Wrestling the Ring: Smackdowns, Reruns and Real Talk!

Should Failure Be an Option?

Lindsay and Markel are back and better than ever with the revamped Wrestling the Ring podcast! This episode kicks off a new season of great conversations where wrestling, television, and real-life questions collide. They start with a quick catch-up on life — from art shows and finishing their office to Nile’s birthday and soccer updates. Lindsay introduces her new weekly segment, "Lindsay’s Deep Dive," where she re-watches classic TV episodes and reflects on the life questions they spark. You can find her full thoughts over at her blog, blackgirlwritesagain.blog [https://blackgirlwritesagain.blog]. This week’s big question? Should failure be an option? Lindsay and Markel dive into the idea of failure, hustle culture, and how to turn setbacks into growth opportunities. With inspiration from Zora Neale Hurston, they frame this season as one of asking bold questions and searching for real answers — all while keeping the laughs, love, and wrestling talk going. The Old School Archive and Trivia segments are teased for next week, and listeners are invited to join the conversation on Instagram (@wrestlingtheringpodcast) and X (@wrestlingtherng).

Let's Get Real!

We’re back, and this week, we’re keeping it raw and unfiltered! We’re catching you up on where we’ve been, what’s been going on behind the scenes, and the major moves we’ve been making. Plus, big news—Wrestling The Ring is now available on even more streaming platforms, so no excuses, fam! We also dive deep into our upcoming art and poetry exhibition, sharing the journey that led us here and the passion driving our work. It’s real, it’s personal, and it’s a conversation you don’t want to miss. Hit play now!

This year in 2005

Markel and Lindsay take a trip down memory lane to 2005, revisiting the biggest moments in wrestling, TV, and pop culture. From legendary matches to hit shows, they dive into what made the year unforgettable. Plus, Markel kicks things off with a classic J.R. Thunder promo, and the duo plays a fun round of "Would You Rather." Tune in for nostalgia, debates, and plenty of laughs!

Would you rather?

In this episode of Wrestling the Ring, Lindsay and Markel dive into a hilarious game of "Would You Rather," blending wrestling and TV scenarios with laugh-out-loud debates. From facing The Undertaker in a Hell in a Cell match to surviving the zombie apocalypse with Daryl Dixon, the choices get wild. Lindsay shares her reading goals and love for Catfish drama, while Markel highlights their upcoming art and poetry show, Stay Black and Die: A Black Life in 3 Acts. They also spotlight Jeff Hardy’s journey to his first WWE Championship in the "Old-School Archive" and tackle World War Z in Lindsay's thematic deep dive. Tune in, share your picks, and stay slammed!

New Phone...Who Dis?

This week, Lindsay and Markel celebrate completing 75 Hard Phase 2 and dive into the world of "new phone, who dis?" as they debate the greatest character changes in wrestling and TV history. From iconic wrestling reinventions to unforgettable TV transformations, the duo brings their unique insights and playful banter to the table. Plus, more laughs, surprises, and engaging moments from your favorite dynamic duo. Don’t miss this episode of Wrestling The Ring!