WWE NXT is preparing to give its audience a different kind of access to its roster with a new CW series, “Beyond The Bell.” NXT play-by-play commentator Vic Joseph announced that he will host the program alongside Blake Howard. The show is described as a platform for more in-depth stories involving NXT talent, expanding the presentation of the brand beyond its weekly in-ring action.
Joseph revealed the project through Instagram, expressing his enthusiasm for the opportunity to explore the people behind the WWE NXT superstars viewers see every Tuesday night. He wrote,
“Excited to be part of a brand NEW show bringing you in-depth stories about your favorite ‘#WWENXT’ superstars! Join @blakehowardwwe and me on ‘Beyond the Bell’ coming soon to the @thecw – who do you want to learn more about???”
The announcement confirms that the series will air on The CW, the television home of WWE NXT. A premiere date has not yet been announced, and there are no confirmed details regarding its episode schedule, runtime, or the number of episodes planned for its first run.
A New Forum For NXT Stories
“Beyond The Bell” appears positioned as an interview-driven companion piece to the weekly NXT television product. While NXT is built around matches, championships, rivalries and major character developments, a conversation-focused series could offer performers an opportunity to discuss their journeys and personalities in a more direct setting.
For more background on this topic, read Ilja Dragunov Reflects On Brock Lesnar’s Royal Rumble Elimination And Why He Doesn’t View It As A Defeat.
The weekly NXT broadcast regularly moves at a fast pace, with limited time to develop every member of a growing roster. A separate program centered on longer-form conversations would create room for talent to speak about their backgrounds, goals and experiences without the immediate constraints of a live wrestling show. Joseph’s wording also suggests that the series will focus on stories intended to bring viewers closer to the wrestlers they already follow on NXT television.
That approach is particularly suited to NXT, which consistently introduces new prospects while also developing established names into featured television performers. The brand’s audience is accustomed to seeing talent evolve in real time, from early appearances and first rivalries to championship pursuits and major career milestones. “Beyond The Bell” could provide another avenue for viewers to follow that development.
WWE has not announced which performers will be featured first. Joseph did, however, include a photo of himself in a sit-down setting with Shiloh Hill, signaling that Hill may be among the personalities involved in the show’s early material.
Shiloh Hill Featured In Announcement Image
Hill is a notable choice for the image attached to Joseph’s announcement. He won season two of “WWE LFG (Legends & Future Greats)” and also became the first-ever winner of the Mr. NXT pageant. Those accomplishments have placed him among the newer NXT names with a distinctive path into the brand.
For a series intended to provide more intimate looks at NXT talent, Hill’s recent rise offers a natural subject for conversation. His journey includes success in WWE’s developmental-focused programming as well as a unique on-screen accolade through the Mr. NXT pageant. Whether his sit-down with Joseph will be part of the premiere or a later installment remains unconfirmed, but the image indicates that the series is already engaging with NXT’s emerging performers.
The announcement does not establish whether “Beyond The Bell” will exclusively feature individual interviews or if it will also include roundtable conversations, special guests, behind-the-scenes material, or discussion of current NXT stories. Those details will become clearer once The CW and WWE reveal the show’s rollout plans.
Joseph Brings Familiar NXT Perspective
Joseph is an established voice of WWE NXT, making him a logical host for a project built around the brand’s talent. As the play-by-play commentator on NXT broadcasts, he has spent years calling the matches, explaining the stakes of rivalries and documenting pivotal moments for competitors across the roster.
That role gives Joseph a close professional perspective on the wrestlers who could appear on “Beyond The Bell.” During weekly programming, commentary is designed to enhance the immediate action and communicate the importance of a match or storyline. A separate interview format can allow for a different rhythm, one where the host can ask more personal and career-focused questions while the guest has time to provide fuller answers.
Howard will join Joseph as co-host. The announcement did not outline how hosting duties will be divided, but the pairing establishes a two-person presentation for the series rather than a traditional single-host interview format. Their role will be central to defining the tone of the show as it begins to introduce viewers to its guests.
The prospect of a conversation series also gives NXT a chance to deepen the presentation of its roster outside the structures of entrances, backstage segments and match graphics. Wrestling audiences often connect with performers through the details that explain their motivations, histories and ambitions. A show dedicated to those elements can add another dimension to how an NXT superstar is perceived.
The CW Continues To Expand Its NXT Presentation
“Beyond The Bell” will add to WWE NXT’s presence on The CW. NXT currently airs live every Tuesday at 8 p.m. ET on the network, offering fans the brand’s regular lineup of matches and storylines. The new series will be another NXT-related offering for CW viewers, though its exact timeslot has not been revealed.
The CW platform gives NXT a central weekly home, and a supplementary program can help make the brand’s presentation feel broader than the Tuesday night broadcast alone. Rather than replacing the in-ring product, “Beyond The Bell” is being framed as an additional way to experience the personalities involved in it.
There is no indication yet whether the series will be tied directly to particular episodes of NXT, premium live event weekends, major title programs, or special events. WWE also has not confirmed if each episode will focus on a single superstar or if multiple guests will be included. Until a formal premiere announcement arrives, the scope of the show remains open.
What To Watch For
Several questions remain surrounding “Beyond The Bell,” beginning with when viewers will be able to watch it. Joseph’s announcement says the show is coming soon, but no calendar date has been provided. The CW has likewise not announced a broadcast slot or release plan.
The identity of the first guests will be another point of interest. The photo featuring Hill offers an early hint, but no full guest list has been confirmed. With NXT housing both rising prospects and established main-event figures, the show could potentially spotlight a wide range of competitors and personalities.
- Premiere date: Not announced.
- Hosts: Vic Joseph and Blake Howard.
- Network: The CW.
- Focus: In-depth stories involving WWE NXT superstars.
- Potential early guest indication: Shiloh Hill appeared in Joseph’s announcement imagery.
- Regular NXT broadcast: Tuesdays at 8 p.m. ET on The CW.
For now, “Beyond The Bell” stands as a new extension of the NXT brand designed to spotlight the people behind the characters and competition. Joseph’s announcement makes clear that the objective is to provide fans with closer, more detailed looks at their favorite NXT superstars. More information on the premiere, format and featured guests is still to come.
In pictures
Darryl Polo
Darryl Polo is a passionate wrestling fan covering WWE, AEW, TNA and beyond. He loves great rivalries, breakout stars and the moments that keep fans talking long after the bell. How we work.