10 Wrestling Podcasts Every WWE Fan Should Listen To

4. The Ross Report

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For many fans of professional wrestling, there's no better commentator in the history of the business than Jim Ross. As a result of his time behind the announce desk, 'Good Ol' JR' is a natural behind the microphone as a podcaster, making his weekly show on PodcastOne appointment listening.

The formula for Ross' show is similar to many of his peers, opening with his thoughts on the week's news before delving into the meat of an interview segment. However, the varied roles held by Ross over the years make his thoughts on the current product and breaking stories of today extremely interesting, whether he's critiquing a wrestler's performance, the presentation of a new character or simply giving his two cents about a recent WWE directive. His insider knowledge gives credence to his comments, and the intricate details he throws in at times are invaluable lessons to would-be wrestlers tuning in.

Similarly, Ross' long-standing career has also clearly awarded him a bulky Rolodex of industry contacts. As a result, his weekly guests range from noteworthy personalities of today, to forgotten stars of yesterday, all the way up to the legends of the sport. What's more, Ross is usually well-acquainted with each one, leading his guests to open up during their conversations, making for continuously great interviews.

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