard about them — please tell them Wrestling Is Cool! Podcast sent you. Santizap and SanchoWest kick things off with Chargers misery and somehow find the perfect wrestling comparison before diving into WWE’s chaotic 946 kidnapping storyline and LA Knight’s latest shot at Roman Reigns. Then it’s Money in the Bank season. We break down potential cash-in scenarios, the developing men’s field, the women’s Money in the Bank picture, and a Raw women’s division that suddenly has a lot of moving pieces. Plus, SmackDown’s increasingly crowded title scene and where everyone fits. Elsewhere, we get into AI-generated wrestling matches and what AI could mean for the future of entertainment, react to AJ Styles entering the podcast world, unveil the latest New Heat Order rankings, and wrap things up with our patron shout-outs.