Episode 532: Secrets From The Headset

On this episode of Something to Wrestle, John Layfield and Conrad Thompson examine the decisions, performances and production techniques shaping today's wrestling business. JBL explains why changing a championship at a house show can generate tremendous buzz for WWE live events and considers what could be next for Dominik Mysterio. The guys also discuss why Penta versus Roman Reigns was a recipe for success. Then, John pulls back the curtain on the art of professional wrestling commentary, from protecting your credibility and building excitement to creating special moments through communication with the talent. JBL also reveals what Vince McMahon was really like as a producer and explains how powerful facial expressions can transform a good wrestling match into a great one.     THIS WEEKS SPONSORS CHIME - Join the millions who are already banking fee free with America's #1 Choice for Banking. Head to Chime.com/WRESTLE. Sign up now. It only takes a few minutes. Chime is a fintech, not a bank. Banking services and Chime Card provided by Chime's bank partners. Qualifying direct deposits required. Terms and limits apply. Go to http://chime.com/disclosures  for details. DRAFT KINGS - New DraftKings customers, sign up with code STW spend $5 to get $200 in rewards within 21 days - includes all markets. That's code STW. In Partnership with DraftKings. The Crown Is Yours. LARINECO - Larineco is better-for-you chewing gum that uses the same mineral your teeth are made of to support daily enamel health. Right now, Larineco is offering our listeners up to 50% off at BuyLarine.com/Wrestle BLUECHEW - When you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third FREE with promo code WRESTLE. You will also receive an additional 10% OFF + Free overnight shipping on your first order. Visit http://BlueChew.com  for more details and important safety information ULTRA - Don't sleep on @ultrapouches. New customers get 15% Off with code WRESTLE at http://takeultra.com ! #UltraPoucheds #ad SAVE WITH CONRAD - Stop throwing money away by paying those high interest rates on your credit card. Roll them into one low monthly payment and on top of that, skip your next two house payments. Go to https://www.savewithconrad.com  to learn more. PODCAST HEAT -  Want to grow your business with the power of podcast advertising? Reach loyal, engaged audiences through trusted host endorsements across the Podcast Heat network. Learn more at PodcastHeat.com