Finlay vs. Evil Analysis & AEW's Overexposure of NJPW Talent | New Japan Cup 3.11.25 review
Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast! I am your host Marie Shadows!
In this episode, I break down the ongoing narrative around Bullet Club and the struggles New Japan is facing due to its partnership with AEW. I discuss how AEW's influence, combined with a lack of proper storytelling, is hurting New Japan's brand. We explore the misplacement of blame on Bullet Club, the overexposure of New Japan talent in AEW, and how New Japan needs to return to its roots to regain its identity.
Time Stamps
00:00 - 04:00: Introduction and updates on the podcast
04:00 - 07:00: The rise of Bullet Club and their importance to NJPW
07:00 - 11:30: AEW’s overexposure of New Japan talent and its consequences
11:30 - 15:00: The flaws in AEW’s storytelling and its impact on NJPW’s talent
15:00 - 18:00: Why Bullet Club is not to blame for NJPW’s struggles
18:00 - 22:00: The need for New Japan to focus on quality storytelling
22:00 - 23:00: Closing thoughts and listener engagement reminders
Bullet Points
Bullet Club’s role in NJPW’s popularity and the support they still have from fans
How AEW’s mishandling of New Japan talent is hurting their credibility
Why the AEW partnership has failed to live up to its potential for New Japan
The critical need for New Japan to return to its roots and focus on long-term storytelling
The misplacement of blame on Bullet Club when the problem lies elsewhere
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