E2145 - Ruthless #25: WWE Raw 1/12/04 & SmackDown 1/15/04 | Randy Orton & John Cena Break Out!
Published: August 28, 2026
Duration: 1:50:07
Ruthless celebrates its 25th episode with another deep dive into the Ruthless Aggression Era!
Host Matt Ferrell is joined by James Gruenberg to break down WWE Monday Night Raw (January 12, 2004) and WWE SmackDown (January 15, 2004) as WWE continues its march toward the Royal Rumble (2004).
Matt and James discuss one of the more bizarre stipulations of the era with the infamous "Wash Your Mouth Out with Soap" match, while also spotlighting breakout performances from future legends Randy Orton and John Cena as both superstars continue their rise toward WWE superstardom.
The guys also examine the...