Wrestlenomics
Wrestlenomics covers the business of pro wrestling. Pollock & Thurston is a weekly podcast hosted by John Pollock of POST Wrestling and Wrestlenomics’ Brandon Thurston. They are often joined by a relevant guest.
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On the show
- Brandon Thurston2 eps
- Jennifer Kay1 ep
- George Barrios1 ep
Also: Damian Abraham, Missy Hyatt
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Total monthly reach
Based on 1 signal.
Built from
By chart position
- 🇺🇸United States · WrestlingHOME#7429K to 154K
- 🇬🇧United Kingdom · Wrestling#732.1K to 11K
- 🇪🇸Spain · Wrestling#501.5K to 8.1K
- 🇯🇵Japan · Wrestling#511.5K to 7.8K
- 🇦🇺Australia · Wrestling#691.2K to 6.1K
- Per-Episode Audience
Est. listeners per new episode within ~30 days
39K to 206K🎙 ~2x weekly·501 episodes·Last published 5d ago - Monthly Reach
Unique listeners across all episodes (30 days)
78K to 412K🇺🇸75%🇬🇧5%🇪🇸4%+7 more - Active Followers
Loyal subscribers who consistently listen
43K to 227K
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 10/23/26 |  Ring boy lawsuit continues | Netflix upheaval | NXT vs. Blood & Guts | Pollock & Thurston | John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are back for another week to chat about a Maryland judge denying an attempt to have the ring boy lawsuit thrown out. Netflix has a tumultuous week of layoffs, its earnings report, and a new chief content officer. Plus, the U.S. Midterms allow NXT to revive the Wednesday Night War. Topics this week include:Judge denies WWE & McMahons’ attempt to throw out ring boy suitUpdate on conflict in Saudi Arabia: Dammam airport attackNetflix reports its Q3 earnings after firingsPeter Rice’s history with WWENXT to air against AEW Blood & Guts on Nov. 4 Legal updates:WWE merger lawsuit: WWE’s effort to keep Netflix information redacted deniedFlorida v. Barthel: MTD deniedRobertson petition: protection order extendedDispensa v. AEW: Motion to relocate case deniedAEW v. Triller: Trial date setAEW v. Queen of the RingAEW v. Nemeth: Request to replyMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | 1h 19m 59s | ||||||
| 10/16/26 |  WWE’s Saudi Arabia Dilemma | WrestleMania 42 Ticket Sales | Pollock & Thurston | John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover WWE’s Crown Jewel dilemma in Saudi Arabia, WrestleMania 42 ticket sales, and Max Caster's firing by TNA. Video version: https://www.youtube.com/live/dpxqVsy-zFgTopics this week include:WrestleMania 42 gatesWWE ticket price movementTNA fires Max Caster over Bound for Glory rapWrestleDream media call with Tony KhanAttacks in Saudi Arabia and status of Crown JewelComplaint filed against Montez Ford & WWEVince McMahon charges dismissed over 2025 car crashBela Bejaria out at Netflix Opposition to AEW’s Renewed Motion to SealMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | 1h 10m 56s | ||||||
| 10/9/26 |  Skydance | WON Hall of Fame Ballot | Engagement Index | Pollock & Thurston | John Pollock and Brandon Thurston cover the closing of Paramount’s deal to acquire WBD and its long-term impact, preview this year’s Observer Hall of Fame candidates, and introduce the Wrestlenomics Engagement Index. Video version: https://www.youtube.com/live/OP2sSfAiVlcTopics this week include:Paramount’s acquisition of WBD is complete Missile attacks in Saudi Arabia Keanu Carver released by WWE, per report NXT and AEW Grand Slam France ratings Preview: Wrestlenomics Engagement Index WON Hall of Fame Ballot Music courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | 1h 33m 06s | ||||||
| 10/2/26 |  PAC | Petition against Keanu Carver | Christy Hemme’s Study | Pollock & Thurston | John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss the sudden passing of PAC, their reporting on the Order of Protection filed against an NXT talent, and a look at Christy Hemme’s recent paper. Video version: https://youtube.com/live/LrLoarqLfy8Topics this week include:The death of Benjamin SatterleyOrder of protection filed against NXT’s Keanu CarverHow WWE’s Worlds Collide performed on YouTube?Judge approves settlement in Paramount case Christy Hemme’s paper on occupational risks for pro wrestlersWWE and Bleacher Report enter content dealAri Emanuel will NEVER sell TKOMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | 1h 23m 46s | ||||||
| 9/25/26 |  Our Interview with Janel Grant | Ari Emanuel’s Book | WWE on Rumble | Pollock & Thurston | John Pollock and Brandon Thurston discuss their interview with Janel Grant released earlier this week, Paramount settles antitrust suit, Tony Khan’s All Out Media Call, WWE inks deal with Rumble, and Ari Emanuel covers Vince McMahon’s exit in his memoir. VIDEO VERSION: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m41GbevkA1ETopics this week include:Our interview with Janel Grant Paramount settlement is reached in antitrust suit AEW All Out media call with Tony KhanAri Emanuel recounts Vince McMahon’s exit from TKO in memoirWWE Main Event on RumbleWWE Raw’s Netflix numbers for 9/14 in Mexico CityESPN gets involved in WWE streaming suitThurston seeking records from LVCVA for WrestleMania 41Ryan Nemeth v. AEW update, language in AEW contractsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | 1h 37m 32s | ||||||
| 9/23/26 |  In Her Own Words: An Exclusive interview with Janel Grant | Pollock & Thurston | Note: This contains references to suicidal ideation and to alleged sexual abuse, including of a minor, which may disturb some listeners. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis, you can find confidential support services in your country through findahelpline.com.John Pollock and Brandon Thurston are joined by Janel Grant for an exclusive, wide-ranging interview about her life and her reaction to becoming a key figure at the center of the scandal around Vince McMahon in 2022 and beyond.She alleged in harrowing detail in her lawsuit that McMahon sexually abused her, which he denies. But what can hardly be disputed is that she abruptly went from having a private life to becoming a key figure in a high-stakes corporate scandal that made headlines worldwide. And it’s clear that’s a significant part of what occupies the former WWE employee today.Video version: https://youtu.be/Ya-8KM10TnoRead our written version of this interview: https://www.postwrestling.com/2026/09/22/in-her-own-words-an-exclusive-interview-with-janel-grant/Music courtesy: “Sunn Forest” by ELPHNTPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | 1h 15m 41s | ||||||
| 9/18/26 |  CMLL & AAA’s Big Week | Saudi Arabia Travel | Drug Testing | Pollock & Thurston | John Pollock and Brandon Thurston welcome The Cubs Fan from Luchablog to speak about the biggest week of the year for AAA & CMLL following TripleMania 34, WWE’s recent shows, and this weekend’s Aniversario card.We also dive into the news of a travel warning in Saudi Arabia with WWE scheduled to host Crown Jewel in November, the broadcast situation involving Worlds Collide, Janel Grant speaks at a Connecticut event, and Ari Emanuel is about to release a book.Topics this week include:Travel advisory issued for Saudi Arabia, WWE Crown Jewel in NovemberAEW All Out is sold out What is going on with WWE Worlds Collide? Janel Grant receives Advocacy in Action Award, posts speech MLW gets new deal with Tubi, moves to Thursdays WWE Raw’s ranking for the Sept. 7 episode on Netflix WWE programming in Japan moving to Netflix on Oct. 1 AEW programming moving to Hulu Japan in November Ari Emanuel’s upcoming book releaseTRT, Peptides and PEDsMusic courtesy: “Panic Beat” by Ben TramerPOST WrestlingSubscribe: https://postwrestling.com/subscribePatreon: http://postwrestlingcafe.comForum: https://forum.postwrestling.comDiscord: https://discord.com/invite/Q795HhRTwitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @POSTwrestlingBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/postwrestling.comWrestlenomicsSubscribe: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/Patreon: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomicsSubstack: https://wrestlenomics.substack.com/Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/YouTube: @WrestlenomicsBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/wrestlenomics.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy | 1h 22m 13s | ||||||
| 9/11/26 | Andy Williamspro wrestling+5 | Damian Abraham | Fucked UpEverytime I Die+4 | — | Andy WilliamsThe Butcher+6 | — | 1h 20m 31s | ||
| 9/4/26 | AEW All In Londonwrestling business analysis+4 | — | AEWWWE+3 | Middle EastNorth Africa | AEWAll In London+6 | — | 1h 08m 50s | ||
| 8/26/26 | AEW All In LondonWWE merger lawsuit+4 | — | ESPNWWE+1 | — | AEWWWE+6 | — | 1h 12m 13s | ||
| 8/21/26 | WrestleMania 42 attendanceMissy Hyatt allegations+5 | Missy Hyatt | Las Vegas Stadium AuthorityAEW+2 | — | WrestleMania 42Missy Hyatt+7 | — | 1h 19m 26s | ||
| 8/14/26 | WWE merger settlementG1 Climax performance+3 | — | WWENetflix+1 | LondonChicago | WWEmerger+5 | — | 57m 06s | ||
| 8/7/26 | TKO earnings reportWWE merger settlement+4 | — | DUDE WipesTKO+4 | — | TKOWWE+6 | — | 1h 19m 03s | ||
| 7/31/26 | Paramount-WBD MergerJanel Grant case+5 | — | ParamountWBD+7 | Minneapolis | ParamountWBD+7 | — | 1h 20m 37s | ||
| 7/24/26 | WWE viewershiparbitration+4 | — | WWESiriusXM+3 | — | WWENetflix+5 | — | 1h 20m 09s | ||
| 7/17/26 | TNA Wrestling historyWWE vs AEW+4 | — | TNAWWE+3 | ChicagoHouston | TNAWWE+6 | — | 1h 32m 04s | ||
| 7/10/26 | AEW contractsConor McGregor return+4 | — | AEWUFC+4 | IllinoisNOW Arena | AEWConor McGregor+6 | — | 1h 00m 32s | ||
| 7/3/26 | WWE transaction processAri Emanuel's legal help+4 | — | WWENXT+3 | London | WWEAri Emanuel+7 | — | 1h 17m 47s | ||
| 6/26/26 | WWEAEW+5 | — | WWEAEW+2 | — | WWEAEW+8 | — | 1h 26m 37s | ||
| 6/19/26 | UFC Freedom 250TNA shakeup+4 | George Barrios | TNAU.S. Department of Justice+3 | — | UFCTNA+5 | — | 1h 25m 32s | ||
| 6/12/26 | private arbitrationWWE lawsuit+5 | — | WWEWSJ+3 | — | arbitrationWWE+7 | — | 1h 14m 50s | ||
| 6/5/26 | WWE shareholder lawsuitNXT Great American Bash+4 | — | WWEDelaware Court of Chancery+3 | Canada | WWEshareholder lawsuit+7 | — | 1h 34m 59s | ||
| 5/29/26 | shareholder lawsuitsanctions+5 | — | WWEBushiroad+5 | — | Vince McMahonNick Khan+8 | — | 1h 32m 42s | ||
| 5/22/26 | viewership statslawsuit anonymity+4 | — | WWEParamount+6 | — | Rousey vs. CaranoAEW+6 | — | 1h 19m 38s | ||
| 5/15/26 | lawsuitswrestler unionization+5 | Jennifer Kay | WWETriller+4 | London | TrillerWWE+8 | — | 1h 43m 24s | ||
| 5/8/26 | TKO Q1 EarningsWWE TV Contracts+5 | — | WWEAEW | — | TKOWWE+5 | — | 1h 18m 03s | ||
| 4/30/26 | WWE Town HallWrestleMania+4 | — | Hulk Hogan - Real American MusicWWE+3 | Saudi ArabiaBerwyn Eagle Club | WWEWrestleMania+5 | — | 1h 09m 38s | ||
| 4/24/26 | WrestleMania 42 business figuresESPN reporter denied credentials+4 | — | Panic BeatTKO+6 | Las VegasSaudi Arabia | WrestleManiaTKO+7 | — | 1h 24m 09s | ||
| 4/16/26 | WWE talent payWrestleMania ticket sales+3 | Brandon Thurston | POST WrestlingWWE+1 | — | WWEWrestleMania+3 | — | 24m 55s | ||
| 4/10/26 | TNA talent removalWWE shareholder lawsuit+3 | — | TNAAEW+1 | — | TNAWWE+6 | — | 1h 22m 11s | ||
| 4/7/26 | shareholder lawsuitinternal texts+3 | — | WWETKO+1 | — | Paul LevesqueNick Khan+5 | — | 38m 35s | ||
| 4/3/26 | Janel Grant caseWWE arbitration+4 | — | WWERuthless Pro Wrestling+4 | — | Janel GrantVince McMahon+6 | — | 1h 22m 30s | ||
| 3/27/26 | All In London ticket estimateMuhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act+4 | — | NielsenLiveNation+3 | LondonWembley | All In LondonMuhammad Ali Act+7 | — | 1h 09m 47s | ||
| 3/20/26 | Tony Khan bid on WWEWWE Saudi Arabia plans+4 | Brandon Thurston | WWEFront Office Sports+1 | Saudi Arabia | Tony KhanWWE+6 | — | 1h 09m 49s | ||
| 3/13/26 | ESPN WWE reviewsAEW streaming service+3 | — | ESPNWWE+2 | — | ESPNWWE+6 | — | 1h 13m 23s | ||
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Chart history for Wrestlenomics
Peaked at #20 in CL, currently #20 in CL.
| Market | Genre | Peak | Current | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CL | — | #20 | #20 | — |
| Spain | — | #50 | #50 | — |
| Japan | — | #51 | #51 | — |
| Ireland | — | #52 | #52 | — |
| Australia | — | #69 | #69 | — |
| United Kingdom | — | #73 | #73 | — |
| United States | — | #74 | #74 | — |
| France | — | #87 | #87 | — |
| Germany | — | #103 | #103 | — |
| Canada | — | #106 | #106 | — |
Chart Positions
10 placements across 10 markets.
Chart Positions
10 placements across 10 markets.