Earning The Push

Jack Murley and Charlie Beckett

Earning The Push is a weekly show for wrestling fans to do the two things they love - talk about the business, and about what they would do if they were in charge. Broadcaster Jack Murley and professional rugby player Charlie Beckett will be analysing what’s happening across the wrestling world, and getting you involved with the fantasy booking of angles from the past, present and future. It’s a show that’s open to everyone - and we want you to get involved. TWITTER: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley EMAIL: earningthepushpodcast@hotmail.com read less
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Episode 115: Randy Orton’s returning at War Games, AEW Full Gear reaction, Will Ospreay signs for AEW, Ronda Rousey and more!
6d ago
Episode 115: Randy Orton’s returning at War Games, AEW Full Gear reaction, Will Ospreay signs for AEW, Ronda Rousey and more!
Drinking blood in a bloody brawl, signalling for the return of a genuine WWE legend, a British superstar signs for AEW and so much more! It's been one hell of a week in professional wrestling - and we get into it all on this week's show, including Full Gear reaction, a Survivor Series preview, why it's time for Randy Orton to get his flowers and more! Plus a shout-out for WAW Fightmare, could Logan Paul and Bad Bunny square off at Wrestlemania, Will Ospreay signs for AEW, Ronda Rousey in ROH and loads, loads more. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @jack_murley @charlie_beckett
Episode 115: Randy Orton’s returning at War Games, AEW Full Gear reaction, Will Ospreay signs for AEW, Ronda Rousey and more!
6d ago
Episode 115: Randy Orton’s returning at War Games, AEW Full Gear reaction, Will Ospreay signs for AEW, Ronda Rousey and more!
Drinking blood in a bloody brawl, signalling for the return of a genuine WWE legend, a British superstar signs for AEW and so much more! It's been one hell of a week in professional wrestling - and we get into it all on this week's show, including Full Gear reaction, a Survivor Series preview, why it's time for Randy Orton to get his flowers and more! Plus a shout-out for WAW Fightmare, could Logan Paul and Bad Bunny square off at Wrestlemania, Will Ospreay signs for AEW, Ronda Rousey in ROH and loads, loads more. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @jack_murley @charlie_beckett
Episode 114: CM Punk speculation, Full Gear preview, War Games, where is Jade Cargill and more
17-11-2023
Episode 114: CM Punk speculation, Full Gear preview, War Games, where is Jade Cargill and more
He's not signed - as far as we know - to either WWE or AEW.  But that hasn't stopped CM Punk from being one of the most-talked about things in wrestling this week - as he teases appearances in both companies this month. We delve into that on the podcast - along with plenty of talk about Survivor Series, a full AEW Full Gear preview (including why we're happy to see a rejuvenated Hangman Page back), where is Jade Cargill and loads, loads more. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 113: Crown Jewel reaction, War Games announcement, who is behind the AEW Devil Mask and more!
10-11-2023
Episode 113: Crown Jewel reaction, War Games announcement, who is behind the AEW Devil Mask and more!
It's wet and windy outside - but the wrestling world is red-hot at the moment! We've got Full Gear and Survivor Series: War Games on back-to-back weekends, plus WWE Crown Jewel to get into on a busy week on the podcast - as we break down all the action and announcements from the past seven days. Plus who is behind the AEW Devil Mask, what to do next with LA Knight - and an emotional moment for Charlie and us all at the end of the show. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 112: LA Knight shines, Sting’s retirement, Ric Flair on Dynamite, MJF-Omega set for Collision, Bash in Berlin and more
28-10-2023
Episode 112: LA Knight shines, Sting’s retirement, Ric Flair on Dynamite, MJF-Omega set for Collision, Bash in Berlin and more
LA Knight and Roman Reigns is set and ready to go for WWE Crown Jewel - and WWE is really going all in behind Knight as WWE's hottest star continues to build momentum. We preview next week's Crown Jewel show, plus:  - An awesome new version of Drew McIntyre - Why MJF vs Kenny Omega is the biggest match that AEW can offer - Sting's retirement announcement and Ric Flair's AEW Dynamite - Ric Flair on Dynamite  - Bash in Berlin  GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @jack_murley @charlie_beckett
Episode 111: NXT beat AEW in the ratings, Undertaker, LA Knight vs Roman Reigns and more
14-10-2023
Episode 111: NXT beat AEW in the ratings, Undertaker, LA Knight vs Roman Reigns and more
The 'war' between NXT and AEW reignited on Tuesday with a loaded set of shows for both companies - with NXT coming out on top. But really, it was the audience who was the winner - with appearances by The Undertaker, John Cena, Adam Copeland's AEW in-ring debut and loads, loads more. We get into it all on this week's episode - including why competition is a good thing for everyone, why we're not anti-AEW (!), why Jade Cargill and Charlotte Flair is a money match, LA Knight's crazy twelve months and loads, loads more. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @jack_murley @charlie_beckett
Episode 110: Edge’s AEW debut, is CM Punk returning to WWE, NXT No Mercy review and more
07-10-2023
Episode 110: Edge’s AEW debut, is CM Punk returning to WWE, NXT No Mercy review and more
You think you know him?! Well, maybe not - because WWE Hall of Famer Adam 'Edge' Copeland is now a part of AEW after debuting at Wrestledream and beginning a feud with former long-time partner Christian Cage.  Meanwhile it looks like CM Punk could be returning to WWE at Survivor Series - something no-one could have seen coming! - and that all gives us plenty to talk about on this week's podcast. Plus we've got a Wrestledream and NXT No Mercy review, fantasy-booking LA Knight, WWE loading up NXT for its head-to-head with Dynamite and loads, loads more. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @jack_murley @charlie_beckett
Episode 109: Does Edge debut in AEW this weekend? Plus NXT No Mercy and WrestleDream preview and loads more
29-09-2023
Episode 109: Does Edge debut in AEW this weekend? Plus NXT No Mercy and WrestleDream preview and loads more
He's been a staple of WWE for decades - but is this weekend the one where Edge jumps to AEW?! With speculation mounting that the Rated R Superstar could be debuting at WrestleDream, we take a look at how we'd book it - plus preview NXT No Mercy, WWE Fastlane, how Shinsuke Nakamura is doing some of his best work and more. Plus what's happened to the Bloodline, Adam Cole's injury, a massive year for LA Knight and so much more, all on a stacked show! GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 108: The Rock returns to Smackdown, WWE releases, AEW injuries, Grand Slam and more
23-09-2023
Episode 108: The Rock returns to Smackdown, WWE releases, AEW injuries, Grand Slam and more
Finally - The Rock has come back to WWE. The Great One makes a surprise appearance on Smackdown with Pat McAfee - and reveals earlier in the day that he was slated to wrestle Roman Reigns at Wrestlemania in Los Angeles, while leaving the door open to the possibility of him and the Tribal Chief clashing at 'Mania in Philadelphia. We get into that on the show - plus WWE releases, the injuries hitting AEW, MJF rising to a new level at Grand Slam and loads more! GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 107: Nia Jax returns, Becky Lynch wins NXT Gold, Jade Cargill to WWE, LA Knight - Paul Heyman and more
16-09-2023
Episode 107: Nia Jax returns, Becky Lynch wins NXT Gold, Jade Cargill to WWE, LA Knight - Paul Heyman and more
It's all about the women's division on this week's Earning The Push. Nia Jax has returned to WWE, Becky Lynch has gone to NXT and claimed the NXT Women's Championship, and Jade Cargill could be on her way to WWE after allegedly finishing up with AEW. We get into all of that, plus a preview of AEW Grand Slam, some elite-level character work from Christian Cage, the completion of the WWE-UFC merger and so, so much more. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 106: CM Punk is fired by AEW, All In, All Out and Payback reaction and more!
09-09-2023
Episode 106: CM Punk is fired by AEW, All In, All Out and Payback reaction and more!
Well, it's been one hell of a fortnight in professional wrestling. CM Punk gets fired by AEW, less than a week after helping Tony Khan's company set an all-time paid attendance record at Wembley with All In - and that's just the tip of the iceberg! We get into all of it here on this week's podcast - including All In reaction, whether CM Punk returns to WWE, some amazing wrestling moments at All Out and Payback and loads, loads more.  GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 105: The Passing of Bray Wyatt and AEW All In Preview
25-08-2023
Episode 105: The Passing of Bray Wyatt and AEW All In Preview
This is an episode we never thought we'd be recording. But with news breaking late on Thursday about the tragic passing of Bray Wyatt, we honour the legacy of the man who was taken far too soon - yet left a remarkable legacy of creativity and indelible moments in the world of professional wrestling. We also look ahead to a massive weekend at Wembley as AEW prepares to make history with All In, as we break down the matches, the potential outcomes, surprise and loads more. GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 104: SummerSlam reaction (Jimmy’s turn, Tribal Combat and more), AEW All In build and more
11-08-2023
Episode 104: SummerSlam reaction (Jimmy’s turn, Tribal Combat and more), AEW All In build and more
Hmm. Hmmmmmmm. That was the reaction that most people had to this weekend's SummerSlam - as Jimmy Uso turned on Jey in the main event, Brock Lesnar rode off into the sunset, and Logan Paul stole the show once again. We get into a show that has divided fans across the wrestling spectrum and break down the good, the bad and the ugly of the biggest party of the summer. We also get into the build to AEW All In - and whether Cole or MJF will turn - plus Sting;s resurgence and so much more! GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 103: SummerSlam preview, MJF-Cole official for All In, Vince McMahon investigation and more
04-08-2023
Episode 103: SummerSlam preview, MJF-Cole official for All In, Vince McMahon investigation and more
It's the biggest show of the summer - and WWE is preparing to rock Ford Field for the first time since 2007 as it brings SummerSlam to Detroit. We'll preview an absolutely stacked card - including whether Jey Uso is the right man to dethrone Roman Reigns in Tribal Combat; how Asuka, Charlotte Flair and Bianca Belair could steal the show; and why Ricochet NEEDED Logan Paul to make this feud work. We also salute AEW as All In looks like it could be the biggest wrestling show ever - and look at the official announcement of MJF vs Adam Cole as the Wembley main event. Plus the latest on the Vince McMahon investigation and loads, loads more! GET INVOLVED WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 102: Contract Signings Galore, Tribal Combat, and Does Size Matter?!
28-07-2023
Episode 102: Contract Signings Galore, Tribal Combat, and Does Size Matter?!
Why Tribal Combat could be one of the greatest matches in Summerslam history? Is it time for MJF and Adam Cole to win tag-team gold? Why has Ronda Rousey become so forgettable? And does size matters when it comes to heel turns? They're just some of the things that we're delving into on this week's podcast - as the road to Summerslam and All In continue to hot up. Plus Impact Wrestling's announcement of a UK tour - and one year since Vince McMahon's 'retirement'!   GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 101: Blood and Guts reaction, FTR-Bullet Club Gold have a classic, Dom Mysterio wins gold and more
21-07-2023
Episode 101: Blood and Guts reaction, FTR-Bullet Club Gold have a classic, Dom Mysterio wins gold and more
We're all being spoiled as wrestling fans at the moment - and this week is no exception.  AEW put on two hour-long spectaculars, as FTR and Bullet Club Gold put on a clinic on Collision, and the Golden Elite and the Blackpool Combat Club go to war on Dynamite.  We get into that on this week's podcast - plus Seth Rollins and Finn Balor with a major backstage segment, Dominik Mysterio wins North American gold in NXT, Brock Lesnar beats up Cody Rhodes in front of his momma on Raw, and so, so much more! GET IN TOUCH WITH THE CUPBOARD? @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 100: Roman Reigns at Tribal Court, Better Than You Bay Bay, Blood and Guts Preview and more
14-07-2023
Episode 100: Roman Reigns at Tribal Court, Better Than You Bay Bay, Blood and Guts Preview and more
Does it get any better than Tribal Court on Smackdown? As the Bloodline storyline continues its unrelenting march of greatness, we break down an epic segment on Smackdown - plus the first on-air teases of an Edge retirement, Cody Rhodes and Brock Lesnar at Summerslam, Logan Paul and Ricochet and more! And on the AEW side of things, we look at how MJF and Adam Cole was the partnership and friendship we never knew that we needed, whether AEW Collision is a better programme than AEW Dynamite, Samoa Joe-CM Punk, Blood and Guts and plenty more besides! GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 99: Money In The Bank Reaction, Wrestlemania in London?!, MJF and Adam Cole and more!
07-07-2023
Episode 99: Money In The Bank Reaction, Wrestlemania in London?!, MJF and Adam Cole and more!
It's been a while, hasn't it? But Charlie has FINALLY got his WiFi sorted on his trip Down Under - and it couldn't have come at a better time - because we have got so much wrestling to talk about! We're diving into Money in the Bank, a huge hint that Wrestlemania will come to London, Brock Lesnar's return to Raw, Adam Cole and MJF's odd-couple tag team in AEW and so, so much more! GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 98: WWE introduces a new World Title, CM Punk backstage at Raw, the WWE Draft and more
28-04-2023
Episode 98: WWE introduces a new World Title, CM Punk backstage at Raw, the WWE Draft and more
Do you love it or do you hate it? Opinions are very much split about the new WWE World Heavyweight Championship that was introduced on WWE Raw - with some feeling you need it to make the brand split viable, and others believing it kills Roman Reign's title reign and devalues the Wrestlemania finish with Cody. We get into that on this week's show - plus the decision of CM Punk to swing by backstage at WWE Raw, the build to Backlash in Puerto Rico, the WWE Draft and loads, loads more on an absolutely cracking episode! GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 97: Is AEW the UK’s top promotion, Brock and Cody pull apart, a third AEW show and more
21-04-2023
Episode 97: Is AEW the UK’s top promotion, Brock and Cody pull apart, a third AEW show and more
Is AEW the UK's top wrestling promotion? With Wembley Stadium pre-sales for All In already in the tens of thousands and speculation that a third AEW show could air on ITV, is it hard to disagree with the statement that UK fans prefer Tony Khan's brand to WWE? It's just one of the topics we get into on today's podcast - along with the dangers of being a WWE security guard after a Cody-Lesnar pullapart on Raw, how Rey Mysterio would make a perfect title contender at Money in the Bank, why Rhea Ripley and Solo Sikoa is a confrontation we'd pay to see and loads, loads more! GET INVOLVED WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley
Episode 96: Trish turns heel, Jeff Hardy returns, CM Punk rumours escalate and more
14-04-2023
Episode 96: Trish turns heel, Jeff Hardy returns, CM Punk rumours escalate and more
Oh, Trish - say it isn't so?! The WWE Hall of Famer has turned heel in another huge week of professional wrestling, and looks set to feud with Becky Lynch in what we're calling a 'Summer of Stratus' here on the show. We dive into that; Jeff Hardy's AEW return; the mounting speculation that CM Punk's AEW return is imminent; Sting delivering some stellar performances in the twilight of his career and lots, lots more! GET INVOLVED WITH THE PODCAST: @charlie_beckett @jack_murley