

Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast
Getting Over: Wrestling Podcast, Adam Silverstein
Award-winning analysis of pro wrestling with breakdowns of WWE, NXT, AEW and beyond. Plus, instant analysis of pay-per-views, news coverage and major interviews. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini pull back the curtain addressing the hottest topics and most controversial developments while putting the highs and lows of sports entertainment in context every week.
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Jan 21, 2026 • 57min
WWE: AJ Styles sets Royal Rumble retirement? Drew McIntyre, Finn Balor flex in Europe
AJ Styles put his retirement into question as Drew McIntyre celebrated and Finn Balor competed in Europe -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein in The Main Event [7:45] tackles what's ahead for Cody Rhodes and Jacob Fatu in pursuit the WWE Championship along with GUNTHER's stipulation to rematch at the Royal Rumble and what it may mean for the end of Styles' career. "The Silver King" then dives into The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [21:40], covering CM Punk and Becky Lynch retaining their titles, IYO SKY and Rhea Ripley leading nine declarations, Adam Pearce delivering in his role, Trick Williams continuing to stand out, Je'Von Evans avoiding injury, Carmelo Hayes putting on a banger with Leon Slater and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 16, 2026 • 57min
NXT: New era begins, Jaida Parker returns | AEW: Bandido stars vs. MJF | TNA debuts on AMC
WWE's NXT started a new era, AEW tried to find its footing, and TNA Wrestling debuted on AMC -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down! Host Adam Silverstein tackles the latest from all three brands: NXT [7:50] featuring a meaty Keanu Carver debut, exciting Jaida Parker return and confusing Tony D'Angelo storyline; AEW [32:30] placing MJF vs. Bandido in a banger main event as Kenny Omega returned with an eye on the AEW title; TNA [46:05] starting "Thursday Night Impact" with a thud as Mike Santana won back his title, Sonya Deville and Cora Jade debuted, and not much changed despite the brand's new home. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 13, 2026 • 2h 25min
WWE: Drew McIntyre wins WWE title, Jacob Fatu returns, Bron Breakker snaps, GUNTHER taps
Drew McIntyre prevailed over Cody Rhodes as new WWE Champion, throwing WrestleMania season into chaos -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini hit the latest WWE news [10:05] before The Main Event [16:10] tackles Jacob Fatu returning in 3 Stages of Hell, Sami Zayn's proclamation and what to expect at the Royal Rumble. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then dive into The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:11:00], covering GUNTHER tapping out to AJ Styles, Finn Balor fighting CM Punk, Bron Breakker snapping on Adam Pearce, Liv Morgan & Roxanne Perez challenging IYO SKY & Rhea Ripley, Raquel Rodriguez attacking Stephanie Vaquer, Trick Williams and Je'Von Evans' debuts, plus much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 13, 2026 • 1h 59min
2025 Getting Over Awards: The Meatys honor wrestling's best from WWE, AEW, beyond
The 2025 Getting Over Awards honor the best of the best (and worst of the worst) -- pulling no punches as The Meatys are handed out to the top wrestlers, matches, storylines, feuds, moments and events that dominated the squared circle in 2025. Host Adam Silverstein, co-host Chris Vannini and our listeners, the Getting Over-heads, highlight WWE, NXT, AEW and beyond across the last 12 months. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" discuss John Cena's final year as a professional wrestler, Paul Heyman turning on Roman Reigns and CM Punk to join Seth Rollins, IYO SKY and Mercedes Mone leading the growth of women's wrestling, Naomi's memorable heel turn, Will Ospreay's success between the ropes, Jey Uso becoming world heavyweight champion and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 10, 2026 • 41min
Hiroshi Tanahashi retires with NJPW | AEW: MJF vs. Bandido heats up, Toni Storm cools off
Hiroshi Tanahashi ended his in-ring career, while AEW kicked off 2026 -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein tackles Ace's retirement ceremony and Yota Tsuji defeating Konosuke Takeshita at NJPW WrestleKingdom 20 [2:55] before diving into AEW moving forward with MJF as champion [18:20] and Bandido getting elevated. "The Silver King" also covers the end of the Bullet Club, Andrade El Idolo returning to a still-expanding Don Callis Family, Hangman Page and Swerve Strickland teaming up, what's ahead for Jon Moxley and the Death Riders, Toni Storm and Marina Shafir frustrating, Mercedes Mone struggling to sell her championship crash out and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 7, 2026 • 51min
WWE raids NXT roster as New Year’s Evil begins new era with Oba Femi, Je’Von Evans exiting
NXT New Year's Evil 2026 featured a variety of unexpected twists and turns -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein tackles a WWE raid of its developmental territory with Oba Femi, Je'Von Evans and Jordynne Grace joining Lash Legend as call ups for Monday Night Raw and SmackDown, leaving NXT to pick up the pieces. Might Blake Monroe, Jacy Jayne, Fallon Henley and Ethan Page be following suit? "The Silver King" also dives into Ricky Saints moving firmly into the main event, Tony D'Angelo and Sol Ruca waiting in the wings, Tatum Paxley winning her feud only to see Izzi Dame grab the North American Championship and much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 6, 2026 • 2h 25min
WWE: Drew McIntyre eyes hell for Cody Rhodes, CM Punk edges Bron Breakker, GUNTHER fades
WWE kicked off 2026 with a bang -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open by hitting the latest news and one year of Raw on Netflix [3:20] before The Main Event [39:10] tackles Drew McIntyre raising Cody Rhodes' ire, CM Punk edging Bron Breakker and what's planned for the Royal Rumble and WrestleMania. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then dive into The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [1:04:30], covering GUNTHER's steep decline, AJ Styles' challenge, IYO SKY & Rhea Ripley winning gold, Becky Lynch reclaiming her strap, Raquel Rodriguez attacking Stephanie Vaquer with Liv Morgan waiting, Sami Zayn setting a goal, the signings of Trick Williams and Je'Von Evans, Matt Cardona "debuting" and more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 2, 2026 • 2h 19min
2025 Year in Review: WWE sets records, John Cena retires, Seth Rollins & Jey Uso elevate
Another memorable 12 months of professional wrestling has concluded -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down with a special 2025 Year in Review! Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini tackle 2025 on a near-daily basis, focusing on WWE's massive changes under TKO and John Cena's controversial retirement run. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" dive into The Rock's absence, Seth Rollins' elevation to the top, IYO SKY being placed on a mantle, AJ Lee returning, Stephanie Vaquer emerging, Hulk Hogan dying, Goldberg retiring, GUNTHER getting platformed and AEW finding its footing again in a bounce-back year. The guys also recount their predictions and resolutions from 2025 before making new ones for 2026. A must-listen as the calendar turns. Follow Getting Over on Twitter (@GettingOverCast) & Bluesky (@GettingOver).EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Jan 1, 2026 • 30min
NXT: Plans for Oba Femi, Je'Von Evans in 2026 | AEW: MJF crows, Willow Nightingale crowned
NXT set up for New Year's Evil as AEW tried to capitalize on Worlds End with New Year's Smash -- and Getting Over is here to tackle it all! Host Adam Silverstein breaks down the latest from both brands: WWE NXT [2:30] featuring Oba Femi and Je'Von Evans having their attention split, Wren Sinclair getting real run against Jacy Jayne and Blake Monroe preparing to regain her title from Thea Hail; AEW [17:00] focusing on challengers for MJF's second championship reign, Willow Nightingale overcoming Mercedes Mone and Jon Moxley being stuck in limbo. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

Dec 30, 2025 • 2h 6min
WWE: Drew McIntyre raises stakes with Cody Rhodes as The Usos, Carmelo Hayes win gold
WWE ended 2025 with two major title changes and the stage set for an intriguing 2026 -- and Getting Over is here to break it all down. Host Adam Silverstein and co-host Chris Vannini open with The Main Event [18:10] covering Drew McIntyre's Three Stages of Hell challenge to Cody Rhodes, CM Punk and Bron Breakker going face to face and Austin Theory's introduction to The Vision. "The Silver King" and "Vintage" then tackle The Good, The Bad and The Ugly [52:25], including The Usos and Carmelo Hayes winning championships, GUNTHER taking a step down from his peak, Finn Balor possibly rebounding into the top of the card, Becky Lynch putting over Maxxine Dupri, what to expect in Kabuki Warriors vs. IYO SKY & Rhea Ripley, plus much more. Follow Getting Over on Twitter, Bluesky & YouTube @GettingOverCast.EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/GETTINGOVER | Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!


