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Jun 2022
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Cheap Heat | The Sasha Banks of It All, ...

The Ringer
About this episode

The newly engaged Rosenberg is joined by SGG and Dip to talk about all sorts of news in the world of professional wrestling. On today’s episode, the guys discuss the ongoing investigation into Vince McMahon (11:38) and Sasha Banks’s tenuous future with WWE and whether AEW should try to go after her (22:18). The guys also talk about the death of referee Tim White, Randy Orton’s injury and its impact on his future, and more.

Are YOU going to be in Las Vegas next weekend? If so, join the guys for the Cheap Heat/Wrestling 4 Sale “Beers and Schmears,” which will include a live podcast, vintage wrestling gear, bagels, beers, and all sorts of schmears. They’ll be there from noon to 3 p.m. PT at Tailgate Social.

Hosts: Peter Rosenberg, Stat Guy Greg, Dip

Producer: Troy Farkas

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