In this episode of StS, hosts Alexander the Great and Aiden Haystack discuss the recent shocking releases in WWE and the implications for the wrestling industry..

The conversation shifts to Will Ospreay's perspective on the rivalry between WWE and AEW, and the importance of finding a balance of both in-ring skills and storytelling in wrestling versus only choosing to do one or the other,

The episode shifts to it's Backlash theme - with a discussion on the host's Mount Rushmore of Backlash pay-per-views and matches, highlighting the best moments in both Backlash and wrestling history.

They reflect on the significance of certain matches, the impact of crowds, and the nostalgia associated with past events.

The discussion wraps up when the hosts give their in depth predictions for Backlash 2025 -

Gunther and Pat McAfee, and the potential implications of their match on future storylines.

They discuss the dynamics of the Women's Intercontinental Championship, focusing on Becky Lynch's role in elevating Lyra Valkyria's character and the women's Intercontinental Championship.

The conversation turns to Dominik Mysterio's match against Penta, the Fatal Four-Way for the United States Championship, and the main event featuring John Cena and Randy Orton with discussions on Cena's character evolution and the implications of his potential retirement with the title - and going over the actual lineage of the WWE Championship.

Final Predictions and bets are made, and the hosts express their hopes for exciting matches while acknowledging the complexities of wrestling storylines.

00:00Wrestling World Updates and Shocking Releases

22:26Will Ospreay's Perspective on WWE vs AEW

36:41Comparing In-Ring Skills: Ospreay, Rollins, and Gunther

43:19Wrestling Roster Dynamics

49:10Wrestling Loyalty and Career Decisions

55:01Comparing Wrestling Greats

01:12:41Exploring Backlash 2016 Matches

01:18:51Backlash 2023 Highlights

01:24:38Backlash 2002: A Nostalgic Card

01:32:59Mount Rushmore of Backlash Matches

01:44:39Cody Rhodes vs AJ Styles: A Clash of Titans

01:52:58The Evolution of Women's Wrestling

01:58:52Nostalgia and the Attitude Era

02:13:57Commentary and Personalities in Wrestling

02:20:17Women's Intercontinental Championship Dynamics

02:26:23Lyra Valkyria's Rise and Character Development

02:31:53Becky Lynch's Gimmick and Future Directions

02:44:29The Fatal Four Way for the US Championship

02:53:34Expectations vs. Reality in Wrestling

03:00:52The Legacy of Championship Titles

03:10:51Final Predictions and Wrap-Up