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Kicking Out: A Podcast About All Elite Wrestling

Tanner Lee, Paul Zartman, and Austin Shepherd
All Elite Wrestling
AEW
Forbidden Door
Continental Classic
WWE
Wrestling
Full Gear
Double Or Nothing
Maxwell Jacob Friedman
Kenny Omega
All Out
AEW Dynasty
Wrestling Figure Collecting
Dynamite
Wrestledream
New Japan Pro-Wrestling
All Elite Wrestling (AEW)
Andrade
Tommaso Ciampa
Powerhouse Hobbs

The Kicking Out Podcast is a weekly All Elite Wrestling review podcast talking about the latest AEW news and storylines. This podcast is hosted by three passionate AEW fans, Tanner Lee, Paul Zartman, & Austin Shepherd, and is made for AEW fans. Available on all audio platforms and recorded live on YouTube.

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Latest Episodes

Tanner, Shep, and Paul (via video send in), give their match picks and confidence points for AEW's Redemption PPV taking place on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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Tony Khan speaks with the media ahead of AEW Redemption taking place on Sunday, July 26, 2026 at the Bell Centre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

The Kicking Out Podcast is part of The Main Event Wrestling Network

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Tanner, Shep, and Paul play some AEW Deal or No Deal, discuss Kenny Omega defending his AEW World Championship vs Kevin Knight and how the rest of the card is shaping up as we are one week away from AEW Redemption!

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Tanner and Shep discuss Kenny Omega defeating MJF to become the new AEW World Champion, Kyle Fletcher winning the International Championship, Willow Nightingale returning and becoming #1 contender, Hangman Adam Page returning, and much more as the ro... more

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Recent Guests

Chad Snead
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Brian Alvarez
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Tony Khan
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Episode: AEW X NJPW Forbidden Door: London Media Call with Tony Khan

Hosts

Tanner Lee
Host of The Kicking Out Podcast; long-running host with deep AEW knowledge and roundtable energy.
Austin Shepherd
Co-host with strong live-event insight and banter; contributes as a presenter in discussions across episodes.
Paul Zartman
Co-host with a voice for booking perspectives and storyline analysis; frequent in-depth opinions on AEW titles and feuds.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    Love the podcast guys. It’s nice to have a show dedicated to AEW. So sick of the AEW hate online from WWE sycophants. Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Canadian Whovian
    Canada2 years ago
  • With a lot of noise this stands out.

    There are a lot of wrestling podcasts. There are several who cover aew. But imo this was one if the better shows. Strong hosting with knowledge of the aew product. Good production. There is like one issue with maybe being a bit ride colored glasses and some gaps due to being just fans who have not been in the business. Though imo this is a strength of the show. A long time podcast listener I miss the shows who didn’t have famous people etc. worth a subscribe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    robthemany2
    United States5 years ago

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Great for listeners who want predictions and booking ideas alongside recaps.
Lively banter and audience chat add a lively, authentic vibe.
Energetic hosts with solid AEW knowledge and strong production quality.
Candid, sometimes biased takes; fans of AEW will likely enjoy the inside talk.

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AEW All Out 2025 Media Call with Tony Khan
Q: What's the rationale behind the early start times for All Out, and could this become a pattern?
The early start times are aimed at maximizing audience reach and sustaining strong numbers by aligning with viable US prime-time windows, proven successful on past shows like Forbidden Door and All In, and the decision is framed as benefiting fans and business.
AEW X NJPW Forbidden Door: London Media Call with Tony Khan
Q: Will we see more AEW vs. New Japan head-to-head style matches in the future, or will the event continue to blend cross-promotional formats?
The format this year was adjusted to maximize available talent post-G1 Climax, but the plan is to continue integrating both AEW and New Japan stars as availability allows, tailoring the card to showcase the best matchups for fans.
AEW WrestleDream 2025 Media Call with Tony Khan
Q: Is there a plan to expand the women's presence, potentially with more non-title matches and even a Blood and Guts style event for women?
Khan confirms momentum in the women's division and expresses optimism about a stronger, more prominent women's schedule, including discussions around Blood and Guts and other high-profile matches.
AEW WrestleDream 2025 Media Call with Tony Khan
Q: Can you share an update on Andrade's status and potential non-compete at play here?
Khan says he respects Andrade and has said similar things in the past, emphasizing that there is a lot of nuance to the situation but he remains excited about Andrade's future and what's next for him.
AEW Full Gear 2025 Media Call with Tony Khan
Q: What was the thought process behind the AEW National Championship and what are the goals for the promotion with it?
The National Championship represents a new tradition, crowns a premier title to travel around AEW and partner promotions, and serves as a platform for AEW to showcase its stars on a broader stage.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show is a weekly, host-driven roundtable that dissects all things AEW, mixing in live audience chatter, analysis of pay-per-views, weekly Dynamite/Collision storylines, and long-term booking angles. Across episodes, expect bold predictions, tournament brackets (like Owen Hart events), cross-promotional chatter, and guest appearances, all delivered with humor, banter, and a live-stream energy. It stands out for its enthusiastic three-host dynamic, deep wrestling knowledge, and a community feel that keeps listeners coming back for up-to-the-minute takes and listener interactions.

Listeners are likely drawn to insider-style analysis, behind-the-scenes booking talk, and ongoing title-picture debates, making it appealing to hardcore AEW fan... more

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