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This week, The Doc is in a reflective and speculative mood regarding the return of Daniel Bryan to in-ring action at WrestleMania 34.  So many have echoed long-standing concerns about his health and about whether or not he's safe to come back; Doc attempts to put your mind at ease.  Then, LOP's NXT reviewer and columnist, J Cool, joins the show for a very engaging discussion about the upcoming Takeover: New Orleans card, which both feel has the potential to be regarded as the best of its kind by the time all is said and done a week from Saturday.  Is Gargano vs. Ciampa WrestleMania weekend's second most anticipated match?  Is it time for another changing of the guard in both the women's division and the NXT Heavyweight Title division?  Doc and JC converse on those and many other NXT topics.

Join your host, Steven Bell, every Monday and Tuesday night as he recaps and grades WWE Raw and Smackdown, breaking down the hottest topics in pro wrestling along the way! From The HeatSeeker, where we take a look at one of the hottest topics in pro wrestling, to a full, LIVE recap of the just finished show and ultimately an overall grade, this is a show for those who aren't only "smart" but also intelligent pro wrestling fans. Provided BY a fan, FOR fans, this isn't a show where you'll be told what to think. It is, however, a show where you'll be encouraged to think for yourself.   The Late Shift with Steven Bell is uncensored and contains adult language. All views expressed are solely those of Steven Bell and do not represent those of Lords of Pain, BlogTalk Radio or any of their respective advertisers.

Are you ready for a revolution? Mizfan & Jeff are BACK! Join us this week as we cover CHIKARA's latest show, the Young Lion's Cup, 1st stage, which includes: Cheech Hernandez Colin Delaney Dylan Bostic Fire Ant Green Ant Merlok, Omari Ophidian Super Beetle The Whisper Travis Huckabee & more! Join us for all the wrestling which may have fallen under your radar, as always airing at 7a EST! Don't miss it!

Join your host, Steven Bell, every Monday and Tuesday night as he recaps and grades WWE Raw and Smackdown, breaking down the hottest topics in pro wrestling along the way! From The HeatSeeker, where we take a look at one of the hottest topics in pro wrestling, to a full, LIVE recap of the just finished show and ultimately an overall grade, this is a show for those who aren't only "smart" but also intelligent pro wrestling fans. Provided BY a fan, FOR fans, this isn't a show where you'll be told what to think. It is, however, a show where you'll be encouraged to think for yourself.   The Late Shift with Steven Bell is uncensored and contains adult language. All views expressed are solely those of Steven Bell and do not represent those of Lords of Pain, BlogTalk Radio or any of their respective advertisers.

In this special edition of the podcast, The Doc reflects back on the origins of WrestleMania and how it quickly evolved beyond its achievements in 1985 while maintaining through its first several years the aura that helped it earn its moniker of "The Super Bowl of professional wrestling."  Doc discusses the unprecedented creative hot streak that helped build the 'Mania franchise around Hulk Hogan and others, and how the end of that streak combined with changing times and various circumstances altered the successful format established in the 1980s by necessity.  He then looks at what 'Mania became in the New Generation and later the Attitude Era, during the tail end of which they stumbled upon the presentational formula still used today to great financial and critical success (at times).  The bottom line: if you think you'd enjoy a conversation about WrestleMania lore, this is the podcast for you..

WCW: The Legacy Series - Fall Brawl '00

On this week's show Mazza, Plan and Shinobi (yeah, you read that right) tackle the hot news in the wrestling world, Daniel Bryan's return to the ring.  Despite growing speculation, WWE's announcement that he had been cleared shocked the world and created a frenzy of social media activity.  There is a great deal of positivity surrounding the return and we shall be looking at what it means from all angles.  We touch on the medical side of things, speculate on what kind of schedule he will have, discuss the impact on other talent, what we would like to see happen and, of course, those potentially show-stealing matches that have turned from dreams to reality overnight. 

The LordsofPain's very own Matt Maher (a.k.a. TheImplications) goes over the Reigns vs Lesnar feud, travelling all the way back to 2015 and working forwards to WrestleMania 2018. Looking at why things seem to be working now in spite of all the issues that have plagued the two over the past few years. How have the two's characters evolved over the years, since their last meeting? Did Goldberg hinder or re enigize Brock Lesnar's momentum? Does Reigns finally feel like a true main event star? LOP Radio's official t-shirts for ALL your favourite shows! Click here! Follow Imp on Twitter: @TheDamnImplicat

This week, The Doc is joined by the incomparable Mr. Tito, who is making his first appearance on LOP Radio as well as his first audio appearance of any kind in sixteen years!  Just three weeks out from WrestleMania 34, The Doc and Mr. Tito discuss the state of the WWE, assessing the health of the brand in terms of the Network, the TV ratings and contract status, attendance figures, the potential sale of the company, and the creative issues that have plagued pro wrestling's preeminent entity in recent years.  We'll leave it up to you decide how positive they feel about the entirety of WWE's situation, but you can rest assured that they are both more excited about Undertaker vs. John Cena than most, and you'll find out why on today's episode. 

Join your host, Steven Bell, every Monday and Tuesday night as he recaps and grades WWE Raw and Smackdown, breaking down the hottest topics in pro wrestling along the way! From The HeatSeeker, where we take a look at one of the hottest topics in pro wrestling, to a full, LIVE recap of the just finished show and ultimately an overall grade, this is a show for those who aren't only "smart" but also intelligent pro wrestling fans. Provided BY a fan, FOR fans, this isn't a show where you'll be told what to think. It is, however, a show where you'll be encouraged to think for yourself.   The Late Shift with Steven Bell is uncensored and contains adult language. All views expressed are solely those of Steven Bell and do not represent those of Lords of Pain, BlogTalk Radio or any of their respective advertisers.

Are you ready for a revolution? Mizfan is BACK! Join us this week as we cover: wXw -Including WALTER, Speedball Mike Bailey, & King of Smoke Style Bobby Gunns. Bar Wrestling -Including Willie Mack, Tenille Dashwood, & Brody King. AAA -Including Lady Shani, Chessman, & Australian Suicide. Join us for all the wrestling which may have fallen under your radar, as always airing at 7a EST! Don't miss it!

Join your host, Steven Bell, every Monday and Tuesday night as he recaps and grades WWE Raw and Smackdown, breaking down the hottest topics in pro wrestling along the way! From The HeatSeeker, where we take a look at one of the hottest topics in pro wrestling, to a full, LIVE recap of the just finished show and ultimately an overall grade, this is a show for those who aren't only "smart" but also intelligent pro wrestling fans. Provided BY a fan, FOR fans, this isn't a show where you'll be told what to think. It is, however, a show where you'll be encouraged to think for yourself.   The Late Shift with Steven Bell is uncensored and contains adult language. All views expressed are solely those of Steven Bell and do not represent those of Lords of Pain, BlogTalk Radio or any of their respective advertisers.

WCW: The Legacy Series - New Blood Rising '00

On this week's show, Mav and 'Plan are here to show some love for the Cruiserweights of WWE, and particularly for the current tournament for the vacant Cruiserweight Title. Hear their thoughts on the matches so far, the wrestlers, the future of the brand, and what the major shows could learn from 205's less is more approach. As ever, there may be both banter and tangents!

The LordsofPain's very own Matt Maher (a.k.a. TheImplications) is joined by special guest The Doc to go over the past week of WWE. Did Fast Lane successfully get us excited for WrestleMania? Will Braun Strowman actually compete for the Tag Team Championships by himself? Is WrestleMania subtle shaping up to be an amazing show? LOP Radio's official t-shirts for ALL your favourite shows! Click here! Follow Imp on Twitter: @TheDamnImplicat

This week, The Doc is joined by The Eternal Optimist and Rich Latta to thoroughly evaluate the WrestleMania 34 card, which has taken a firmer shape over the past few days.  Dave Fenichel believes that this card has more depth than any in recent memory and Doc is prepared to call it the most stacked card on paper in quite some time, points that both defend throughout the podcast in one form or another.  Latta provides many a dissenting opinion, giving balance to the discussion.  Also, the trio discusses WWE Fast Lane briefly, specifically how it increased their enthusiasm for the Smackdown half of the WrestleMania line-up.  Don't miss Doc ranting about Brock Lesnar too...

Join your host, Steven Bell, every Monday and Tuesday night as he recaps and grades WWE Raw and Smackdown, breaking down the hottest topics in pro wrestling along the way! From The HeatSeeker, where we take a look at one of the hottest topics in pro wrestling, to a full, LIVE recap of the just finished show and ultimately an overall grade, this is a show for those who aren't only "smart" but also intelligent pro wrestling fans. Provided BY a fan, FOR fans, this isn't a show where you'll be told what to think. It is, however, a show where you'll be encouraged to think for yourself.   The Late Shift with Steven Bell is uncensored and contains adult language. All views expressed are solely those of Steven Bell and do not represent those of Lords of Pain, BlogTalk Radio or any of their respective advertisers.

Are you ready for a revolution? Mizfan is BACK! Join us this week as we cover: Ring of Honor -Including Cody Rhodes, the Young Bucks, & Jay Lethal. CMLL -Including Volador Jr, Los Ingobernables, & El Barbaro Cavernario. Sendai Girls -Including Meiko Satomura, Aja Kong, & Chihiro Hashimoto. Join us for all the wrestling which may have fallen under your radar, as always airing at 7a EST! Don't miss it!

Join your host, Steven Bell, every Monday and Tuesday night as he recaps and grades WWE Raw and Smackdown, breaking down the hottest topics in pro wrestling along the way! From The HeatSeeker, where we take a look at one of the hottest topics in pro wrestling, to a full, LIVE recap of the just finished show and ultimately an overall grade, this is a show for those who aren't only "smart" but also intelligent pro wrestling fans. Provided BY a fan, FOR fans, this isn't a show where you'll be told what to think. It is, however, a show where you'll be encouraged to think for yourself.   The Late Shift with Steven Bell is uncensored and contains adult language. All views expressed are solely those of Steven Bell and do not represent those of Lords of Pain, BlogTalk Radio or any of their respective advertisers.

It's the last PPV stop on the Road to WrestleMania for the Blue Brand as SmackDown brings you Fastlane! Old rivalries are revisited, new ones given the spotlight for the first time and the spectre of the biggest show of the year looms mightily over it all. Can Charlotte stave off the threat of Ruby Riott in the SD Women's Championship match? Will the Usos be able to once again turn back the challenge of New Day as they battle for the SD Tag Team Championships? What storylines will emerge from what's sure to be a chaotic six pack challenge for AJ Styles' WWE Championship? We'll answer all those questions and plenty more here LIVE shortly after the event goes off the air. So tune in and join the host of The Late Shift, Steven Bell, and Right Side of the Pond mainstay, Samuel Plan, as they break down the action and events from WWE's 2018 Fastlane PPV LIVE on LOP Radio Aftershock!