Battleground Podcast

The Battleground Podcast delivers weekly coverage of the biggest stories in professional wrestling, from breaking headlines to in-depth interviews with top WWE, AEW, and TNA talent. Hosted by Battle and Eli, the show blends insider access, sharp analysis, and fan-first energy to bring listeners closer to the action than ever before. Subscribe and join the conversation ringside. Email us: thebattlegroundpodcast@gmail.com Grab some Merch: https://whatamaneuver.net/collections/battleground-podcast Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/battlegroundpodcast Follow us on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/battlegroundihr Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/battlegroundpod Subscribe to our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/battlegroundpodcast

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WWE Star Liv Morgan On Her Royal Rumble Win, WrestleMania 42 Decision, Video Games & Sneakers

February 17, 2026 • 16 mins

We’re on the road to WrestleMania 42 and WWE superstar Liv Morgan is on Battleground Podcast fresh off winning the Royal Rumble and yes, she says she’s the “greatest Rumble winner of all time.” Liv opens up about being “lost in the sauce” after the win, tuning out online noise, Riott Squad lessons, and what’s next with Judgment Day, plus Dominik Mysterio, WWE 2K26, Grand Theft Auto VI, and why she stopped wrestling in sneakers.

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Daria Ray on Her TNA Return & Why She’s Back

February 10, 2026 • 15 mins

Daria Ray joins the Battleground Podcast to talk about her shocking return to TNA. Daria opens up about reinventing herself, having real creative control for the first time, and why this run feels different from anything she’s done before. She also discusses bringing Elayna Black into TNA, the energy inside the locker room during the AMC debut. Plus, Daria reflects on winning the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles, almost retiring from wr...

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Tony Khan Talks New AEW Signings, AJ Styles, Britt Baker Update

February 4, 2026 • 25 mins

Tony Khan sits down with the Battleground Podcast ahead of a massive AEW Dynamite! We talk about the shocking debut and TNT Title win of Tommaso Ciampa, and the latest on Britt Baker’s return. Tony also opens up about the future of ROH, the AEW women's division, and reflects on the legendary career of AJ Styles.

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Jaida Parker Breaks Her Silence: NXT Return, Main Roster Dreams & Defining Her Legacy

January 29, 2026 • 13 mins

Jaida Parker is here and she does not hold back! We dive into her shocking NXT return, why she chose to interrupt Blake Monroe, and what's really going through her mind with all the main roster talk. She shares the story behind that viral slap on Roxanne Perez, lessons from Out The Mud, and how her athletic background still drives her today.

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Josh Alexander Talks Kenny Omega Dream Match, Signing With AEW and His Comeback After Injury

January 20, 2026 • 18 mins

AEW's Josh Alexander joins the Battleground Podcast to talk about wrestling dream opponents like Kenny Omega, and why WrestleMania was never part of the vision. Josh clears the air on turning down WWE NXT and reveals why he stayed true to his path. We explore how his 2015 neck injury became a turning point in his life and career, shaping his mindset on wrestling and resilience. Josh also reflects on the Don Callis Family’s big 2025...

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From Fandango to JDC: The Career, The Risk, and The Final Match

January 13, 2026 • 18 mins

Few careers in professional wrestling are defined by constant reinvention quite like JDC’s. From the moment the world met Fandango on the grandest stage, to the unexpected chemistry of his tag team run with Tyler Breeze, and now to his grittier, more grounded chapter in TNA Wrestling, JDC joins us for a candid conversation about identity, longevity, and knowing when it’s time to walk away.

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Tony Khan: Talks AEW’s Evolution, “Creative Control” and NJPW/CMLL Collabs

January 7, 2026 • 21 mins

AEW President Tony Khan joins the Battleground Podcast for a deep-dive on how AEW has evolved since Year One, what fans still get wrong about creative freedom/creative control, and the real misconceptions around competition in pro wrestling. Plus: the business vs. fan balance in AEW x New Japan and what the G1 Climax in Chicago means behind the scenes.

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WWE’s Je’Von Evans on Being “The Future,” Facing AJ Styles & What Comes Next

December 23, 2025 • 15 mins

Je’Von Evans (@WWEJeVonEvans) is one of the most talked-about young stars in WWE and the hype is only growing. Je’Von sits down the Battleground Podcast and opens up about being labeled “the future” of WWE. He also breaks down stepping into the ring with AJ Styles, what it meant hearing John Cena say “He is for real,” and the electric atmosphere from his triple-threat match in AAA with Laredo Kid and Jack Cartwheel.

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Undesirable to Undeniable: Mike Santana on Rock Bottom, Redemption & Becoming the Face of TNA

December 16, 2025 • 14 mins

Mike Santana sits down for a raw, honest conversation about losing the TNA Championship just 31 days after winning it and why that moment changed everything. Santana opens up about hitting rock bottom, breaking the cycle of self-sabotage, rebuilding himself after AEW, and turning pain into fuel. He also discusses his upcoming steel cage match, his contractual rematch with Frankie Kazarian at TNA Genesis, the emotional Immersed docu...

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Maxxine Dupri Reveals Her Journey From Underdog to Champion

December 9, 2025 • 14 mins

WWE Intercontinental Champion Maxxine Dupri joins the Battleground Podcast today! Fresh off her shocking win at Madison Square Garden, Maxxine breaks down the moment that changed everything, her evolution from underdog to champion, training under Natalya, handling early criticism, and whether the Dupri/LA Knight connection could ever return to WWE TV.

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Wren Sinclair on NXT Deadline, No Quarter Catch Crew Drama & Her Defining Moment in WWE

December 2, 2025 • 15 mins

Wren Sinclair joins the show today to talk NXT Deadline, and how her first experience in that match shaped her. She gets real about her rise in NXT, the chemistry with Kendal Grey, and where she fits in a stacked women’s division. Wren also reflects on the defining moments of her journey from NWA to NXT and how they’ve shaped the competitor she is today.

If you’re an NXT fan, this is a MUST-LISTEN episode.

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FTR on 3-Peat AEW Tag Title Hunt, Stokely’s Role, & The Future of Tag Team Wrestling

November 25, 2025 • 24 mins

FTR returns to the Battleground Podcast. We talk their upcoming match for a potential three-peat as AEW Tag Team Champions, the rise of Brody/Bandido, and how unorthodox challengers stack up against the self-proclaimed greatest tag team of all time and their iconic feud with the Briscoe Brothers.

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Exclusive: Tatum Paxley Talks NXT Gold, Dream Matches & Future Moves!

November 18, 2025 • 10 mins

NXT Women’s Champion Tatum Paxley joins The Battleground Podcast to talk about her huge win at Halloween Havoc, what it means to finally stand on her own, and why her reign will feel different from any other. Plus, she reveals her dream opponent for a title defense and shares thoughts on a possible move to Raw or SmackDown.

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Harley Cameron Talks Women’s Blood & Guts, AEW Fan Love & Her Turning-Point Moment

November 11, 2025 • 17 mins

Harley Cameron joins the Battleground Podcast⁩ for an electric convo about her huge upset win with Willow Nightingale, performing in front of a wild Australian crowd at @AEW⁩ Grand Slam, the first-ever women’s Blood & Guts match, and the moment she realized wrestling was truly her path. If you love AEW, women’s wrestling, or Harley’s insane multi-talent energy, this one’s for you.

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Jackson Drake on Winning WWE EVOLVE Gold at 22, Future in WWE and The Vanity Project

November 4, 2025 • 11 mins

Today we're joined by the WWE EVOLVE Men’s Champion Jackson Drake, and this dude is only 22 and already holding WWE gold. You’ve seen him every Wednesday on EVOLVE on Tubi at 8ET, and now he’s here talking about the moment everything changed and realizing he was about to make history. We get into The Vanity Project, the pressure of being the guy at such a young age, and what’s next.

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Braun Strowman Talks ‘Semi-Retired’ Life, Everything On The Menu & WWE Future

October 28, 2025 • 11 mins

Braun Strowman joins the show to talk about his brand-new USA Network series Everything On The Menu, stepping away from full-time wrestling, and what’s next for “The Monster Among Men.” We dive into how the concept for the show came to life, what fans can expect, and how he’s balancing life outside the ring with new opportunities in TV and acting.

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Jacy Jayne on NXT Halloween Havoc, Tatum Paxley Title Match & Proving She’s More Than #2

October 23, 2025 • 15 mins

NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne joins the show ahead of NXT Halloween Havoc to talk about her title defense against Tatum Paxley, breaking out of Toxic Attraction, and why she's not just #2 anymore. She also shares how TNA changed her mindset and what drives her as champion.

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The Young Bucks Interview: The Elite’s Future, Jurassic Express Feud & PWG Plans

October 21, 2025 • 29 mins

The Young Bucks to talk about the uncertain future of The Elite, and the recent revival of Being the Elite. They also discuss how AEW has elevated tag team wrestling, the legacy they’ve built so far, and what’s still unfinished, including whether they’ll one day own PWG. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more exclusive AEW interviews and pro wrestling content every week.

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Grayson Waller on Viral Meet & Greet, Heat with Fans & Logan Paul Comparisons

October 14, 2025 • 14 mins

Grayson Waller opens up about that viral meet & greet moment, keeping his character real, the line between good and bad heat, being compared to Logan Paul, and what it’s like working with Cena and Edge.

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Bronson Reed on Working with Paul Heyman, Clash in Paris with Roman Reigns & WWE Comeback Story

October 7, 2025 • 14 mins

Former NXT North American Champion Bronson Reed joins the Battleground Podcast to talk about being called The Tribal Thief by Paul Heyman, what it was really like going toe-to-toe with Roman Reigns at Clash in Paris, and how getting released in 2021 reshaped his career. He also reacts to rumors about joining The Vision with Seth Rollins and reveals who he’d want performing his entrance theme live!

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Tony Khan Talks New AEW Signings, AJ Styles, Britt Baker Update

Jaida Parker Breaks Her Silence: NXT Return, Main Roster Dreams & Defining Her Legacy

Josh Alexander Talks Kenny Omega Dream Match, Signing With AEW and His Comeback After Injury

From Fandango to JDC: The Career, The Risk, and The Final Match

Tony Khan: Talks AEW’s Evolution, “Creative Control” and NJPW/CMLL Collabs

WWE’s Je’Von Evans on Being “The Future,” Facing AJ Styles & What Comes Next

Undesirable to Undeniable: Mike Santana on Rock Bottom, Redemption & Becoming the Face of TNA

Maxxine Dupri Reveals Her Journey From Underdog to Champion

Wren Sinclair on NXT Deadline, No Quarter Catch Crew Drama & Her Defining Moment in WWE

FTR on 3-Peat AEW Tag Title Hunt, Stokely’s Role, & The Future of Tag Team Wrestling

Exclusive: Tatum Paxley Talks NXT Gold, Dream Matches & Future Moves!

Harley Cameron Talks Women’s Blood & Guts, AEW Fan Love & Her Turning-Point Moment

Jackson Drake on Winning WWE EVOLVE Gold at 22, Future in WWE and The Vanity Project

Braun Strowman Talks ‘Semi-Retired’ Life, Everything On The Menu & WWE Future

Jacy Jayne on NXT Halloween Havoc, Tatum Paxley Title Match & Proving She’s More Than #2

The Young Bucks Interview: The Elite’s Future, Jurassic Express Feud & PWG Plans

Grayson Waller on Viral Meet & Greet, Heat with Fans & Logan Paul Comparisons

Bronson Reed on Working with Paul Heyman, Clash in Paris with Roman Reigns & WWE Comeback Story

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