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Steve and Larson

Two longtime friends and wrestling fans host a daily podcast reviewing and analyzing the latest in WWE and AEW.

The brief

A fan-centric daily talk show where two knowledgeable and opinionated friends react to and analyze the world of professional wrestling. Episodes range from immediate post-show livestreams and structured reviews to news breakdowns and prediction challenges. The hosts' long-standing chemistry is central to the format, blending detailed critique with inside jokes and community interaction.

The show's daily cadence is its primary distinction, offering timely reactions that are often faster than competitors. The strong community focus, built around the "Friendo" identity, and the mix of live watch-alongs with polished review segments also set it apart.
— What makes it distinctive
§1 · The host

Who hosts this show

Steve and Larson are the hosts of "Going In Raw," a daily pro-wrestling podcast that provides news, reviews, and speculation on promotions like WWE and AEW. The duo, identified as Stephen Buell and Larson, first gained popularity co-hosting Machinima's "Ten FTW" web series. They have since built a dedicated community known as the "Friendos" through their YouTube channel and podcast.

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Credentials & credits

  • Podcast Hosts, Going In Raw
  • Former Hosts, Machinima's Ten FTW

Other ventures

  • Friendo Club (Patreon Membership)
  • Friendoshop (Merchandise)
§2 · Classification

What kind of podcast

Region
usa
§3 · Cadence & catalog

When new episodes drop

Publishing rate
Daily
Not shown by Apple / Spotify
Total episodes
4.2K
Last episode
3 months ago
Jun 24, 2026
Status
Active
§3b · Editor's picks

Notable episodes

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  1. 01
    SHOCK TITLE CHANGE AT WWE Night of Champions 2026 | Full Show Review

    Showcases the hosts' genuine, surprised reactions and in-depth analysis of unexpected storyline developments, a key appeal of the show.

  2. 02
    Star Ratings For WWE Night Of Champions 2026

    A prime example of one of the show's signature segments, where the hosts apply a critical, yet personal, rating system to recent matches.

  3. 03
    AEW x NJPW Forbidden Door 2026 PREDICTIONS

    Highlights another recurring format, the 'Predictions Challenge,' demonstrating how they build anticipation for major events and engage their community.

§4 · Signature

What you'll be asked on this show

How the host interviews

This is not an interview-based show. The hosts, Steve and Larson, engage in conversational analysis and debate with each other. All questions observed are between the co-hosts or directed at the live chat audience.

This is a co-hosted discussion and analysis show; it does not feature guest interviews. The format consists of Steve and Larson talking to each other, often during a live stream where they interact with their audience ('Friendos'). They produce several types of episodes, including live reactions to pay-per-view events, structured post-show reviews with 'Star Ratings', news analysis, and prediction challenges.

Signature segments

  • · Referring to the audience as 'Friendos'
  • · Star Ratings segment
  • · Monthly Predictions Challenges
  • · The catchphrase 'YEET'
  • · The Friendo Awards

Topics covered repeatedly

WWEAEWPro Wrestling NewsMatch ReviewsStoryline AnalysisPay-Per-View ReactionsWrestling PredictionsStar Ratings
§6 · Channels & links

Where to find this show

§7 · Stats

Audience & reach

YouTube · first-party
Subscribers
203K
203,000
Avg views / video
9.2K
Trailing window
Total views
77.5M
77,546,348
Videos published
4,208
Sponsor readEstimated

The show utilizes direct-response advertising from sponsors like Hims and has a significant audience-funded component through its 'Friendo Club' membership on Patreon and YouTube, as well as merchandise sales from their 'Friendoshop' store.

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Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.

§8 · Contact

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§9b · FAQ

People also ask

AI-extracted researched answers · help us verify
What are the hosts' real names?
The hosts are Steve (Stephen Buell) and Larson.
Is the podcast called 'Steve and Larson' or 'Going In Raw'?
The podcast is titled 'Going In Raw: A Pro Wrestling Podcast'. 'Steve and Larson' is the name of their YouTube channel where the podcast is published.
Does the show have guests?
No, this is a co-hosted discussion show and does not typically feature guest interviews.
What is the 'Friendo Club'?
The 'Friendo Club' is the name for the show's paid membership community on Patreon and YouTube, which offers bonus content and other perks.
What is the show's format?
The show primarily consists of live reactions to wrestling events, post-show reviews, news discussions, and prediction segments hosted by Steve and Larson.
Where can I listen to the podcast?
The video version is on the 'Steve and Larson' YouTube channel, and the audio version is available on platforms like Apple Podcasts.
Last updatedJun 29, 2026Not yet host-verified
Research depthDeep dossierHigh confidence · Jun 29, 2026 · gemini-2.5-pro

Built from the show's public RSS feed, YouTube, the host's own websites, and the cited sources below. Computed and AI-extracted fields are labelled. Facts only — no private info, no fabrication, no transcripts republished.

§9c · Methodology

Sources & how this page was built

This page is AI-assisted, grounded in the public sources cited below, and host-verifiable. We publish facts only; we do not republish transcripts. If anything here is wrong, the host can claim and correct the page above.Model: gemini-2.5-pro · high confidence

  1. [01]Going In Raw: A Pro Wrestling Podcast - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
  2. [02]Steve and Larson - YouTubeyoutube.com
  3. [03]Steve and Larson's Going In Raw | WWE Youtubers Wiki - Fandomwweyoutubers.fandom.com
  4. [04]Steve and Larson - NerdCubed Wiki - Fandomnerdcubed.fandom.com
  5. [05]Steven Going In Raw - Famous Birthdaysfamousbirthdays.com
  6. [06]Going In Raw Patreonpatreon.com
  7. [07]Friendoshop (Merchandise Store)friendoshop.com
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