Status Update April 8, 2026

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After a six-week break, the hosts reveal personal crises that halted their 10-year wrestling history podcast.

Kris Zellner and David Bixenspan open by acknowledging their six-week break from 'Between The Sheets,' their wrestling history podcast that typically airs weekly. They note this is the longest hiatus in over ten years, hinting at serious personal issues. Zellner mentions past disruptions like illnesses and family deaths, but this break was different. Bixenspan discloses he has been experiencing mysterious neurological symptoms, with good and bad days, that have left him fatigued after even short calls. The hosts plan to ease back by prioritizing Patreon shows, starting with editing and releasing a recorded Lawler Part 2 episode. They discuss the backlog of free shows and Center Stage Chronicles episodes. Zellner thanks patron Joe Sposto for offering editing help. They address listener questions about a deleted episode (544), attributing it to editing mistakes during Bixenspan's health issues. The hosts reject suggestions to do the show solo or with guests, emphasizing their duo dynamic. They explain logistical constraints, using free StreamYard due to cost, and contrast their hobby podcast with full-time operations like Post Wrestling. Zellner mentions considering format shifts, like shorter shows or current wrestling talk, to ease back in. They share a positive update about Steve Carino's surprise wedding in Times Square, officiated by Ryan Katz. The hosts thank patrons for support and mention active Discord community engagement. They briefly touch on the Hulk Hogan Netflix documentary trailer. The episode concludes with plans to catch up on content and watch Dynamite.

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A candid status update that shows how the show is getting back on track without pretending the backlog is already gone.

Between the Sheets uses this audio update to lay out where the show has been, why the release pace slipped, and how the backlog will be handled as the regular schedule returns.

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