Wrestlenomics

Wrestlenomics covers the business of pro wrestling. Pollock & Thurston is a weekly podcast hosted by John Pollock of POST Wrestling and Wrestlenomics’ Brandon Thurston. They are often joined by a relevant guest.

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Dec 19, 2021 · 1 hr 17 min
2022 predictions, AEW in mainstream press
As 2021 draws to an end, we make some predictions for 2022. Will Ring of Honor run a show next year? What will WWE and AEW TV ratings be? Plus, Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss some mainstream media articles related to AEW’s recent TV ratings, the history of DQ finishes across companies, and NOAH and DDT parent, CyberFight, reported a net loss for its fiscal year. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding the wrestling business. Subscribers get: Nearly daily TV ratings reports, the most in-depth analysis published anywhere Continuously-updated Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon Thurston on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics Radio: https://www.postwrestling.com/subscribe/ Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/wrestlenomics Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Music Credits: “Save Me by Claus Appel” https://filmmusic.io/song/8383-save-me | License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dec 12, 2021 · 1 hr 27 min
The flow of talent from AEW to WWE
AEW and WWE's views on talent development appear to be diverging. Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss WWE's announcement of college athlete signings to its new NIL program. Meanwhile Johnny Gargano and Kyle O'Reilly are possibly on their way out of WWE. Plus discussion of ticket sales, TV ratings, the friendship between Nick Khan and The Rock, and more! 📺 Tune in to Live TV Ratings talk with Brandon Thurston every Thursday at 5:30pm ET! 📊 TV ratings reports and data: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomics 🌐 Website: https://wrestlenomics.com Follow Brandon Thurston on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding the wrestling business. Subscribers get: Nearly daily TV ratings reports, the most in-depth analysis published anywhere Continuously-updated Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Dec 5, 2021 · 1 hr 30 min
DVR viewership, WWE's NIL program
We study live+same-day TV ratings, but what about DVR viewership? How do Raw, Smackdown, Dynamite, Rampage, NXT, and Impact TV ratings compare when including delayed viewing? Plus, WWE this past week introduced a new NIL program to recruit college athletes. And we look at who are the wrestlers and wrestling companies that are searched for most often on Google. Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss the week's news in wrestling business, related to WWE, AEW, and more. 📺 Tune in to Live TV Ratings talk with Brandon Thurston every Thursday at 5:30pm ET! 📊 TV ratings reports and data: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomics🎙️ Listen to our weekly podcast: https://wrestlenomics.com/podcast/ 🌐 Website: https://wrestlenomics.com Follow Brandon Thurston on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding the wrestling business. Subscribers get: Nearly daily TV ratings reports, the most in-depth analysis published anywhere Continuously-updated Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 28, 2021 · 1 hr 29 min
WWE's Brooklyn upfront, Young Bucks' extension, Vince's egg
Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss the week's news in wrestling business, including: WWE's upfront with advertisers in Brooklyn Vince's egg lifts the Raw TV rating Young Bucks extend their AEW contract Showdown at UBS Arena draws near WWE programming leaving J Sport Game Changer Wrestling sells out Hammerstein Ballroom Former WWE CFO Kristina Salen's separation agreement 📺 Tune in to Live TV Ratings talk with Brandon Thurston every Thursday at 5:30pm ET! 📊 TV ratings reports and data: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomics 🌐 Website: https://wrestlenomics.com Follow Brandon Thurston on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding the wrestling business. Subscribers get: Nearly daily TV ratings reports, the most in-depth analysis published anywhere Continuously-updated Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 21, 2021 · 1 hr 20 min
WWE talent releases, AEW Full Gear PPV buys, EPL rights deal
Take a quick Wrestlenomics survey to help us better understand our audience: https://forms.gle/qG1gnBXVzY6CzWA67 We have a report on AEW Full Gear PPV buys, as well as how much revenue the event generated overall. Meanwhile WWE released another set of talent this week. What does it mean for the industry in general and the independent scene? Plus, we explore how other sports properties have increased their U.S. TV rights fees while their viewership has also decreased over time. 📺 Tune in to Live TV Ratings talk with Brandon Thurston every Thursday at 5:30pm ET! 📊 TV ratings reports and data: https://patreon.com/wrestlenomics 🌐 Website: https://wrestlenomics.com Follow Brandon Thurston on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Music Credits: Save Me by Claus Appel Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8383-save-me License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 14, 2021 · 1 hr 32 min
AEW Full Gear business, WWE financial outlook
- Following AEW's Full Gear pay-per-view, we try to estimate how much revenue All Elite Wrestling might've grossed. - A deep look into WWE's financial outlook, according to Brandon Thurston, and compared to how stock analysts expect the company to perform. - We new report from parent company Bushiroad indicates stable revenue for the division that includes New Japan Pro-Wrestling and Stardom. - Plus, we look at the numbers to answer whether Impact Wrestling's relationship with AEW helped Impact's TV ratings? A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding the wrestling business. Subscribers get: Nearly daily TV ratings reports, the most in-depth analysis published anywhere Continuously-updated Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics Radio: https://wrestlenomics/podcast/ https://www.postwrestling.com/subscribe/ Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/wrestlenomics Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Music Credits: “Save Me by Claus Appel” https://filmmusic.io/song/8383-save-me | License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 7, 2021 · 1 hr 39 min
Talent releases and CFO transition after WWE Q3 earnings
Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo debut the podcast on the POST Wrestling network, giving an introduction to Wrestlenomics before diving into the WWE Q3 earnings report and the fallout that followed. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding the wrestling business. Subscribers get: Nearly daily TV ratings reports, the most in-depth analysis published anywhere Continuously-updated Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Subscribe now for just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/wrestlenomics Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Music Credits: Save Me by Claus Appel Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/8383-save-me License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Nov 1, 2021 · 1 hr 33 min
The end of Ring of Honor as we know it
Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss the latest in WWE and AEW live event news. Then Brandon is joined by Lavie Margolin to talk the news that Ring of Honor will release all its wrestlers and run no events during Q1 2022, as ROH parent company Sinclair Broadcasting looks to cut costs. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Music credit: Local Forecast by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/3989-local-forecast License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 25, 2021 · 1 hr 33 min
Preemptions and NJPW business
Coming off the 30-minute Friday night war, a replay of Smackdown airs on Fox head-to-head with AEW Dynamite on Saturday. Bushiroad's recent public filings give us an update on New Japan Pro-Wrestling's financial state amid the pandemic. Plus, we look at how wrestling programs in the U.S. rank among television generally. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Music credits: Retro Gamer 2 by Mikael Hellman Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/5836-retro-gamer-2 License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license 1000 Words by Philip Rice Link: https://filmmusic.io/song/6804-1000-words License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 18, 2021 · 1 hr 24 min
Fast Nationals for Smackdown and Rampage
"The 30-minute war" on Friday night between WWE Smackdown and AEW Rampage has concluded. We have news of the fast nationals for each program. Conspicuously only total viewership numbers are available and not 18 to 49 ratings. We unpack what that might mean. Plus Miz & Mrs. was renewed by USA Network. And we discuss the members of WWE's board of directors. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 11, 2021 · 1 hr 19 min
Smackdown vs. Rampage: The 30-Minute War
For the first time, a portion of a main roster WWE program will run head-to-head against AEW. WWE Smackdown, preempted to FS1 next Friday will be an extra 30 minutes, meaning it will overlap with the first half of AEW Rampage on TNT. We'll also discuss fast nationals for Smackdown and Rampage last Friday, the MLW Fightland special on VICE, the latest Variety article on the wrestling business, and more. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Oct 3, 2021 · 1 hr 21 min
Q3 2021 TV ratings and ticket sales trends for WWE and AEW
The latest in TV ratings, ticket sales, YouTube views, and Google web search for WWE, AEW, Impact Wrestling and other companies as Q3 2021 comes to an end. Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss the latest in wrestling business news. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 26, 2021 · 1 hr 20 min
AEW SVP Chris Harrington talks about the wrestling business
Mookie visits Wrestlenomics! Former Wrestlenomics co-host and current AEW SVP of business strategy visits Brandon Thurston to discuss the latest current events related to All Elite Wrestling and the wider TV industry. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 20, 2021 · 1 hr 16 min
WWE and AEW's different visions of talent
The introduction of NXT 2.0 on Tuesday highlighted how talent development for WWE and AEW seem to be diverging into to increasingly different visions. Plus the latest in TV ratings and ticket sales. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 12, 2021 · 1 hr 3 min
AEW draws 200,000 PPV buys for All Out
AEW All Out sold more than 200,000 pay-per-view buys. Smackdown at Madison Square Garden set the record for a live gate for any Smackdown taping in company history. WWE isn't being sold. WWE and AEW are coming to the new UBS Arena in Long Island. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Sep 6, 2021 · 1 hr 6 min
All Out weekend
AEW seems likely to break its PPV record with All Out. The future of NXT UK might be in question. Vaccine requirements at Arthur Ashe Stadium and on the Jericho Cruise. Latest in Google web search trends. Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss all that and more. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 29, 2021 · 1 hr 15 min
Needle movers
Dynamite and Rampage do huge ratings with the first appearances of CM Punk. Roman Reigns says he's a needle mover. Becky Lynch says she's Rebecca Ratings. Plus, drama reportedly surrounding the development of WWE's next major console game. Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss all that and more. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Subscribe to Wrestlenomics on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD_WfonwdEwz91hcv3Mhsog Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 23, 2021 · 1 hr 35 min
CM Punk is back in pro wrestling
A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings reports and analysis almost every weekday - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 16, 2021 · 1 hr 9 min
AEW Rampage debut, Smackdown prelims
There's confusion over WWE Smackdown's fast affiliate rating after many markets preempted for NFL preseason games. AEW Rampage debuted on the same night. The Rhodes to the Top and Heels are set to debut. CM Punk seems set to debut in AEW. Meanwhile, Dynamite falls back under 1million viewers with the return of MTV's The Challenge. Brandon Thurston and Chris Gullo discuss all that and more. A subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings analysis and original reporting - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Aug 8, 2021 · 1 hr 17 min
NXT getting overhauled following more WWE cuts
More cuts by WWE to NXT talent closed the week. And reports followed of Vince McMahon directing a new philosophy when it comes to recruitment and developmental. Meanwhile TV viewership for AEW Dynamite was over 1 million for the fourth straight week. And there continue to be signs that Raw and Smackdown viewership is stabilizing above the level of the final Thunderdome episodes. Subscription to the Wrestlenomics Patreon is a must for understanding wrestling business. Subscribers get: - TV ratings analysis and original reporting - Viewership Spreadsheet with 15,000+ data points - Emergency audio and more! Just $5/month: http://patreon.com/wrestlenomics Follow Brandon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrandonThurston Follow Chris Gullo on Twitter https://twitter.com/ChrisGullo Follow Wrestlenomics on Twitter: https://twitter.com/wrestlenomics Read Brandon's written work at https://wrestlenomics.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/wrestlenomics-radio/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy