AJ Styles Retirement Show | I'm watching wrestling again
March 3, 2026·37 min·3 clips
Archer returns to wrestling after years away to break down a Raw episode building into an AJ Styles tribute.
This episode of Back to the Mat analyzes the Monday Night Raw episode that served as a tribute to AJ Styles. Host Archer, a former fan re-engaging with professional wrestling, provides his weekly breakdown of the show. He promises to cover the event's key segments and offers his personal predictions.
The analysis focuses on the tribute to AJ Styles, referred to as "the phenomenal one," and a segment involving a crate that Archer views as potentially brilliant or disastrous. Archer begins the episode by giving a shout-out to a listener named Jaden B. 26, who commented on the podcast's debut. He expresses genuine appreciation for listeners who share their own stories as returning wrestling fans. The host then transitions back to discussing the specific content of Monday Night Raw.
Archer frames his entire podcast series as a documentation of his experience jumping back into wrestling after years away. He explicitly states the show will cover SmackDown, premium live events, and Raw on a weekly basis. The listener comment he highlights made a strong impression because it aligned with the podcast's core mission of connecting with familiar fans.
The tone is conversational and reflective, blending personal anecdote with analytical review. Archer's style is that of an enthusiastic guide re-exploring a familiar world. This episode is ideal for lapsed wrestling fans curious about current storylines or anyone interested in a nostalgic, analytical perspective. Listeners seeking hard news or insider reporting might find the personal narrative focus less appealing.
