We did it! Happy triple digits to us! It's the 100th episode of the "What's Real?" podcast! Come celebrate this milestone episode with your boys. The show starts out as usual with some small talk and a "variety talk" segment. Topics include some pro wrestling, Cam & Ed live at the Steelers/Titans game, and then some talk reflecting on the WR? podcast journey so far. Next up is the regular NFL segment, even though the league itself is all over the place this week. Then it's time to party! In a very special segment, celebrating episode 100, we bring on some of our family and friends to join in on the fun. Meet "K Clo", "Runk", and The J's wife Katy and their kids Gianna and Jace. To close things out Cam, "The Wizard" himself, sits in on the 100th edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 Intro - The 100th Episode, Pro Wrestling, Cam and Ed at the Steelers Game, Reflecting on "What's Real?" Journey So Far 0:34:28 NFL Segment - Results, Fantasy Football, Steelers Breakdown, and What's Real Power Rankings 1:10:27 Meet "K Clo" 1:24:05 Meet "Runk" 1:40:00 Meet The J's Wife Katy and Their Kids Gianna and Jace 1:54:18 Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening For 100 Episodes!

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Episode 100: The Hondo

This episode is dedicated to our brother James Anthony Weisend. Holy cow! It's episode 99 of the "What's Real?" podcast! We have a pro wrestling heavy "Variety Hour" this week to start the show. This week the guys cover a RIP to Jimmy Rave, the end of an era and ROH "Final Battle", Hulk Hogan's historic 14 clean losses, the Young Bucks and sneakers, more Urban Myer controversy, and the latest additions to the "National Film Registry". Next on the show is the continued deep WR? coverage of the NFL (It's week's 14-15). Then, it's a very personal, special segment. Hey Ed and The J remember their close friend Jim Weisend. It's an emotional tribute to a true original. Then it's the WR?'s 3rd edition of "The Movies That Made US". It's a special holiday edition where the guys cover 2 Christmas classics! The show always closes with some laughs and "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: Pro Wrestling Talk, RIP to Jimmy Rave, ROH "Final Battle", Hulk Hogan's Historic 14 Clean Losses, the Young Bucks and Sneakers, More Urban Myer Controversy, and the Latest Additions to the "National Film Registry" 1:05:20 - NFL Segment: Weeks 14-15, Fantasy Football, Steelers, WR? Power Rankings, and Predictions 2:00:00 - Jim Weisend Tribute 2:28:12 - The Movies That Made US: A Christmas Carol & A Christmas Story 2:47:38 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening 

Episode 99: Jimmy Weez

Welcome back to the wild and crazy world of the "What's Real?" podcast! The countdown to our 100th episode continues with episode 98. This week, the opening "Variety Hour" segment covers Big Ben's retirement, Pickett's "fake slide", Lebron is a partial owner of the Pittsburgh Penguins, big-name Nike designers leaving the company, and a recent incident with Jeff Hardy. The "WR?" NFL coverage is up next covering weeks 13 and 14. Next up is a mainly spoiler-free review of the new Kevin Hart/Wesley Snipes-led, "Limited Series", "True Story" (from Netflix). The new "WR?" segment, "The Movies That Made US" is next on the slate. It's Hey Ed's week with his pick, "Taxi Driver"!  As we do here at "WR?", the show wraps up with the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: Big Ben Final Season, Pickket's "fake slide", Lebron / Pittsburgh Penguins Ownership, Nike Designers Leaving Company, and a Recent Jeff Hardy Incident. 0:37:04 - NFL Segment: Weekly Results, Steelers Talk, Fantasy Football, Predictions, and WR? Power Rankings 1:26:30 - Review: Netflix's "True Story" (2021) 1:44:09 - The Movies That Made US: Taxi Driver (1976) 2:11:10 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for listening!

Episode 98: Are You Talking To Me?

What is best in life? Listening to a Conan-centric episode of the "What's Real?" podcast. Welcome to episode 97. This week's "Variety Hour" covers some "small talk" between the guys, a RIP to legendary fashion icon Virgil Abloh, the NFL email scandal continues, some big college coaching news, Lebron James latest antics, additional inductee news to the GCW "Independent Wrestling Hall of Fame", and the CM Punk/MJF verbal joust from AEW. The WR? deep NFL coverage is next with the guy's covering weeks 12 into 13. Netflix's new western, "The Harder They Fall". The show rolls along with a brand new segment! It's "The Movies That Made US"! The premiere of the segment is "The J"'s choice, "Conan the Barbarian"! Listen in as "The J" explains why the 1982 John Milius/Oliver Stone/Arnold Schwarzenegger classic is a "movie that made HIM". Then, it's a brand new film review.  As is tradition, the show wraps up with the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoying responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: RIP Legendary Fashion Icon Virgil Abloh, NFL email scandal continues, College Football Coaching News, Lebron James Latest Antics, Additional Inductee News to the GCW "Independent Wrestling Hall of Fame", and the CM Punk/MJF Verbal Joust from AEW 0:53:34 - NFL Segment: Results, Predictions, Steeler Talk, Fantasy Football, and the WR? Power Rankings 1:45:46 - Movie Review: "The Harder They Fall" (2021) 2:01:00 - The Movies That Made US - "Conan the Barbarian" (1982) 2:34:14 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening!

Episode 97: The Riddle of Steel

Welcome back to a brand new edition of the "What's Real?" podcast! It's the 96th episode! "Variety Hour" this week covers more recent WWE releases, Ric Flair comments on AEW, GCW announces the "Indy Wrestling Hall of Fame", and the return of the USFL. Next up is the WR? deep coverage of the NFL with week's 11 and 12. The show rolls along with an in-depth review of Netflix's "Tiger King 2". Next on the slate is a review of WWE's "Survivor Series 2021"! As is tradition, the show wraps up with the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timstamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: WWE Releases, Ric Flair's Comments on AEW, GCW Announces "Indy Wrestling Hall of Fame", and the Return of the USFL 0:46:36 - NFL Segment: Weekly Wrap Up, Fantasy Football, Steelers Talk, Predictions, and What's Real? Power Rankings 1:35:42 - Review: Netflix's "Tiger King 2" 2:09:00 - Review: WWE's "Survivor Series 2021" 2:34:29 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for listening!

Episode 96: Starburst Nipple Shields

Take a trip on this week's podcasting odyssey with the "What's Real? Podcast"! It's 3+ hours of sports, movies, wrestling, and laughs! The "Variety Hour" covers the latest on former NFL coach Jon Gruden, the details of the Dolphins trade offer to Deshaun Watson, Keith Lee's healthcare payment controversy, and a preview of this coming weekend's PPV "WWE Survivor Series 2021". The WR? NFL segment is next on the slate followed by an in-depth review of "AEW Full Gear 2021". Next up is the latest Netflix series "The Movies That Made Us" review. It's "Robocop", "Aliens", and "Coming to America".  As always, the show wraps up with the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoying responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: NFL Coach Jon Gruden Lawsuit, Dolphins Trade Offer for Deshaun Watson, Keith Lee's Healthcare Payment Controversy, and a Preview of this Coming Weekend's PPV "WWE Survivor Series 2021" 0:45:18 - NFL Segment: Weekly Wrap Up, Steelers Coverage, Fantasy Football, and WR? Power Rankings 1:44:58 - Review: AEW Full Gear 2021 2:22:00 - The Movies That Made US: "Robocop", "Aliens", and "Coming to America" 2:57:56 - Goofs R Goofs

Episode 95: Gear Is Full

Welcome back to the "What's Real? Podcast"! It's another jam-packed show with the 94th episode. The "Variety Hour" this week covers a RIP to legendary actor Dean Stockwell, the latest on the controversy surrounding Aaron Rogers, another huge WWE release of talent, Jon Moxley, and the possibility of "Paid in Full 2". The WR? NFL segment is next covering weeks 9 and 10, Steelers, Fantasy, and the "WR? Power Rankings". The show rolls on with a preview of the next big AEW PPV, "Full Gear 2021". Then, it's a breakdown of the first 3 episodes of season 3 of the Netflix series "The Movies That Made Us". The "horror hangover" from last month covers "Halloween", "Friday the 13th", and "Nightmare on Elm Street". As is tradition, the show wraps with the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoying responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: RIP Actor Dean Stockwell, Aaron Rogers Controversy, Huge Release of WWE Talent, and Jon Moxley "Paid in Full 2" Possibilities 0:44:52 - NFL Segment: Weeks 9 and 10 Wrap Up, Steelers Coverage, Fantasy Football, and WR? Power Rankings 1:33:30 - Preview of AEW PPV "Full Gear 2021" 1:56:00 - Breakdown of "The Movies That Made Us" (First 3 Episodes) 2:12:23 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening! 

Episode 94: Sea Dragons

What's Real?! Welcome to episode 93! The WR? podcast returns with another weekly, brand new episode! This week's "Variety Hour" covers the tragic Henry Ruggs DUI incident, some World Series talk, the recently discovered "Martin" director's cut, some new film trailers, "Boondock Saints III" announced, and Nike joins the "Metaverse". The WR? NFL coverage is up next. The guy's cover week 8 results, Fantasy Football, Steelers/Brown breakdown, WR? Power Rankings, and week 9 predictions. The show rolls along with a review of the season finale of "Darkside of the Ring". It's a deep dive into the Vince Mcmahon/WWF steroid trials. Then it's a special look at the classic episode of "Phil Donahue" all about past WWF scandals. The show moves forward wrapping up the October celebration of all things horror. The guys go over the 31 days in full! As always the show wraps with the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoying responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Henry Ruggs Incident, World Series, "Martin" Director's Cut, New FIlm Trailers, "Boondock Saints III" Announced, and Nike Joins the "Metaverse" 0:46:58 - NFL Segment: Week 8 Results, Fantasy Football, Steelers/Browns, WR? Power Rankings, Week 9 Predictions 1:34:30 - "Darkside of the Ring": Vince Mcmahon/WWF Steriod Trials 2:06:53 - Phil Donahue Show: WWF Scandals 2:48:54 - WR? Halloween: A Look Back at the 31 Days! 3:07:59 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening! 

Episode 93: Steroid Trials

Welcome back! It's the 92nd episode of the "What's Real?" podcast. This week's opening "Variety Hour" segment covers the tragic incident involving actor Alec Baldwin, Mike Tomlin shutting down college coaching rumors, old footage of wrestler Edge and Bret Hart, and the controversy surrounding comedian Dave Chappelle continues. Next, it's the deep, exclusive coverage of the NFL from the WR? podcast. The breakdown of week 7 going into week 8 goes over last week's results, a preview of Steelers/Browns, Fantasy Football, WR? Week 8 "Power Rankings", and predictions. The show rolls on with "Darkside of the Ring". It's the wild world of XPW with "Extreme & Obscene: Rob Black's XPW" episode! The Halloween season continues on WR? This week it's the 2021 remake of Roger Corman's "Slumber Party Massacre", followed by the WR? "31 Days".  As always the show wraps with the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: Alec Baldwin Incident, Mike Tomlin Coaching Rumors, Old Footage of Wrestlers Bret Hart and Edge, and the  Dave Chappelle Controversy 1:01:50 - NFL Segment: Last Week's Results, Preview of Steelers/Browns, Fantasy Football, and the WR? Power Rankings and Predictions 1:41:00 - Darkside of the Ring: "Extreme & Obscene: Rob Black's XPW" 2:01:30 - WR Halloween: "Slumber Party Massacre" (2021) 2:25:22 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for listening!

Episode 92: Slumber Party Massacre

Hey everyone, welcome back to the podcasting world of "What's Real?"! It's episode 91. This week's opening is much shorter than normal as this week's segments are packed to the gills. The only opening topic covers Japanese pro wrestler Okada breaking pro wrestling journalist Dave Melter's five-star match record. Then the jam-packed segments begin. First up is the deep NFL coverage of WR? As always, the guys go over the previous week's results, Fantasy Football, Steelers/Seahawks breakdown, WR? Power Rankings, and predictions for this week's games. Next on the show is a review of "Darkside of the Ring". It's the life and career of the unique Luna Vachon! The WR? Halloween shenanigans continue this week. It's a supersized edition with the wrap-up of the 40th Anniversary Elvira special. It's a "Double Feature" of "City of the Dead" and "Messiah of Evil". Then it's a brand new film review! Michael Myers is back in "Halloween Kills". Hear what the guy's thought about the latest installment of the classic horror franchise. Then it's the weekly edition of "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 Intro - Japanese Pro Wrestler Okada Breaking Pro Wrestling Journalist Dave Melter's Five-star Match Record 0:12:57 NFL Segment: This Week's Results, Fantasy Football, Steelers/Seahawks Breakdown, WR? Power Rankings, and Predictions 1:02:32 Darkside of the Ring: Luna Vachon 1:26:09 What's Real Halloween Movies: "City of the Dead" (1960) and "Messiah of Evil" (1973) 1:41:17 Film Review: "Halloween Kills" (2021) 2:09:40 Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening!

Episode 91: Halloween Kills

What's Real, everybody?! The podcast hits 90 episodes! Episode 90 is another jam packed edition! Join Hey Ed, The J, and the Wiz for another fun filled, entertaining ride! The opening "variety hour" segment this week covers Jon Gruden's resignation, people spreading ashes on Heinz Field, former NBA players arrested in a health care scandal, Forbes 500 list, and The J attends the Joe Rogan show in Pittsburgh. The WR? NFL coverage segment is up next. It's the traditional line up of week 5's results, fantasy football, Steelers/Broncos, WR? Power Rankings, and predictions for week 6. Next up, a review of the latest "Darkside of the Ring". Season 3 continues with "Bikers, Bombs, and Bedlam: Johnny K9". The WR? Halloween shenanigans keep the show rolling along. It's the return of Joe Bob, Darcy, and The Last Drive In. The guy's cover the new Halloween special: the Halloween Hoedown. It's a "Double Feature" of "Angel" and "Terror Train". Plus, the guy's continue breaking down how their "31 Days" viewing is going. Then it's the traditional WR? comedy segment,  "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: Jon Gruden, Ashes at Heinz Field, Fromer NBA players' Health Care Scandal, The J Attends Joe Rogan in Pittsburgh 0:38:20 - NFL Segment: Week 5's results, Fantasy football, Steelers/Broncos, WR? Power Rankings, and Predictions for Week 6 1:30:27 - Dark Side of the Ring: "Bikers, Bombs, and Bedlam: Johnny K9" 1:47:24 - Last Drive-In: Angel (1984) and Terror Train (1980) 2:23:19 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening!

Episode 90: Halloween Hoedown

"What's Real?" everyone, welcome to episode 89 of WR?! The Halloween season is in full swing! This week's "Variety Hour" includes Scarlett Johansson settling with Disney, the original writer wins "Friday the 13th" legal battle, and some pro wrestling talk with AEW. Next up is the extensive WR? coverage of the NFL. As always the guys cover the previous week's results, fantasy football, Pittsburgh Steelers coverage, WR? Power Rankings, and the upcoming week's game predictions. The latest "Darkside of the Ring" episode is next on the slate. It's the story of the Japanese promotion from the 1990s, FMW, "Blood and Wire-Onita's FMW"! Halloween and horror are next on the show! It's the 40th anniversary as a horror host of the legendary Elvira. This review covers the Shudder special "Elvira's Very Scary, Very Special, Special". Part one is a double feature of 1988's "Elvira Mistress of the Dark" and 1959's "House on Haunted Hill (Starring the lend himself, Vincent Price). Then it's the traditional WR? closing segment,  "Goofs R' Goofs"! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: Scarlett Johansson vs Disney Lawsuit, "Friday the 13th" Original Writer Wins Legal Battle,  AEW Pro Wrestling Talk 49:28 - NFL Segment: This Week's Results, Fantasy Football, Pittsburgh Steelers Coverage, WR Power Rankings and Predictions for Next Week 1:08:50 - Darkside of the Ring: "Blood and Wire-Onita's FMW" 1:31:39 - WR Halloween: "Elvira Mistress of the Dark" (1988) and "House on Haunted Hill"(1959) 2:24:17 - Goofs R Goofs! Thanks for Listening!

Episode 89: Mistress of the Dark

Welcome back one and all to the "What's Real?" podcast! Join the gang, Hey Ed, The J, and The Wiz, for another entertaining podcasting ride! This week's "Variety Hour" covers the fallout from the "Plane Ride From Hell" episode of "Darkside of the Ring", The J's latest update on playing some more Madden 22 on PS5, and then some Sneakerhead and fashion talk. Next on the show is a review of the most recent episode of "Darkside of the Ring". It's an episode on the life and career of Chris Kanyon, "The Double Life of Chris Kanyon"! Extensive coverage of the NFL, as only the "WR? podcast" can provide, is next up. It's the week 3 breakdown including results, fantasy football, Steelers coverage, WR? "Power Rankings, and a week 4 preview. The "31 Days of Halloween" extravaganza begins! The month of horror kicks off with a brand new flick. It's a review of James Wan's "Malignant". A big pro wrestling segment keeps the show moving along. This episode covers a review of "WWE Extreme Rules 2021" and the results from last week's 2 big AEW TV shows!  As always, "Goofs R' Goofs" closes out the show! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: Fallout from "Plane Ride From Hell" episode of "Darkside of the Ring", New Madden 22 Impressions, Sneakerhead and Fashion Talk 0:37:45 - Darkside of the Ring: "The Double Life of Chris Kanyon" 0:53:41 - NFL Coverage: Results, Fantasy Football, Steelers review 1:17:51 -  WR? Power Rankings 1:40:00 - 31 Days of Halloween: "Malignant" (2021) 1:51:21 - Review: "WWE Extreme Rules 2021" 2:23:00 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for listening!

Episode 88: Who's Better

The "What's Real?" podcast is back with an EPIC 3 hour plus podcasting extravaganza! The "Variety Hour" opening segment returns this week covering a RIP to actor/comedian AJ Johnson, a recent John Cena merchandise debacle, Kobe Bryant's connection to the "Halloween" theme, and then some big upcoming wrestling event previews with WWE Extreme Rules 2021 and AEW Grand Slam. Next on the show is a deep dive into the controversial latest episode of "Darkside of the Ring". It's the "Plane Ride From Hell"! The show continues with the WR? coverage of the NFL. It's back to back segments including a week two breakdown, Fantasy Football, the WR? Power Rankings, and predictions for week three. Then, before a hiatus, "Thursday Night Prime" explodes one more time! It's the 1989 karate classic, "Best of the Best". Traditionally, "Goofs R' Goofs" closes out the show! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: RIP actor and comedian AJ Johnson, Kobe's connection to the "Halloween" theme, and wrestling previews including WWE Extreme Rules 2021 and AEW Grand Slam 0:53:03 - Darkside of the Ring - "Plane Ride from Hell" Review 1:45:50 - NFL Segment Week 2 Breakdown and Fantasy Breakdown 2:21:47 - NFL WR Power Rankings and Week 3 Predictions 2:44:31 - Thursday Night Prime "Best of the Best" (1989) 3:00:40 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for listening! 

Episode 87: The Plane Ride From Hell

It's a new week and a brand spanking new edition of the "What's Real?" podcast! Welcome one and all to episode 86! Live from "The Bunker"! This week, due to some unforeseen circumstances, the usual "Variety Hour" is cut short. However, the guys have time to pay tribute to the late, great comedian Norm McDonald. Next up is two super-sized NFL Week ONE segments! Part one covers a breakdown of week one's results, Fantasy Football, and the Steelers/Bills game. Part two covers the WR? "Power Rankings" and NFL week two predictions. The most explosive segment in podcasting is up next! Chuck Norris returns in "Missing in Action 2: The Beginning".  As always, "Goofs R' Goofs" takes the show home! Thanks for listening and enjoy responsibly. PRESENTED BY churchillpictures.com Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro: Tribute to Norm Macdonald 0:11:50 - NFL Week 1 Breakdown: Fantasy Football, Steelers/Bills, Results of Week 1 Around the League 1:00:00 - What's Real NFL Power Rankings Week 1 1:22:45 - Thursday Night Prime: Chuck Norris in "Missing in Action 2: The Beginning" (1985) 1:40:10 - Goofs R Goofs Thanks for Listening!

Episode 86: The Bunker

Join podcaster's Ed Demko and Jared Bajoras as they take listener's on a trip into "their world". Tackling whatever issues and topics are of interest to them, each episode is different from the next! Ed and Jared are experts in pop culture and will discuss everything from films, sports, video games, pro wrestling, current hot topics, personal stories, and so much more! Take a listen and find out what the "What's Real?" podcast is all about! (Produced by Cam Haldeman)

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