Scott Fishman, Author at StayTuned Magazine

Interview: Seth Green on the making of “Camp WWE”

April 29, 2016 Scott Fishman

Right from the TV-MA disclaimer, it’s apparent Camp WWE is unlike anything the sports entertainment juggernaut has ever broadcast. That’s exactly what Seth Green and the rest of the team of Stoopid Buddy Stoodios were going for when they initially pitched the project. Now Camp WWE will be available exclusively on WWE Network video-on-demand, right after the Payback live event on Sunday, May 1. “I think the idea for this was giving them an opportunity to do something they can’t typically do with the brand, especially in any of the live-action programming,” Green says. “So they wanted something that was going to be a […]

American Grit Season 1 Episode 3 Recap: Moving Camp

April 28, 2016 Scott Fishman

Team Noah continued its dominance this week on FOX’s American Grit. The crew in green avoided “The Circus” for the third time in a row by finishing first in the “Moving Camp” evolution. The military-inspired challenge required ingenuity and thinking on their feet. They had to break down every piece of the camp — including the base of the tent, which consisted of an intricate puzzle. From there, the participants prepare their crate before swimming across the frigid water with it. They follow that up by crafting a wheelbarrow to transport the crate and remaining materials to a new location. Putting […]

Ring of Honor powerhouse Moose on transitioning from the NFL field to the pro-wrestling ring

April 25, 2016 Scott Fishman

As a precocious eight-year-old, Quinn Ojinnaka was enthralled by the larger-than-life characters of pro wrestling. It wasn’t enough just to see. This was something the youngster wanted to do. And so. after his time in the NFL the six-foot-five, 300-pound specimen changed his career trajectory from the gridiron to the ring. He decided to go all-in, finally pursuing his dream. Now Ojinnaka, better known as Moose, is quickly emerging as one of Ring of Honor’s premiere stars. “Some people supported me. Others didn’t understand and thought I was being stupid,” he said. “All the responses I got motivated me, whether it […]

American Grit Season 1 Episode 2: Ice Cubed

April 21, 2016 Scott Fishman

Week two of American Grit was — literally — cold as ice. The reality competition’s host, John Cena, walked the four teams through the next evolution. It was a race on a beach covered with obstacles including scaling an eight-foot-wall and digging through dirt to get through to the other side. From there, they had to retrieve two paddles to get to the other side of an ice cold lake on a boat. The teams then find a trunk with a third paddle. From there it was decision time to either break through a block of ice using a rock […]

Watch every “Parks and Recreation” episode back-to-back on Esquire Network

April 20, 2016 Scott Fishman

Esquire Network wants you to “Treat Yo Self” with a “Parks and Recreation” marathon this weekend. If you’ve never watched this sitcom led by the joyous Amy Poehler as Leslie Knope or want to relive Chris Pratt’s predominantly pre-box office action star years, now is your chance to dig in. The channel is offering you the unique opportunity to watch all seven seasons and 125 episodes back-to-back starting at 7 a.m. Friday, April 22 through April 24. The comedy ran through February 2015, earning a loyal fan base and award nods. Its cast of characters also included Rashida Jones, Aziz […]

WWE Total Divas Season Five Finale Recap: C’est La Diva Part 2

April 19, 2016 Scott Fishman

Nikki Bella gets news that could change her life and career to close out season five of Total Divas. Before we get there, the ladies of WWE enjoy the final hours of their Paris getaway. The Bellas, Natalya and Eva Marie take a visit to the Eiffel Tower after dinner. They each make wishes. Nikki hopes to marry John Cena (Shocked!), Natalya wished for TJ to be there, Eva wants to remain in love Jonathan until the end and Brie selflessly wishes for Daniel to be able to wrestle again. Tensions remain with Mandy feeling deserted by Eva Marie and […]

The Bella Twins get “Total Bellas” spinoff and WWE Total Divas gets new cast members for season 6

April 18, 2016 Scott Fishman

Look out, Kardashians! WWE and Total Divas stars Nikki and Brie Bella — a.k.a. The Bella Twins — will expand their brand even further with E!’s planned Divas spinoff, Total Bellas. The new six-episode docuseries will follow Nikki and Brie as the two embark the next chapter of their careers and their personal relationships with John Cena (Nikki) and Daniel Bryan (Brie). Brie and husband Bryan move into to Cena’s house to help take care of Nikki and keep her company while she recovers from injury. There is no official premiere date for Total Bellas just yet, but it’s looking to […]

Chris Sabin on reforming the Motor City Machine Guns with Alex Shelley in Ring of Honor

April 18, 2016 Scott Fishman

Ring of Honor fans rejoiced as the Motor City Machine Guns finally reunited at the 14th Anniversary show in February. Chris Sabin was happy with the positive response he and his longtime partner, Alex Shelley, received in Las Vegas It was a moment the performer will never forget. “I was a bit nervous and worried how people were going to react,” he said. “When I finally went out there, it was a bit of a relief actually. Alex and I were talking about this, where fans have come up to us saying they miss the Machine Guns and asking when […]

American Grit Series Premiere Recap: Ruck Up

April 15, 2016 Scott Fishman

There is a sense of patriotism and inspiration that comes from watching the season premiere of American Grit on Fox. The reality show competition features four of the most decorated heroes representing different branches of the military. Navy Seal Commander Rorke Denver, Army Sergeant Noah Galloway, Marine Gunnery Sergeant Tawanda “Tee” Hanible and Army Ranger Nick “The Reaper” Irving head up teams vying for a $1 million payout. Over the course of 10 episodes 16 contestants from all walks of life endure military-grade challenges with the hope of surviving each week. WWE superstar John Cena serves as an executive producer […]

WWE Total Divas Season 5 Episode 13: C’est La Diva

April 12, 2016 Scott Fishman

The ladies of WWE take Paris by storm in part one of the Total Divas season finale. The hostility continues between Alicia Fox and Rosa Mendes, stemming from Alicia not going to Rosa’s baby shower. Still, Rosa doesn’t want any confrontation for fear it would hurt the baby. Alicia has the same idea with not wanting to start any drama. It’s why she stays behind when Paige, Mandy Rose, Natalya and Rosa visit the Eiffel Tower. This proves more than just a sightseeing trip. The group is greeted with a trail of rose pedals … leading to Rosa’s fiancé. He pops […]