The Ariel Helwani Show

The Uncrowned Wrestling Show | WWE roster cuts, Smackdown changes coming, Netflix's Hulk Hogan docuseries

April 28, 2026·1h 25m
Episode Description from the Publisher

Jason Solomon is back with a lot to say about the latest round of WWE roster cuts, including one surprising name (04:18). Plus, why people need to stop putting all the blame on TKO, Nick Khan playing the straw man game at a WWE town hall, and more (30:24). Next, news on NXT PLEs finding a new home, Smackdown reverting back to two hours and why this is a good move (34:25). Then, thoughts on a big main event signed for Backlash, the Oba Femi open challenge and his direction heading into SummerSlam, and which Smackdown star wants to be a Paul Heyman Girl (41:39). Plus, a review of Hulk Hogan “Real American” Netflix docuseries, what’s there, what’s missing, and whether it’s worth watching (56:03). Closing out with news on a potential Lucha Underground revival, the North Carolina town paying homage to Andre the Giant, and some listener Q&A (1:12:11).

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