AEW Dynamite Preview - AEW Dynasty Contract Signing! PAC Vs. Will Ospreay! Will More Dynasty Matches Be Added? Could Mercedes Moné RETURN?!

The WhatCulture Wrestling podcast dives into the upcoming AEW Dynamite episode, spotlighting the high-stakes contract signing between MJF and Kenny Omega ahead of Dynasty Dynasty. The hosts debate the potential for Chris Jericho's surprise return, analyzing a recently filed trademark for 'Cornerstone' as a possible signal of a heel turn in Winnipeg. They explore a bold storyline where Jericho reclaims his status as AEW's cornerstone, targeting younger stars like Hangman Page to rebuild his credibility. The discussion shifts to the anticipated clash between PAC and Will Ospreay, with emphasis on Ospreay's post-injury vulnerability and the emotional weight of their rivalry, especially given PAC's role in Ospreay's storyline injury. The hosts also speculate on Mercedes Moné's potential babyface return, framing her journey as a redemption arc after losing multiple indie titles. A deep dive into the women's match and the show's scheduling patterns reveals criticism of AEW's inconsistent support for women's wrestling, with a satirical take on the 'sunk cock fallacy' and the deliberate placement of the women's match in the second hour. The episode concludes with a playful 'Unbooked Girl' theme and audience engagement prompts. Key takeaways include: 1) Chris Jericho’s trademark filing suggests a potential heel return to AEW, possibly targeting Hangman Page; 2) The MJF vs. Omega contract signing may be used as a springboard for a surprise title change at Dynasty; 3) Will Ospreay’s return should be framed with physical risk to elevate his story; 4) Mercedes Moné’s return should be a full babyface redemption arc; 5) AEW’s women’s match placement reflects a systemic bias toward male-centric content; 6) The use of trios matches and story diversions should serve character development, not just filler; 7) Tony Khan’s booking strategy is increasingly bold, with minimal pause between storylines; 8) The 'Unbooked Girl' segment highlights the lack of recognition for underutilized female talent.