Great American Bash 04!!

The It Doesn’t Matter Podcast

This episode offers a trio’s retrospective on WWE in 2004, with the hosts first dissecting the Great American Bash pay-per-view. They revisit crucial matches, character developments, and the event's historical footprint, highlighting John Cena's nascent career, the Fatal Four-Way, and the importance of Cruiserweight action, alongside observations on the portrayal of women in wrestling at the time. The discussion then shifts to WWE SmackDown in 2004, where the hosts share their views on female wrestlers, the significance of particular bouts, and the contentious storylines featuring JBL and Eddie Guerrero, ultimately reflecting on the show's quality, its characters, and the lasting impact of its narratives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Great American Bash

02:56 John Cena's Rise and Rap Skills

05:49 The Fatal Four-Way Elimination Match

09:01 Kurt Angle's Role and Backstage Dynamics

11:54 Luther Reigns and His Career Overview

28:46 Nostalgia for Wrestling Video Games

31:15 Chavo Guerrero vs. Rey Mysterio: A Classic Matchup

35:54 The Impact of Tori Wilson and Sable

37:55 Kenzo Suzuki's Underwhelming Debut

42:35 The Undertaker and Paul Bearer's Storyline

43:59 Sable vs. Tori Wilson: A Match of Sex Appeal

47:32 Backstage Shenanigans and Character Development

49:16 Mordecai vs. Hardcore Holly: A Match Analysis

51:36 JBL's Rise: The Unexpected Champion

55:17 Eddie Guerrero and JBL: A Complex Relationship

01:02:22 The Impact of Eddie Guerrero's Legacy

01:11:48 Dissecting Title Matches and Fan Reactions

01:14:00 The Undertaker's Feuds and Storylines

01:17:13 Paul Bearer and the Dudley Boys' Angle

01:19:59 Recapping the Main Event

01:27:10 Reflections on the Show's Impact and Quality