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Busted Open

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WWE
Cody Rhodes
Roman Reigns
NXT
CM Punk
Sami Zayn
TNA
Oba Femi
Summerslam
LA Knight
AEW
Brock Lesnar
Money In the Bank
Gunther
Kevin Owens
Smackdown
Randy Orton
Paul Heyman
Kenny Omega
Solo Sikoa

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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Mark Henry gives his instant reaction to Cody Rhodes punting Baron Corbin to send a message to Randy Orton. Plus, he breaks down the face to face between Sami Zayn and Trick Williams.

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Dave LaGreca and Bully Ray break down what can we expect now that Cody Rhodes and Roman Reigns are heading to Hollywood! They also share some of their own Hollywood stories!

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Avery Styles
Wrestler making his Bound for Glory debut
Total Nonstop Action Wrestling (TNA)
Episode: LA Knight's Path to Victory | Avery Styles' Busted Open Debut
M By Elegance
Inaugural and current TNA Knockouts Television Champion
TNA/Impact Wrestling
Episode: TNA Reaction: M By Elegance Still Reigns Heading to Bound for Glory
Xia Brookside
TNA Knockouts World Champion, returning to NXT
Knockouts World Champion, NXT
Episode: NXTNA Reaction: Xia Brookside Main Events Tuesday & Thursday Nights
John Cena
Professional wrestler and actor
WWE
Episode: "I Would've Loved 3 Years To Ruin Wrestling." John Cena Interview
Bronson Reed
Pro wrestler discussing comeback and vision character
WWE / Vision group
Episode: Don't Call it a Comeback ft. Bronson Reed
Sidney Bakabella
PWI 500 honoree, veteran wrestling figure
Independent circuit, former manager turned wrestler
Episode: PWI 500 Reaction: Meet Mr. 500 Sidney Bakabella
Shiloh Hill
Wrestler in NXT, formerly on LFG
World Wrestling Entertainment / NXT
Episode: NXT Reaction: Down the Rabbit Hole w/ Shiloh Hill
Jada Parker
Miss Parker, member of 946 in the storyline
946
Episode: RAW Reaction: Miss Parker Joins 946
Enzo Amore
Professional wrestler, Real One
Episode: Remembering Neville / Pac

Host

Dave LaGreca
Host of the show; frequent presence across episodes.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Say it ain’t so…

    I’ve been listening to Busted Open for about 10 years… unfortunately I can’t listen anymore. Dave has been the voice of pro wrestling for over a decade. Dave and the whole crew has taught me so much about the art and world of pro wrestling. I don’t even know if it was Daves call, or if it was out of his hands… either way, it’s very sad to see the end of an era. WWE radio is not what I fell in love with. Thanks for all the memories. Best of luck in your future endeavors…

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    JAWcuts
    United Statesa month ago
  • What a mistake!!!

    Busted Open used to be good, but after WWE took over what a sham!!! Dave and the crew used to review all promotions, but to put all your eggs in the WWE basket, is not “Good for Business.” Did you not watch All In?

    That’s wrestling!!

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    da bowler
    United States2 months ago
  • Ughh

    Horrible listen. Went from ok to horrific. Don’t waste your time listening. There are 100 podcasts that you are better off listening to. Bye-bye

    busted open. I no longer follow or listen.

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    rebecca the fifth help me
    United States2 months ago
  • Used to be a fan of the show

    Loved hearing a non-biased opinion on all companies of wrestling. But with Dave selling out to WWE I can no longer listen to Busted Open.

    Opinions are biased towards WWE and TNA. No other companies are covered in conversations.

    I don’t have time to watch wrestling so it was nice getting a 1/2 recap on what happened recently but I’ll be listening to a different wrestling podcast now.

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    1
    Haughan
    Canada2 months ago
  • Lost objectivity

    I don’t care that much that they are now owned by WWE, but that doesn’t mean they have to constantly shill for TKO. For example, SummerSlam 2026 was not the greatest SummerSlam ever, no matter what Stamford says.

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    s.o’d
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners value candid, knowledgeable analysis and guest insights.
Open praise for educational takeaways and industry context from guests and hosts.
Audience appreciates the show's mix of interviews, storytelling, and business angle discussions.
Long-time fans enjoy core hosts; some critique audio issues or perceived WWE bias.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#5
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#209
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#10
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Apple Podcasts
#214
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#7
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

LA Knight's Path to Victory | Avery Styles' Busted Open Debut
Q: Who would you rather face? Leon Slater or Nic Nemeth?
Avery prefers Leon Slater for the challenge and notes Nemeth is very experienced; both would be hard matches.
LA Knight's Path to Victory | Avery Styles' Busted Open Debut
Q: If given the opportunity, you got to throw Frankie Kazarian over the top rope. You have to.
Avery acknowledges the scenario and discusses his strategic mindset about competing with Frankie Kazarian, balancing distrust with the reality of competition.
LA Knight's Path to Victory | Avery Styles' Busted Open Debut
Q: Avery, do you have any fear?
Avery says there is always fear of injury due to the physical nature of wrestling, but being young helps him handle the risk and stay focused.
LA Knight's Path to Victory | Avery Styles' Busted Open Debut
Q: For you, Avery, when was the moment that you decided, all right, I want to be a pro wrestler?
Avery explains he always wanted to be a wrestler since childhood, tried amateur wrestling and college, teased pursuing other paths before choosing wrestling full-time, encouraged by his dad to chase wrestling.
The Ins and Outs of Money In The Bank | ft. Alexa Bliss
Q: How has Dusty Rhodes' promo guidance shaped your approach in WWE?
Bliss shares that Dusty encouraged creating a body of work and trying different approaches weekly, which helped her evolve and remain relevant in a competitive field.

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A fast-paced wrestling talk show that blends hot takes, in-depth analysis, and interviews with current stars and rising talent. Episode conversations span WWE/NXT coverage, indie circuits, and cross-promotion stories, often pairing roundtable debates with guest insights from wrestlers and industry voices. Noteworthiness lies in the mix of veteran hosts who bring long-form storytelling, a focus on career journeys, and timely reactions to weekly events, offering a blend suitable for fans who want sharp opinions plus behind-the-scenes context. Potential listeners can expect spirited discussions, sponsor reads, and previews of title pictures and match-ups that span multiple promotions, with occasional cross-promotional opportunities for guests ... more

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Recent guests on Busted Open include:

1. Avery Styles
2. M By Elegance
3. Xia Brookside
4. John Cena
5. Bronson Reed
6. Sidney Bakabella
7. Shiloh Hill
8. Jada Parker

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