Talk'n Shop

The BumpNFeed crew sits down to answers questions from the listeners. Thank you for your continued support, email all questions and comments to BumpNFeed@gmail.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Four Stanley Cups. One incredible story. Detroit Red Wings legend Darren McCarty joins Mike Vaccaro on In The Front Row to reflect on an unforgettable NHL career, the challenges he faced away from the ice, and the journey that helped him discover a new purpose in life. Growing up in Leamington, Ontario, McCarty dreamed of playing professional hockey. After being selected by the Detroit Red Wings in the 1992 NHL Draft, he became an integral part of one of the most successful eras in franchise history. McCarty shares memories of playing for Hall of Fame coach Scotty Bowman, learning from captain Steve Yzerman, and helping Detroit capture its first Stanley Cup in 42 years in 1997. He also revisits the legendary rivalry with the Colorado Avalanche and the championship teams that made the Red Wings one of hockey's most celebrated franchises. Beyond the championships, McCarty opens up about his struggles with addiction, his road to recovery, and his remarkable return to professional hockey. That comeback eventually led him back to Detroit, where he captured his fourth Stanley Cup in 2008. Now retired from the NHL, McCarty continues to embrace new opportunities through podcasting, professional wrestling, and community involvement. He discusses his passion for helping others, particularly young people in Detroit, and why the impact he makes off the ice matters more to him than the championships he won. From the highest moments of professional sports to the challenges of rebuilding his life, Darren McCarty shares a story of perseverance, personal growth, and finding purpose beyond the game. In The Front Row with Mike Vaccaro features conversations with athletes, coaches, broadcasters, and sports personalities about their journeys, defining moments, and the stories that shaped their lives. Every seat has a story. Follow In The Front Row: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@inthefrontrowpodcast Merchandise and exclusive content: https://millions.co/front.row Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Good Brothers host Talk’n Shop's first-ever live show in New Zealand at Full Time Sports Bar in Auckland. Doc and Karl talk about their abandoned 2019 plan to leave WWE for New Japan, AJ Styles’ retirement, what they actually miss about WWE, and whether another AEW run could ever happen. The boys also revisit favorite matches, the rise of Bullet Club, PAC’s legacy, Gallows wrestling The Undertaker at 24, and answer questions from the crowd. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dem Wrasslin Boyz are back again, this time talking some college football, NFL, wrasslin news, and a short discussion about the WWE IC Title. Welcome 2 Wrasslin is brought to you by the TALK'N SHOP Network Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan & Ren are back with the latest edition of their Talk’N Shop Recap! This week, they highlight key moments from the 10/21/2026 episode of Talk’N Shop — from Sweetie Pie Certifications to Tokyo Dome wishlists — Plus another classic TDH TNS episode clip! Whether you caught the original episode or you’re hearing about it for the first time, Dan & Ren have you covered. The Talk’N Shop Recap with Dan & Ren — GET MY BAGS! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the advent of social media, pro wrestlers no longer have to wait for WWE, AEW, or TNA to introduce them to an audience. They can get themselves over on their own platforms—building characters, cultivating fans, and creating demand without the production and promotional muscle of a major wrestling company. Richard Holliday, Big Trouble Ben Bishop, Jack Vaughn, and Tommy Invincible are doing exactly that. But if their ambition is to reach the big leagues, does the very thing that gets them over online help them get there—or stand in their way? Timmy Baltimore examines the opportunities and contradictions facing wrestling’s social media superstars. They’ve built an audience on their own terms. Can that success translate to somebody else’s television show? Timmy Baltimore is high-brow evaluation of low-brow entertainment. Try Tim. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Join us as we discuss The Good Brothers in Japan. The Pandemic era and what it takes to be the greatest pro wrestler vs the greatest superstar of all time.... Thank you for listening and supporting TalkNshop Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pat Croce helped take the Philadelphia 76ers to the NBA Finals—but chasing success wasn’t the same as finding happiness. The former Sixers president joins Mike Vaccaro on In The Front Row to share stories about Allen Iverson, Larry Brown, and the 2001 Finals run. He also reflects on his journey from physical therapist to NBA executive, facing cancer, and trekking to Everest Base Camp while undergoing treatment. Plus, Croce discusses his new book, Enjoy Your Self Now, and the shift from always chasing what’s next to finding peace in the present. Subscribe for more conversations with the people behind the game: https://www.youtube.com/@inthefrontrowpodcast Explore our interviews and merch on MILLIONS: https://millions.co/front.row #PatCroce #AllenIverson #Sixers #InTheFrontRow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gallows and Anderson are still on tour in Japan with Pro Wrestling NOAH, this time digging into the current state of Japanese wrestling and comparing today’s Ryogoku crowds to the packed houses Karl worked during the Bullet Club era. Karl looks back on his early New Japan years, working with Makabe, Tanahashi and Giant Bernard, and explains how booking and politics in Japan differed drastically from what the Good Brothers later experienced in WWE. Plus, the boys talk about NOAH’s recent growth, AEW talent showing up in New Japan, and what it really costs to bring major stars across the world. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Joe Hulbert and Karl Anderson kick off Diary of a G1 Finalist by going back to October 2012 and Karl’s King of Pro Wrestling rematch with Kazuchika Okada, just two months after their G1 Final. Karl breaks down beating Hiroshi Tanahashi to reach the G1 Final, New Japan’s first worldwide iPPV, living in the dojo with future stars, and what it was like watching a 24-year-old Okada develop into one of wrestling’s biggest names. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dem wrasslin boyz are back once again, brought to you by the Talk'N Shop Network, and they talk about college football and being part of the Talk'n Shop Network. Tune in and smoke em if you got em! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan & Ren are back with the latest edition of their Talk’N Shop Recap! This week, they highlight key moments from the 10/14/2026 episode of Talk’N Shop — from Deezberg hair style fantasy booking to Bullet Club semi-deep dives —Plus NEW RENBERG MUSIC ! Whether you caught the original episode or you’re hearing about it for the first time, Dan & Ren have you covered. The Talk’N Shop Recap with Dan & Ren — It’s so over that it can’t be over yet! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The crew sit down and discuss pro wrestling news, questions from listeners and the tension between Emerson and CJ Gallows is getting intense... Is The BumpNFeed Fine??? Tune in, send all questions and comments to our instagram inbox! Thank you all! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan Issel couldn’t make his high school JV team—and says he was Kentucky’s third choice at center. He went on to become a Basketball Hall of Famer. On In The Front Row with Mike Vaccaro, Issel shares the stories behind his journey from Batavia, Illinois, to the Kentucky Wildcats, Kentucky Colonels, and Denver Nuggets. Hear what it was like playing for Adolph Rupp, winning an ABA championship alongside Artis Gilmore and Louie Dampier, and coaching Denver’s historic 1994 playoff upset of the Seattle SuperSonics. Plus: • Why Kentucky almost never happened • The teammate who scored 73 points when everyone knew the plan • His pick for basketball’s GOAT—and where Dr. J belongs • Bill Walton’s hilarious Hall of Fame assumption • Playing in a 184–182 game with only four three-point attempts • The faith and family behind his basketball journey Issel also discusses his book, “Dan Issel: From Kentucky Wildcat to NBA Legend,” and why telling the whole story—including the difficult chapters—mattered to him. Subscribe to In The Front Row for more conversations with the athletes, coaches, and personalities behind the games. Which Dan Issel story surprised you most? Tell us in the comments. #DanIssel #KentuckyBasketball #DenverNuggets #NBAHistory #InTheFrontRow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gallows and Anderson are back in Japan after their surprise return with Pro Wrestling NOAH, talking about how much the country has changed and what’s next for the Good Brothers. The boys also dive deep into Bullet Club history, breaking down the leadership eras of Prince Devitt, AJ Styles, Kenny Omega, Jay White and David Finlay, while Karl explains why he never fought to be the guy at the top. Plus, they talk about the Young Bucks’ impact on Bullet Club, why fans still want the Too Sweet, and taking Talk’n Shop Live international. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dem wrasslin boyz are here to stay on the Talk'n Shop Network and this week we talk some good ole football and then break down the money in the bank ple. Thanks for joining us and smokem if you gottem!!! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dan & Ren are back with the latest edition of their Talk’N Shop Recap! This week, they highlight key moments from the 10/07/2026 episode of Talk’N Shop — from Deezberg’s Spooky Adventure to Big Boy Backflips—Plus BumpNFeed Dissension!? Whether you caught the original episode or you’re hearing about it for the first time, Dan & Ren have you covered. The Talk’N Shop Recap with Dan & Ren — WARM WATER, BABY! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Professional wrestling has always been a little embarrassing. But WWE might be taking cringe to an entirely new level. Shawn Michaels is dancing and lip-syncing to Drake, Paul Heyman is embracing AI-generated nonsense, and NXT’s Kam Hendrix is caught in an increasingly uncomfortable social media spectacle involving his wife, Maxxine Dupri, and Austin Theory. From the Heartbreak Kid’s questionable social media antics to the blurred lines between kayfabe and reality, Timmy Baltimore examines WWE’s growing CRINGE problem—and the insatiable content monster that’s turning professional wrestling into one never-ending attempt to go viral. Is wrestling getting more embarrassing, or are we just getting older? High-brow eval on low-brow entertainment. Wild speculation and irresponsible commentary. Timmy Baltimore | LiMPiN AiNT EASY Now also on the Talk N Shop Network! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy Friday folks! Who is the leader of The BumpNFeed? Do we have a leader? Emerson? CJ Gallows? Cabana? Who the heck is Diamond Dallas Pete? We have no idea! SELF HIGH FIVE! Welcome back to another week of The BumpNFeed Podcast! listen, enjoy and send all podcast question to bumpnfeed@gmail.com check out the merch sites Prowrestlingtees.com/Bumpnfeed and Bumpnfeed.dashery.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jim Leyritz joins In The Front Row to talk about the journey that took him from growing up around some of the best athletes and baseball players of his generation to becoming a World Series champion with the New York Yankees. Leyritz reflects on his early baseball career, the expectations that surrounded him as a top prospect, and the injury that changed the trajectory of his career when he was projected to be a potential No. 1 pick. He also takes us inside his years with the Yankees, including the pressure of playing in New York, the biggest moments of his career, and the home runs that helped make him a postseason legend. Most importantly, Leyritz looks back on being part of the 1996 Yankees and winning the World Series — a championship that marked the beginning of one of the most memorable eras in Yankees history. In this conversation, Jim Leyritz talks about: Growing up around some of the best athletes and baseball players ever His rise as one of baseball's top prospects The injury that changed his career path Being projected as a potential No. 1 pick Making it to the New York Yankees The pressure of playing in New York His biggest postseason and World Series home runs The 1996 Yankees Winning the 1996 World Series The teammates, moments and experiences he'll never forget What it was really like playing October baseball in New York This is the story of a player who experienced the highest expectations in baseball, overcame a major setback, and ultimately became part of Yankees history. #JimLeyritz #NewYorkYankees #Yankees #MLB #Baseball #WorldSeries #1996WorldSeries #InTheFrontRow Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.