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Busted Open

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WWE
Wrestlemania
AEW
Cody Rhodes
Roman Reigns
CM Punk
NXT
AJ Styles
Royal Rumble
Randy Orton
Gunther
Drew Mcintyre
Jacob Fatu
Wrestling
Brock Lesnar
TNA
Sami Zayn
Pro Wrestling
TNA Wrestling
Professional Wrestling

Busted Open is the only pro wrestling show bringing you daily content! Hear Dave LaGreca daily as he's joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts including WWE Hall of Famers Bully Ray and Mark Henry, ECW Legend Tommy Dreamer, AEW star Thunder Rosa, and 2x World Heavyweight Champion Nic Nemeth for knowledgeable pro wrestling talk, entertaining debates, interviews with the biggest names in the game, and... more

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Latest Episodes

Dave LaGreca and Nic Nemeth break down AEW Dynamite... was it a successful follow-up to Double or Nothing?

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Tommy Dreamer breaks down the state of AEW Post-Double or Nothing. He also gets into MJF's third title reign and gives his take on AEW Dynamite!

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Dave LaGreca and Tommy Dreamer discuss WWE NXT and debate... are ref bumps overused in wrestling today?

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Tommy Dreamer breaks down tonight's NXT, where he dives into the NIL era of NXT stars, and whether that is a more successful route to the main roster over paying your dues on the indies. Plus, Tommy talks about who the face of NXT is.

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Recent Guests

Darby Allin
AEW World Champion
AEW
Episode: AEW World Champion Darby Allin IN-STUDIO
Dan Housen
Pro wrestling character/image creator
Adventure Media
Episode: BOAD: TNA iMPACT | The Danhausen Effect
Chiseled Adonis
Content creator and wrestling personality
Self-run brand; Pro Wrestling Nation 24-7 channel on SiriusXM
Episode: Go-Home Double or Nothing Review | Chiseled Adonis Joins The Show
Kim Laurinitis
Wife of Road Warrior Animal (Joe Laurinitis)
Laurinitis family
Episode: Laurinaitis Family Talks the Truth About Road Warrior Animal
Lindsay Laurinitis
Daughter of Road Warrior Animal
Laurinitis family
Episode: Laurinaitis Family Talks the Truth About Road Warrior Animal
Corinne Joy
Up-and-coming women's pro wrestler and entertainer
Independent/Pro Wrestling (Corinne Joy)
Episode: BOAD: Lei Ying Lee New Knockouts Champion | Meet Corinne Joy
Chelsea Green
Professional wrestler
WWE/Pro Wrestling
Episode: Heart Surgery Recovery: Chelsea Green on Busted Open
Callie Armstrong
Former Evolve Women's Champion, current NXT star, world-record-holding sprinter
WWE/NXT, Evolve Wrestling
Episode: BOAD: Victory Lap w/ Kali Armstrong
Bear Bronson
TNA World Tag Team Champion
Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA)/Impact Wrestling
Episode: BOAD: An Exclusive Interview with Bear Bronson

Hosts

Dave LaGreca
Host of Busted Open with a deep background in wrestling commentary
Denise Salcedo
Host/commentator with strong coverage of wrestling news and events
Tommy Dreamer
Co-host who leads discussions and segments

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.4k ratings
  • Bubba thinks he’s 1000x more than he was

    Dude had 1/10th the talent of Jamie Noble and Nunzio and was closer to a stunt double than a professional wrestler.

    Where is the ego from? He’s at best the 3rd biggest star from the TLC and most would agree he’s 5th, only ahead of Dvon.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    BlocSeekr
    United States18 days ago
  • Janelle grant

    She’s out there trying to get NDd laws changed. Thoughts maga mark Henry? You still blame her?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ffsgjitcbyfbji
    United States23 days ago
  • WWE Releases

    HHH was literally using most of the talent that he released on weekly television. I don’t know, I would’ve selected a whole different slot of talent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tayworld02
    United States25 days ago
  • Corporate greed?

    It’s a publicly traded company, dummy. Improving margins where they can and when they can isn’t “greed.” It’s their fiduciary responsibility to shareholders. Can they reach equilibrium on ticket sales at a higher price than they charged last year? Do they sell out Wrestlemania? If so, that’s the market clearing price, i.e. the market value of the tickets. How you or anyone else “feels” about it is as relevant as children saying having to brush their teeth is unfair! You sound dumb. If the ticket... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    YUsucksobad
    United States2 months ago
  • JANELL GRANT

    How the f is mark henry still on this show. He’s a victim blamer and even his wrestling takes are awful. He praises everything WWE even pay mcafee. He’s a gross disgusting human

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ffsgjitcbyfbji
    United States2 months ago

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:// Positive reception to in-depth analysis and guest variety; some criticism of WWE bias or production issues.
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Apple Podcasts
#6
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Apple Podcasts
#177
United States/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#3
Canada/Sports/Wrestling
Apple Podcasts
#11
United Kingdom/Sports/Wrestling
Apple Podcasts
#117
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#3
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Go-Home Double or Nothing Review | Chiseled Adonis Joins The Show
Q: Adonis, how did you go from posting three-minute rants in New York traffic to building a brand with over a million followers?
I recognized my gift for speaking and storytelling, leaned into consistent content creation for a global audience, and kept adapting by listening to what the audience wanted, while leveraging opportunities to connect with people in real life and online.
Laurinaitis Family Talks the Truth About Road Warrior Animal
Q: What was the process like trying to get the family involved, and why did the documentary not reflect those plans?
There were initial negotiations and a wish to include the entire family, but communications broke down and the final product did not align with the family's intentions or consensus.
Laurinaitis Family Talks the Truth About Road Warrior Animal
Q: You watched the A&E biography and then spoke out on social media. What bothered you the most about the portrayal?
The portrayal simplified or skipped key family perspectives, misrepresented relationships and events, and didn't honor Joe's full life and family dynamics, which caused deep hurt and a desire to set the record straight.
AEW World Champion Darby Allin IN-STUDIO
Q: What was it like collaborating with Sting and what does that mean for his career moving forward?
Darby describes Sting's return as a rejuvenating experience, performing with him in a way that respects Sting's legacy while giving him a renewed sense of purpose at the end of Sting's career.
AEW World Champion Darby Allin IN-STUDIO
Q: How would you describe your approach to matches and preparation?
He emphasizes there is no traditional strategy for him; his mindset is to push beyond limits and embrace risk, with a focus on staying in the moment and staying in peak physical form.

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A daily wrestling talk show that combines heated debates, interviews with top names, and live event reaction. The rotating panel features veteran hosts who bring deep knowledge of wrestling history, business, and current storylines, often blending match analysis with behind-the-scenes industry context. Listeners can expect fast-paced, opinionated discussions, guest spotlights from current stars and industry figures, and timely coverage of pay-per-views, RAW, and Dynamite. A standout trait is the ability to pair long-running hosts with guest contributors to explore branding, storytelling, and the business side of pro wrestling, while delivering accessible insights for both hardcore fans and casual listeners.

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Recent guests on Busted Open include:

1. Darby Allin
2. Dan Housen
3. Chiseled Adonis
4. Kim Laurinitis
5. Lindsay Laurinitis
6. Corinne Joy
7. Chelsea Green
8. Callie Armstrong

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