Was AEW Dynamite: Maximum Carnage actually… maximum carnage?
Tim and Doug break down a stacked card that delivered strong matches but maybe not the chaos the name promised.

From Darby Allin’s continued punishment tour to MJF reminding everyone why he’s elite, this episode dives into what worked, what didn’t, and where AEW might be painting itself into a corner creatively.

Topics Discussed:

• Why Maximum Carnage didn’t quite feel “maximum”
• Darby Allin vs. PAC and the growing feeling of creative stagnation
• Brian Keith vs. Hangman Page: solid match, but where does Brian Keith go from here?
• Kenny Omega’s return and the growing frustration with “wait until next week” storytelling
• The four-way tag match: incredible action, questionable outcome
• Are new teams being rushed into title pictures too fast?
• The women’s trios match and why the crowd never fully got there
• Harley Cameron’s role and why crowd connection matters
• MJF vs. Bandido: match of the night and a masterclass in in-ring storytelling
• Why AEW’s biggest strength might also be its biggest problem

This isn’t just a recap, it’s a thoughtful, fan-first breakdown of AEW’s creative direction, pacing, and storytelling choices. If you love AEW but want honest conversation beyond “everything rules,” this one’s for you.

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