In recognition of Juneteenth, Blade Daily, Antione Raphael, and Shane Graham reflect on the Black wrestlers who made the greatest impact on their lives as fans and on the professional wrestling industry as a whole. From groundbreaking pioneers to modern-day stars, the trio discusses the performers whose influence helped shape wrestling's past, present, and future.

The conversation then turns to one of the most talked-about matches of the week as Mercedes Moné and Hazuki delivered an instant classic on AEW Dynamite. The crew examines what made the match so special, whether AEW's Women's Division is gaining momentum, and what challenges still remain. They also tackle the growing concern surrounding Forbidden Door, asking why the annual event so often arrives with fewer cross-promotional dream matches than fans expect. Are more announcements coming? Is the criticism fair? And who bears responsibility when expectations and reality collide?

Join Blade, Antione, and Shane for another passionate, thoughtful, and occasionally chaotic discussion covering AEW, NJPW, STARDOM, women's wrestling, Forbidden Door, and the performers who continue to leave their mark on the wrestling industry.

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