Tama's Island

Orange Juice and Red Wine

Fri, 21 Oct 2022 13:15:00 +0000

Tama and Hiku Leo dive into the current situation in New Japan and talk about their system.

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2022 Summer Recap

Sun, 09 Oct 2022 12:07:08 +0000

Tama and HikuLeo recap from G1 Climax 32 to present day October 9, 2022.

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(7/21) The G1 Climax Begins!

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 05:29:37 +0000

Tama, Ross & Karen discuss the first round of the G1, as well as AEW's Barbed Wire Mayhem, and WWE's board of director's investigation into Vince McMahon*.

*Recorded on 6/21 before news of McMahon's retirement broke.

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G1 Climax Preview

Sat, 09 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Tama talks about the upcoming G1 Climax tournament with Ross and Karen

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Forbidden Door Fallout

Sat, 02 Jul 2022 08:20:00 +0000

Recorded 6/26

Ross, John & Karen discuss all things AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door

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Rushing Out The Forbidden Door

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 16:07:01 +0000

Recorded on June 21st. Tama returns to the podcast to chat with Ross, John & Karen about:

-The Road to Forbidden Door

-Vince McMahon

-G1 Climax

-More

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Jampacked June

Sat, 18 Jun 2022 11:01:49 +0000

Recorded on June 14th

Ross, Karen, and John discuss the latest news in wrestling including:

-NJPW Dominion

-AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door

-The Jeff Hardy Situation

-G1 Climax Lineup

-More

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Best of Super Juniors & Broken Dreams

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 06:45:01 +0000

Ross, John & Karen are joined by UCW Tag Team Champion Damian Black to discuss:

-Best of Super Juniors Finals

-NJPW Dominion

-AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door

-AEW Title Situations

-Injuries, injuries, and more injuries

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Too Much of A Good Thing

Sat, 04 Jun 2022 07:37:36 +0000

Recorded on Memorial Day, Tama joins Ross, Karen & John before his big match on June 11th at Dominion. Topics include:

-(Too much) Double or Nothing

-Best of Super Juniors

-Karl Anderson

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The Ballad of SHO & YOH

Sat, 28 May 2022 10:10:26 +0000

Tama, Ross, Karen & John dissect the latest Best of Super Juniors updates on this week's Tama's Island.

Topics include:

-YOH's muted presentation

-SHO's increased deviousness

-Taguchi's reliance on Butt Stuff

-Alex Zayne & Ace Austin's unlikely friendship

and more...

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Super Juniors & The Art of Being A Heel

Sat, 21 May 2022 09:51:58 +0000

Tama, Ross, John & Karen talk the latest Super Junior developments, including Alex Zayne's food adventures, Ace Austin representing IMPACT, and the cognitive dissonance of plucky, babyface Francesco Akira teaming with the dastardly United Empire.

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Tama Is Back!

Sat, 14 May 2022 08:00:00 +0000

Tama Tonga returns to the island to chop it up with Ross & John about his big win in Fukuoka.

Topics include:

-Wrestling Dontaku

-Best of Super Juniors

-Roman Reigns, and more

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After Dontaku

Fri, 06 May 2022 08:20:00 +0000

Ross & John talk about Tama's big win, Wrestling Dontaku, and more

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Wrestling Dontaku & Everything Else

Sat, 30 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0000

John, Ross, & Loren discuss discuss NJPW Wrestling Dontaku and more on a jampacked episode.

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Windy City Riot Breakdown

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 09:30:00 +0000

Ross, John, Karen & Marie discuss NJPW Windy City Riot and more...

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Hyper Battle & Beyond

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 09:20:00 +0000

Ross, John, Morgan & Karen discuss all the NJPW news coming out of Hyper Battle '22.

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WrestleMania Hangover

Fri, 08 Apr 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Ross, John & Gary breakdown the post-WrestleMania fog.

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Road To WrestleMania Spectacular

Sat, 02 Apr 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Ross, John & Karen talk New Japan Cup, WrestleMania Weekend, and more

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Back Into The Fold

Sat, 26 Mar 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Ross, Johnn & Scott discuss:

-GOD to Hontai

-Cody Rhodes to WWE

-Supercard of Honor

-More

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The Ides of March

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 12:07:31 +0000

Ross, John & Marie discuss:

-GOD kicked out of Bullet Club

-New Japan Cup

-Daylight Savings

-WrestleMania

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Bonus Episode w/ World Famous CB

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 10:57:00 +0000

World Famous CB stops by Tama's Island to talk about Ring of Honor, the Worldwide Dojo, and Reindeer Meat

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Road To The Cup

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 10:30:00 +0000

Loren and Gary join Ross for this week's episode. Topics include:

-Bullet Club Drama

-NJPW 50th Anniversary

-New Japan Cup Predictions/Ibushi out with injury

-Vince McMahon returning to the ring

-Tony Khan has an announcement

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Treason

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 22:03:46 +0000

-No Surrender reactions from Ross, Karen, & John

-NJPW New Years Golden Series

-Cody Rhodes/WWE Rumors

-Queen's got COVID

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CrossRhodes

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 02:30:00 +0000

- Cody and Brandy Rhodes Leaving AEW

-GOD vs. Good Brothers/IMPACT No Surrender this Saturday

-LA Rams win Super Bowl LVI/Super Bowl Ads/Halftime Show

-WWE wants to bring back Stone Cold Steve Austin, possibly to face Kevin Owens

-Dr. Strange 2 trailer

-AEW signs Keith Lee, 16-year old Nick Wayne

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Everything And The Kitchen Sink

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 10:55:00 +0000

-G.O.D vs The Good Brothers

-Shane McMahon is out of WWE

-Goldberg returns

-NJPW New Years Golden Series is back from hiatus

-AEW free agent situation

-Super Bowl, Oscars, Queen of England

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The Royal Whimper

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 10:50:00 +0000

-GOD in IMPACT

-Royal Rumble

-NJPW in Chicago

-Tom Brady retiring

-Bengals vs. Rams in the Super Bowl

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All Monkeys Accounted For

Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:55:00 +0000

-NJPW cancels January events, resumes Feb. 6th

-GCW Hammerstein

-WWE Royal Rumble

-AEW free agency

-Monkeys loose in PA

-NFL Playoffs

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Rhodes To The Free Agency

Fri, 21 Jan 2022 10:55:00 +0000

-Cody Rhodes is a free agent

-GOD headed to IMPACT

-MLW suing WWE

-NJPW Golden Series

-Brief update on the eruption and tsunami in Tonga

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Moon Rocks & The Royal Rumble

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 10:55:00 +0000

- NJPW vs. NOAH, IMPACT, AEW

-WWE looking for outside wrestlers for Royal Rumble. Rumble entries.

-Unidentified cube on the moon

-Elon Musk’s tunnel

-Remembering Bob Saget

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Wrestle Kingdom 16 Fallout

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 10:55:00 +0000

-Wrestle Kingdom

-More Wrestle Kingdom

-Tony Khan, NXT, and WWE Day 1 Fallout.

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NJPW vs. NOAH For Beginners

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 10:55:00 +0000

-Stipulation for Shibata match/Wrestle Kingdom Press Conference

-WWE dealing with COVID outbreak among talent by no longer requiring testing

-Deeper dive into NOAH vs. NJPW

- How important is social media to wrestlers?

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Wrestle Kingdom & The Missing Queen

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 10:55:00 +0000

-Wrestle Kingdom 16 cards (specifically a deep dive with Karen on the STARDOM matches and the NOAH matches)

-Shiozaki vs. Nakajima

-Road To Tokyo Dome

-New Black Tiger in NJPW Strong

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Ross Beats COVID

Sat, 18 Dec 2021 02:40:51 +0000

-BOSJ/WTL finals

-Wrestle Kingdom cards announced

-Kevin Owens staying in WWE

-Danielson/Page

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One Last Road To Final Battle

Fri, 10 Dec 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Ring of Honor Final Battle

-Best of Super Juniors/Tag League

-Johnny Gargano very possibly leaving WWE

-KENTA's return to NOAH is official

-Ospreay no longer appearing for MLW

-Shibata set to make an announcement on Dec. 15th

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Border Shutdown Redux

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 08:55:00 +0000

-Japan border shutdown

-WWE using releases in storylines

-World Tag League/Best of Super Juniors update

-KENTA wrestling for NOAH on Jan. 1st

-Go Shiozaki is back

-Twitter CEO stepping down

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An Egg In These Trying Times

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 08:55:00 +0000

-New Japan vs. NOAH on 1/8

-WWE Releases

-Rock-less Survivor Series

-BoSJ & WTL

-Omega injured

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The Ballad of Hangman Page & Ishii

Fri, 19 Nov 2021 08:55:00 +0000

-Battle In The Valley

-Best Of The Super Jr

-World Tag League

-Full Gear

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The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Fri, 12 Nov 2021 08:55:00 +0000

-Power Struggle preview

-Battle In The Valley matches announced

-World Tag League participants announced

-More WWE "Budget Cuts"

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Power Struggle Hype Train

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 08:55:00 +0000

John and Gary from Tama's island Patreon join Ross to cover this week in pro wrestling.

-WWE Game Of Thrones

-ROH Hiatus

-Battle In The Valley

-New Japan on the forefront of storytelling with a wrestlers Blood type

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-Back to Tradition? IWGP Heavyweight Championship Title-4th Version

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Tama's Back

Fri, 29 Oct 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Tama Tonga is back from his G1 climax tour and joining Ross, John, Morgan, and Canesha from Tama's island Patreon in a big roundtable-style loaded show.

-NJPW: G1, Suzuki, New Jr tag team champs

-Charlotte Flair and Becky Lynch Belt toss

-Impact & AEW relationship on the outs?

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Tama Tonga Beats Okada

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 09:18:18 +0000

Karen Sensei and No Name Tim join Ross this week as Tama prepares for his final G1 match.

G1 Climax 31
Wrestle Kingdom what if..
Friday night viewership ratings war
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Canesha & Comic-Con

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 13:36:11 +0000

Canesha from Tama's Island Patreon join Ross and chop up wrestling and her Comic-Con experience in New York while Tama Tonga prepares for his G1 match against Okada.

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Glock Anderson

Fri, 08 Oct 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Loren from Tama's island Patreon join us to talk:

-G1

-WWE Draft

-Armed Anderson Promo

-William Shatner

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Dive Shack Reunites

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Karen Sensei and Steve Kaye join us from Tama's island Patreon to cover the wrestling world!

-NXT 2.0

Vibes
The Call up?

-AEW

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-New Japan Pro Wrestling

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G1 Climax Begins

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Marie Shadows from Tama's Island Patreon joins us this week as a guest host.

-Dark side of the ring fallout

-NXT 2.0

-G1 Climax night 1 & 2

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Road To The G1 Climax

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 09:55:00 +0000

-G1Climax Season

-New WWE Champion

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All Out Fallout

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 08:55:00 +0000

Ashley and Morgan from Tama's island Patreon join us to chop up a great week of wrestling. From New Japan Pro Wrestling's Wrestle Grand Slam to AEW Fall Out, we dissect, analyze and highlight each PPV and some of our favorite moments.

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Behind The Music

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 09:55:00 +0000

Tim Williams AKA -No Name Tim- joins us to chop up the wrestling scene and get behind the thought process of creating the entrance music for the Guerrillas of Destiny.

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Everyone Is Back

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 09:55:00 +0000

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Resurgence Recap

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 09:55:00 +0000

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Friendly Competition

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 09:55:00 +0000

Scott and Gary join us from Tama's island to chop up what has been going on down in the wrestling scene. From trouble in Mexico, to budget cuts theories, New Japan heavy hitters, we cover it all.

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Fire Sale

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 12:20:38 +0000

Recent release in wrestling. Evil making a play for the Throne. New Japan Resurgence. Olympic Orgy.

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Taking Over

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0000

John Sebastian from Tama's Island joins us to cover what's going on right now in the wrestling industry.

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Wrestling Is Back!

Wed, 21 Jul 2021 03:00:00 +0000

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The College Years with John Madden

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 03:30:00 +0000

This week we bring in my childhood friend John Madden and have some laughs at the many stupid things we used to do together. We talk about the infamous bootleg BulletClub T-shirts to the college party experience.

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On the Road again

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 07:03:22 +0000

Canesha from Tama's island joins us to talk about Twitter killing people without fact checking. New Japan of America- Resurgence. Eddie Kingston going Stone Cold. Six man Tag Champions-Shane Taylor Promotion and more!

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Jimmy's Seafood

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 03:00:00 +0000

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Resurgence

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 03:00:00 +0000

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Anything can happen

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 03:00:00 +0000

As the wrestling world emerges out of the pandemic period, there's a sense of excitement that anything can happen.

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Squid Sesh.

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 03:00:00 +0000

We cover it from wrestling to out of space to the deep blue ocean.

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Heroes & Hustlers

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 13:20:56 +0000

We address the rumors of a possible "working relationship" between New Japan Pro Wrestling and WWE. Double or Nothing and Road to Dominion review/recap.

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Gaijin Unrest

Wed, 26 May 2021 03:00:00 +0000

There's talks of talent unrest in New Japan with hints of a foreign talent exodus during contract season. Did Will Ospreay leave New Japan without permission?

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Zombies

Wed, 19 May 2021 03:00:00 +0000

Our Tama's Island patrons Sydney and Sam join us to talk wrestling news, more importantly, ZOMBIES in wrestling!

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Papa Nagata

Wed, 12 May 2021 04:19:22 +0000

Wrestling is Hot in North America! Nagata is making his return to TNT after 23 years. Elon, Doge, and Billionaire divorces.

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Open Door Policy

Thu, 06 May 2021 04:58:17 +0000

Damian from Tama's Island joins us as we debrief the Dontaku Tour.

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Great Scott!

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 09:16:11 +0000

We bring in another guest from Tama's Island ( Patreon.com/tamasisland) to talk Wrestling, Mortal Kombat movie, and some surprising events from the weekend.

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Triller Triple Threat

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 03:00:00 +0000

We brought in a guest from Tama's Island Patreon ( Patreon.com/tamasisland). #PaulAskren Triller pay per view talk. This weeks Wrestling Promotion views.

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WrestleMania Hangover

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 01:48:00 +0000

Post WrestleMania talk. United States pulling out of Afghanistan after 20 years.

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Open for Business

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 03:00:00 +0000

U.S. States opening up for businesses. Will Pro-wrestling jump back on track and continue thriving like pre-covid times? New Japan talents making their way to Florida WrestleMania week. Ladder match in New Japan? The New IWGP World Champion Will Ospreay taking the helm.

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The New Age IWGP World Heavy Weight Title

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 03:00:00 +0000

The new IWGP World Heavy Weight Belt revealed! Cross promotion problems. Betting in Wrestling. Godzilla Vs King Kong and more!

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Domestic violence in wrestling?

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 03:00:00 +0000

This week we dive into the New Japan Cup final and the controversial finish to the show. Guesses on who will be the 4th member of the United Empire. Newly free agent La Sombra aka Andrade and more!

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BulletClub Space Party

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 03:17:30 +0000

This Week, Tama discusses how the Good Brothers are dodging him, FTR sucking, and a BulletClub Space Party in the future.

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This Episode Has More Fireworks Than That Death Match

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 03:28:00 +0000

This Week, Tama discusses that moment from the Death Match last Sunday, NFT's, The Royal Family, and his thoughts on the current affairs in NJPW.

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Tama Puts The Tag Team World on Watch!

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 02:44:00 +0000

This Week, Tama puts all of the tag teams on blast. No company is safe! Plus, Tama discusses the change to the top Championships of New Japan Pro Wrestling.

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Tama Says Something Nice About Roman Reigns

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 03:27:00 +0000

This Week, Tama discusses Daft Punk, Kanye West, Tiger Woods, Lenny, his bag handler with the terrible tan and haircut Cyrus, and yes, he says something nice about Roman Reigns!

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Tama Tonga Calling AEW A Mid Card Company

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 02:39:00 +0000

This Week, Tama responds to Kenny's Bag Handler, Don Callis. Plus, Tama discusses FinJuice to IMPACT, and who the real Forbidden Door is.

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Let's Talk Lenny, Festus, Lil' Festus...

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 03:29:00 +0000

This Week, Tama gives props to KENTA for his actions on Wednesday, talks them Bootleg Boys, and lets Uncle Dave (and his "sources") have it!

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The Realest Era

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 03:43:00 +0000

This Week, Tama takes aim at the Bootleg Club (will they never learn?). Also, Tama discusses Jay White's return, Mox v Kenta, and his new nickname for 2021.

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Chillin' Like A Villain

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 00:48:41 +0000

This Week, Tama lays back and talks about some lighter topics- UFC, Super Bowl, and defending his IWGP Heavyweight Tag Team Championship

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Tama Takes Aim At Bootleg Club

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to Tama's Island! This week, Tama takes aim at the Bootleg Club, gives his side of the story, and renames Iron Fingers!

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Season Premiere, Shots Fired!

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 05:01:00 +0000

Welcome back for Season 2 of Tama's Island! This week, Ross and Tama discuss that situation and no one is spared the wrath of Tama Tonga!

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Tama Tonga, Live from Tokyo

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the FINAL minisode in between S1 and S2 of Tama's Island!

Tama is taking this one solo, giving you an update on his time in Japan, Winning WTL FINALLY(!!!!), and moving forward to Wrestle Kingdom 1.4.21. Listen in for Tama giving all of the details on what has been going on in the world of NJPW and what life is like in Tokyo right now.

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Live from Japan with Bad Luck Fale (Bonus Episode!)

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to a special bonus episode of Tama's Island. While we get ready for Season 2 in January, Tama took some time to chop it up with fellow Bullet Club OG Bad Luck Fale during the World Tag League tour!

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Tama's Island Minisode 4: 5 Most Influential People to Tama's Career, Favorite Venues, Wrestler Tama Wants to Have A Beer With, End of Season Wrap-Up

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 15:25:00 +0000

Welcome to a very special series on Tama's Island! As we prepare for S2 of Tama's Island, Tama and Ross sat down to answer some of the burning questions that we just did not get to in S1. Each episode is packed with new stories that you have not heard yet on Tama's Island, enjoy!

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Tama's Island Minisode 3: Proudest Accomplishments, Tama's Workout Plan, Legends that would fit in Bullet Club

Tue, 24 Nov 2020 17:30:00 +0000

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Tama's Island Minisode 2: How Evil is Evil?, Food in the Dojo, Hair Products

Tue, 17 Nov 2020 04:31:00 +0000

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Tama's Island Minisode 1: Tag Team Dream Matches, The Enzo Feud, Tama's 'I Made It' Moment

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 04:45:00 +0000

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Tama’s Island Season Finale: Tama's Special Announcement and Power Struggle 2020

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 04:45:00 +0000

On this week’s Tama’s Island, Tama and Ross wrap up Season 1 of the podcast (don’t worry, we have a special series coming for the next few weeks!), discussing Power Struggle 2020 and what Tama is up to…and where…..

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NEWS ON THIS WEEK’S EPISODE

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 12:48:44 +0000

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Young Gun (Feat Hiku Leo)

Tue, 27 Oct 2020 03:00:00 +0000

On this week's Tama's Island, Tama’s youngest brother, Hiku Leo, joins Tama for an in-depth interview that spans a multitude of subjects, from going through both the Tokyo and LA Dojos, excursion to England, trying out for NJPW in New Zealand, debuting in the Tokyo Dome, his “welcome to New Japan” moment, and so much more. This is an episode you do not want to miss!

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G1 Finals Review (feat Tanga Loa)

Tue, 20 Oct 2020 03:00:00 +0000

On this week's Tama's Island, Tama, Ross and Tanga Loa wrap up the G1 Series of Tama’s Island episodes by discussing the G1 Climax Final. Listen in for their thoughts on Will Ospreay, EVIL, Jay White, SANADA, Kota Ibushi, and so much more. Plus, listen until the end to find out who will be joining Tama for an exclusive interview next week!

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G1 Finals Preview (LIVE SHOW ft Tanga Loa)

Sat, 17 Oct 2020 15:59:00 +0000

On this week's Tama's Island, Tama and Ross record the podcast LIVE with a studio audience, the Islander tier of Tama’s Island Patreon. Tanga Loa joins Tama and Ross to discuss the B Block Finals and their predictions for the G1 Final this coming Sunday.

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BREAKING: SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING THIS WEEK'S EPISODE OF TAMA'S ISLAND (Read Description)

Tue, 13 Oct 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Ever wanted to participate in your favorite podcast? Now is your chance. This week's episode of Tama's Island will not be dropping in its typical timeslot. This week's episode, however, is going to be something very special, as for the first time EVER, we will record the podcast LIVE, with YOU as the studio audience.

This Friday, at 5:30pm Eastern Time, we will record an episode of Tama's Island with a very special guest, Tanga Loa and during the record, you can sit in, ask questions as the podcast is recording, and then join the team after for a Happy Hour. This will be a 2 hour party, and we want you to be our special guests!

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G1 First Half Review (ft. Tanga Loa)

Tue, 06 Oct 2020 03:00:00 +0000

On this week's Tama's Island, Tanga Loa joins Tama and Ross to discuss the first half of the G1 Tournament and what comes next. Listen in to hear their thoughts on Zack Sabre Jr, Sanada, Evil, KENTA, and so many more. Plus, hear Tama's thoughts on the big NJPW Office news that came out just a few days ago.

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The Crown Jewel (feat. Chase Owens)

Tue, 29 Sep 2020 03:00:00 +0000

On this week's Tama's Island, Bullet Club member Chase Owens joins the podcast for the very first time. Chase discusses why interacting with the fans is so important, his love of video games, real life Mario Cart in Shibuya, being part of NJPW Strong over the past few months, the G1 tournament, how he came up with the moniker “The Crown Jewel,” and so much more!

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G1 Nights 1&2 Review (ft. Tanga Loa)

Tue, 22 Sep 2020 03:00:00 +0000

On this week's Tama's Island, Tanga Loa returns to discuss the first two nights of the G1. Tama, Ross, and Tanga Loa discuss their thoughts on Will Ospreay (and his new look), who surprised them over the first two nights and who needs to step their game up if they're going to compete for the G1 over the last month. Plus, the guys give their predictions for the next two nights of tournament action!

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G1 Preview Show (feat. Tanga Loa)

Tue, 15 Sep 2020 03:00:00 +0000

On this week's Tama's Island, Tama and Ross are joined by Tama's brother and other half of Guerillas of Destiny, Tanga Loa. The guys have a roundtable and dissect the participants of this year's G1 in detail, discussing each member of A and B block, as well as diving into each matchup of the first two nights of the G1 Tournament. Following this, the members of G.O.D discuss their experiences in past G1 tours, the grueling schedule that comes with it and some of the fun in participating in “C Block”. This is a jam packed episode, that also features the announcement of two new spin-off shows, exclusively on Tama's Island Patreon.

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Machine Gun Returns to Tama's Island (ft. Karl Anderson)

Tue, 08 Sep 2020 03:00:00 +0000

This week on Tama's Island, we dig into the exclusive archives and bring you the PILOT of Tama's Island that has never been heard before (apart from Patreon), which is an hour long interview between Tama Tonga and Karl Anderson. Karl and Tama discuss their time together as Bullet Club in Japan, Karl's time within WWE, stories about Doc Gallows, Bad Luck Fale, and more!

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The Role of Sponsors in Japanese Professional Wrestling

Tue, 01 Sep 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to Tama’s Island! Tama’s Subject of the Week is “The Role of Sponsors in Japanese Professional Wrestling.” This episode, Tama explains the role of the Sponsor for wrestlers in Japan, talks about some notable sponsors and their professions, and tells some amazing stories from his many sponsor dinners (including his time joining a mariachi band at sponsor dinners!). Plus, Tama is giving everyone the chance to ask "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson about his many sponsor dinners this coming Friday, listen to the podcast to find out how!

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Headbanging With ELP, Part 2 (Ft. ELP)

Tue, 25 Aug 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "Headbanging with ELP, Part 2". Concluding the 2-part interview with El Phantasmo, Tama and ELP start by discussing the customs and culture behind drinking in Japan, then jump into what ELP has been doing to keep busy during this unconventional time, the 24/7 nature of being a Pro Wrestler, and much, much more. Plus, Tama and ELP are giving You the chance to talk with them and discuss these last two episodes, face-to-face, Friday, August 28th! Listen until the end of the episode to find out how.

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Headbanging With ELP, Part 1 (Ft. ELP)

Tue, 18 Aug 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "Headbanging with ELP, Part 1". In the first half of this special 2 week series, Tama talks with ELP about how he’s spending his time back in Canada, his strong social media game, living and wrestling in England, making his way to Japan, and much more. This is just the beginning though, as we will be right back with ELP next week as well!

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The Blueprint: Pro-Wrestling 2.0

Tue, 11 Aug 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to Tama’s Island! Tama’s Subject of the Week is “The Blueprint: Pro-Wrestling 2.0.” This episode, Tama and Ross welcome in their friend Steve and have a three-man roundtable discussion on what the future of Professional Wrestling holds. In the first episode of a longer series in the future, the guys discuss the evolution of Wrestling training, combines, dojo systems, and what would work in America and around the world.

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The Rogue General (ft. Toko Fale)

Tue, 04 Aug 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" is "The Rogue General". This week Tama catches up with one of Bullet Club's founding members Toko Fale. They discuss their time coming up in the New Japan Pro Wrestling system, Fale's Dojo in New Zealand, how he's been keeping busy during these COVID times, and more!

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Ask Tama Anything

Tue, 28 Jul 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "Ask Tama Anything”. In this episode, Tama answers the questions you want to get answers to! Listen to Tama’s thoughts on underrated wrestlers, biggest influences in the dojo, his most brutal matches, what giant legendary wrestler he’d give a gun stun to, companies he’d like to work with that he hasn’t before, who is least likely to grab the bill at dinner, and what it was like to grow up with Haku as father!

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Lost Members of Bullet Club

Tue, 21 Jul 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "The Forgotten Members of Bullet Club". In this deep dive, Tama gives his thoughts on many of the members of Bullet Club that have passed through the ranks in the first seven years of Bullet Club. From Cody Hall to Jeff Jarrett, Stephen Amell to The Original Bone Soldier, you’ll hear about them all in this episode! Plus, listen during the first break for a chance to earn a Tama's Island Prize Pack!

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Is this the “Bullet Club is Evil” Era?

Tue, 14 Jul 2020 04:35:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "Is this the ‘BulletClub is Evil’ Era?.” In this deep dive, Tama discusses the wild weekend that just occurred in New Japan Pro Wrestling, the newest member of Bullet Club and the new IWGP Intercontinental and Heavyweight Champion, EVIL. Tama gives his first thoughts on the new champion, what this means for Bullet Club, and how anything can happen in 2020.

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The Elite Era of Bullet Club

Tue, 07 Jul 2020 04:45:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "The Elite Era of Bullet Club". In this deep dive, Tama gives his thoughts on Cody, Kenny Omega, Marty Scurll, Hangman Page, and the Young Bucks, and their time as members of Bullet Club. Hear Tama’s true thoughts of Kenny as a leader of Bullet Club, his beliefs on Hangman Page, his feelings on Cody’s run within Bullet Club, and the night at the Cow Palace and their exit from BC. So many stories are told this episode!

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A New Era: New Japan 2020

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 04:00:00 +0000

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "A New Era: New Japan 2020". In this deep dive, Tama gives his thoughts on the reopening and rise of a new age of NJPW, his thoughts on every competitor in the New Japan Cup, and his picks on the next few rounds of the Cup. This is a unique one as you get a great commentary between Ross and Tama about the current age of NJPW.

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Growing up in Tonga

Tue, 23 Jun 2020 05:16:00 +0000

Welcome to the latest episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island! Every episode is hosted by pro wrestling star Tama Tonga and features his co-host Ross Berman.

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "Growing Up In Tonga". In this deep dive, Tama opens up about his upbringing in the Kingdom of Tonga and what ultimately led to him moving to the United States

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The Phenomenal Era

Tue, 16 Jun 2020 05:40:26 +0000

Welcome to the latest episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island! Every episode is hosted by pro wrestling star Tama Tonga and features his co-host Ross Berman.

Tama's "Subject of The Week" this week is "Bullet Club's Phenomenal Era". In this deep dive, Tama opens up about AJ Styles’ time in Bullet Club and how the Club evolved during his time with the group.

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Doc Gallows (Feat. Doc Gallows)

Tue, 09 Jun 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the latest episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island! Every episode is hosted by pro wrestling star Tama Tonga and features his co-host Ross Berman.

This week Tama welcomes to the show one of his best friends, Doc Gallows! Gallows chats with Tama about their time in Bullet Club, his leap back to WWE, his WWE release, the influence his father had on his career and more.

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Tama closes out the show by playing an excerpt from his Tama's Island Happy Hour from this past Friday. Featuring some of Tama's Patreon "Islanders" asking him questions about tag team wrestling.

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Tama's Military Career

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the latest episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island! Every episode is hosted by pro wrestling star Tama Tonga and features his co-host Ross Berman.

This episode begins with Tama and Ross discussing the protests across the United States following the killing of George Floyd. Then, Tama discusses his "Subject Of The Week" with Ross, "Tama's Military Career". It features Tama taking a look back at why he chose to enlist, being sent overseas following 9/11, why he chose to leave the military and more..

Tama closes out the show by playing an excerpt from his Tama's Island Happy Hour from this past Friday. Featuring some of Tama's Patreon "Islanders" asking him questions about tag team wrestling.

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From Kava To Tama Tonga

Tue, 26 May 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the latest episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island! Every episode is hosted by pro wrestling star Tama Tonga and features his co-host Ross Berman.

This episode begins with Tama and Ross discussing the passing of Stardom star Hana Kimura. Then, Tama discusses his "Subject Of The Week" with Ross, "From Kava To Tama Tonga." It features Tama taking a look back at every iteration of his in-ring persona.

Tama closes out the show by playing an excerpt from his Tama's Island Happy Hour from this past Friday. Featuring some of Tama's Patreon "Islanders" asking him questions about tag team wrestling.

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The Art of Tag Team Wrestling

Tue, 19 May 2020 08:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the latest episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island! Every episode is hosted by pro wrestling star Tama Tonga and features his co-host Ross Berman.

This episode begins with Tama and Ross discussing the tragedy surrounding Shad Gaspard as well as Harold Meij's recent comments about the future of NJPW shows.

Later in the show, Tama discusses his "Subject Of The Week" with Ross. This week's subject is "The Art of Tag Team Wrestling".

Tama closes out the show by playing an excerpt from his Tama's Island Happy Hour from this past Friday. Featuring some of Tama's Patreon "Islanders" asking him questions about tag team wrestling.

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Tama's Time As A Young Boy At The NJPW Dojo

Mon, 11 May 2020 21:58:21 +0000

Welcome to the latest episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island!

This episode features Tama discussing WWE's "rat race" inspired Money In The Bank match as well as the possibility of NJPW presenting "no crowd shows".

Later in the show, Tama and his co-host Ross Berman discuss his "Subject Of The Week". This week's subject is "Tama's Time As A Young Boy At The NJPW Dojo" and features the two taking a deep look at several moments before, during and after Tama's stint as a young boy.

Following his chat with Ross, Tama opens up the discussion to some of the "Islanders" from his Tama's Island Patreon page. "Islanders" get to hang with Tama every Friday on Zoom as part of his Happy Hours to discuss the "Subject Of The Week" before it's released to the public.

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The Formation of Bullet Club ft: Karl Anderson

Mon, 04 May 2020 20:53:47 +0000

Welcome to the debut episode of Tama Tonga's podcast, Tama's Island!

This episode features Tama discussing Japanese pro wrestling's handling of the coronavirus pandemic and WWE's plans for their chaotic Money In The Bank match.

Later in the show, Tama is joined by "Machine Gun" Karl Anderson to discuss the formation of Bullet Club and it's seven year anniversary. Following that, Tama gets reactions to his interview with Karl from Islanders of the Tama's Island Patreon page.

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Tama's Island - Coming Monday May 4th!

Thu, 23 Apr 2020 03:04:46 +0000

Welcome to the official podcast feed for Tama's Island! Hosted by pro wrestling star Tama Tonga and co-hosted by NJPW aficionado Ross Berman!

The debut episode drops Monday May 4th and will feature Tama talking the top pro wrestling news of the day, looking back at the night Bullet Club formed and talking to citizens of Tama's Island!

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Tama's Island

Orange Juice and Red Wine

2022 Summer Recap

(7/21) The G1 Climax Begins!

G1 Climax Preview

Forbidden Door Fallout

Rushing Out The Forbidden Door

Jampacked June

Best of Super Juniors & Broken Dreams

Too Much of A Good Thing

The Ballad of SHO & YOH

Super Juniors & The Art of Being A Heel

Tama Is Back!

After Dontaku

Wrestling Dontaku & Everything Else

Windy City Riot Breakdown

Hyper Battle & Beyond

WrestleMania Hangover

Road To WrestleMania Spectacular

Back Into The Fold

The Ides of March

Bonus Episode w/ World Famous CB

More Questions Than Answers

Road To The Cup

Treason

CrossRhodes

Everything And The Kitchen Sink

The Royal Whimper

All Monkeys Accounted For

Rhodes To The Free Agency

Moon Rocks & The Royal Rumble

Wrestle Kingdom 16 Fallout

NJPW vs. NOAH For Beginners

Wrestle Kingdom & The Missing Queen

Ross Beats COVID

One Last Road To Final Battle

Border Shutdown Redux

An Egg In These Trying Times

The Ballad of Hangman Page & Ishii

The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

Power Struggle Hype Train

Tama's Back

Tama Tonga Beats Okada

Canesha & Comic-Con

Glock Anderson

Dive Shack Reunites

G1 Climax Begins

Road To The G1 Climax

All Out Fallout

Behind The Music

Everyone Is Back

Resurgence Recap

Friendly Competition

Fire Sale

Taking Over

Wrestling Is Back!

The College Years with John Madden

On the Road again

Jimmy's Seafood

Resurgence

Anything can happen

Squid Sesh.

Heroes & Hustlers

Gaijin Unrest

Zombies

Papa Nagata

Open Door Policy

Great Scott!

Triller Triple Threat

WrestleMania Hangover

Open for Business

The New Age IWGP World Heavy Weight Title

Domestic violence in wrestling?

BulletClub Space Party

This Episode Has More Fireworks Than That Death Match

Tama Puts The Tag Team World on Watch!

Tama Says Something Nice About Roman Reigns

Tama Tonga Calling AEW A Mid Card Company

Let's Talk Lenny, Festus, Lil' Festus...

The Realest Era