The Ballot - A Wrestling Hall of Fame Podcast
Ryan NeitzeyWelcome to The Ballot, a podcast dissecting the pro wrestling careers of first-time nominees on the Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame Ballot.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 33 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | WrestlingHistorySports | |||
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As a rambling madman, Ryan discusses his thoughts as he assembles his 2026 Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame ballot, covering the regions of Modern US/Canada, Mexico, and Non-Wrestlers.
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Ryan is joined by the host of the “You’ve Got to be Kidding Me” podcast, Garrett Kidney, to discuss the WON Hall of Fame case of Jeff Jarrett
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The 2026 WON HOF ballots are officially out!
Ryan walks you through this year’s Wrestling Observer Newsletter Hall of Fame ballot, along with some of the new names on the list. Plus, plenty of stats!
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Ryan is joined by a plethora of guests to discuss the WON Hall of Fame case of Bill Dundee.
Guests, in order of appearance:
Joe Gagne
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Apple Podcasts | #241 |  United States/Sports/Wrestling |
Apple Podcasts | #222 |  United Kingdom/Sports/Wrestling |
Apple Podcasts | #143 |  Germany/Sports/Wrestling |
Apple Podcasts | #6 |  Chile/Sports/Wrestling |
Apple Podcasts | #73 |  Ireland/Sports/Wrestling |
Apple Podcasts | #152 | Chile/Sports |
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What is The Ballot about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This show analyzes Wrestling Observer Hall of Fame ballots through data-driven debate and historical context. Across episodes, the hosts weigh drawing power, in-ring work, longevity, and cultural impact, often contrasting modern eras with past eras and regional scenes. Guests range from wrestling historians and reporters to industry insiders who provide specialized perspectives on candidacies, show how different territories and eras shaped perceptions of drawing power, and spotlight both well-known and overlooked figures. A recurring strength is blending analytical rigor with personal memory and storytelling, plus practical discussion of ballot strategy and voting trends. A standout feature is the breadth of international and historical ang... more
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Which podcasts are similar to The Ballot?
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1. The Gentlemen's Wrestling Podcast
2. The Flagship Wrestling Podcast
3. Voices of Wrestling Podcast Network
4. ThROH The Years
5. Open the Voice Gate
How many episodes of The Ballot are there?
The Ballot launched 2 years ago and published 33 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on The Ballot?
Recent guests on The Ballot include:
1. Garrett Kidney
2. Joe Gagne
3. Ethan Tyler
4. Joseph Montecillo
5. Rich Kraetsch
6. Jesse Collings
7. Ohtani's Jacket
8. Joe Lanza
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