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This week on the Wrestling Mayhem Show, Sorg and Mad Mike break down the latest wrestling news, reflect on the recent Wrestling Mayhem Show wrestling show, and welcome special guest Dani Mo (JCW). Dani Mo joins the conversation to talk about her recent seminar experience with Bayley, detailing how she was selected, what Bayley emphasized about character consistency, and how the experience pushed her to listen more closely to the crowd and adapt in the ring. Also discussed on this episode: • Drew McIntyre’s championship win and WrestleMania speculation • Finn Bálor’s throwback entrance and CM Punk match • AJ Styles and Gunther retirement-match conversations • TNA’s TV premiere and crossover era • Visa issues affecting wrestlers and career paths • AAA’s AI graphic mishap involving Dominik Mysterio • AEW roster movement and MJF defending the title on independent shows The episode closes with the What We Learned segment, reflecting on lessons from the wrestling show and recent in-ring and backstage experiences.

This week on AwesomeCast 764, cohosts Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas dive into the week’s biggest tech and creator stories—plus a special Animal Crossing 3.0 update field report from Charlotte. Katie checks in with her Animal Crossing–obsessed niece Charlotte to break down what’s new, what’s addictive, and how “slumber islands” change the way you build and share your island adventures.  Then the crew hits a surprisingly heartfelt app story with “Are You Dead?”, a daily check-in safety app built for modern life when friends and family live far apart.  We also get into the rise of cozy “chore games” like PowerWash Simulator and other satisfyingly organized gaming obsessions.  On the creator side, we break down Apple’s new Creator Studio approach—what it could mean for Final Cut, Logic, Motion, and Compressor—and why AI-assisted editing features are starting to matter for everyday workflows.  Plus: OpenAI’s push toward age prediction and the complications that come with automated verification

In Fishing Without Bait 499, we continue our conversation with Victor Benjamin, also known as Shane Chojnacki—MMA fighter, boxing coach, and professional wrestler known as The Savage Gentleman. Part 2 dives deeper into the discipline and mindset that shaped Shane’s life. He reflects on learning to “play the film all the way through,” weighing consequences instead of chasing short-term gratification. Shane discusses burnout, stepping away from mixed martial arts, and the emotional toll of working in a system that no longer aligned with his values. The conversation explores the difference between a risk and a gamble, why doing nothing can be the biggest risk of all, and how betting on yourself—when done with clarity and integrity—can lead to meaningful change. Shane also shares powerful insights on separating people from behaviors, personal responsibility, and choosing purpose over financial comfort. This episode is a grounded, honest look at growth, regret, and the courage it takes to walk away from a life tha

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk two new episodes of The Traitors, where Colton attempts to be Pilot Pete go down in flames, but not as much as New York’s most annoying human. Then, they talk the newest episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, where RDR Live returns and the judges discover comedy for the very first time apparently. 4:42 - The Traitors: Season 4: Episodes 04-05 1:16:59 - RuPaul's Drag Race: Season 18: Episode 03 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we are now putting in front of a microphone and on the internet for you. We have launched our MERCH STORE! We are so excited to bring you these designs, all made by Merlin, commemorating some of our fav

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk Real Housewives of Potomac, where Angel’s Colorado getaway is making the ladies want to get away from this lackluster home. Then, a new episode of Married to Medicine, that sees Heavenly host a family reunion, as Quad learns her chance of expanding hers may be out of reach. Also, Part One of the Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, that sees Lisa go on offense, yet gets defensive when it comes to what she does for a living. And finally, a new episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where Amanda gets caught in Sutton’s vortex, leading to Jennifer Tilly finally speaking her mind. 5:37 - Real Housewives of Potomac: Season 10: Episode 14 49:33 - Married to Medicine: Season 12: Episode 06 1:30:54 - Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: Season 06: Episode 17 2:29:32 - Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: Season 15: Episode 05 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything

Host Jim Ellermeyer welcomes Shane Chojnacki — a professional fighter, trainer, health advocate, and pro wrestler known as Victor Benjamin — for an honest and deeply reflective conversation about resilience, choice, and personal responsibility. Shane opens up about growing up in an environment marked by addiction, violence, and scarcity, while still finding moments of community, guidance, and protection. Rather than becoming a victim of his circumstances, he made intentional decisions to stay grounded in sports, discipline, and work — even when easier and more destructive paths were readily available. Throughout this episode, Shane reflects on learning from the mistakes of others, refusing to settle for less, and choosing action over self-pity. Jim connects these experiences to mindfulness principles, recovery thinking, and the idea that real change comes from effort, behavior, and consistent choices — not just intention or wishful thinking. Topics explored include: Growing up without a safety net Making cons

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk the first three episodes of The Traitors Season 4, where murders are abound, just not to the one contestant that needs it the most. Then, they talk the newest episode of RuPaul’s Drag Race, where the queens form Q-Pop Groups and let their body talk on the runway. 4:42 - The Traitors: Season 4: Episodes 01-03 1:16:59 - RuPaul's Drag Race: Season 18: Episode 02 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we are now putting in front of a microphone and on the internet for you. We have launched our MERCH STORE! We are so excited to bring you these designs, all made by Merlin, commemorating some of our favorite iconic moments! Shop

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk Real Housewives of Potomac, that sees the cast do some bindering before heading to Colorado to do some bickering. Then, a new episode of Married to Medicine, where a battle over a bag gets personal between Heavenly and Toya, as Cecil’s brother David tries to bring him back off the cliff. Also, the season finale of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, that sees a conclusion produced by theatre kids in more ways than one. And finally, a new episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where the ladies venture to Sedona as Amanda talks too much and Erika barely talks at all about her new man. 5:42 - Real Housewives of Potomac: Season 10: Episode 13 41:16 - Married to Medicine: Season 12: Episode 05 1:16:16 - Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: Season 06: Episode 16 2:16:53 - Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: Season 15: Episode 04 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much a

Sorg and Rizz return with a wide-ranging conversation on Wrestling Mayhem Show 988, exploring how professional wrestling continues to change in the modern landscape. Topics include WWE’s streaming-first presentation, the growing importance of short-form highlights, and the impact fewer house shows have on wrestler development and the industry as a whole. The show features a special guest appearance by recently retired “The Gavel” David Lawless, who reflects on his career, memorable moments, and the role adaptability and reliability played in his longevity. The episode closes with What We Learned, connecting industry trends with personal lessons from a life in wrestling. Listen now at www.wrestlingmayhemshow.com

The new year kicks off with a deep dive into Nintendo’s ecosystem as Michael Sorg, Dave Podnar, and Katie Dudas share hands-on impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2, explore standout games like Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and break down why Nintendo exclusives still hit differently. Plus, Animal Crossing finally gets a long-awaited update—bringing hotels, better crafting, Dream Islands, and a renewed sense of community. All this as CES season begins and tech news ramps up. AwesomeCast is part of the Sorgatron Media Podcast Network.

In Fishing Without Bait 497, we continue our thoughtful conversation with returning guest Clairvoyant Santina Grace in Part 4 of this series. This episode centers on listening — to ourselves, to others, and to the deeper awareness that helps us release fear, judgment, and mental clutter. Jim Ellermeyer and Santina discuss compassion, choice points, and the stories we hold onto, as well as the freedom that comes from letting them go. Through reflection and shared experience, this conversation invites listeners to slow down, practice mindfulness, and approach life with greater understanding and non-judgment.

On this 200th episode, Eamon & Merlin talk goes retro and talks the Scary Island episodes of Real Housewives of New York City with Executive Producer and first time Real Housewives watcher Sorg. Then, they talk the Season 18 premiere of RuPaul’s Drag Race, where the light shines bright on the 14 new queens, mainly because half are from the Sunshine state. And finally, the newest episode of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, when Meredith isn’t the only one with accusations of substance abuse as new ones get splashed in Britani’s direction. 4:25 - Real Housewives of New York: Scary Island 53:54 - RuPaul's Drag Race: Season 18: Episode 01 1:58:58 - Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: Season 06: Episode 13 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything

In this special holiday message, Fishing Without Bait takes a mindful pause to reflect on resilience, intention, and moving forward with purpose. Jim Ellermeyer shares why traditional New Year’s resolutions often set us up for disappointment — and why setting intentions, grounded in small, achievable actions, can lead to meaningful change. This episode explores gratitude, relationships, impermanence, and the idea that what we focus on and “plant” in our minds is what grows. A calm, compassionate reminder that January 1st is just another day — and every day is an opportunity to live intentionally, create memories, and take better care of ourselves and one another.

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk Real Housewives of Potomac, where an attempt at reconciliation between Wendy and her dad leads to a blow up of epic proportions from her mother. Then, a new episode of Married to Medicine, that see’s Toya put Eugene on blast, and yet somehow it’s all Heavenly’s fault. And finally, they dive into the steamy romance of Heated Rivalry Season 1, as a new queer love story takes the nation by storm and puts hockey into the zeitgeist once again. 4:54 - Real Housewives of Potomac: Season 10: Episode 12 52:09 - Married to Medicine: Season 12: Episode 04 1:32:27 - Heated Rivalry: Season 01 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, and pretty much anything that can be called even kinda gay. A Gay & His Enby is a podcast where we talk about everything we love in terms of media and pop culture; everything thats gay and gay adjacent; basically all the conversations we have in our living room we a

This holiday message from Fishing Without Bait is a moment of pause and gratitude. Jim Ellermeyer shares a short reflection for the season — acknowledging the challenges and emotions that often come with the holidays, while offering encouragement, mindfulness, and compassion. Whether the holidays are joyful, difficult, or somewhere in between, this message reminds us to stay present and gentle with ourselves. Thank you for listening, for growing, and for being part of this community. We’re grateful to walk this journey with you.

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk Real Housewives of Potomac, where Angel lets her rental slip away, leading to speculation of what tier of WAG she truly is. Then, a new episode of Married to Medicine, that sees Simone lose it on her son, but will she in turn lose her marriage? Also, the newest episode of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, where Meredith walks the streets of Santorini and Angie talks Britani’s head off about a shady trademark. And finally, a new episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where Boz attempts to get some actual wives back on this show, and newbie Amanda attempts to present her expertise, or lack thereof. 6:03 - Real Housewives of Potomac: Season 10: Episode 11 39:21 - Married to Medicine: Season 12: Episode 03 1:23:36 - Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: Season 06: Episode 12 2:01:00 - Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: Season 15: Episode 03 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas living in Pittsburgh, PA. We love reality television, wrestling, drag queens, a

The Wrestling Mayhem Show wraps up the year with a full-house year-end holiday episode. Hosts Sorg and Mad Mike are joined by Eamon Paton, Merlin, Cameraman Rob, and Intern Mac for an episode packed with wrestling discussion, predictions, and reflection. Topics include: • John Cena’s farewell moment and presentation • Wrestling’s changing media and streaming landscape • Year-end predictions for the year ahead • Behind-the-scenes stories from indy wrestling and production • A meaningful “What We Learned” segment reflecting on growth, fandom, and wrestling community This episode captures the chaos, camaraderie, and love of wrestling that defines the Mayhem crew—closing out the year on a high note.

In this end-of-year AwesomeCast, hosts Michael Sorg and Katie Dudas are joined by original AwesomeCast co-host Rob De La Cretaz for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest tech shifts of 2025 — and what’s coming next. The panel breaks down how AI tools became genuinely useful in everyday workflows, from content production and health tracking to decision-making and trend analysis. Rob shares why Bambu Labs 3D printers represent a turning point in consumer and professional 3D printing, removing friction and making rapid prototyping accessible for creators, engineers, and hobbyists alike. The episode also covers the evolving role of AI in media creation, concerns around over-reliance and trust, and why human-made content may soon become a premium feature. Intern Mac reflects on changing career paths into media production, while the crew revisits their 2025 tech predictions, holds themselves accountable, and locks in bold forecasts for 2026. Plus: Chachi’s Video Game Minute, AI competition heating up, Apple Visi

In Fishing Without Bait Episode 496 – *Clearing the Etch-A-Sketch: Letting Go of What Isn’t Ours, we continue Part 3 of our conversation with returning guest and Clairvoyant *Santina Grace. This episode focuses on healing trauma without rewriting or reliving the past. Through grounding visualizations, breathwork, and recovery-based insights, Santina and the Fishing Without Bait team discuss how emotional experiences can be deconstructed so they no longer control our present moment. Using metaphors like clearing an Etch-A-Sketch or rooting into the earth through mindful breathing, the conversation highlights how releasing emotional energy that doesn’t belong to us creates space for clarity, neutrality, and joy. We also explore recovery as a universal human process — because everyone is in recovery from something — and how honoring yourself begins with learning to listen.

This episode, Eamon & Merlin talk Real Housewives of Potomac, where Gizelle and Monique settle their differences without going low, as Stacey and Tia’s argument keeps them from getting high. Then, a new episode of Married to Medicine, that sees turmoil in Heavenly’s household at the front of Toya’s mind, leading to a battle on the dance floor. Also, the newest episode of Real Housewives of Salt Lake City, as the ladies venture to Santorini for some sights, fights and Lisa getting in makeup until late at night. And finally, a new episode of Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, where the art subjects at Jennifer’s Sip and Draw aren’t the only one’s feeling free, as Kyle opens up about her recent relationship past. 5:23 - Real Housewives of Potomac: Season 10: Episode 10 44:15 - Married to Medicine: Season 12: Episode 02 1:13:42 - Real Housewives of Salt Lake City: Season 06: Episode 11 2:05:22 - Real Housewives of Beverly Hills: Season 15: Episode 02 We are Eamon and Merlin, a queer married couple from Texas livin