AEW superstar Swerve Strickland joins the Battleground Podcast ahead of AEW Revolution to talk about his dangerous mindset, his clash with Brody King, and why 2026 is all about putting the entire roster on notice. He opens up about how his military background shaped his discipline, how Killshot helped build the confidence behind Swerve Strickland, and why constant evolution has defined every stage of his career. Swerve also reflects on pushing boundaries in his unforgettable feud with Hangman Page, chasing a legacy as one of the most well-rounded wrestlers of all time, and the moments that made him realize just how far he’s come. Plus, he shares dream matchups, music talk, and why everything he brings to the ring is authentically and unapologetically him.

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Ricky Saints stops by The Battleground Podcast ahead of NXT Vengeance Day to talk big goals (including becoming a two-time NXT Champion), his acting debut on Wild Cards, and what’s made the NXT locker room stand out during his first year in the brand. He also reflects on the moments he knew he was a star, the advice Cody Rhodes has given him behind the scenes, and we even put him on the spot to call a “famous friend” from his contacts for a hilarious surprise.

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WWE Superstar Trick Williams sits down for an exclusive interview to talk his rise from NXT to becoming “Mr. Main Event of SmackDown,” the unreal Royal Rumble crowd reaction in Saudi Arabia, and what “Whoop That Trick” means around the world. He also reflects on making history as the first active WWE star to hold the TNA Title, gives flowers to Joe Hendry, and addresses big-time co-signs from Mark Henry and Drew McIntyre.

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We’re on the road to WrestleMania 42 and WWE superstar Liv Morgan is on Battleground Podcast fresh off winning the Royal Rumble and yes, she says she’s the “greatest Rumble winner of all time.” Liv opens up about being “lost in the sauce” after the win, tuning out online noise, Riott Squad lessons, and what’s next with Judgment Day, plus Dominik Mysterio, WWE 2K26, Grand Theft Auto VI, and why she stopped wrestling in sneakers.

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Daria Ray joins the Battleground Podcast to talk about her shocking return to TNA. Daria opens up about reinventing herself, having real creative control for the first time, and why this run feels different from anything she’s done before. She also discusses bringing Elayna Black into TNA, the energy inside the locker room during the AMC debut. Plus, Daria reflects on winning the WWE Women’s Tag Team Titles, almost retiring from wrestling, her ideal walkout song, and what she wants her legacy to be when it’s all said and done.

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Tony Khan sits down with the Battleground Podcast ahead of a massive AEW Dynamite! We talk about the shocking debut and TNT Title win of Tommaso Ciampa, and the latest on Britt Baker’s return. Tony also opens up about the future of ROH, the AEW women's division, and reflects on the legendary career of AJ Styles.

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Jaida Parker is here and she does not hold back! We dive into her shocking NXT return, why she chose to interrupt Blake Monroe, and what's really going through her mind with all the main roster talk. She shares the story behind that viral slap on Roxanne Perez, lessons from Out The Mud, and how her athletic background still drives her today.

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AEW's Josh Alexander joins the Battleground Podcast to talk about wrestling dream opponents like Kenny Omega, and why WrestleMania was never part of the vision. Josh clears the air on turning down WWE NXT and reveals why he stayed true to his path. We explore how his 2015 neck injury became a turning point in his life and career, shaping his mindset on wrestling and resilience. Josh also reflects on the Don Callis Family’s big 2025, hints at what’s ahead in 2026, and responds to the critics.

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Few careers in professional wrestling are defined by constant reinvention quite like JDC’s. From the moment the world met Fandango on the grandest stage, to the unexpected chemistry of his tag team run with Tyler Breeze, and now to his grittier, more grounded chapter in TNA Wrestling, JDC joins us for a candid conversation about identity, longevity, and knowing when it’s time to walk away.


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AEW President Tony Khan joins the Battleground Podcast for a deep-dive on how AEW has evolved since Year One, what fans still get wrong about creative freedom/creative control, and the real misconceptions around competition in pro wrestling. Plus: the business vs. fan balance in AEW x New Japan and what the G1 Climax in Chicago means behind the scenes.

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