Title: Future Stars & Failing Strategies: WWE’s ID Program vs. AEW’s Ticket Troubles
Host: Marie ShadowsPodcast: Squared Circle Podcast
Episode Overview:In this episode, Marie Shadows discusses WWE’s latest initiative, the WWE ID program, which scouts and mentors indie wrestlers with the potential to join WWE. Discover how WWE is paving a sustainable path for the next generation of talent.
Meanwhile, Marie shares her critical insights on AEW and NJPW’s current challenges, from ticket sales to storytelling mishaps, and how their strategic missteps could be alienating casual fans and dragging NJPW down.
Marie also explores why NJPW's previous independence (with NJPW Strong) had more success in building buzz than its current AEW partnership.
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Future Stars & Failing Strategies: WWE’s ID Program vs. AEW’s Ticket Troubles - Join host Marie Shadows as she dives into WWE's new WWE ID program, which scouts top-tier indie wrestlers and offers mentorship, creating pathways to potential WWE careers. Marie also critiques AEW and NJPW’s approach to ticket sales, storytelling, and fan engagement, explaining why AEW’s and NJPW’s partnership may be hindering growth. If you’re interested in wrestling’s biggest debates on industry strategy and indie development, this episode’s for you!