"Cody Rhodes explains why he pitched monthly WWE house shows and how they could aid talent"
Cody Rhodes has never been shy about speaking his mind, especially when it comes to how WWE operates behind the scenes.
This week, the Undisputed WWE Champion pulled back the curtain on a specific idea he personally pitched to WWE leadership. The concept was simple but bold. Rhodes believes monthly house shows could add real value to the company and the locker room.
Rhodes shared the details while speaking on his podcast What Do You Wanna Talk About? He explained that his pitch was rooted in experience rather than nostalgia. For him, house shows represent more than live events without cameras. They are a key part of how wrestlers grow, connect, and truly feel like a team instead of isolated performers showing up only for television.
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According to Rhodes, the old touring model helped shape stronger performers. Wrestlers used to spend long stretches on the road together, working matches night after night, learning what worked and what didn’t. That repetition, he said, built chemistry and confidence in ways that television alone cannot. In his view, today’s schedule leaves some of that development on the table.
Rhodes suggested running house shows one weekend each month, rather than returning to a nonstop touring grind. He emphasized that this wouldn’t overwhelm talent or disrupt WWE’s modern schedule. Instead, it would give performers consistent in-ring reps while also creating a special live experience for fans who attend.
He also floated the idea of leaning into the uniqueness of house shows. Rather than presenting them as lesser versions of Raw or SmackDown, Rhodes proposed embracing their unpredictability. Matches could feel looser, more intimate, and tailored to the live crowd. That freedom, he believes, could reignite creativity across the roster.
During the same discussion, Jey Uso echoed similar thoughts about missing the energy that comes from working regular live events. Their shared perspective highlighted a growing sentiment among some talent who value the connection built away from television.
Rhodes admitted he has no idea whether WWE executives will ultimately act on his suggestion. He even laughed about the possibility of looking back and realizing the timing wasn’t right.
