About this episode

The episode discusses the growing appeal of international wrestling events and WWE's global expansion efforts.

On this episode of Something To Wrestle with John Layfield, JBL and Conrad discuss the growing appeal of international wrestling events and why WWE is making a major push toward expanding its global footprint. John shares his thoughts on the huge news surrounding the reported purchase of New Japan and what it could mean for the future of the wrestling business worldwide. The guys also break down this weekend's Clash in Italy and Noches de la Grande, while diving into the unbelievable fan frenzy surrounding Danhausen. Plus, another hilarious edition of Curtain Jerkers with hall of fame, hardcore legend, Mick Foley! THIS WEEKS SPONSORS SOUL - Make today a good day, and get yourself some Soul gummies. Right now, Soul is offering my audience 30% off your entire order! Go to http://GetSoul.com and use the code WRESTLE. BLUECHEW - Right now, when you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code WRESTLE. Visit HTTP://BlueChew.com for more details and important safety information, and we thank BlueChew for sponsoring the podcast. BE KIND LET'S REWIND - Subscribe to Be Kind Let's Rewind - your weekly throwback to the 80s and 90s. New episodes every Friday on…

People in this episode

Host: Conrad

Guest: John Layfield

Topics covered

• international wrestling
• WWE expansion
• New Japan purchase
• Clash in Italy
• fan frenzy
• Mick Foley

Keywords

• international wrestling
• WWE
• New Japan
• Clash in Italy
• Danhausen
• Mick Foley
• wrestling business

Sponsors

Soul, BlueChew, Be Kind Let's Rewind, Morgan & Morgan

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WWE, New Japan, Better Wild

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