In this episode, Joshua and Jeremy review the WWE Pay-Per-View event Payback 2023. They discuss the length of the event and the number of matches. The first match they review is Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus, highlighting some botched moves and the overall length of the match. They then discuss the match between LA Knight and The Miz, noting the involvement of John Cena as the special guest referee. Next, they review the match between Rey Mysterio and Austin Theory, discussing the short duration of the match and the sponsorship by Cinnamon Toast Crunch. They then move on to the street fight between Judgment Day and Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn, discussing the injuries sustained by the wrestlers and the length of the match. Finally, they review the match between Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez, noting the length of the match and the involvement of other wrestlers. Overall, they provide their takeaways from each match and discuss the recent events in NXT. The conversation covers various topics related to the pay-per-view event, including the matches between Raquel and Rhea Ripley, Seth Rollins and Shinsuke Nakamura, and overall thoughts on the event. The hosts also discuss upcoming pay-per-view events and promote their podcast.

Takeaways

• The length of WWE Pay-Per-View events and the number of matches can impact the overall viewer experience.
• Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus was a notable match, with some botched moves and a longer duration.
• The involvement of John Cena as the special guest referee in the match between LA Knight and The Miz added an interesting dynamic.
• The match between Rey Mysterio and Austin Theory was short and sponsored by Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
• The street fight between Judgment Day and Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn showcased the wrestlers' ability to take bumps and the length of the match.
• Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez was a significant match, with a longer duration and the involvement of other wrestlers. Raquel's character development and leadership in the group
• Disappointment with Raquel's strength portrayal
• Appreciation for Seth Rollins' character and match variations
• Lack of excitement and repetitive nature of WWE pay-per-view events

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview

01:07 Discussion on Pay-Per-View Length

02:43 Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus

04:20 Review of Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus

06:49 Technical Difficulties

07:18 Continuation of Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus

09:42 Technical Difficulties

11:11 Continuation of Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus

13:30 Discussion on Trish Stratus' Wrestling Ability

15:49 Takeaways from Becky Lynch vs. Trish Stratus

16:11 LA Knight vs. The Miz

18:39 Review of LA Knight vs. The Miz

19:51 Reactions to LA Knight's Win

21:11 Rey Mysterio vs. Austin Theory

22:37 Review of Rey Mysterio vs. Austin Theory

23:30 Discussion on Recent NXT Events

25:03 Judgment Day vs. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn

26:59 Review of Judgment Day vs. Kevin Owens and Sami Zayn

28:21 Discussion on Injuries and Match Length

29:08Discussion on Judgment Day Faction

30:11 Discussion on Rhea Ripley and Raquel Rodriguez

35:02 Review of Rhea Ripley vs. Raquel Rodriguez

35:45 Discussion about Raquel and Rhea Ripley

41:02 Match between Seth Rollins and Shinsuke Nakamura

46:00 Overall thoughts on the pay-per-view

49:10 Upcoming pay-per-view events

51:32 Closing remarks and promotion