In this special episode of the 'Pinfalls and Passports' podcast, host Daddy Dom sits down in Sydney, Australia, with WWE Travel Community Discord members Cozey from Tasmania and Cookies from Sydney. The pair discuss their experiences as Australian wrestling fans, including attending WWE events, the rise of local and international wrestling stars, and the upcoming Crown Jewel PLE event in Perth. They delve into Australian wrestling culture, the effort required for Aussie fans to attend international events, and the unique challenges and joys of being a wrestling enthusiast in Australia.

00:00 Welcome to the Down Under Special

02:14 Meet the Dedicated Travelers

03:16 Australian Wrestling Adventures

05:01 First WWE Experiences

11:03 Joining the WWE Travel Community

15:54 The Wrestling Scene in Australia

22:07 The Birth of UWA and Its Impact

22:53 The Rise of PWA and Australian Wrestling Stars

24:59 Rhea Ripley's Influence and Other Notable Wrestlers

28:29 Bronson Reed and the Future of Australian Wrestling

31:20 WWE's Presence in Australia

39:26 The Unique Energy of Australian Wrestling Fans

43:41 Aussie Wrestlers Deserving Global Recognition

In this emergency episode of Pinfalls and Passports, Daddy Dom, Dorkchop and Katie discuss the shocking news confirmed by PW Insider that WrestleMania 2027 is set to take place in Saudi Arabia. The hosts weigh in on the announcement, discussing the implications of this first WrestleMania outside North America, its potential financial motivations, and the likelihood of international fans attending. They also touch on WWE's strategy to boost ticket sales and maximize profit, comparing it to UFC's recent success. The episode delves into the expected fan turnout, production scale, and venue possibilities, concluding with personal opinions on attending the event and speculating on when WWE will officially announce the news.

00:00 Introduction and Breaking News

01:49 Reactions to WrestleMania in Saudi Arabia

02:27 Financial Implications and Comparisons

05:26 Accessibility and Audience Concerns

09:13 Speculations and Future Announcements

13:04 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

In this episode of Pinfalls and Passports, Dorkchop and Mirah dive into the latest happenings in WWE including John Cena's last ever Smackdown appearance, in Chicago, the ongoing feud between AJ Styles and El Grande Americano, and the exciting comeback of AJ Lee. They discuss the dynamic pricing of WrestleMania travel packages and the upcoming WWE events. Also featured is a discussion about interactions within the WWE Travel Community Discord Server, predictions for future matches, and an exploration of international WWE shows. The episode wraps up with a look forward to upcoming wrestling and boxing events, as well as the community's engagement in fantasy football.

01:34 Recap of Friday Night Smackdown

02:15 Cena vs. Sami Zayn and Brock Lesnar's Involvement

03:56 Mid-Show Matches and Crowd Reactions

08:59 Main Event: CM Punk, Becky, and AJ Lee's Return

14:59 On Location Packages and Pricing

18:47 Recap of Monday Night Raw

26:07 Extended Match Analysis

27:05 AJ Lee's Impactful Promo

29:19 AJ Lee's Return and Future Prospects

31:37 Bailey's Confusing Character Arc

37:04 Main Event: Bronson Reed vs. LA Knight

39:42 Fantasy Football Talk

41:46 International WWE Shows

46:07 Upcoming Wrestling Events