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Elite Heat
Hosted by Tim Taylor Doug Jean · EN
Elite Heat is the All Elite Wrestling podcast for fans who want more than just a recap.
Every week, Tim and Doug — two AEW fans who've been All Elite since day one — react to AEW Dynamite and Collision, break down the latest storylines, analyze the characters driving the product, and give you their unfiltered take on everything happening in All Elite Wrestling.
From weekly show reactions to PPV breakdowns, roster moves to long-term booking analysis, Elite Heat covers the full spectrum of AEW. No fluff, no filler...just two passionate pro wrestling fans who care deeply about the product and aren't afraid to say exactly what they think.
New episodes drop every week. Subscribe and join the conversation.
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The Build To Double Or Nothing: MJF's Hair, Darby Impresses Again, & The Women Need A Direction
1w ago00:53:23Tap to summarizeAEW is officially on the road to Double or Nothing, and this week’s massive Dynamite + Collision combo episode gave us a LOT to unpack. On this solo episode of Elite Heat, we break down the biggest stories, best matches, confusing creative choices, and the angles that could define AEW’s summer.Darby Allin continues winning people over as world champion, and raises the stakes with MJF. Will Ospreay is caught in the middle of a war between the Death Riders and Samoa Joe’s crew, and Kazuchika Okada finally steps into the AEW World Title picture.We also dive into: Why AEW’s main event stories are clicking right now The growing intrigue around Ospreay and the Death Riders Whether AEW has lost direction for parts of the women’s and tag divisions The future of Swerve Strickland, Kenny Omega, and the Don Callis Family Why Darby vs MJF suddenly feels unpredictable Stadium Stampede setup and potential mystery teammates Thekla, Jamie Hayter, Kris Statlander, Mina Shirakawa, Harley Cameron & the state of the women’s division Rush continuing to build momentum Why the Young Bucks, Bang Bang Gang, and several top stars feel directionless heading into Double or Nothing PLUS: 🔥 Match of the Night 🔥 Best storyline in AEW right now 🔥 Fairway to Hell reactions 🔥 Darby vs Okada predictions 🔥 Is AEW finally getting its PPV builds right?Like what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
Transcribe →Intrigue Abounds: Darby Delivers, MJF Shocked, and Ospreay’s Next Move
2w ago01:11:10Tap to summarizeThis week’s AEW Dynamite delivered big matches, surprising results, and a TON of storyline movement heading toward Double or Nothing.We break down everything from Darby Allin’s continued rise as champion to MJF’s shocking loss, plus why Will Ospreay might be the most interesting piece on the board right now.In this episode: MJF vs. Kevin Knight opens with a surprise result Darby Allin’s title run: are we believers now? Brody King vs. Darby delivers in an excellent main event Will Ospreay caught between Moxley and Samoa Joe’s factions Swerve returns… but why Bandido? Okada vs. Ace Austin and why it mattered more than the result Cope & Christian vs. FTR: are they overbooking this feud? Jericho continues to get dismantled week after week The women’s division struggles with direction (and why it matters) What AEW is getting right with storytelling right now Key Takeaways: AEW is leaning heavily into long-term storytelling and it’s working in several major angles. But while the men’s divisions feel focused, the women’s division still lacks clear direction.Like what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
Transcribe →Welcome To The Darby Era
3w ago01:05:59Tap to summarizeDarby Allin is your new AEW World Champion and whether you love it or not, AEW is going all-in on making it matter.This week, we break down why the move might actually be smart for business, how it’s already creating buzz, and what it means moving forward.🔥 What We Cover:Darby as Champion: Fighting champ vibes, strong crowd reaction, and a new level of credibility after a standout main event MJF Wants His Rematch: Denied… unless he puts something on the line. Are we headed for a double title match? Match of the Night: Darby vs. Ciampa delivers and makes Darby feel legit Sleeper Pick: Brody King vs. Lio Rush - strange, fun, and surprisingly compelling Ospreay vs. Davis: Great match, controversial doctor stoppage, and a mysterious post-match “kidnapping” Recurring Issues: “Calling your shot” and constant stipulations - working or overdone? Samoa Joe Returns: Quick, effective, and slightly out of nowhere Death Riders: Still confusing… but now kind of interesting again🎯 Final Take:A strong in-ring show with some uneven storytelling—but overall, interesting enough to keep you watching.Like what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
Transcribe →It's Darby Time: Shocking Results & A Lot Of Promos
4w ago01:08:40Tap to summarizeWell then...AEW Dynamite went off the rails in the best - and most divisive - way possible this week. A chaotic main event, a lightning-fast world title change, and a string of promos that either advanced major stories or added to the growing questions around AEW’s creative direction.In this episode, we break down everything that mattered: the shocking MJF vs. Darby Allin finish, the controversial AEW World Championship change, and what it all signals heading into Double or Nothing, Forbidden Door, and the road to All In.We also dig into standout segments, including Jericho, FTR’s promo, and speculate on the future for Swerve, Ospreay, Okada, and Takeshita. Plus what AEW might actually be building toward.Most importantly: what does a sudden title shift like this do to AEW’s long-term storytelling and who actually benefits from it?Key Topics Covered The shocking MJF vs. Darby Allin main event finish and fallout The controversial AEW World Championship change and booking debate Jericho’s continuing feud with Ricochet and The Demand Willow Nightingale vs. Kamille and evolving women’s division stories Commentary on AEW storytelling consistency and creative structure Swerve Strickland, Will Ospreay, and early All In direction speculation Kenny Omega, Claudio Castagnoli, and Jon Moxley storyline updates The build (and confusion) around Forbidden Door and upcoming PPVs Like what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.socialTimestamps00:00 – AEW Dynamite reaction: shock, chaos, and big-picture thoughts 02:00 – MJF opening segment and tone setting 05:00 – MJF promo breakdown and character direction 09:30 – MJF vs. Darby Allin build and segment pacing 13:00 – World title picture discussion and current contenders 16:00 – FTR promo and tag division direction 19:30 – Claudio vs. Kevin Knight (TNT Title) booking critique 22:00 – Jericho return and faction speculation 25:00 – Okada & Takeshita backstage storyline teases 28:00 – Will Ospreay spotlight and match takeaways 31:00 – Willow vs. Kamille breakdown 34:00 – Statlander / Willow storyline progression 36:00 – Darby Allin & Sting storyline developments 38:00 – SHOCK ENDING: Darby Allin wins AEW World Title in minutes 43:00 – Immediate fallout and what it means for AEW 50:00 – Early All In direction: Swerve, Ospreay, and title challengers 58:00 – Who should be next in the AEW world title picture? 65:00 – Final thoughts: booking philosophy, consistency, and what’s next
Transcribe →AEW Dynasty 2026: Match of the Year Contenders Everywhere
Apr 1300:52:55Tap to summarizeAEW just delivered one of its most complete pay-per-views ever.From an insane opening tag match featuring The Young Bucks vs. Okada & Takeshita, to a brutal showdown between Jon Moxley and Will Ospreay, to Kenny Omega vs. MJF in the main event, this card was stacked from top to bottom.We break down every match, every surprise, and every big takeaway from AEW Dynasty including what’s next for Omega, whether Moxley’s run is getting stale, and why this roster might be the deepest in wrestling today.🔥 What We Cover: The Young Bucks vs. Okada & Takeshita sets an unreal tone Chris Jericho returns… and delivers? Darby Allin vs. Andrade tear the house down FTR vs. Cope & Christian: Did AEW make the right call? Casino Gauntlet chaos + a new champion crowned Thekla vs. Jamie Hayter: good match, questionable build Jon Moxley vs. Will Ospreay: incredible match, but maybe the wrong result? Kenny Omega vs. MJF: elite storytelling… but was the finish repetitive? Did AEW overdo the “injured babyface” story? Gabe Kidd injury: was the Trios title change planned? What’s next for Omega, Ospreay, and the AEW World Title picture? Like what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
Transcribe →Dynasty Go Home: Ospreay & Mox Turn Up The Heat, MJF & Omega Went On WHEN???
Apr 900:32:35Tap to summarizeIt’s officially go-home time for AEW Dynasty, and this episode of Elite Heat breaks down everything from a loaded Dynamite that had a LOT of ground to cover.With only a handful of matches announced heading into the night, AEW had serious work to do and for the most part, they delivered in a big way.From chaos in the opening segment to a wild main event and a controversial post-show promo battle, we’re diving into what worked, what didn’t, and what has us hyped heading into Sunday.🔥 What We Cover:Ospreay vs Moxley explodes to open AND close the showUnited Empire makes a strong statement ahead of Forbidden Door seasonTNT Title vacated: Casino Gauntlet match now has huge stakesJericho vs Ricochet added to the Dynasty card (and Jericho feels refreshed)Young Bucks vs Okada & Takeshita officially setWomen’s division confusion continuesDarby Allin teases a possible heel turn?!Cope & Christian vs FTR build hits its strideA chaotic main event that steals the showThe weirdly timed Omega vs MJF segment AFTER the show?!💥 Match of the Night:United Empire vs Death Riders (Chaos in Canada Match)An absolute war that showcased United Empire in a huge way and pushed Ospreay vs Moxley into must-see territory.🚨 Biggest Takeaways:Ospreay vs Moxley is now the hottest match on the cardThis feud has been built perfectly week by week, and it officially feels like a Match of the Year contender.AEW had to build the card fast and mostly succeededThere’s still some messy booking (especially in the women’s division), but the show did its job.The “I need this” promo hit different and could signal a major character shift.Omega vs MJF deserved better placement.🤔 What Didn’t Work:Sloppy ref timing issues popping up againWomen’s title match feels rushed with minimal buildSome confusing storyline direction (trios scene, random match placements)Post-main event segment likely missed by part of the audience🎯 Final Verdict:This was an A-level go-home show that did exactly what it needed to do: build excitement and get fans invested.Not perfect, but when it mattered most, AEW delivered, especially with Ospreay vs Moxley, which now feels like the centerpiece of Dynasty.🎧 Don’t Miss It:👉 Follow/Subscribe so you don’t miss our AEW Dynasty recap👉 Drop a rating if you’re enjoying the showLike what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
Transcribe →Jericho Is Home! Plus The Winding Road To Dynasty
Apr 200:57:54Tap to summarizeAEW Dynamite heads to Winnipeg and delivers a newsworthy episode highlighted by the shocking return of Chris Jericho, a show-stealing performance from Will Ospreay vs PAC, and a strong main event featuring MJF vs Speedball Mike Bailey.But while the in-ring action delivered, the booking? That’s where things get… confusing.We break down everything from Jericho’s comeback and AEW future implications to the growing chaos in the world title picture heading into AEW Dynasty.🚨 In this episode:Jericho’s Return: Game-Changer or More Chaos? Where does he fit with MJF, Omega, and Moxley already in the mix? AEW’s Main Event Scene is Crowded… and Confusing Darby Allin, Brody King, Kenny Omega...who’s actually next? Missed Opportunities on Dynamite? Only 4 matches in 2 hours raises questions about roster usage. Willow Nightingale’s Open Challenge Is this setting up the return of Mercedes Moné… or a surprise debut? 👍 What Worked Outstanding in-ring quality across all four matches Ospreay continues to feel like THE guy MJF’s character work remains next-level Jericho’s return created real buzz 👎 What Didn’t Confusing booking in the Darby/MJF segment Lack of clear direction heading into Dynasty Underutilized roster despite limited match count Crowd energy dipped hard during certain segments 🎯 Final ThoughtsThis was a good episode of AEW Dynamite with great wrestling, but it also highlighted a growing issue: too many moving parts without clear direction.If this is all building toward something bigger (All In?), it could pay off.Right now though… it feels messy.Like what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
Transcribe →Missed Opportunities: Omega vs Swerve SHOCKER, Why Are We Rushing, & What About The Women?
Mar 2601:10:28Tap to summarizeAEW Dynamite delivered a blockbuster match with Kenny Omega vs Swerve Strickland, but did AEW just fumble a major storyline opportunity?It's Episode 20 of Elite Heat! We celebrate the milestone before diving into a jam-packed Dynamite that left us equal parts impressed and frustrated. In this episode of Elite Heat, we break down everything from Dynamite, including: Why Omega vs Swerve felt like a pay-per-view match on free TV The big mistake that could hurt Swerve’s momentum Early thoughts on Omega vs MJF The growing list of World Title contenders Concerns about AEW’s women’s division booking Darby Allin’s insane main event (and his future) The rise of Kyle Fletcher, Ricochet, and moreThe theme of the night: interesting ideas, shaky execution. With only two Dynamites left before Dynasty, it feels like AEW is rushing the wrong things and sleeping on the right ones. 👉 Was this a great show with questionable decisions or a warning sign? Like what you hear? Subscribe, like, review, and most importantly SHARE the show with your wrestling friends!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social(00:00) - Intro & Episode 20 milestone (03:00) - Omega vs Swerve: Incredible match, questionable booking (10:00) - Did AEW miss a HUGE opportunity with Swerve? (18:00) - Ospreay’s intensity & Moxley’s response (25:00) - Women’s division concerns (Tecla, Mina, Toni Storm situation) (33:00) - Tag division & Dogs of War impressions (40:00) - Kyle Fletcher stakes his claim (45:00) - MJF & Omega: Strong start or rushed feud? (52:00) - Main event chaos: Darby vs Rush (58:00) - Final thoughts & Dynasty outlook
Transcribe →Murky Waters: AEW's First Dynamite After Revolution Doesn't Clear Things Up
Mar 1900:56:32Tap to summarizeAEW Dynamite delivered another entertaining night of action but did it actually make anything clearer?In this episode of Elite Heat, we break down a show that left more questions than answers heading into Dynasty. From a potentially rushed blockbuster match between Swerve Strickland and Kenny Omega to confusing title picture developments, we’re diving deep into what worked, what didn’t, and what AEW needs to fix fast.We also discuss:Will Ospreay’s impressive return and standout openerSpeedball Mike Bailey vs. Mark Davis stealing Match of the NightThe baffling coffin match between Darby Allin and Gabe KiddMJF continuing to prove why he’s one of the best on the mic todayThe suddenly crowded (and confusing) AEW World Title pictureSwerve’s unexpected rise to #1 contender and EVP power implicationsConcerns about rushed storytelling ahead of DynastyTag team chaos and questionable booking decisionsIf you love AEW but aren’t afraid to critique it, this episode is for you.👉 Subscribe, follow, and leave a review to support the show and join the conversation!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
Transcribe →AEW Revolution 2026: Hangman's Downfall
Mar 1701:18:31Tap to summarizeAEW just delivered a LOADED show with huge implications for the rest of the year...and maybe longer. From an emotional show-stealer between FTR and the Young Bucks, to brutal showdowns like Moxley vs Takeshita and Swerve vs Brody King, this card was stacked with potential Match of the Year contenders.But it’s not just about what happened in the ring…We break down:The heartbreak (and brilliance) of FTR vs Young BucksWill Ospreay’s HUGE return and what it means for All InThe shocking appearance of Ronda RouseyWhy Takeshita still hasn’t been fully pulled the trigger onThe rise of new stars like Clark Connors and Speedball Mike BaileyA chaotic Texas Death Match between MJF and Hangman PageAnd most importantly…👉 What the hell does AEW do with Hangman now?This episode dives deep into the booking decisions, long-term storytelling, and potential future directions coming out of Revolution.Leave a rating if you dig the show because it helps other fans find it, and subscribe if you haven't yet!Follow us on social media!YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@eliteheatpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/eliteheatpodTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@eliteheatpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/eliteheatpodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/eliteheatpod.bsky.social
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