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AEW Unrestricted signs off with hosts Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington reflecting on the moments, memories, and matches that defined the official podcast of All Elite Wrestling. They share behind-the-scenes stories from the show’s beginnings during the pandemic, how the podcast became a gateway for talent and fans alike, and what it meant to tell those stories week after week. Aubrey and Will shout out the people who made it all happen, including Tony Schiavone and Tony Khan, while revisiting favorite interviews, unforgettable episodes, and the impact Unrestricted had on AEW’s growth. Plus, they explain why now is the right time to close this chapter, what’s next for AEW podcasting, and why this isn’t goodbye...it’s just the end of this era.
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Zayda Steel breaks down her AEW journey including the phone call from Tony Khan that brought her to the company. She shares behind-the-scenes stories from her in-ring debut on AEW Collision: Maximum Carnage against Marina Shafir, and what was going through her mind just before the match started, during the actual fight, and right after the submission loss! She speaks about leaving high school to chase her wrestling dream, the sacrifices her mom made to support her, and the grind that took her from training to the indies to the ROH and AEW. Plus, she talks SkyFlight, working with Scorpio Sky, lessons learned from Christopher Daniels, and the energy and attitude she brings to the team and the AEW women’s roster in general
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AEW Revolution is this Sunday, March 15th live from the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington break down the loaded lineup including the AEW World Championship bout between MJF and Hangman Adam Page, AEW Women’s World Champion Thekla going one-on-one in a 2 out of 3 Falls match against former champion, Kris Statlander, Timeless Toni Storm battling Marina Shafir, The Young Bucks challenging FTR for the chance to be history-making 4x AEW World Tag Team Champs, Swerve Strickland versus Brody King, and Bandido looking to take down his idol Andrade el Idolo. Plus, Konosuke Takeshita joins to share the prep he’s done in order to face (and hopefully beat) Jon Moxley in what’s sure to be brutal showdown for the AEW Continental Championship!
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Lee Moriarty returns to AEW Unrestricted! The ROH Pure Champion talks about his record-setting reign and what it means to be the longest reigning Pure Champion in Ring Of Honor history. Lee breaks down winning the title from Wheeler Yuta, defending it across ROH and around the world, and facing legends like Nigel McGuinness at ROH Final Battle in the historic Hammerstein Ballroom. He also shares stories from his matches against icons like Blue Panther, explains his philosophy behind
Pure Rules wrestling, and reveals why he calls this era the “Pure Renaissance.” Plus, Lee talks Shane Taylor Promotions, how the group came together with Shane Taylor and The Infantry, the technical rivalry between himself, Wheeler Yuta, and Daniel Garcia, and the dream opponents he still wants to face… including Samoa Joe!
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Steve Orlando – the mastermind behind DC Comics hits like Wonder Woman and Justice League of America – is bringing AEW into the DC Universe with the DC x AEW comic crossover! He breaks down the origin of this dream project, what it was like developing the story, and how AEW stars like Darby Allin, Swerve Strickland, Hangman Adam Page, Willow Nightingale, Toni Storm, Orange Cassidy, and Jon Moxley were chosen for
the book. He also talks pairing Darby with Batman, and Toni Storm with Zatanna, in a dynamic that “writes itself.” Steve explains why comics and wrestling are “chocolate and peanut butter” storytelling, how moments like Mercedes Moné’s shocking turn shaped the entire story, and why a Sting appearance was non-negotiable. He also shares how he got into wrestling, the comic that hooked him for life (West Coast Avengers #16), his decades-long grind to break into DC, and how the “Big Galactic Belt” drives the multiversal story.
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Josh Mathews pulls back the curtain on his role as AEW’s line producer and how he helps shape Dynamite and Collision alongside Mike Mansury. He breaks down the fast-paced reality of live TV, working with talent like MJF and Justin Roberts, the infectious energy of Tony Khan, and what makes AEW’s production style and locker room culture so different. He also shares how a lifelong goal of joining AEW finally became reality, why the company reignited his love for wrestling, what it meant to step back on camera at All In: Texas, and how he navigates working live TV with his real-life wife, AEW coach Madison Rayne! Plus, Josh looks back at Tough Enough, and the journey that led him to one of the most rewarding years of his career.
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Alec Price and Jordan Oliver are officially All Elite after MJF shocked the wrestling world at Limitless Wrestling by announcing it in the ring following Alec’s AEW World Title match. They break down that surreal moment, the energy inside the building, and what it felt like hearing “All Elite” after a decade of grinding. Then it was straight into the deep end with a huge AEW Dynamite debut against Tag Team Champs, FTR. Alec and Jordan share what it was like finding out via a Tony Khan tweet, what they learned from Dax and Cash, and how that Orlando crowd went from “who are these guys?” to believing they could pull it off. Plus, Jordan’s
ACL injury & rehab, the GCW mentality, being mentored by Nick Gage,
becoming Bustah & The Brain, and mixing it up with the Don Callis Family’s
Davis & Doyle in AEW TV match #2!
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Luther returns for the first time since 2021 to explain how he became Timeless Toni Storm’s butler, what inspired the black-and-white aesthetic of the character, and why the movie, Sunset Boulevard, became required homework. He breaks down what it’s like balancing comedy, character work, and physical involvement in Toni’s biggest matches, including the All In Texas moment that led to his very real “reattachment surgery,” and the not-so-subtle signal he recently gave Orange Cassidy for getting too close to Toni! Luther also talks about his backstage role as an AEW coach and producer, and working with younger talent. Plus, he dives into his longtime obsession with ghosts, cryptids, and the unexplained, and shares some of his own truly wild paranormal encounters.
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Madison Rayne returns to AEW Unrestricted to talk about closing the book on her in-ring career with her final ROH match alongside Deonna Purrazzo, and why that night was the perfect ending on her own terms. She opens up about the emotions of retirement, what it felt like realizing “this is it” in the ring, and how she immediately shifted her full attention into her already-started next chapter as a coach. Plus, Madison dives deep into life behind the scenes at AEW, working with Timeless Toni Storm, and helping guide the next generation, including Skye Blue, as they grow into superstar talent!
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Ortiz joins AEW Unrestricted to talk about the nearly two-year journey that led him back to AEW television. He breaks down the torn pectoral injury from January 2024, multiple surgeries, the mental lows of rehab, and how changing his mindset reshaped his approach to wrestling, training, and life. Ortiz also discusses returning at Worlds End Zero Hour to help Eddie Kingston, rebuilding confidence through dark matches and indie work, stepping into a coaching role backstage, launching seminars and a future wrestling school with Eddie, and why his Rampage match with Eddie Kingston vs. Takeshita and Jun Akiyama stands out as a career favorite.
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Toa Liona and Bishop Kaun, two-thirds of The Demand, return to break down how everything finally clicked for them in AEW. They talk about
finding their true identity as a team, why aligning with Ricochet felt natural, and how being “in demand” has changed their confidence, presentation, and mindset. They dive into four years of tag-team chemistry, lessons learned from New Japan’s World Tag League, and how those experiences reshaped them as performers. They also reflect on their recent high-profile feud with The Hurt Syndicate, the physicality of facing legends, wrestling for the AEW World Trios Titles at Philly’s historic 2300 Arena, and what’s still driving them as they chase gold. Plus, Toa & Kaun open up about evolving their personalities, embracing the spotlight, and why the best of The Demand is still to come.
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Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington are joined by special guest host Nyla Rose to hand out the first-ever AEW Unrestricted Awards — aka The Undies. From the Ref Bump Hall of Fame and the Only A Mother Could Love Award, to Bloodiest Match of the Year, Most Unexpected Friendship, Hardest Fit, and the chaotic debut of the Nyla Rose Award! Expect laughs, surprises, questionable trophies, and legendary acceptance speeches! It’s the awards and moments you didn’t know needed…until now.
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Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington are joined by special guest co-host Nyla Rose to break down their favorite AEW Pay-Per-View matches of 2025! They relive Swerve Strickland vs. Ricochet at Revolution, including Prince Nana’s stolen robe, Leslie Jones going crazy at ringside, and the massive pop when everything finally came full circle. The conversation rolls into Dynasty and the wild Kenny Omega vs. Ricochet vs. Speedball Mike Bailey triple threat, and why it’s one of the best three-ways AEW has ever done! They talk the full chaos of Anarchy in the Arena at Double or Nothing including the Pointer Sisters into Drowning Pool, Willow Nightingale stealing the show, forklifts appearing mid-match, and the very real post-match question of “is everyone actually okay?” And they dive into All In Texas, the emotional payoff of Hangman Adam Page vs. Jon Moxley, finally seeing the AEW World Championship again, and why that ending felt so special. Plus, Will Ospreay & Swerve Strickland vs. The Young Bucks, the EVP stipulation, and how losing that power sparked one of Matt and Nick Jackson’s strongest years ever, and BTS on Kris Statlander’s championship win at All Out!
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Ref Aubrey and Will Washington fire up the highlight reel and revisit the moments, guests, debuts, retirements, surprises, championships, and absolute chaos that defined another landmark year in All Elite Wrestling – from Christopher Daniels’ emotional in-ring farewell (and Curry Man’s final bow on the Jericho Cruise), to behind-the-scenes stories from the All Elite book with Keith Elliott Greenberg, to Speedball Mike Bailey’s All Elite arrival, Kevin Knight’s whirlwind debut run, and Thekla’s punk-rock path to AEW! They relive championship changes, unforgettable promos, new faces, wild debuts, and heartfelt reflections!
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The endlessly unpredictable (and unemployed) RJ City returns to talk hosting All Elite Comedy with Colt Cabana (Live in Chicago on 12/26/25), why the show thrives on performers you don’t think will necessarily work, and how the AEW Match Game routinely descends into chaos. RJ breaks down the decision to end Hey! (EW) after 165 episodes, how it quietly became an AEW rite of passage, and why he knew it was time to stop
before repeating himself. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about guests who thought they were getting a serious interview, unexpected moments that turned into wrestling memes, and why resistance often makes comedy even better. Plus, RJ opens up about the influence of Pee-wee Herman, his friendship with Paul Reubens, what full commitment to a character really costs, and how that philosophy shaped his career — with a wild David Arquette story, an AEW Family Feud memory, and plenty of laughs along the way.
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Stori Denali is the newest member of the Premier Athletes, and talks about her fast rise from collegiate volleyball standout at Ohio State to AEW and Ring of Honor TV! Stori shares how a lifetime of athletics, multiple serious injuries, and a “personality hire” mentality shaped her confidence, mindset, and in-ring style. She details the moment she realized wrestling was for her, what it was like to start training on the indies after utilizing Division I facilities, and how she pushed through imposter syndrome and setbacks to keep her dream alive. She recounts the unbelievable AEW moment when Tony Khan unexpectedly told her she booked a match, how her Ring of Honor debut unfolded, and the surreal path that led her to joining Ari Daivari, Tony Nese, and Mark Sterling as part of the Premiere Athletes. Plus, dog cameos, DM-ing her way into opportunities, and the real story behind “six-three on a bad day.”
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Mina Shirakawa talks about her whirlwind AEW journey – from her surprise debut saving Mariah May in borrowed gear to adjusting from Japan’s quiet, focused crowds to America’s loud, expressive audiences. She shares the chaos of finding out about major matches with Mercedes Moné and Toni Storm hours before showtime, how her rivalry with Toni transformed into the “Timeless Love Bombs,” and what winning
the ROH Women’s World TV Title meant to her. Mina also opens up about moving to the States, rescuing her Orlando street cat, and her biggest dream in AEW: becoming champion on a major stage with her parents watching for the first time.
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Wrestling historian and bestselling author Keith Elliot Greenberg returns to unpack the biggest moments, matches, and behind-the-scenes stories from THIS BOOK IS ALL ELITE: The Inside Story of All Elite Wrestling. He breaks down how AEW built six years of groundbreaking history, shares the real stories behind stadium-shaking matches like Thunder Rosa vs. Britt Baker, Sting & Darby’s unreal run, Anarchy in the Arena, the first Stadium Stampede, and Hangman Adam Page’s evolution into a true AEW World Champion. Keith talks Excalibur’s rise as the voice of AEW, the Gunn brothers keeping Daily’s Place alive during the pandemic, the emotional backstage moments from Wembley, and the candid perspectives from AEW talent who helped define the company. If you want the untold stories, unseen photos, and definitive history of AEW’s first 5 years, this is the episode—and the book—that delivers it.
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AEW Full Gear is this Saturday, November 22nd live from the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey! Ref Aubrey Edwards and Will Washington break down stacked card including the AEW World Championship Steel Cage bout between Hangman Adam Page and Samoa Joe, AEW Women’s World Champion Kris Statlander going toe-to-toe with 13 Belts Mercedes Mone, FTR with Stokely Hathaway challenging Brodido for the World Tag Team titles, Current TNT Champ Kyle Fletcher looking to make AEW history by defending his title against Mark Briscoe and racking up his 8th
successful title defense in the process, and the Casino Gauntlet match to
determine the inaugural National Champion! Plus, Kevin Knight joins to share his strategy going into the Casino Gauntlet match, what it would mean to win, how this match will affect JetSpeed, his tag team with Speedball Mike Bailey, and why gold is always the goal!
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The party’s in full swing as The Frat House crashes AEW Unrestricted! Griff Garrison and Preston Vance bring the laughs, stories, and chaos as they reveal how their wild WrestleDream moment with Mercedes Moné came together, why Griff’s dance moves stole the show, and how a “shortage of extras” turned into one of the most talked-about entrances of the year. They break down their frat-boy chemistry, Vance’s transition from Dark Order and LFI to his most authentic persona yet, Griff’s reinvention since the Varsity Blonds, and the behind-the-scenes antics that made AEW’s karaoke nights and pledge parties legendary (and nearly banned). Plus, hear who loses their phone every week, which AEW stars could survive a night with The Frat House, which couldn’t, and why the motto—“If it isn’t fun, why the f*** are we doing it?" is their guiding principle.
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