Episode 516: International Shows Rock!
5/29/20262 hr 11 min
On this episode of Something To Wrestle with John Layfield, JBL and Conrad discuss the growing appeal of international wrestling events and why WWE is making a major push toward expanding its global footprint. John shares his thoughts on the huge news surrounding the reported purchase of New Japan and what it could mean for the future of the wrestling business worldwide.
The guys also break down this weekend's Clash in Italy and Noches de la Grande, while diving into the unbelievable fan frenzy surrounding Danhausen. Plus, another hilarious edition of Curtain Jerkers with hall of fame, hardcore legend, Mick Foley!
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Conrad Thompson· Host0:59
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Bruce Prichard· Soundbite1:08
[upbeat music] Welcome to Something to Wrestle With.
John Layfield· Host1:13
Something to Wrestle With.
Bruce Prichard· Soundbite1:14
Bruce Prichard.
John Layfield· Host1:17
Who's Prichard?
Bruce Prichard· Soundbite1:17
Who's Prichard?
John Layfield· Host1:18
Well, you know.
Conrad Thompson· Host1:19
That's not a rib.
John Layfield· Host1:22
Little rib.
Bruce Prichard· Soundbite1:22
No, you have amigo.
Conrad Thompson· Host1:23
There's no box of gimmicks.
John Layfield· Host1:25
Rumor and innuendo.
Conrad Thompson· Host1:26
I don't deal in rumor and innuendo.
John Layfield· Host1:28
And, and was he