AEW, HOG, Mercedes Moné, and JD from New York: Wrestling’s Latest Drama
Welcome to the Squared Circle Podcast. I am your host Marie Shadows!
In this episode, Marie Shadows breaks down the recent controversy involving JD from New York, Mercedes Moné, AEW, and House of Glory. The discussion revolves around the power dynamics at play when Mercedes requested JD be removed from commentary for her match against Indi Hartwell. Marie highlights the broader implications of this decision, calling for professionalism, better conflict resolution, and industry-wide transparency. This podcast encourages listeners to consider the long-term effects of such moves on the wrestling business.
Bullet Notes:
Incident Overview: Mercedes Moné requested JD from New York's removal from commentary for her House of Glory match.
AEW's Role: Speculation on AEW’s involvement and how it reflects on the company’s public perception.
Power Dynamics: The risk of using influence to silence opposing voices and how it sets a dangerous precedent.
Missed Storytelling Opportunity: How the real-life tension could have been used to create an engaging wrestling storyline.
Professionalism Matters: Why constructive dialogue and conflict resolution are essential for the industry.
Bigger Industry Impact: How this could encourage others to misuse power in the future.
Solutions: Suggestions on how companies can establish better protocols for handling disputes.
Key Takeaways:
Wrestling thrives on controversy, but mishandling conflict damages credibility.
Promotions should prioritize professionalism and open communication.
Fans should critically analyze situations rather than defaulting to outrage.
AEW and House of Glory should lead by example to avoid setting harmful precedents.
Engagement Question:Do you think companies should mediate conflicts like this differently? How can promotions handle disagreements without compromising professionalism?
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