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Elite Heat
Hosted by Tim Taylor Dug Jean · EN
Elite Heat is the All Elite Wrestling podcast for fans who want more than just a recap.
Every week, Tim and Dug — 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.
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Great Wrestling And One Bad Promo
Jun 1101:03:27Tap to summarizeAEW Dynamite delivered a strong in-ring show this week, even if not every story clicked.On this episode of Elite Heat, Tim and Dug break down a packed Dynamite featuring Jon Moxley defending the Continental Championship against Shane Taylor, Swerve Strickland battling Brody King in the Owen Hart Tournament, Andrade El Ídolo taking on Orange Cassidy, and a surprising Owen Hart Tournament result with Maya World replacing Sareee against Skye Blue.We also dig into the latest Forbidden Door developments, including Kenny Omega vs. Zack Sabre Jr., the MJF and Mark Briscoe promo battle, the Don Callis Family drama with Kevin Knight and Andrade, and whether AEW is leaning too hard on multi-man matches.Plus, we get into Mercedes Moné’s return video, Thekla’s AEW presentation, the confusing Chris Jericho/Tommaso Ciampa segment, Darby Allin crashing Kevin Knight’s promo, the state of the AEW women’s division, and why someone may need to put out a missing persons report for the women’s tag team champions.Topics include:AEW Dynamite reviewJon Moxley vs. Shane TaylorSwerve Strickland vs. Brody KingAndrade El Ídolo vs. Orange CassidyMJF and Mark BriscoeForbidden Door buildKenny Omega vs. Zack Sabre Jr.Mercedes MonéTheklaSkye Blue vs. Maya WorldKevin Knight and the Don Callis FamilyDarby AllinChris Jericho and Tommaso CiampaAEW women’s divisionLike 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 →AEW Dynamite Was Good… So Why Does Forbidden Door Feel Cold?
Jun 400:52:25Tap to summarizeThis week on Elite Heat, Tim and Doug debut a new segment: The Heat Check: a quick-hit rundown of what worked, what was mid, and what absolutely did not land on AEW Dynamite.The guys break down a strong in-ring night for AEW, including MJF vs. Rush, “Speedball” Mike Bailey vs. Kevin Knight, and a main event banger between Will Ospreay and Mark Davis. They also dig into the bigger stories coming out of the show: Kevin Knight joining the Don Callis Family, Mercedes Moné returning as the Owen Hart Tournament wild card, Mark Briscoe making his case for a world title shot, and whether AEW is doing enough to build toward Forbidden Door.Plus: Thekla declares war on STARDOM, Ciampa channels Jericho’s greatest hits, the Young Bucks roast the Dogs, and the guys try to figure out where Hangman Adam Page fits into all of this.In this episode:MJF vs. Rush delivers but did the stipulation hurt more than help?Why Andrade felt underused on this episodeMark Briscoe’s promo and whether he feels like a true world title challengerLio Rush continues to be interesting, but what is AEW actually doing with him?Kevin Knight joins the Don Callis Family: smart move or unnecessary?Mercedes Moné returns, but did Alex Windsor take another tough loss?Thekla, STARDOM, and the problem with assuming fans know the whole storyWill Ospreay vs. Mark Davis steals the showDeath Riders vs. Don Callis Family: AEW’s strongest current story?When is AEW actually going to start building Forbidden Door?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 →AEW’s Double or Nothing Fallout Felt… Weird
May 2801:11:00Tap to summarizeAEW is coming off one of its strongest pay-per-views ever… so why did the follow-up feel a little weird?On this episode of Elite Heat, Tim and Dug break down the post-Double or Nothing three-hour Dynamite/Collision hybrid, including what worked, what felt rushed, and why AEW’s biggest storylines may be shifting in surprising directions.Kevin Knight steps into the spotlight after turning on Speedball Mike Bailey, Kyle Fletcher continues to feel like a major player, MJF begins shaping his World Championship reign, and Cope & Christian bring back some serious Edge & Christian nostalgia.Plus, we get into the latest on the AEW women’s division, the confusingly fast Statlander/Shida blowoff, the ongoing mystery around Forbidden Door, and why some major absences made this show feel stranger than it probably should have.Topics include:Kevin Knight’s heel turn and promoKyle Fletcher, Takeshita, and the Don Callis FamilyMJF’s championship celebrationCope & Christian’s five-second pose callbackStatlander vs. Shida in a Philly Street FightThe lack of direction for the AEW women’s divisionWill Ospreay and the Death RidersPac’s subtle tension with OspreayMark Davis vs. Jack PerryJericho, Ricochet, and Tommaso CiampaEarly Forbidden Door questionsCould Hangman Adam Page return soon?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 (00:08) - Marker 01
Transcribe →Double Or Nothing 2026 Was Basically Perfect
May 2501:08:13Tap to summarizeAEW Double or Nothing delivered one of the strongest pay-per-views we’ve seen...possibly EVER, and we’re breaking down why it worked from top to bottom.Smart pacing, a red-hot New York crowd, strong in-ring storytelling, major post-match angles, and multiple matches that are in the Match of the Year conversation. From Okada vs. Takeshita stealing the show, to MJF and Darby Allin delivering an incredible main event, to Kyle Fletcher’s shocking return and Kevin Knight’s stunning heel turn, this episode is packed.We also get into:Okada vs. Takeshita as a possible Match of the YearMJF defeating Darby Allin and what it means for the title pictureKevin Knight’s shocking turn and what comes nextWill Ospreay’s evolutionSwerve vs. Bandido exceeding expectationsThe ongoing issues with AEW’s women’s divisionThekla, Jamie Hayter, Mercedes Moné speculation, and the OwenStadium Stampede chaos, cameos, and where everyone should go nextWhy AEW nailed PPV pacing and storytellingLike 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 →AEW Double or Nothing Go-Home Show: Good Show, Weak Build?
May 2101:02:52Tap to summarizeAEW packed three hours of wrestling into the final stop before Double or Nothing, but did the go-home show actually make us more excited for the pay-per-view?This week on Elite Heat, Tim and Dug break down the AEW Dynamite/Collision hybrid, including the latest build to Darby Allin vs. MJF, the growing mystery around whether Darby’s body can hold up, and why the World Championship match might be one of AEW’s most unpredictable title matches in a while.We also dig into Speedball Mike Bailey vs. Darby Allin, MJF’s role on commentary, the strange direction of the women’s division, Willow Nightingale vacating the TBS Championship, and who could be the surprise wildcard in the Owen Hart Tournament.Plus, we talk Samoa Joe vs. Will Ospreay, whether the Stadium Stampede build has enough stakes, Swerve and Bandido finding some heat, FTR’s go-home story with Cope and Christian, Rush calling his shot, Divine Dominion’s squash run, and why AEW may have played things safe to avoid more injuries before Double or Nothing.Was this a bad AEW show? Not really.Was it a disappointing go-home show by AEW standards? That’s the real question.Topics include:AEW Double or Nothing preview Darby Allin vs. MJF Hair vs. Title match Speedball Mike Bailey vs. Darby Allin Will Ospreay vs. Samoa Joe Swerve Strickland vs. Bandido Willow Nightingale injury update TBS Championship vacancy Owen Hart Tournament wildcard predictions Mercedes Moné AEW speculation AEW women’s division booking Stadium Stampede build FTR vs. Cope and Christian Rush calling out the AEW World Champion Divine Dominion dominance AEW go-home show reviewLike 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 →Bangers, Brackets, & Brain Itches: MJF’s Hair, Darby’s Title, & a Hangman Problem?
May 1401:16:21Tap to summarizeThis week on Elite Heat, Tim and Dug break down a loaded episode of AEW Dynamite as the road to Double or Nothing gets more interesting, more chaotic, and somehow more confusing in all the right ways.We dig into Darby Allin’s wild run as AEW World Champion, the hair-versus-title stipulation with MJF, and why this match suddenly feels way less predictable than it did a few weeks ago. Is Darby really going to keep the title? Is MJF actually going to lose his hair? And could Hangman Adam Page be the key to blowing the whole thing wide open?We also talk about why Will Ospreay and the Death Riders might be AEW’s most interesting story right now, even if we still have no idea where it’s going. Plus, we break down the men’s and women’s Owen Hart Tournament brackets, the return of Brian Cage, another banger from Will Ospreay vs. Ace Austin, the messy state of AEW’s women’s division, and why the Stadium Stampede match could be ridiculous in the best possible way.Also discussed:AEW’s obsession with 10-man tagsChristian Cage doing some of the best work of his career Why Cope still feels like Edge Speedball Mike Bailey stacking wins JetSpeed tension brewing? Swerve, Bandido, Brody King, Samoa Joe, and the Owen bracket Sky Blue as a possible Owen winner Thunder Rosa’s random return Hikaru Shida’s confusing but interesting character direction Darby vs. Takeshita absolutely ruling Our Double or Nothing title match predictionsListen now and let us know: Is Darby Allin the right AEW World Champion, or is MJF taking the title back at Double or Nothing?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 →The Build To Double Or Nothing: MJF's Hair, Darby Impresses Again, & The Women Need A Direction
May 700:53:23Tap 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
Apr 3001:11:10Tap 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
Apr 2301:05:59Tap 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
Apr 1601:08:40Tap 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
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