The Emerald FlowShow

Emerald FlowShow #104: Global Honored Slapjack

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:47:02 +0000

A lot to get to on this episode that starts off with Big Japan's largest show of the year and the crowning of a new champion. Speaking of new champions, there's also NOAH with some wild booking, great matches, and new champions. Then it's onto All Japan, which has exceeded everyone's expectations with a really fun Champion Carnival that had a dramatic final night of block action.

Emerald FlowShow #103: No Fun Aoyagi

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 22:44:55 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back with a lot on their plate. There's a little GLEAT and Big Japan. Then a look at NOAH as it gears up for a big Sumo Hall show at the beginning of May with some less than inspiring booking. Finally, they review first four shows of the Champion Carnival which have exceeded expectations.

Emerald FlowShow #102: Titans of Overachieving

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 14:51:55 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back with a loaded show that kicks off by covering some major matches from GLEAT, ZERO1 and DDT. Then it's on to NOAH where Mr. Smack Daddy and Kenoh deliver the goods and the company feels like it's heading in a better direction. Over in All Japan, the company wraps up a strong Jr. Heavyweight Tag Team tournament and some title defences. Plus a look at the Champion Carnival blocks and schedule.

Emerald FlowShow #101: Failed Bullet Club Hunter

Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:23:07 +0000

Paul and Gerard discuss the NOAH Jr. Tag League, NOAH's current directions and its problems. Then it's on to All Japan with another Jr. tag tournament and a big show at Ota Ward Gym with lots of title matches including Kento Miyahara vs. Jun Saito for the Triple Crown. Plus previews of upcoming NOAH & All Japan shows.

Emerald FlowShow 100th Episode Spectactular

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 23:27:32 +0000

In celebration of our 100th episode, Paul is back to talk about his trip to Japan and seeing All Japan, Big Japan and ZERO1 live. Then it's on to discuss the Jr. Heavyweight tag team tournaments in All Japan and NOAH. Plus more complaining about NOAH's main event scene and discussion of who got left out of this year's Champion Carnival field. Thanks for listening to our first 100 episodes and listening to many more!

Emerald FlowShow #99: All Aboard the Talos Train

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 01:54:47 +0000

Gerard is joined by Dylan Fox of the Eastern Lariat to talk about EVIL leaving New Japan, the FSM 50, NOAH's booking, All Japan's surprisingly strong January and which company is putting their best foot forward in 2026 so far.

Emerald FlowShow #98: Kento's Shiny Boots

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 15:54:51 +0000

Gerard flies solo to cover DDT, GLEAT, Big Japan, and of course NOAH and All Japan. With the end of the year and the start of a new one there is a lot of news, great matches and some not so great booking directions. All Japan put on a Match of the Year Contender while NOAH leaned in way too much into Team 2000X. So who came out looking the best at the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026? Give a listen and find out!

Emerald FlowShow #97: Legend by Default

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 18:07:11 +0000

Paul and Gerard end the year by discussing Kaito Kiyomiya's awesome tenth anniversary show with one of the greatest Iron Man matches ever and the back half of the Real World Tag League that saw a recently formed (and very tall) tag team emerge victorious. Plus they preview All Japan and NOAH's end of the year/new year shows.

Emerald FlowShow #96: The Shoot Fool

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:29:10 +0000

On this episode Paul and Gerard discuss Yuma Aoyagi's The Fool gimmick being a shoot and the consequences of his suspension. Then it's on to Big Japan where So Daimonji continues a great run as Strong Champion. NOAH had a big show in Sendai with Yoshiki Inamura vs. Kaito Kiyomiya for the GHC title and All Japan began its annual Real World Tag League.

Emerald FlowShow #95: Smack My Daddy Up

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 15:56:06 +0000

An absolutely jam-packed episode where Paul and Gerard cover GLEAT's debacle in Yokohama, ZERO1's triumphant return to Korakuen Hall, DDT's big show at Sumo Hall, another NOAH sellout in Korakuen with a new champion, and the last show of All Japan's Hokkaido Tour with a great Triple Crown match.

Emerald FlowShow #94: Go & So

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 14:30:02 +0000

After a longer than expected absence, Paul and Gerard are back to talk about GLEAT, So Daimonji winning the Big Japan Strong Title, recent NOAH shows and a huge jump by Go Shiozaki to All Japan. Plus a preview of the Real World Tag League.

Emerald FlowShow #93: 2 Yuma 2 Furious

Thu, 25 Sep 2025 19:13:30 +0000

Gerard welcomes two guests to the show - Dylan Fox of the Eastern Lariat and Dr. Jonathan Foye, author of the books Ganbaru and The Muto Years about All Japan and who also has an upcoming book about Pro Wrestling NOAH. They discuss All Japan's Giant Dream show and NOAH's N-1 finals and break down the long awaited title change in All Japan and the new directions that each promotion is headed in. Plus lots of digressions into pro wrestling history.

Emerald FlowShow #92: Taishin

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 12:48:47 +0000

Paul and Gerard remember Taishin Nagao and take stock of this tragic loss. There is also Big Japan, NOAH N-1 and the finals of All Japan's Royal Road Tournament.

Emerald FlowShow #91: Believe in Naoya

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 19:26:57 +0000

Paul and Gerard cover FOUR promotions this week with 2 matches from Big Japan and DDT Peter Pan coverage. Then it's on to NOAH with a debacle of a GHC title match and the N-1 lineup announcements. They wrap up with All Japan to talk about a Royal Road Tournament that has not been good but Naoya Nomura's return gives them hope.

Emerald FlowShow #90: Are We Back?

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 04:54:13 +0000

Paul and Gerard cover a chaging landscape with All Japan and NOAH each moving in new directions. They examine if there exciting things on the horizon with the changes to Team 2000X and a new emphasis on Jr. Heavyweights in All Japan. Plus Masato Tanaka vs. Hayabusa.

Emerald FlowShow #89: The Year of HAYATA?

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 19:33:28 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back to discuss two huge titles changes in Pro Wrestling NOAH and then it's on to All Japan where they discuss the Jr. Battle of Glory tournament so far and talk about a possible turning point in the company's recent lackluster booking.

Emerald FlowShow #88: A GLEAT Crisis

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 02:19:19 +0000

Paul and Gerard cast a wide net and talk about Big Japan, DDT, and even NXT. There is plenty of talk about GLEAT's fourth anniversary show and the mess that the company now finds itself in. Plus some traditional All Japan and NOAH coverage as those companies build to some big shows.

Emerald FlowShow #87: Pop & Light

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 04:59:29 +0000

Paul and Gerard cover the Big Japan Ikkitousen Strong Climb tournament finals, lots of NOAH Monday Magic, and dive into several title matches in All Japan. Plus more discussion of where All Japan is headed and a Jr. Battle of Glory preview.

Emerald FlowShow #86: Malaise

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 12:46:10 +0000

Paul and Gerard take a look at NOAH Monday Magic and the controversial three-way match for the GHC Heavyweight Title. Then it's on to All Japan for the big Saito vs. Saito Triple Crown match. Plus an analysis of what's ailing in All Japan and NOAH, the King of DDT finals, and discussion of Voices of Wrestling's 30 Under 30 list.

Emerald FlowShow #85: Eisbein mit Kartoffeln

Fri, 23 May 2025 14:32:58 +0000

Paul and Gerard return to talk about a big NOAH show in Korakuen Hall and discuss if OZAWA's title reign is running out of steam. Then it's on to the last shows of the Champion Carnival and an analysis of where All Japan should go next. Plus Gerard talks about his experiences at Arena Mexico.

Emerald FlowShow #84: Dumb Jock Wrestler Carnival

Thu, 01 May 2025 09:16:54 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back to cover a NOAH Korakuen Hall show with a fun streetfight and preview the May 3rd Sumo Hall show. Then it's on to All Japan where they go over nine Champion Carnival shows and discuss who has been good and bad so far. Plus an impromptu Big Japan preview.

Emerald Flow Show #83: Champion Carnival 2025 Preview

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 15:27:53 +0000

Paul and Gerard start with NOAH, where the GHC tag team title situation is finally resolved. From there,e they head over to All Japan to review a major, but lackluster show and provide an in-depth preview of the Champion Carnival.

Emerald FlowShow #82: Junta is for the Children

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 15:03:02 +0000

Paul and Gerard dive into the latest in All Japan and NOAH featuring several great tag team title matches plus the recent OZAWA title defense against Masa Kitamiya. Then they preview some big matches on the horizon including KENTA main eventing Sumo Hall.

Emerald FlowShow #81: Stop the Jun & Rei

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 19:42:20 +0000

Paul and Gerard cover the NOAH Jr. Tag League and the latest OZAWA title defense. In All Japan they discuss Jun Saito vs. Yuma Aoyagi and preview some upcoming shows. Plus an impromptu epilogue.

Emerald FlowShow #80: Docchi, Docchi Docchi?!

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 18:07:15 +0000

Paul and Gerard celebrate KENTA's return home to NOAH, and discuss the company's hot show in Korakuen Hall. From there it's on to All Japan with a big tag title match and some strange booking. Then they go over the Champion Carnival participants.

Emerald FlowShow #79: OZAWAMANIA

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 07:08:13 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back talking about developments in GLEAT and Big Japan. Then they cover NOAH and the ups and downs of the Team 2000X storyline. They conclude by covering All Japan with a great Triple Crown match between Jun Saito and Yuma Anzai.

Emerald FlowShow #78: House of 2000X

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:05:02 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back with a huge episode discussing all of the big shows that happened during the holiday season. They cover All Japan, NOAH, DDT and even a match from Big Japan. Plus a breakdown of some surprise title changes and what these mean for the future of All Japan and NOAH.

Emerald FlowShow #77: The Mike D Defense Squad

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 17:05:17 +0000

Paul and Gerard cover the big news surrounding Suwama and Takuya Nomura no longer being full-timers in their respective companies, defend Mike D Vecchio on his first tour of Japan, talk about some recent NOAH shows, preview their January 1 show, and finally talk about the second half of the Real World Tag League and its great finals.

Emerald FlowShow #76: NOAH's gonna NOAH

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:34:47 +0000

Paul and Gerard discuss recent NOAH shows featuring Akitoshi Saito's retirement and a great GHC Heavyweight Title match. They also analyze some of NOAH's recent and questionable booking decisions. Then it's on to All Japan to cover the first half of the Real World Tag League.

Emerald FlowShow #75: Junta Steps Up

Sat, 09 Nov 2024 08:04:41 +0000

Paul and Gerard disucss the news of Yoshiki Inamura to NXT. Then they talk about DDT where a new champion was crowned and the second Fighting Detectives show main event. From there its NOAH and its N Innovation tournament and they go over All Japan's tour across Hokkaido where there was surprise new Triple Crown champion.

Emerald FlowShow #74: All Japan Jesus

Fri, 25 Oct 2024 01:32:39 +0000

Paul and Gerard touch on some weird and infuriating stuff from GLEAT and DDT then move on to recent NOAH highlighted by another fun Limit Break show and the return of Monday Magic. Then it's All Japan's recent Korakuen Hall show with Yuma Aoyagi vs. Ren Ayabe for the Triple Crown, plus a preview of All Japan's upcoming Hokkaido tour.

Emerald FlowShow #73: Our GLEATest Episode Ever

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 00:30:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about the latest from NOAH and All Japan including several title matches and analyze possibly the worst angle of the year. Then they cover two major shows from GLEAT and end the episode with a surprise segment.

Emerald FlowShow #72: Big Hokuto Energy

Fri, 27 Sep 2024 15:49:23 +0000

Paul and Gerard preview GLEAT's upcoming ridiculous show in Osaka. They discuss NOAH's recent Korakuen Hall show with Kiyomiya vs. Oiwa, then go through the entirety of All Japan's Royal Road Tournament.

Emerald FlowShow #71: The End of the Jake Era

Fri, 06 Sep 2024 19:40:14 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back to discuss the big news that Jake Lee has signed with New Japan. Paul talks about his trip to All In while Gerard discusses a little DDT and talks about one of the emotional things he’s ever seen in pro wrestling - the Takayamania Empire III main event and its post-match. From there they talk about the second half of the N-1 and the debacle of a finals show. They then finish up with All Japan and the two recent Triple Crown matches and discuss the mixed response to those matches as well as the upcoming Royal Road tournament.

Emerald FlowShow #70: They Don't Make Them Like This Anymore

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 01:25:50 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back with a HUGE episode. First they talk about the sudden retirement of Yoshinari Ogawa and NOAH being hit by the injury bug. Then they cover the first five shows of the N-1. Finally it's on to All Japan to talk about the amazing Yuma Anzai vs. Rei Saito Triple Crown match and discuss how the company's booking is beginning to run into some problems.

Emerald FlowShow #69: Brave Wrestler MUSASHI

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 05:52:51 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about some assorted matches, DDT Peter Pan, NOAH Limit Break and a great Yuma Anzai vs. Ryuki Honda match for the Triple Crown. They also preview some upcoming All Japan shows including the Royal Road Tournament participants.

Emerald FlowShow #68: Stop the Anzai

Tue, 16 Jul 2024 21:22:09 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back sooner than usual to talk about NOAH's big Budokan show and a trio of All Japan shows from this past weekend including some major title defenses. They also talk a lot about the N-1 field and the future of Yuma Anzai's Triple Crown reign.

Emerald FlowShow #67: Dangan

Thu, 11 Jul 2024 19:56:05 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about Masato Tanaka's 30th (or is it 31st?) anniversary show and match before moving on to GLEAT's big show from July 1st. They also talk about recent All Japan and NOAH shows and do some previews before answering listener questions. Gerard also gets paranoid about Suwama winning the Triple Crown.

Emerald FlowShow #66: Third Time's a Charm, Jake

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 23:29:45 +0000

Paul and Gerard are finally back with a massive episode. First, they talk about Jake Lee finally achieving his dream of being in the G1. Then they cover their ballots for this year's Voices of Wrestling 30 Under 30 poll. From there it's coverage of Josh Barnett's Bloosport Bushido, a preview the upcoming GLEAT show on July 1st and then discussion of the recent big shows and title matches in All Japan and NOAH featuring Yuma Anzai and Kaito Kiyomiya respectively.

Emerald FlowShow #65: Reiwa Tom Magee

Sat, 01 Jun 2024 17:31:18 +0000

Paul and Gerard cover the finals of the King of DDT tournament, talk about some recent NOAH shows, and then finally get to what everyone is waiting for, Kento Miyahara vs. Yuma Anzai.

Emerald FlowShow #64: NOAH is doomed! DOOOOMED!!!!!

Thu, 23 May 2024 16:14:13 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about the recent news of Cyberfight looking to work with WWE. They give their takes on what this might mean for NOAH and the Japanese scene as a whole and whether historical comparisons are appropriate or not. Then they pivot to NOAH's recent shows, including the big Ryohei Oiwa angle and KENOH vs Minoru Suzuki. In the second half of the episode, they cover All Japan's excellent Champion Carnival finals as well as Saito's progression as singles workers.

Emerald FlowShow #63: Copious Champion Carnival Coverage

Thu, 09 May 2024 15:55:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard have a loaded show with coverage from big Golden Week shows, including Big Japan's Endless Survivor, King of DDT, and NOAH's Wrestle Magic. Then, they cover a ton of Champion Carnival shows and discuss the best matches of the tournament and which wrestlers stepped up (and which didn't).

Emerald FlowShow #62: Of Course We Found a Way to Talk About Marigold

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 16:21:52 +0000

In this packed episode, Paul and Gerard talk about the formation of Dream Star Fighting Marigold and what it means for All Japan and NOAH. Plus: Remembering Akebono, ZERO1, DDT, and of course the latest shows from NOAH and coverage of the first show of the Champion Carnival.

Emerald FlowShow #61: The Newest Hero

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 18:47:23 +0000

Paul and Gerard dive right into Yuma Anzai's shocking victory over Katsuhiko Nakajima to become the youngest Triple Crown champion in history. They then talk more about what the heck is going on with ZERO1 and finish up by discussing two good NOAH shows and the momentum the company is building.

Emerald FlowShow #60: YO-HEY Respect Army

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 03:26:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard dive into DDT's Judgement 2024 show. From there they cover recent shows from NOAH and All Japan, and finish off the show by looking at the Champion Carnival lineups.

Emerald FlowShow #59: One Step Foward, Two Steps Back

Sat, 16 Mar 2024 03:53:07 +0000

Paul and Gerard discuss the tragic passing of Yutaka Yoshie. Paul reports back on his trip to wXw 16 Carat Gold weekend. Then it's over to NOAH to cover the Victory Challenge Tag League and an awful match. The show finishes up with a discussion of recent All Japan shows plus the Champion Carnival participants.

Emerald FlowShow #58: Will the Real ZERO1 Please Stand Up?

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 08:26:33 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about Kaisei Takechi's incredible debut in DDT, the weirdness going on in ZERO1, plus the latest shows from All Japan and NOAH featuring some great title matches and a very good start to the Victory Challenge tag league.

Emerald FlowShow #57: Requiem for the King of Fists

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 02:21:25 +0000

Paul and Gerard discuss the newly announced Bloodsport show at Sumo Hall, the big title change in NOAH, the Victory Challenge Tournament, NTV's 70th anniversary of wrestling on the network show, and review and preview upcoming All Japan shows.

Emerald FlowShow #56: Dr. Ikemenlove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Jacket

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 21:33:08 +0000

Paul and Gerard discuss the latest news including Kazuchika Okada's departure from New Japan, and more on the backstage drama in All Japan. Then they cover the big All Japan show featuring another great Nakajima Triple Crown match and talk about the latest NOAH shows where they declare that the company is really turning a corner and is building itself back up.

Emerald FlowShow #55: Are You The Mastermind?

Fri, 19 Jan 2024 15:42:30 +0000

Paul is back from his trip to Japan with lots to talk about. Gerard and Paul also cover all of the backstage drama from All Japan, the Masanobu Fuchi anniversary show, and have some good things to say about the recent NOAH shows and the direction of the company in general.

Emerald FlowShow #54: Nakajima Bom-Ba-Ye

Fri, 05 Jan 2024 17:49:38 +0000

Gerard is joined by Dylan Fox of the Eastern Lariat to discuss all of the big new year shows from All Japan and NOAH including the epic rematch between Katsuhiko Nakajima and Kento Miyahara. They discuss the matches and talk about all of the controversy surrounding All Japan's president and the main event of NOAH The New Year and try to find silver linings after a wild end to 2023 and an equally wild beginning of 2024 in Japanese wrestling.

Emerald FlowShow #53: AJPWWE

Thu, 28 Dec 2023 17:11:25 +0000

As Paul heads to Japan, Gerard flies solo previewing the big upcoming shows for AJPW & NOAH. Along the way he talks about the AJPW & WWE, digresses into AEW & NJPW, offers up a year in review, and an apology.

Emerald FlowShow #52: New Japan Is a HoT Promotio & All Japan Is a HOT Promotion

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 15:10:27 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back to cover the rest of the Real World Tag League and the Junior Battle of Glory and All Japan's continuing hot streak. They ruminate on whether Nakajima actually has a chance to beat Kento on New Years Eve. Also the miserable dealings of NOAH and the backlash they are receiving for booking Kota Ibushi.

Emerald FlowShow #51: The REAL World Tag League

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 15:54:56 +0000

Paul and Gerard are back to discuss the first five nights of All Japan's Real World Tag League and who the standouts are so far. They also cover NOAH's latest Monday Magic episode, the state of the promotion in general and Gerard shares his thoughts on DDT's Ultimate Party 2023.

Emerald FlowShow #50: Going on Tangents with the Shin Nihon Tribal Chief

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 15:11:13 +0000

With Gerard out, Paul is bringing on Voices of Wrestling's own Jeff Andrews aka the Shin Nihon Tribal Chief on a tagent-filled episode. It takes them an hour to go through NOAH's Fukuoka show, though a lot of that time is spent talking about New and All Japan, the similarities between Jake Lee and SANADA and Jake Morris' prospects. They also cover All Japan's Hokkaido tour, including an excellent Triple Crown match between Aoyagi & Nakajima, as well as a discussion of Ryuki Honda's age. Also somehow, they start discussing New Japan 2003 Tokyo Dome show.

Emerald FlowShow #49: Flowers From Katsuhiko

Tue, 24 Oct 2023 21:02:41 +0000

On a quick turnaround, Paul and Gerard are back to talk about All Japan's memorable Korakuen show with a Yuma Aoyagi vs. Kento Miyahara title match and the appearance of one Katsuhiko Nakajima. But first, they cover the recent happenings in NOAH, which funnily enough includes Nakajima's last Korakuen match with that promotion. They also cover the Real World Tag League field and All Japan's upcoming Hokkaido tour.

Emerald FlowShow #48: We Are Fighting Detectives Too

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 21:24:55 +0000

Paul and Gerard are reunited yet again. They start off covering the Astronauts produce show BOKURA WA KAKUTO TANTEIDAN with the excellent main event between Fuminori Abe and Takuya Nomura that has been gaining a lot of buzz. Then they talk about NOAH's surprisingly fun and refreshing Monday Magic show as well as the general state of NOAH. They close off the show talking about All Japan, the great number they drew in Kakuda for the Kento/Yuma vs the Saitos, and give their predictions for the big Yuma Aoyagi vs Kento Miyahara Tripe Crown match.

Emerald FlowShow #47: NOAH Departure 2023

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 21:03:07 +0000

Paul and Gerard are separated again. Due to scheduling issues, they couldn't come together simultaneously to record, so they thought of something new. Each of them recorded their thoughts on the happenings in NOAH and All Japan, including the recent departures from NOAH and Yuma Aoyagi's Triple Crown defense against Ryuki Honda.

Warning: Gerard's mic went a bit wonky at times. I've tried my best to fix it, but maybe don't turn the volume all the way up while listening to his part - Paul

Emerald FlowShow #46: Go can still Go

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard are finally reuinited. They talk about the finals of NOAH's N-1 tournament as well as All Japan's continuing hot streak including a great Kento Miyahara vs Yuma Anzai match.

Emerald FlowShow #45: Tournament Time + Funk Forever

Mon, 28 Aug 2023 15:35:00 +0000

This week with Paul away, Gerard welcomes Dylan Fox of the Eastern Lariat to chat about the legacy of Terry Funk and cover the Royal Road and N1 Tournaments. You do not want to miss this episode, there is a lot of topics covered!

Emerald FlowShow #44: The Geekification of Kaito Kiyomiya

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 13:18:14 +0000

Paul is joined by special guest Andrew Sinclair to rant about Kaito's treatment in the G1 and talk about his future going forward. They also cover the beginning of NOAH's N1 tournament. In another rant Paul talks about GLEAT Ver. Mega and the promotion's baffling booking. Then they pivot to something more positive by talking about All Japan's recent success including two Triple Crown title defenses and they close the show discussing the recently announced field for the Royal Road tournament.

Emerald FlowShow #43: Kento vs. Nakajima Nuff Said

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 02:47:46 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about what everyone else is talking about and that is the big Kento vs Nakajima match in Korakuen. They gush about the match and how much of a success the whole thing is for both promotions. Then they preview HAYATA vs Atsuki Aoyagi, talk about the announced N1 card and the build up of Hokuto Omori. They finish off the show with a discussion about GLEAT's disappointing Sumo Hall card

Emerald FlowShow #42: Puro Year Awards 2022/2023 w/ Kelly Harrass & Liam Jones

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 15:27:45 +0000

Paul and Gerard welcome two guests, Kelly Harrass of Jumping Bomb Audio and Liam Jones of You Got To Be Kidding Me, onto the show to hand out some awards.

In this case, they looked at the second half of 2022 and the first half of 2023 to determine the best and worst in pro wrestling across Japan.

Emerald FlowShow #41: Baby Kiss Me Like A Rockstar

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 21:48:57 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about All Japan doing the right thing and finally putting the Triple Crown on Yuma Aoyagi. They compare the state of the promotion compared to one year ago and what might be next for Kento Miyahara. In the NOAH section they cover the dissolution of Kongo, the big Kento vs Nakjima matching coming up, as well as Gerard giving his thoughts on the N1 participants. They close off the show covering GLEAT's big second anniversary show including the big Ibushi announcement and some headscratching booking.

Emerald FlowShow #40: Is Jake Lee Too Tall? & N1 Participants

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 20:00:00 +0000

On this supersized episode, Paul and Gerard first talk about NOAH's show in Nagaoya, including a terrible Jr title defense and another great Jake defense. They discuss whether or not Jake would be better if he was smaller. Then they pivot to All Japan to talk about All Japan's hot run and Yuma Anzai's historical title challenge against Yuji Nagata.

In the second half of the show Paul is joined by VOW's own Andrew Sinclair to talk about NOAH's Korakuen show main evented by an excellent Kenoh vs Go Shiozaki match and the N1 participants that were announced at the show.

Emerald FlowShow #39: Anzai Got News For You

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 21:01:57 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about the departure of Kinya Okada and Yasutaka Yano from NOAH and the mystery revolving around the whole situation, then they touch on Yuji Okabayashi's hiatus and some general news coming out of Japan. They give some brief thoughts on All Together and talk about NOAH's upcoming shows. In the second half they cover All Japan's recent Korakuen show including Suwama's face turn and Yuji Nagata's title defense against T-HAWK. They close out the show previewing All Japan's upcoming Ota Ward show where Yuman Anzai will challenge for the Triple Crown for the first time less than a year into his career.

Emerald FlowShow #38 Global Honored Clown

Thu, 25 May 2023 21:35:41 +0000

Paul and Gerard start off by talking about Shotaro Ashino's unfortunate injury. Then they talk about All Japan's recent shows including a great Aoyagi Brothers match. Afterwards they pivot to NOAH to cover their recent happenings including an All Japan Tag Team Title match and the debut of the Global Honored Clown Dave the Clown. They close off the show talking about the King of DDT finals and end up having a discussion on Yuji Hino's weird career path.

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Emerald FlowShow #37: The Master of Suplex Finally Does It + Big Japan

Mon, 08 May 2023 10:21:09 +0000

On this latest episode of the Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerand talk about the final show of the All Japan Champion Carnival and Shotaro Ashino's big and surprising win. They then review a Big Japan show for the first time ever on the pod and chat about all of the great (and not so great) matches from the company's show on May 4.

Emerald FlowShow #36: Wrestle-1ism Running Wild

Thu, 04 May 2023 23:35:14 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about NOAH's great Sumo Hall Show including Jake Lee defending the GHC Title against Naomichi Marufuji. Then they pivot to All Japan to give a run down of the results of the Champion Carnival and talk about Shotaro Ashino's and T-Hawk's surprising runs to the final.

Emerald FlowShow #35: NOAH in Sendai and Champion Carnival

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 09:31:39 +0000

Paul and Gerard kick off the show talking about the mysterious disappearance of Kinya Okada and Yasutaka Yano. They also cover NOAH's big show in Sendai as well as the beginning of All Japan's Champion Carnival.

Emerald FlowShow #34: Champion Carnival Preview

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 16:30:00 +0000

On this episode of the Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerard catch up with recent NOAH shows and preview their big upcoming show in Sendai. They then move on to All Japan and give a preview of the Champion Carnival including all of the possible scenarios on the last nights of block action and of course make some predictions that may or may not be wild.

Emerald FlowShow #33: The G in GHC Stands for Jake Lee

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 01:20:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about what else Jake Lee's big title win and the failure of Kaito Kiyomiya's push. They also cover All Japan's recent string of good shows, Naoya Nomura's injury and finish the show with a fun discussion on an alternate history scenario "What if Cyberfight had bought All Japan instead."

Emerald FlowShow #32: Thank You Young Master

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 00:30:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about the latest in NOAH and All Japan, including Daisuke Harada's unfortunate retirement, NOAH's Korakuen show, Yuma Anzai's Homecoming show, and the most recent developments in the All Japan vs NOAH feud.

Emerald FlowShow #31: The GOAT Does It Again

Sat, 25 Feb 2023 10:00:00 +0000

The Greatest Wrestler of All Timee delivers an all time great performance in Tokyo Dome yet again. Also Mutos retirement match. Paul and Gerard also talk about Kento Miyahara vs. Yuji Nagata and take a look at the Champion Carnival entrants.

Emerald FlowShow #30: El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. es Bien Bien Bien

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 01:10:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard start off by talking about All Japan's recent show including Kento Miyahara's excellent title defense. Then they give some thoughts on potential Campion Carnival participants. Afterwards they pivot to NOAH and heap some praise on El Hijo de Dr. Wagner Jr. To close the show they give their final thoughts on the build to the Muto retirement show with a focus on who should win the Kaito vs. Okada match.

Emerald FlowShow #29: Frankenstein's Episode

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 02:00:00 +0000

Lets play a fun game. The guys had some trouble recording this one, so much so that one of them had to rerecord parts of their audio. Figure out who and how much and lets us know. As far as the episode itself Paul and Gerard cover All Japan's Korakuen show, the New JapanXNOAH show and Great Muta's Final Bye Bye

Emerald FlowShow #28: Kenoh Jankenpon

Sun, 22 Jan 2023 02:58:09 +0000

Paul and Gerard start off the show talking about the Briscoes brief run in NOAH. Then they discuss the latest in All Japan and NOAH, including the endless VM break up angle, Jakes newest faction and the excellent LIJ - Kongo angle.

Emerald FlowShow #27: January 1st Warning Revealed!

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 01:15:39 +0000

JAAAAAAAAKE!!! Also, Paul and Gerard cover NOAH's big New Year's show in Budokan including a great GHC title match and the spectacle Main Event. They also cover All Japan's double shot in Korakuen to kick off the New Year. But also, there will be a lot of ranting about Jake Lee

Emerald FlowShow #26: It's Time to Lock It Up

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 16:56:46 +0000

Paul and Gerard come back with quick episode before the Holidays, to cover all the latest and upcoming shows in NOAH and All Japan. They also introduce the Lock Competition as a new feature of the show. Listen in to find out how well Paul's brain works at 6 AM. The answer is not great.

Emerald FlowShow #25: So Long Jake and Thanks for All the Fish

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 15:11:45 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about Jake Lee yet again but this time its about his departure from All Japan. They look back at his run as a whole and predict what the future might hold for him. The departures of Izanagi and Tajiri are covered as well as are the finals of the Real World Tag League.

Emerald FlowShow #24: Jake Ruins Everything

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 07:38:07 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about Jake Lee screwing up All Japan's booking. They give their thoughts on all of the matches from the ongoing RWTL and Junior Battle of Glory as well as their predictions for the final nights. In the first part of the show they talk about NOAH's suprisingly good NOAH The Best show, which overdelivered on what was a weak card on paper. They also preview NOAH's upcoming shows.

Emerald FlowShow #23: Bofa Deez Belts

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 22:26:15 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about the start of All Japan's Real World Tag League and the excellent atmosphere in Shin Kiba 1st RING. They also talk about NOAH's loaded Korakuen show and the disappointing number it drew as well as NOAH's "joint show" with Dragongate.

Emerald FlowShow #22: At Least Kaito Has Nice Gear Now

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 05:44:55 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about Kaito's new gear, Yuma Aoyagi's Triple Crown Prospects and Gerard's WON HOF ballot.

Emerald FlowShow #21: This has always been a GLEAT podcast

Wed, 19 Oct 2022 22:56:34 +0000

Paul and Gerard talk about GLEAT as they always do. They also give their thoughts on the late Antonio Inoki as well as the recent happenings in All Japan and NOAH.

Emerald FlowShow #20: Have You Heard of STATUS?

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 16:48:22 +0000

Paul and Gerard celebrate their 20th episode and cover a bevy of topics. They talk about All Japan's 50th anniversary show in Budokan and their show in Korakuen Hall next night. They also cover NOAH's Grand Ship in Nagoya show and talk about the current state of Kaito Kiyomiya. Then they finish off the show with some DDT talk covering the excellent Higuchi vs Takeshita title match and the blocks of the upcoming D-Ou Grand Prix 2022

Emerald FlowShow #19: Would Kazuyuki Fujita beat CM Punk?

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 22:30:00 +0000

Paul and Gerard lead off the show by discussing which members of the AEW roster Kazuyuki Fujita would beat in a fight. Then they talk about the great N1 Final and the last two block nights and preview NOAH's upcoming big show in Nagoya. They also extensively preview All Japan's upcoming 50th-anniversary show.

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Emerald FlowShow #18: Sublime Every Time

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 21:17:29 +0000

On this eighteenth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about attendance figures in Japan in 2022 compared to 2019 and why they are the way they are. They also cover the finals of All Japan's Royal Road tournament as well as some announcements for the 50th anniversary show in Budokan. Then they pivot to cover NOAH's continuing N1 tournament and discuss some of the standouts. They finish off the show talking about DDT's Peter Pan show.

Emerald FlowShow #17: Grow Up Fujita!

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:30:00 +0000

On this seventeenth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard come back quicker than usual due to the high volume of shows from both All Japan and NOAH. They also talk about Kazuyuki Fujita's insecurity, All Japan's booking plans for Budokan and give a brief preview of DDT's upcoming Peter Pan show.

Emerald FlowShow #16: The Real Forbidden Door Opens

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 21:28:34 +0000

On this sixteenth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about All Japan's surprisingly great first night of the Royal Road Tournament, NOAH's recent shows in Korakuen Hall as well as give some predictions for the N1 and take some questions from their loyal listeners.

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Emerald FlowShow #15: KENOOOOH!! & the Geekification of Jake Lee

Tue, 19 Jul 2022 20:34:53 +0000

On this fifteenth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about All Japan's baffling booking of the Triple Crown the full geekification of Jake Lee. They also talk about the implications of this decision for the 50th Anniversary show, as well as the recent All Japan tag title defense and the upcoming Oudou tournament.

In the second half they pivot to NOAH and talk about the excellent Budokan show including their exhaustive and final thoughts on the Kaito Kiyomia and Keiji Muto feud. Then they cover the whole Elgin debacle, gush over the tag title match, as well as Kenoh's great title win over Satoshi Kojima.

To close out the show they cover the announced N-1 blocks.

Emerald FlowShow #14: King of DDT, AJPW & NOAH Previews

Sat, 09 Jul 2022 01:00:00 +0000

With Paul away, Gerard welcomes Dylan Fox (@VivaZero) of the Eastern Lariat (@EasternLariat) podcast to discuss the finals of the King of DDT tournament as well as previewing some upcoming big shows from All Japan & NOAH

Emerald FlowShow #13: Half Year Puro Awards

Sun, 03 Jul 2022 09:39:08 +0000

On this thirteenth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard welcome an elite panel of guests (Taylor, Suit, Liam and Chris) to hand out awards for the very best and worst in Japanese wrestling in the first half of 2022

Emerald FlowShow #12: All Japan in Ota Ward and King of DDT 2022

Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:46:40 +0000

On this twelfth episode of The Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerard just couldn't wait to talk about All Japan's recent Ota Ward show. They talk about the booking on the show both good and bad and what they mean for the promotion's future. They also cover DDT's King of DDT tournament as well as NOAH's and All Japan's future shows

Emerald FlowShow #11: Mama Hokuto Said Knock You Out

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 21:27:32 +0000

On this eleventh episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about the big Cyber Fight Festival 2022 show including The Slap and what it means. They also talk about the presentation of the show and their thoughts on the show overall. Then they talk about All Japan's recent shows including the return of the promotions lost golden boy Naoya Nomura.

Emerald FlowShow #10: Guess who's back, back again

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 19:34:44 +0000

On this tenth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about All Japan's tumultous two weeks with loads of angles and a great Triple Crown defence. They also cover NOAH's Dream On show in Ota City including the return of Keiji Muto and some other people as well. Then they preview the upcoming CyberFight Festival and talk about their expectations of the show. Note: This episode was recorded after NOSAWA returned to NOAH

Emerald FlowShow #9: All Japan on the rise and NOAH in transition

Wed, 18 May 2022 19:11:49 +0000

On this ninth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about All Japan's great double shot in Hokkaido and discuss some of the booking decisions. They also cover NOAH's recent N-INNOVATION show as well as some the recent happenings in the promotion. Note: This episode was recorded after the news of NOSAWA leaving the Company broke

Emerald FlowShow #8: NOSAWA was still the booker when we recorded this

Thu, 05 May 2022 20:55:00 +0000

On this eight episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about the second half of the Championship Carnival as well as the excellent final match. They also cover NOAH's two Majestic shows in Sumo Hall as well as some of more controversial events at the show.

Note: This episode was recorded before the news of NOSAWA leaving the Company broke

Emerald FlowShow #7: Champion Carnival Review & NOAH Majestic Preview!

Fri, 22 Apr 2022 10:32:12 +0000

On this seventh episode of the Emerald FlowShow, Paul & Gerard review the first half of the Champion Carnival and discuss what the best matches of the tournament have been so far and who is the MVP. Then they turn their attention to NOAH, looking at some recent big matches, then review the upcoming Majestic double header at Sumo Hall at the end of April.

Emerald FlowShow #6: Crown Royal & Coke

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 21:55:05 +0000

On the sixth episode of the Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerard catch up with with some recent news and shows from AJPW and NOAH, as well as preview upcoming shows including the opening night of the Champion Carnival. They then answer your questions and even talk about what they watched this past Wrestlemania weekend.

Emerald FlowShow #5: New K-OD Openweight Champion

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 20:00:00 +0000

On this fifth episode of the Emerald FlowShow Paul and Gerard talk about a total of four shows. They talk about NOAH's recent shows in Fukuoka and Korakuen, as well as All Japan's big show in Ota Ward. They also dip their toes into DDT for the first time with Judgement 2022 and break down the Champion Carnival to finish the show

Emerald FlowShow #4: This is a Zero1 Podcast now

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 01:00:00 +0000

On this fourth episode of The Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerard discuss Zero1's Korakuen Hall show on March 6th including Takashi Sugiuras Zero1 title defense against Takuza Sugawara and NOAH's N Innovation show on March 5th. They also discuss Pauls's trip to 16Carat including Paul ranting on the different German trains, Dan Tamura getting excommunicated from Evolution, preview upcoming shows and answer your questions.

Emerald FlowShow #3: New GHC Champ!

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 18:09:15 +0000

On this third episode of The Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerard discuss All Japan's Korakuen Hall show on February 23rd including Kento Miyahara's Tripe Crown defense against Abdullah Kobayashi and NOAH's Gain Control show including Kazuyuki Fujita's controversial title win.

They discuss the match itself as well as what it means NOAH going forward.

They also cover recent happenings in NOAH such as the Go Shiozaki challenge series and a number of turns in the junior division.

The Emerald FlowShow #2: Updates, Your Questions & BREAKING NEWS!

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 00:18:26 +0000

On this second episode of The Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerard discuss the latest developments in AJPW and NOAH, reflect on 20 years since Keiji Muto jumped to AJPW, answer listener questions and in a special emergency addendum recorded later, they discuss Keiji Muto's injury.

Emerald FlowShow #1: New Triple Crown Champ!

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 17:00:00 +0000

On this inaugural episode of the Emerald FlowShow, Paul and Gerard discuss All Japan's January 23 Korakuen Hall show where a new Triple Crown champion was crowned and Pro Wrestling NOAH's January 22 show in Osaka that also saw some new champions. Note: This show was recorded on January 24.