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The Phenomenally Retro Podcast

The Phenomenally Retro Podcast

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A podcast dedicated to professional wrestling, retro video games, professional wrestling, and much more. Hosted by Tony Giles with WWE Hall Of Fame Inductee AJ Styles.2026 Combat Sports & Self-Defense Wrestling
Episodes
  • AJ Styles on Chad Gable’s WWE Rise, Vince McMahon, King & Queen of the Ring & Gaming Nostalgia

    AJ Styles on Chad Gable’s WWE Rise, Vince McMahon, King & Queen of the Ring & Gaming Nostalgia
    Jun 14 2026
    AJ Styles is back for another episode of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast and this week the WWE Hall of Famer joins Tony Giles from family vacation to talk wrestling, gaming, and everything in between. AJ shares his thoughts on Chad Gable’s recent WWE rise, Dirty Dom Mysterio becoming one of wrestling’s biggest stars, and what makes El Grande Americano work so well. Plus, AJ opens up about working under Vince McMahon, producing matches at WWE’s Performance Center, and how wrestling backstage has changed over the years. He also gives his King & Queen of the Ring predictions. On the gaming side, AJ and Tony break down the latest Xbox and Nintendo announcements, retro games making a comeback, GTA 6, Halo, Crazy Taxi, Zelda, and AJ’s frustration with Xbox Game Pass. It’s WWE insight, retro gaming nostalgia, and plenty of phenomenal stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Subscribe now and don’t miss new episodes of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast with AJ Styles & Tony Giles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • AJ Styles Talks Chad Gable, WWE vs AAA, Clash in Italy & Wrestling’s Future

    AJ Styles Talks Chad Gable, WWE vs AAA, Clash in Italy & Wrestling’s Future
    Jun 7 2026
    AJ Styles and Tony Giles break down one of the wildest weeks in wrestling, from Chad Gable and El Grande Americano stealing the spotlight in AAA to AJ’s honest thoughts on WWE’s Clash in Italy event. AJ explains why Chad Gable deserves a bigger spotlight, what made the AAA storytelling work so well, and where WWE goes from here. Plus, AJ shares behind-the-scenes insight into his growing role with WWE Evolve and helping train the next generation of talent, including plans for a future wrestling school of his own. The guys also dive into AJ’s love of retro gaming, PlayStation vs Xbox, Uncharted, GameCube memories, and the newest video game announcements. Topics include: • Chad Gable’s future in WWE • El Grande Americano and AAA storytelling • AJ’s reaction to Clash in Italy • WWE’s evolving landscape under TKO • Behind the scenes at WWE Evolve • AJ’s future wrestling school plans • Retro gaming, Uncharted & PlayStation talk New episodes of The Phenomenally Retro Podcast drop weekly. Be sure to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts so you never miss AJ Styles and Tony Giles talking wrestling, retro gaming, and everything in between. Find the show on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@ThePhenomenallyRetroPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • AJ Styles on Life After WWE, Training Future Stars & Clash in Italy Predictions

    AJ Styles on Life After WWE, Training Future Stars & Clash in Italy Predictions
    May 31 2026
    WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles is back on The Phenomenally Retro Podcast with Tony Giles for a wide-ranging conversation on life after WWE, helping train the next generation of talent, and breaking down this weekend’s Clash in Italy PLE. AJ shares what it’s been like working with rising stars at WWE developmental, why mentoring talent scratches the wrestling itch, and how passing along knowledge has become one of his biggest passions. He also reflects on memorable matches with legends like John Cena, Samoa Joe, Chris Jericho and more, while opening up about his approach to helping younger wrestlers find what works for them in the ring. Plus, AJ and Tony preview Clash in Italy, discuss Cody Rhodes vs. Gunther, Roman Reigns vs. Jacob Fatu, Rhea Ripley, Jade Cargill, Soul Ruka and the latest stories shaping the wrestling world. They also dive into retro gaming, unreleased wrestling video games, fan questions and plenty of classic AJ stories along the way. Subscribe now and join WWE Hall of Famer AJ Styles every week on The Phenomenally Retro Podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins
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