The Hard Way

The Hard Way

Author: The Hard Way Language: English Episodes: 51
Brett Michelle approaches professional wrestling with a unique blend of hazy enthusiasm and deep knowledge, creating a space that feels like hanging out with your most passionate, slightly baked friend. Her The Hard Way podcast is that rare find in the sports and comedy landscape: a dedicated exploration of wrestling fandom that deliberately avoids the cynicism and online aggression so common in the IWC. Alongside her co-host I. Blade Daily from the Sit Down Shut Up Mark Out! podcast, Brett builds conversations that are as unpredictable as they are heartfelt. What you'll hear in each episode is a hybrid experience-part freewheeling talk show dissecting the latest events and classic moments, part improvised comedy session fueled by their dynamic, and always a genuine celebration of the spectacle they love. This isn't about hot takes for clicks; it's a lovingly unhinged, positive alternative for anyone who wants to remember why they became a fan in the first place. Tune in for the kind of insightful, laughter-filled, and stoned-positive analysis that only this particular podcast can deliver.
Episodes
"X-7" [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:52:52
Brett and Blade are joined by fellow Sicko, Troubles Weekly to discuss one of the greatest Wrestlemanias ever....Wrestlemania X-Seven! Why didn't WWE realize Raven ruled? Triple Paul and Undertaker wrestle in a match tha…
Quit Being a Drama Queen, Dynasty Ruled. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:07:53
Brett Michelle and Blade Daily are talking all about AEW Dynasty and pose a controversial theory: it ruled! ALL OF IT. Follow Us on SocialInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehardway.podThreads: https://www.threads.ne…
Pop Quiz, Hotshot [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:44
Brett Michelle and Blade Daily are joined by returning guests Kurt Jangle and Skewered Universe Podcast host Jeff for a raucous and unhinged game of pro wrestling Jeopardy! Also - Brett microwaved her laptop.Follow Us on…
Talkin' with Tino [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 57:01
What do tiki bars, Pancho Villa's Skull, the booking of the Death Riders, and Brett Michelle's inability to find fault with anything Jon Moxley does have in common? We're not sure but all of those things are part of the…
Revolution & Rearranging the Feung Shui [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:16
After a week of recovery from attending AEW Revolution, Brett Michelle is BACK in this biiiiii and making a few changes to the show. And yes, her spineless lackey Blade Daily is here too! But more so, Brett's sharing her…
Where Do You Get Those Wonderful Toys? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:49
Brett and Blade are joined by famed Figure Photographer and co-host of the new podcast "The Bubba Cast", Zerpie! They're talking all about pro wrestling toys and the joys of collecting. Plus Zerpie dishes about co-hostin…
Tradition Smushmition [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:17
Brett's BACK and she just remembered to let Blade Daily out of the box...10 days too late! Our guest this is Tim, co-host of the All Elite Wrapup as we discuss tradition vs. innovation in pro wrestling and...well, everyw…
Eat Your Heart Out, Rick Springfield! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:35
Brett Michelle wants to know - what makes a wrestling entrance song brilliant or terrible? She's joined by I. Blade Daily, Kurt Jangle, and Shane Ethos for a deep dive!Follow Brett MichelleInstagram: https://www.instagra…
Can't We All Just Get Along? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:24
Brett's back and she answers the question - is THIS wrestling? The answer: It's ALL wrestling, Stupid! Brett is joined by I. Blade Daily, Antione Raphael, and "Freebird Rules" podcaster Hambone to discuss the many styles…
Spooky Graps [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 42:29
Brett Michelle returns to discuss Spooky Graps with her useless co-host I. Blade Daily, Jeff from Skewered Universe Podcast and Son #2 Jeff. What is "good" horror in wrestling? What is too far? Why would an undead wizard…