Brian Last

Mentioned in 12 analyzed podcast episodes across 1 show

Co-host of the Jim Cornette Experience podcast, where he provides analysis, research, and counterpoint commentary on professional wrestling topics ranging from historical talent evaluation to contemporary booking decisions and industry awards. His regular presence on the show makes him a consistent voice in wrestling podcast discussion and criticism.

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Jim Cornette Experience

Episode Appearances

Jim Cornette Experience · May 19, 2026

Episode 634: Bored & Disgusted

“Co-host engaging in discussion of wrestling history, AEW booking, and industry analysis”

Four Horsemen legacy and historical accuracy in WWE documentariesJim Crockett Promotions vs. WWF competitive dynamics and Vince McMahon's sabotage tacticsAEW booking philosophy and logical inconsistencies in character development

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Jim Cornette Experience · May 13, 2026

Episode 633: Tickets To Wrestling School

“Co-host engaging in discussion of wrestling documentaries, industry trends, and sponsorship reads”

Wrestling Documentary Bias and Historical RevisionismShawn Michaels Career Narrative vs. Documented BehaviorVon Erich Family Tragedy and Generational Mental Health

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Jim Cornette Experience · Apr 28, 2026

Episode 631: Random Order

“Co-host providing commentary and research on wrestling topics”

Dave Meltzer Star Ratings BiasTKO Executive Compensation StructureWWE Talent Release Strategy

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Jim Cornette Experience · Apr 21, 2026

Episode 630: Does Anyone Know What They're Doing?

“Co-host providing analysis and perspective on wrestling booking, talent compensation, and industry trends”

AEW Title Change Strategy and Long-Term BookingWWE WrestleMania Ticket Sales and Gate RevenueCelebrity Integration in Professional Wrestling

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Jim Cornette Experience · Apr 1, 2026

Episode 627: Gravy On My Plate

“Co-host engaging in discussion and providing counterarguments to Cornette's wrestling analysis and critiques”

In-Ring Safety Protocols and Concussion ManagementCelebrity Integration in Professional WrestlingStadium Event Economics and Ticket Sales Trends

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Jim Cornette Experience · Mar 16, 2026

Episode 625: Gloom, Despair, and Agony

“Co-host providing commentary and analysis on wrestling industry topics”

Referee Safety and Medical Emergency Protocols in Professional WrestlingIndependent Wrestling Promotion Liability and Insurance RequirementsAEW's Booking Philosophy and Audience Growth Limitations

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Jim Cornette Experience · Mar 9, 2026

Episode 624: We Forgot How To Speak English

“Co-host contributing analysis and engaging in wrestling discussion throughout episode”

WWE ticket pricing and live event economicsAustin Theory's ring psychology and worker developmentCreative team structure and booking accountability

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Jim Cornette Experience · Feb 24, 2026

Episode 622: The Old Stuff Was Better Than The New Stuff

“Co-host providing analysis, research on 1984 wrestler talent depth, and commentary on modern AEW booking”

AEW Dynamite creative direction and booking failuresPowerTown Wrestling Figures company fraud and pre-order scamsSamoa Joe's career trajectory and underutilization

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Jim Cornette Experience · Feb 17, 2026

Episode 621: Observer Awards

“Co-host providing counterpoint analysis and context for Observer Awards discussion”

Wrestling Observer Newsletter Awards voting methodology and biasAEW booking inconsistency and character alignment issuesWWE vs AEW talent value and business impact comparison

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Jim Cornette Experience · Feb 9, 2026

Episode 620: I Retract My Offer

“Co-host of Jim Cornette Experience, absent from this episode on assignment, regularly discussed as podcast partner.”

Vince McMahon's management philosophy and use of 'opportunity' as control mechanismRoyal Rumble booking changes and WrestleMania main event constructionVince Russo's creative pitch rejection and career trajectory analysis

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Jim Cornette Experience · Feb 2, 2026

Episode 619: The More Things Change, The More They Remain The Same

“Co-host of Jim Cornette Experience; provides commentary and context throughout episode”

AEW Creative Direction and Talent UtilizationWWE Talent Compensation and Contract NegotiationRoman Reigns Babyface Repositioning Strategy

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Jim Cornette Experience · Jan 28, 2026

Episode 618: Unreal Again

“Co-host; engages in dialogue about WWE Unreal, AEW Dynamite, and wrestling business trends; provides counterpoints”

WWE Creative Process and HypervisibilityAEW Booking Philosophy and Talent MobilityWarner Bros. Discovery Ownership and Streaming Rights

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