New year. Same hot takes.

The first Abdominal Stretch of the year asks the real questions:

Did RAW live up to the hype?

Is this the year MJF takes over?

And what happens when Cody and Drew enter Three Stages of Hell?

Let’s stretch.

an @DeeperIssuesNerdCast joint

It’s time to close the book on the year in pro wrestling.

Nathan, Pumps, and Pablo sit down to reflect, debate, and rank the year that was — breaking down their favorites, the absolute best, and the unforgettable worst across every corner of the wrestling world.

🏆 Wrestlers and moments that defined the year
🔥 Matches and storylines that delivered (and the ones that absolutely did not)
🤔 Hot takes, hindsight, and arguments that may or may not spiral out of control
😂 Laughs, grudges, and plenty of “how did THIS happen?” moments

Honest rankings, strong opinions, and classic Abdominal Stretch chaos.

Stretch wisely — feelings will be hurt. 🤼‍♂️💥

🎙️ This Week on The Abdominal Stretch

The chaos continues and the takes are flying.

👋 John Cena — the fallout from his last match has the wrestling world in its feelings, and we break down what comes next.
🧨 MJF tosses a grenade into the world title picture and walks away smiling.
🏠 Cody Rhodes attacks Drew McIntyre in his own home, officially making things VERY personal.
🎤 **CM Punk vs. Bron Breakker on the mic — generations collide, egos clash, and the tension is unreal.
🎄 Plus, pre-holiday shenanigans, spicy arguments, and unhinged energy as only The Abdominal Stretch can deliver.

Stretch first. Talk trash later. 💥🤼‍♂️

🎙️ This Week on The Abdominal Stretch

The wrestling world chose violence this week — and we’re here to stretch it until it hurts.

From John Cena’s final match and the emotional whiplash that followed, to a week of absolute chaos across RAW, SmackDown, and AEW, nothing is off the table. Legends took their bows, storylines swerved hard left, and the discourse online somehow got even louder than the crowd reactions.

We break down:

• The significance (and fallout) of Cena’s last ride
• What really went down on RAW and why it matters moving forward
• SmackDown twists that flipped the power dynamics overnight
• AEW continuing to embrace beautiful, unhinged chaos
• And the moments that had us yelling “WHO BOOKED THIS?!” (affectionately… mostly)

Plus — Nathan Haskill is BACK, and with him comes the spiciest takes, the loosest morals, and zero respect for your favorite wrestler’s feelings.

If you like your pro wrestling analysis loud, passionate, and slightly unhinged…
Welcome back to The Abdominal Stretch. 💥💪

🎙️ This Week in Pro Wrestling — we dive into all the biggest stories shaking up the wrestling world:

Special co-host: Lucha Underground star Mariachi Loco (@KEEPINITLOCO) who brings his insight to and some interesting stories from Lucha Underground.

TOPICS COVERED:
• Penta possibly injured — what we know and what it means
• Traditional 5-on-5 Survivor Series match announced
• War Games predictions — who we think walks out alive

Tune in for analysis, chaos, and the takes your pro-wrestling fandom depends on. 🎧🔥

🎙️ This Week on The Abdominal Stretch – The One Where Pumps Is READY to Throw Hands 😤

On this week’s episode, the wrestling world is in chaos, and so are we.

Maxxine Dupri shocks the division and walks out as the new Women’s Intercontinental Champion.

Gunther makes his long-awaited return

Penta vs Finn Bálor in a match that had us yelling at the screen.

We discuss the Last time. It's now.

Meanwhile, Nathan is fully in his “Cody & Solo Are My Dads” era, Nate spoils all of SmackDown like it’s his job, is excited about the return of the traditional 5 on 5 elimination match.

We break down and preview AEW Full Gear

The boys reminisce about Universal Studios in the 90s

And Pumps is absolutely ready to fight someone—possibly everyone.

Hot takes. Unhinged analysis. Your weekly dose of pro-wrestling chaos.

Your fandom awaits. 🎧🔥

🎙️ This Week on The Abdominal Stretch
The Final Time… is NOW. The clock has hit zero and we’re diving head-first into the chaos.

This week, we break down AEW Blood & Guts — the carnage, the storytelling, the spots that made us yell at the TV, and the choices that… well… made us question some life decisions.

But that’s not all:

Who actually leveled up coming out of the match?
Who needs a reset button?
What ripple effects will this have heading into the next PLE cycle?

Plus: all the other wild wrestling headlines you need to know, a few hot takes nobody asked for, and the usual blend of humor, armchair booking, and deep-cut fandom you expect Stretchamaniacs!

🎙️ The Abdominal Stretch – “Championship Chaos & Tournament Time”
On today’s Abdominal Stretch, we’re diving headfirst into the wild world of pro wrestling headlines:

🏆 John Cena’s 16-Man Tournament has officially kicked off — we’re breaking down our predictions, bracket favorites, and who’s most likely to run the table.

💥 CM Punk is your new World Champion, and we’ve got thoughts — was this the right move, or a short-term shocker?

👋 Jesse Ventura is out from Saturday Night Main Event — what happened, and who should replace him?

🌟 Daniel Garcia — is he a star or still missing that next-level spark?

👑 Chelsea Green is once again your Women’s U.S. Champion — we look back on Giulia’s reign

It’s all predictions, debates, and classic Abdominal Stretch energy — stretching the truth, breaking kayfabe, and having a damn good time doing it.