If We Had The Pencil
Two military vets look at WWE and try to predict the storylines using any information they can get on.
Episodes
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In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss their weekend wrestling experiences, including highlights from Triple Mania and a recap of WWE SmackDown and Raw. They delve into character developments, backstage segments, and the dynamics between wrestlers like LA Knight, CM Punk, and Drew McIntyre. The conversation emphasizes the importance of storytelling in wrestling and the potential for future storylines. In this episode, Se...
In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss their excitingweekend at NASCAR, the evolution of John Cena's character from heel to face, and the dynamic duo of Drew McIntyre and Logan Paul. They also delve into Sami Zayn's character struggles, the potential of the Wyatt Family, and CharlotteFlair's growth as a face. The importance of managers in wrestling is highlighted, along with Alistair Black's impressive promo work. T...
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The conversation covers a weekend filled with wrestling events, focusing on SummerSlam and SmackDown highlights, match critiques, celebrity appearances, and the evolution of WWE's production quality. The hosts discuss the impact of celebrity wrestlers like Jelly Roll, the dynamics of the women's tag team division, and the storytelling aspects of matches, particularly highlighting CM Punk's encounter with Gunt...
In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the latest happeningsin WWE, focusing on Smackdown and the upcoming SummerSlam event. They delve into the dynamics of the women's division, the impact of Paul Heyman onstorytelling, and predictions for various matches, including Cody Rhodes vs. John Cena and the tag team turmoil. The conversation highlights the importanceof character development and the storytelling aspect of wrestling, wh...
In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the recent passing of Ozzy Osbourne and his impact on wrestling culture. They delve into the involvement of celebrities in WWE, particularly focusing on Jelly Roll's commitment to wrestling. Theconversation shifts to the build-up for SummerSlam, highlighting the pacing and storytelling challenges in WWE. They analyze the importance of ring psychologyand selling in matches, and the potentia...
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In this episode of the If We Had the Pencil podcast, hosts Sean Green and Matt Jackson discuss the latest happenings in wrestling, including highlights from SmackDown, Evolution, and Raw. They delve into character developments, celebrity involvement in wrestling, and the impact of injuries on storylines. The hosts also review the Evolution PLE, praising its execution and the performances of the wrestlers involved. They s...
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In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss their personal struggles, including Sean's tough week with the loss of his dog and phone. They delve into WWE's current programming, expressing concerns about overextension and the need for better storyline development. Highlights from SmackDown include Charlotte Flair's evolving character, the intriguing Wyatt Family storyline, and Kyrie Sane's return. The duo also ...
***Warning*** Seanhad a potty mouth a couple of times in this episode.
In this episode,Sean and Matt discuss the latest WWE Smackdown and its lead-up to the PLE. They analyze the Cody Rhodes and Randy Orton feud, the impact of women's wrestling, and the controversial victory of Sami Zayn over Karrion Kross. The conversation also touches on the dynamics of tag teams, the significance of the Wyatt Family, and the implications of ...
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In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the latest happenings in WWE, including injury updates, the return of Goldberg, and the evolving storylines surrounding John Cena and LA Knight. They delve into the women's division, the impact of CM Punk, and the dynamics of the tag team scene with the Wyatt's influence. The conversation culminates in a debate about Goldberg's upcoming retirement match against Gunther, ...
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In this episode of the podcast, hosts Sean and Matt discuss their experiences in the great outdoors while recapping recent WWE events, including Raw and SmackDown. They delve into the highlights of AJ Styles vs. JD McDonough, the evolution of women's wrestling, and the impact of John Cena's recent promo. The conversation also touches on the duality of Ron Killings and Our Truth, as well as predictions for future rivalries an...
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In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the evolution of wrestling, focusing on John Cena's impact, the dynamics of modern wrestling, and the significance of promos. They reflect on recent matches, including Braun Breaker's victory over Penta and the New Day's transition to heel characters. The conversation also touches on Goldberg's recent sit-down interview, Gunther's character development, and the o...
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In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the latest happenings in WWE, including the return of Ron Killings as a more serious character, the eye-opening experience of Worlds Collide, and the seamless flow of SmackDown. They delve into the dynamics of Seth Rollins' character evolution, the missed opportunity in the Piper Niven vs. Zelina Vega match, and the excitement built around the women's tag match leading to Money in the B...
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In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the recent departure of R-Truth from WWE, exploring the business decisions behind talent cuts in wrestling. They delve into the influence of The Rock on WWE's creative direction and the challenges faced by Triple H in maintaining long-term storytelling. The hosts review recent episodes of SmackDown, highlighting missed opportunities and the deliberate push for women's wrestl...
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In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss their excitement for the weekend's racing events and how it ties into their love for wrestling. They analyze various aspects of WWE programming, including the women's division, tag team dynamics, and character development. The hosts critique the pacing and execution of matches, particularly a cage match involving Drew McIntyre, and reflect on John Cena's return. They als...
In this episode, Sean and Matt dive into the world ofwrestling, reflecting on the nostalgia of entrance pops and the evolution of characters like Fatou and Solo. They discuss the recent in-ring action, highlighting matches featuring Alexa Bliss, Fraxiom, and DIY, while also touching on the dynamics of the women's division. The conversation shifts toR-Truth and John Cena's upcoming match, the future of the US title picture, and the ...
this episode of the If We Had thePencil podcast, hosts Sean and Matt discuss the recent passing of wrestlinglegend Sabu, reflecting on his impact on the industry. They delve into WWE'sbranding strategies, particularly the placement of sponsorships in the ring,and express concerns over rising ticket prices and corporate greed affectingfans. The conversation shifts to a comparison of the quality of SmackDownversus Raw, highlighti...
In this episode, Sean and Matt discuss the latest happeningsin WWE, including talent cuts, the evolution of wrestling styles, and theimpact of character development. They highlight Chelsea Green's impressivework, analyze matches from SmackDown and Raw, and delve into the significanceof music and entrances in wrestling. The conversation emphasizes the importanceof adapting to changes in wrestling while celebrating the diverse fl...
In this episode of the If We Had the Pencil Podcast, hostsSean and Matt discuss various topics in the world of professional wrestling, including Joe Hendry's recent appearances, the emergence of young talent fromNXT, and the impact of social media on wrestlers like Chelsea Green. They also delve into the dynamics of John Cena and Randy Orton's rivalry, the return of Nia Jax, and the significance of Zelina Vega's title w...
The conversation covers the aftermath of WrestleMania, discussing the exhaustion felt by fans and wrestlers alike. Key topics include The Rock's controversial impact on WWE, Cody Rhodes' mixed reactions in Vegas, and the rise of Carrying Cross. The hosts analyze significant title changes, standout matches, and the performances of various wrestlers, including Jey Uso, Jade Cargill, and Charlotte Flair. They also reflect on the main ...
**We are aware of the audio issues in this episode and they have been corrected for future episodes, apologies**
In this engaging conversation, Sean Green and Matt Jackson, two passionate wrestling fans, share their insights on WWE, WrestleMania, and the Hall of Fame. They discuss their backgrounds, the evolution of wrestling storylines, and their predictions for upcoming matches, particularly focusing on Jay Uso vs. Gunther and...
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