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The North-South Connection: A Network for Pro Wrestling Fans Welcome to The North-South Connection, a dedicated pro wrestling podcast network delivering weekly shows that dig deep into wrestling history, iconic matches, classic pay-per-views, and spirited debate across all eras of WWE, ECW, WCW and more. Whether you’re a fan of retrospectives, ranking debates, season breakdowns, or match-by-match analysis, we’ve got a show for you. Across multiple series — including No Holds Barred, Wrestling War Zone, Extreme Three Way Dance, Shooting Sharp, NoSo Countdown, Jeff Learns Wrestling, and others — hosts like JT, Aaron, Mike, Ryan, and guest contributors explore: Historical match ra...

Episodes(40 episodes)

NoSo Post Show LIVE: WWE Night of Champions 2026 Review & Instant Reactions

Ryan Gray is joined LIVE by Richie Mars & Seth immediately following WWE Night of Champions 2026 to break down everything that happened in Riyadh! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOG9k9z33QA From championship matches and tournament finals to shocking moments, surprise appearances, match grades, and the biggest stories coming out of the Premium Live Event, Ryan and Richie give their instant reactions while looking ahead to SummerSlam. Join the live chat replay as they discuss: Every match and championship result King & Queen of the Ring fa...

Published: Jun 27, 2026Duration: 1h 40m 52s

No Holds Barred #175: Ranking the Greatest WWE June PPV Matches of All Time

Welcome to No Holds Barred, where Aaron and JT take an unfiltered look at wrestling, pop culture, and beyond—with no restrictions and no shortcuts. In Episode 175, Aaron and JT continue their massive ongoing project to rank the greatest WWE pay-per-view matches in history—one month at a time. This installment turns the spotlight on June, a month packed with legendary championship clashes, unforgettable rivalries, and some of the most influential matches WWE has ever produced. From classic King of the Ring encounters to show-stealing bouts from Vengeance, Capitol Punishment, and beyond, the guys break down...

Published: Jun 26, 2026Duration: 1h 32m 5s

WWE Night of Champions 2026 Preview

It’s WWE Night of Champions season, and a rotation of fellow wrestling fans joins Ryan Gray to preview every match on the card! Ryan and Richie Mars preview Tiffany Stratton vs Trick Williams for the Women's United States Championship at Night of Champions. Ryan and John Arsenio D'Amato preview Trick Williams vs Ricky Saints for the United States Championship at Night of Champions. Ryan and Seth preview Oba Femi vs Jey Uso for the King on the Ring at Night of Champions. Ryan and Kathy preview Iyo Sky vs Liv Mo...

Published: Jun 23, 2026Duration: 2h 1m 25s

ChroNoSo #70 –Madison Square Garden July 1, 1991 & Much More!

It’s… ChroNoSo! The North-South Connection Podcast Network takes you down memory lane each month by exploring one match from WWE history. This month on ChroNoSo, the crew dives into the rest of June 1991 & Madison Square Garden, July 1, 1991. They cover the matches, as well as segments from Superstar, Wrestling Challenge & PrimeTime Wrestling.

Published: Jun 20, 2026Duration: 1h 3m 25s

Ruthless #20: WWE Armageddon 2003 Review | Evolution’s Big Night & Tag Team Turmoil

It’s time for Armageddon 2003! On this episode of Ruthless, Matt Ferrell is joined by Logan Crosland of the Backbone Wrestling Network to break down WWE Armageddon 2003 from top to bottom. The guys dive into Evolution’s dominant night, the headline storylines coming out of the event, and how the results reshape the WWE landscape heading into 2004. They also discuss the infamous Tag Team Turmoil match, a wild battle of the sexes, and all the key moments—both great and painful—that defined this chaotic PPV. From main event implications to undercard madness, Matt and...

Published: Jun 19, 2026Duration: 1h 33m 1s

Shooting Sharp #60 - Kings, Queens, and the Owen

Welcome to Episode #60 of Shooting Sharp - Kings, Queens, and the Owen Mike opens the show running through the last week of action in WWE, as the roster is back for a quick week and a half in the US before venturing back to Europe and Riyadh. Mike then recaps AEW as the Owen Hart Foundation Tournament is getting to the finish line on the road to Forbidden Door Then we run through an early preview of the last weekend of June, where all 4 major brands have PPV/PLE over a 30 hour span. <br...

Published: Jun 16, 2026Duration: 41m 54s

Wrestling War Zone #160 - WWF One Night Only 1997 Review | Shawn Michaels Shocks Great Britain

The Monday Night Wars journey continues as Wrestling War Zone heads overseas for one of the most controversial WWF events of the 1990s. On episode 160, JT & Chad break down WWF One Night Only, the United Kingdom-exclusive pay-per-view from September 20, 1997. In the main event, Shawn Michaels challenges The British Bulldog for the European Championship in front of a passionate hometown crowd that expected to witness Bulldog's crowning moment. Instead, the WWF delivers one of the most debated booking decisions of the era, creating a memorable and emotional conclusion that would have lasting ramifications for the Hart Foundation and...

Published: Jun 15, 2026Duration: 1h 40m 30s

ChroNoSo 1984 #4: Slaughter is turning Face, MSG & Philly Spectrum (February 1984)

It’s ChroNoSo 1984! The North-South Connection Podcast Network takes you down memory lane each month by exploring moments from WWE history. The crew digs into the later days of February 1984. Along the way, they break down matches and memorable segments from Championship Wrestling, Philly Spectrum, and the legendary shows from Madison Square Garden. Join us as we set the stage for a pivotal year in wrestling history and examine the landscape of the WWF as it begins its march toward the Golden Era.

Published: Jun 14, 2026Duration: 1h 16m 30s

NoSo Draft: Build a King of the Ring

The NoSo Draft returns as the crew steps into royal territory to build the ultimate King of the Ring! Ryan Gray and JT Rozzero, welcome Marcus Fuller & PrimeTime Kevin E to draft everything needed to create the perfect King of the Ring tournament: the participants, dream matchups, surprise upsets, breakout performances, showdown, and the wrestler who will ultimately wear the crown Who builds the best bracket? Who books the best coronation? And who truly deserves the crown? Vote: https://rankwrestling.com/podcasts/noso-draft/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/6oh...

Published: Jun 13, 2026Duration: 53m 32s

No Holds Barred #174: Rebooking WWF 1992 | King of the Ring 1992

JT & Aaron continue their ambitious WWF rebooking project as they move through May and June 1992 on the road to a brand new WWF PPV: King of the Ring. With WrestleMania VIII now in the rearview mirror, the WWF landscape is rapidly changing. New contenders are rising, established stars are fighting to stay relevant, and major creative decisions are already reshaping the future of the company. In this episode, the guys rebuild the key storylines, feuds and television developments leading into King of the Ring 1992 while exploring how different booking choices could have altered the direction...

Published: Jun 12, 2026Duration: 50m 27s

WWE RAW or SMACKDOWN TBD Sampler: Charlotte Flair, Dolph Ziggler & Randy Orton Draft Debate | Ryan Gray, Richie Mars & Guests

Welcome to WWE RAW or SMACKDOWN TBD, the podcast where Ryan Gray, Richie Mars, and special guests determine whether WWE's biggest stars are a better fit for Raw or SmackDown. In this special sampler episode, we revisit three standout debates featuring some of WWE's most accomplished superstars: Charlotte Flair with special guest Ibou Dolph Ziggler with special guest Marcus Randy Orton with special guest MJ Which brand maximizes Charlotte Flair's star power? Was Dolph Ziggler always destined to be a Raw workhorse or a SmackDown centerpiece? And where does "The Viper" Randy Orton truly belong?<...

Published: Jun 11, 2026Duration: 49m 59s

Shooting Sharp #59 - Tournament Season

Welcome to Episode #59 of Shooting Sharp - Tournament Season Mike opens the show running through the last week of action in AEW and gives a full run down of what is left in the Owen Hart Tournament, where the Winners get title shots at All In in August. Mike then recaps WWE Smackdown and Raw while giving his thoughts on the King and Queen of the Ring, where the Winners get title shots at Summerslam in August. Then we run through the week ahead in Pro Wrestling Check out the Shooting S...

Published: Jun 9, 2026Duration: 48m 10s

The 25 Best WWE Matches of 2003 Ranked | Ryan Gray's NoSo Countdown

YouTube Version: https://youtu.be/JeV4iyVMlcA Ryan Gray fires up another edition of NoSo Countdown as he ranks his favorite WWE matches from one of the most fascinating years in company history: 2003. From the rise of Brock Lesnar and the dominance of Kurt Angle to the unforgettable performances of Shawn Michaels, Chris Benoit, Eddie Guerrero, Triple H, and more, Ryan counts down the matches that defined WWE during the Ruthless Aggression Era. Which bouts stand the test of time? Which hidden gems deserve more love? And what match claims the #1 spot as...

Published: Jun 7, 2026Duration: 56m 16s

ChroNoSo #69 – Comedian Marcus Monroe - PrimeTime Wrestling June 1991

It’s… ChroNoSo! The North-South Connection Podcast Network takes you down memory lane each month by exploring one match from WWE history. This month on ChroNoSo, the crew dives into early June 1991. They cover the matches, as well as segments from Superstar, Wrestling Challenge & PrimeTime Wrestling.

Published: Jun 6, 2026Duration: 1h 33m 59s

Ruthless #19: Final Stop Before Armageddon! | WWE Raw 12/8/03 & SmackDown 12/11/03

The road to Armageddon reaches its final stop! On this episode of Ruthless, Matt Ferrell and Nick break down WWE Monday Night Raw (December 8, 2003) and WWE SmackDown (December 11, 2003) as WWE puts the finishing touches on its final pay-per-view of the year. The guys dive into the last major storyline developments, key promos, and match build that define the WWEArmageddon 2003 card, analyzing who has momentum—and who doesn’t—heading into the event. From main event hype to undercard chaos, Matt and Nick break down everything that worked (and didn’t) across both brands during t...

Published: Jun 5, 2026Duration: 1h 48m 59s

Wrestling War Zone #159 - WWF Raw is War vs WCW Nitro (9/15/97) Review | Austin, nWo & Attitude Era Momentum

The Monday Night Wars continue to escalate as Wrestling War Zone returns with JT & Chad breaking down WCW Monday Nitro and WWF Raw is War from September 15, 1997. WCW rolls forward following Fall Brawl as the nWo’s grip on the company remains stronger than ever, while tensions continue to build between the black-and-white faction and WCW loyalists. With the fallout from Curt Hennig’s betrayal of the Four Horsemen still fresh, Nitro pushes deeper into the chaos that defined WCW’s unforgettable 1997 run. JT & Chad analyze the major storyline developments, key promos, and the continued strength of WCW’s...

Published: Jun 1, 2026Duration: 1h 51m 10s

NoSo Post Show: WWE Clash in Italy 2026 & AAA Noche de Los Grandes Review

YouTube Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vq2ZICurwyY Ryan Gray welcomes Richie Mars to the NoSo Post Show for a full review of WWE Clash in Italy 2026 and AAA Noche de Los Grandes. From championship clashes and Tribal Combat to lucha libre tradition and Mask vs. Mask drama, Ryan and Richie break down all the biggest moments from a massive weekend of wrestling. The duo discusses the standout performances, shocking results, match quality, booking decisions, and where WWE and AAA go from here. If you missed the shows—or just...

Published: May 31, 2026Duration: 1h 38m 7s

NoSo WWE Rewatchables: 1994–2003 Ranked LIVE (Best WWE Years to Rewatch!) Then TRIVIA LIVE

YouTube Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ytnAT4-XqT8 Welcome to the debut of NoSo WWE Rewatchables LIVE! JT Rozzero and Ryan Gray kick off a brand-new series where they rank every WWE year from 1984–2023 based on one thing: REWATCHABILITY. 👉 PART TWO covers 1994–2003 — the birth of Austin 3:16, the explosion of WrestleMania, and the golden era of larger-than-life WWF superstars. Which years still hold up today? Which ones are secretly binge-worthy? And which don’t hit the same anymore? But we’re not just ranking… 🎯 We’re going interactive with LIVE TRIVIA throughout th...

Published: May 30, 2026Duration: 2h 21m 58s

No Holds Barred #173: Rebooking the WWF Begins | WrestleMania VIII Fallout & SNME May 1992

JT & Aaron launch an exciting new long-term project on No Holds Barred: rebooking the WWF beginning in April 1992. Starting with the aftermath of WrestleMania VIII and a new May 1992 edition of Saturday Night’s Main Event, the guys begin reshaping one of the most pivotal eras in wrestling history. Major stars are repositioned, fresh rivalries are created, and the future direction of the company begins to change immediately. How would the WWF look if different creative decisions were made coming out of WrestleMania VIII? Could Bret Hart rise faster? Would Ric Flair remain on top? Wh...

Published: May 29, 2026Duration: 1h 10m 44s

NoSo Takeover #19: NXT TakeOver Philadelphia 2018 Review | Gargano vs. Almas Classic, Cole vs. Black Extreme Rules

NoSo Takeover returns as JT, Aaron and Jenny break down one of the greatest events in NXT history — NXT TakeOver: Philadelphia 2018. The crew dives deep into the unforgettable main event as Johnny Gargano challenges Andrade “Cien” Almas for the NXT Championship in an instant classic that elevated both men and became one of the defining matches of the TakeOver era. From Zelina Vega’s involvement to the emotional near falls and explosive finishing stretch, the hosts analyze why this match still stands among WWE’s modern masterpieces. Plus, JT, Aaron and Jenny cover:• Adam Cole vs. Aleister...

Published: May 28, 2026Duration: 1h 33m 38s