Join Eric on this action-packed episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast as he previews an exciting Friday Night Smackdown before WWE Bad Blood! Naomi faces Tiffany Stratton, AJ Styles makes his epic return, and The Bloodline, DIY, and Street Profits clash in a thrilling ladder match for the WWE Tag Team Championships. Eric also reviews Thursday Night Wrestling, featuring highlights from ROH and a special “Best of Bound for Glory” on TNA Impact. Don’t miss Eric’s WWE Bad Blood predictions, including CM Punk vs. Drew McIntyre inside Hell in a Cell. Plus, we break down the speculation on Shane McMahon potentially joining AEW and cover the latest wrestling news from AEW canceling Rampage to Daniel Garcia’s WWE rumors!

Segment 1: Get ready for an action-packed WWE Smackdown preview on this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast! Eric breaks down all the major matchups ahead of WWE Bad Blood, including Tiffany Stratton facing Naomi, the return of AJ Styles to the WWE ring, and a fierce dumpster match between Chelsea Green and Michin. The main event promises high-flying excitement as The Bloodline, DIY, and the Street Profits collide in a thrilling ladder match for the WWE Tag Team Championships. Will AJ Styles shake things up on Smackdown? Who will walk out as tag champs? Join Eric as he analyzes the stakes and provides key insights ahead of this must-see Smackdown episode. 

Segment 2: TNA Impact presents a special "Best of Bound for Glory" episode, showcasing iconic moments like Mike Bailey vs. Frankie Kazarian for the X-Division Championship, Moose's 2021 Call Your Shot Gauntlet win, and Jordynne Grace vs. Masha Slamovich for the Knockouts Championship. Plus, Tom Hannifan previews the upcoming Bound for Glory showdown between Nic Nemeth and Joe Hendry. Over in Ring of Honor (ROH), Dustin Rhodes teams with the Von Erichs to defeat the Premier Athletes, Nyla Rose takes on Katie Arquette, The Outrunners battle The Infantry, and Mark Briscoe retains his ROH World Championship against Matt Taven. 

Segment 3: Get ready for WWE Bad Blood with Eric Rodriguez on this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast! Eric breaks down all the biggest matches and makes bold predictions for this highly anticipated premium live event. Will CM Punk or Drew McIntyre walk out of Hell in a Cell victorious? Can Bayley reclaim her WWE Women’s Championship, or will she fall short? Plus, can Cody Rhodes trust Roman Reigns as tensions rise within The Bloodline? Eric dives into all the drama, rivalries, and potential surprises heading into WWE Bad Blood. 

Segment 4: Join Eric on this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast as he dives into the hot topic of Shane McMahon potentially joining AEW! Fans have been buzzing about the possibility of Shane McMahon, son of former WWE chairman Vince McMahon, making the jump to Tony Khan's wrestling promotion. Eric breaks down all the clues AEW has been dropping, fueling the speculation. Is this just a rumor, or could Shane really be "All Elite"? Eric takes a deep dive into the evidence, explores what this move could mean for AEW and WWE, and shares his thoughts on the impact Shane could have on the wrestling landscape. 

Segment 5: Join Eric on this episode of the GSMC Wrestling Laureate Podcast for a full breakdown of the latest news shaking up the world of professional wrestling! In this Wrestling News Round-Up, Eric covers AEW’s decision to cancel Rampage and replace it with a new show titled “Shockwave.” What can fans expect from AEW's latest addition to its programming? Plus, rumors are swirling about Daniel Garcia potentially making a major jump to WWE—Eric dives into the speculation and what it could mean for both promotions. From backstage drama to match announcements and everything in between, this episode delivers all the need-to-know updates. 

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