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This week, Steven and Jeremy discussed the stunning announcement this week that Tetsuya Naito, BUSHI and Jeff Cobb were all leaving New Japan. They discussed what might be next for each other them, their impact on New Japan over the years and what's left of LIJ. Plus, Windy City Riot and why Konnosuke Takeshita is on a different level, Dontaku news, Resurgence lineup and more. -
Chris Samsa joined Steven and Jeremy as they discussed Sakura Genesis and Jr. Genesis, including Hirooki Goto's successful IWGP title defense against David Finlay, a divisive Hardcore match with El Desperado facing Clark Connors and SANADA turning on Bullet Club to join...another part of Bullet Club, why Konosuke Takeshita is perfect for New Japan, the future for Tetsuya Naito and Shota Umino, and more. Plus, a Windy City Riot preview.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy previewed the Sakura Genesis and Sakura Jr. Genesis cards, and whether it's time for David Finlay to end Hirooki Goto's run atop New Japan. They previewed each match from the two shows, with El Desperado and Clark Connors headlining Jr. Genesis in a hardcore match. They also talked about AEW signing Kevin Knight and where Oscar Leube and Yuto Nakashima might fit in upon their possible return from excursion.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at each New Japan faction and its members. They also talked about "Queen of the Ring," Vince McMahon rumors, TNA's role in the wrestling world, New Japan Cup history, SANADA's saga, Sumo Wrestling and more. It was a wide-ranging discussion with fun listener interaction.
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Steven's audio issues are fixed during the show. Steven and Jeremy discussed the New Japan Cup, who had strong showings, how the members of War Dogs are perceived and the growth of Hontai. Plus, can Steven balance his drive to see wrestling in Japan and preserve his relationship?
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New Japan Cup is up and running! Steven and Jeremy discussed the twists and turns of the first two rounds, including David Finlay, Gabe Kidd and the War Dogs versus House of Torture, SANADA's loyalties, Shota Umino's new look and Uemura's momentum. Plus, the future of Jeff Cobb, Shinsuke Nakamura, broken rings and the end of CHAOS and GHB.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy reviewed the New Japan 53rd Anniversary show, headlined by Hirooki Goto and Hiroshi Tanahashi. They also discussed New Japan's current surge in attendance with Goto on top, and the lack of effort in the midcard. Plus, the week ahead with NJ Cup bracketology, Fantasticamania, the career of Osamu Nishimura and more.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at the Fantasticamania 2025 show from Korakuen Hall and looked ahead to the Anniversary Show next week headlined by Hirooki Goto versus Hiroshi Tanahashi. They also talked about the current Bullet Club intrigue, previewed the New Japan Cup and looked at the Best of the Super Juniors schedule. Plus, Jeremy tried to talk Steven into attending All In.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at the brackets for the New Japan Cup, and how the bracket teases some intriguing matches, Plus, they looked ahead to FantasticaMania 2025 and back at Gran Hamada, a pioneer of Lucha Libre in Japan. Jeremy also gave his thoughts on the NJPW documentary on Wrestle Kingdom.
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New Beginning had turns, returns, title changes and drama. Steven and Jeremy looked at each match on the show, including Zack Sabre Jr. versus Hirooki Goto in an emotional title match. Plus, Yota Tsuji versus Gabe Kidd, and how the War Dogs' direction changed. Shota Umino starts over, Naito and Hiromu v Young Bucks and Yuya Uemura returns.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at the pair of Korakuen Hall shows leading up to the big New Beginning in Osaka card. Jeff Cobb's future, why Desperado and Fujita is such a great matchup and Taichi's revenge. Plus, a New Beginning preview. Goto v Sabre, is this finally Goto's time? Young Bucks versus Naito and Hiromu, Kidd v Tsuji and more!
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This week, Steven and Jeremy reviewed the recent Road to New Beginning show in Sendai, then looked ahead to El Phantasmo versus Jeff Cobb for the TV title and El Desperado versus Kosei Fujita in a Junior Heavyweight title clash. They revisited Hiroshi Tanahashi's ten-point plan, plus ideas for EVIL and Narita's futures. Also, a look at the history of the New Beginning show.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy looked at the three house shows, and how Hiroshi Tanahashi's Final Road goes through the Young Lions first. Plus, Zack Sabre's role as champion, Goto's chances of capturing the prize, United Pro Wrestling and its press conference, Tom Pestock's comments and how difficult life is for bookers.
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This week, Steven and Jeremy discussed the excellent Battle in the Valley show, which had a little bit of everything. It had an great brawl with Gabe Kidd and Tomohiro Ishii, a technical classic with Zack Sabre Jr. v Hechisero, an emotional roller coaster in Sumie Sakai's retirement match and more. They also looked ahead to Blue Justice XV, talked about upcoming main events, and looked at Steven's souvenir haul from Tokyo.
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Steven Conway and Jeremy Finestone are joined by Lyric Swinton! This week, Lyric shared her thoughts on Wrestle Kingdom, Wrestle Dynasty and the fallout from the big shows. The trio also discussed how New Japan is doing with their women's titles, Mayu Iwatani's future, the Chris Charlton controversy and how Zack Sabre Jr. can be the champion to transition the company from the past generation to the new one, Plus, the shared experience of attending a Wrestle Kingdom weekend in person and a Battle in the Valley preview.
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Jeremy Finestone and Steven Conway are back with a Wrestle Dynasty edition! It’s episode 145 of Speaking of Strong Style, and the pair discussed each match from the Jan. 5 event. Kenny Omega and Gabe Kidd put together a match for the ages, and the pair talked about the deep psychology in the match, and how its story impacted the crowd. They also looked at a thrilling Tomohiro Ishii-Konosuke Takeshita match, and the good news we’ll be seeing more of Takeshita to come. Plus, rehab wins for David Finlay over Brody King and Shota Umino over Claudio Castagnoli, a “grappling” match with no grappling between Hiroshi Tanahashi and Katsuyori Shibata, Mercedes Mone versus Mina Shirakawa and more. A fun show so check it out!
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Steven Conway and Jeremy Finestone recap Wrestle Kingdom 19 in Episode 144! Steven gave his live-in-Tokyo perspective of a tremendous card headlined by Zack Sabre Jr. v Shota Umino. They broke down the entire card, discussing the ramifications of each match. They talked of the inner turmoil on display in the main event, the heavy psychology of the Tetsuya Naito v Hiromu Takahashi battle, why David Finlay and Yota Tsuji both stepped up big, the feel-good El Phantasmo and Hirooki Goto stories, the heartbreak of DOUKI’s injury and why Mayu Iwatani and AZM should have gotten more time, and the reasons they didn’t. It’s the best recap of New Japan’s biggest night!
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Jeremy Finestone and Steven Conway are joined by Chris Samsa for episode 143 of Speaking of Strong Style! This week, Steven joined from his Tokyo hotel room. The trio previewed the Wrestle Kingdom and Wrestle Dynasties cards match by match. They discussed the possible winners of key matches such as Shota Umino v Zack Sabre Jr. and Yota Tsuji v David Finlay. They also talked about the futures of Tetsuya Naito and Konosuke Takeshita, and what they expect from Kenny Omega’s return. Every match gets some time in this preview of New Japan’s biggest weekend!
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Sam from Powerbombshells joined the pair as they discussed news from the recent Korakuen Hall shows, including El Phatasmo's happy return, Hiroshi Tanahashi's unwanted haircut, and a ladders, chairs and...desk match? They looked at the order of the cards and where the women's matches might end up. They also gave their predictions on a few key matchups and championships going forward. It's a special Fight Game Media crossover episode!
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Steven and Jeremy discussed Strong Style Evolved, and how Mercedes Mone and Hazuki tore the house down. The Young Bucks, Jack Perry, Konosuke Takeshita and other AEW stars were also a part of the show, but does AEW respect New Japan? Is this partnership worthwhile? They also looked forward to the last two Korakuen Hall shows of the year, featuring a strange KOPW title match with Taichi and Great O-Khan.
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