We Work Stiff
We Work Stiff is a podcast dedicated to New Japan Pro Wrestling, focusing on character analysis and storytelling within the promotion. It explores the narratives, rivalries, and creative decisions that make NJPW's product unique. Each episode examines matches and angles to uncover the deeper meaning behind the action. This show is aimed at wrestling fans who appreciate the art of long-term booking and character development.
Episodes
The Oiwassey: G1 Finals Review
A celebration show about an incredible G1 Climax Finals. To join the Club, get access to nightly G1 coverage, or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comUse code “Stiff1” for 50% off yearly membership. You can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworksti
Les 400 Chops: G1 Climax Final Week Catch Up
A conversation show where Josh introduces newer fans to the New Wave, and catches Dave, and any fans struggling to keep track, up to speed on the stories that have shaped, and are shaping, the key characters of the final week of G1 Climax 36.Track your G1 ratings via this awesome site:https://g1climax36.vercel.appTo join the Club, get access to nightly G1 coverage, or grab some merch to support th
The Stiffsons: 165th Episode Spectacular
A G1 Climax Stiff1 Clip show covering the best performers of the first 5 nights of the G1 by capturing what we said on the Stiff Club.Track your G1 ratings via this awesome site:https://g1climax36.vercel.appTo join the Club, get access to nightly G1 coverage, or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Or
G1uess Who: 2026 Stiff-1 Draft Special
A draft show about the G1 Climax with teams being drafted, and characters and stories discused, by WWS' Josh + Joel from the Super J-Cast and Sport of Pro Wrestling's Chris Samsa. To join the Club, get access to nightly G1 coverage, or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.com
Ready Stiff One: G136 Night 1 Preview
A conversation show about the first night of G1... and the exciting Stiff One coverage this G1 season.To join the Club, get access to nightly G1 coverage, or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn
Hey Hey It's PWA: Robbie Eagles Interview
A conversation show about Robbie Eagles.... with Robbies Eagles. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/On Redditreddit.com/r/WeWorkStiff/On
Scorcher VI: NJPW Dominion 2026 Review
A conversation show about Dominion's Dominion-ness.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/On Redditreddit.com/r/WeWorkStiff/On Youtubeyou
A YOHst Story
A conversation show about PoMo YOH.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/On Redditreddit.com/r/WeWorkStiff/On Youtubeyoutube.com/@weworkstif
True Bromance: Wrestling Dontaku Preview
A conversation show about Wrestling Dontaku.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/On Redditreddit.com/r/WeWorkStiff/On Youtubeyoutube.com/@w
The Long Good Friday: Sakura Genesis Review
A conversation show about making way for Callum Newman.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/On Redditreddit.com/r/WeWorkStiff/On Youtubeyou
Noojlander: Sakura Genesis Preview
The Stiff Bois are back with a conversation show about New Japan Pro Wrestling.Discussing the philosophy of the junior division, the possibility of a new Tiger Mask, expectations for BoSJ, the development system in NJPW and the key stories and matches on Sakura Genesis; this is a wide ranging chat that will hopefully have listeners pumped for Sakura Genesis and beyond. To join the Club or grab som
Callum See: New Japan Cup Final
Make Way for the Stiff Bois as they talk through the excitement around the youth push in NJPW after the Cup finals. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.co
Cup Brothers: New Japan Cup Catch Up
Dave is back to catch up for the Cup; as the finals draw near and the possibilities for story abound. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/
The Bracket: 2026 New Japan Cup Pick and Preview
Josh takes on The Sport of Pro Wrestling bracket and documents his own form of March Madness. We are not sure you will believe who Josh is picking to win... but we hope you can accept it, if it happens. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.com
Stronger Things: New Beginning in Osaka Primer
Better late than never. On the eve of New Beginning, Josh is solo once more, broadcasting on his ham radio out into the universe with a call to all wrestling fans to jump on board NJPW for 2026; as he shares a detailed primer on the key stories and character motivations heading into, and possible outcomes/implications leading from, and absolutely stacked Osaka card.To join the Club or grab some me
Speak No Evil: The changing landscape of New Japan in 2026
Josh is alone in a room talking about EVIL (and the new path towards stardom for those remaining in New Japan Pro Wrestling).To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagramins
Wolfs: Wrestle Kingdom + NY Dash Review
WE ARE BACK!To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/On Redditreddit.com/r/WeWorkStiff/On Youtubeyoutube.com/@weworkstiffEmail us atweworkstiff
NOOJED: A Stiffmas Carol
It's Stiffmas Day, we're gonna have some fun, a brand new start for everyone!The Stiff Bois are back among the Hosts of NJPW content. Only this time, it's 20+ all calling in to celebrate Tanahashi. These insights will move you in odd, and unusual ways, as you see how the Hosts of Stiffmas Past and Present are really previewing the Wrestle Kingdom yet to come.To join the Club or grab so
All The Presidents Men: The Story of NJPW in 2025
With Tana's retirement match now set, the Stiff Bois recall the year that was in NJPW, andeverything they heard along the way, to explain why they're feeling the way they're feeling; and ask questions of every side of the 'Discourse'.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club
The Stiff Bois: Yuya Uemura
The case for Yuya Uemura as the main character of NJPW.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Or weworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstif
One Baffle After Another: King of Pro-Wrestling Review
The Stiff Bois have returned from Josh’s Bucks weekend with a fresh perspective on how they are viewing New Japan in 2025. With King of Pro Wrestling, a show filled with great wrestling, bold decisions and 'curious' character directions, they have the perfect platform to jump back into the deep end with a good looking review. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.
The Stiff Bois: Kosei Fujita
The Stiff Bois return from a hiatus to debut a new series. Opening with Josh providing some context for the new series, a few apologies to our Stiffies for the delays, and thank yous to PWA for their hospitality on his Bucks weekend, the episode includes a short solo preview of King of Pro Wrestling at the start, but ultimately marks a new way forward for WWS. A new series focusing on breaking dow
In EVILing Color: G1 Final Review
Josh and Dave discuss the G1 Final; doing their best to understand their reaction, the Ariake fan reaction and the online reaction, to one of the most surreal matches in modern memory. Expect the unexpected as the Stiff Bois try their best to colour in between the lines. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club
Weapons: A WWS Special
Last weekend Josh saw Weapons, Yuya crash out, EVIL make the G1 semis and then got a random DM that set him off. He wanted to understand how he felt about all of it, so at 2:17pm he ran outside, contacted Dave, organised the pod, and the Stiff Bois recorded this Special WWS Episode on Trust, Talent and Tropes. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.
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The Stiff Bois return to catch everyone up on where the G1 is currently at - as Dave tries to cram as much G1 into the coming week as possible. What key stories, standout matches and notable themes you should be paying attention to as the tournament nears the final stages? The bois have you covered. If you’re catching up, new to the tournament or njpw, or looking to cherry pick, there’s something
Heat Fighter: G1 Climax 35 Preview
Whether it’s from HoT or the fanbase, NJPW has been feeling the heat this year – whilst generating plenty of their own. We need to find a fighter who can save us. Can this G1 provide that? The Stiff Bois are back to find out as they preview the tournament. Over 4 + hours they cover every character, talking strengths of schedule, win loss records, key rivals and their stories heading into the tourn
We're Back Mountain: G1 Schedule Reaction
He's back.Taichi made the G1 and saved the podcast. Josh and Dave saddle up, and get back on the horse, to react (in a good way this time) to the G1 schedule as it breaks and discuss the way forward in New Japan Pro Wrestling. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Or
Good Look: The one, and only, solo good looking pod
Josh is on his own to give an update on the podcast in the wake of the Dominion rant/review, as well as to discuss the happenings of NJPW, ZSJ's title win, Despy v Kasai and Aaron Wolf joining the company. Talking what's good in New Japan as the podcast shifts for the short term. All you lovely Stiffies out there, please, feel free to comment on what you would like to hear form the show in
Sabotage: Dominion Review
Dominion Review.Listen all y'all, it's a sabotage!To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Or weworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn Instagraminstagram.com/weworkstiff/On Redditreddit.com/r/W
Say Anything: NJPW Dominion Preview
Its preview show time and the Stiff Bois are ready to dive into this Dominion card to try and make sense of what has happened in NJPW to date, where we might be going, and the role Dominion may play in all of this. It’s a speculation spectacular as the lads preview every match, identify their concerns with NJPW as of late, highlight the ways the company might be able to adjust to feel more cohesiv
Maa Maa Land: BoSJ32 Final + Tournament Review
The Stiff Bois return to review a spectacular BoSJ final and reconcile their feelings for the tournament as a whole. Answering listener questions, and reflecting on key fan observations, the lads try to pinpoint the source of some of their frustrations, highlight the key takeaways, potentially offend an entire nation (also largest listener base for the pod) and start a ridiculous, unfounded, consp
YOHNESS BROTHERS: BoSJ Mid Tournament Update
The Stiff Bois are here, mid Super Jnr tournament, to give an update on their teams, the key performers and stand out matches, and identify the stories they feel New Japan fans should be paying attention to as the tour moves into its most consequential stages. But before that, the lads dedicate 1 hour to kick off the pod, echoing the sentiments of Yota Tsuji, to give a state of the union address i
Firedrafter: BoSJ32 Draft Special + Wrestling Dontaku Vibe Check
The Stiff Bois are joined by @fraserjapan to bring the joyous spirit of a night at the graps in Tokyo to the sacred WWS Stiff Draft format. The lads start the show by checking in with Fraser about his experience of Dontaku and how the home crowd is responding to the heroes of the new and old generation alike. Then it is Best of Super Junior Draft and Preview time. The Bois each work to assemble a
Funny Games: Wrestling Dontaku Preview
A massive week for News Japan Pro Wrestling. The Stiff Bois cover it all in a wide ranging discussion and preview of Wrestling Dontaku. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Orweworkstiff.comYou can find and follow the show:On X / twitter@weworkstiffOn I
Risky Business: NJPW Sakura Genesis Review
"There's a time for playing it safe and a time for... Risky Business."The Stiff Bois return to talk the big news coming out of Genesis weekend; talking Jnr Genesis, Sakura Genesis and previewing Windy City Riot. The lads start the show with an Ode to Korakuen, chat Despy the Ace, Connors character affirmation, the two Robbies and the BoSJ field. Then its on to Sneaky Snake SANADA, th
Moneyball: NJPW Sakura Genesis Preview
The Stiff Bois get to do what they love the most: preview a big show (and a nice looking Jnr show) by exploring smellness, throwing on their conspiracy caps, and debating as many logical outcomes and directions they can see. Should we expect David Finlay? Where to for Shota? How many feuds can EVIL manage? Is there a way forward for United Empire as currently positioned? Should we want more for EL
Cup Fiction: New Japan Cup Review
The Bois are back to their old tricks, going looking for the peculiar angles to what was a very rich New Japan Cup. They talk the Cup as a whole, why the pick ems being predictable is a good thing, how the direction is clear in ways that are exciting, why Taichi can’t win, why Yuya can’t lose, and why the old guard is still so valuable. Then it’s on to the Cup final and a deep discussion into the
ALF: New Japan Cup Final Preview
The Bois have endured Tropical Cyclone Alfred, and somehow amidst the chaos seen the entire New Japan Cup. The March Smellness prediction special was pretty close to foretelling the entire Cup, and as such has done a good job of covering the lads in their absence, but now as the Final is upon us, they are jumping on the record a Final preview. The lads talk the ever evolving NJPW match constructio
March Smellness: 2025 New Japan Cup Prediction Special
Listen to the Stiff Bois set themselves up for heartbreak and embarrassment as they each complete and discuss their definitive, undoubtedly happening, New Japan Cup brackets; previewing both the Cup and the year ahead for so many of New Japan's key stars.Plus, the lads give predictions to answer Stiffie questions about BoSJ, G1 and more.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.
Hirooki: New Beginning 2025 Review
The Stiff bois review one of New Japan's best shows this decade where the past, present and future of the promotion collide in the Goto Revolution.No written preview can do justice the joyous exploration that the lads undertake in reviewing this incredible show filled with moments that affirm why we all love New Japan Pro Wrestling.Lets go!!!!To join the Club or grab some merch to support the
Bridesmaid: New Beginning 2025 Preview
After an opening 25 minutes discussing the role of wrestling media in keeping power brokers in wrestling accountable the Stiff Bois dive into a comprehensive preview of New Beginning.Reviewing the key matches on the Road To and previewing every match to explore the stories going in and the possible directions coming out.To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.
Stiffie Nights: 2024 Golden Stiffies Primer
With a slower week in NJPW, with only a few shows on the Road to New Begining (which will be discussed in our big New Begining Preview next week), the Stiff bois have decided to create a Primer for the 2024 Golden Stiffies; outlining the categories, possible nominees and process for voting on the WWS annual award show.
This episode is one part refresher of the year that was, one part primer for a
Guerrilla Radio: Wrestle Kingdom Week Review
The Stiff Bois are back from Tokyo and have a lot of things to cover.
In a different kind of episode the lads spend the first 1 hour and 20 minutes covering the many shows they attended in the lead up to the Dome (chatting All Japan, Big Japan, NOAH, Impact haha, DDT and TJPW), thank the many generous Stiffies they met, then spend and hour breaking down every match of Wrestle Kingdom from a live
Wrestle Stiffmas: Stiffmas Vacation
It's that time.
Stiffmas time is here.
Everybody knows there's not a better time of year.
Hip hip Hooray its Stiffmas Vacation!
The Stiff Bois conduct and then collate 19 interviews to celebrate Wrestle Kingdom 19. Every match covered in immense depth in the most comprehensive Dome preview show possible.
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Happy Nomore: Tag League Catch-Up
The Stiff Bois break their sabbatical to check in an discuss Tag League through the lens of the Final. Huge Dome matches are made, key relationships are developed, stories progressed, and Gabe Kidd shouts, sings and shines.
Plus, the lads talk about the work they've been doing to create Wrestle Stiffmas, unveil the theme, and hint to some of the guests; whilst offering Stiffies the chance to join
Smouldering Hill: World Tag League Preview
It's beginning to look alot like Stiffmas and so the Stiff Bois are talking all things New Japan as they look forward to a busy Wrestle Kingdom season.
The lads chat the Wrestle Kingdom and Wrestle Dynasty match announcements, focusing on the discourse surrounding Shota Umino, highlight some key match ups from Historic Cross Over and then preview the teams in World Tag League - whilst exploring t
Barking Dogs Never Bite: NJPW Power Struggle Review
The Stiff Bois review an incredible Power Struggle show with this 4 hour super sized pod. The lads discuss every match, providing detailed thoughts on the key moments in, and overall quality of, the match-ups that unfolded - bit reserving extra time to talk the big angles on this show.
There were a bunch of them and the Stiff Bois dedicate the time to trace the development of the stories that lea
Tag League Nights: SJTL Review + Power Struggle Preview
With Super Jr Tag League wrapping up, the Bois find a moment in time to record a Power Struggle Preview; which becomes a classic WWS style discussion show.
Talking both blocks of SJTL, the standout teams and key story points for the first half of the episode, before breaking down the narrative hooks and points of interest for the matches announced for Power Struggle.
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3 Ninjas: Robbie Eagles previews Super Jr Tag League
For the 3rd consecutive year Robbie Eagles Work Stiff.
Starting off, the lads chat with Bob about his hectic 2024 schedule, get his thoughts on the growth of TMDK, including who else could be wearing orange sooner rather than later, his experience of being alongside ZSJ for the G1 final, his trust in Zack as IWGP champ and a range of stories from the TMDK bus.
Then the Bois get down to business, g
Stand By Me: King of Pro Wrestling 2024 Review
Zack has brought it home and ushered in a new era and orange you glad it has finally happened?
Triumph and heartbreak punctuated an eventful King of Pro Wrestling show and the Stiff Bois are here to review it all. The lads exult in what was a great show, detailing all the key highs, big moments, interesting beats and controversial reactions.
The lads bask in the orange glow of ZSJ, breaking down
Goto The Top: King of Pro Wrestling Preview
With a huge King of Pro Wrestling on the horizon, the lads put together another huge preview special. Every match is covered, from the characters entering into them, the stories that have lead to such, the possible directions and expected outcomes, as we all begin to speculate as to what Wrestle Kingdom will bring us.
The Bois also chat LiJ up and down the card, the Young Lion system, Ugg, Aussie
House of the Dragon: NJPW Destruction in Kobe 24 Review
This Destruction in Kobe review show is one for the fans of the unsung heroes of NJPW and the underrated aspects of the promotions direction in 2024.
Every match is discussed as the lads try and assess how well they read the story heading in, what outcomes or moments surprised them on the night, and where they feel this may all be heading for the key characters as King of Pro Wrestling looms larg
Never Stop Never Stopping: Destruction in Kobe 24 Preview
YOSHI-HASHI and David Finlay are stealing the show in the build to one of the more sneaky stacked and intriguing shows of New Japan's year.
This is the world we live in and it is awesome. So, to honour this momentous occasion the Stiff Bois are back to provide a WWS staple, and dive deep into a Destruction on Kobe Preview.
Talking every match, the characters and stories going in, possible ou
Enter the Void: NJPW Destruction Tour
The Stiff Bois are BACK excitedly discussing the big matches from the NJPW Destruction Tour and the key story directions coming out of it. The ones that NJPW is assuredly establishing and some that feel like they are bubbling under ther surface.
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The Curious Case of Zack Sabre Jr: The Future of NJPW post G1
The Stiff Bois gather for a good old fashioned post G1 specualtion fest.
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The Castle: St1ff G1 Review
The Stiff Bois are joined by the Sweet Bois to review the entire G1, including the epic ZSJ run to, and including, the Final, the MVP’s of the tourney, the surprise stories and possible future directions. To join the Club or grab some merch to support the show.thestiff.club Or weworkstiff.com
Long Shot: G1 Block Finals Preview + Nights 8-14 Review
The Stiff Bois are back to review G1 Nights 8-14 and preview the Block final nights.
By previewing every match, the lads are able to detail the key narratives of the tournament, and key match ups heading into the knockout stage whilst also outlining who has impressed in this tournament, who has surprised and what this means for the future of New Japan.
With surprising insights that may upset so
Gabe Kidd & The Dragon: G1 nights 4-7 Review
The Stiff Bois are back and life is good for the lads as some of their Starters are stealing the headlines.
Josh and Dave review nights 4-7 by discussing the most impressive bois, surprising performances and best matches from the 4 #St1ff teams.
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The Secret Life of Boltin Oleg: G1 Nights 1-3 Review
The G1 / St1ff is underway and the Bois are beyond pumped. Reviewing night 1-3 by discussing the most impressive bois, surprising performances and best matches from the 4 #St1ff teams. Plus we answer questions from the Stiffies.
A fun show that we hope reflects the level of excitement fans are feeling about this tournament.
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2024 Stiff1 Draft + G1 Climax Preview Super Show
It is Stiffmas in July with this G1 Fantasty Draft and Preview Show.
The Stiff Bois, Josh and Dave, are joined by the Sweet Bois, Curtis and Raffe (from the Ichiban Sweet Cast) to go over the entire field and assemble the squads that can take out the most points thie G1 Climax.
It's the STIFF1
Every wrestler, their key stories, key matches, expected journeys through the tournament and odds
Fallout: Forbidden Door 2024
The Stiff Bois return to discuss Forbidden Door from a NJPW character and storytelling standpoint. Where the concept is at year 3, the addition of Wrestle Dynasty and whether this adds context to this years build, what it could mean for NJPW come January, then we dive into the involvement and impact of NJPW guys on the show, the IWGP title match and all of the Fallout as we head through Soul (whic
Ghost World: NJPW Mid Year Review
The Bois take stock of New Japan in 2024, reflecting on President Tanahashi's 10 point plan to identify 5 key themes for analysing where NJPW is heading into Forbidden Door and the all important G1 season.
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House of Fun: NJPW Dominion + DespeInvi Review
The Dominion Review Show.
Discussing every match, and the stories and characters from this enjoyable, albeit still contentious, show + wax lyrical about the House of Fun that was the Despe Invitational.
Also, a NJPW Soul (aka Dominion Part 2) preview.
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Along Came Despy: NJPW Dominion 2024 Preview
The Dominion Preview Show.
Discussing every match, and the stories and characters we think you should be following whilst chatting the hype surrounding Despy v Taiji and Henare v Shingo and discussing the show wide narrative that is Mox vs HoT and the need for a change.
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Bob's Bangers: BOSJ31 Review and Semi-Finals preview
The Stiff Bois are back just in time to preview the BOSJ semi-finals. After an eventful week, including Dave getting sick and missing the typical recording window, the lads gathered directly after the final night of Block action to provide a comprehensive character review of BOSJ31.
Debating who was this years MVP the bois cover a range of impressive characters, standout moments, and banger matche
DRILLA: BoSJ nights 4-8 review
The Stiff Bois return, and are getting used to this live to tape approach, with a packed show talking the big news of the BoSJ.
From the Dominion main event, to Akira's unfortunate injury, the infrastructure of the jnr division and what it represents in relation to the whole of New Japan Pro Wrestling, Drilla on commentary, Despy v Connors, the standout performers, and we answer all our Stiff
Mack and Me: NJPW Resurgence and BoSJ nights 1-3 review
The Stiff Bois embark on a journey into a brand new world as they record this episode live to tape. The safety net of the edit is gone and the lads are left to cover the big talking points of New Japan in a free flowing chat.
The Bois discuss the Strong tag titles and the Strong title scene in general, Gabe Kidd's command over every aspect of pro wrestling, Mox v Shooter passes the test, The M
This is your Stiff: WWS 100th Episode
After a short Tamashii rant, the Stiff bois celebrate #Stiff100 by answering your questions.
Over 4 hours of the The Stiff Bois opening the mail sack to discuss what you want to talk about. Over 25 questions covering a wide range of New Japan Pro Wrestling topics are explored. From BOSJ31, G1, Reiwa 3, Gabe Kidd, Best Stories and hypothetical Stiff fights!
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Ghost Dad: NJPW Wrestling Dontaku Preview
Off the back of an experimental episode about a seemingly nebulous topic, the Stiff Bois return to some well worn terrain to provide a full deep dive preview of Wrestling Dontaku; whilst also covering all the happenings from the road to.
This is a huge show, diving deep into the characters and stories on both nights, as the New Generation start shooting company wide shots, the lads find themselve
Double Feature: Everything New Japan All At Once
This is not a normal episode. It's not even a normal double feature. But, after an eventful week for the show online, the Bois gather to explore the differing views on contemporary pro-wrestling through the lens of how they see pro-wresting.
The result is an experimental podcast that acts as a rumination on the current NJPW approach to storytelling and the reaction of fans when this interfaces
Breaking Mox: NJPW Windy City Riot Review
Mox is IWGP champion and the landscape of New Japan has seemingly shifted on its axis.
But have no fear, old and new fans alike, the Sitff Bois are here to guide you through what this monumental move will mean for the characters and stories of New Japan; all whilst reviewing an awesome Windy City Riot show (+ some Wrestling World Taiwan).
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Hooligans: NJPW Sakura Genesis Review + Windy City Riot Preview
It's a massive review and preview show.
The lads breakdown the key stories directions from Sakura Genesis and speculate about how these will progress at both Windy City Riot in Chicago and Wrestling World Taiwan.
Is it Mox's time?
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Do the Right Thing: NJPW Sakura Genesis Preview
The Stiff Bois are leaving the meta-discourse in the dust and focussing on providing a classic WWS style preview show. Every match on the card will be dissected to uncover the key narratives, character motivations and potential future directions for all involved.
Sakura Genesis, in many ways, feels like a landmark moment in the future direction of New Japan for 2024, and this episode sees the lad
Golden Stiffies Award Show
With a short break from NJPW touring action, the Stiff Bois have time to take a break from engaging in the dreaded discourse, and can finally reveal the listener voted Golden Stiffie Award winners.
Because it's a bit late, the lads can start to do some of that classic WWS projecting to think about who could be in the running for each category by the end of the year.
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HoT Ones: New Japan Cup Final
Was the juice worth the squeeze?
The Stiff Bois discuss a controversial New Japan Cup, through the lens of House of Torture, to provide HoT takes on the different types of storytelling that aid the rise of pro wrestling characters; important concepts when considering the rise of Yota Tsuji.
This is a shorter and more focused episode aimed at assessing if the ends justify the means when we the en
Teenage Mutant Reiwa Turtles: The New Japan Cup Continues
The NJ Cup rolls on and the Stiff Bois are back to ask some questions, tackle loud assumptions, and work to uncover the stories that are happening in the shadow of the House.
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Moonshot: 2024 New Japan Cup Preview
A full New Japan Cup preview detailing every one of the 28 participants prospects, match-ups and potential narratives throughout the Cup.
Plus, the Bois share some love for Sting and AEW.
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Devil's Advocate: The State of NJPW's New Beginning
The episode where we review New Beginning in Sapporo and likely annoy Wrestling twitter.
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Big Trouble at New Beginning: NJPW New Beginning in Sapporo
The Wholesome Aussie Stiff Bois preview two big NJPW nights in Sapporo.
Chatting the curious direction for ZSJ, the IWGP women’s title potential, Despy’s reformation school for wayward bois, GOD v GOD, J5G v LIJ as experienced through Hair v Hair and spend a long time diving deep into our excitement and expectation surrounding Nic Nemeth stepping into war vs David Finlay.
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Best Bout: Times II - NJPW New Beginning in Osaka Main Events Review
Danielson vs ZSJ.
War Dogs V United Empire.
This is all the Wholesome Aussie Stiff Bois are talking about on this episode. Because the matches demand it.
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