The Phenomenally Retro Podcast
A podcast dedicated to professional wrestling, retro video games, and much more. Hosted by Tony Giles with WWE Hall Of Fame Inductee AJ Styles.
Episodes
AJ Styles on a WWE Return, Zilla Fatu’s NXT Debut & Wrestling With His Sons
AJ Styles has plenty to say about the future of WWE and whether his own in-ring career might really be finished.
On this episode of The AJ Styles Show, AJ and Tony Giles break down Zilla Fatu’s huge NXT arrival, the rise of Oba Femi and Bron Breakker, why AJ believes LA Knight is ready to be world champion, Solo Sikoa showing a whole new side of his personality, and the young stars AJ believes co
AJ Styles & Chris Van Vliet Break Down SummerSlam 2026, Brock Lesnar's Retirement & WWE's Biggest Returns
On this episode of The AJ Styles Show, AJ Styles and Tony Giles welcome one of wrestling's most respected interviewers, Chris Van Vliet, for an entertaining conversation covering everything happening in the world of WWE and beyond.
The trio dives deep into SummerSlam 2026, breaking down their favorite matches, the emotional performances from Nick Aldis and Gunther, Chad Gable's long-awaited Inter
AJ Styles Breaks Down WWE Releases, SummerSlam & the Future of WWE
The podcast has a new name, but it's still the same candid conversations with AJ Styles and Tony Giles.
In the debut episode of The AJ Styles Show, AJ shares his thoughts on WWE's latest roster changes, Grayson Waller's headline-making promo, the future of several recently released superstars, and why experience still matters in professional wrestling. He also offers a behind the scenes perspecti
AJ Styles Reveals What WWE Looks for in New Talent + Emotional TNA Return
AJ Styles returns with Tony Giles for another packed episode of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast, opening up about his emotional return to TNA at Slammiversary and what it meant to walk out one more time to "Ready to Fly."
AJ also shares behind-the-scenes stories from his growing role as a WWE coach and producer, including working with Tony D'Angelo, Mike Santana, and some of NXT's brightest risin
AJ Styles asks “What’s happening in WWE”
AJ Styles returns with Tony Giles for another episode of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast, covering everything from WWE's biggest storylines to classic gaming and behind-the-scenes wrestling memories.
AJ shares his thoughts on WWE's upcoming SummerSlam, including CM Punk's move to SmackDown, Gunther's current direction, Baron Corbin's return, and why he believes wrestling fans should stay patient b
AJ Styles Wants WWE in Japan
On this episode of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast, AJ Styles shares his vision for WWE establishing a permanent presence in Japan while preserving the country’s unique wrestling culture. After WWE’s expansion into Mexico through AAA, AJ imagines a future where Japanese talent could develop under the WWE umbrella without being forced to leave home for Raw, SmackDown or NXT.
AJ also explains how a
Sami Zayn Stuns WWE, AJ Styles Gives His Take & Retro Jake Reveals Gaming Treasures
Sami Zayn is the new Undisputed WWE Champion, and nobody saw it coming.
This week on The Phenomenally Retro Podcast, AJ Styles and Tony Giles react to one of the biggest surprises in WWE, discuss what it means for Cody Rhodes, Gunther, and SummerSlam, and share their predictions for where the championship picture goes next. They also break down the latest from NXT, including Tony D'Angelo, Oba Fe
AJ Styles on Son Avery's Wrestling Debut, Oba Femi's Rise & WWE Dream Matches
AJ Styles has plenty to celebrate on this week's episode of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast as he shares his emotional reaction to watching his son Avery make his professional wrestling debut in the main event of his very first match. AJ explains why he believes Avery's first outing was better than his own and offers a rare look at what it's like coaching the next generation of the Styles family.
AJ Styles Talks WWE’s Future Stars, Cody Rhodes, LA Knight & Championship Pressure
AJ Styles and Tony Giles dive into a packed week of wrestling and gaming discussion on the latest episode of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast. AJ shares his thoughts on WWE's future stars, including Oba Femi, Tony D'Angelo, LA Knight, Chad Gable, and several standout performers coming through NXT. He also weighs in on the King and Queen of the Ring tournaments, Cody Rhodes' championship run, and why
AJ Styles on Chad Gable’s WWE Rise, Vince McMahon, King & Queen of the Ring & Gaming Nostalgia
AJ Styles is back for another episode of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast and this week the WWE Hall of Famer joins Tony Giles from family vacation to talk wrestling, gaming, and everything in between.
AJ shares his thoughts on Chad Gable’s recent WWE rise, Dirty Dom Mysterio becoming one of wrestling’s biggest stars, and what makes El Grande Americano work so well. Plus, AJ opens up about working
AJ Styles Talks Chad Gable, WWE vs AAA, Clash in Italy & Wrestling’s Future
AJ Styles and Tony Giles break down one of the wildest weeks in wrestling, from Chad Gable and El Grande Americano stealing the spotlight in AAA to AJ’s honest thoughts on WWE’s Clash in Italy event.
AJ explains why Chad Gable deserves a bigger spotlight, what made the AAA storytelling work so well, and where WWE goes from here.
Plus, AJ shares behind-the-scenes insight into his growing role wi
AJ Styles on Life After WWE, Training Future Stars & Clash in Italy Predictions
WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles is back on The Phenomenally Retro Podcast with Tony Giles for a wide-ranging conversation on life after WWE, helping train the next generation of talent, and breaking down this weekend’s Clash in Italy PLE.
AJ shares what it’s been like working with rising stars at WWE developmental, why mentoring talent scratches the wrestling itch, and how passing along knowledge has
AJ Styles Talks Retirement, Brock Lesnar, WWE Return Rumors & Dream Matches | Phenomenally Retro
AJ Styles joins Tony Giles for another episode of Phenomenally Retro, diving into everything from retirement, WWE and Brock Lesnar’s return to dream matches and favorite memories from across his legendary career.
AJ shares candid thoughts on live events in WWE, why he believes house shows still matter, and responds to fan questions about Kenny Omega, John Cena, TNA, Japan, video games, and wheth
A.J Styles vs John Riggs vs Tony Giles - 3 Way Dance - The Phenomenally Retro Podcast - Episode 10
On Episode 10 of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast, WWE Grand Slam Champion and Hall of Fame member A.J Styles is back alongside host Tony Giles for more chat about the current professional wrestling landscape, A.J’s career and their shared love of retro video games.
Episode 10 also sees A.J and T.G in conversation with YouTube Retro Gamer John Riggs for even more retro gaming and wrestling actio
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