Welcome to another eWrestlingNews Question of the Day! One of the hottest topics this week has been the criticism from some that at All Out, AEW went too far with Bryan Danielson being choked out with a plastic bag and the hypodermic needle and chair shot to the head that Swerve Strickland suffered in the main event. This criticism has come from various sides—be it parts of the fandom saying All Elite Wrestling has deviated too far from its original source concept and is becoming a glorified hardcore indie promotion, to people in the industry calling it crass or outright dangerous. In fact, there’s even a Change.org petition demanding the “termination of AEW programming due to disturbing and harmful content”, stating that this is unacceptable content unsuitable for children, calling out issues with content beyond just these three spots.

The question of whether All Elite Wrestling (AEW) has gone too far is a hot topic of debate. Some fans believe AEW has crossed the line with its controversial tactics, while others defend the promotion’s creative freedom. AEW has been criticized for its aggressive marketing strategies, including the use of social media to promote matches and wrestlers. This has led to accusations of “fake news” and “clickbait” tactics.

I’m not trying to be a purist, but I think it’s important to have some standards, especially in a world where violence is so readily available. This is where the distinction between “good” wrestling and “bad” wrestling comes in. What makes a match good, or a wrestler good? It’s not just about the athleticism, but also the storytelling, the psychology, and the emotional connection.

This statement is a crucial element of the summary, as it establishes the author’s lack of expertise in the field. It highlights the potential for bias and the need for caution when interpreting information about wrestling safety. The author’s self-awareness and humility in acknowledging their limitations are commendable. It demonstrates a commitment to responsible and informed discourse, avoiding the pitfalls of misinformation and unfounded claims.

This is a common tactic in the world of entertainment, and it’s not just limited to pro wrestling. It’s used in movies, TV shows, video games, and even in real life. The idea is to create a sense of excitement and suspense, and to make the audience feel like they are part of the story.

The AEW Dynamite main event was a huge success, but it was also a controversial one. The main event featured a match between Kenny Omega and Jon Moxley, two of the biggest names in professional wrestling. The match was a brutal, hard-hitting brawl that left fans on the edge of their seats. The match was so intense that it was compared to the legendary “Bloodsport” match between The Undertaker and Mick Foley.

But that also brings up a question of whether or not AEW will show any of these three acts in clips on Dynamite tonight—hence this being today’s question. If they don’t show it, it will mean that the company folded to the criticism, acknowledging that maybe, they pushed the limit a little too much. On the contrary, if they show any of it, that will be a sign they think this is perfectly fine, and everyone’s just too soft. Obviously, if sponsors have any issues, then AEW needs to do the fiscally responsible thing and cater to them, to an extent. But I’m more of the opinion that this isn’t going to make them lose any fans in the grand scheme of things. Sadly, I also think it isn’t particularly going to make them win over any new fans, either. It seems the most hardcore AEW aficionados really just want to see Kazuchika Okada and Will Ospreay wrestle for 30 minutes doing a series of maneuvers while they yell out “this is wrestling” and anything shy of that is a departure they don’t like, while on the other side, the most hardcore anti-AEW fans out there will find fault in absolutely anything just because those are the initials of the company, and if WWE or another promotion did the exact same thing, there’d be no issues. IE, how many people have been clamoring for the end of the PG era, and when this happens, they get all uppity over it? You can’t have it both ways without looking like a hypocrite.

This is a very important point. It’s not about being a “good person” or a “bad person.” It’s about recognizing the value of your own time and energy. You’re not obligated to watch something that doesn’t resonate with you, and you’re not obligated to engage with content that makes you feel uncomfortable or unsafe.

Like most things in pro wrestling, I think most of the loudest chatter out there is from people who need to take 3 deep breaths, step outside of their bubble, and come back to this after a few days before acting like it is the biggest thing to ever happen in the industry. What do you think? Drop your thoughts below!