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Podcast: Wrestling Is Real Wrestling Podcast
Episode: From Cable to Cringe: WWE's Netflix Debut Has Straight-to-DVD Vibes (ep.901)
Description: WWE's second episode of Raw on Netflix felt like a return to normalcy after the spectacle of their debut, and unfortunately, "normal" for WWE lately has been a mixed bag.While the announcements of CM Punk, Seth Rollins, and Drew McIntyre entering the Royal Rumble are significant, and Penta's official arrival adds intrigue, the overall product felt lackluster. This begs the question: is WWE's current storytelling and weekly programming simply mediocre, or is it indicative of a larger trend in Netflix's own content?The debut episode, while visually impressive, fell short of expectations for many die-hard...