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John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the latest filings in the Janel Grant case, and TKO’s attempt to stop the release of records.This past week, multiple filings were made on behalf of Vince McMahon and WWE as they are in alignment to seek arbitration in the suit filed by Janel Grant. TKO is trying to prevent multiple records requests regarding events staged in Texas and we will break down why this is such an important story.Plus, the fallout from WWE’s handling of the media last week, the site fee Las Vegas is paying for WrestleMania 41 & more.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/mxcchiWfJXMREADING:- WWE responds to Janel Grant's lawsuit- Vince McMahon’s attorneys oppose Janel Grant’s motion to strike- WWE suing Texas AG to prevent release of bidding contract- 180K wrestling fans expected to slam Las Vegas for WM week in 2025- Oklahoma Wrestling Commission Considers Rule Change For Transgender WrestlersMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben Tramer”POST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/s

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the TKO first-quarter earnings report, and welcome reporter Lucas Charpiot to discuss the Backlash press conference.Pollock & Thurston speak about WWE and USA Network extending its agreement for Raw until the end of 2024, the UFC antitrust settlements, TKO’s deals with Saudi Arabia & other notes from the first-quarter earnings.Then, reporter Lucas Charpiot speaks about his experience at the WWE Backlash press conference and the response from Paul Levesque. VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/VWp8qawhTMM00:00:00 Start00:02:09 TKO Q1 2024 Earnings Report00:32:38 Reporter Lucas Charpiot chats WWE Backlash press conference00:58:52 Ticket sales for Clash at the Castle01:02:44 WWE Raw & NXT ratings01:03:59 Book report on "The Fixer" by Mike Sitrick01:19:05 Super Chat on the NBA rights Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben Tramer”POST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestlin

On the first Sunday of each month, Wrestlenomics Radio is free for everyone. Wrestlenomics Radio is available every week exclusively for subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics.The latest news in pro wrestling business, with Brandon Thurston:- Wrestlemania 41 will be in Las Vegas- John Laurinaitis flips again in Grant lawsuit- WWE COO Brad Blum resigns- WWE Backlash business in France- Paul Levesque takes shot at PWInsider and Fightful credibility- Nick Khan will be with WWE at least through 2026- AEW Big Business gate======Music credit: “Sports FM” by Shane Ivers: https://www.silvermansound.com======

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover all the latest stories including the WWE going to France for Backlash this weekend.The two chat about the report that Comcast is preparing a massive bid for NBA rights, AEW Revolution grosses over $1 million in Greensboro, The Wrap has a scathing profile on Dwayne Johnson, we analyze the arguments regarding the NDA between Janel Grant and Vince McMahon, and VICE announces four-part series “Who Killed WCW?”Plus, reporter Félix Gouty joins us to discuss WWE holding back-to-back shows in France this weekend.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/jliudgvxXpk00:00:00 Start00:00:41 Intro00:03:36 WrestleMania 41 announcement is coming00:07:30 AEW Revolution draws $1 million in Greensboro00:13:15 Comcast expected to make major bid for NBA rights00:23:10 The Wrap's story on Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson00:30:44 Reporter Félix Gouty chats WWE Backlash00:45:45 The NDA between Janel Grant and Vince McMahon00:53:14 Confirmation of Janel Grant's law degree from Pace Univ

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through the 29-page filing from Vince McMahon and his response to Janel Grant’s lawsuit.We will go through the entire filing, how McMahon is defending himself, and the statements issued to POST Wrestling & Wrestlenomics from Grant’s attorney Ann Callis.Plus: Attorney Jason Cruz of MMA Payout returns to the show to speak about McMahon’s push to take the Grant case to arbitration.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t0lux8T_4BEReading:- Memorandum from Vince McMahon- Vince McMahon denies accusations, Ann Callis issues response- Timeline of WWE sexual misconduct allegations- FTC Announces Rule Banning Noncompetes - NJPW to fully acquire Bushiroad FightMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben Tramer”POST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrestlenom

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston speak about Rossy Ogawa’s new promotion, Dream Star Fighting Marigold, and NBC’s story on Vince McMahon.Joining us to chat about the pending launch is POST Wrestling’s Karen Peterson as she explains the political aspect of the launch, who is involved, the talent departures across the Joshi scene, Giulia’s future & more.Plus: NBC’s story on Vince McMahon and what he is up to, McMahon’s stock situation at TKO, and a discussion on the state of MMA media following several moves.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/Fp5BjUNkIRsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben Tramer”POST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @Wrestlenomics

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston assess the fallout from WrestleMania 40 and WWE’s messaging regarding its new era. The two chat about their in-person coverage of WrestleMania, the strong push behind the Paul Levesque Era, Stephanie McMahon’s appearance, and the company’s strong detachment from Vince McMahon.Plus: WWE Raw draws a massive audience, WrestleMania 40 business notes, and All In footage to air on AEW Dynamite tonight. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7M9z0DYgsjUMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben Tramer”POST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio2532/dona

On the first Sunday of each month, Wrestlenomics Radio is free for everyone. Wrestlenomics Radio is available every week exclusively for subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics.======Brandon Thurston on the latest news in wrestling business:The DeVincification of WWE at Wrestlemania 40Wrestlemania attendance and gatePaul Levesque's press conference commentsROH Supercard of Honor and press conferenceAll In footage presumably of CM Punk and Jack Perry advertised for DynamiteMost matches during Wrestlemania week======

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Ann Callis, who represents Janel Grant in her lawsuit against Vince McMahon, WWE, and John Laurinaitis.We'll discuss the business of WrestleMania week, plus we'll be joined by ACTION Wrestling promoter Matt Griffin to discuss the upcoming DEAN~!!! event, in tribute to Dean Rasmussen.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/RSl1dj-h7JURELATED:Tickets: ACTION Wrestling DEAN~!!Stream DEAN~!! on IWTVMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben Tramer”POST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio2532/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://re

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss their report on WWE’s Consensual Relationship Policy and welcome guests CJ Donald and Brad Balukjian to the show.Corporate attorney CJ Donald discusses the WWE’s policy, which Pollock & Thurston reported this week, and other aspects of the case involving Janel Grant against Vince McMahon, John Laurinaitis, and WWE. Author Brad Balukjian stops by to speak about his new book The Six Pack: On the Open Road in Search of WrestleMania and his extensive research including many new facts about the WWF’s national expansion era.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NyTt_TN43mgFirst Look at WWE’s Consensual Relationship Policy Established in 2023:https://www.postwrestling.com/2024/03/26/first-look-at-wwes-consensual-relationship-policy-established-in-2023/Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the legal questions surrounding the lawsuit against Vince McMahon, John Laurinaitis & WWE.What are the responsibilities of corporate officers in this scenario? Can a relationship with such a power discrepancy ever be considered consensual? We speak with Todd Martin of PWTorch about the legal aspects of this case and assess the corporate environment of WWE as outlined in Janel Grant’s suit and what stands out.Then, we’re joined by Erik Magraken to discuss the news that both UFC antitrust lawsuits have been settled for $335 million.Plus: WWE’s business going into WrestleMania 40 including nine consecutive TV sellouts, Tony Khan announces a sellout in Toronto, Bellator MMA to stream on Max, Brandon Thurston’s AEW Q4 report & more.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/v7LeiuFh2mMWARNING: THIS PROGRAM MAY CONTAIN DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT.Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben Tramer0:00 UFC antitrust lawsuits settled7:14 WWE Corporate Officers’ awareness

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Tim Marchman to discuss their report for Front Office Sports on the identities of the WWE corporate officers in the Janel Grant lawsuit.The three discuss their reporting, the identities, filling in the blanks in Grant’s lawsuit, and the remaining questions as this story continues. Plus: WWE SummerSlam location, PRIME mat sponsorship, AEW Big Business in Boston, and Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul on Netflix.WARNING: THIS PROGRAM MAY CONTAIN DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT.VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBDEuQYURHwREAD/WATCH::-WWE President Nick Khan, COO Brad Blum Revealed as Key Figures in Vince McMahon Sex-Trafficking Suit (Front Office Sports)- What the Grant lawsuit says about the WWE Corporate Officers, now that we know they are Nick Khan, Brad Blum, Stephanie McMahon, and Brian Nurse (Wrestlenomics)Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum:

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through the investigation records related to Ashley Massaro's claims of sexual assault, recently obtained via public records request from NCIS.They'll also discuss Vince McMahon's latest sale of TKO shares and COO Mark Shapiro's appearance at the Morgan Stanley media conference.WARNING: THIS PROGRAM MAY CONTAIN DETAILED DESCRIPTIONS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/aazeAIcbDOgREAD/WATCH:- Ashley Massaro NCIS file confirms inappropriate medical exam (Babyface v. Heel)- More than 3.5 million patients given pelvic exams without consent (NBC News)- TKO 10K filing to the SEC- Morgan Stanley Technology, Media & Telecom Conference Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrest

Brandon Thurston on the latest news in wrestling business:AEW Revolution business, press conferenceTKO earnings discloses additional Vince McMahon paymentsWWE v. Ken Paxton======VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/IRmdog8hArI ======✍️ http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston go through the fourth-quarter and year-end TKO earnings report, and welcome John Arezzi to the program.Pollock & Thurston go through Tuesday’s TKO earnings and the call with analysts with the key points from the report, the Netflix deal, the Vince McMahon & WWE scandal, a lawsuit settlement figure & more.Then, they welcome John Arezzi from the Pro Wrestling Spotlight show to reflect on his coverage of the WWF scandals from the early ‘90s, meeting Mel Phillips in 1974, and the comparisons to the ongoing issues surrounding WWE.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/1D1dfCy2EH4READ:- TKO Reports Full Year 2023 Results- Mat Memories: My Wild Life in Pro Wrestling, Country Music, and with the MetsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Inst

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston present a special edition of the show as they speak with former WWF wrestler Nick Kiniski about an allegation against a former officialKiniski speaks about his tenure with the company and speaks publicly for the first time about an alleged proposition made by a former official with the company. Kiniski recounts what was said to him, who he informed, and the circumstances behind leaving the company.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/_6OlPLIw978READ: Nick Kiniski Speaks Out on Proposition by WWF OfficialMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsSupport this podcast at

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston continue their coverage of allegations of sexual abuse in WWE, with new comments surrounding the ring boy scandal from the 1980s and Ashley Massaro's claims from the 2000s.Jesse Collings from the Gentleman’s Wrestling Podcast joins us to share his thoughts on the constant release of new details and people coming forward and how it is painting the culture at WWE.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/HuAqhjVoVhQWARNING: This show contains descriptions of sexual abuse involving a minorMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRMerch: https://store.postwrestling.comTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircl

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston continue their coverage of the allegations against WWE including new information on the Ashley Massaro case.Joining us is Tim Marchman of VICE News, who has been reporting on these stories and learned of an NCIS investigation into the Massaro case following her death in 2019. Plus: Bruce Prichard’s comments on the Janel Grant lawsuit, the latest on Scott D’Amore’s exit from TNA, the Super Bowl audience, TV ratings & more.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/XDJw-ST69ekReporting by Tim Marchman:- WWE Wrestler Ashley Massaro Accused Vince McMahon of Sexually Preying on Wrestlers - Despite Denials, WWE Management Knew Wrestler Said She Had Been Raped on Military Base- Co-Defendant in Vince McMahon Sex Trafficking Lawsuit Says He Was a Victim TooTo contact Tim Marchman:Are you a current or former female WWE wrestler with a story to tell, or wondering if there’s a point to speaking out? Contact reporters covering sex trafficking at tim.marchman@vice.com or anna.merlan@vice.

John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the Titan Gate scandal of the early ‘90s in the WWF who was involved, and what can be applied today.Joining us is David Bixenspan, who has reported on this story throughout the past decade for Business Insider and his extensive series on the story on Between the Sheets.They also discuss the latest on the Vince McMahon case, Disney working with Fox and WBD on a new streaming service & more.VIDEO VERSION: https://youtube.com/live/0UML_inb2lQAdditional resources:- Business Insider feature on the scandal by David Bixenspan- Babyface v. Heel article on videotape involving Mel Phillips- Sex, Lies, and the WWF by Phil Mushnick - San Diego Union-Tribute article by Jeff Savage- Phil Donahue Show- Now It Can Be Told with Geraldo Rivera- Vince McMahon on Larry King Live WARNING: This show contains descriptions of sexual assault including minors, trafficking, and trauma, and we encourage you to listen with caution. For information and resources related to this subject matter,

On the first Sunday of each month, Wrestlenomics Radio is free for everyone. Wrestlenomics Radio is available every week exclusively for subscribers at patreon.com/wrestlenomics.======The latest news on the lawsuit and federal investigation into allegations against Vince McMahon of sexual assault and sex trafficking.*Please note this program may contain descriptions of sexual assault*======