Podcast

Gimmick Infringement

Society & Culture, Sports, Wrestling

Brad and Tyler, two friends and lifelong professional wrestling fans, mark out over the latest in pro wrestling, laugh about family, and talk about the latest in pop culture. Each week, they show their unique perspectives and personalities through entertaining segments, banter, and guests in sports and entertainment. Gimmick Infringement is a 2024 Sports Podcast Awards shortlist finalist in the Wrestling category and is a part of the 19 Media Group family.

Episodes
343
Releases
Weekly
Typical length
1 hr 29 min
On air since
2021
Latest episode
1 day ago

Episodes

343 episodes, newest first

  1. Queen Aminata, Demon Finn Balor, Inde, Derry, and Valkyries — WWE and AEW October 26 - November 1

    Show notes

    Brad and Tyler react to Stephanie Vaquer’s indefinite absence from television and Halloween in WWE, including Danhausen's return to television and the rebirth of "The Demon" Finn Balor. The guys also preview WWE Crown Jewel amid safety concerns in Saudi Arabia. Later, they react to Queen Aminata's title win and workshop what's next for The Hurt Syndicate in AEW.

    Other topics include:

    • Inde Navarrette hosts SNL
    • “Welcome to Derry”
    • WNBA Finals

    0:00 Intro
    8:23 Hot Take Ty — WNBA Finals
    18:46 Steph Watch — Indefinite
    22:45 WWE — Crown Jewel and Halloween Demonhausen
    42:50 The B-Show — Surprise “Welcome to Derry”
    52:16 AEW — Queen Aminata and the Hurt Syndicate
    1:22:00 WDWM — Election Day, Inde, AZ Deluge, and Ciampa Out of Nowhere
    1:33:29 Closing

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    1 hr 35 min
  2. Roman’s Bloodline, Switchblades, Trunk or Treat, and Scary Villains— WWE and AEW October 19-25

    Show notes

    Brad and Tyler share their reactions to Roman Reigns confronting 946 and which WWE rivalry they’re most invested in. Later, they discuss Jay White’s heel turn, Samantha Johnson-Mann’s potential signing, and AEW's men’s tag team landscape.

    Other topics include:

    • Someday: Trunk or Treat
    • “The Invite” Review
    • Top 5 Horror Villains

    0:00 Intro
    7:28 Hot Take Ty — Top 5 Villains
    14:40 Steph Watch — Squabble Up
    17:10 WWE — Roman Pop, Rivalries
    37:34 Someday: Trunk or Treat
    44:17 AEW — Switchblade and Samantha, Tag Teams Galore
    1:01:28 At the Movies — “The Invite”
    1:05:57 WDWM — Blake’s Show, Vivek’s Ad, Clayface
    1:11:44 Closing

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    1 hr 13 min
  3. Melo Joins 946, Ilja Dragunov and WrestleDream, and A Different World — WWE and AEW, October 12-18

    Show notes

    Tyler welcomes back Mike Steph (@mike__steph) to discuss the latest from the world of professional wrestling, including Carmelo Hayes joining 946 on WWE Raw and Ilja Dragunov’s debut at AEW WrestleDream. Later, they trade thoughts on Netflix’s “A Different World” reboot and react to the Cornell University investigation.

    Other topics include:

    • James Talarico’s Senate Bid
    • Leon Slater’s TNA Record
    • Steph Curry’s New Doc

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    0:00 Intro
    6:06 Hot Take Ty — “A Different World”
    16:00 Steph Watch — Monday in LA
    17:12 WWE — Melo’s 946, Roman’s Orbit
    49:32 Promo — Cornell, Greek Life
    1:01:52 AEW — WrestleDream Takeaways
    1:29:19 At the Movies — Steph Curry
    1:40:12 WDWM — Talarico, TNA, Arizona Shade
    1:44:42 Closing

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    1 hr 46 min
  4. 2026 WNBA Finals Preview - GI With Erika Day

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    Tyler welcomes back Erika Day (@erikaleaday) to preview the 2026 WNBA Finals. The duo discusses Angel Reese’s rise in Atlanta, how Ballhalla unlocked Gabby Williams's superpowers, and the matchup's most intriguing storylines. Later, they make series predictions and MVP picks.

    Other topics include:

    • WNBA Free Agency
    • Unrivaled’s Season 3
    • “Dancing with the Stars”

    0:00 Introduction
    3:35 Atlanta’s Path
    13:30 Golden State’s Path
    28:00 X-Factors
    39:00 Storylines
    1:01:30 Predictions
    1:06:10 Free Agency and Unrivaled
    1:27:30 “Dancing with the Stars”
    1:37:46 Closing

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    1 hr 39 min
  5. Money in the Bank Fallout, WrestleDream Preview, and Tebow’s Life Surge — WWE and AEW October 5-11

    Show notes

    Brad and Tyler trade their takeaways from WWE Money in the Bank, including reactions to both ladder matches, whether LA Knight should’ve won, and what’s next for Stephanie Vaquer post-title loss. Later, they preview AEW WrestleDream and discuss Order 4’s year in TNA.

    Other topics include:

    • “Animals” Review
    • “Lanterns” Finale
    • Life Surge and Tim Tebow

    0:00 Intro
    9:21 What Happened Here — Tim Tebow and Life Surge
    21:20 Steph Watch — Oblivion
    26:46 MITB Fallout
    54:57 The B-Show — “Lanterns” Season One Finale
    1:05:24 WrestleDream Predictions
    1:15:36 At the Movies — “Animals”
    1:21:10 WDWM — Nolan Wells, TNA BFG, Skydance, Nobel Meltdown
    1:27:44 Closing

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    1 hr 29 min
  6. Gimmick Infringement Turns Five!

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    Brad and Tyler celebrate 5 years of Gimmick Infringement, reliving their favorite conversations and moments since starting the podcast in October 2021. There’s a lot to be grateful for.

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    41 min
  7. Raw in Mexico, All Out Preview, and PCW’s Anniversary VIII — WWE and AEW September 14-20

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    Brad and Tyler are back after catching Phoenix Championship Wrestling's Anniversary VIII over the weekend. They discuss the live event experience and react to WWE Raw's recent stop in Mexico, including Kelani Jordan's main roster debut and Roman Reigns versus Penta. Later, the guys make AEW All Out predictions and trade possible Ilja debut scenarios.

    Other topics include:

    • "Lanterns" Episode Five
    • The Year of Pablo Torre
    • Dee’s Path, Kaep’s Book, and “Reacher”

    0:00 Intro
    9:19 Live Event Jones — PCW’s Anniversary VIII
    23:24 Steph Watch
    26:52 Raw in Mexico, 5 Star Matches, and Hot Dog Water
    48:42 B-Show — Lanterns Episode 5
    57:01 All Out Predictions
    1:19:05 Pablo Torre Finds Out
    1:39:18 — Dee, Kaep, Steveson, Le Batard, Neagley, and Reacher
    1:45:27 Closing

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    1 hr 47 min
  8. Rebel Heart, WWE Title Changes, Vince Young, and Gratitude — WWE and AEW September 7-13

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    Brad and Tyler celebrate Stephanie Vaquer's surprise title win, react to Bayley's return, and debate other WWE headlines from the week. They also discuss AEW Rebel Heart Dynamite, including the on-screen reunion of Dr. Britt Baker and Rebel. Also, Keith Lee may have joined a cult. The guys talk about it all.

    Other topics include:

    • Jhené Aiko Album Review
    • "Lanterns" Episode Four
    • Netflix's Vince Young Doc

    0:00 Intro
    7:24 Gratitude
    19:23 Steph Watch
    25:42 Bayley and Sami, and Innovation
    44:32 The B-Show: Lanterns Episode 4 has a Weenie
    52:41 Rebel Heart and AEW Honoring Folks
    1:18:28 Don’t Get Old, Keith Lee, Jhené, and What We Missed
    1:31:12 Closing

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    1 hr 32 min
  9. Phoenix Championship Wrestling, Community, and Fatherhood - GI With Dom Vitalli

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    Brad and Tyler welcome Dom Vitalli (@domvitalli), owner and coach of Phoenix Championship Wrestling, to preview the promotion's upcoming Anniversary VIII show. Dom also discusses advice for someone considering a future in wrestling, fatherhood, and his goals for the company's future.

    Other topics include:

    • Becoming an Arizonan
    • Developing a brand identity
    • New York Mount Rushmore

    0:00 Introduction
    1:18 Anniversary VIII
    4:08 Philosophy of Growth
    9:32 Tag Team Wrestling and Rules
    20:45 Cagematch Accuracy and Training for the Business
    29:47 New Yorker to Arizonan and Fatherhood
    39:33 PCW’s Future Goals
    46:38 Closing

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    48 min
  10. Royce Keys’ 946, Penta and Fenix, Thekla, and United Empire — WWE and AEW August 31 - September 6

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    Brad and Tyler discuss the new direction for Royce Keys as a stable leader, Penta challenging Roman Reigns, and other WWE news. Later, they react to Thekla crashing Mercedes Moné's celebration, a possible United Empire reunion from Will Ospreay, and the build to AEW All Out.

    Other topics include:

    • "Big Brother" and "A Date with Dee"
    • "Lanterns" Episode Three
    • The 49ers Wide Deceiver

    0:00 Intro
    7:04 WHH — 49ers Wide Deceiver
    18:46 Steph Watch — Path to October
    20:45 WWE — Keys and OTM, Penta Style
    39:38 The B-Show — “Lanterns” Ep. 3
    48:47 AEW — Thekla’s Stick, UE Reunion
    1:07:35 A Rose — Google Form
    1:14:32 WDWM — Engelbert, Butcher, Spider-Noir, Streaming, and Clay Matthews
    1:20:20 Closing

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    1 hr 22 min
  11. All In Wembley, Mercedes, Will, Solo, and Steph Watch Enterprises, LLC — WWE and AEW August 24-30

    Show notes

    Brad and Tyler welcome back George Romero (@ninerz94) to discuss AEW All In: London, including The New Level’s debut and championship wins for Mercedes Moné and Will Ospreay. Later, they debate Solo Sikoa's ceiling in WWE and react to another Sami Zayn crash-out.

    Other topics include:

    • "Is God Is" Review
    • "Lanterns" Episode Two
    • Meta's Legal Settlement

    0:00 Intro
    4:17 Hot Take Ty — Meta Settlement
    14:30 AEW — All In: London Reaction
    58:20 The B-Show — Lanterns: Trust Fall
    1:04:48 Steph Watch — No Judgment
    1:06:50 WWE — Solo, Sami’s Interference
    1:19:03 At the Movies — “Is God Is”
    1:27:00 WDWM — ASÉ, CFB, Dolly and Tim, Johnny Gargano
    1:35:40 Closing

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    1 hr 35 min
  12. Roxanne Perez and Bron Breakker, and All IN 2026 Preview — WWE and AEW, August 17-23

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    Brad and Tyler welcome back Mike Steph (@mike__steph) to discuss the week’s biggest WWE headlines, including CM Punk’s win over Kevin Owens and Ilja Dragunov’s exit from the company. They also debate whether Bron Breakker or Roxanne Perez will become a singles champion first. Later, they preview AEW All In: London.

    Other topics include:

    • College Move-In
    • “Lanterns” Review
    • Usher and Clonegate

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    0:00 Intro
    6:39 Someday — College Move-In
    18:00 Steph Watch — Bad Mama Jama
    24:20 WWE — Roxanne and Bron
    42:26 The B-Show — “Lanterns”
    50:39 AEW — All In: London Preview
    1:12:43 What Happened Here — Usher’s Clone
    1:21:43 WDWM — Statham, GTA Piracy, Johnny Wrestling
    1:30:27 Closing

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    1 hr 31 min
  13. 30 Days for Chelsea Green, and 20 Years for CM Punk and Kevin Owens — WWE and AEW August 10-16

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    Brad and Tyler react to Stephanie Vaquer's return to WWE Raw, Chelsea Green's SmackDown segment, and the build to CM Punk versus Kevin Owens. Later, they discuss the possibility of New Day joining forces with Swerve Strickland for AEW: All In London and the likelihood of Nigel McGuinnesses advancing to the finals of the Continental Challenge Cup.

    Other topics include:

    • AOC's Suitors
    • AI Use and Tyga as $TARFACE
    • Live Event Jones: Maryvale Quince

    0:00 Introduction
    13:47 Live Event Jones — Maryvale Quince
    20:23 Steph Watch — Becky Problems
    23:45 WWE — Chelsea’s Declaration, Punk and KO and T-Shirts
    46:15 Promo of the Week — Last Second AI
    50:13 The Tyga/Zion WIlliamson Connection
    56:17 AEW — Swerve’s Return, Nigel’s Tournament
    1:10:07 Hot Take Ty — AOC Suitors
    1:20:16 WDWM — Basketball HOF, TNA Lockdown, Solo Sikoa, and PCW
    1:24:58 Closing

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    1 hr 26 min
  14. Munch’s Dad Talks Wrestling, Photography, and Comic Book Love - GI With Greg Rothstein

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    Brad and Tyler welcome photographer Greg Rothstein (@gregrothstein) to discuss “No Other Place,” his latest project documenting a year of independent professional wrestling in Arizona. Greg shares how he partnered with Phoenix Championship Wrestling, what surprised him most during the process, and exclusive details about how his vision came together.

    Other topics include:

    • Cameras, Colors, and Tips
    • Jeff Hardy Lore
    • Steph Watch: Greg Edition

    0:00 Introduction
    1:08 Art as a Career
    6:32 Prepping for Wrestling Spectacle
    10:50 No Other Place
    24:01 Steph Watch — Greg Edition
    30:57 Surprises and Go to Setup
    41:52 “I’m a Business Man”
    46:35 LEGO, the Midwest, and Absolute Batman
    55:07 What’s Next for Greg, and Anniversary 8
    57:20 Closing

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    58 min
  15. Kevin Owens and CM Punk on SmackDown, and AEW Grand Slam from Arena Mexico - WWE and AEW August 3–9

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    Brad and Tyler react to the opening stages of CM Punk versus Kevin Owens, Stephanie Vaquer's return, and other WWE storylines. Later, they discuss Persephone's ceiling and what's next for The Demand following their title loss on AEW Grand Slam.

    Other topics include:

    • Kamala Harris's Second Act
    • "One Night Only" Review
    • The First Week of School

    0:00 Introduction
    11:43 At the Movies — One Night Only
    25:51 WWE — Owens V Punk, and SmackDown Stories
    47:41 What Happened Here: Power Outage
    55:30 AEW — Persephone’s Place, and Tyler Mourns The Demand
    1:11:28 WDWM — Kamala Harris, Website Articles, Rush, and Aaron Pierre
    1:15:16 Closing

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    1 hr 16 min
  16. SummerSlam Weekend and Grand Slam Preview - WWE and AEW July 27 – August 2

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    Brad and Tyler trade WWE SummerSlam takeaways, including thoughts on Roman Reigns versus Seth Rollins and Chelsea Green's upset victory. Later, they preview AEW Grand Slam and discuss the build to Kenny Omega versus Will Ospreay.

    Other topics include:

    • Kelsey Plum to the Mercury
    • Someday, When You Have Kids
    • "Spider-Man: Brand New Day"

    0:00 Introduction
    5:43 At the Movies — Spider-Man: Brand New Day
    14:26 WWE — SummerSlam Takeaways
    43:02 Live Event Jones — Liberty V Mercury and Kelsey Plum
    51:44 AEW — Grand Slam Mexico Preview
    1:04:36 Someday When You Have Kids — Back to School
    1:09:30 WDWM — MBJ and Zendaya
    1:15:50 Closing

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    1 hr 17 min
  17. AEW Redemption, Willow and Maya Have Gold, and SummerSlam Predictions - WWE and AEW July 20-26

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    Brad and Tyler trade their takeaways after watching AEW Redemption, including Willow Nightingale's historic night and Will Ospreay's latest character shift. Later, they make their WWE SummerSlam predictions and recap their live experience at AWF Summer Explosion.

    Other topics include:

    • ASU's New Major
    • "Obsession" Review
    • LeBron's Last Decision

    0:00 Introduction
    4:08 Live Event Jones — AWF Summer Explosion
    17:42 AEW — Redemption Takeaways
    53:31 At the Movies — Obsession
    1:03:53 Hot Take Ty — ASU’s New Major
    1:13:06 WWE — Busted Open and SummerSlam
    1:44:12 What We Missed — ASÉ, LeBron, Hall H, Odyssey, and the Celtics
    1:50:00 Closing

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    1 hr 51 min
  18. The 2026 WNBA Season at the All-Star Break - GI With Erika Day Bonus

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    Brad and Tyler welcome back Erika Day (@erikaleaday) to discuss the biggest storylines of the WNBA season. The trio talks about the Mercury's inconsistent first half, Paige Bueckers' ascension, and the Valkyries' $1B evaluation. Erika also shares her WNBA Finals prediction and reacts to Olivia Miles' early success.

    Other topics include:

    Angel, Sandy, and Gila Monsters
    Caitlin Clark's Resurgence
    Cathy Engelbert's Future

    0:00 Introduction
    2:14 The Mercury’s
    8:41 Caitlyn Clark Fever
    23:20 The Ascension of Paige Bueckers
    33:19 Cathy Englebert
    41:33 A Tale of Two Cities: Golden State and LA
    50:34 Arizona Protected Species
    52:40 Mom or Dad, and WNBA x WWE, and What We Missed
    1:09:12 Closing

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    1 hr 10 min
  19. Saturday Night’s Main Event, AEW Redemption, The Odyssey, and Jay-Z — WWE and AEW, July 13-19

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    Brad and Tyler welcome back Mike Steph (@mike__steph) to discuss the fallout from WWE Saturday Night's Main Event, including what's next for Bayley following her loss to Lyra Valkyria and amidst contract rumors. Later, the trio preview AEW Redemption and talk about Thekla's rise within the company.

    Other topics include:

    • At the Movies: "The Odyssey"
    • Back in the Day: Jay-Z's 30th Anniversary
    • Someday: Fear, Frogs, and Fun

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    0:00 Intro
    3:38 Trap Tales — The Stink Dude at the Gym
    11:38 WWE — Bayley’s Future, Guest Stars
    46:35 Someday — Fear, Frogs, and Fun
    1:00:15 Back in the Day — Jay-Z’s 30th Anniversary
    1:15:29 AEW — Redemption Preview
    1:37:36 At the Movies — “The Odyssey”
    1:46:42 WDWM — ESPYs, Tates Arrested
    1:54:26 Closing

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    1 hr 55 min
  20. “I Love You, Dolly Parton,” CM Punk V Cody Rhodes, and AEW Beach Break — WWE and AEW, July 6-12

    Show notes

    Brad and Tyler discuss the build to CM Punk versus Cody Rhodes at WWE Summerslam and what's ahead for Baron Corbin following his return on SmackDown. Later, they recap AEW Dynamite: Beach Break before workshopping ideas for Hangman Page's character following his promo on Collision.
    Other topics include:

    • Hot Take Ty: White Lady HOF
    • Promo of the Week: Power Companies
    • What Happened Here: Caitlin Clark and Congress

    0:00 Intro
    5:57 WWE — Cody v Punk, Baron Corbin Returns
    24:26 Hot Take Ty — White Lady HOF
    40:58 Promo of the Week — Power Companies45:37 Beach Break Takeaways
    50:18 Hangman Adam Page’s Future
    1:02:46 What Happened Here — 1
    :14:51 What We Missed — Graham Platner; Wai Ching Ho
    1:21:34 Closing

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